LEXUS RCF 2018 Owners Manual

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Driving
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Perform the following according to the driving conditions: ●
Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to me lt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing. ●
To ensure proper operation of the c limate control system fan, remove any
snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield. ●
Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on
the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassi s, around the tires or on the brakes.●
Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the
vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a sa fe distance between you and the vehicle
ahead, and drive at a reduced spee d suitable to road conditions.●
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the parking
brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released. If
the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake, make sure to block the
wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly, possibly leading to an accident. ●
If the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake, confirm that the shift
lever cannot be moved out of P
* .
* : The shift lever will be locked if it is atte mpted to be shifted from P to any other posi-
tion without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift lever can be shifted from P, there
may be a problem with the shift lock sy stem. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle

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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)
Vehicles with front and rear tires of the same size except for vehicles with
LDH and 19-inch tires
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain
(0.12 in. [3 mm] in diameter)
Cross chain
(0.16 in. [4 mm] in diameter) 
Vehicles with front and rear tires of di ffering sizes and vehicles with LDH and
19-inch tires
Tire chains cannot be mounted. Snow tires should be used instead.
Tire chains cannot be mounted. Snow tires should be used instead.
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on location and type
of road. Always check local regu lations before installing chains.■
Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains: ●
Install and remove tire chains in a safe location. ●
Install tire chains on the rear tires. Do not install tire chains on the front tires.●
Install tire chains on rear tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after driving 1/4
 1/2 mile (0.5  1.0 km).●
Install tire chains following the instru ctions provided with the tire chains.Selecting tire chains (RC350/RC300) 1
2
Selecting tire chains (RC F)
Regulations on the use of tire chains

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Driving
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)WARNING ■
Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehi cle control and cause death or serious injury.●
Use tires of the specified size. ●
Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.●
Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h ), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used. ●
Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels. ■
Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be dr iven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury. ●
Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the ti re chains being used, or 30
mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower. ●
Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.●
Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking. ●
Slow down sufficiently before entering a cu rve to ensure that vehicle control is main-
tained. ●
Do not use LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) system.
NOTICE ■
Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow ti res from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal an d attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the
tire pressure warning va lves and transmitters.■
Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valv es and transmitters may not function correctly when tire
chains are fitted.

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Interior features
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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)5-1. Using the air conditioning
system
Remote Touch .............................326
10.3-inch display ......................... 331
Automatic air conditioning
system ......................................... 333
Heated steering wheel/
seat heaters/
seat ventilators .........................344
5-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list.......................... 347
• Interior lights ......................... 348
• Personal lights .......................349
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features............ 350
• Glove box ................................ 351
• Console box ............................ 351
• Cup holders............................352
Trunk features............................. 353 5-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............ 354
• Sun visors ................................ 354
• Vanity mirrors ....................... 354
• Clock ........................................355
• Power outlet...........................355
• Armrest .................................... 356
•Trunk storage
extension ................................. 357
• Assist grips..............................358
• Coat hooks .............................358
Garage door op ener ...............359
Compass ....................................... 366
LEXUS Enform Safety
Connect ...................................... 370

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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)5-1. Using the air conditioning system 
Vehicles with a 10.3-inch display
“MAP” button
*Press this button to display the vehicle’s current position.
“MENU” button Press to display th e “Menu” screen. (  P. 330)
Back button Press to display the previous screen.
Touchpad Slide your finger on the touchpad and move the pointer to select a function, letter and
screen button.
Press the touchpad to enter the selected function, letter or screen button. Certain fin-
ger movements on the touchpad can perform functions, such as changing map scal-
ings and scrolling list screens.
Sub function button When is displayed on the screen, a functi on screen assigned to the screen can be
displayed.
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MU LTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.Remote Touch The Remote Touch can be used to operate the Remote Touch screens.
Owners of models equipped with a navi gation system should refer to the
“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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2
3
4
5

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Interior features
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)
Vehicles with a 7-inch display
“HOME” button
*Press this button to display the “Home” screen.
“MENU” button Press to display th e “Menu” screen. (  P. 330)
Back button Press to display the previous screen.
Touchpad Slide your finger on the touchpad and move the pointer to select a function, letter and
screen button.
Press the touchpad to enter the selected function, letter or screen button. Certain fin-
ger movements on the touchpad can perform functions, such as changing map scal-
ings and scrolling list screens.
Sub function button When is displayed on the screen, a functi on screen assigned to the screen can be
displayed.
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MU LTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.1
2
3
4
5

328 5-1. Using the air conditioning system
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)■
Using the touchpad
Select: Touch the touchpad to
select the desired button on the
screen.
Enter: The buttons on the screen
can be selected by either
depressing or double tapping on
the touchpad. Once a button has
been selected, the screen will
change.■
Touchpad operation
Operations are performed by touching the touchpad with your finger.●
Trace Trace the pad surface while maintain-
ing contact with the touchpad. Mov-
ing the cursor and the pointer.
●
Double tap Tap the touchpad twice, quickly.
Select the button on the screen.
●
Flick Quick and long movement along the
touchpad with you finger. Move the
list screen.Remote Touch operation 1
2

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Interior features
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)●
Pinch in/Pinch out Slide fingers toward each other or
apart on the touchpad. Change the
scale of the map.■
Screen display during low temperatures
When the ambient temperature is extremely low, screen response may be delayed even
if the Remote Touch is operated.
NOTICE ■
To prevent damage to the Remote Touch
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause damage to the Remote
Touch. ●
Do not allow food, liquid, stickers or lit cigarettes to contact the Remote Touch.●
Do not subject the Remote Touch to ex cessive pressure or strong impact.●
Do not push the touchpad with a strong force or use a sharp pointed object to oper-
ate the pad.

330 5-1. Using the air conditioning system
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch to display the “Menu” screen.
The display may differ depending on the type of the system.
* 1
: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
* 2
: This function is not made available on some models.“Menu” screen 
Vehicles with a 10.3-inch display 
Vehicles with a 7-inch display
Switch Function
Select to display the “Destination” screen.
* 1
Select to display the radio control screen.
* 1
Select to display the media control screen.
* 1
Select to display the hand s-free operation screen.
* 1
Select to display the “Apps” screen.
* 1, 2
Select to display the “Information” screen.
* 1
Select to display the “Setup” screen.
* 1
Select to display the air conditioning control screen. (  P. 335)
Select to adjust the contrast and brightness of the screens, turn the
screen off, etc.
* 1, 2