sport mode LEXUS RC350 2016 Owner's Guide

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
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2
3
TVD control status on the multi-information display

5378-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 571, 585)
Remove the eyelet cover using a flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a rag between the screwdriver and the vehicle body
as shown in the illustration.
Emergency towing procedure
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2
RC350/RC300/RC200t
(except F SPORT models)RC350/RC300/RC200t
(F SPORT models)
RC F

5398-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
2WD models
AW D m o d e l s
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain and related parts may be damaged
or an accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain or related parts may be damaged,
the vehicle may fly off the truck.

5498-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Master warning light
The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a
message is currently being displayed on the multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning messages is show n again after the following actions have
been performed, contact your Lexus dealer.
If a warning message is displayed
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and perform
the following actions:
RC350/RC300/RC200t
(except F SPORT models)RC350/RC300/RC200t
(F SPORT models: main meter in
center position)
RC350/RC300/RC200t
(F SPORT models: main meter
moved to the right) RC F
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2

5698-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
*1: RC350/RC300/RC200t (F SPORT models) and RC F
*2: RC350/RC300/RC200t (except F SPORT models)
*3: The engine may not be restarted depending on the vehicle condition.
■Wa r n i n g m e s s a g e s
P. 5 6 4
■Warning buzzer
P. 5 4 6
Once*1

After the engine switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in a
position other than P, the shift lever
has been shifted to P.
 Turn the engine switch off.
*2

Power was turned off due to the
automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the
engine, increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that
level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery.
Con-
tinuous
Indicates that the engine was
stopped in an emer gency while driv-
ing
 To restart the engine, shift the
shift lever to N and turn the
engine switch to IGNITION
ON mode.
*3
Once
Indicates that the engine switch has
been pressed while driving
Except when emergency stop-
ping of the vehicle is needed,
immediately release the engine
switch.
Interior
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6539-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
*1: For details about each function: P. 110
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3:Except F SPORT models
*4: Some status screens cannot be registered (indicated on multi-information display).
*5: 2 of the following items: current fuel consumption, average fuel economy (after reset),
average fuel economy (after start), average fuel economy (after refuel), average vehi-
cle speed (after reset), average vehicle speed (after start), elapsed time (after reset),
elapsed time (after start), distance (drivi ng range), distance (after start), blank.
*6:F SPORT models
*7: RC350/RC300
*8: RC200t
RC F
Speed indicator*6OFF30 to 100 mph (50
to 160 km/h)—O—
Rev indicator*65000 rpm
2000 to 6600
rpm
*7
—O—2000 to 6100 rpm
*8
OFF
Rev peak*6ONOFF—O—
Function*1Default settingCustomized setting123
Function*1Default settingCustomized setting
LanguageEnglishFrenchOO—Spanish
Units*2miles (MPG US)
km (km/L)
OO—km (L/100 km)
miles (MPG Impe- rial)
Eco Driving Indicator LightON (Self-lighting)OFF—O—
switch settingsDrive information 1Desired status screen*3—O—
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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