maintenance LEXUS RCF 2022 User Guide

2426-1. Maintenance and care
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●Do not bring the nozzle tip close to
boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following
parts. The parts may be damaged if
they come into contact with high-pres-
sure water.
• Traction related parts
•Suspension parts
•Steering parts
• Brake parts
●Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9
in. (30 cm) away from the vehicle
body. Otherwise resin section, such as
moldings and bumpers, may be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not
continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.
●Do not spray the lower part of the
windshield continuously.
If water enters the air conditioning sys-
tem intake located near the lower part of
the windshield, the air conditioning sys-
tem may not oper ate correctly.
●Do not wash the underside of the vehi-
cle using a high pressure car washer.
●Do not point the nozzle of a high pres-
sure washer at the areas shown in the
illustration, as high pressure water may
damage the oil coolers.
■Hood vent
When washing the vehicle, do not allow a
large amount of wate r to enter the hood
vent at once, such as when using a
bucket, etc. or point the nozzle of a high
pressure washer at the hood vent.
Water may get inside the engine com-
partment and affect the engine and other
components.

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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces
with a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water.
 If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off
with a soft cloth dampened with
neutral detergent diluted to approx-
imately 1%.
Wring out any excess water from the cloth
and thoroughly wipe off remaining traces
of detergent and water.
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type
cleaners available. Use a sponge or brush
to apply the foam. Ru b in overlapping cir-
cles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty surfaces
and let them dry. Excellent results are
obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as
possible.
■Handling the seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water
using a cloth or sponge. Also check the
belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying
or cuts.
■When cleaning the carpeted portions of
the glove box, console box, etc.
If a strong adhesive tape is used, there is a
possibility that the surface of the carpet
could be damaged.
■CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plas-
tic) parts (if equipped)
When cleaning, remove dirt using a soft moist cloth or synthetic chamois, and then
wipe the surface with a soft dry cloth to
remove any remaining moisture.
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior
Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.
Protecting the vehicle interior
WARNING
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehi-
cle.
Doing so may cause electrical compo-
nents, etc. to malfun ction or catch fire.
●Do not get any of the SRS components
or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(P.28)
An electrical malfun ction may cause the
airbags to deploy or not function prop-
erly, resulting in death or serious injury.
■Cleaning the interior (especially
instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner.
The instrument panel may reflect off the
windshield, obstructin g the driver’s view
and leading to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following liquids, as
they may discolor th e vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted
surfaces:
• Center Display: Organic substances such as benzine or gasoline, alkaline
solutions, and alcohol
• Seats: Alkaline solutions, organic sub- stances such as thinner or benzine,
and alcohol
• Other parts: Organic substances such as benzine or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
●Do not use polish wax or polish
cleaner. The instrument panel’s or
other interior part’s painted surface
may be damaged.

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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner.
 Wipe off any excess dirt and dust
with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.
Use a diluted water so lution of approxi-
mately 5% neutral wool detergent.
 Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off all
remaining traces of detergent.
 Wipe the surface with a dry, soft
cloth to remove any remaining
moisture.
Allow the leather to dry in a shaded
and ventilated area.
■Caring for leather areas
Lexus recommends cleani ng the interior of
the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain
the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
 Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner.
 Wipe it off with a soft cloth damp-
ened with neutral detergent diluted
to approximately 1%.
 Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and
water.
NOTICE
■Preventing damage to leather sur-
faces
Observe the following precautions to
avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather
surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, espe-
cially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plas-
tic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather
surface if the vehicle interior heats up
significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system
may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components such
as the audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicl e. Water may also
cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of the wind-
shield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the
lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(
P.153)
■Cleaning the inside of the rear win-
dow
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the
rear window, as this may cause dam-
age to the rear window defogger
heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth
dampened with lukewarm water to
gently wipe the window clean. Wipe
the window in strokes running parallel
to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage
the heater wires or antenna.
Cleaning the leather areas
Cleaning the synthetic leather
areas

