differential LEXUS RC F 2016 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS4
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control ............................. 235
Dynamic radar cruise control ......................................... 239
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........ 253
Intuitive parking assist .............. 259
Lexus parking assist monitor........................................ 268
Driving mode select switch ........................................... 283
Driving assist systems .............. 287
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 295
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 302
• BSM function......................... 306
• RCTA function ....................... 310
Active rear wing .......................... 315
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) ................................ 318
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 320 5-1. Basic Operations
Lexus Display Audio System ......................................... 326
Steering wheel audio switches ........................................331
Mobile Assistant ........................ 332
USB/AUX ports ......................... 334
5-2. Setup Setup menu .................................. 336
General settings..........................337
Voice settings .............................. 340
Display settings.............................341
5-3. Using the audio system Selecting the audio source .......................................... 343
Optimal use of the audio system .......................................... 344
Audio settings ............................. 345
Audio menu screen operation .................................... 348
5-4. Using the radio Radio operation............................351
5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation .................357
5-6. Using an external device Listening to an iPod................... 364
Listening USB memory device .......................................... 368
Using the AUX port ..................3725Lexus Display Audio system

892. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
RC F
●TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) control mode indicators (RC F)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode toindicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. 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 flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turn ed off. The light will flash quickly when the
system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate in the following situations:
• When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode while the BSM main
switch is turned on.
• When the BSM main switch is turned on while the engine swit ch is in IGNITION
ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will
turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indica tors do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*5: When the outside temperature is approximately 37 F (3 C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*6: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*7: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*8:RC F“NORMAL” indicator
(
 P. 2 8 3 ) Eco drive mode indicator
(
 P. 2 8 3 )
“SPORT S” indicator
(  P. 2 8 3 ) “SPORT S+” indicator
(
 P. 2 8 3 )
Snow mode indicator
(  P. 2 0 6 )
(if equipped)
“STANDARD” indicator
( P. 3 1 8 )
(if equipped)
“SLALOM” indicator
( P. 3 1 8 )
(if equipped)
“TRACK” indicator
( P. 3 1 8 )

1132. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
◆Display content
Selecting a menu icon displays a
variety of vehicle data or allows vehi-
cle settings to be customized.
■Menu icons
Displays the following information when an icon is selected.Drive information ( P. 115)
Select to display various drive data.
“F” content ( P. 117)
Select to display the lap timer, G-force, torque distribution (vehicles with TVD
[Torque Vectoring Differential]) and othe r useful functions for sporty driving.
Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)
Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.
• Route guidance
• Compass display (north-up display/heading-up display)
Audio system-linked display
Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the meter using the
meter control switches.
Multi-information display (RC F)

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Driving4
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ...................... 184
Cargo and luggage .................... 193
Vehicle load limits ....................... 196
Trailer towing ..................................197
Dinghy towing...............................198
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ............ 199
Automatic transmission .......... 205
Turn signal lever ........................... 210
Parking brake ..................................211
ASC (Active Sound Control)
(RC350/RC300/
RC200t)...................................... 212
ASC (Active Sound Control) (RC F)............................................ 213
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 214
Automatic High Beam .............. 217
Fog light switch............................ 222
Windshield wipers and washer..........................................223
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap....... 231 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control ............................. 235
Dynamic radar cruise control ......................................... 239
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........ 253
Intuitive parking assist .............. 259
Lexus parking assist monitor ........................................ 268
Driving mode select switch ........................................... 283
Driving assist systems............... 287
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......... 295
BSM (Blind Spot Moni tor)..............302
• BSM function .........................306
• RCTA function ....................... 310
Active rear wing .......................... 315
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)................................. 318
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .....................320

1924-1. Before driving
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pe dals at the same time while driving, as
this may restrain the engine output.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is ac cidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
●RC200t: Make sure to idle the engine im mediately after high speed driving or hill
climbing. Stop the engine only after the turbocharger has cooled down.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the follo wing situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brak e pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 5 7 0 , 5 8 4 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
your Lexus dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer (AWD models), differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

2884-5. Using the driving support systems
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
◆EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel
◆Adaptive Variable Suspension System (if equipped)
By independently controlling the dampin g force of the shock absorbers for
each of the 4 wheels according to the road and driving conditions, this system
combines riding comfort with superior steering stability, and helps good vehi-
cle posture. ( P. 2 8 4 )
◆LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling system) (if equipped)
Provides integrated control of the VGRS, DRS and EPS. Contributes to turn-
ing characteristics at low speeds, re sponsiveness at medium speeds and
safety at high speeds by controlling the steering angle of the front and rear
wheels in accordance with the steering wheel operation and vehicle speed.
◆VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC, hill-start
assist control, EPS, VGRS (if equi pped) and DRS (if equipped) systems
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes, engine output, steering assist, and if equipped with
VGRS, steering ratio
◆PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)
 P. 2 9 5
◆BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
P. 3 0 2
◆TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) (if equipped)
P. 3 1 8

3184-5. Using the driving support systems
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
With the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode, pressing the TVD switch
changes the TVD control mode.
The current TVD control mode will be
displayed on the meters.
STANDARD mode
This is the default mode and pro-
vides an optimum balance of driving
agility and stability.
SLALOM mode
This mode emphasizes enhanced
steering response.
TRACK mode
This mode emphasizes stability for
high speed sporty driving.
The multi-information display shows the distribution of driving force between the
right and left rear wheels. ( P. 113)
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)

: If equipped
The TVD system distributes driving force (torque) between the right and left
rear wheels automatically. This syst em contributes to enhanced steering
response while cornering and increased traction when exiting a corner, pro-
viding an agile driving experience.
Changing TVD control modes
1
2
3
TVD control status on the multi-information display

3194-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Automatic cancelation of the selected TVD control mode
SLALOM and TRACK mode are canceled when the engine switch is turned off. When
the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the TVD system will be in STAN-
DARD mode.
■Automatic disabling of the TVD system
If a malfunction is detected in the TVD system, a warn ing message will be displayed on
the multi-information display ( P. 558) and the TVD system will be disabled automati-
cally. If the system is disabled, driving force will not be distributed by the TVD but through
normal differential operation.
■To protect the system
The TVD fluid temperature may become excessively high when driving for a long time
under extremely high load conditions. In th is case, a warning message will be displayed
on the multi-information display. ( P. 5 5 8 )
WA R N I N G
■Cautions regarding the use of the system
The driver is solely responsible for safe driv ing. Do not overly rely on the TVD system.
Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings.

4837-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
◆Rear
RC350/RC300/RC200t
RC F (vehicles with LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
Jack point
Jack point

4847-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
RC F (vehicles with TVD [Torque Vectoring Differential])
*: Do not place the floor jack under either torque transfer module.
To r q u e t r a n s f e r m o d u l e s*
Jack point