parking brake LEXUS RC350 2017 Owner's Guide

6218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 626)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the follo wing steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle in spected by your Lexus dealer.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function
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6368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other materi al under the rear wheels to help pro-
vide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and rele ase the parking brake. Then, while exer-
cising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
RC350/RC300/RC200t
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press ( ) to turn off TRAC.
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6519-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*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
Pedal clear-
ance*1
RC350 (2WD)4.3 in. (108 mm) Min.
RC350/RC300 (AWD)4.5 in. (115 mm) Min.
RC200t4.1 in. (104 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 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

700What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (→P. 566)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 221)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(→ P. 565, 571)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (→ P. 83)
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:
• Unlock the doors or open the trunk.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start the
engine.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (→ P. 571)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 565, 571.A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

704Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ....................... 549
Wattage ..................................................657
Battery........................................................ 513 Battery checking ................................. 513
If the vehicle battery is discharged.....................................626
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................................... 331
Warning light ...................................... 565
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)..................313
Bluetooth
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Audio system ...................................... 395
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................397
Brake Fluid............................................................ 512
Parking brake......................................... 221
Warning light ...................................... 565
Brake assist ............................................. 298
Break-in tips..............................................193
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........................................ 100, 107
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..................313 Card key .................................................... 136
Care............................................... 480, 485
Aluminum wheels ................................481
Exterior .................................................. 480
Interior .....................................................485
Seat belts................................................486
Cargo capacity ..................................... 204
Cargo hooks .......................................... 454
CD player................................................ 369
Chains ....................................................... 333
Child restraint system ........................... 58 Child seats definition .......................... 58
Child seats installation................. 65, 71
Front passenger occupant classification system........................... 51
Installing a CRS to the passenger seat ........................... 62
Installing a CRS to the rear seat ........................................................... 64
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ......................72
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 65
Installing CRS with top tether strap..........................76
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715Alphabetical index
Paddle shift switches ...................215, 216
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) .................. 269
Parking brake........................................... 221
Parking lights .......................................... 224 Light switch ........................................... 224
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 550
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ............ 306 PCS OFF switch ................................307
Warning light ...................................... 566
Personal lights........................................ 450
Pop-up display ................................ 114, 126
Power outlet ........................................... 456
Power steering (Electric power steering system)................................. 299 Warning light ...................................... 566
Power windows ...................................... 183 Door lock linked window operation ........................... 185
Jam protection function ................... 184
Operation ............................................... 183
Window lock switch.......................... 183
Pre-Collision System (PCS) ............ 306 PCS OFF switch ................................307
Warning light ...................................... 566 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control).........................249
Radiator....................................................... 511
Radio ......................................................... 363
Rear seats .................................................. 167 Fold down the seatback................... 167
Luggage security system.................148
Rear turn signal lights ......................... 220 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 547
Turn signal lever ................................. 220
Wattage ................................................. 657
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror......................178
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 180
PR
*: For vehicles with a naviga tion system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

722Alphabetical index
Vanity lights............................................. 455Wattage ..................................................657
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 455
Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) ................................................. 298 Warning message .............................. 571
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Manag ement) .............. 299
Vehicle data recordings .......................... 9
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) ..................... 299
Vehicle identification number ...........641
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ..................................................... 298
Ventilators (seat ventilators)............ 447
VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering) ............................................... 298 Warning message .............................. 571
Voice command system .................... 428
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ............ 298 Warning buzzers
Approach warning ........................... 254
Brake system .......................................565
Downshifting .......................................... 217
Intuitive parking assist...................... 269
Key reminder ...................................... 589
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)....... 263
Open door ...........................................566
Open hood........................................... 573
Open moon roof .............................. 580
Open trunk ........................................... 573
Open window .................................... 580
Pre-collision braking........................306
Seat belt reminder.............................566
Warning lights .......................................... 90 ABS ..........................................................565
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................................566
Brake system .......................................565
Charging system ...............................565
Electric power steering ..................566
Low fuel level .......................................566
Malfunction indicator lamp...........565
Master warning light ........................566
Open door ...........................................566
Pre-collision system .........................566
Seat belt reminder light ..................566
Slip indicator ........................................566
SRS............................................................565
Tire pressure ........................................ 567
Warning messages................................ 571
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