2016 LEXUS RC350 fuel type

15Pictorial index
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 137
Locking/unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 137
Opening/closing the side window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 174
Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 600
Warning lights/warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 544, 551
Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 223
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 320
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 425
Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 466
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 2 3 1
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P . 231
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 622
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 501
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 630
Winter tires/tire chain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 3 20
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 501
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 570, 584
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 481
Opening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 481
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 622
Coping with overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 608
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 5 51
Headlights/parking lights/daytime running lights/
turn signal lights /side marker lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 210, 214
Front fog lights
* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 222
1
2
3
4
5
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 522, Watts: P. 635)
*: If equipped
6
7

1854-1. Before driving
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Driving
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■When starting off on an uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate. (P. 2 8 7 )
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows may
become fogged-up, and th e road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, becau se the road surface will be especially slip-
pery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may
be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and
brakes from operating properly.
■Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving. This is due
to automatic up-shifting control or down-shi fting implementation to meet driving condi-
tions. It does not indica te sudden acceleration.
●The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
●When the accelerator pedal is released
●When the brake pedal is depressed while sport mode is selected
■Restraining the engine output (brake override system)
●When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the engine
output may be restrained.
●A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the system is
operating. (P. 5 6 0 )
■Breaking in your new Lexus
To extend the life of the ve hicle, observing the followin g precautions is recommended:
●For the first 186 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 621 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system
needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Lexus dealer perform the bedding down
operation.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehi cle registration laws and confirm the availability of the cor-
rect fuel. ( P. 636)
■Brake pads and discs (RC F)
The brake pads and discs are designed for use under high load conditions. Therefore,
brake noise may be generated depending on the vehicle speed, braking force and vehi-
cle environment (temperature, humidity, etc.).

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Driving
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)4-4. Refueling
●Close both side doors and windows, and turn the engine switch off.
●Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types

P. 6 3 6
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that only accom-
modates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle
WA R N I N G
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refu eling the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before openin g the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal
surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static electricity
before refueling because sparks resulting fr om static electricity can cause fuel vapors
to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on th e fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the
sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel
may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come
close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances th at are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.

6229-1. Specifications
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level
on the dipstick.
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.5 gal. (66.3 L, 14.6 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
With filterWithout filter
RC350 (2WD)6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 Imp. qt.)
RC350 (AWD)/
RC3006.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp. qt.)6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 Imp. qt.)
RC200t4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.)4.5 qt. (4.3 L, 3.8 Imp. qt.)
RC F9.3 qt. (8.8 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 7.0 Imp. qt.)

6389-1. Specifications
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converters
causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system da mage or vehicle performance problems.
●Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the level previ-
ously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is encoun-
tered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

687Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Front turn signal lights ......................... 210Replacing light bulbs ........... 524, 529
Turn signal lever .................................. 210
Wattage ................................................. 635
Fuel ...............................................................231 Capacity ................................................. 622
Fuel gauge ....................................... 92, 98
Fuel pump shut off system.............542
Information ........................................... 636
Refueling...................................................231
Type ..............................................622, 636
Warning light .......................................544
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ........... 108, 115
Current fuel consumption ..... 108, 115
Fuel filler door ..........................................231 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 233
Refueling...................................................231
Fuel gauge ..........................................92, 98
Fuel pump shut off system................. 542
Fuses ........................................................... 519
Garage door opener .......................... 444
Gauges ................................................92, 98
Glove box ................................................ 436
Glove box light ...................................... 436 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........................... 383
HD Radio
® system ................................ 351
Head restraints........................................ 164
Headlight cleaner .................................223
Headlights ................................................. 214 Automatic High Beam system .................................................... 217
Light switch............................................. 214
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 529
Heaters Air conditioning system ................. 420
Heated steering wheel ................... 429
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 424
Seat heaters ..........................................430
Hill-start assist control ........................287
Hood ...........................................................481 Open .........................................................481
Hooks Cargo hooks .......................................438
Coat hooks ........................................... 443
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 30
Horn............................................................. 168
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Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ........................ 239
Radiator .................................................... 495
Radio........................................................... 351
Rear seats ................................................. 158 Fold down the seatback .................. 158
Luggage security system ................ 144
Rear turn signal lights .......................... 210 Replacing light bulbs ........................526
Turn signal lever .................................. 210
Wattage ................................................. 635
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror ..................... 169
Outside rear view mirrors ................ 171 Rear window defogger .......................424
Refueling.................................................... 231
Capacity ................................................. 622
Fuel types............................................... 622
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 233
Opening the fuel tank cap ............ 233
Remote Touch
*
Replacing Electronic key battery ....................... 517
Fuses ..........................................................519
Light bulbs............................................. 522
Tires .......................................................... 570
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................................664
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required ................. 473
Rev indicator ..................................... 94, 101
Rev peak ............................................94, 102
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RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverTrunk openerFuel filler door
P. 481 P. 143 P. 233
Hood lock release leverTire inflation pressure
P. 4 8 1
P. 6 3 0
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 17.5 gal. (66.3 L, 14.6 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
Unleaded gasoline only P. 622, 636
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 6 3 0
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) P. 6 2 2
Engine oil type
P. 622