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When trouble arises
key when the alarm system is set, the alarm
may be triggered.
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the
engine switch in step 3 above.
The engine does not start and modes will be
changed each time the switch is pressed.
( P.127)
If you have a set of jumper (or booster)
cables and a second vehicle with a
12-volt battery, you can jump start your
vehicle by following the steps below.
1 Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried.
When connecting the jumper (or booster)
cables, depending on the situation, the
alarm may activate and doors locked.
(P.58)
2 Open the hood. ( P.253)
If the vehicle battery is dis-
charged
The following procedures may be
used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call your Lexus dealer
or a qualified repair shop.
Restarting the engine
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When trouble arises
5Open and close any of the door of
your vehicle with the engine switch
off.
6 Maintain the engine speed of the
second vehicle and start the engine
of your vehicle by turning the
engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
7 Once the vehicle’s engine has
started, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from
which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehi-
cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
■Starting the engine when the battery is
discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-start-
ing.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio sys-
tem while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical com-
ponents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such
as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will dis-
charge gradually even when the vehicle is
not in use, due to natural discharge and the
draining effects of certain electrical appli-
ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time,
the battery may discharge, and the engine
may be unable to start. (The battery
recharges automatically during driving.)
■When recharging or replacing the bat-
tery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart access
system with push-button start when the
battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to
lock or unlock the doors.
●The engine may not start on the first
attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second
attempt. This is not a malfunction.
●The engine switch mode is memorized by
the vehicle. When the battery is recon-
nected, the system will return to the
mode it was in before the battery was dis-
charged. Before disconnecting the bat-
tery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure wh at mode the engine
switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when
reconnecting the battery.
WARNING
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidentally igniting the flamma-
ble gas that may be emitted from the bat-
tery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is con-
nected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with
any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the
jumper cable connected to the “+” ter-
minal to come into contact with any
other parts or meta l surfaces in the
area, such as brackets or unpainted
metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the
jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette
lighters or allow open flame near the
battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and cor-
rosive acidic electrol yte, while related
parts contain lead and lead compounds.
Observe the following precautions when
handling the battery:
3518-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
*1: For details about each function: P.76
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3:Except F SPORT models
*4: Some status screens cannot be registered (i ndicated on the multi-information display)
*5: F SPORT models
*6: On multi-information display
■Door lock (P.86, 89, 315)
■Smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control
( P.86, 89)
Eco Driving Indicator LightOnOff—O—
Clock*612-hour display24-hour display—O—
Function*1Default settingCustomized settingABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Unlocking using a mechani-
cal key
Driver’s door
unlocked in one
step, both side doors unlocked in two steps
Both side doors
unlocked in one step——O
Automatic door lock
Shifting the shift
lever to position other than P
Off
O—OVehicle speed is
approximately 12
mph (20 km/h) or higher
Automatic door unlockShifting the shift lever to POff
O—ODriver’s door is opened
Locking/unlocking of the
trunk when both side doors
are locked/unlocked
OnOff——O
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operation buzzer volume5OffO—O1 to 7
ABC
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Vehicle specifications
■Driving position memory* ( P.100)
*:If equipped
■Power easy access system ( P.100)
*:If equipped
■Power windows ( P.110)
■Moon roof*( P.112)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Selecting the door linking
driving position memory with
door unlock operation
Driver’s doorBoth side doors——O
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Driver’s seat movement when
exiting the vehicleFullOffO—OPartial
Steering wheel movement*OnOff——O
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Mechanical key linked opera-
tionOffOn——O
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOn (Open only)——O
Wireless remote control
linked operation signal
(buzzer)
OnOff——O
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Mechanical key linked opera-
tionOffOn——O
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOn (Open only)——O
Wireless remote control
linked operation signal
(buzzer)
OnOff——O
ABC
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■Seat heaters* ( P.221)
*:If equipped
■Illumination ( P.223)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Seat heater timer controlOffOnO—O
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned offOnOff——O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff——O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with the
electronic key on your person
OnOff——O
Remote Touch pad lightOnOff——O
Time elapsed before the outer
foot lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer foot
lights when you approach the
vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff——O
Operation of the outer foot
lights when the doors are
unlocked with the power
door lock switch
OnOff——O
Operation of the outer foot
lights when a door is openedOnOff——O
Fading out of the outer foot
lights when they turn offLongShort——O
ABC
370What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.314)
If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.314)
Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.275)
Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.127)
Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the door s, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( P.94)
The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. ( P.91)
Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.125)
Is the shift lever in P? ( P.125)
Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.93)
Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.125)
Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a
temporary way. ( P.316)
Is the battery discharged? ( P.317)
Is the engine switch in IGNITION
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The trunk lid is closed with the
electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted
from P even if you depress the
brake pedal
384Alphabetical Index
RC350/RC300 Owner's Manual
Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter ............................... 273
Automatic air conditioning system ..... 213
Micro dust and pollen filter..................... 217
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)............... 198 Warning light ............................................... 295
