2017 LEXUS RC300H torque

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RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
4-6. Driving tips
◆Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accelerator
pedal depression amount can be generate d more smoothly than it is in normal
conditions. In addition, the operation of the air conditioning system (heating/
cooling) will be minimized, improving the fuel economy. ( P. 301)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the needle of Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( P. 119)
◆Shift lever operation
Shift the shift lever to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving in heavy traf-
fic etc. Shift the shift lever to P when parking. When using the N, there is no
positive effect on fuel consumption. In the N, the gasoline engine operates but
electricity cannot be generated. Also, when using the air conditioning system,
etc., the hybrid battery (traction battery) power is consumed.
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
●Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration.
Gradual acceleration and deceleration will make more effective use of the
electric motor (traction motor) without having to use gasoline engine
power.
●Avoid repeated acceleration. Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor fuel consumption. Battery
power can be restored by driving with the accelerator pedal slightly
released.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following points:

5027-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.
Remove all the wheel nuts and the
tire.
When resting the tire on the ground,
place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheelsurface.
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WARNING
■Replacing a flat tire
●Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after thevehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas wi th hands, feet or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
●Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the tireto fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or
grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts. • Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m,76 ft•lbf) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel or nament, as it may fly off the wheel while the vehicle is moving.• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically designed for
that wheel. • If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holesof the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualif ied and equipped professional.

5037-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Remove any dirt or foreign matter
from the wheel contact surface.
If foreign matter is on the wheel contact
surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, causingthe tire to come off.
Install the tire and loosely tighten
each wheel nut by hand by approxi-
mately the same amount.
Turn the wheel nuts until the washers come into contact with the disc wheel.
Lower the vehicle.
Firmly tighten each wheel nut two or
three times in the order shown in the
illustration.
Tightening torque: 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Stow the jack and all tools.
Installing the tire
1
Disc wheel
Washer
2
3
4
5

5989-1. Specifications
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Engine
Model2AR-FSE
Type4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke90.0  98.0 mm (3.54  3.86 in.)
Displacement2494 cm3 (152.2 cu. in.)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel type
EU area: Unleaded gasoline conforming to European standard
EN228 only Except EU area: Unleaded gasoline only
Research Octane Number95 or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)66 L (17.4 gal., 14.5 Imp. gal.)
Electric motor (t raction motor)
TypePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output105 kW
Maximum torque300 N•m (30.6 kgf•m, 221.3 ft•lbf)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
TypeNickel-Metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity32 modules
Overall voltage230.4 V

6049-1. Specifications
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
17-inch tires
18-inch tires
19-inch tires
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)
Tire size235/45R18 94Y
Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)
Front wheel kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Rear wheelkPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
240 (2.4, 35)240 (2.4, 35)
Wheel size18  8J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire size235/40R19 96Y XL, 265/35R19 94Y
Tire inflation pressure (Recommended coldtire inflation pressure)
Front wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
Rear wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
240 (2.4, 35)250 (2.5, 36)
Wheel size19  8J (235/40R19), 19  9J (265/35R19)
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)