Lexus SC 430 Quick Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Before driving

When driving

Interior features

Maintenance and care

When trouble arises

Vehicle specifications

For owners

Index

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire or is involved in an accident.

Detailed vehicle information.

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt instructions for Canadian owners.

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLEOFCONTENTS Index

1	Before driving

1-1.	Key information ............................	16
	Keys .......................................................	16
1-2.	Opening, closing and locking
	the doors and trunk ...................	18
	Wireless remote control...............	18
	Doors.....................................................	21
	Trunk.....................................................	25
1-3.	Adjustable components
	(seats, mirrors, steering
	wheel)...........................................	28
	Front seats..........................................	28
	Driving position memory
	system ..............................................	30
	Head restraints.................................	33
	Seat belts ............................................	35
	Steering wheel..................................	42
	Inside rear view mirror..................	44
	Outside rear view mirrors...........	45
1-4.	Opening and closing the
	windows and retractable
	hardtop.........................................	48
	Power windows................................	48
	Retractable hardtop........................	51
1-5.	Refueling........................................	55
	Removing the fuel tank cap ........	55

1-6. Theft deterrent system...............	60
Engine immobilizer system.........	60
Alarm....................................................	62
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A. Only) .................................	64
1-7. Safety information.......................	65
Correct driving posture ...............	65
SRS airbags .......................................	67
Front passenger occupant
classification system....................	78
Child restraint system ...................	83
Installing child restraints...............	86

2 When driving

2-1.	Driving procedures....................	98
	Driving the vehicle..........................	98
	Engine (ignition) switch ..............	107
	Automatic transmission...............	110
	Turn signal lever...............................	113
	Parking brake ...................................	114
2-2.	Instrument cluster and
	information display..................	115
	Gauges and meters .......................	115
	Indicators and warning lights .....	117
	Trip information display..............	120

2-3. Operating the headlight and
windshield wipers.....................	121
Headlight switch..............................	121
Fog light switch ..............................	124
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................................	125
Headlight cleaner switch ............	127
2-4. Using other driving systems...	128
Cruise control ................................	128
Driver assist systems......................	131
2-5. Driving information...................	136
Cargo & luggage ..........................	136
Vehicle load limits.........................	139
Winter driving tips ........................	140
Trailer towing..................................	144
Dinghy towing ................................	145

3 Interior features

3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger.............	148
Automatic air conditioning
control.............................................	148
Rear window defogger...............	154

3-2. Using the audio system............	155
Audio system ..................................	155
Opening the audio door ............	157
Using the radio...............................	158
Using the cassette player ..........	162
Using the CD changer ...............	165
Optimal use of the audio
system ...............................................	171
Using the steering switches......	173
3-3. Turning on interior lights..........	176
Interior lights list..............................	176
3-4. Storage..........................................	179
Storage features............................	179
3-5. Other interior features ...........	184
Sun visors..........................................	184
Clock..................................................	185
Ashtray ..............................................	186
Cigarette lighter............................	187
Power outlet....................................	188
Seat heaters.....................................	189
Floor mats...........................................	191
Trunk features.................................	192
Garage door opener...................	194

