2026 Lexus RZ Owner's Manual
Year:
2026
Make:
Lexus
Model:
RZ
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
4
For your information
10
For your information
10
Information contained in this Owner’s Manual
10
Reading this manual
10
Precautions for safe driving
11
Statement on Warranty Coverage for Aftermarket and Recycled Parts (For U.S. Owners)
12
General precaution regarding children's safety
12
Perchlorate Material
13
Pictorial index
14
Exterior
14
Instrument panel
16
Switches
18
Interior
21
Ceiling
22
1 Before driving
23
1-1. Using the dedicated floor mats
24
Using the dedicated floor mats correctly
24
Securing the floor mats
24
1-2. Important points for the EV system
26
Electric vehicle system features
26
System components
26
Charging
27
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
29
Electric Vehicle system precautions
30
System components
30
Emergency shut off system
34
Warning message
34
Battery Electric Vehicle driving tips
35
Shift position operation
35
Using Eco drive mode/Range mode
35
Delays
35
When braking
36
Highway (or freeways) driving
36
Air conditioning
36
Checking tire inflation pressure
36
Luggage
36
Driving range
37
Displayed value
37
Tips for extending the driving range
37
Display when charging is completed
37
1-3. Charging with the EV system
39
Charging equipment
39
Charging equipment and names
39
Opening/closing the charging port lid
40
Charging indicator
42
Locking and unlocking the AC charging connector
43
Locking and unlocking the AC charging connector
43
Charging methods
46
Types of charging methods
46
Charging-linked functions
46
Charging tips
49
Systematically charging
49
Checking information related to charging
49
Things to know before charging
51
Confirm the following before charging
52
How to use AC charging
55
Charging precautions
55
When charging
55
After charging
59
How to use DC charging
62
Confirm the following before charging
62
When charging
62
After charging
66
Using the charging schedule function
69
Settings of the charging schedule function
69
Registering the charging schedule
70
Setting operations on multi-information display
72
Setting operations on center display
72
Using Battery Preconditioning
78
What can be done with battery preconditioning settings.
78
Switching Battery preconditioning ON-OFF
78
Switching Battery preconditioning with navigation ON-OFF
79
Setting Scheduled battery preconditioning
79
Using the My Room Mode
82
Starting My Room Mode
82
Plug & Charge system
84
Plug & Charge system
84
How to use Plug & Charge system
85
Confirm the following before Plug & Charge
85
Start charging using Plug & Charge
85
1-4. Vehicle load limits
87
Vehicle load limits
87
Vehicle load limit terminology and definitions
87
1-5. For safe driving with children on board
88
Riding with children
88
Preventing the rear doors from being opened from the inside of the vehicle (child-protector lock)
88
Child restraint systems
89
Table of contents
89
Points to remember
89
Child restraint system
90
When using a child restraint system
91
Child restraint system fixed with a seat belt
93
Child restraint system fixed with a child restraint LATCH anchor
98
Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap)
101
1-6. Entering/exiting the vehicle
104
Key types
104
Smart access system with push-button start
108
Digital Key
113
Digital key usage conditions
113
Digital key precautions
113
Opening/closing the doors
115
Opening the doors
116
Locking/unlocking the doors
118
Using the smart access system with push-button start
118
Operations using the wireless remote control
119
Using the door lock switches
120
Close & lock (walk away) function
121
Immobilizer system
122
Operating the system
122
Alarm
123
Setting/deactivating/stopping the alarm system
123
Pre-alarm
125
Trailer towing (vehicles without towing package)
126
Dinghy towing
127
Opening and closing the windows
128
Functions which aid in safe opening and closing of the windows
128
Operations using the power window switches
129
Operations using the wireless remote control
129
Prevent accidental operation of the windows
130
1-7. Loading luggage
131
Loading the vehicle with luggage
131
Precautions for loading luggage into the luggage compartment
131
Calculating cargo capacity
132
Calculation formula for your vehicle
133
Back door functions and operation
133
Rear seat seatbacks
151
1-8. Obtaining the correct driving posture
154
Adjusting the seats
154
Adjusting the front seats
154
Adjusting the rear seats
155
Adjusting the head restraints
155
Using the seat belts
158
Fastening and releasing the seat belts
160
Adjusting the height of the front seat belts
161
Adjusting the position of the steering wheel and mirrors
162
