sport mode LEXUS RCF 2021 Owners Manual

642-1. Instrument cluster
Drive mode indicators
 TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)
control mode indicators
*1: These lights turn on when the engine
switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that a system check is
being performed. They will turn off after
the engine is started, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a
system if a light does not come on, or
turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
*3: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illu-
minate in the following situations:
PCS warning light
*1, 2 (
 P.159)
Cruise control indicator
(  P.171)
Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator ( P.171)
Cruise control “SET” indicator
(  P.171)
(white)
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
indicator ( P.166)
(green)
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
indicator ( P.166)
(orange)
(flashes)
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
indicator ( P.166)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) out-
side rear view mirror indica-
tors
*3, 4 (if equipped) ( P.179)
Intuitive parking assist indicator
(if equipped) ( P.187)
(flashes)
Slip indicator*1 ( P.200)
VSC OFF indicator
*1, 2
(  P.200)
TRAC OFF indicator
*1, 2
(  P.200)
Smart access system with
push-button start indicator
*5
(  P.128)
Security indicator
*6 (  P.57,
58)
Low outside temperature indi-
cator
*5, 7 (  P.62)
Eco Driving Indicator Light
*1
(  P.76)
(U.S.A.)
“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator
*1, 6 (  P.36)
(Canada)
“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator
*1, 6 (  P.36)
“EXPERT” indicator ( P.201)
“LAUNCH” indicator ( P.194)
“NORMAL” indicator ( P.192)
Eco drive mode indicator
(  P.192)
“SPORT S” indicator ( P.192)
“SPORT S+” indicator
(  P.192)
“COSTOM” indicator ( P.192)
“STANDARD” indicator (if
equipped) ( P.198)
“SLALOM” indicator (if
equipped) ( P.198)
“TRACK” indicator (if
equipped) ( P.198)

682-1. Instrument cluster
Displays the vehicle acceleration. The more rapidly the vehicle is accelerated, the lower the
number of blue segments displayed, indicating that your driving is less ecofriendly. This
meter is designed as a guid eline to show the eco-friendliness of your driving.
Digital speedometer
Analog speedometer
Shift position/shift range/gear position ( P.132)
Odometer and trip meter display ( P.72)
SPORT S mode
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
These illustrations show the default meter display for SPORT S mode. The meter displays
for SPORT S mode can be changed on the setti ngs display of the multi-information display.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P.73)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (P.310)
Fuel gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indica-
tor ( ) enters the red zone, a buzzer will so und and the indicator will turn red and start
flashing. Also, a warning message will be displayed.
Engine oil temperature gauge
Displays the engine oil temperature. If the engine oil temperature gauge indicator ( )
enters the red zone, the indicator will turn red and start flashing.
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C). Low
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Vehicle status information and indicators
outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or
lower.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Digital speedometer
Analog speedometer
Shift position/shift range/gear position (P.132)
Odometer and trip meter display ( P.72)
SPORT S+ mode
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
These illustrations show the default meter display for SPORT S+ mode. The meter displays
for SPORT S+ mode can be changed on the sett ings display of the multi-information display.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P.73)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (P.310)
Fuel gauge
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C). Low
outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or
lower.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indica-
tor ( ) enters the red zone, a buzzer will so und and the indicator will turn red and start
flashing. Also, a warning message will be displayed.
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Engine oil temperature gauge
Displays the engine oil temperature. If the engine oil temperature gauge indicator ( )
enters the red zone, the indicator will turn red and start flashing.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Digital speedometer
Analog speedometer
Shift position/shift range/gear position (P.132)
Odometer and trip meter display ( P.72)
■Speed indicator
When the vehicle reaches the set
speed, the speed unit display will turn
yellow.
The indicators will be displayed in yellow
(corresponding to a speed set by a user) or
red (fixed at 100 mph [160 km/h])
*.
This setting can be enabled on the
multi-information display.
*: Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.
■Rev indicator (SPORT S
mode/SPORT S+ mode)
When the shift lever is in M, an indica-
tor on the tachometer will be displayed
in 3 steps. When the 3rd level indicator
is displayed, the in dicator will flash and
a buzzer will sound to notify you of
shift-up timing.
The indicator may be displayed when
downshifting, depending on the engine
speed.
These illustrations show the default meter
display for SPORT S mode and SPORT S+
mode. The meter displays for SPORT S
mode and SPORT S+ mode can be
changed on the settings display of the
multi-information display.
SPORT S mode
SPORT S+ mode
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Vehicle status information and indicators
■Rev peak (Normal mode/SPORT
S mode)
The engine speed reaches or exceeds
3600 rpm, an afterimage of the
tachometer will be displayed at the
highest engine speed for approxi-
mately 1 second.
■Meter display and layout
If the drive mode is changed, some of
the meter displays and the gauge lay-
out will be changed. ( P.192)
■The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■Welcome illumination of the analog
speedometer
●When the driver’s door is opened, the
analog speedometer will illuminate. Then,
when the driver’s door is closed, the ana-
log speedometer will illuminate and go
off (pulsate) 3 times.
●In the following situations, the analog
speedometer will not pulsate even
though the driver’s door is opened and
closed:
• Within 60 seconds after the analog
meter pulsation completes
• Within 60 seconds of turning the engine switch off
■Variable red zone
To help protect the engine, the engine
speed is controlled by starting the red zone
of the tachometer at different engine
speeds ranging from 3700 rpm to 7300
rpm depending on the engine coolant tem-
perature. Before driv ing under extremely
high load conditions, make sure to suffi-
ciently warm up the engine.
■Eco driving meter
●The number of blue segments displayed
on the eco driving meter
decreases/increases depending on the
vehicle acceleration. Use this meter as a
guideline when you wish to drive in an
eco-friendly manner that reduces fuel
consumption.
However, on a downward grade where
the vehicle can accelerate without the
accelerator pedal being depressed, the
eco driving meter may not display the
eco-driving state correctly.
●When the shift lever is moved to P, N or
R, the segments will turn gray and the eco
driving meter will not operate.
■Dimming the analog speedometer light-
ing
The analog speedometer lighting will be
dimmed when the ambient light is bright,
such as during the daytime, and SPORT S
or SPORT S+ mode is selected.
■Outside temperature display
●In the following situations, the correct
outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer
than normal to change:
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has
Changing the display

