2022 LEXUS RCF transmission

2967-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F Owner's Manual
The following may indicate a problem
with your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing
service before towing.
The engine is running but the vehi-
cle does not move.
 The vehicle makes an abnormal
sound.
From the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels. When using a flat-bed truck to trans-
port the vehicle, use tire strapping
belts. Refer to the owner's manual of
the flat-bed truck for the tire strapping
method.
In order to suppress vehicle movement
during transportation, set the parking
brake and turn the engine switch off.
If a tow truck is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using cables or chains
secured to the emergency towing eye-
lets. This should only be attempted on
hard surfaced roads for at most 50
miles (80 km) at under 18 mph (30
km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering and
brakes must be in good condition.
Situations when it is necessary to
contact dealers before towing
Towing with a wheel-lift type
truck
NOTICE
■Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to pre-
vent body damage.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing

3017-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Low engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Malfunction indicator lamp
■SRS warning light
■ABS warning light
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The electronic engine control system;
 The electronic throttle control system; or
 The electronic automatic transmission control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The SRS airbag system;
 The front passenger occupant classification system; or
 The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

3117-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is displayed
●If the following messages are shown, fol-
lowing the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.336)
• “Transmission Fluid Temp High” ( P.132)
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display, it
may indicate a malf unction. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion”
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfunction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a
hard, flat surface.
 Set the parking brake.
 Shift the shift lever to P.
 Stop the engine.
 Turn on the emergency flashers.
( P.292)
 Check the degree of the tire dam-
age.
A tire should only be repaired with the
emergency tire puncture repair kit if
the damage is caused by a nail or
NOTICE
■“High Power Consumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
If you have a flat tire (vehi-
cles with an emergency tire
puncture repair kit)
Your vehicle is not equipped with a
spare tire, but instead is equipped
with an emergency tire puncture
repair kit.
A puncture caused by a nail or
screw passing through the tire
tread can be repaired temporarily
with the emergency tire puncture
repair kit.
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue drivin g with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat
tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair. Driving with a flat tire may
cause a circumferential groove on the
side wall. In such a case, the tire may
explode when using the emergency tire
puncture repair kit, resulting in death or
serious injury.
Before repairing the vehicle

3387-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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1Stop the engine. Set the parking
brake and shift the shift lever to P.
2 Remove the mud, snow or sand
from around the rear wheels.
3 Place wood, stones or some other
material under the rear wheels to
help provide traction.
4 Restart the engine.
5 Shift the shift lever to D or R and
release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress
the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press the switch to turn off TRAC.
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following proce-
dures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehi-
cle
If you choose to push the vehicle back
and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking
other vehicles, obje cts or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free. Use
extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to un expected rapid accel-
eration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission
and other components
●Avoid spinning the rear wheels and
depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after
these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.

3438-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Spark plug
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Ignition system (spark plug)
MakeDENSO FK20HBR-J8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system (battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):
12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the abov e type may cause abnormal noise or vibra-
tion, or damage the transm ission of your vehicle.

394Alphabetical Index
RC F Owner's Manual
Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter ...............................280
Automatic air conditioning system .......211
Micro dust and pollen filter..................... 215
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................199 ABS warning light ...................................... 301
Active rear wing.............................................195
Adaptive Variable Suspension System 199
Air conditioning filter .................................280
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ...............................280
Automatic air conditioning system .......211
Micro dust and pollen filter..................... 215
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child .........32
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-tions .................................................................. 30
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........32
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 36
General airbag precautions ....................32
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 30
Side airbag precautions .............................32
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ...................................................... 30
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions ...................................................................32
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ....................................... 301
Alarm ................................................................... 58 Warning buzzer........................................ 300
Anchor brackets ...................................... 43, 51
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start)........................................ 98
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................199 ABS warning light ...................................... 301 Approach warning........................................ 176
Armrest............................................................ 226
Assist grips ......................................................227
Audio system-linked display ........................81
Automatic air conditioning system ......... 211
Automatic headlight leveling system ....139
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light............................................. 304
Automatic High Beam ............................... 140
Automatic light control system............... 138
Automatic transmission ..............................132 M mode ........................................................... 135
Paddle shift switches ....................... 134, 135
Average fuel economy................................. 75
Average vehicle speed ................................ 75
B
Back-up light Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Battery Battery checking ........................................269
Charging system warning light.......... 300
If the battery is discharged .................... 332
Preparing and checking before winter..........................................................................203
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)......................... 179
Brake Brake system warning light ................. 300
Fluid................................................................... 344
Parking brake ................................................137
Brake assist ......................................................199
Break-in tips...................................................... 119
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 73
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................... 179
C
Card key ............................................................ 88
Care Exterior......................................238, 247, 251
Interior ............................................................. 243

