spark LEXUS RC350 2015 Owners Manual

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Driving
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)4-4. Refueling
●Close both side doors and windows, and turn the engine switch off.
●Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
Use unleaded gasoline (Octane rating 91 [Research Octane Number 96] or higher)
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle
WA R N I N G
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refu
eling the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before openin g the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal
surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static electricity
before refueling because sparks resulting fr om static electricity can cause fuel vapors
to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on th e fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the
sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel
may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come
close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances th at are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.

4747-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
WA R N I N G
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly,
become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe
the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving
as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel and
battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
(  P. 4 8 5 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or fallin g material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in
your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt
in the air.

4897-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
WA R N I N G
■Chemicals in the battery
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce hydrogen
gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious injury, take
the following precautions while working on or near the battery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the battery.
■Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or
closed room where there is insufficient ventilation.
■How to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The battery may explode if charged at a
quicker rate.
■Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical
attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while traveling to
the nearest medical facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you fe el pain or burning, get medical attention
immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the clothing and fol-
low the procedure above if necessary.
●If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention immedi-
ately.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories
are turned off.

6109-1. Specifications
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
■Spark plug
Cooling system
RC350RC F
Capacity10.3 qt. (9.7 L, 8.5 Imp. qt.)12.3 qt. (11.6 L, 10.2 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
RC350RC F
MakeDENSO FK20HBR11DENSO FK20HBR-J8
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68F
(20 C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11.8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Check the voltage 20 minutes after the engine and all
lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.

678Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Shift lever ...................................................199Automatic transmission ................... 199
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 589
Shift lock system....................................589
Shift position and gear position .............................................90, 96
Side airbags ............................................... 40
Side marker lights.................................208 Light switch .......................................... 208
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 519
Side mirrors ............................................. 168 Adjusting and folding........................ 168
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ............. 297
Linked mirror function when reversing ................................. 169
Mirror position memory .................. 157
Side turn signal lights .......................... 204 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 519
Turn signal lever .................................204
Side windows ............................................ 171
Slip indicator........................................... 534
Smart access system with push-button start .......................146 Antenna location ................................. 146
Entry functions ..............................135, 141
Starting the engine ............................. 193 SMS (Short message service) ........ 386
Snow mode............................................. 200
Snow tires .................................................. 317
Spare tire ................................................. 560
Inflation pressure..................................614
Storage location ...................................561
Spark plug ................................................. 610
Specifications......................................... 604
Speed indicator................................ 92, 99
Speedometer .................................... 90, 96
Sport mode ..............................................278
Steering lock ............................................ 196 Column lock release .........................196
Steering wheel ........................................ 164 Adjustment..............................................164
Audio switches ....................................327
Auto tilt away .........................................165
Heated steering wheel ................... 425
Steering wheel position memory .............................. 157
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Storage feature ....................................... 431
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck....... 600
Sun shade .................................................. 176
Sun visors................................................. 435