Adjusting the position of the steering wheel horizontally/vertically
162
Adjusting the position of the inside rear view mirror
162
Digital Rear-view mirror effort and caution
163
System components of the Digital Rear-view Mirror
163
Changing modes of the Digital Rear-view Mirror
164
Adjusting the Digital Rear-view Mirror
165
Cleaning the Digital Rear-view Mirror
167
If you notice any symptoms about the Digital Rear-view Mirror
169
Adjusting the angle of the outside rear view mirrors
171
2 Driving the vehicle
175
2-1. Starting and stopping the EV system
176
Starting the EV system
176
Starting the EV system
176
Changing the power switch mode
178
Stopping the EV system
180
Stopping the EV system
180
2-2. Driving procedures
181
Driving procedure
181
Breaking in your new Lexus
184
Intended use of each shift position
185
Changing the shift position
187
Shift position display and how to change the shift position
187
Keeping the shift position in N without activating the automatic P position selection function
191
Interactive Manual Drive(RZ550e)
192
Enabling M mode
192
Operating gear changes in M mode
192
Starting off
195
Starting off on a steep uphill
195
Informing the driver of the vehicle’s dynamic conditions through sounds
196
ASC (Active Sound Control)
196
Operations when turning left or right or changing lanes
197
Operating instructions
197
Changing the regenerative braking power
198
Selecting regenerative braking power
198
2-3. Parking the vehicle
199
When parking the vehicle
199
Precautions for when the vehicle is stopped or parked
199
Stopping
200
Parking the vehicle
201
Parking brake operation
201
Garage door opener and its performance
205
3 Driving according to the conditions
215
3-1. Driving when the surrounding area is dark
216
Using the headlights
216
Turning the headlights on/off
216
Turning on the high beam headlights
218
Operation of the automatic headlight leveling system
218
Automatically changing between the low beam headlights and high beam headlights
219
AHS (Adaptive High-beam System)
219
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
223
3-2. Driving when the surrounding area is bright
227
Using the sun visors
227
Inside rear view mirror anti-glare function (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror)
228
Digital Rearview Mirror anti-glare function (optical mirror mode)
229
3-3. Driving in the rain
230
Precautions for driving in the rain
230
Ensuring visibility in the rain
231
Using the front wipers
231
Using the front washers
232
Using the rear camera washer
234
3-4. Driving when the windows or mirrors are fogged up
235
Defog the windshield
235
Defog the rear window
236
Defog the outside rear view mirrors
237
3-5. Driving when it is cold
238
Preparing for cold weather
238
Necessary inspection items
238
Mounting winter tires
238
When using tire chains
238
Cold weather driving tips
241
Things to check before driving in cold weather
241
Precautions for driving in cold weather
241
Precautions for parking in cold weather
241
Warming the windshield to allow frozen wipers to be moved
242
3-6. Driving in low visibility conditions
243
Sounding the horn
243
3-7. Utility vehicle precautions
244
Utility vehicle precautions
244
Utility vehicle feature
244
Off-road driving
245
3-8. Changing the driving characteristics
247
Driving modes
247
Characteristics of each driving mode
247
Changing the driving mode
249
3-9. Brake hold system
250
Brake hold system
250
Turns the brake hold system on
250
4 Interior features
253
4-1. Favorite settings
254
My Settings
254
Types of assigned authentication devices
254
Recalled functions
254
4-2. Adjusting the preferred driving position
256
Enabling easier driver entry and exit (Power easy access system)
256
Driving position registration/recall/deletion
257
Registering a driving position into memory (position memory function)
257
Recalling a driving position (position memory function)
258
Registering/canceling/recall a driving position to an electronic key (memory recall function) (driver’s side only)
259
4-3. Adjusting the temperature/environment inside the vehicle
261
Comfortable condition to be maintained without adjusting each system (Lexus Climate Concierge)
261
Lexus Climate Concierge
261
Automatically controllable functions
261
Air conditioning controls
263
Option screen switch
265
Air outlet layout and operations
270
Heated steering wheel
272
Turn the steering heater ON/OFF
272
Seat heaters/Radiant heaters
273
Turn the front seat heaters/radiant heaters ON/OFF
274
Turns the rear seat heaters on/off
275
Seat ventilators
276
Turn the seat ventilators (front) ON/OFF
276
Using the panoramic fixed moon roof with one-touch frosted glass control
277
