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5478-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)* 1
: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed wi th 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 4.3 in. (108 mm) Min.
RC350AWD/RC300
AWD 4.5 in. (115 mm) Min.
RC300 4.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
RC F 4.4 in. (112 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel
* 2
8 - 11 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3,
or SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4
brake fluid
Steering Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

564 8-1. Specifications
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has no t been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sure The maximum cold inflated pr essure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in exce ss of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight The combined weight of in stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they re place, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride leve lers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated

5738-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U) 8
Vehicle specifications ■
Power easy access system (  P. 166)
* : If equipped■
Power windows (  P. 182)
■
Moon roof
* (  P. 186)
* : If equipped Function Default setting Customized setting
Driver’s seat movement when
exiting the vehicle Full Off
O O
Partial
Steering wheel movement
* On Off — O 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Mechanical key linked operation Off On — O
Wireless remote control linked
operation Off On (Open only) — O
Wireless remote control linked
operation signal (buzzer) On Off — O 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Mechanical key linked operation Off On — O
Wireless remote control linked
operation Off On (Open only) — O
Wireless remote control linked
operation signal (buzzer) On Off — O 1 2

613What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)●
Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(  P. 207)●
Is the shift lever in P? (  P. 210)●
Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (  P. 156)●
Is the steering wheel unlocked? (  P. 210)●
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (  P. 520)●
Is the battery discharged? (  P. 522)●
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. 219)●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (  P. 210)
●
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. 182)
●
The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. (  P. 210)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

619Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Cleaning......................................... 376, 381
Aluminum wheels .............................. 377
Exterior....................................................376
Interior ...................................................... 381
Seat belts ............................................... 382
Clock ......................................................... 355
Coat hooks..............................................358
Compass .................................................. 366
Condenser .............................................. 406
Console box ............................................ 351
Cooling system ..................................... 404
Engine overheating...........................526
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control..... 268
Cup holders ............................................ 352
Current fuel consumption ....... 108, 122
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 40
Customizable features ....................... 569 Daytime running light system...........226
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............338
Rear window........................................338
Windshield............................................338
Differential
Front differential .................................545
Rear differential................................... 546
Dimension ............................................... 536
Dinghy towing ....................................... 206
Display
Drive information...................... 108, 122
Dynamic radar cruise control .....268
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 265
Multi-information display....... 103, 118
Warning message.............................460
Distance ...........................................108, 122
Do-it-yourself maintenance............... 391
Door courtesy lights
Location ................................................. 347
Door lock
Doors.........................................................145
Smart access system with
push-button start ..............................156
Wireless remote control..................140 D

620 Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Doors...........................................................145
Automatic door locking
and unlocking system.................... 148
Door lock .................................................147
Open door warning buzzer.......... 146
Open door warning light...............454
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 178
Side windows ........................................ 182
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/
Drive info 3 ................................. 108, 122
Drive information ........................ 108, 122
Resetting......................................... 106, 119
Drive-Start Control .................... 193, 218
Driver’s seat position memory ..........166
Driving.........................................................192
Break-in tips .......................................... 193
Correct driving posture .................... 32
Driving mode select switch ........... 301
Procedures ............................................ 192
Winter drive tips ................................ 320
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) .........312
Warning message ............................ 460
Dynamic radar cruise control ......... 268
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) .........312
Warning message ............................ 460 Eco drive mode.......................................301
Eco Driving Indicator ...................116, 132
Eco Driving Indicator Light......... 111, 129
Eco driving meter ....................................96
EDR (Event data recorder)................... 10
Elapsed time...................................108, 122
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ......... 313
Warning light ....................................... 454
Electronic key .......................................... 140
Battery-saving function ................... 158
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................. 518
Replacing the battery .......................427
Emergency flashers .............................442
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit................................................ 502 E

621Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds...........453
If a warning light turns on...............453
If a warning message
is displayed ....................................... 460
If the electronic key
does not operate properly ......... 518
If the engine will not start................. 516
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ......................................... 522
If you have a flat tire .............489, 502
If you think something
is wrong................................................ 451
If your vehicle becomes stuck .....532
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ..........443
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ....................................... 444
If your vehicle overheats ................526
Engine ....................................................... 539
ACCESSORY mode..................... 208
Compartment......................................397
Engine switch .......................................207
Hood ........................................................393
How to start the engine ..................207
Identification number ...................... 538
If the engine will not start................. 516
Ignition switch (engine switch)....207
Overheating .........................................526 Engine coolant ...................................... 404
Capacity................................................. 544
Checking ............................................... 404
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................320, 320
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ..................................................91, 96
Engine immobilizer system .................. 79
Engine oil ................................................. 400
Capacity.................................................540
Checking .............................................. 400
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................320, 320
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 403
Engine oil temperature gauge............96
Engine switch ..........................................207
Enhanced VSC ....................................... 312
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ......... 313
Warning light ....................................... 454
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
Expert mode ............................................ 316

623Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Garage door opener .......................... 359
Gauges ................................................. 91, 96
Glove box ................................................. 351
Glove box light ....................................... 351
Head restraints ......................................... 171
Headlight cleaner................................. 233
Headlights ............................................... 225
Automatic High Beam
system ..................................................228
Light switch ........................................... 225
Replacing light bulbs ........................439
Heaters
Air conditioning system ..................333
Heated steering wheel ....................344
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 338
Seat heaters ..........................................345
Hill-start assist control ..........................312
Hood .......................................................... 393
Open ........................................................393
Hooks
Cargo hooks ....................................... 353
Coat hooks .......................................... 358
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .............30
Horn ............................................................. 175 I/M test ..................................................... 390
Identification
Engine .....................................................538
Vehicle .................................................... 537
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........207
Illuminated entry system ................... 348
Immobilizer system ................................. 79
Indicators .....................................................87
Initialization
Maintenance ........................... 385, 403
Meter .................................................. 111, 129
Moon roof ...............................................187
Multi-information display.......... 111, 129
Power windows................................... 183
Tire pressure
warning system ................................. 413
Initiators (tire pressure
warning system) .................................. 418
Inside rear view mirror......................... 176
Instrument panel light
control ............................................ 94, 100
Intercooler .............................................. 406
Intercooler coolant.............................. 404
Capacity................................................. 544
Checking ...............................................405
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................320, 320
Interior lights .......................................... 348
Intuitive parking assist ........................ 280G
H I

625Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Lane Departure Alert with
steering control (LDA) .....................261
Language (multi-information
display)..............................................111, 129
LATCH anchors ........................................ 71
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ........................261
LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling
system).....................................................313
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever .........................393
Hood lock release lever .................393
Internal trunk release lever............. 153
Shift lever ..................................................213
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever..............................174
Turn signal lever ................................... 221
Wiper lever ........................................... 233
Lexus Enform
* Lexus Enform Safety Connect........ 370
Lexus parking assist monitor
* Lexus Safety System+ .........................245
Automatic High Beam.................... 228
Dynamic radar cruise control .....268
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ..................... 261
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .......250
License plate lights ...............................225
Light switch........................................... 225
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 439
Light bulbs
Replacing ............................................... 434
Wattage .................................................553
Lights
Automatic High Beam system ... 228
Fog light switch ................................... 232
Headlight switch ................................ 225
Illuminated entry system.................348
Interior lights ........................................348
Interior lights list.................................. 347
Personal lights ..................................... 349
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 434
Trunk light................................................153
Turn signal lever ................................... 221
Vanity lights .......................................... 354
Wattage .................................................553
Lock steering column........................... 210
Low profile tire ........................................ 415
Luggage security system .................... 152L
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATIO N AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

626 Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance........... 391
General maintenance .....................387
Maintenance data ............................. 536
Maintenance requirements.......... 384
Maintenance system ......................111, 129
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 453
Master warning light ........................... 455
Meter
Changing the display............... 94, 100
Indicators................................................... 87
Instrument panel light
control .......................................... 94, 100
Meters..................................................91, 96
Multi-information display ....... 103, 118
Operating the meter control
switches ....................................... 106, 119
Settings ...............................................111, 129
Warning lights ........................................86
Warning message ............................ 460
Micro dust and pollen filter ..............338
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ......................176
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................................... 338
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 178
Vanity mirrors ......................................354 Moon roof .................................................186
Door lock linked
moon roof operation......................187
Jam protection function....................187
Operation............................................... 186
Multi-information display........... 103, 118
Audio system-linked ................ 103, 118
Drive information...................... 108, 122
Dynamic radar cruise control .....268
“F” content ............................................... 124
G-force .................................................... 127
Lap timer.................................................. 124
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 265
Navigation system-linked ..... 103, 118
Settings .............................................. 111, 129
switch settings........................ 111, 129
Switching the display ................106, 119
Torque distribution ............................. 126
Warning message.............................460
Navigation system
* Noise from under vehicle ........................8M
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