1184-1. Before driving
4-1.Before driving
■Starting the engine
 P.128
■Driving
1 With the brake pedal depressed,
shift the shift lever to D. ( P.132)
2 Release the parking brake.
(P.137)
3 Gradually release the brake pedal
and gently depress the accelerator
pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■Stopping
1 With the shift lever in D, depress the
brake pedal.
2 If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an
extended period of time, shift the shift lever
to P or N. ( P.132)
■Parking the vehicle
1 With the shift lever in D, depress the
brake pedal.
2 Set the parking brake ( P.137),
and shift the shift lever to P
( P.132).
3 Press the engine switch to stop the
engine.
4 Lock the door, making sure that you
have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as
needed.
■Starting off on a steep uphill
1 Make sure that the parking brake is
set and shift the shift lever to D.
2 Gently depress the accelerator
pedal.
3 Release the parking brake.
■When starting off on an uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate.
(  P.200)
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because
visibility will be reduced, the windows
may become fogged-up, and the road
will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain,
because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on
an expressway in the rain, because there
may be a layer of wa ter between the tires
and the road surface, preventing the
steering and brakes from operating prop-
erly.
■Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine
speed may become high while driving. This
is due to automatic up-shifting control or
down-shifting implementation to meet driv-
ing conditions. It does not indicate sudden
acceleration.
●The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill
or downhill
●When the accelerato r pedal is released
●When the brake pedal is depressed while
sport mode is selected
■Restraining the engine output (Brake
Override System)
●When the accelerator and brake pedals
are depressed at the same time, the
engine output may be restrained.
●A warning message is displayed on the
multi-information display while the sys-
tem is operating.
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be
observed to ensure safe driving:
Driving procedure