TABLEOFCONTENTS Index

4	Maintenance and care			5	When trouble arises

4-1.		Maintenance and care............	202	5-1.		Essential information...............	274
		Cleaning and protecting the				If your vehicle needs to be
		vehicle exterior ..........................	202			towed..............................................	274
		Cleaning and protecting the				If you think something is
		vehicle interior...........................	205			wrong .............................................	279
						Fuel pump shut off system .......	280
4-2.		Maintenance ............................	208			Event data recorder.....................	281
		Maintenance requirements ....	208
		General maintenance.................	210	5-2.		Steps to take in an
		Emission inspection and				emergency...............................	284
		Emission inspection and
		maintenance (I/M)				If the warning light turns on......	284
		programs .......................................	213			If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
						If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
4-3.		Do-it-yourself maintenance	214			with run-flat tires) ......................	295
4-3.		Do-it-yourself maintenance	214			If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
						If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
		Do-it-yourself service				with standard tires)...................	297
		precautions...................................	214			If the engine will not start .........	306
		Hood...................................................	218			If the transmission selector
		Positioning a floor jack................	219			lever cannot be shifted
		Engine compartment	221			from P.............................................	307
		Engine compartment	221
		Tires	236			If you lose your keys...................	308
		Tires	236
		Tire inflation pressure	245			If the vehicle has a discharged
		Tire inflation pressure	245			battery	309
		Wheels	250			battery	309
		Wheels	250			If your vehicle overheats	312
		Air conditioning filter	252			If your vehicle overheats	312
		Air conditioning filter	252			If the vehicle becomes stuck	314
		Wireless remote control				If the vehicle becomes stuck	314
		Wireless remote control				If the retractable hardtop
		battery	254			If the retractable hardtop
		battery	254			does not close	315
		Blade fuses	256			does not close	315
		Blade fuses	256
		Cartridge fuses .............................	264
		Headlight aim.................................	266
		Light bulbs......................................	268

6	Vehicle specifications

6-1.	Specifications............................	328
	Maintenance data
	(fuel, oil level, etc.)....................	328
	Fuel information............................	337
	Tire information............................	340
6-2.	Owner’s customize .................	354
	Customizable features ..............	354
	Initializing your Lexus.................	356

7	For owners

	Reporting safety defects for
	U.S. owners.................................	358
	Seat belt instructions for
	Canadian owners
	(in French)....................................	359

	Index

	Abbreviation list.......................	362
	Alphabetical index ..................	363
	What to do if................................	372

Pictorial index	Exterior

Retractable hardtop

Windshield wipers

P.51

P.125

Outside rear view

mirrors

P.45

Hood P.218

Fuel filler door

P.55

		Turn signal light (front)

Headlight				P.113


P.121
	Front fog light
			P.124

Trunk P.25

Rear window defogger	Doors
Rear window defogger		P. 21

P.154

Turn signal light (rear)	Tire

P.113	Rotation
P.113	Rotation	P.236
	Replacement
	Replacement	P.299
	Inflation pressure
	Inflation pressure	P.245
	Information
	Information	P.340

Pictorial index	Interior

Ashtray

P.186

SRS front passenger airbag

P.67

SRS knee airbag

P.67

Power window

switches

P.48

SRS driver airbag

Driving position

P.67

memory buttons

P.30




SRS knee airbag			Cup holder
SRS knee airbag				P.182
	P.67			P.182
	P.67
Front seats		SRS side airbags
	P.28			P.67
	P.28			P.67

A
Sun visors		P.184
Vanity mirrors		P.184
Personal lights		P.178
Garage door opener
buttons	P.194
Inside rear view mirror				P.44
B
Door lock switch		P. 21
Window lock switch			P.48
Power window switches				P.48
Door lock switch		P.21
Power window switch				P.48
				9

Pictorial index	Instrument panel

Emergency flasher switch

Windshield wiper and washer switch P.125

Cruise control switch

P.128

Steering switches

P.173

Driving pattern selector switch

P.111

Automatic transmission

selector lever
	P.110
Coin box
	P.182
VSC off switch
	P.132

Navigation system

Navigation System Owner’s Manual

Clock P.185

Rear window defogger switch P.154

Trunk lid opener main switch P.26

Glove box P.180

Tire pressure warning

select switch
		P.239
Cigarette lighter
		P.187
Ashtray
		P.186
Audio system
		P.155

: If equipped

Headlight cleaner switch P.127


Headlight switch
			P.121
Turn signal lever
			P.113
Fog light switch
			P.124

Tilt and telescopic steering adjustment switch P.42

Instrument panel light control

P.116

Power rear view mirror control switch P.45

Parking brake release lever P.114

Hood opener P.218

Trunk lid opener P.25

Adaptive front lighting system cancel switch P.122

Fuel filler door opener P.55

Tire pressure warning reset switch

P.237

For your information

Main Owners Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.

