2017 LEXUS RC F service

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Interior features6
6-1. Using the air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system ..........................................434
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators .........................445
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list......................... 448• Interior lights ..........................449
• Personal lights ...................... 450
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features.............. 451• Glove box ...............................452
• Console box ...........................452
• Cup holders............................453
Trunk features..............................454 6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............455 • Sun visors ................................455
• Vanity mirrors .......................455
• Clock ........................................ 456
• Power outlet........................... 456
• Armrest .................................... 457
•Trunk storage extension .................................458
• Assist grips.............................. 459
• Coat hooks ............................. 459
Garage door opener ...............460
Compass .......................................468
LEXUS Enform Safety Connect ...................................... 472
LEXUS Enform Remote ......... 477
LEXUS Enform Service Connect ...................................... 478

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“SOS” button
LED light indicators
Microphone
LEXUS Enform Safety Connect∗∗
: If equipped
Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global
Positioning System (GPS) data and embe dded cellular technology to provide
safety and security features to subscribers. Safety Connect is supported by
Lexus’ designated response center, wh ich operates 24 hours per day, 7 days
per week.
Safety Connect service is available by su bscription on select, telematics hard-
ware-equipped vehicles.
By using the Safety Connect service, you are agreeing to be bound by the
Telematics Subscription Service Agre ement and its Terms and Conditions, as
in effect and amended from time to time, a current copy of which is available
at Lexus.com. All use of the Safety Co nnect service is subject to such then-
applicable Terms and Conditions.
System components
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Interior features
Subscribers have the following Safety Connect services available:
●Automatic Collision Notification*
Helps drivers receive necessary response from emergency service providers.
(→P. 474)
*: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2
●Stolen Vehicle Location
Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft. ( →P. 475)
●Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)
Connects drivers to resp onse-center support. (→P. 475)
●Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Provides drivers various on-road assistance. ( →P. 475)
After you have signed the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and are
enrolled, you can begi n receiving services.
A variety of subscription terms is ava ilable for purchase. Contact your Lexus
dealer, call 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255- 3987) or push the “SOS” button in
your vehicle for furthe r subscription details.
■Safety Connect Services Information
●Phone calls using the vehicles Bluetooth® technology will not be possible during Safety
Connect.
●Safety Connect is available beginning Fall 2009 on select Lexus models. Contact with
the Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the telematics device being in
operative condition, cellular connection availability, and GP S satellite signal reception,
which can limit the ability to reach the response center or receive emergency service
support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscr iption Service Agreement required. A vari-
ety of subscription terms is available; charges vary by subscription term selected.
●Automatic Collision Notification, Emergenc y Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Location
will function in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, and in Canada, and
Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United States (except Hawaii) and in
Canada. No Safety Connect services will function outside of the United States in coun-
tries other than Canada.
●Safety Connect services are not subject to section 255 of the Telecommunications Act
and the device is not TTY compatible.
■Languages
The Safety Connect response ce nter will offer support in multiple languages. The Safety
Connect system will offer voice prompts in En glish and Spanish. Please indicate your lan-
guage of choice when enrolling.
■When contacting the response center
You may be unable to contact the resp onse center if the network is busy.
Services
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When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the red indicator
light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off. Afterward, the green indicator light
comes on, indicating that the service is active.
The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage conditions:
●Green indicator light on = Active service
●Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process
●Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction (contact
your Lexus dealer)
●No indicator light (off) = Safety Connect service not active
■Automatic Collision Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the system is
designed to automatically call the re sponse center. The responding agent
receives the vehicle’s location and attempts to speak with the vehicl\
e occu-
pants to assess the level of emergency. If the occupants are unable to commu-
nicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emergency, contacts the
nearest emergency services provider to describe the situation, and requests
that assistance be sent to the location.
Safety Connect LED light Indicators
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■Stolen Vehicle Location
If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect can work with local authorities to
assist them in locating and recovering the vehicle. After filing a police report,
call the Safety Connect response ce nter at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-
3987) and follow the prompts for Safety Connect to initiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforcemen t with recovery of a stolen vehicle,
Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle locatio n data may, under certain circum-
stances, be shared with third parties to locate your vehicle. Further informa-
tion is available at Lexus.com.
■Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)
In the event of an emergency on the ro ad, push the “SOS” button to reach the
Safety Connect response center. Th e answering agent will determine your
vehicle’s location, assess the emergency, and dispatch the necessary assis-
tance required.
If you accidentally press the “SOS” button, tell the response-center agent that you
are not experiencing an emergency.
■Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds GP S data to the already included war-
ranty-based Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” button to reach a Safety Connect response-
center agent, who can help with a wide range of needs, such as: towing, flat
tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a descript ion of the Roadside Assistance services
and their limitations, please see the Safety Connect Terms and Conditions,
which are available at Lexus.com.