Changing the moon roof between opaque and transparent
278
Using the roof shades
278
4-4. Illuminating the interior
282
Using the interior lights
282
Location of the interior lights
282
Interior lights
283
Personal lights
284
4-5. Using the interior features
286
Location of the storage features
286
Locations of the bottle holders
287
Location of the card holders
288
Using the auxiliary box
288
Using the open tray
288
Use the cup holders
289
Using the console box
290
Convenient interior features
291
Function and operation of the USB charging port
291
Function and operation of the power outlet (12 VDC)
293
Function and operation of the wireless charger
294
Using the armrest
302
Assist grip functions and operation
303
Locations of coat hooks
303
Using the vanity mirrors
304
Panoramic fixed moon roof
304
Power outlets (120 VAC 1500 W)
305
Precautions for using the power outlets while parked
305
Names of parts
305
Using the power outlets (1500 W)
306
Stopping the use of the power outlets (1500 W)
306
Connecting a device
306
4-6. Using the luggage compartment
312
Using the cargo hooks
312
Using the cargo net hooks
313
Using the grocery bag hooks
314
Deck board
315
Opening the deck board
315
Storing items in the deck under tray
315
Stowing the luggage cover
317
5 Vehicle status information and indicators
319
5-1. Functions and displays of the meter
320
Warning lights and indicators
320
List of warning lights
320
List of indicators
323
Gauges and meters
328
Power meter
332
Shift guide meter(RZ550e)
333
Changing the distance driven display/resetting the distance driven
334
5-2. Functions of the displays
335
Multi-information display (vehicles without a head-up display)
335
Display area
335
Items displayed in the content display area
335
Multi-information display (vehicles with a head-up display)
337
Display area
337
Items displayed in the content display area
337
Head-up display
339
Displayed content
341
Operating the meters/displays
341
Display of drive information
343
Driving support system information display
347
Audio system-linked display
347
Navigation system-linked display
347
Pop-up display information
348
Items displayed when the power switch is turned off
349
5-3. Changing the settings of the displays
350
Changing the instrument panel light brightness
350
Changing settings for the head-up display
351
Changing settings with the steering wheel switches
351
Changing settings on the center display
351
6 Driving support system
353
6-1. Features of the safe driving support functions
354
Driving assist systems
354
Summary of the driving assist systems
354
3 software update
360
3 Owner's Manual
360
3 version
360
Updating the software
361
3
362
Driving assist systems
363
3
364
Driver monitor
373
Driver monitor
373
6-2. Using the safe driving support functions
376
Pre-Collision System
376
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
376
Lane Tracing Assist
390
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
390
Lane Change Assist
395
LCA (Lane Change Assist)
395
Lane Departure Alert
399
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
399
Proactive driving assist
406
PDA (Proactive Driving Assist)
406
Front Cross Traffic Alert
412
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert)
412
Road Sign Assist
415
RSA (Road Sign Assist)
415
Dynamic radar cruise control
418
Dynamic radar cruise control
418
Cruise Control
432
Cruise control
432
Emergency Driving Stop System
438
Emergency Driving Stop System
438
Traffic Jam Assist
442
Traffic Jam Assist
442
Blind Spot Monitor
448
System components
448
Turning the Blind Spot Monitor on/off
450
Blind Spot Monitor operation
450
Safe Exit Assist
454
System components
454
Turning the safe exit assist system ON/OFF
456
Safe exit assist operation
456
Intuitive parking assist
460
System components
460
Turning the intuitive parking assist function ON/OFF
461
Sensor detection display, object distance
466
Intuitive parking assist buzzer
467
Intuitive parking assist object warning function (vehicles with Advanced Park)
468
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
471
System components
471
Turning the RCTA function on/off
472
RCTA function
472
RCD (Rear camera detection)
478
System component
479
RCD display
479
Turning the RCD function on/off
479
When a pedestrian is detected
480
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
484
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system
484
Enabling/Disabling the PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
485
Display and buzzer for EV system output restriction control and brake control
485
System overview
487
Parking Support Brake function (static objects front and rear of the vehicle/static objects around the vehicle)