This vehicle should only be modified using genuine Lexus products. Modification with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Scrapping of your Lexus

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

CAUTION

■General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.

■When children are in the vehicle

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

When left unattended, children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette lighter, the windows, the retractable hardtop, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of death or injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.

Symbols used in illustrations

Safety symbol

The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices.

Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).

Before driving	1

1-1.	Key information ................	16
	Keys ................................................	16
1-2. Opening, closing and
	locking the doors and
	trunk ................................	18
	Wireless remote control .........	18
	Doors ............................................	21
	Trunk.............................................	25
1-3.	Adjustable components
	(seats, mirrors, steering
	wheel) .............................	28
	Front seats ..................................	28
	Driving position memory
	system .......................................	30
	Head restraints .........................	33
	Seat belts ....................................	35
	Steering wheel ..........................	42
	Inside rear view mirror............	44
	Outside rear view mirrors .....	45

1-4.	Opening and closing
	the windows and
	retractable hardtop ......	48
	Power windows .........................	48
	Retractable hardtop..................	51
1-5.	Refueling ..........................	55
	Removing the fuel tank cap....	55
1-6.	Theft deterrent system ....	60
	Engine immobilizer system....	60
	Alarm............................................	62
	Theft prevention labels
	(U.S.A. Only) ...........................	64
1-7.	Safety information ...........	65
	Correct driving posture..........	65
	SRS airbags.................................	67
	Front passenger occupant
	classification system..............	78
	Child restraint system.............	83
	Installing child restraints.........	86

1-1. Key information

Keys

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

1 Master keys

2 Valet key

3 Key number plate

4 Flat key

■When to use the master keys and valet key

●Use the master keys for normal daily use.

●For added security, lock the console box and the glove box with a master key and provide the parking attendant with the valet key.

■Key number plate

Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key number plate.

1-1. Key information

NOTICE

■To prevent key damage

●Do not bend the keys, subject them to strong impact, expose them to high temperatures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.

●Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any material that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.

●Do not disassemble the electronic key.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Wireless remote control

The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle and the trunk from outside the vehicle.

1 Locks both side doors

Push and hold to sound alarm.

2 Unlocks both side doors, Opens the side windows

(push and hold)

3 Opens the trunk (push and hold)

■2-step unlocking function

When you push the UNLOCK button, the driver’s door is unlocked. Pushing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other door.

■Sounding the alarm

Push the PANIC button for about 2 to 3 seconds. An alarm sounds to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle.

If you want to stop the alarm, push any button.

This function does not work when the engine switch is in the ON position.

■Operating indicator

Doors	: A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash.
	(Lock: Once, Unlock: Twice)
Trunk	: A buzzer sounds.

Windows: A buzzer sounds.

■Low battery

If the wireless remote control does not function or if it only operates very close to the vehicle, the battery may be low. ( P.254)

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■Security feature

If a door is not opened for approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again.

■Door lock buzzer

If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to lock the door is made. To stop the buzzer, fully close the door and lock the vehicle once more.

■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer

Settings (e.g. buzzer) can be changed. (Customizable features P.354)

■Certification for the wireless remote control (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)

FCC ID: MOZB12UE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

FCC WARNING:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

■Certification for the wireless remote control (for vehicles sold in Canada)

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Doors

The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the wireless remote control, a key or the door lock switch.

■ Wireless remote control
P.18
■ Key
		Locks both side doors
	1

		Closes the side windows
	2

		(turn and hold)
		Unlocks doors
	3

		Turning the key rearward unlocks
		the driver’s door. Turning the key
		once again unlocks the other door.
		Opens the side windows
	4
	4

		(turn and hold)
■ Door lock switch
		Locks both side doors
	1

		Unlocks both side doors
	2

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■ Inside lock button

1 Locks the door

2 Unlocks the door

The side doors can be opened by pulling the inside handles even if the lock buttons are in the locked position.

Locking the side doors from the outside without a key

Push the lock lever to the lock position. Close the door.