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After you sign the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement, download the
Lexus Enform Remote app from your ce llular phone's app store, and register
within the app (or enroll and complete registration at the dealer), you can begin
using these services. ( →P. 472)
A variety of subscription terms are availa ble. Contact your Lexus dealer, or call 1-
800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) fo r further subscription details.
■Availability of service
Lexus Enform Remote is available in the contiguous United States, Washington D.C. and
Alaska.
■Lexus Enform Remo te Information
●Lexus Enform Remote should only be used by authorized users.
●Laws in some communities may require that th e vehicle be within view of the user when
operating Lexus Enform Remote.
In some states, use of Lexus Enform Remo te may violate state or local laws. Before
using Lexus Enform Remote, chec k your state and local laws.
●Any malfunction of the Lexus should be repaired by your Lexus dealer.
●Lexus Enform Remote is designed to work at temperatures above -22 °F (-30 °C). This
specification is related to the Lexus Enform Remote operation, but is dependent on the
vehicle's operating temperature range which may be different.
●Content is subject to change without notice.
●Some features of the Lexus Enform Remote may not be available on some models.
●Additional information can be found at www.lexus.com/enform/.
●Availability of functions of the Lexus Enform service is dependent on network reception
level.
■Safety information for Lexus Enform Remote
Refer to the safety information for Safety Connect: →P. 476
LEXUS Enform Remote∗
∗
: If equipped
Lexus Enform Remote is a cellular phone application that lets you view and
remotely control certain aspects of your vehicle.
For details about the functions and serv ices of this application, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/
.
Function of the Lexus Enform Remote is achieved by using an embedded cel-
lular device in the vehicle (DCM: Data Communication Module).
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■Availability of service
Lexus Enform Service Connect is available in the contiguous United States, Washington
D.C., Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada.
■Lexus Enform Service Connect Information
Availability of functions of the Lexus Enform Service Connect is dependent on network
reception level.
■Safety information for Le xus Enform Service Connect
Refer to the safety information for Safety Connect: →P. 476
LEXUS Enform Service Connect∗
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: If equipped
Lexus Enform Service Connect uses embedded telematics hardware to col-
lect and transmit vehicle data that allows Lexus to provide:
●Vehicle Health Report (VHR)
(Safety Recalls, Service Campaigns, Current Vehicle Alerts, Required
Maintenance, and Vehicle Condition Status)
●Maintenance Notifications
●Vehicle Alert Notifications
For details about this service and how to register, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/
.
The Lexus Enform Service Connect is achieved by using a Data Communica-
tion Module (DCM) built in the vehicle.

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7-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ............... 480
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior..................485
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ........................... 488
General maintenance............... 491
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .................................... 494
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions................................ 495
Hood ............................................... 497
Positioning a floor jack ............498
Engine compartment ................ 501
Tires ...................................................517
Tire inflation pressure................ 531
Wheels ........................................... 534
Air conditioning filter ............... 536
Electronic key battery ..............538
Checking and replacing fuses ..............................................540
Light bulbs..................................... 543