488
Parking Support Brake function (moving vehicles rear of the vehicle)
494
Parking Support Brake function (pedestrians rear of the vehicle)
496
Lexus Teammate Advanced Park
499
Function description of the Lexus Teammate Advanced Park
499
Functions
499
Types of cameras and sensors used for the Advanced Park
507
Turning the Advanced Park system on/off
511
Advanced Park guidance screens
511
Perpendicular parking (forward/reverse) function
514
Advanced Park perpendicular exiting (forward/reverse) function
516
Advanced Park parallel parking function
518
Advanced Park parallel exiting function
522
Advanced Park memory function
524
Remote control function
530
Advanced Park cancelation/suspension
537
Changing the Advanced Park settings
539
Changing the dedicated app settings
541
Advanced Park displayed messages
541
EV system output restriction when the accelerator pedal and brake pedal are depressed at the same time
543
Purpose of the brake override system
543
Sudden start restraint control
544
Sudden start restraint control (Drive-Start Control [DSC])
544
6-3. Reducing impact to the occupants in a collision
545
Reducing impact to passengers in a collision
545
Seat belt pretensioners (front and outboard rear seats)
545
SRS airbags
545
Front passenger occupant classification system
555
System components
555
Front passenger occupant classification system conditions and operation
557
7 Wireless communication
559
7-1. Connected Services
560
Safety Connect
560
System components
560
Services
560
Subscription
561
Safety Connect LED light Indicators
562
Safety Connect services
562
Safety information for Safety Connect
563
8 Maintenance and care
565
8-1. Exterior maintenance and care
566
Washing the vehicle
566
Using an automatic car wash
567
Using a high pressure washer to wash the vehicle
568
Cleaning the wheels and wheel ornaments (vehicles without matte painted wheels)
568
Cleaning the wheels and wheel ornaments (vehicles with matte painted wheels)
569
Cleaning the bumpers
570
Cleaning and protecting the plated portions
571
Cleaning the exterior lights
571
Cleaning the windshield
571
Waxing the vehicle
572
Cleaning aluminum parts
572
8-2. Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
573
Cleaning the vehicle interior
573
Cleaning the synthetic leather areas
575
8-3. Maintenance
576
Maintenance requirements
576
Scheduled maintenance outline
577
Do-it-yourself maintenance
578
General maintenance
579
Motor compartment maintenance items list
580
Vehicle interior maintenance items list
581
Vehicle exterior maintenance items list
582
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
583
When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
583
Situations your vehicle may not pass the I/M test
583
When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after several driving trips
583
When your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
583
8-4. Inspection of consumables
584
Do-it-yourself service precautions
584
Maintenance
585
Opening the hood
587
Motor compartment
589
Motor compartment components
589
Checking the heater coolant
589
Checking the radiator
590
Checking the power control unit coolant
591
Checking and adding the brake fluid
592
Checking the 12-volt battery
593
Adding washer fluid
597
Air conditioning filter maintenance
598
Replacing the air conditioning filter
599
8-5. Tire maintenance
602
Tire maintenance
602
Tire inspection items
603
Operation of the tire pressure warning system
606
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
608
Registration of the position of each wheel
609
Setting the tire pressure
610
Registering ID codes
613
Selecting wheel set
615
Checking tire inflation pressure
617
Checking the specified tire inflation pressure
618
Tire inflation pressure inspection and adjustment procedure
618
Lifting the vehicle with a floor jack
620
Front jack point position
620
Rear jack point position
620
Rotating the tires
621
Wheels
622
Wheel selection
622
Aluminum wheel precautions
623
Replacing the tire
624
Preparation for lifting the vehicle with a jack
624
Storage position of the tools and jack
625
Taking out the jack
626
Removing a tire
626
Installing the tire
630
Headlight aim
634
Vertical movement adjusting bolts
634
Checking the headlight aim
634
Adjusting the headlight aim
634
9 When trouble arises
635
9-1. What to do if a problem occurs while driving
637
What to do if a problem occurs while driving
637
Using the emergency flashers to warn other drivers
637
Stopping the vehicle in an emergency
637
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising
638
Operation of emergency shut off system
639
9-2. If a warning is indicated on the meter
