2017 LEXUS RC200T brake

6528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a buzzer sounds and the engine switchwill turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart entry & start system is deactivated in customization setting, theengine switch will turn to ACCESSORY
mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi-
information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Starting the engine
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6538-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measur e, it is recommended that the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted. ( P. 563)
■Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system. If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set, the alarm may be triggered.
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above. The engine does not start an d modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed.
( P. 248)
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in the
customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on. (Customizable features P. 685)
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (P. 177)
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or moon roof
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window or moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the me chanical key. It is possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the power window or moon roof.
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6648-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear wheels to help pro-
vide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and rele ase the parking brake. Then, while exer-
cising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
RC200t
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press ( ) to turn off TRC.
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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112.4 lbf)
while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf, 67.4 lbf)
RC200t (17-inch tires)
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1RC200t104 mm (4.1 in.) Min.
RC F112 mm (4.4 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 6.0 mm (0.04 — 0.24 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel*27 - 10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703, FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704, FMVSS No.116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Tires and wheels
Tire size225/50R17 94W
Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)
Vehicle speedFront wheel kPa (kgf/cm2 orbar, psi)
Rear wheelkPa (kgf/cm2 orbar, psi)
More than 190 km/h
(118 mph)270 (2.7, 39)270 (2.7, 39)
190 km/h (118 mph) or less240 (2.4, 35)240 (2.4, 35)
Wheel size17  7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)

6969-2. Customization
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
■Vehicle customization
●When the speed-detecting automatic door lock and shift-linked automatic door lock are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, both side the doors will be
locked. • If the vehicle is started with both side doors locked, the speed-detecting automaticdoor lock will not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the speed-detecting automatic door lock will operate.
●When the smart entry & start system is off, the entry unlock function cannot be custom-ized.
●When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the timer activated auto-
matic door lock function activates, signals will be generated in accordance with the operational signal (Emergency flashers) function setting.
●Some settings can be changed using a switch or the audio system screen. If a setting is
changed using a switch, the changed setting will not be reflected on the audio system screen until the engine switch is turn ed off and then to IGNITION ON mode.
■When customizing using the Remote Touch or Lexus Display Audio controller
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also, to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the features.
WARNING
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. Thismay lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing fea-
tures.

701What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 247)
●Is the shift lever in P? (P. 250)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (P. 175)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 250)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 652)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 654)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( P. 258)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (P. 250)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped

702What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 227)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( P. 250)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 593)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 261)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 591, 597)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside the vehicle
during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( P. 103)
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
• Unlock the doors or open the trunk using the entry function or wireless
remote control.
• Start the engine.
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th e horn sounds (if equipped)

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 478
Air conditioning filter......................... 561
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 478
Blower customization .................... 485
S-FLOW mode................................. 480
AAC disc ...................................................417
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ....... 349
Warning light ....................................... 592
Active rear wing .................................... 379
Active Sound Control
(ASC) ..........................................262, 263
Adaptive Variable
Suspension System .......................... 350
Air conditioning filter ........................... 561
Air conditioning system ..................... 478
Air conditioning filter......................... 561
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 478
Blower customization .................... 485
S-FLOW mode................................. 480
Airbag manual on-off system ............. 60
Airbags ........................................................ 49
Airbag manual on-off system......... 60
Airbag operating conditions .......... 55
Airbag precautions for
your child ................................................ 51
Correct driving posture..................... 42
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................................. 55
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 53
General airbag precautions ............. 51
Locations of airbags ............................49
Modification and disposal of
airbags.................................................... 54
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................................. 55
Side airbag precautions...................... 51
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ....................... 55
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions ............................................ 51
SRS airbags ..............................................49
SRS warning light ................................591
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