ECO mode LEXUS RC350 2015 Manual PDF

5928-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch
will turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in cus-
tomization setting, the engine switch will
turn to ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi-
information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when stopping
the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the electronic
key battery be replaced immediatel y when the battery is depleted. (P. 5 0 7 )
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed.
( P. 1 9 4 )
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart access system wi th push-button start has not been deacti-
vated in the custom ization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features P. 6 3 5 )
●Check if battery-saving mo de is set. If it is set, cancel the function. ( P. 1 4 8 )
Starting the engine
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■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or moon roof
Operate the power window or moon roof afte r checking to make sure that there is no
possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window or
moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mech anical key. It is possible for children and
other passengers to get caught in power window or moon roof.
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5948-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:
RC350
RC F
Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal
on your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the positive (+)
battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery terminal on the
second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid, station-
ary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any moving parts,
as shown in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain at that level for approximately 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.
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5958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
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 components 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 discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not
in use, due to natural discharg e and the draining 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
●Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the bat-
tery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is activated. ( P. 7 9 )
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock 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.
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6379-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
*1: For details about each function: P. 1 0 7
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3:Except F SPORT models
*4: Some status screens cannot be registered (indicated on multi-information display).
*5: 2 of the following items: current fuel consumption, average fuel economy (after reset),
average fuel economy (after refuel), average fuel economy (after start), average vehi-
cle speed (after reset), average vehicle speed (after start), distance (driving range),
distance (after start), elapsed time (after reset), elapsed time (after start), blank.
*6:F SPORT models
RC F
Speed indicator*6OFF30 to 100 mph (50 to 160 km/h)—O—
Rev indicator*65000 rpm
2000 to 6600
rpm
—O—
OFF
Rev peak*6ONOFF—O—
Function*1Default settingCustomized setting123
Function*1Default settingCustomized setting
LanguageEnglishFrenchOO—Spanish
Units*2miles (MPG US)
km (km/L)
OO—km (L/100 km)
miles (MPG Impe- rial)
Eco Driving Indicator LightON (Self-lighting)OFF—O—
switch settingsDrive information 1Desired status screen*3—O—
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665Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Alarm ............................................................ 78
Anchor brackets ...................................... 59
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ......................146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 282 Warning light ...................................... 533
Approach warning............................... 238
Armrest .................................................... 437
ASC (Active Sound Control).......206, 207
Assist grip ................................................ 439
Audio input.............................................. 330
Audio system.......................................... 322 Audio input........................................... 330
AUX port/USB port....................... 330
Bluetooth
® audio...............................376
CD player ..............................................352
iPod .......................................................... 359
MP3/WMA/AAC disc .................352
Optimal use ..........................................339
Portable music player ......................367
Radio ........................................................346
Steering wheel audio switch ........ 327
USB memory .......................................363 Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................... 210 Warning light ....................................... 534
Automatic High Beam ...........................211
Automatic light control system ...... 208
Automatic transmission....................... 199 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 589
M mode .................................................. 202
Paddle shift switches..............201, 202
AUX port ................................................ 330
Average fuel economy ............... 106, 112
Average vehicle speed............... 106, 112

669Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
E-mail......................................................... 386
Eco drive mode ..................................... 278
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 88
Eco Driving Indicator Light ....... 107, 119
Eco driving meter .................................... 96
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Elapsed time .................................. 106, 107
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 283Warning light .......................................534
Electronic key ......................................... 130 Battery-saving function .................... 148
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 590
Replacing the battery ...................... 507 Emergency flashers .............................522
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit.................................................574
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................................. 533
If a warning light turns on .............. 533
If a warning message is displayed ........................................539
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 590
If the engine will not start ............... 587
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 589
If the vehicle battery is discharged.........................................593
If you have a flat tire ............. 560, 574
If you think something is wrong ................................................531
If your vehicle becomes stuck..................................................... 600
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.......... 523
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 524
If your vehicle overheats ................ 597
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RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Engine ....................................................... 606ACCESSORY mode....................... 194
Compartment...................................... 479
Engine switch ........................................ 193
Hood ........................................................475
How to start the engine ................... 193
Identification number ...................... 606
If the engine will not start............... 587
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 193
Overheating .........................................597
Engine coolant....................................... 484 Capacity .................................................. 610
Checking............................................... 484
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................................90, 96
Engine immobilizer system ..................76
Engine oil .................................................. 481 Capacity ................................................ 607
Checking................................................. 481
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine oil temperature gauge ........... 96
Engine switch ...........................................193
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 282
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 283 Warning light .......................................534
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10
Expert mode ........................................... 286 First-aid kit storage belt......................434
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ............. 560
Vehicles with emergency tire puncture repair kit ......................... 574
Floor mats................................................... 30
Fluid Automatic transmission ..................... 611
Brake..........................................................613
Washer ...................................................490
Fog lights.................................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Footwell light .......................................... 428 Wattage ...................................................619
Front fog lights......................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Front passenger occupant classification system ........................... 50
Front seats ................................................. 152 Adjustment.............................................. 152
Cleaning................................................. 463
Correct driving posture .....................32
Driving position memory................. 157
Head restraints ...................................... 161
Jam protection function....................153
Seat heaters .......................................... 426
Seat position memory ....................... 157
Seat ventilators.....................................427F

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RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Shift lever ...................................................199Automatic transmission ................... 199
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 589
Shift lock system....................................589
Shift position and gear position .............................................90, 96
Side airbags ............................................... 40
Side marker lights.................................208 Light switch .......................................... 208
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 519
Side mirrors ............................................. 168 Adjusting and folding........................ 168
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ............. 297
Linked mirror function when reversing ................................. 169
Mirror position memory .................. 157
Side turn signal lights .......................... 204 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 519
Turn signal lever .................................204
Side windows ............................................ 171
Slip indicator........................................... 534
Smart access system with push-button start .......................146 Antenna location ................................. 146
Entry functions ..............................135, 141
Starting the engine ............................. 193 SMS (Short message service) ........ 386
Snow mode............................................. 200
Snow tires .................................................. 317
Spare tire ................................................. 560
Inflation pressure..................................614
Storage location ...................................561
Spark plug ................................................. 610
Specifications......................................... 604
Speed indicator................................ 92, 99
Speedometer .................................... 90, 96
Sport mode ..............................................278
Steering lock ............................................ 196 Column lock release .........................196
Steering wheel ........................................ 164 Adjustment..............................................164
Audio switches ....................................327
Auto tilt away .........................................165
Heated steering wheel ................... 425
Steering wheel position memory .............................. 157
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Storage feature ....................................... 431
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck....... 600
Sun shade .................................................. 176
Sun visors................................................. 435