640
If a warning light turns on/flashes
640
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
640
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
640
Charging system warning light (warning buzzer)
641
Traction battery charge warning light (warning buzzer)
641
EV system malfunction indicator lamp
641
SRS warning light
641
ABS warning light (warning buzzer)
642
Inappropriate pedal operation warning light (warning buzzer)
643
Power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
643
Power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
644
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)
644
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)
645
Tire pressure warning light (warning buzzer)
645
PCS warning light (warning buzzer)
648
LTA indicator (warning buzzer)
648
LDA indicator (warning buzzer)
648
PDA indicator (warning buzzer)
649
Dynamic radar cruise control indicator (warning buzzer)
649
Cruise control indicator (warning buzzer)
649
Driving assist information indicator
649
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
650
Slip indicator
650
Parking brake indicator
651
Brake hold operated indicator (warning buzzer)
651
If a warning message is displayed
652
A message that indicates the need for visiting your Lexus dealer
652
If a message that indicates the need for the rotary shifter operation is displayed
652
Traction Battery Temperature Very High Stop in a Safe Place Now and Exit the Vehicle
653
EV System Stopped Steering Power Low
653
Auto Power OFF to Conserve Battery
653
Shift is in N Release Accelerator Before Shifting
653
Press brake when vehicle is stopped EV system may overheat
653
12-Volt Battery Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual
654
EV system overheated Output power reduced
654
Tire Set Switching Incomplete Try Tire Set Registration Again See Owner's Manual
654
Maintenance Required For Traction Battery At Your Dealer
654
Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer
654
AWD System Overheated Switching to 2WD Mode
655
AWD System Overheated 2WD Mode Engaged
655
AWD System Malfunction 2WD Mode Engaged Visit Your Dealer
655
Access System with Elec.Key malfunction See owner's manual
655
Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual
655
A New Key has been Registered Contact Your Dealer for Details
656
Parking Brake Temporarily Unavailable
656
EPB Activation Stopped Incompletely
656
Parking Brake Unavailable
656
Brake Hold Malfunction Press Brake to Deactivate Visit Your Dealer
656
Charging Stopped Due to Pulled Charging Connector
656
Charging Complete Limited Charge Due to Battery Temp
657
Charging Stopped Check Charging Source
658
Charging Stopped High Energy Use See Owner's Manual
659
Charging System Malfunction See Owner's Manual
659
Charging Stopped Time Limit Reached
659
Charging Stopped Check Charging Source or Vehicle
659
The Traction Battery Temp is low System put priority on charging to preserve battery condition (Alaska and Canada only)
660
Plug & Charge System Failure See Owner's Manual
660
Shift System Malfunction Shifting Unavailable Drive to a Safe Place and Stop
660
Shift System Malfunction Driving Unavailable
660
Shift System Malfunction Apply Parking Brake Securely When Parking See Owner's Manual
660
P Switch Malfunction Apply Parking Brake Securely When Parking See Owner's Manual
661
Shift System Unavailable Apply Parking Brake Securely When Parking See Owner's Manual
661
Shift System Malfunction See Owner's Manual
661
Shift System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual
661
Key Battery Low Replace Key Battery
661
Maintenance Required
661
System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer
662
System Stopped See Owner's Manual
663
System Stopped Front Camera Low Visibility See Owner's Manual
664
System Stopped Front Camera Out of Temperature Range Wait until Normal Temperature
665
System Stopped Front Radar Sensor Blocked Clean Radar Sensor
665
System Stopped Front Radar Sensor Out of Temperature Range Wait until Normal Temperature
666
System Stopped Front Radar In Self Calibration See Owner's Manual
666
Driver Monitor Out of Temperature Range Wait until Normal Temperature
666
Driver Monitor Unavailable See Owner's Manual
667
Unavailable Activation Condition not Satisfied See Owner's Manual
667
Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner's Manual
667
Parking Assist Unavailable Low Visibility See Owner's Manual
667
Parking Assist Unavailable Sensor Blocked
667
EV system malfunction
668
Accelerator System Malfunction
668
Plug-in Charging System Malfunction
668
Traction battery system malfunction
668
Battery Low
668
Regenerative braking limited. Press brake to decelerate.