1334-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
shifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4. (P.134)
●When switching the driving mode to
sport mode while driving in the D posi-
tion. ( P.192)
■Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start
Control)
 P.119
■AI-SHIFT
●The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the
suitable gear accordin g to driver perfor-
mance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates
when the shift lever is in D. (Shifting the
shift lever to the M position cancels the
function.)
While the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, move the shift
lever with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P
and D, make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped.
■Shift lock system
The shift lock system is a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever in
starting.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only
when the engine swit ch is in IGNITION
ON mode and the brake pedal is being
depressed.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
First, check whether the brake pedal is
being depressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your
foot on the brake pedal, there may be a
problem with the shift lock system. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
The following steps may be used as an
emergency measure to ensure that the shift
lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:
1 Set the parking brake.
2 Turn the engine switch to off.
3 Depress the brake pedal.
4 Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover the
tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
5 Press the shift lock override button.
The shift lever can be shifted while the but-
WARNING
■When driving on slippery road sur-
faces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden
acceleration, as this could result in the
vehicle skidding to th e side or spinning.
Shifting the shift lever

1374-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
To set the parking brake, fully depress
the parking brake pedal with your left
foot while depressing the brake pedal
with your right foot.
(Depressing the pedal again releases
the parking brake.)U.S.A.
Canada
■Parking the vehicle
 P.118
■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven
with the parking brake engaged. “Release
Parking Brake” is displayed on the
multi-information display.
■Usage in winter time
 P.205
*:if equipped
■The ASC system can be operated when
The driving mode select switch is in SPORT
S+ mode. ( P.192)
Parking brake
Operating instructions
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking
performance and increase brake wear.
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B
ASC (Active Sound Con-
trol)
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The ASC system sonically empha-
sizes the vehicle’s response to the
driver’s operation of the accelera-
tor pedal and shift lever or paddle
shift switches. The dynamic engine
sound enabled by this system helps
the driver further enjoy the feeling
of unity with the vehicle, particu-
larly when driving in M mode.
(  P.135)

1594-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
■Enabling/disabling the pre-colli-
sion system
The pre-collision system can be
enabled/disabled on ( P.73) of
the multi-information display.
The system is automatically enabled each
time the engine switch is turned to IGNI-
TION ON mode.
If the system is disabled, the PCS warn-
ing light will turn on and a message will
be displayed on the multi-information
display.
■Changing the pre-collision warn-
ing timing
The pre-collision warning timing can
be changed on ( P.73) of the
multi-information display.
The operation timing setting is retained
when the engine switch is turned off.
1 Far
The warning will begin to operate earlier
than with the default timing.
2Middle
This is the default setting.
3Near
The warning will begi n to operate later
than with the default timing.
■Operational conditions
The pre-collision system is enabled and the
WARNING
●If the vehicle cannot be driven in a sta-
ble manner, such as when the vehicle
has been in an accident or is malfunc-
tioning
●When the vehicle is driven in a sporty
manner or off-road
●When the tires are not properly
inflated
●When the tires are very worn
●When tires of a size other than speci-
fied are installed
●When tire chains are installed
●When a compact spare tire or an
emergency tire puncture repair kit is
used
●If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may
obstruct the radar sensor or front cam-
era is temporarily installed to the vehi-
cle
Changing settings of the pre-col-
lision system

1924-5. Using the driving support systems
depending on the shape of the object, etc.
You can change the warning beep vol-
ume and Center Display operating
conditions.
1Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch. ( P.208)
2 Select “Setup” on the “Menu”
screen.
3 Select “Vehicle” on the “Setup”
screen.
4 Select “LEXUS Park Assist” on the
vehicle settings screen.
5 Select the desired button.
The alert volume can be adjusted.
Rear center sensor display and
tone indication can be set. 1
Normal mode/Custom mode
Normal mode and custom mode are
selected by pressing the driving mode
select switch. Each time the switch is
pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and custom mode.
When custom mode is selected, the “CUS-
TOM” indicator will be illuminated.
When Eco drive mode or sport mode is
selected, pressing th e switch changes the
driving mode to normal mode.
• Normal mode
Provides an optimal ba lance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
• Custom mode
Allows you to drive with the following func-
tions set to your preferred settings.
Custom mode settings can only be
changed on the drive mode customization
display of the Center Display. ( P.210)
Setting up intuitive parking assist
A
B
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
Selecting a drive mode