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6139-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N, 51.0 kgf)
while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*1
RC350 (2WD)4.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
RC350 (AWD)4.5 in. (115 mm) Min.
RC F4.4 in. (112 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT
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Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

6309-1. Specifications
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
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 un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe 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 manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, 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 equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated

6409-2. Customization
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
■Smart access system with push-button start ( P. 135, 141, 146)
■Wireless remote control ( P. 130, 135, 141)
■Driving position memory* ( P. 1 5 7 )
*: If equipped
■Steering wheel ( P. 1 6 4 )
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Smart access system with
push-button startOnOff——O
Smart door unlockingDriver’s doorBoth side doorsO—O
Number of consecutive
door lock operations2 timesAs many as desired——O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Wireless remote controlOnOff——O
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in one step, both side
doors unlocked in two steps
Both side doors
unlocked in one
stepO—O
Trunk unlocking operationPress and hold (short)
One short press
——O
Push twice
Press and hold (long)
Off
Alarm (panic mode)OnOff——O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Selecting the door linking
driving position memory
with door unlock operation
Driver’s doorBoth side doors——O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Auto tilt away function*OnOff——O
123

661What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(P. 1 9 3 )
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 1 9 6 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 1 4 6 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 1 9 6 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (P. 5 9 2 )
●Is the battery discharged? ( P. 5 9 3 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( P. 5 8 9 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 1 9 6 )
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 171)
●The auto power off function will be oper ated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( P. 1 9 6 )
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically

665Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Alarm ............................................................ 78
Anchor brackets ...................................... 59
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ......................146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 282 Warning light ...................................... 533
Approach warning............................... 238
Armrest .................................................... 437
ASC (Active Sound Control).......206, 207
Assist grip ................................................ 439
Audio input.............................................. 330
Audio system.......................................... 322 Audio input........................................... 330
AUX port/USB port....................... 330
Bluetooth
® audio...............................376
CD player ..............................................352
iPod .......................................................... 359
MP3/WMA/AAC disc .................352
Optimal use ..........................................339
Portable music player ......................367
Radio ........................................................346
Steering wheel audio switch ........ 327
USB memory .......................................363 Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................... 210 Warning light ....................................... 534
Automatic High Beam ...........................211
Automatic light control system ...... 208
Automatic transmission....................... 199 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 589
M mode .................................................. 202
Paddle shift switches..............201, 202
AUX port ................................................ 330
Average fuel economy ............... 106, 112
Average vehicle speed............... 106, 112

668Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Daytime running light system .......... 209
DefoggerOutside rear view mirrors .............420
Rear window ........................................420
Windshield ............................................420
Differential Front differential ..................................... 611
Rear differential .................................... 612
Dimension ............................................... 604
Dinghy towing..........................................192
Display Drive information ....................... 106, 112
Dynamic radar cruise control...... 233
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .......249
Multi-information display ....... 103, 110
Warning message ............................ 539
Distance .......................................... 106, 107
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 473
Door courtesy lights Location ..................................................428
Wattage ................................................... 619
Door lock Doors ........................................................ 135
Smart access system with push-button start ............................. 146
Wireless remote control ................. 130 Doors .......................................................... 135
Automatic door locking and unlocking system ................... 138
Door lock................................................. 137
Open door warning buzzer ..........136
Open door warning light .............. 534
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 168
Side windows ..........................................171
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 ............. 107, 119
Drive information .......................... 106, 112 Resetting ......................................... 106, 112
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 157
Driving ....................................................... 180 Break-in tips ............................................ 181
Correct driving posture .....................32
Driving mode select switch .......... 278
Procedures ............................................ 180
Winter drive tips ..................................315
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ....... 282 Warning message.............................539
Dynamic radar cruise control ......... 233
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ....... 282 Warning message.............................539
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669Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
E-mail......................................................... 386
Eco drive mode ..................................... 278
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 88
Eco Driving Indicator Light ....... 107, 119
Eco driving meter .................................... 96
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Elapsed time .................................. 106, 107
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 283Warning light .......................................534
Electronic key ......................................... 130 Battery-saving function .................... 148
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 590
Replacing the battery ...................... 507 Emergency flashers .............................522
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit.................................................574
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................................. 533
If a warning light turns on .............. 533
If a warning message is displayed ........................................539
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 590
If the engine will not start ............... 587
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 589
If the vehicle battery is discharged.........................................593
If you have a flat tire ............. 560, 574
If you think something is wrong ................................................531
If your vehicle becomes stuck..................................................... 600
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.......... 523
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 524
If your vehicle overheats ................ 597
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670Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Engine ....................................................... 606ACCESSORY mode....................... 194
Compartment...................................... 479
Engine switch ........................................ 193
Hood ........................................................475
How to start the engine ................... 193
Identification number ...................... 606
If the engine will not start............... 587
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 193
Overheating .........................................597
Engine coolant....................................... 484 Capacity .................................................. 610
Checking............................................... 484
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................................90, 96
Engine immobilizer system ..................76
Engine oil .................................................. 481 Capacity ................................................ 607
Checking................................................. 481
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine oil temperature gauge ........... 96
Engine switch ...........................................193
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 282
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 283 Warning light .......................................534
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10
Expert mode ........................................... 286 First-aid kit storage belt......................434
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ............. 560
Vehicles with emergency tire puncture repair kit ......................... 574
Floor mats................................................... 30
Fluid Automatic transmission ..................... 611
Brake..........................................................613
Washer ...................................................490
Fog lights.................................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Footwell light .......................................... 428 Wattage ...................................................619
Front fog lights......................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Front passenger occupant classification system ........................... 50
Front seats ................................................. 152 Adjustment.............................................. 152
Cleaning................................................. 463
Correct driving posture .....................32
Driving position memory................. 157
Head restraints ...................................... 161
Jam protection function....................153
Seat heaters .......................................... 426
Seat position memory ....................... 157
Seat ventilators.....................................427F

671Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Front turn signal lights ........................ 204Replacing light bulbs ...............514, 519
Turn signal lever .................................204
Wattage ................................................... 619
Fuel ............................................................. 225 Capacity ................................................ 607
Fuel gauge ...................................... 90, 96
Fuel pump shut off system.............532
Information ........................................... 620
Refueling................................................. 225
Type ............................................. 225, 607
Warning light .......................................534
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ........... 106, 112
Current fuel consumption ..... 106, 112
Fuel filler door ........................................ 225 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 227
Refueling................................................. 225
Fuel gauge ..........................................90, 96
Fuel pump shut off system................. 532
Fuses ..........................................................509
Garage door opener .......................... 440
Gauges ................................................90, 96
Glove box ................................................ 432
Glove box light ...................................... 432 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........................... 378
HD Radio
® system .............................. 346
Head restraints......................................... 161
Headlight cleaner .................................. 217
Headlights ............................................... 208 Automatic High Beam system ......................................................211
Light switch...........................................208
Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Heaters Air conditioning system ...................416
Heated steering wheel ................... 425
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 420
Seat heaters .......................................... 426
Hill-start assist control ....................... 282
Hood ..........................................................475 Open ....................................................... 475
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 434
Coat hooks ........................................... 439
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 30
Horn............................................................. 165
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673Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) .......... 248
Language (multi-information display)............................................ 107, 119
LATCH anchors ...................................... 70
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .......... 248
LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling system)................................................... 283
Lever Auxiliary catch lever .........................475
Hood lock release lever .................475
Internal trunk release lever............. 143
Shift lever ................................................. 199
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever............................. 164
Turn signal lever .................................204
Wiper lever ............................................. 217
Lexus Display Audio controller...... 324
Lexus Display Audio system ............ 322
Lexus Enform Remote
*......................413
Lexus Enform Safety Connect..........451
Lexus parking assist monitor ........... 263
License plate lights...............................208 Light switch .......................................... 208
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 519 Light bulbs
Replacing .................................................514
Wattage ...................................................619
Lights Automatic High Beam system .......211
Fog light switch ..................................... 216
Headlight switch ................................208
Illuminated entry system.................430
Interior lights ........................................ 429
Interior lights list.................................. 428
Personal lights .....................................430
Replacing light bulbs .........................514
Trunk light................................................ 143
Turn signal lever ................................. 204
Vanity lights .......................................... 435
Wattage ...................................................619
Lock steering column........................... 196
Low profile tire .......................................494
Luggage security system .................... 142
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.