lane assist LEXUS RC300 2019 User Guide

1824-5. Using the driving support systems
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*:If equipped
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that
has 2 functions:
The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) func-
tion
Assists the driver in making a deci-
sion when changing lanes
 The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
function
Assists the driver when backing up
These functions use same sensors. BSM main switch
This switch is for both the BSM function
and RCTA function.
Pressing the switch turns the system on or
off. When the switch is turned on, the indi-
cator on the switch illuminates.
Outside rear view mirror indicators
BSM function:
When a vehicle is dete
cted in a blind spot
of the outside rear view mirrors or
approaching rapidly from behind into a
blind spot, the outside rear view mirror
indicator on the detected side will illumi-
nate. If the turn signal lever is operated
toward the detected side, the outside rear
view mirror indicator will flash.
RCTA function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right
or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected,
both outside rear view mirror indicators
will flash.
Center Display
If a vehicle approaching from the right or
left at the rear of th e vehicle is detected,
the RCTA icon ( P.187) for the detected
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)*
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system
that uses rear side radar sensors
installed on the inner side of the
rear bumper on the left and right
side to assist the driver in confirm-
ing safety when changing lanes.
Summary of the Blind Spot Mon-
itor
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Driving
input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, re frain from excessive
steering input or stop the vehicle and turn
the engine off. The EPS system should
return to normal within 10 minutes.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively
when
●The limits of tire gripping performance
have been exceeded (such as exces-
sively worn tires on a snow covered
road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving
at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is
operating may exceed that of normal
conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the
vehicle’s stopping di stance. Always main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you, especially in the following
situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or
snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes
or uneven surfaces
■TRAC may not operate effectively
when
Directional control and power may not
be achievable while driving on slippery
road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is
operating. Drive the vehicle carefully in
conditions where stability and power
may be lost.
■Hill-start assist control does not oper-
ate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist
control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep
inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start
assist control is not intended to hold
the vehicle stationary for an extended
period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehi-
cle on an incline, as doing so may lead
to an accident.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always
drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular
care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems are
turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed
appropriate to the road conditions. As
these are the systems to help ensure
vehicle stability and driving force, do not
turn the TRAC/VSC systems off unless
necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all ti res are of the speci-
fied size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that
the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will
not function correctly if different tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further
information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or
modifying the suspensi on will affect the
driving assist systems, and may cause a
system to malfunction.

2857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■LDA (Lane Departure Alert) indicator
■PCS warning light
■Slip indicator
■Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*
*: Open door warning buzzer: P.88
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(orange)
If the LDA indicator is illuminated:
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) system.
 Check the warning message displayed on the multi-information
display. ( P.166)
If the LDA indicator flashes:
Indicates that the vehicle has deviated from the lane (while the LDA
[Lane Departure Alert with steering control] system is operating)
 Check the area around the vehicle and return the vehicle to
between the lane lines.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes or illumi-
nates)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or that the
system is temporarily unavailable due to the vehicle being extremely
hot/cold, or dirt around a front sensor, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.160, 292)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.
 P.193
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
 The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or
 The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC or the TRAC system is operating.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that a door or th e trunk is not fully closed
 Check that both side doors and the trunk are closed.

3007-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■When the spare tire is equipped
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the spare tire compared to when driv-
ing with standard tires.
■If you have a flat rear tire on a road cov-
ered with snow or ice (vehicles with
front and rear tires of the same size
except for vehicles with LDH and
19-inch tires)
Install the spare tire on one of the front
wheels of the vehicle. Perform the following
steps and fit tire chains to the rear tires:
1
Replace a front tire with the spare tire.
2
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire
removed from the front of the vehicle.
3
Fit tire chains to the rear tires.
WARNING
■When using the spare tire
●Remember that the spare tire provided
is specifically desi gned for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your spare
tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one spare tire
simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard
tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
■When the spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly
detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRAC
• Dynamic radar cruise control
• PCS
• EPS
• Adaptive Variable Suspension System (if equipped)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)
• VGRS (if equipped)
• LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling sys- tem) (if equipped)
• DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) (if equipped)
• VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
• Tire pressure warning system
• Lexus parking assist monitor
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only can the following system
not be utilized fully, bu t it may even nega-
tively affect the drive-train components:
• AWD system (if equipped)
■Speed limit when using the spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50
mph (80 km/h) when a spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The spare tire is not designed for driving
at high speeds. Failure to observe this
precaution may lead to an accident caus-
ing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools
and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking.

3458-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Automatic light control system ( P.136)
■Lights ( P.136)
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) ( P.154)
■LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ( P.161)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Light sensor sensitivityStandard-2 to 2O—O
Time elapsed before head-
lights automatically turn off
after doors are closed
30 seconds
Off
O—O60 seconds
90 seconds
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Daytime running light system
(except Canada)OnOffO—O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)OnOff—O—
Adjust alert timingMiddleFar—O—Near
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Steering assist functionOnOff—O—
Alert typeSteering wheel
vibrationBuzzer—O—
Alert sensitivityStandardHigh—O—
Vehicle sway warning func-
tionOnOff—O—
Vehicle sway warning sensi-
tivityStandardHigh—O—Low
ABC
ABC
ABC

3791-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Multi-information display .............................. 71 Audio system-linked display................... 75
Boost gauge.....................................................74
Drive information ...........................................72
Drive information 1/Drive information 2/Drive information 3..............................72
Driving assist system information display 76
Dynamic radar cruise control .............. 168
Eco Driving Indicator ..................................73
Engine oil pressure gauge ........................74
Engine oil temperature gauge ................74
Gear Position ................................................. 75
G-force...............................................................74
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ..........................................................163
Menu icons .......................................................72
Meter control switches ...............................72
Navigation system-linked display ........ 75
Settings .............................................................. 76
Tire pressure ....................................... 75, 258
Units .................................................................... 75
Vehicle sway warning ................................ 75
Warning message display ....................... 76
Warning messages ..................................290
N
Navigation system-linked display.............75
Noise from under vehicle .............................. 5
O
“ODO TRIP” switch ...................................... 70
Odometer ......................................................... 70
Odometer and trip meter display “ODO TRIP” switch .................................... 70
Oil Engine oil ........................................................ 318
Front differential oil ..................................... 321
Rear differential oil ...................................... 321
Opener Fuel filler door............................................... 148 Hood ................................................................245
Trunk ...................................................................90
Outer foot lights Location ........................................................... 215
Outside rear view mirrors Adjustment ..................................................... 108
Folding.............................................................. 109
Linked mirror function when reversing ....
109
Mirror position memory ..........................100
Outside rear view mirror defoggers209
Outside temperature.................................... 66
Overheating .................................................. 309
P
Paddle shift switches ........................... 130, 131
Panic mode ....................................................... 84
Parking brake Operation ........................................................134
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer134
Warning light ...............................................284
Warning message .......................................134
Parking lights Light switch .................................................... 136
Replacing light bulbs ................................270
PCS (Pre-Collision System) Function ........................................................... 154
PCS OFF switch ......................................... 156
Warning light .............................................. 285
Warning message ..........................160, 290
Personal lights.................................................215
Power control unit coolant Preparing and checking before winter.....196
Power easy access system ....................... 100
Power outlet .................................................. 220
Power steering (Elect ric power steering
system) ............................................................192 Warning light ...............................................284
Power windows Door lock linked window operation ..... 111