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Windshield wipers ................................................................................................... P.141
Precautions for winter season .. .................................................................................... P.196
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*.................................................P.209
Precautions against car wash ...................................................................................... P.233
Fuel filler door ..........................................................................................................P.148
Refueling method .............................................................................................................. P .148
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity ...... .................................................................................... P.318
Tires.......................................................................................................................... ..P.255
Tire size/inflation pressure ........................................................................................... P.322
Winter tires/tire chain ..................................................................................................... P.1 96
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system.............................................. P.255
Coping with flat tires........................................................................................................ P .294
Hood ..........................................................................................................................P.245
Opening ........................................................................................................................ ....... P.245
Engine oil ..................................................................................................................... .......... P.318
Coping with overheating ...............................................................................................P.309
Warning messages ..........................................................................................................P.290
Headlights ................................................................................................................. P.13 6
Parking lights/daytime running lights............................................................... P.136
Turn signal lights ......................................................................................................P.133
Cornering lights ...................................................................................................... P.136
Side marker lights ................................................................................................... P.136
Tail lights .................................................................................................................... P.136
Stop lights
Back up light
Shifting the shift lever to R ...............................................................................................P.1 29
License plate lights ................................................................................................. P.136
*:If equipped
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.270, Watts: P.326)
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
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Driving
Cargo capacity depends on the total
weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac-
ity) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit —
(1) Locate the statement “The com-
bined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX
lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers from XXX
kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750
(5 150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and lug-
NOTICE
●RC300: Make sure to idle the engine
immediately after high-load driving.
Stop the engine only after the turbo-
charger has cooled down.
Failure to do so may cause damage to
the turbocharger.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged ti re may cause the fol-
lowing situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the
brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehi-
cle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal
sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat
tire ( P.294)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded
after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause
the following serious damage to the vehi-
cle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water
immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded
road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure
to have your Lexus dealer check the fol-
lowing:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil
and fluid used for the engine, transmis-
sion, transfer (AWD models), differen-
tial, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller
shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the function of
all joints, bearings, etc.
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:
Capacity and distribution
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*1:Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with 265/35R19 tires
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identifica-
tion number for your Lexus. It is used in
registering the ownership of your vehi-
cle.
This number is stamped on the top left
of the instrument panel and in the
engine compartment.RC350/RC300 AWD
RC300
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length185.0 in. (4700 mm)
Overall width72.4 in. (1840 mm)
Overall height*154.9 in. (1395 mm)
Wheelbase107.5 in. (2730 mm)
Tread*1
Front62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Rear63.0 in. (1600 mm)
61.8 in. (1570 mm)
*2
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage)700 lb. (320 kg)
Vehicle identification
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■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the
dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”
or equivalent to satisfy the following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good starting
in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at
the next oil change.
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference)17.5 gal. (66.3 L, 14.6 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
With filter
RC350
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)
RC350 AWD/RC300 AWD
6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp. qt.)
RC300
4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.)
Without filter
RC350
5.8 qt. (5.5 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)
RC350 AWD/RC300 AWD
6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 Imp. qt.)
RC300
4.5 qt. (4.3 L, 3.8 Imp. qt.)
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Vehicle specifications
Outside temperature
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here
as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows
cold startability. Oils with a lower
value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold
weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the vis- cosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil
with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if
the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load con- ditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifica-
tion Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is added to some oil
containers to help you select the oil you
should use.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
A
Cooling system
Capacity*
RC350/RC3
00 AWD10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
RC300
Gasoline engine
8.5 qt. (8.0 L, 7.0 Imp. qt.)
Intercooler
3.3 qt. (3.1 L, 2.7 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid orga nic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
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cornering (turning) traction.
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corresponds to
a level of perfor-
mance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Fede ral Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire
assume that it is properly inflated and not
overloaded.
