About Lexus RC 350
Lexus RC 350 is a compact premium coupé manufactured by the extraordinary Japanese automaker Toyota's luxury automotive division Lexus since 2014. The first Lexus RC 350 was introduced in 2014 as the first-generation RC. "RC" in its name stands for "Radical Coupe". Built based on Lexus IS (XE30) sedan and borrowed styling from LF-LC concept, Lexus RC 350 manage to distill Lexus' traditional refinement into a sporty two-door package.
Lexus RC 350 made its debut at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show as a 2-door coupé and went on sale in United States in November 2014. It was offered in base and RC 350 F Sport trim levels available both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. And premium package including heated and ventilated front seats, auto-dimming side mirrors and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, luxury package including those items plus automatic wipers, perforated leather upholstery, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and driver memory settings and all-weather package offering headlight washer, windshield wiper deicer and a supplementary electric cabin heater are also available. And Lexus RC 350 is powered by a 3.5 L 2GR-FSE V6 gasoline engine that could produce 306 hp and 277 pound feet of torque, and this engine is fitted along with either an 8-speed or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Lexus RC 350 Common Problems & Maintenance Tips
Possessing impeccable interior craftsmanship, sophisticated ride quality and smooth power, Lexus RC 350 is very popular among people from all ranks. However, no matter how tough it is built, Lexus RC 350 can wear and tear and stars to have problems as follows:
First, engine failure. This is the most common problem on any vehicle without exception for Lexus RC 350. Some experienced Lexus RC 350 drivers are so kind to offer some signs for owners to diagnose engine issue. They told that at first, the engine would make some strange sound such as whining or squealing, then the engine starts to run roughly or be in poor high idle. Gradually, the vehicle starts to suffer from starting issues and engine performance plunges dramatically so that loss of power while acceleration and poor fuel efficiency appear. If the Check Engine Light in your Lexus RC 350 also comes on, please get the spark plug, drive belt, oxygen sensor, oil filter and air filter inspected as soon as possible.
Second, suspension failure. You may know properly-working suspension system would let occupants in your Lexus RC 350 free from discomforts while driving, however, it is also a vulnerable system. In general, once it starts to wear and tear, you could hear clunking or roaring noises from tire area, which also would create uneven tire wear. Then the excessive vibration through the steering wheel and plays in wheels would make it difficult to handle your Lexus RC 350. Under these situations, you should inspect the RC 350 sway bar kit, wheel bearing, ball joint and strut housing immediately.
In fact, other parts in Lexus RC 350 are also very vulnerable but get ignored by you mostly. RC 350 emblem, for example, would fall off or be loose if used for a long time. As the symbol of your vehicle that could affect your vehicle's appearance, you need to maintain it on a regular basis and replace it in time. Wiper blade is also important in offering better visibility by sweeping off debris from windscreen. Maintain it routinely as well.
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