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Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 203
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 66
Engine immobilizer system .........................57
Engine oil Capacity ...........................................................341
Checking ....................................................... 265
Low engine oil pressure warning light.......................................................................... 301
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................................................... 203
Engine switch ..................................................128 Auto power off function ............................ 131
Changing the engine switch modes. 130
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 292
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................199 Electric power steer ing system warning
light ................................................................ 302
Event data recorder (EDR) ........................... 8
F
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 225
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system ............. 273
Vehicles with a spare tire ........................ 321
Vehicles without a spare tire .................. 311
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission .......................... 343
Brake....................................................268, 344
Washer ........................................................... 270
Footwell light ................................................... 221
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 36
Front seats Adjustment..................................................... 103
Cleaning......................................................... 243
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving position memory........................ 105
Memory recall function ........................... 106
Power easy access system .................... 105 Seat heaters ....................................................219
Seat position memory .............................. 105
Seat ventilators ..............................................219
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 138
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Turn signal lever .......................................... 136
Fuel Capacity ...........................................................341
Fuel gauge........................................................ 66
Fuel pump shut off system.....................299
Information .................................................... 347
Low fuel level warning light ................. 304
Refueling.......................................................... 150
Type ....................................................................341
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 75
Current fuel consumption ........................ 75
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
..........................................................................329
Refueling.......................................................... 150
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 66
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 299
Fuses ................................................................. 283
G
Garage door opener ................................. 229
Gauges ............................................................... 66
Gear Position ....................................................76
G-force................................................................79
Glove box ....................................................... 224
Glove box light ............................................. 224
H
Headlight aim ................................................ 285
Headlights Automatic High Beam system ............. 140
Light switch .................................................... 138
Replacing light bulbs................................ 287

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Radar sensor...................................... 153, 180
Rain-sensing windshield wipers.......... 148
Service reminder message ..................... 255
Shift lever Automatic transmission ............................ 132
Side airbags ...................................................... 28
Side marker lights Light switch .................................................... 138
Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Side mirrors Adjustment....................................................... 110
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..................... 179
Folding ................................................................. 111
Linked mirror function when reversing111
Mirror position memory.......................... 105
RCTA function .............................................. 179
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Turn signal lever ...........................................136
Side windows ................................................... 112
Slip indicator .................................................. 303
Smart access system with push-button start Antenna location........................................... 98
Entry functions................................................ 92
Starting the engine ......................................128
Snow tires ....................................................... 203
Spare tire...........................................................321 Storage location ......................................... 322
Spark plug ...................................................... 343
Specifications ................................................ 340
Speed indicator ............................................... 70
Speed meter Speed indicator ............................................. 70
Speedometer ................................................... 66
Steering lock Column lock release..................................128
Steering lock system warning message...........................................................................128
Steering wheel Adjustment..................................................... 108
Heated steering wheel.............................. 219 Meter control switches .............................. 74
Power easy access system .................... 105
Steering wheel position memory........ 105
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Storage features .......................................... 223
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ............... 338
Sun visors ........................................................ 228
Sunshade Roof...................................................................... 115
Switches Activating the Automatic High Beam140
Active rear wing switch ........................... 195
Automatic High Beam system ............. 140
Door lock switches ...................................... 94
Driving mode select switch ....................192
Driving position memory switches .... 105
Emergency flashers switch ................... 292
Engine switch ................................................ 128
Garage door opener switches........... 229
Heated steering wheel switch ...............219
Ignition switch ............................................... 128
Instrument panel light control switches............................................................................. 73
Intuitive parking assist switch ................ 186
“LAUNCH” switch .................................... 193
Light switches ............................................... 138
Meter control switches .............................. 74
Moon roof switches..................................... 114
“ODO TRIP” switch .................................... 72
Outside rear view mirror switches ...... 110
Paddle shift switches ....................... 134, 135
PCS OFF switch ......................................... 159
Power door lock switch ............................ 94
Power window switches ........................... 112
Rear window and outside rear view mir- ror defoggers switch ............................... 211
Seat heater switches...................................219
Seat ventilator switches ............................219
“SOS” button................................................... 53