wheel LEXUS RC F 2016 Owners Manual

6479-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg)
times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on
the tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded
vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on the
tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its sh are of curb weight, accessory
weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in
accordance with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
We a t h e r s i d eThe surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated
tire
BeadThe part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped
or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the
rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond be tween components in the
bead
Bias ply tireA pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at altern ate angles substantially less
than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread
CarcassThe tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber
which, when inflated, bears the load
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall
CordThe strands forming th e plies in the tire
Cord separationThe parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds
CrackingAny parting within the tread, sidewall, or innerliner of
the tire extending to cord material
Tire related termMeaning

6499-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Overall widthThe linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to label-
ing, decorations, or pr otective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose
passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric
and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an
automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains
the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher
inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater
than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard Ref-
erence Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as
described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method
for Single Wheel Driving Tract ion in a Straight Line on
Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked
with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at least one sidewall
Te s t r i mThe rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be
any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire
Tire related termMeaning

6509-1. Specifications
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
*:Table 1  Occupant loading and distribution fo r vehicle normal load for various des-
ignated seating capacities
Tr e a dThat portion of a tire that comes into contact with the
road
Tr e a d r i bA tread section running circumferentially around a tire
Tread separationPulling away of the tread from the tire carcass
Treadwear indicators (TWI)
The projections within the principal grooves designed
to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the
tread
Wheel-holding fixtureThe fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly
securely during testing
Tire related termMeaning
Designated seating capac- ity, Number of occupantsVehicle normal load, Num- ber of occupantsOccupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle
2 through 422 in front
5 through 1032 in front, 1 in second seat
11 through 1552 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat
16 through 207
2 in front, 2 in second seat,
2 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat

6579-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Steering wheel (P. 1 6 7 )
*:If equipped
■Powe r w i n d ow s ( P. 1 74 )
■Moon roof* ( P. 1 7 8 )
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Auto tilt away function*OnOff——O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Mechanical key linked oper-
ationOffOn——O
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOn (Open only)——O
Wireless remote control
linked operation signal
(buzzer)
OnOff——O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Mechanical key linked oper-
ationOffOn——O
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOn (Open only)——O
Wireless remote control
linked operation signal
(buzzer)OnOff——O
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677What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(P. 1 9 9 )
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 2 0 2 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 1 4 8 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 2 0 2 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (P. 6 0 2 )
●Is the battery discharged? ( P. 6 0 4 )
●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. 599)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 2 0 2 )
●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. 1 74 )
●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. 2 0 2 )
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

681Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Alarm .............................................................79
Anchor brackets ...................................... 59
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ..................... 148
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 287 Warning light .......................................543
Approach warning............................... 244
Armrest ......................................................441
ASC (Active Sound Control).......... 212, 213
Assist grip ................................................ 443
Audio input.............................................. 334
Audio system.......................................... 326 Audio input............................................334
AUX port/USB port........................334
Bluetooth
® audio................................ 381
CD player ..............................................357
iPod ...........................................................364
MP3/WMA/AAC disc .................357
Optimal use ..........................................344
Portable music player ...................... 372
Radio ......................................................... 351
Steering wheel audio switch ......... 331
USB memory ...................................... 368 Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................... 216Warning light ....................................... 544
Automatic High Beam ......................... 217
Automatic light control system ........ 214
Automatic transmission..................... 205 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............599
M mode ..................................................208
Paddle shift switches............207, 208
AUX port ................................................ 334
Average fuel economy ............... 108, 115
Average vehicle speed............... 108, 115

682Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ....................... 528
Wattage ................................................. 635
Battery....................................................... 497 Battery checking ................................ 497
If the vehicle battery is discharged.................................... 604
Preparing and checking before winter ................................................... 320
Warning light .......................................543
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)................ 302
Bluetooth
®
Audio system ........................................ 381
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ....................... 383
Brake Fluid.......................................................... 496
Parking brake.......................................... 211
Warning light .......................................543
Brake assist ............................................. 287
Break-in tips............................................. 185
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .......................................... 96, 103
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 302 Card key .................................................... 132
Care................................................ 464, 469
Aluminum wheels .............................. 465
Exterior ................................................... 464
Interior ..................................................... 469
Seat belts................................................ 470
Cargo capacity ....................................... 196
Cargo hooks .......................................... 438
CD player.................................................357
Chains ......................................................... 321
Child restraint system ............................ 57 Child seats definition .......................... 57
Child seats installation............... 64, 70
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 50
Installing a CRS to the passenger seat ............................. 61
Installing a CRS to the rear seat ........................................................... 63
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ....................... 71
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 64
Installing CRS with top tether strap..........................73
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683Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Child safety ................................................ 56Airbag precautions .............................. 42
Battery precautions ............. 499, 607
Child restraint system ......................... 57
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 36
Installing child restraints..................... 57
Moon roof precautions...................... 181
Power window lock switch .............174
Power window precautions ........... 177
Removed electronic key battery precautions................ 518
Seat belt extender precautions ........................................... 39
Seat belt precautions ..........................38
Seat heater precautions..................429
Trunk precautions............................... 146 Cleaning ....................................... 464, 469
Aluminum wheels .............................. 465
Exterior ................................................... 464
Interior ..................................................... 469
Seat belts................................................ 470
Clock......................................................... 440
Coat hooks ..............................................443
Compass ................................................... 451
Condenser .............................................. 495
Console box ........................................... 436
Cooling system ..................................... 493 Engine overheating ......................... 608
Cruise control Cruise control ..................................... 235
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 239
Cup holders.............................................437
Current fuel consumption .........108, 110
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 40
Customizable features ........................ 651

687Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Front turn signal lights ......................... 210Replacing light bulbs ........... 524, 529
Turn signal lever .................................. 210
Wattage ................................................. 635
Fuel ...............................................................231 Capacity ................................................. 622
Fuel gauge ....................................... 92, 98
Fuel pump shut off system.............542
Information ........................................... 636
Refueling...................................................231
Type ..............................................622, 636
Warning light .......................................544
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ........... 108, 115
Current fuel consumption ..... 108, 115
Fuel filler door ..........................................231 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 233
Refueling...................................................231
Fuel gauge ..........................................92, 98
Fuel pump shut off system................. 542
Fuses ........................................................... 519
Garage door opener .......................... 444
Gauges ................................................92, 98
Glove box ................................................ 436
Glove box light ...................................... 436 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........................... 383
HD Radio
® system ................................ 351
Head restraints........................................ 164
Headlight cleaner .................................223
Headlights ................................................. 214 Automatic High Beam system .................................................... 217
Light switch............................................. 214
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 529
Heaters Air conditioning system ................. 420
Heated steering wheel ................... 429
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 424
Seat heaters ..........................................430
Hill-start assist control ........................287
Hood ...........................................................481 Open .........................................................481
Hooks Cargo hooks .......................................438
Coat hooks ........................................... 443
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 30
Horn............................................................. 168
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694Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Shift lever ................................................. 205Automatic transmission ................. 205
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 599
Shift lock system.................................... 599
Shift position and gear position .............................................92, 98
Side airbags ............................................... 40
Side marker lights................................... 214 Light switch .............................................214
Replacing light bulbs ........................529
Side mirrors ............................................... 171 Adjusting and folding.......................... 171
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ............ 302
Linked mirror function when reversing .................................. 172
Mirror position memory .................. 160
Side turn signal lights ........................... 210 Replacing light bulbs ........................529
Turn signal lever .................................. 210
Side windows ........................................... 174
Slip indicator........................................... 544
Smart access system with push-button start ...................... 148Antenna location ................................. 148
Entry functions ............................ 137, 143
Starting the engine ............................. 199 SMS (Short message service) .......... 391
Snow mode ............................................. 206
Snow tires ................................................ 323
Spare tire ................................................. 570
Inflation pressure................................630
Storage location ................................... 571
Spark plug ................................................626
Specifications........................................... 618
Speed indicator................................ 94, 101
Speedometer .................................... 92, 98
Sport mode ............................................. 283
Steering lock .......................................... 202 Column lock release ....................... 202
Steering wheel ........................................ 167 Adjustment.............................................. 167
Audio switches ..................................... 331
Auto tilt away ........................................ 168
Heated steering wheel ................... 429
Steering wheel position memory ............................. 160
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 529
Storage feature ..................................... 435
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck..........614
Sun shade .................................................. 179
Sun visors................................................. 439