warning lights LEXUS RC200T 2017 Owner's Manual

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*1: Open door warning buzzer:
 P. 599
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed  Check that both side doors and the trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 10 L (2.6 gal., 2.2 Imp. gal.) or less Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning
buzzer)*2
Warns the driver and/or front passe nger to fasten their seat belts  Fasten the seat belt. If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front passenger’s
seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer)*2
Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
 Fasten the seat belt.
Master warning light A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warnin g system has detected a malfunc-
tion.  P. 597
Tire pressure warning light When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as • Natural causes ( P. 594) • Flat tire ( P. 619, 633)
 Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. If the warning lightdoes not turn off after a few minutes, perform initialization ( P.
538). If the light does not turn off after performing initialization, have the system checked by any authorized Lexus dealer orrepairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
When the light comes on af ter blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
 Have the system checked by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have it checked by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. The vehicle will
become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. If the steering wheel becomes heavier than us ual when operating, hold firmly and oper- ate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
Vehicles with a spare tire
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressureimmediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust- ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change itwith the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If th e vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressureimmediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust- ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, repair theflat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If th e vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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Master warning lights
The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a message is currently being displayed on the multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning message is shown again after the following actions have
been performed, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
If a warning message is displayed
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and perform
the following actions:
RC200t (except F SPORT models)RC200t (F SPORT models: main
meter in center position)
RC200t (F SPORT models: main
meter moved to the right)
RC F
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6068-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates that the engine was stopped while driving A buzzer also sounds.
 Operate the steering wheel with more force than usual.
Indicates that the engine switch is turned off or turned toACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door is openedwhile the lights are turned on
A buzzer also sounds.  Turn the lights off.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed (with the engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)A buzzer also sounds.
 Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the windows are not fully closed (with the engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the windows and the moon roof are not
fully closed (with the engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows and the moon roof.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
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(If equipped)
Indicates that the Automatic High Beam switch is
pressed while the headlights are in low beam.  Turn the high beam on and press the Automatic High Beam switch again.
(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)system was turned off, the pre-crash brake system oper-ation is stopped
Operation of the pre-crash brake assist is also stopped. Turn the VSC on. (P. 352)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) is not currently functional because the grille cover or the sen-
sor is dirty  Check the grille cover and the sensor and clean
them if they are dirty.
Indicates that operation of large electricity consuming
systems such as the air conditioning system are sus- pended Stop using unnecessary electric components to
reduce electricity consumpt ion. Wait a while until the electric power supply is restored.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

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Moon roof precautions .................. 234
Power window lock switch............227
Power window precautions .........230
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ...................... 565
Seat belt precautions .......................... 48
Seat heater precautions ................ 490
Trunk precautions .............................. 173
Cleaning .......................................... 506, 511
Aluminum wheels ..............................507
Exterior................................................... 506
Interior ........................................................ 511
Seat belts..................................................512
Clock .......................................................... 501
Coat hooks ..............................................504
Condenser ............................................. 529
Console box ........................................... 496
Cooling system ...................................... 527
Engine overheating ......................... 659
Cruise control
Cruise control ..................................... 294
Dynamic radar cruise control .....298
Cup holders ............................................ 497
Current fuel consumption.......... 134, 141
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 49
Customizable features .......................686
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) .......415
Daytime running light system ......... 265
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 484
Rear window........................................ 484
Windshield ........................................... 484
Differential............................................... 678
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) .......415
Dimensions ............................................. 668
Display
Drive information........................ 134, 141
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 298
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........ 315
Multi-information display........ 131, 139
Warning message ............................ 597
Distance ............................................ 134, 141
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............516
Door courtesy lights
Location ................................................. 492
Door lock
Doors......................................................... 164
Smart entry & start system ............. 175
Wireless remote control .................158
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First-aid kit storage belt .....................498
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ............... 619
Vehicles with emergency
tire puncture repair kit .................633
Floor mats ................................................... 40
Fluid
Automatic transmission .................. 677
Brake........................................................ 679
Washer ...................................................534
Fog lights ....................................................271
Replacing light bulbs........................ 577
Switch ........................................................ 271
Follow me home system .................... 265
Footwell light .......................................... 492
Wattage..................................................682
Front fog lights .........................................271
Replacing light bulbs........................ 577
Switch ........................................................ 271
Front personal lights ............................ 494
Front position lights.............................. 264
Light switch ........................................... 264
Replacing light bulbs........................ 577
Front seats ............................................... 209
