2017 LEXUS RC200T differential

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4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle .....................236
Cargo and luggage ...................245
Trailer towing ...............................246
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch ........... 247
Automatic transmission...........253
Turn signal lever .........................260
Parking brake ............................... 261
ASC (Active Sound
Control) (RC200t)................ 262
ASC (Active Sound
Control) (RC F) .......................263
4-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ......................... 264
Automatic High Beam ............. 267
Fog light switch .............................271
Windshield wipers and
washer.......................................... 273
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap....... 281
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Stop & Start system
(Smart Stop) ............................. 285
Cruise control ............................. 294
Dynamic radar cruise
control..........................................298
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert) ......... 314
Lexus parking
assist-sensor..............................320
Lexus parking assist
monitor ....................................... 330
Driving mode select
switch ...........................................345
Driving assist systems...............349
PCS (Pre-Crash
Safety system)...........................356
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .....364
• BSM function .........................370
• RCTA function ...................... 374
Active rear wing ......................... 379
TVD (Torque Vectoring
Differential)................................382
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips .................... 384
4Driving

1152. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
●TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) control mode indicators (RC F)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does
not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turn ed off. The light will flash quickly when the
system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate
in the following situations:
• When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode while the BSM main switch is turned on.• When the BSM main switch is turned on while the engine switch is in IGNITION
ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off, there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*5: When the outside temperature is approximately 3°C (37°F) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*6: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*7: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*8:RC F
(if equipped)
“STANDARD” indicator
( P. 382)(if equipped)
“SLALOM” indicator
( P. 382)
(if equipped)
“TRACK” indicator ( P. 382)

1392. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
◆Display content
Selecting a menu icon displays a
variety of vehicle data or allows vehi-
cle settings to be customized.
■Menu icons
Displays the following information when an icon is selected.
Drive information ( P. 141)
Select to display various drive data.
“F” content (P. 143)
Select to display the lap timer, G-force, torque distribution (vehicles with TVD [Torque Vectoring Differential]) and othe r useful functions for sporty driving.
Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)
Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.
• Route guidance • Compass display (north-up display/heading-up display)
Audio system-linked display
Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the meter using themeter control switches.
Multi-information display (RC F)

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RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle.....................236
Cargo and luggage ...................245
Trailer towing ............................... 246
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch ........... 247
Automatic transmission...........253
Turn signal lever .........................260
Parking brake ............................... 261
ASC (Active Sound Control)
(RC200t)................................... 262
ASC (Active Sound Control)
(RC F) .......................................... 263
4-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ......................... 264
Automatic High Beam ............. 267
Fog light switch .............................271
Windshield wipers and
washer ......................................... 273
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap....... 281
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Stop & Start system
(Smart Stop)..............................285
Cruise control ............................. 294
Dynamic radar cruise
control .........................................298
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert) ......... 314
Lexus parking
assist-sensor..............................320
Lexus parking assist
monitor........................................330
Driving mode select
switch ........................................... 345
Driving assist systems .............. 349
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system) ........................................ 356
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 364
• BSM function ......................... 370
• RCTA function...................... 374
Active rear wing ......................... 379
TVD (Torque Vectoring
Differential)................................382
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips .....................384

3504-5. Using the driving support systems
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
◆Adaptive Variable Suspension System (if equipped)
By independently controlling the damp ing force of the shock absorbers for
each of the 4 wheels according to the road and driving conditions, this system
helps riding comfort with superior stee ring stability, and helps good vehicle
posture ( P. 346)
◆VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, brake assist, TRC, VSC, hill-start
assist control and EPS systems
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes, engine output
◆PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped)
 P. 356
◆Emergency brake signal
When the brakes are applie d suddenly, the stop lights automatically flash to
alert the vehicle behind
◆BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
 P. 364
◆TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) (if equipped)
 P. 382
The slip indicator light will flash while
the TRC/VSC systems are operating.
When the TRC/VSC systems are operating

3824-5. Using the driving support systems
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
With the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode, pressing the TVD switch
changes the TVD control mode.
The current TVD control mode will be
displayed on the meters.
STANDARD mode
This is the default mode and pro-
vides an optimum balance of driving
agility and stability.
SLALOM mode
This mode emphasizes enhanced
steering response.
TRACK mode
This mode emphasizes stability for
high speed sporty driving.
The multi-information display shows the distribution of driving force between the
right and left rear wheels. ( P. 139)
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)
: If equipped
The TVD system distributes driving fo rce (torque) between the right and left
rear wheels automatically. This system contributes to enhanced steering
response while cornering and increased traction when exiting a corner, pro-
viding an agile driving experience.
Changing TVD control modes
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TVD control status on the multi-information display

3834-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
■Automatic cancelation of the selected TVD control mode
SLALOM and TRACK mode are canceled when the engine switch is turned off. When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the TVD system will be in STAN- DARD mode.
■Automatic disabling of the TVD system
If a malfunction is detected in the TVD sy stem, a warning message will be displayed on the multi-information display ( P. 607) and the TVD system will be disabled automati-
cally. If the system is disabled, driving force will not be distributed by the TVD but through normal differential operation.
■To protect the system
The TVD fluid temperature may become excessively high when driving for a long time under extremely high load conditions. In th is case, a warning message will be displayed on the multi-information display. ( P. 607)
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the system
The driver is solely responsible for safe driv ing. Do not overly rely on the TVD system. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings.

5207-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
◆Rear
RC200t
RC F (vehicles with LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
Jack point
Jack point