parking brake LEXUS RCF 2018 Owner's Guide

532 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Stop the engine. Set the parking br ake 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
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. 1
2
3
4
5

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)

5778-2. Customization
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U) 8
Vehicle specifications ■
Seat belt reminder (  P. 455)■
Vehicle customization ●
When the smart access system with push-button start is off, the entry unlock function
cannot be customized. ●
When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the timer activated auto-
matic door lock function activates, signals will be generated in accordance with the
operation buzzer volume and operational si gnal (Emergency flashers) function set-
tings. ●
Some settings can be changed using a switch or the Center Display. If a setting is
changed using a switch, the ch anged setting will not be refl ected on the Center Display
screen until the engine switch is turn ed off and then to IGNITION ON mode.■
When customizing usin g the Remote Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also,
to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the features. Function Default setting Customized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzer On Off — O 1 2
WARNING ■
During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust
gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This
may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE ■
During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing fea-
tures.

614 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passe nger wearing the seat belts? (  P. 455)●
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (  P. 222)
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
(  P. 453, 460)
●
Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (  P. 80)
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:• Unlock the doors.
• Open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote control.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start the
engine.
●
Is the electronic key left inside th e vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (  P. 460)
●
When a warning light turns on or a wa rning message is displayed, refer to
P. 453, 460. 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

617Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Alarm ............................................................ 80
Anchor brackets ...................................... 60
Antennas (smart access system
with push-button start) ......................156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).........312
Warning light .......................................453
Approach warning............................... 275
Armrest .................................................... 356
ASC
(Active Sound Control)....... 223, 224
Assist grip ................................................358
Audio system
* Automatic headlight leveling
system .....................................................227
Warning light .......................................454
Automatic High Beam ....................... 228
Automatic light control system....... 225
Automatic transmission .......................213
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P ............. 219
M mode ................................................... 216
Paddle shift switches ............... 215, 216
Average fuel
economy .............................136, 137, 138
Average vehicle speed ........................136 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 434
Wattage .................................................553
Battery ...................................................... 408
Battery checking ............................... 408
If the vehicle battery
is discharged .................................... 522
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 320
Warning light ....................................... 453
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 290
Brake
Fluid .......................................................... 407
Parking brake .......................................222
Warning light ....................................... 453
Brake assist ............................................... 312
Break-in tips ............................................. 193
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control.......................................... 94, 100
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 290
BSM function ....................................... 293
RCTA function .................................... 297 B
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATIO N AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

627Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Odometer ........................................... 91, 96
Oil
Engine oil............................................... 540
Front differential oil........................... 545
Rear differential oil ............................ 546
Opener
Hood ........................................................393
Trunk ........................................................... 151
Outer foot lights.................................... 347
Outside rear view mirrors ..................178
Adjusting and folding........................ 178
Blind spot monitor............................ 290
Linked mirror function
when reversing ..................................179
Mirror position memory .................. 166
Outside rear view
mirror defoggers ........................... 338
Outside temperature...................... 91, 96
Overheating ........................................... 526 Paddle shift switches................... 215, 216
Parking assist sensors
(intuitive parking assist).................. 280
Parking brake .........................................222
Parking lights ..........................................225
Light switch........................................... 225
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 439
PCS (Pre-Collision System)............ 250
Warning light ....................................... 454
Personal lights ....................................... 349
Pop-up display ................................. 111, 129
Power outlet ........................................... 355
Power steering (Electric power
steering system) .................................. 313
Warning light ....................................... 454
Power windows....................................... 182
Door lock linked
window operation ...........................184
Jam protection function................... 183
Operation................................................182
Window lock switch ..........................182
Pre-Collision System (PCS)............ 250
Warning light ....................................... 454O P
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATIO N AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

634 Alphabetical index
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Units ......................................................111, 129
Vanity lights............................................. 354
Wattage ................................................. 553
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 354
Variable Gear Ratio Steering
(VGRS) ...................................................312
Warning message ............................ 460
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics
Integrated Manag ement) ................313
Vehicle data recordings .......................... 9
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated
Management (VDIM) .......................313
Vehicle identification number ......... 537
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) .......................................................312
Ventilators (seat ventilators)............ 346
VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio
Steering) .................................................312
Warning message ............................ 460
VSC
(Vehicle Stability Control) ..............312 Warning buzzers
Approach warning ........................... 275
Brake system ....................................... 462
Downshifting ..........................................218
Intuitive parking assist......................280
Key reminder .......................................485
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 469
Open door ........................................... 454
Open hood........................................... 463
Open moon roof ............................... 473
Open trunk ........................................... 463
Open window ..................................... 473
Pre-collision braking.......................... 251
Seat belt reminder.............................455
Warning lights .......................................... 86
ABS .......................................................... 453
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................. 454
Brake system ....................................... 453
Charging system ............................... 453
Electric power steering .................. 454
Low fuel level .......................................455
LDA indicator...................................... 454
Malfunction indicator lamp........... 453
Master warning light ........................455
Open door ........................................... 454
Parking brake warning light ......... 454
Pre-collision system ......................... 454
Seat belt reminder light ..................455
Slip indicator ........................................ 454
SRS............................................................ 453
Tire pressure ........................................455
Warning messages.............................. 460U
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