669
9-3. If the EV system will not start
670
When the EV system cannot be started even though the correct starting procedure is being followed
670
Starting the EV system in an emergency
670
Starting the EV system when the electronic key is not operating normally
671
When the interior lights or headlights are dim and the EV system cannot be started
673
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged
673
When removing the 12-volt battery terminals
676
When the interior lights or headlights do not illuminate and the EV system cannot be started
679
When the horn sounds at a low volume and the EV system cannot be started
680
When the horn does not sound and the EV system cannot be started
681
9-4. If a tire is flat
682
Repairing a tire with the emergency tire puncture repair kit
682
Preparing to use the emergency tire puncture repair kit
682
Storage position of the emergency tire puncture repair kit and tool
683
Emergency tire puncture repair kit details/name of each part
683
Taking out the emergency tire puncture repair kit
685
Repairing a flat tire
686
9-5. If a door cannot be opened or locked
694
If a key has been lost
694
When the doors/windows cannot be operated using an electronic key
695
Replace the electronic key battery
695
Using the mechanical key
698
Restarting the EV system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
700
If a door cannot be opened using the door opener switch
703
Operating a manual release handle
703
If the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside
706
If the back door cannot be opened
707
9-6. If the EV system cannot be used normally
708
If the charging port lid cannot be opened
708
When charging cannot be carried out
709
When charging cannot be carried out
709
When charging cannot be performed normally
711
DC charging does not start
711
When DC charging is interrupted
712
EV system does not start after DC charging
712
If the charging connector cannot be disconnected from the charging inlet
714
If the charging connector cannot be unlocked
714
If the charging schedule function does not operate normally
716
Charging does not start at desired time
716
Cannot change the charging schedule from the smartphone application
716
Charging starts, even though charging schedule is registered
716
When Plug & Charge system cannot be used normally
718
When DC charging cannot be performed normally
718
When Plug & Charge cannot be set normally
718
9-7. If an indicator on an interior feature illuminates or flashes
719
When the wireless charger operation indicator light (on the charging tray) flashes
719
When the wireless charger indicator light continuously flashes once per second (orange / green)
719
When the wireless charger indicator light continuously flashes 3 times quickly (orange)
719
When the wireless charger indicator light continuously flashes 4 times quickly (orange)
720
9-8. If the power outlets (1500 W) cannot be used properly
721
When the power outlets (AC 120 V 1500 W) cannot be used normally
721
When the power outlets cannot be used normally
721
9-9. If the vehicle cannot move
722
When a EV system warning message is displayed and the vehicle does not move
722
If the transmission makes abnormal sounds
723
Towing with a tow truck
724
Towing a front-wheel drive vehicle with a tow truck
724
Towing an all-wheel drive vehicle with a tow truck
725
Using a flatbed truck
727
Towing with another vehicle
728
Emergency towing
728
Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle
728
Emergency towing procedure
728
Getting unstuck from mud, sand, or snow
731
9-10. If you think something is wrong
732
If a vehicle abnormality is found
732
If abnormal sounds are emitted from the vehicle
733
If the vehicle behaves abnormally
734
9-11. Items to check before contacting a dealership
735
If the windows do not open or close by operating the power window switches
735
Initializing the jam protection function/catch protection function
735
The power switch is turned off automatically
736
If your vehicle overheats
737
The high coolant temperature warning light comes on or EV System overheated Output power reduced is displayed on the multi-information display
737
If electrical components cannot be used or do not operate when a switch is operated
740
If a light does not illuminate
741
Checking and replacing fuses
741
Light bulbs
743
10 Vehicle specifications
745
10-1. Specifications
746
Maintenance data
746
Dimensions and weight
746
Seating capacity
746
Vehicle identification
746
Front electric motor (traction motor)
747
Rear electric motor (traction motor) (AWD models)
747
Traction battery
748
Cooling system
749
Heater system
750
Electrical system (12-volt battery)
751
Front eAxle
751
Rear eAxle (AWD models)
751
Brakes
752
Steering
752
Tires and wheels
752
Tire information
755
Typical tire symbols
755
Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
756
Tire size
756
Tire section names
757
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
757
Glossary of tire terminology
758
10-2. Customizable features
765
User customization function outline
765
Method to change settings
766
Changing using the center display
766
Customizable features
767
Gauges, meters and multi-information display
767
Head-up Display
767
Steering wheel switches (vehicles with a head-up display)
768
Door lock
768
Power back door
770
Smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control
770
Smart access system with push-button start
771
Rear seat reminder function
772
Wireless remote control
772
Driving position memory
772