Excessive speed, unde rinflation, or exces-
sive loading, either separately or in combi-
nation, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic trans-
mission, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent
that these items are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil
and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning
and additional weight optional engine
374Alphabetical Index
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Seat belts........................................................ 235
Cargo capacity...............................................123
Cargo hooks ...................................................219
Center Display ............................................. 202
Chains ................................................................ 197
Child restraint system Child seats definition................................... 40
Child seats installation....................... 44, 48
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 36
Installing a CRS to the front passenger seat ....................................................................42
Installing a CRS to the rear seat............ 44
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors . 48
Installing CRS with seat belts.................. 44
Installing CRS with top tether strap.....50
Child safety Airbag precautions.......................................32
Battery precautions ..................... 254, 308
Child restraint system................................. 40
Heated steering wheel or seat heater precautions.................................................. 212
How your child should wear the seat belt 25
Installing child restraints ............................ 40
Moon roof precautions ..............................114
Power window lock switch........................ 111
Removed electronic key battery precau- tions ............................................................... 266
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 40
Trunk precautions ........................................ 89
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ...................................... 232
Exterior ........................................................... 232
Interior ............................................................. 235
Radar sensor..................................................152
Seat belts........................................................ 235
Clock ........................................................ 66, 220
Clock settings ............................................... 220
Coat hooks..................................................... 220
Compass ..........................................................227 Condenser ..................................................... 252
Console box ....................................................218
Consumption screen .................................... 78
Cooling system............................................. 250
Engine overheating.................................. 309
Cornering lights ............................................. 137 Replacing light bulbs ................................270
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control............... 168
Cup holders .....................................................218
Current fuel consumption ...........................72
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features .............................. 339
D
Daytime running light system ...................136
Daytime running lights Replacing light bulbs ................................270
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.................... 209
Rear window ............................................... 209
Windshield ................................................... 209
Differential Front differential oil. .......................... ...........321
Rear differential oil. ......................................321
Dimension ........................................................316
Dinghy towing................................................. 124
Display Center Display ............................................202
Drive information .......................................... 72
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................................................... 163
Multi-information display ............................ 71
Warning messages.....................................291
Distance until next engine oil change .... 70
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 239
Door courtesy lights .....................................215
Door lock Doors ..................................................................86
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 93
Wireless remote control ...........................84
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Checking .......................................................250
Preparing and checking before winter .... 196
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 66
Engine immobilizer system .........................57
Engine oil Capacity .......................................................... 318
Checking ....................................................... 248
Preparing and checking before winter ....196
Warning light ............................................... 283
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 250
Engine oil pressure gauge ...........................74
Engine oil temperature gauge ...................74
Engine switch ..................................................125 Auto power off function ........................... 127
Changing the engine switch modes.. 126
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 274
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................192 Warning light ............................................... 284
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................6
F
First-aid kit storage belt ..............................219
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system .............258
Vehicles with a spare tire ...................... 294
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission .......................... 320
Brake...................................................... 252, 321
Washer ........................................................... 254
Footwell light ...................................................215
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 36
Front position lights Wattage.......................................................... 326
Front seats Adjustment....................................................... 97
Cleaning......................................................... 235
Correct driving posture .............................23 Driving position memory ........................ 100
Head restraints............................................. 103
Memory recall function............................ 102
Power easy access system .................... 100
Seat heaters .................................................... 212
Seat position memory ..............................100
Seat ventilators .............................................. 212
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 136
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ................................270
Turn signal lever .......................................... 133
Wattage ..........................................................326
Fuel Capacity .......................................................... 318
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 66
Fuel pump shut off system...................... 281
Information .................................................... 327
Refueling.......................................................... 148
Type ................................................................... 318
Warning light .............................................. 286
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 72
Current fuel consumption ........................ 72
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ....
303
Refueling.......................................................... 148
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 66
Fuel pump shut off system..........................281
Fuses ..................................................................267
G
Garage door opener ................................. 222
Gauges ............................................................... 66
Gear Position ................................................... 75
G-force................................................................74
Glove box ......................................................... 217
Glove box light ...............................................218