Adjustment ........................................... 209
Cleaning ....................................................511
Correct driving posture..................... 42
Driving position memory ................ 214
Head restraints ..................................... 217
Jam protection function ................... 210
Seat heaters............................................ 491
Seat position memory ....................... 214
Seat ventilators ..................................... 491
Front turn signal lights ........................ 260
Replacing light bulbs ............572, 577
Turn signal lever................................. 260
Wattage ................................................. 682
Fuel ...............................................................281
Capacity................................................... 671
Fuel gauge ..................................... 118, 124
Fuel pump shut off system ............590
Information............................................ 683
Refueling .................................................. 281
Type ...............................................671, 683
Warning light....................................... 593
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Identification
Engine......................................................670
Vehicle ....................................................669
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........ 247
Illuminated entry system .................... 493
Indicators..................................................... 113
Initialization
Maintenance ........................................ 526
Meter............................................... 136, 148
Moon roof ............................................. 232
Multi-information display ...... 136, 148
Power windows.................................. 228
Tire pressure warning
system .................................................. 537
Initiators (tire pressure warning
system) ...................................................555
Inside rear view mirror ....................... 222
Instrument panel light
control ............................................122, 129
Intercooler ............................................... 529
Intercooler coolant .............................. 527
Capacity ................................................. 676
Checking ............................................... 527
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................384
Interior lights ........................................... 493
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor ........ 106
ISOFIX rigid anchors............................. 82
Jack
Positioning the jack ............................519
Vehicle-equipped jack.......620, 635
Jack handle ................................. 620, 635
Jam protection function
Front seats............................................... 210
Moon roof ..............................................232
Power window ................................... 228
Keyless entry
Smart entry & start
system......................................... 164, 170
Wireless remote control ...... 164, 170
Keys............................................................. 158
Battery-Saving Function ...................177
Electronic key........................................158
Engine switch ....................................... 247
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................650
Key number plate ................................158
Keyless entry............................... 164, 170
Mechanical key .................................... 159
Replacing the battery ...................... 563
Warning buzzer................................... 165
Wireless remote control .................158
Knee airbags ............................................. 49
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Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance .......... 516
Maintenance data............................. 668
Maintenance requirements ............514
Maintenance system ............................ 136
Malfunction indicator lamp ............... 591
Master warning light ...........................593
Meter Changing the display................ 121, 128
Indicators .................................................. 113
Instrument panel light
control..........................................122, 129
Meters .............................................. 118, 124
Multi-information display ........ 131, 139
Operating the meter control
switches........................................ 133, 141
Settings........................................... 136, 148
Warning lights .........................................112
Warning message............................. 597
MirrorLink ........................................... 470
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.................... 222
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers...........................................484
Outside rear view mirrors............. 224
Vanity mirrors..................................... 500 MMS (Multimedia messaging
service) ....................................................451
Moon roof ................................................. 231 Door lock linked moon roof
operation.............................................232
Jam protection function ..................232
Operation ............................................... 231
MP3 disc.................................................... 417
Multi-information display ........... 131, 139 Audio system-linked................. 131, 139
Drive information........................ 134, 141
Dynamic radar cruise
control ................................................. 298
“F” content............................................... 143
G-force .................................................... 146
Lap timer.................................................. 143
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........ 315
Navigation system-linked ...... 131, 139
Settings .......................................... 136, 148
Stop & Start system............................ 291
switch settings ................... 136, 148
Switching the display .............. 133, 140
Torque distribution ............................. 145
Warning message ............................ 597
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Navigation system*
Odometer......................................... 118, 124
Oil
Differential oil .......................................678
Engine oil .................................................671
Opener
Hood ......................................................... 518
Trunk ..........................................................170
Outer foot lights .................................... 492
Outside rear view mirrors ................ 224
Adjusting and folding....................... 224
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor)..........364
Linked mirror function
when reversing................................ 225
Mirror position memory...................214
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ..........................................484
Outside temperature ...................118, 124
Overheating ...........................................659
Paddle shift switches ................255, 256
Parking assist sensors......................... 320
Parking brake...........................................261
PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety system)............ 356
PCS OFF switch................................ 357
Warning light....................................... 592
Personal lights........................................ 494
Pollen removal mode.......................... 484
Pop-up display.............................. 136, 148
Pop Up Hood............................................ 62
Power outlet ............................................ 501
Power steering (Electric power
steering system)................................. 349
Warning light....................................... 592
Power windows ......................................227
Door lock linked window
operation.............................................229
Jam protection function ................. 228
Operation .............................................. 227
Window lock switch ......................... 227
Pre-Crash Safety system (PCS) .... 356
PCS OFF switch................................ 357
Warning light....................................... 592
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*: For vehicles with a navigation or multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.