2016 LEXUS RC F coolant level

1042. Instrument cluster
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brig htness levels when the tail ligh ts are on and off can be adjusted
individually. However, when the surroundings ar e bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail
lights will not change the instru ment panel brightness. At this time, any adjustments made
to the instrument panel bright ness levels will be applied to both settings at once.
■Dimming the analog speedometer lighting
The analog speedometer lighting will be dimm ed when the ambient light is bright, such
as during the daytime, and SPORT S or SPORT S+ mode is selected.
■Outside temperature display
●In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the
display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a
garage, tunnel, etc.)
●When “ ” or “E” is displayed, the sy stem may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
■Pop-up display
●In some situations, such as when a switch operation is pe rformed, a pop-up display will
be temporarily displayed on the multi-information display.
●Some pop-up displays can be set on/off. ( P. 122)
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic
of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. (P. 1 1 3 )
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator of the tachometer enter the red zone, as it represents the
engine speed range which exceeds the maximum safe engine speed.
●In the following situations, the engine may be overheating. In this case, immediately
stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely.
(  P. 6 0 8 )
• The engine coolant temperature gauge indi cator ( ) is in the red zone and flash-
ing.
• The engine oil temperature gauge indicato r ( ) is in the red zone and flashing.

4757-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at
the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommended that any problem you notice should
be brought to the attention of your Lexu s dealer or qualified service shop for
advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the indicator (if equipped) and connections. ( P. 4 9 7 )
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 4 9 6 )
Engine/intercooler coolantIs the engine/intercooler coolant at the correct level?
( P. 4 9 3 )
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? ( P. 488)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Radiator, condenser and
intercooler radiatorThe radiator, condenser and intercooler radiator
should be free from foreign objects. ( P. 4 9 5 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dIs there sufficient washer fluid? ( P. 5 0 0 )

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Maintenance and care
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct proce-
dure as given in these sections.
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Battery condition
( P. 4 9 7 )•Warm water• Baking soda•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 4 9 6 )• SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/intercooler
coolant level
( P. 4 9 3 )
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality
ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite
and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P. 4 8 8 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses
( P. 5 1 9 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 522)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver•Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Radiator, condenser
and intercooler radi-
ator ( P. 4 9 5 )
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Tire inflation pres-
sure ( P. 5 1 0 )• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d
( P. 500)• Water or washer fluid containi ng antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

4857-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
RC350/RC300
Engine compartment
Fuse boxes (P. 5 1 9 )
Battery ( P. 4 9 7 )
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 4 8 8 )
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 4 9 3 )
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 4 9 0 ) Brake fluid reservoir (
P. 4 9 6 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k ( P. 5 0 0 )
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 4 9 5 )
Radiator ( P. 4 9 5 )1
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4867-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
RC200t
Fuse boxes ( P. 5 1 9 )
Battery ( P. 4 9 7 )
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 4 8 8 )
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 4 9 0 )
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 4 9 3 )
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 4 9 6 ) Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k (
P. 5 0 0 )
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 4 9 5 )
Intercooler radiator ( P. 4 9 3 )
Radiator ( P. 4 9 5 )
Intercooler coolant reservoir (P. 4 9 5 )1
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4877-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
RC F
Fuse boxes (P. 5 1 9 )
Battery ( P. 4 9 7 )
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 4 8 8 )
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 4 9 3 )
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 4 9 0 ) Brake fluid reservoir (
P. 4 9 6 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k ( P. 5 0 0 )
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 4 9 5 )
Radiator ( P. 4 9 5 )1
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4937-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Engine coolant reservoir
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Coolant
RC350/RC300RC200t
RC F
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the “LOW” line, add coolant up to the “FULL” line.
(  P. 6 0 8 )
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4947-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Intercooler coolant reservoir (RC200t only)
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on the res-
ervoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line
If the level is on or below the “L” line,
add coolant up to the “F” line.
( P. 6 0 8 )
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixt ure of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixt ure of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Lexus dealer.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine and intercooler coolant reservoir caps, drain
cock and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus dealer test the cap and check for leaks in the
cooling system.
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