2021 LEXUS RC350 fuel pump

4TABLE OF CONTENTS
Air conditioning filter..................275
Electronic key battery ................ 277
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................................... 278
Headlight aim................................. 280
Light bulbs ........................................ 281
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers..................... 286
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................. 286
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water............................................... 287
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed........................................................... 289
If you think something is wrong ........................................................... 293
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 294
If a warning light turns on or a warn- ing buzzer sounds ..................... 295
If a warning message is displayed ........................................................... 303
If you have a flat tire..................... 307
If the engine wi ll not start ........... 314
If you lose your keys ..................... 316
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened............................................ 316
If the electronic key does not oper- ate properly .................................. 317
If the vehicle battery is discharged ............................................................ 319
If your vehicle overheats ........... 322
If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 3268-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ................................................. 328
Fuel information............................ 339
Tire information .............................. 341
8-2. Customization Customizable features ............... 351
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ............................ 361
8-4. Certifications Certifications ................................. 362
9-1. For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................................... 372
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ................... 372
SRS airbag instructions for Cana- dian owners (in French) ......... 374
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French).......................................................... 380
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) .......................................................... 382
Alphabetical Index ...................... 385
7When trouble arises
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index

1554-4. Refueling
4
Driving
4-4.Refueling
Close both side doors and windows,
and turn the engine switch off.
 Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
 P.339
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehi-
cle has a fuel tank opening that only accom-
modates the special nozzle on unleaded
fuel pumps.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp illumi-
nates
The malfunction indicator lamp may illumi-
nate erroneously if refueling is performed
repeatedly when the fuel tank is nearly full.
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open
the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle
WARNING
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while
refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before
opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge
any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refu-
eling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors
to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank
cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard
when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard
before fully removing the cap. In hot
weather, pressurized fuel may spray
out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not dis-
charged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel
tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are
harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehi-
cle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite
and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch
any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to
build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to
prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the
fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel noz-
zle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling. Doing
so may damage the vehicle, such as
causing the emission control system to
operate abnormally or damaging fuel
system components or the vehicle’s
painted surface.

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When trouble arises
When trouble arises
.7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers.................. 286
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......................... 286
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water............................................ 287
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed........................................................ 289
If you think something is wrong ........................................................ 293
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 294
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds ....... 295
If a warning message is displayed ........................................................ 303
If you have a flat tire.................. 307
If the engine wi ll not start ........314
If you lose your keys .................. 316
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened......................................... 316
If the electronic key does not operate properly ..................... 317
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................................................... 319
If your vehicle overheats ........ 322
If the vehicle becomes stuck ........................................................ 326

2947-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the procedure below to restart
the engine after the system is activated.
1Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY mode or turn it off.
2 Restart the engine.
Fuel pump shut off system
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage
when the engine stalls or when an
airbag inflates upon collision, the
fuel pump shut off system stops the
supply of fuel to the engine.
Restarting the engine
NOTICE
■Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the
ground, the fuel system has been dam-
aged and is in need of repair. Do not
restart the engine.