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It is recommended that regular mainte-
nance should be performed for areas
that are frequently touched to maintain
quality.
■Routine maintenance
This maintenance is most effective if
performed regularly (around once per
month).
1 Soak a cloth in lukewarm water
(approximately 104°F [40°C]),
wring it out thoroughly and then
wipe the entire body.
Wipe carefully so that the pile is not dishev-
eled. Be sure to prepare a clean cloth.
Once you have wiped the part with the
cloth, rinse it until it is completely clean
before using the cloth again.
2 Once it has dried, use a lint brush
or the like to comb the pile.
■When cleaning the artificial
leather (Alcantara®)
 If liquid is spilled onto the surface,
apply tissue paper or the like to
absorb the liquid.
 If any substance such as mud or cof-
fee dries and becomes stuck to the
surface, use a lint brush or the like to
lightly brush the dirty area and
remove the substance. Then, it is
recommended to clean the dried
substance from the surface using a
vacuum cleaner.
 For oil-based substances, use a dry
cloth or tissue paper to wipe off the substance as much as possible,
while being careful not to spread it.
If the substance still cannot be
removed, use the following procedure
to remove it.
1 Liquid substances: Soak a cloth in
lukewarm water (approximately
104°F [40°C]), wring it out thor-
oughly and then wipe the dirty area
from the outside inward.
Wipe carefully so that the pile is not dishev-
eled. Be sure to prepare a clean cloth and
use the clean portion of it to clean the sur-
face.
Oil-based substances: Dab a cloth soaked
in benzene, lukewarm water or pure ethyl
alcohol (for drinking) within the dirty area
from the outside inward, and then dab a
dry cloth on the dirty area to absorb the
substance.
2 If the pile on the surface is dishev-
eled, use a lint brush or the like to
lightly brush the surface, and then
allow the surface to dry completely.
■To remove substances adhered to
the pile
To clean dust or other adhered sub-
stances, use a lint brush or the like to
lightly brush the area and remove the
substance. If the substance still cannot
be removed, use adhesive tape to
remove it.
*:Alcantara® is a registered trademark of
Alcantara S.p.A.
Cleaning the artificial leather
(Alcantara
®*) areas (if
equipped)
NOTICE
■When driving
Areas that are frequently touched are
more likely to attract dirt. Ensure that
your hands are clean before touching
anything.

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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to artificial
leather (Alcantara®)
Observe the following precautions to
avoid damage to and deterioration of
artificial leather (Alcantara
®):
●Do not apply excessive force
●Do not dig your nails into it
●Do not rub it with your hands
●Do not touch it if your hands are dirty
■When using adhesive tape
If a strong adhesive tape is used, there is
a possibility that the surface of the carpet
could be damaged.

2476-2. Matte paint care guide (if equipped)
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6-2.Matte paint care guide (if equipped)
Illustrations in this manual are simplified for explanation and may not represent the actual
vehicle.
Top coat (clear): A transpar ent coating which protects the lower layers of paint.
Some clear coats enhance the appearan ce through improved color depth or
gloss.
Top coat (base): Paint which gives the vehicle body its color.
Intermediate coat: Enhances the top coat finish and durability.
Primer: Enhances the rust resistance of st eel parts of the vehicle body. Primer is
also applied to the inner side of ve hicle body and structural components.
Basic knowledge abou t matte clear coat
The body of a vehicle is painted with la yers of several different coatings to
enhance its durability and appearance. The top layer is called a clear coat.
Unlike a normal clear coat, which enhances the glossy appearance of the base
paint, matte clear coat gives the base paint a non-glossy finish with a unique
texture.
In order to ensure the longevity of the matte clear coat and its texture, special
care must be taken when cleaning the vehicle.
Basic paint structure
A
B
C
D

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Maintenance and care
If the painted surfaces of the vehicle
are dirty, wash the vehicle immediately.
(Washing your vehicle P.251)
Dirt
Due to the slight unevenness, matte
clear coat surfaces are more likely to
trap dirt and other foreign matter com-
pared to normal clear coat surfaces. If dirt or foreign matter is left on the
vehicle, it may settle into the textured
surface of the matte clear coat, making
it more difficult to remove. Additionally,
as the surface of the matte clear coat
will become more flat when dirty, the
vehicle body will start to look glossy,
ruining the textured finish.
Therefore, make sure to clean the vehi-
cle regularly and not allow dirt to
remain on the vehicle for extended
periods of time.
If dirt or foreign matter is allowed to
settle and cannot be cleaned off with
normal washing, it will be necessary to
remove the dirt with the upper layer of
the textured finish and then to repaint
the entire part.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
■Materials that may become difficult to
remove
The following are likely to settle into the
vehicle body and should be cleaned off
immediately.
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
A

