2018 LEXUS RCF engine

526 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The engine coolant temperature gauge (  P. 91, 96) is in the red zone or a
loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not
increase.) ●
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual” is
shown on the multi-information display. ●
Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.If your vehicle overheats The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures 1
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5277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises After the engine has cooled down suff iciently, inspect th e hoses and radiator
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Lexus dealer. 3
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RC350/RC300 AWD 
RC300
RC F

528 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the full (“FULL” or “F”) and low
(“LOW” or “L”) lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir cap
“FULL” or “F”
“LOW” or “L” 4
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Engine (RC350/RC300 AWD) 
Engine (RC300)
Engine (RC F) 
Intercooler (RC300)

5297-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises Add coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emerge ncy if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditio ning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or
hoses. The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately an d contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer. 5 
Engine (RC350/RC300 AWD) 
Engine (RC300)
Engine (RC F) 
Intercooler (RC300)
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530 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)WARNING ■
When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.●
If steam is seen coming from under the h ood, do not open the hood until the steam
has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot. ●
Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the fans and
belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be caught, resulting in seri-
ous injury. ●
RC350/RC300 AWD: While the engine
and radiator are hot, do not loosen or remove
the coolant reservoir cap or coolant inlet cap.
(The coolant inlet cap is located under the
engine cover.)
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out. ●
RC300: While the engine and radiators are
hot, do not loosen or remove the coolant res-
ervoir cap, coolant inlet cap, or intercooler
coolant reservoir cap.
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.
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RC F: While the engine and radiator are hot,
do not loosen or remove the coolant reser-
voir cap.
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.

5317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises NOTICE ■
When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cool ed down sufficiently. Adding cool coolant
to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine. ■
To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions: ●
Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreig n matter (such as sand or dust etc.).●
Do not use any coolant additive.

532 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Stop the engine. Set the parking br ake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other materi al 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 
RC350/RC300
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 TRAC. 1
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5378-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
This is the primary identification number fo r your Lexus. It is used in register-
ing the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top
left of the instrument panel and in the
engine compartment.Vehicle identification 
RC350/RC300 AWD 
RC300
RC F