brake fluid LEXUS RCF 2019 User Guide

4076-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC F_U 6
Maintenance and care ■
Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the
tank.
■
Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items. ■
Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.Brake fluid 
RC350/RC300 
RC F
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
WARNING ■
When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your ey es, flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience di scomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE ■
If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent ref illing, there may be a serious problem.

4517-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U 7
When trouble arises ●
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air co nditioning after use is normal.)●
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear ●
Engine coolant temperature gauge cont inually points higher than normal.●
Changes in exhaust sound ●
Excessive tire squeal when cornering ●
Strange noises related to the suspension system ●
Pinging or other noises related to the engine ●
Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly ●
Appreciable loss of power ●
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking ●
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road ●
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy f eeling, pedal almost touches the floorIf you think something is wrong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4537-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U 7
When trouble arises
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system . However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. (If equipped)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. (U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

462 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U Indicates that the vehicle has deviated from the lane
(while the LDA [Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol] system is operating)
The lane line on the side the vehicle has deviated from
flashes in amber.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Check around the vehicle and back to inside of the
lane lines.
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the
vehicle may be dangerous.
Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed
The system also indicates which doors are not fully
closed.
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h),
flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate
that the door(s) are not yet fully closed.
 Make sure that both side doors are closed.Warning message Details/Actions(Flashes)
(U.S.A.) (Canada) (Flashes)

5478-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RC F_U * 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)

617Alphabetical index
RC F_U 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”.

622 Alphabetical index
RC F_U First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 353
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire.............. 489
Vehicles with emergency tire
puncture repair kit......................... 502
Floor mats ................................................... 30
Fluid
Automatic transmission ................. 545
Brake ........................................................547
Washer ...................................................... 411
Fog lights .................................................. 232
Replacing light bulbs ........................439
Switch....................................................... 232
Footwell light .......................................... 347
Wattage ................................................. 553
Front fog lights ....................................... 232
Replacing light bulbs ........................439
Switch....................................................... 232
Front passenger occupant
classification system ..............................51
Front seats .................................................. 161
Adjustment ............................................... 161
Cleaning .................................................. 381
Correct driving posture .................... 32
Driving position memory ................ 166
Head restraints ....................................... 171
Jam protection function ................... 162
Power easy access system ............ 166
Seat heaters ..........................................345
Seat position memory....................... 166
Seat ventilators ....................................346 Front turn signal lights .......................... 221
Replacing light bulbs ........... 434, 439
Turn signal lever ................................... 221
Wattage .................................................553
Fuel............................................................... 241
Capacity.................................................540
Fuel gauge ........................................ 91, 96
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 452
Information............................................554
Refueling .................................................. 241
Type............................................. 540, 554
Warning light .......................................455
Fuel consumption
Average fuel economy .......... 108, 122
Current fuel
consumption............................ 108, 122
Fuel filler door.......................................... 241
If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ......................... 243
Refueling .................................................. 241
Fuel gauge ...........................................91, 96
Fuel pump shut off system .................452
Fuses...........................................................429F