light LEXUS RC300 2018 Owners Manual

516 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ●
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again follo wing correct starting procedures.
(  P. 207)●
There may be a malfunction in th e engine immobilizer system. (  P. 79)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
The battery may be discharged. (  P. 522)●
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletio n or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. (  P. 517)If the engine will not start If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being
followed (  P. 207), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even thoug h the starter motor operates nor-
mally.
The starter motor turns over slowly , the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
The starter motor does not turn over

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When trouble arises One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. ●
The battery may be discharged. (  P. 522)●
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the follo wing steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle in spected by your Lexus dealer.The starter motor does not turn ove r, the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function 1
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524 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain at that level for approximatel y 5 minutes to recharge the battery of
your vehicle.
Open and close any of the door of your vehicle with the engine switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the engine of your
vehicle by turning the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
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 vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon
as possible. ■
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting. ■
To prevent battery discharge ●
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off. ●
Turn off any unnecessary electrical componen ts 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 disc harge gradually even when the vehicle is not
in use, due to natural discharge and the draini ng effects of certain electrical appliances. 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 battery ●
In some cases, it may not be possible to un lock 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 discharged.
Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery discharged, be
especially careful when reconnecting the battery. 5
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When trouble arises WARNING ■
Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to preven t accidentally igniting the flammable gas
that may be emitted from the battery: ●
Make sure each jumper cable is connected 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 cab le connected to the “+” terminal to come
into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or
unpainted metal. ●
Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jump er cables to come in to 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 corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observ e the following precautions when handling
the battery: ●
When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow
any battery fluids (acid) to come into cont act with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.●
Do not lean over the battery. ●
In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately
wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received. ●
Always wash your hands afte r handling the battery support, terminals, and other bat-
tery-related parts. ●
Do not allow childre n near the battery.
NOTICE ■
When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entangled in the
cooling fans or engine drive belt.

5458-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)* : The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.Electrical system Battery
Open voltage at 68  F
(20  C): 12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value, charge
the battery.
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine and all
lights are turned off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Automatic transmission Fluid capacity
* RC350 10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
RC350AWD/RC300
AWD 10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
RC300 9.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
RC F 11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE ■
Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Front differential (AWD models) Oil capacity 0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.61 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Above 0  F (-18  C): SAE90
Below 0  F (-18  C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90

5538-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Light bulbs Light bulbs Bulb No. W Type
Exterior Front turn signal lights (bulb type) 7444NA 28/8 A
Rear turn signal lights  21 A
Back-up lights 921 16 B
Interior Vanity lights  8 B
Footwell lights 194 3.8 B
Trunk light  5 B
A: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)

5558-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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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 additives concentration program.●
Lexus strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more informa-
tion on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a lis t of marketers, please go to the official
website www.toptiergas.com. ■
Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as et hers and ethanol, as well as reformulated
gasolines, are available in some cities. Thes e fuels are typically acceptable for use, pro-
viding they meet other fuel requirements.
Lexus recommends these fuels, since the form ulations allow for reduced vehicle emis-
sions. ■
Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
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If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane ra ting no lower than 91.●
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol. ■
Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancin g additive called MMT (Methylcyclopenta-
dienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel containing
MMT is used, your emission control system may be ad versely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instru ment cluster may come on. If this happens,
contact your Lexus dealer for service. ■
If your engine knocks ●
Consult your Lexus dealer. ●
You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating or driv-
ing uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.●
Use only gasoline containing up to 15% etha-
nol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline that
could contain more than 15% ethanol, includ-
ing from any pump labeled E30, E50, E85
(which are only some examples of fuel con-
taining more than 15% ethanol). DO NOT use gasoline con-
taining more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

566 8-1. Specifications
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)CT A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim
system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges
pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit on
the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses the
rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire
Extra load tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher
inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire
Groove The space between two adjacent tread ribs
Innerliner The layer(s) forming the insi de surface of a tubeless tire
that contains the inflating medium within the tire
Innerliner separation The parting of the innerliner from cord material in the
carcass
Intended outboard sidewall (a) The sidewall that contai ns a whitewall, bears white
lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the ot her sidewall of the tire,
or
(b) The outward facing sidewa ll of an asymmetrical tire
that has a particular side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweig ht trucks or multipurpose
passenger vehicles
Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure
Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible infla-
tion pressure The maximum cold inflation pr essure to which a tire may
be inflated
Measuring rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or inner-
liner that extends to cord material
Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tireTire related term Meaning

5718-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications ■
Door lock (  P. 145, 151, 518)
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Smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control
(  P. 145, 151) Function Default setting Customized setting
Unlocking using a mechanical
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 unlock Shifting the shift
lever to P Off
O O
Driver’s door is
opened
Locking/unlocking of the trunk
when both side doors are
locked/unlocked On Off — O 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Operation buzzer volume 5 Off
O O
1 to 7
Operation signal (Emergency
flashers) On Off O O
Time elapsed before automatic
door lock function is activated if
door is not opened after being
unlocked 60 seconds Off
O O30 seconds
120 seconds
Open door warning buzzer On Off — O
Welcome light illumination con-
trol On Off O O 1 2

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Turn signal lever (  P. 221)
* 1
: After flashing the turn signal lights when turn ing left or right while this function is off
and the turn signal lever is moved to the first position in the direction of the flashing
light, the turn signal lights can be selected to be flashing or off.
* 2
: The turn signal lights keep flashing if the tu rn signal lever is moved to the first position
in the direction of flashing light.
* 3
: The turn signal lights will be off if the turn signal lever is moved to the first position in
the direction of flashing light.■
Automatic light control system (  P. 225)
■
Lights (  P. 225) Function Default setting Customized setting
The number of times the turn sig-
nal lights flash automatically
when the turn signal lever is
moved to the first position during
a lane change
* 1
3 5
— O7
Off
* 2
Off
* 3
1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Light sensor sensitivity Standard -2 to 2 O O
Time elapsed before headlights
automatically turn off after doors
are closed 30 seconds Off
O O60 seconds
90 seconds 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Daytime running light system
(except Canada) On Off O O 1 2