engine overheat LEXUS RCF 2018 User Guide

474 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U) (If equipped)
Indicates that the windows and the moon roof are not
fully closed (with the engine switch off, and the driver’s
door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows and the moon roof. (If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the TVD (Torque Vectoring
Differential) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. (If equipped)
Indicates that the TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)
system has overheated
This message may be disp layed when driving under
extremely high load conditions such as the following:
• Continuously driving at high speeds or through
sharp turns
• If either right or left rear tire loses traction and spins
continuously
A buzzer also sounds.
 Drive the vehicle for a while, while avoiding
extremely high load conditions.
Indicates a malfunction in th e Drive-Start Control system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer
immediately.Warning message Details/Actions(Flashes)

526 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)●
The engine coolant temperature gauge (  P. 91, 96) is in the red zone or a
loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not
increase.) ●
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual” is
shown on the multi-information display. ●
Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.If your vehicle overheats The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures 1
2

619Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Cleaning......................................... 376, 381
Aluminum wheels .............................. 377
Exterior....................................................376
Interior ...................................................... 381
Seat belts ............................................... 382
Clock ......................................................... 355
Coat hooks..............................................358
Compass .................................................. 366
Condenser .............................................. 406
Console box ............................................ 351
Cooling system ..................................... 404
Engine overheating...........................526
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control..... 268
Cup holders ............................................ 352
Current fuel consumption ....... 108, 122
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 40
Customizable features ....................... 569 Daytime running light system...........226
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............338
Rear window........................................338
Windshield............................................338
Differential
Front differential .................................545
Rear differential................................... 546
Dimension ............................................... 536
Dinghy towing ....................................... 206
Display
Drive information...................... 108, 122
Dynamic radar cruise control .....268
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 265
Multi-information display....... 103, 118
Warning message.............................460
Distance ...........................................108, 122
Do-it-yourself maintenance............... 391
Door courtesy lights
Location ................................................. 347
Door lock
Doors.........................................................145
Smart access system with
push-button start ..............................156
Wireless remote control..................140 D

621Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_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

627Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Odometer ........................................... 91, 96
Oil
Engine oil............................................... 540
Front differential oil........................... 545
Rear differential oil ............................ 546
Opener
Hood ........................................................393
Trunk ........................................................... 151
Outer foot lights.................................... 347
Outside rear view mirrors ..................178
Adjusting and folding........................ 178
Blind spot monitor............................ 290
Linked mirror function
when reversing ..................................179
Mirror position memory .................. 166
Outside rear view
mirror defoggers ........................... 338
Outside temperature...................... 91, 96
Overheating ........................................... 526 Paddle shift switches................... 215, 216
Parking assist sensors
(intuitive parking assist).................. 280
Parking brake .........................................222
Parking lights ..........................................225
Light switch........................................... 225
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 439
PCS (Pre-Collision System)............ 250
Warning light ....................................... 454
Personal lights ....................................... 349
Pop-up display ................................. 111, 129
Power outlet ........................................... 355
Power steering (Electric power
steering system) .................................. 313
Warning light ....................................... 454
Power windows....................................... 182
Door lock linked
window operation ...........................184
Jam protection function................... 183
Operation................................................182
Window lock switch ..........................182
Pre-Collision System (PCS)............ 250
Warning light ....................................... 454O P
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATIO N AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.