3398-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may
be caused by the brand of gasoline you are
using. If driveability problems persist, try
changing the brand of gasoline. If this does
not correct the problem, consult your Lexus
dealer.
■Recommendation of the use of gasoline
containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline
that contains detergent additives to avoid
the build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains
minimum detergent additives to clean
and/or keep clean intake systems, per
EPA’s lowest additive s concentration pro-
gram.
●Lexus strongly recommends the use of
Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more
information on Top Tier Detergent Gaso-
line and a list of marketers, please go to
the official websit e www.toptiergas.com.
■Recommendation of the use of low
emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as
ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities.
These fuels are typically acceptable for use,
providing they meet other fuel require-
ments.
Lexus recommends these fuels, since the
formulations allow for reduced vehicle
emissions.
■Non-recommendation of the use of
blended gasoline
●Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from
any pump labeled
E30 (30% ethanol [ ]), E50 (50%
ethanol [ ]), E85 (85% ethanol [ ])
(which are only some examples of fuel
containing more than 15% ethanol).
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure
that it has an octane rating no lower than
91.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of
gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gas-
oline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhanc-
ing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopen-
tadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gas-
oline that contains MMT. If fuel containing
MMT is used, your emission control system
may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the
instrument cluster may come on. If this hap-
pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knock-
ing for a short time wh ile accelerating or
Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gaso-
line.
Select premium unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 91
(Research Octane Number 96) or
higher required for optimum
engine performance and fuel econ-
omy.
If the octane rating is less than 91,
damage to the engine may occur
and may void the vehicle warranty.
At minimum, the gasoline you use
should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..
A
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387Alphabetical Index
Door lockDoors..................................................................88
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 95
Wireless remote control........................... 86
Doors Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ............................................................. 90
Door glasses ....................................................112
Door lock..........................................................88
Open door warning buzzer .........89, 90, 299
Open door warning light ...................... 299
Outside rear view mirrors ....................... 110
Drive distance ...................................................73
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/Drive info 3.....73
Drive information ............................................73
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory.........................102
Memory recall function ........................... 104
Power easy access system .....................102
Drive-start control ......................................... 119
Driving Break-in tips .................................................... 119
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving mode select switch ....................199
Procedures ...................................................... 118
Winter drive tips.........................................205
Driving assist system information display ..............................................................................76
Driving information display .........................73
Driving position memory............................102 Memory recall function ........................... 104
Power easy access system .....................102
Driving range ....................................................73
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ................201
Dynamic radar cruise control Warning message.....................................303
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......................................... 176Warning message...................................... 183
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ................201E
Eco Driving Indicator.....................................74
Eco Driving Indicator Light .........................74
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................6
Elapsed time ......................................................73
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ................201 Warning light ............................................... 297
Electronic key .................................................. 84 Battery-saving function..............................96
If the electronic key does not operate properly .........................................................317
Replacing the battery ............................... 277
Emergency flashers .................................... 286
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...................295
If a warning light turns on.......................295
If a warning message is displayed .... 303
If the battery is discharged ..................... 319
If the electronic key does not operate properly .........................................................317
If the engine will not start..........................314
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
........................................................................... 316
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water .......................................................................... 287
If you have a flat tire ..................................307
If you lose your keys .................................. 316
If you think something is wrong..........293
If your vehicle becomes stuck .............326
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 286
If your vehicle needs to be towed .... 289
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 322
Engine ACCESSORY mode................................129
Compartment.............................................. 257
Engine switch ................................................. 127
Fuel pump shut off system..................... 294
Hood ................................................................255
How to start the engine ............................ 127
Identification number ...............................329

388Alphabetical Index
If the engine will not start .........................314
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................286
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............. 127
Overheating................................................. 322
Tachometer ..................................................... 66
Engine coolant Capacity ......................................................... 332
Checking .......................................................260
Preparing and checking before winter.........................................................................205
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 66
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 56
Engine oil Capacity .........................................................330
Checking .......................................................258
Preparing and checking before winter.........................................................................205
Warning light ............................................... 296
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 260
Engine oil pressure gauge ...........................74
Engine oil temperature gauge ...................74
Engine switch .................................................. 127 Auto power off function .......................... 130
Changing the engine switch modes.. 129
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................286
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................201 Warning light ............................................... 297
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................6
F
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 229
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system .............268
Vehicles with a spare tire ...................... 307
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission .......................... 333
Brake.................................................... 262, 334
Washer ........................................................... 264
Footwell light ................................................. 225 Front passenger occupant classification
system .............................................................. 36
Front position lights Wattage ......................................................... 338
Front seats Adjustment ....................................................... 99
Cleaning .........................................................245
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ........................ 102
Head restraints............................................. 105
Memory recall function............................ 104
Power easy access system .................... 102
Seat heaters .................................................. 223
Seat position memory .............................. 102
Seat ventilators ............................................ 223
Front side marker light Light switch .....................................................142
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ................................282
Turn signal lever .......................................... 136
Wattage ......................................................... 338
Fuel Capacity ........................................................ 330
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 66
Fuel pump shut off system..................... 294
Information ....................................................339
Refueling.......................................................... 155
Type ................................................................. 330
Warning light ...............................................299
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 73
Current fuel consumption ........................ 73
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
........................................................................... 316
Refueling.......................................................... 155
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 66
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 294
Fuses ................................................................. 278
G
Garage door opener ................................. 232