Outside rear view mirrors
773
Power windows
773
ASC (Active Sound Control)
773
Automatic light control system
774
Lights
774
Adaptive High-beam System
774
Pre-Collision System
775
Front Cross Traffic Alert
775
Lane Departure Alert system (LDA)
776
Lane Change Assist
776
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
776
Proactive Driving Assist
777
Road Sign Assist
777
Driver break suggestion
778
Traffic Jam Assist
778
Driver monitor
779
Intuitive parking assist
779
Parking assist volume
779
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
780
Safe Exit Assist
780
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function
781
RCD (Rear Camera Detection)
781
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
781
Lexus Teammate Advanced Park
781
Driving mode select switch
783
Automatic air conditioning system
783
Illumination
784
Charging system
785
Power switch
786
10-3. Initialization
787
Items to initialize
787
10-4. Free/open source software
788
Free/open source software information
788
Digital key
788
Gauges and meters
788
Safety Connect
788
Water pump
788
11 For owners
789
11-1. For owners
790
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
790
Reporting safety defects for Canadian owners
791
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
792
Utilisation des ceintures de sécurité
792
Traitement des ceintures de sécurité
792
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
793
Coussins gonflables SRS
793
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
799
Boulons de réglage du mouvement vertical
799
Vérification du réglage des phares
799
Réglage du faisceau des phares
799
Supplement
801
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
801
Cyber Attack Risk
801
Vehicle data recording
801
Event data recorder
804
Precautions for scrapping your Lexus
805
QR code
805
Caution symbols attached to the high voltage components
805
Index
806
Certifications
818
Smart access system with push-button start
818
Digital Key
819
Tire pressure warning system
821
Intuitive parking assist
823
Immobilizer system
823
Blind Spot Monitor
824
Safety Connect
826
Wireless charger
828
Garage door opener
830
Millimeter wave radar sensor
831
2026 Lexus RZ Overview
Owner's Manual
The Owner's Manual for the 2026 Lexus RZ is an indispensable resource for drivers, providing detailed guidance on the vehicle's features, functionalities, and maintenance. It serves as a comprehensive handbook to help owners understand their car better, from ignition to daily driving. This manual includes essential information about operating systems, troubleshooting tips, and recommended maintenance schedules. Understanding your Lexus RZ through its Owner's Manual enhances the driving experience, ensuring that you maximize the vehicle's capabilities while maintaining optimal performance and safety. This document empowers you with the knowledge to address common issues independently and maintain your vehicle in pristine condition.
Introduction
The 2026 Lexus RZ marks a significant leap into the future of luxury electric vehicles. Designed with a refined aesthetic and advanced technology, this SUV embodies the perfect blend of sophistication and sustainability. The RZ not only meets the modern demand for electric mobility but does so with an emphasis on exhilarating driving dynamics. With innovative design cues and a suite of intelligent features, the RZ is set to redefine your expectations of what a luxury vehicle can be. Lexus continues its tradition of excellence, offering unparalleled comfort, performance, and environmental responsibility.
Powertrains
The 2026 Lexus RZ offers a powerful dual-motor AWD powertrain that delivers exceptional performance without compromising efficiency. With a rapid acceleration rate and smooth, quiet operation, this electric vehicle showcases a battery range designed for both urban commuting and longer road trips. Employing the latest innovations in electric vehicle technology, the powertrains are engineered to provide not only substantial horsepower but also precise handling, ensuring that every drive resonates with both strength and grace.
Trims
The 2026 Lexus RZ is available in multiple trims, each catering to different preferences and needs. From the well-equipped base model to the top-tier trim, each variant offers a unique balance of luxury, technology, and performance. Standard features may include premium upholstery, advanced safety systems, and cutting-edge infotainment technology. Higher trims further enhance the experience with luxurious upgrades, enhanced audio systems, and exclusive design elements, allowing drivers to choose a configuration that perfectly aligns with their lifestyle.
Features
The 2026 Lexus RZ comes packed with innovative features designed to enhance comfort, safety, and convenience. Standard offerings include a state-of-the-art infotainment system with a large touchscreen interface, smartphone connectivity, and an intuitive navigation system. In terms of safety, the RZ is equipped with an array of driver-assistance technologies that promote peace of mind on the road. Additionally, the vehicle’s spacious and ergonomically designed interior ensures that every journey is enjoyable, making the RZ an ideal choice for both individuals and families seeking a sumptuous ride.
User manual download
The Lexus RZ owner manual for the 2026 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2026 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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