2021 LEXUS RCF transmission

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Automatic transmission..............132
Turn signal lever............................. 136
Parking brake ................................. 137
ASC (Active Sound Control) .. 137
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ............................ 138
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............................................................ 140
Windshield wipers and washer ............................................................ 143
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap......... 150
4-5. Using the driving support systems Lexus Safety System + ................ 153
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 157
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................... 164
Dynamic radar cruise control ... 171
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 179
Intuitive parking assist ................. 187
Driving mode select switch....... 192
Launch control ............................... 194
Active rear wing ............................ 195
TVD (Torque Vect oring Differen-
tial) .................................................... 198
Driving assist systems .................. 199
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ....................... 204
5-1. Remote Touch/Display Remote Touch ............................... 208
Center Display ............................... 2105-2. Using the air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system............................................................ 213
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators..................... 221
5-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............................ 223
5-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ............... 225
Trunk features ................................ 227
5-5. Using the other interior features Other interior features .............. 228
Garage door opener ................... 231
Compass ......................................... 236
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior................................... 240
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior .................................... 245
6-2. Matte paint care guide (if equipped)
Basic knowledge about matte clear coat ................................................. 248
Washing your vehicle ................ 252
Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................... 254
6-3. Maintenance Maintenance re quirements .....257
General maintenance................ 258
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) programs .............. 261
6-4. Do-

it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ........................................................... 262
5Interior features
6Maintenance and care

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cated computers that will record cer-
tain data, such as:
• Engine speed / Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
•Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the driving assist systems
• Images from the cameras
Your vehicle is equipped with cameras.
Contact your Lexus dealer for the location
of recording cameras.
The recorded data varies according to
the vehicle grade level and options
with which it is equipped.
These computers do not record con-
versations or sounds, and only record
images outside of the vehicle in certain
situations.
 Data Transmission
Your vehicle may transmit the data
recorded in these computers to Lexus
without notification to you.
Data usage
Lexus may use the data recorded in this
computer to diagnose malfunctions, con-
duct research and development, and
improve quality.
Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to
a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehi-
cle is leased
• In response to an of ficial request by the
police, a court of law or a government
agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle
owner
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Recorded image information can be
erased by your Lexus dealer.
The image recording function can be dis-
abled. However, if the function is disabled,
data from when the pre-collision system
operates will not be available.
To learn more abou t the vehicle data
collected, used and shared by
Lexus, please visit
www.lexus.com/privacyvts/
.
If your Lexus has Lexus Enform and if
you have subscribed to those services,
please refer to the Lexus Enform
Telematics Subscription Service
Agreement for information on data
collected and its usage.
To learn more about the vehicle data
collected, used and shared by Lexus,
please visit
www.lexus.com/privacyvts/
.
This vehicle is equipped with an event
data recorder (EDR). The main pur-
pose of an EDR is to record, in certain
crash or near crash-like situations, such
as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in
understanding how a vehicle’s systems
performed. The EDR is designed to
record data related to vehicle dynam-
ics and safety systems for a short
Usage of data collected through
Lexus Enform (U.S. mainland on-
ly)
Event data recorder

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Driving
Driving
.4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ...................... 118
Cargo and luggage ................... 124
Vehicle load limits ...................... 126
Trailer towing ............................... 127
Dinghy towing ............................. 127
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ........... 128
Automatic transmission........... 132
Turn signal lever.......................... 136
Parking brake .............................. 137
ASC (Active Sound Control) ......................................................... 137
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ......................... 138
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ......................................................... 140
Windshield wipers and washer ......................................................... 143
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap...... 150
4-5. Using the driving support sys- tems
Lexus Safety System + ............. 153
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......................................................... 157
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ...................... 164
Dynamic radar cruise control .......................................................... 171
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 179Intuitive parking assist ..............
187
Driving mode select switch ... 192
Launch control ............................ 194
Active rear wing ......................... 195
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differen- tial)................................................. 198
Driving assist systems............... 199
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .................... 204

1204-1. Before driving
WARNING
●During normal driving, do not turn off
the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of
steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be
lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull
over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emer-
gency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way:
P.294
●Use engine braking (downshift) to
maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may
cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. (
P.132)
●Do not adjust the positions of the
steering wheel, the seat, or the inside
or outside rear view mirrors while driv-
ing.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
●Always check that all passengers’
arms, heads or other parts of their
body are not outside the vehicle.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed
limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140
km/h) unless your vehicle has
high-speed capability tires. Driving
over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in
tire failure, loss of control and possible
injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your
vehicle are high-speed capability tires
or not before driving at such speeds.
■When driving on slippery road sur-
faces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and
steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehi-
cle.
●Sudden acceleration, engine braking
due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid.
●After driving through a puddle, lightly
depress the brake pedal to make sure
that the brakes are functioning prop-
erly. Wet brake pads may prevent the
brakes from functioning properly. If the
brakes on only one side are wet and
not functioning properly, steering con-
trol may be affected.
■When shifting the shift lever
●Do not let the vehicle roll backward
while the shift lever is in a driving posi-
tion, or roll forward while the shift lever
is in R.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall
or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident
or damage to the vehicle.
●Do not shift the shift lever to P while
the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission
and may result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol.
●Do not shift the shift lever to a driving
position while the vehicle is moving
backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission
and may result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol.
●Do not shift the shift lever to R while
the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission
and may result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol.
●Moving the shift lever to N while the
vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine
braking is not available when N is
selected.

