2017 LEXUS RC200T spare tire location

1793-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
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■When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
●To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 2 m (6 ft.) of the vehicle.
●The smart entry & start system can be deactivated in advance. ( P. 685)
■To operate the system properly
●Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the elec-
tronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condit ion of the electronic key, the key may not
be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prev ention function may not operate.)
●Do not leave the electronic key inside the trunk.
The key confinement prevention function ma y not operate, depending on the location of the key (close to a spare tire [if equipped], the inside edge of the Trunk), conditions(inside a metal bag, close to metallic obje cts) and the radio waves in the surrounding
area. ( P. 172)
■If the smart entry & start system does not operate properly
●Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk: P. 650
●Starting the engine: P. 652
■Customization
Settings (e. g. smart entry & start system) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 685)
■If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized setting
●Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. ( P. 164, 170, 650)
●Starting the engine and changing engine switch modes:P. 652
●Stopping the engine: P. 247

5357-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check the tires
for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the tread.
Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.
New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator
The location of treadwear indica tors is shown by a “TWI” or “” mark, etc., molded
into the sidewall of each tire.
Replace the tires if the treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and
treadwear.
Checking tires
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5958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have it checked by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. The vehicle will
become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. If the steering wheel becomes heavier than us ual when operating, hold firmly and oper- ate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
Vehicles with a spare tire
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressureimmediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust- ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change itwith the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If th e vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressureimmediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust- ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, repair theflat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If th e vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

6208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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RC200t (type A)
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Screwdriver
Towing eyelet
Spare tire
Jack
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6328-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When using the spare tire
●Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with your vehi- cle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steerin g, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe this precau- tion may lead to an accident cau sing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak- ing.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains and the spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the spare tire. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and trans- mitter, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified andequipped professional as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may be dam-
aged if not handled correctly.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC •TRC• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)• PCS (if equipped)
•EPS • Adaptive Variable Suspension System (if equipped)
• LDA (Lane departure alert)
(if equipped) • VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics IntegratedManagement)
• Tire pressure warning system • Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped)• Navigation system (if equipped)

718Alphabetical index
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Service reminder indicators................110
S-FLOW mode .................................... 480
Shift lever.................................................. 253
Automatic transmission .................. 253
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ...................................258
Shift lock system ....................................258
Shift position and gear
position ........................................... 118, 124
Side airbags................................................ 49
Side mirrors............................................. 224
Adjusting and folding....................... 224
BSM (Blind spot monitor)............. 364
Linked mirror function when
reversing ............................................. 225
Mirror position memory...................214
Side turn signal lights...........................260
Replacing light bulbs........................ 577
Turn signal lever .................................260
Side windows.......................................... 227
Slip indicator ........................................... 592
Smart entry & start system ................. 175
Antenna location ................................. 175
Entry functions ........................... 164, 170
Starting the engine............................. 247
SMS (Short message service)...........451
Snow mode ............................................. 254
Snow tires ................................................ 387
Spare tire ...................................................619
Inflation pressure ............................... 679
Storage location................................. 620
Spark plug ............................................... 676
Specifications ......................................... 668
Speech command system ................ 475
Speed indicator ............................. 120, 127
Speedometer .................................. 118, 124
Sport mode ............................................. 345
Steering lock .......................................... 250
Column lock release ....................... 250
Steering wheel....................................... 220
Adjustment ........................................... 220
Audio switches ................................... 396
Auto tilt away ......................................... 221
Heated steering wheel ................... 490
Steering wheel position
memory ................................................ 214