light LEXUS RC300H 2017 Owners Manual

6069-1. Specifications
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■Use of ethanol blended gasoline in a gasoline engine
Lexus allows the use of ethanol blended gasoline where the ethanol content is up to 10%. Make sure that the ethanol blended gasoline to be used has a Research Octane Numberthat follows the above.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified andequipped professional.
●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.
Fuel information
EU area:
You must only use unleaded gasoline conforming to European standard
EN228.
Select unleaded gasoline with a Rese arch Octane Number of 95 or higher
for optimum engine performance.
Except EU area:
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select unleaded gasoline with a Rese arch Octane Number of 95 or higher
for optimum engine performance.
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gasoline will cause the three-way cata lytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly.
●EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or “E85” and fuel contain- ing a large amount of ethanol should not be used. The use of these fuels will damage the vehicle’s fuel system. In case of any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Except EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or “E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be used. Your vehicle can use gaso-
line mixed with 10% max ethanol. The use of fuel with more than 10% ethanol content (E10) will damage the vehicle’s fuel system. You must ensure that refueling is carried out only from a source where fuel specification and quality can be guaranteed. In case
of any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus deal er or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Do not use the methanol blended gasoline such as M15, M85, M100. The use of gas-
oline containing methanol may cause engine damage or failure.

6089-2. Customization
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being
customized. Contact any authorized Lexu s dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
Settings that can be changed using the Remote Touch or Lexus Display Audio
controller
Settings that can be changed using the meter control switches
Settings that can be changed by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional
Definition of symbols: O = Available, — = Not available
■Gauges, meters and multi-information display ( P. 110, 115, 121)
Customizable features
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2
3
Function*1Default settingCustomized setting
Language*2English
French
—O—
German
Spanish
Italian
Russian
Units*2km (L/100 km)km (km/L)OO—miles (MPG)
EV indicatorON
(Self-lighting)OFF—O—
switch settings*3Drive
information 1Desired status screen
*4—O—
Drive information 1
Current fuel economy
*5—O—Average fuel economy
(after reset)
Drive information 2
Distance
(driving range)
*5—O—Average vehi- cle speed
(after reset)
Pop-up displayONOFF—O—
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6109-2. Customization
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■Door lock ( P. 144, 150, 578)
■Smart entry & start system and wireless remote control (P. 144, 150)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Unlocking using a mechanical key
Both side
doors unlocked in one step
Driver’s door unlocked in one step, both side
doors unlocked in two steps
——O
Speed-detecting automatic doorlock functionOnOffO—O
Shifting gears to position other
than P locks both side doorsOffOnO—O
Shifting gears to P unlocks both side doorsOffOnO—O
Opening driver's door unlocksboth side doorsOnOffO—O
Locking/unlocking of the trunk
when both side doors are locked/unlockedOnOff——O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operation signal (Emergency flashers)OnOffO—O
Time elapsed before automatic
door lock function is activated if door is not opened after beingunlocked
30 seconds
60 seconds
——O120 seconds
Open door warning buzzerOnOff——O
Welcome light illumination con-
trolOnOff——O
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9-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■Turn signal lever ( P. 229)
*1: After flashing the turn signal lights when turning left or right while this function is off
and the turn signal lever is moved to the fi rst 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 turn 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. 232)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
The number of times the turn sig- nal lights flash automatically
when the turn signal lever is moved to the first position duringa lane change*1
3
5
——O7
Off*2
Off*3
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Light sensor sensitivityStandard-2 to 2O—O
Time elapsed before headlightsautomatically turn off30 seconds
60 seconds
——O90 seconds
120 seconds
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9-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■Illumination ( P. 446)
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the interior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the powerswitch is turned offOnOff——O
Operation when the doors areunlockedOnOff——O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic key on your personOnOff——O
Ambient lights and RemoteTouch pad light*OnOff——O
Time elapsed before the outerfoot 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 yourperson
OnOff——O
Operation of the outer foot lights
when the doors are unlocked with the power door lock switchOnOff——O
Operation of the outer foot lightswhen a door is openedOnOff——O
Fading out of the outer foot lights
when they turn offLongShort——O
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622What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
●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. 196)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period of time.
( P. 217)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 539)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 230)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 537, 542)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside the vehicle
during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( P. 102)
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
• Unlock the doors or open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote con-
trol. • Start the hybrid system.
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The power switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th e horn sounds (if equipped)

623What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 542)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 537, 542.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and repair the flat tire temporarily with the
emergency tire puncture repair kit. ( P. 563)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
( P. 592)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