Automatic door locking and unlocking systems

The following functions can be set or canceled:

	Function	Operation

	Shift position linked door	Shifting the shift lever out of “P” locks both side
	locking function	doors.
	Shift position linked door	Shifting the shift lever to “P” unlocks both side
	unlocking function	doors.
	Speed linked door locking	Both side doors are locked when the vehicle
	Speed linked door locking	speed is approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or
	function	speed is approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or
	function	higher.
		higher.
	Driver’s door linked door	The passenger’s door are unlocked when the
	Driver’s door linked door	driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after
	unlocking function	driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after
	unlocking function	turning the engine switch “OFF”.
		turning the engine switch “OFF”.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■Setting and canceling the functions

To switch between setting and canceling, follow the procedure below:

STEP 1 Close both side doors and switch the engine switch to “ON” position. (Perform step 2 within 20 seconds.)

STEP 2	Shift the selector lever to “P” or
	“N”, press and hold the driver’s
	door lock switch (	or	) for
	about 5 seconds then release.

The selector lever and switch positions corresponding to the desired function to be set or canceled are shown as follows.

Function	Selector lever	Switch position
Function	position	Switch position
	position

Shift position linked door locking function

Shift position linked door unlocking function

“P”

Speed linked door locking function	“N”
Speed linked door locking function
Driver’s door linked door unlocking
function
function

When the setting or canceling operation is complete, both side doors are locked and then unlocked.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■Door lock prevention

The doors cannot be locked from inside the vehicle, if a side door is open and the key is in the engine switch.

■Key reminder function

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the key is in the LOCK or ACC position to remind you to remove the key.

■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer

Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed. (Customizable features P.355)

CAUTION

■To prevent an accident

Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.

Failing to do so may result in a door opening and cause occupant out, resulting in death or serious injury.

●Always use a seat belt.

●Always lock the doors.

●Ensure that both side doors are properly closed.

●Do not pull the inside handle of the door while driving.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Trunk

The trunk can be opened using the trunk opener or a wireless remote control.

■ Trunk opener

1 Push the switch to release the trunk lid.

■ Wireless remote control

P.18

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Locking the trunk opener feature

		Operative
1

		Inoperative
2

The main switch is in the glove box.

■Trunk light

The trunk light turns on when the trunk is opened.

■Trunk handle

Use the trunk handle when closing the trunk.

■When keeping items in the trunk

Turn off the main switch and lock the glove box and console box.

The trunk lid can be opened using a loop of wire in the console box even with the main switch in the glove box turned off.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■Internal trunk release handle

The trunk lid can be opened by pulling down on the glow-in-the-dark handle located on the inside of trunk lid.

The handle will continue to glow for some time after the trunk lid is closed.

CAUTION

■Caution while driving

Keep the trunk lid closed.

This not only keeps personal belongings from being thrown out, but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

■When children are in the vehicle

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle as they may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk, which could cause the child to overheat or suffocate resulting in death or serious injury.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Front seats

Adjust the seat positions using the switches.

1Seat position fore/aft control switch

2Seatback angle control switch

3Seat cushion (front) angle control switch

4Vertical height control switch

5Lumbar support control switch

6Seatback lock release lever

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

■The rear seat contact avoidance function

If you push back the seat backward when the seatback reclined too far backward,

the seat will adjust the seatback angle forward.

If you recline the seatback too far backward when the seat is in the pushed back position, the seat will adjust the seat position forward.

■After first reconnecting the battery

The rear seat contact avoidance function does not work. When you push back the seat or recline the seatback backward, a buzzer sounds to warn that the rear seat may interfere with the seatback movement. The following procedure must be performed.

Move the seat position control switch forward until a beeping sound is emitted.

Move the seatback angle switch forward until a beeping sound is emitted.

CAUTION

■Reclining adjustment

Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion, to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt.

If the seat is too reclined during an accident, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury.

■After adjusting or returning the seatback

Push and pull the seatback to confirm that it is securely locked.

■While the vehicle is moving

Never operate the seatback lock release levers.

1 Beforedriving