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it appear more glossy, possibly perma-
nently losing its matte properties.
In order to maintain the matte finish
when repairing damage, it will be nec-
essary to repaint the entire part.Working from top to bottom, liber-
ally apply water to the vehicle body,
wheel wells and underside of the
vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
 Wash the vehicle body using a
sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
 For hard-to-remove marks, use car
wash soap and rinse thoroughly with
water.
 Wipe away any water.Washing your vehicle
Washing the vehicle by hand is rec-
ommended.
How to wash your vehicle
NOTICE
■Avoiding damage to the painted sur-
faces
Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the painted surfaces of your
vehicle may be damaged and perma-
nently lose their matte properties.
●When washing the vehicle, do not use
a brush.
●Do not use rubbing or polishing com-
pounds (ex. scratch remover).
●Do not rub the vehicle body.

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■Vehicle washing products (P.251)
Sand, pollen, and other par-
ticulate matterWash off with water immediately.
If the contaminants are allowed to remain on the vehicle,
they may settle into the matt e clear coat, making it more
glossy, possibly causing it to permanently lose its matte
properties.
Asphalt (tar)
Water repellent glass coating
Remove immediately.
Even if removed, depending on the contaminant, the matte
clear coat may be damaged, possibly permanently losing its
matte properties.Glass treatment remover
Tire cleaner
Gasoline
Oil
Washer fluid
QuestionAnswer
What should I use to wipe off
dirt?
Use a soft chamois cloth.What should I use to dry the
vehicle?
Can I use a water stain
remover?Lexus does not recommend the use of water stain remov-
ers, as they may damage the matte clear coat.
Can the vehicle be waxed?No. Do not wax the vehicle or apply a coating to the vehicle
body, as they may cause the ma tte clear coat to lose its
matte texture.
Can a coating be applied to
the vehicle body?
Can I use an iron remover?No, as it may cause the matte clear coat to lose its matte
texture
Can I use tar and pitch
remover?No, as they may damage the matte clear coat.
Can I use a matte paint
cleaner/wax?Lexus does not recommend the use of matte paint cleaners
or waxes, as they may cause th e matte clear coat to lose its
matte texture.
ItemAnswer

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6-3.Maintenance
■Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts
be used for repairs to ensure performance
of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used
in replacement or if a repair shop other than
a Lexus dealer performs repairs, confirm
the warranty coverage.
■Allow inspection and repairs to be per-
formed by a Lexus dealer
●Lexus technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up to date with the
latest service information. They are well
informed about the operations of all sys-
tems on your vehicle.
●Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves
that the maintenance that has been per-
formed is under warra nty coverage. If any
problem should arise while your vehicle is
under warranty, your Lexus dealer will
promptly take care of it.
General maintenance should be per-
formed on a daily basis. This can be
done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer.
Scheduled maintenance should be
performed at specified intervals
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.
For details about ma intenance items and
schedules, refer to the “Warranty and Ser-
vice Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
■Resetting the message indicating main-
tenance is required
After the required maintenance is pre-
formed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedures
described below:
1 Select on the multi-information dis-
play. ( P.81)
2 Press the or meter control
switch on the steeri ng wheel to select
“Vehicle Settings” then “Scheduled
Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical driv-
ing, day-to-day care and regular
maintenance are essential. It is the
owner’s responsibility to perform
regular checks. Lexus recommends
the maintenance below.
WARNING
■If your vehicle is not properly main-
tained
Improper maintenance could result in
serious damage to the vehicle and possi-
ble death or serious injury.
■Handling of the battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and
other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehi-
cles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth
defects or other re productive harm.
Avoid exposure and wash any affected
area immediately.
●Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contai n lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause
brain damage. Wash your hands after
handling. ( P.269)
General maintenance
Scheduled maintenance