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RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 432
Air conditioning filter....................... 509
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 432
Blower customization ..................... 439
S-FLOW mode.................................. 434
AAC disc ...................................................371
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......304
Warning light ...................................... 538
Active Sound Control (ASC)........... 231
Adaptive Variable
Suspension System .......................... 305
Air conditioning filter ......................... 509
Air conditioning system ..................... 432
Air conditioning filter....................... 509
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 432
Blower customization ..................... 439
S-FLOW mode.................................. 434
Airbag manual on-off system ............. 54
Airbags......................................................... 43
Airbag manual on-off system ......... 54
Airbag operating conditions........... 49
Airbag precautions for
your child............................................... 45
Correct driving posture .................... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 49
Curtain shield airbag
precautions............................................47
General airbag precautions ........... 45
Locations of airbags............................ 43
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 48
Side airbag operating
conditions ..............................................49
Side airbag precautions.................... 45
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ........................49
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .......................................... 45
SRS airbags ..............................................43
SRS warning light .............................. 538
Alarm ...........................................................102
Anchor brackets ...................................... 64
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) ........................................ 155
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 304
Warning light....................................... 538
Approach warning............................... 262
ASC (Active Sound Control) ...........231
Assist grips .............................................. 457
Audio input ...............................................351
Audio system.......................................... 344
Audio CD player................................. 371
Audio input ............................................. 351
AUX port/USB port ......................... 351
Bluetooth® audio ............................. 395
iPod ........................................................... 377
Optimal use............................................ 361
Portable music player ..................... 386
Radio........................................................ 369
Steering wheel audio switch........ 350
USB memory ........................................381
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................................... 234
Warning light....................................... 539
Automatic High Beam ...................... 235
Automatic light control system ...... 232
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AUX port .................................................. 351
Average fuel economy........................ 124
Average vehicle speed ....................... 124
Back-up light
Replacing light bulb.......................... 524
Wattage................................................. 605
Battery (12-volt battery)...................... 481
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged.........................................582
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 337
Warning light ....................................... 537
Battery (traction battery) ......................89
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ................ 319
Blower customization ......................... 439
Bluetooth®
Audio system .......................................395
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........................ 397
Brake
Fluid ......................................................... 603
Parking brake ......................................230
Warning light ....................................... 537
Brake assist .............................................304
Break-in tips ........................................... 207
Brightness control
Instrument panel li ght control......... 118
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................. 319
Card key ................................................... 138
Care ................................................460, 464
Aluminum wheels................................ 461
Exterior ................................................... 460
Interior..................................................... 464
Seat belts ............................................... 465
Cargo hooks .......................................... 452
Caution label ............................................. 89
CD player .................................................. 371
Chains ....................................................... 338
Child restraint system............................ 60
Child seats definition .......................... 60
Child seats installation .............. 68, 75
Installing a CRS to the
passenger seat ................................... 65
Installing a CRS to the
rear seat ..................................................67
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors ....................................... 80
Installing CRS with seat belts .......... 72
Installing CRS with top strap .......... 82
Child safety ................................................ 59
12-volt battery
precautions .......................... 483, 585
Airbag precautions ............................. 45
Child restraint system ........................ 60
How your child should
wear the seat belt.............................. 40
Installing child restraints .................... 60
Moon roof precautions .................. 203
Power window lock switch ............ 196
Power window precautions........... 199
Removed electronic key
battery precautions......................... 513
Seat belt precautions........................... 42
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Seat heater precautions ................. 444
Trunk precautions ............................. 153
Cleaning ....................................... 460, 464
Aluminum wheels ................................461
Exterior................................................... 460
Interior ..................................................... 464
Seat belts................................................465
Clock ......................................................... 456
Coat hooks ..............................................458
Condenser ............................................ 480
Console box ...........................................450
Cooling system ...................................... 478
Engine overheating ..........................587
Hybrid system overheating ..........587
Cruise control
Cruise control ..................................... 253
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 257
Cup holders ............................................. 451
Current fuel consumption.................. 124
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 43
Customizable features ...................... 608
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) ..... 369
Daytime running light system ......... 233
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 438
Rear window........................................ 438
Windshield ........................................... 438
Differential............................................... 603
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) ..... 369
Dimensions ............................................. 596
Display
Drive information................................. 124
Dynamic radar cruise control ......257
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ....... 274
Multi-information display................... 121
Warning message ............................ 542
Distance ..................................................... 124
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 469
Door courtesy lights
Location ................................................. 446
Door lock
Doors......................................................... 144
Smart entry & start system ............. 155
Wireless remote control ................. 138
Doors...........................................................144
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system ............................. 147
Door lock ................................................ 144
Open door warning buzzer .......... 145
Open door warning light .............. 539
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 193
Side windows ........................................ 196
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 ......................126
Drive information ................................... 124
Resetting .................................................. 124
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