ECO mode LEXUS RC350 2018 Manual PDF

5207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_RC F_U(OM24748U)
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 immediately when the battery is depleted. ( P. 427)
■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. 208)
■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 customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features:  P. 569)
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (P. 158)
Starting the engine
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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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5758-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)
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Vehicle specifications
■Intuitive parking assist* ( P. 280)
*: If equipped
■Driving mode select switch ( P. 301)
*: If equipped
■Active rear wing* ( P. 307)
*:RC F
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P. 333)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Detection distance of the front
center sensor*FarNearOO
Detection distance of the rear
center sensorFarNearOO
Buzzer volume21 to 3OO
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Powertrain control in custom
mode*NormalPowerO—Eco
Chassis control in custom
mode
*NormalSportO—
Air conditioning operation in
custom mode*NormalEcoO—
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operation of the active rear wingOffOn—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffOO
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3OO
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617Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_RC F_U(OM24748U)
Alarm ............................................................ 80
Anchor brackets ...................................... 60
Antennas (smart access system
with push-button start) ......................156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).........312 Warning light .......................................453
Approach warning............................... 275
Armrest .................................................... 356
ASC (Active Sound Control)....... 223, 224
Assist grip ................................................358
Audio system
*
Automatic headlight leveling system .....................................................227 Warning light .......................................454
Automatic High Beam ....................... 228
Automatic light control system....... 225
Automatic transmission .......................213 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 219
M mode ................................................... 216
Paddle shift switches ............... 215, 216
Average fuel economy .............................136, 137, 138
Average vehicle speed ........................136 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 434
Wattage .................................................553
Battery ...................................................... 408 Battery checking ............................... 408
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................... 522
Preparing and checking before winter.................................................... 320
Warning light ....................................... 453
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 290
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 407
Parking brake .......................................222
Warning light ....................................... 453
Brake assist ............................................... 312
Break-in tips ............................................. 193
Brightness control Instrument panel light control.......................................... 94, 100
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 290 BSM function ....................................... 293
RCTA function .................................... 297
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATIO N AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

620Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_RC F_U(OM24748U)
Doors...........................................................145
Automatic door locking and unlocking system.................... 148
Door lock .................................................147
Open door warning buzzer.......... 146
Open door warning light...............454
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 178
Side windows ........................................ 182
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/ Drive info 3 ................................. 108, 122
Drive information ........................ 108, 122 Resetting......................................... 106, 119
Drive-Start Control .................... 193, 218
Driver’s seat position memory ..........166
Driving.........................................................192 Break-in tips .......................................... 193
Correct driving posture .................... 32
Driving mode select switch ........... 301
Procedures ............................................ 192
Winter drive tips ................................ 320
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) .........312 Warning message ............................ 460
Dynamic radar cruise control ......... 268
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) .........312 Warning message ............................ 460 Eco drive mode.......................................301
Eco Driving Indicator ...................116, 132
Eco Driving Indicator Light......... 111, 129
Eco driving meter ....................................96
EDR (Event data recorder)................... 10
Elapsed time...................................108, 122
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ......... 313
Warning light ....................................... 454
Electronic key .......................................... 140 Battery-saving function ................... 158
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................. 518
Replacing the battery .......................427
Emergency flashers .............................442
Emergency tire puncture repair kit................................................ 502E

621Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_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

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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_RC F_U(OM24748U)
Side mirrors ..............................................178
Adjusting and folding........................ 178
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ............ 290
Linked mirror function when reversing ..................................179
Mirror position memory .................. 166
Side turn signal lights ............................ 221 Replacing light bulbs ........................439
Turn signal lever ................................... 221
Side windows .......................................... 182
Slip indicator........................................... 454
Smart access system with push-button start .......................156 Antenna location ................................. 156
Entry functions ............................. 145, 151
Starting the engine ............................207
Snow mode ............................................... 214
Snow tires ................................................ 323
Spare tire.................................................. 489 Inflation pressure ............................... 548
Storage location ................................ 490 Spark plug ............................................... 544
Specifications......................................... 536
Speed indicator................................ 93, 99
Speedometer ......................................91, 96
Sport mode ...............................................301
Steering lock ............................................ 210
Column lock release .........................210
Steering wheel ........................................ 174 Adjustment.............................................. 174
Audio switches
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Heated steering wheel ................... 344
Power easy access system .............166
Steering wheel position memory ..............................166
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 439
Storage feature ..................................... 350
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck........ 532
Sun shade .................................................. 187
Sun visors................................................. 354