Active Sound Control (ASC) ..................139
Adaptive Variable Suspension System 199
Air conditioning filter ................................. 273
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............................... 273
Automatic air conditioning system ..... 213
Micro dust and pollen filter..................... 217
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child .........32
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-tions .................................................................. 30
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........32
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 36
General airbag precautions ....................32
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 30
Side airbag precautions .............................32
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ...................................................... 30
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions ...................................................................32
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ...................................... 294
Alarm ....................................................................57 Warning buzzer ......................................... 293
Anchor brackets .......................................41, 49
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start)........................................ 93
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)............... 198 Warning light ............................................... 295 Approach warning........................................ 179
ASC (Active Sound Control) ..................139
Assist grips ..................................................... 228
Audio system-linked display .......................76
Automatic air conditioning system ........213
Automatic headlight leveling system ..... 141
Automatic High Beam ................................ 142
Automatic light control system............... 140
Automatic transmission ..............................129
M mode ............................................................132
Paddle shift switches ......................... 131, 132
Snow mode...................................................... 131
Average fuel economy..................................73
Average vehicle speed .................................73
B
Back-up light Replacing light bulbs............................... 280
Wattage ..........................................................336
Battery Battery checking ..........................................261
If the battery is discharged ......................317
Preparing and checking before winter..........................................................................203
Warning light ............................................... 294
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)........................ 189
Boost gauge.......................................................74
Brake Brake hold .......................................................137
Fluid................................................................... 332
Parking brake ............................................... 135
Warning light ...............................................293
Brake assist ..................................................... 198
Break-in tips...................................................... 117
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 70
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)........................ 189
C
Card key ............................................................ 82
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Door lockDoors .................................................................. 86
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 93
Wireless remote control........................... 84
Doors Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system .............................................................88
Door glasses ................................................... 110
Door lock.......................................................... 86
Open door warning buzzer87, 88, 297
Open door warning light ...................... 297
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 108
Drive distance ...................................................73
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/Drive info 3.....73
Drive information ............................................73
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory........................ 100
Memory recall function ............................102
Power easy access system .................... 100
Drive-start control ......................................... 117
Driving Break-in tips .....................................................117
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving mode select switch ....................196
Procedures ...................................................... 116
Winter drive tips......................................... 203
Driving assist system information display ..............................................................................76
Driving information display .........................73
Driving position memory........................... 100 Memory recall function ............................102
Power easy access system .................... 100
Driving range ....................................................73
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ................199
Dynamic radar cruise control Warning message...................................... 301
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......................................... 174 Warning message........................................ 181
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ................199E
Eco Driving Indicator.....................................74
Eco Driving Indicator Light .........................74
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................7
Elapsed time ......................................................73
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ................199 Warning light ...............................................295
Electronic key .................................................. 82 Battery-saving function.............................. 94
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................................................ 315
Replacing the battery ............................... 275
Emergency flashers .................................... 284
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...................293
If a warning light turns on.......................293
If a warning message is displayed...... 301
If the battery is discharged ......................317
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................................................ 315
If the engine will not start..........................312
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
............................................................................314
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising ..................................... 285
If you have a flat tire ................................. 305
If you lose your keys ...................................314
If you think something is wrong............291
If your vehicle becomes stuck ............. 324
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................284
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..... 287
If your vehicle overheats ........................320
Engine ACCESSORY mode................................ 127
Compartment..............................................255
Engine switch ................................................ 125
Fuel pump shut off system..................... 292
Hood ................................................................253
How to start the engine ........................... 125
Identification number ............................... 327