1324-2. Driving procedures
*1: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, shift the shift lever to D for normal
driving.
*2: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-ing in M mode.
■To protect the automatic transmission
If the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is high, “Transmission Fluid Temp High
See Owner’s Manual” will be displayed on
the multi-information display and the vehi-
cle will go into transmission protection
mode automatically. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■When driving with dynamic radar cruise
control activated
Even when performing the following
actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not occur
because dynamic radar cruise control will
not be canceled.
●While driving in the D position, down-
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not stop the engine when the shift
lever is in a position other than P. If the
engine is stopped in another shift lever
position, the engine switch will not be
turned off but instead be turned to
ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is left
in ACCESSORY mode, battery dis-
charge may occur.
Automatic transmission
Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.
Shift position purpose and func-
tions
Shift posi-
tionObjective or function
PParking the vehicle/starting the engine
RReversing
N
Neutral
(Condition in which the
power is not transmitted)
DNormal driving*1
MM mode driving*2 (  P.135)

1354-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
tion other than D
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.)
To enter M mode, shift the shift lever to
M. Gears can then be selected by
operating the shift lever or paddle shift
switches, allowing you to drive in the
gear of your choosing.
1 Upshifting
2 Downshifting
The gear changes once every time the shift
lever or paddle shift switch is operated.
The selected gear, from M1 to M8, will be
fixed and displayed on the meter.
When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situation:
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When vehicle speed drops (down-
shift only).
 When a gear change is necessary to
protect the engine or automatic
transmission when the engine cool-
ant temperature or automatic trans-
mission fluid temperature is low, or
other reasons.
In the following situations, the gear will
not shift even if the shift lever or paddle
shift switches are operated.
 “Slippery Road. Cannot Shift to
Lower Gear” is displayed on the
multi-information display.
 The vehicle speed is low (upshift
only).
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is
operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
Selecting gears in the M position

1934-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
2Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through moderate throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When not in Eco drive mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the left, the
Eco drive mode indicator will come on.
3Sport mode
•SPORT S mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. Also,
gear shift timing is co ntrolled to suit sporty
driving, making this mode is suitable for
when agile driving response is desired,
such as when driving on roads with many
curves.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT S” indicator will come on.
•SPORT S+ mode
Provides earlier down shift timing than
SPORT S mode in order to maintain a high
engine speed and provides faster gear
changes. This mode also changes the
steering feel, suspension control and
VDIM control, making it suitable for pow-
erful sporty driving. When in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT S+” indicator will come on.
■Operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cool-
ing operations and fan speed of the air con-
ditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency
(  P.213). To improve air conditioning per-
formance, adjust the fan speed or turn off
Eco drive mode.
■Automatic deactivation of sport mode
and custom mode
If the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in sport mode or custom mode, the
drive mode will be changed to normal
mode.
■Driving mode pop-up display (vehicles
with a 10.3-inch display)
When the driving mode is changed, the
selected driving mode will be temporarily
displayed on the side display. ( P.210)
FunctionSetting
Powertrain
Normal
Power
Eco
ChassisNormal
Sport
Air conditioning sys-
temNormal
Eco

1944-5. Using the driving support systems
■Operating launch control
1 Stop the vehicle.
2 Firmly and fully depress the brake
pedal with your left foot.
Continue depressing the brake pedal.
3Shift the shift lever to D.
4 Select SPORT S+ mode.
5 Press the switch.
The “EXPERT” indicator will come on
together with the “TRAC OFF” and VSC
OFF indicators.
6Press the “LAUNCH” switch.
The “LAUNCH” indicator will illuminate.
7Firmly and fully depress the accel-
erator pedal.
The control standby state will be entered
and the engine speed will be automatically
maintained between 1500-2000 rpm.
If the “LAUNCH” indicator turns off,
release the accelerato r pedal and perform
this procedure again from 6.
8 Within 3 seconds of depressing the
accelerator pedal, release the
brake pedal to start off.
The “LAUNCH” indicator will turn off 3
seconds after the accelerator pedal is
depressed.
If the brake pedal is no t released before the
“LAUNCH” indicator turns off, release the
accelerator pedal and perform this proce-
dure again from 6 .
After starting off, when the accelerator
pedal is released, laun ch control will stop
operating.
■Canceling launch control
Perform any of the following:
 Shift the shift lever to any position
other than D.
 Operate the drive mode switch to
select any mode other than SPORT
S+ mode.
 Press the switch.
 Press the “LAUNCH” switch.
■Operation condition
When all of the following conditions are
met, launch control can be enabled:
●The engine and transmission are suffi-
ciently warmed up.
●The engine, transmission, driving support
systems, etc. are not malfunctioning.
■Launch control will not operate prop-
erly when
In the following situations, launch control
may not operate properly:
●When the brake pedal is not firmly
depressed and the rear wheels slip.
Launch control
By controlling the engine torque,
this function restrains tire slippage,
providing optimal acceleration
when starting off. (Do not use this
function on public roads.)
Operating instruction