lock LEXUS RC350 2018 Owners Manual

5227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_RC F_U(OM24748U)
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt
battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the steps below.
Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried.
When connecting the jumper (or
booster) cables, depe nding on the situa-
tion, the alarm may activate and doors
locked. (
P. 81)
Open the hood. ( P. 393)
Remove the engine cover. (RC F)
Raise the front of the engine cover to
remove the front clips, and then raise
the rear of the engine cover to
remove the rear clips.
If the vehicle battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle’s bat-
tery is discharged.
You can also call your Lexus deal er or a qualified repair shop.
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5247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_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 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 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.
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5458-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_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 rates5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*
RC35010.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
RC350AWD/RC300
AWD10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
RC3009.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
RC F11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota 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 viscosityHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Above 0F (-18 C): SAE90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90

5718-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)
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Vehicle specifications
■Door lock (P. 145, 151, 518)
■Smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control
(  P. 145, 151)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Unlocking using a mechanical
key
Driver’s door
unlocked in one
step, both side
doors unlocked in two stepsBoth side doors
unlocked in one step
—O
Automatic door lockShifting the shift
lever to position
other than P
Off
OOVehicle speed is
approximately 12
mph (20 km/h) or higher
Automatic door unlockShifting the shift
lever to POff
OODriver’s door is opened
Locking/unlocking of the trunk
when both side doors are
locked/unlocked
OnOff—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operation buzzer volume5OffOO1 to 7
Operation signal (Emergency
flashers)OnOffOO
Time elapsed before automatic
door lock function is activated if
door is not opened after being
unlocked
60 seconds
Off
OO30 seconds
120 seconds
Open door warning buzzerOnOff—O
Welcome light illumination con-
trolOnOffOO
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5728-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)
■Smart access system with push-button start ( P. 145, 151, 156)
■Wireless remote control ( P. 140, 145, 151)
■Driving position memory* ( P. 166)
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Smart access system with push-
button startOnOff—O
Smart door unlockingDriver’s doorBoth side doorsOO
Number of consecutive door
lock operations2 timesAs many as desired—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Wireless remote controlOnOff—O
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in one step, both side
doors unlocked in two steps
Both side doors
unlocked in one
stepOO
Trunk unlocking operationPress and hold (short)
One short press
—O
Push twice
Press and hold (long)
Off
Alarm (panic mode)OnOff—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Selecting the door linking driving
position memory with door
unlock operation
Driver’s doorBoth side doors—O
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5768-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)
■Seat heaters* ( P. 345)
*:If equipped
■Illumination ( P. 347)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Seat heater timer controlOffOnOO
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the interior
lights turn off15 seconds
Off
OO7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned offOnOff—O
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff—O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff—O
Ambient lights and Remote
Touch pad lightOnOff—O
Time elapsed before the outer
foot lights turn off15 seconds
Off
OO7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer foot lights
when you approach the vehicle
with the electronic key on your
person
OnOff—O
Operation of the outer foot lights
when the doors are unlocked
with the power door lock switch
OnOff—O
Operation of the outer foot lights
when a door is openedOnOff—O
Fading out of the outer foot lights
when they turn offLongShort—O
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5778-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)
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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 reflected on the Center Display
screen until the engine switch is turn ed off and then to IGNITION ON mode.
■When customizing using 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.
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff—O
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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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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_RC300_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

614What 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 types 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 the vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 460)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning 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