ignition LEXUS RC300 2018 Repair Manual

5778-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U) 8
Vehicle specifications ■
Seat belt reminder (  P. 455)■
Vehicle customization ●
When the smart access system with push-button start is off, the entry unlock function
cannot be customized. ●
When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the timer activated auto-
matic door lock function activates, signals will be generated in accordance with the
operation buzzer volume and operational si gnal (Emergency flashers) function set-
tings. ●
Some settings can be changed using a switch or the Center Display. If a setting is
changed using a switch, the ch anged setting will not be refl ected on the Center Display
screen until the engine switch is turn ed off and then to IGNITION ON mode.■
When customizing usin g the Remote Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also,
to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the features. Function Default setting Customized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzer On Off — O 1 2
WARNING ■
During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust
gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This
may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE ■
During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing fea-
tures.

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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ●
If you lose your mechanical keys, ne w genuine mechanical keys can be made
by your Lexus dealer. (  P. 142)●
If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. (  P. 144)●
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (  P. 427)●
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. (  P. 208)●
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person. ●
The function may not operate properly du e to the condition of the radio wave.
(  P. 158)
●
The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the trunk will
operate and you can open th e trunk as usual. Take the key out from the trunk.
(  P. 153)If you have a problem, check the foll owing before contacting your Lexus
dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside

613What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)●
Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(  P. 207)●
Is the shift lever in P? (  P. 210)●
Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (  P. 156)●
Is the steering wheel unlocked? (  P. 210)●
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (  P. 520)●
Is the battery discharged? (  P. 522)●
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. (  P. 219)●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (  P. 210)
●
Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. (  P. 182)
●
The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. (  P. 210)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
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically

614 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passe nger wearing the seat belts? (  P. 455)●
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (  P. 222)
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
(  P. 453, 460)
●
Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (  P. 80)
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:• Unlock the doors.
• Open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote control.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start the
engine.
●
Is the electronic key left inside th e vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (  P. 460)
●
When a warning light turns on or a wa rning message is displayed, refer to
P. 453, 460. A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

621Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds...........453
If a warning light turns on...............453
If a warning message
is displayed ....................................... 460
If the electronic key
does not operate properly ......... 518
If the engine will not start................. 516
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ......................................... 522
If you have a flat tire .............489, 502
If you think something
is wrong................................................ 451
If your vehicle becomes stuck .....532
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ..........443
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ....................................... 444
If your vehicle overheats ................526
Engine ....................................................... 539
ACCESSORY mode..................... 208
Compartment......................................397
Engine switch .......................................207
Hood ........................................................393
How to start the engine ..................207
Identification number ...................... 538
If the engine will not start................. 516
Ignition switch (engine switch)....207
Overheating .........................................526 Engine coolant ...................................... 404
Capacity................................................. 544
Checking ............................................... 404
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................320, 320
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ..................................................91, 96
Engine immobilizer system .................. 79
Engine oil ................................................. 400
Capacity.................................................540
Checking .............................................. 400
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................320, 320
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 403
Engine oil temperature gauge............96
Engine switch ..........................................207
Enhanced VSC ....................................... 312
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ......... 313
Warning light ....................................... 454
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
Expert mode ............................................ 316

623Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Garage door opener .......................... 359
Gauges ................................................. 91, 96
Glove box ................................................. 351
Glove box light ....................................... 351
Head restraints ......................................... 171
Headlight cleaner................................. 233
Headlights ............................................... 225
Automatic High Beam
system ..................................................228
Light switch ........................................... 225
Replacing light bulbs ........................439
Heaters
Air conditioning system ..................333
Heated steering wheel ....................344
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 338
Seat heaters ..........................................345
Hill-start assist control ..........................312
Hood .......................................................... 393
Open ........................................................393
Hooks
Cargo hooks ....................................... 353
Coat hooks .......................................... 358
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .............30
Horn ............................................................. 175 I/M test ..................................................... 390
Identification
Engine .....................................................538
Vehicle .................................................... 537
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........207
Illuminated entry system ................... 348
Immobilizer system ................................. 79
Indicators .....................................................87
Initialization
Maintenance ........................... 385, 403
Meter .................................................. 111, 129
Moon roof ...............................................187
Multi-information display.......... 111, 129
Power windows................................... 183
Tire pressure
warning system ................................. 413
Initiators (tire pressure
warning system) .................................. 418
Inside rear view mirror......................... 176
Instrument panel light
control ............................................ 94, 100
Intercooler .............................................. 406
Intercooler coolant.............................. 404
Capacity................................................. 544
Checking ...............................................405
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................320, 320
Interior lights .......................................... 348
Intuitive parking assist ........................ 280G
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631Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Switches
Active rear wing switch ..................307
ASC (Active Sound Control)
switch.................................................... 223
Audio remote control
switches
* Automatic High Beam system ....228
BSM (Blind spot monitor)
switch................................................... 290
Cruise control switch...................... 268
Door lock switches .............................147
Driving mode select switch ........... 301
Driving position memory
switches ................................................ 166
Emergency flashers switch ........... 442
Engine switch .......................................207
Fog light switch ................................... 232
Garage door opener
switches .............................................. 359
Heated steering wheel
switch....................................................344
Ignition switch ......................................207
Intuitive parking assist switch ........ 281
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) switch ....264
Light switches ...................................... 225
Meter control switches ........... 106, 119 Moon roof switches .......................... 186
Outside rear view mirror
switches ................................................178
Paddle shift switches............... 215, 216
Power door lock switch ................... 147
Power window switches ..................182
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers
switch ...................................................338
Seat heater switches ........................ 345
Seat ventilator switches .................. 346
Snow mode switch ............................. 214
“SOS” button ....................................... 370
Talk switch
* Telephone switches
* Tilt and telescopic
steering control switch .................. 174
Tire pressure warning reset
switch ..................................................... 414
Trunk opener main switch .............. 152
Trunk opener switch ........................... 151
TVD (Torque Vectoring
Differential) switch .......................... 310
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button ....................................................274
VSC OFF switch ................................. 314
Window lock switch ..........................182
Windshield wiper
and washer switch ......................... 233
Windshield wiper de-icer
switch ................................................... 339
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATIO N AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.