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I don't see any mention of a label in the Tester's manual 6.1.6 Coupling mechanisms and towing equipment You must inspect all types of coupling mechanisms and towbars fitted to the rear of a vehicle, including fifth-wheel couplings. You don't need to inspect emergency towing eyes. You must remove tow ball covers to inspect the tow ball. If coupling mechanisms are behind access panels in the bumper, bodywork or removable panel, you must remove them to inspect the coupling mechanism unless tools are needed to do this. When checking coupling mechanisms, you may also need to check inside the luggage compartment and lift loose fitting mats or carpet. You must test retractable towbars in their ‘in-use’ position. However, if you need tools to do this, you don't need to do it. If a tow ball or pin isn't fitted at the time of test – because it's detachable, it's been unbolted or otherwise removed – but the attachment brackets are still in place, the brackets should still be assessed unless they have been deliberately rendered unfit for further use. There might be movement (‘play’) in some detachable tow balls between the receiver socket and the tapered swan neck fitting, with up to 3mm movement measured at the ball end. You must reject the following: pins, jaws or hooks that've worn by more than 25% of their original thickness pin locating holes that've been worn or elongated by more than 25% of their original diameter tow balls that are obviously excessively worn Many ‘bolt-on’ type tow balls have accessory devices between the tow ball and its mounting flange. You should only reject these if their fitment is clearly likely to adversely affect the roadworthiness of the vehicle and its trailer. https://www.mot-testing.service.gov.uk/documents/manuals/class3457/Section-6-Body-Structure-and-Attachments.html#section_6.1.6

Looks very much like it. You now have a hole where the fixing should be, so offer it up and see if it screws in?

Just curious but why do you want the label?

Check the seat runners for obstructions, dirt and general muck.

You need to use a dial gauge to check the run-out. You need to mount the disc on a known true surface though. That said I've never experienced warped discs, ever. I've had vibration on brake application, turned out to be pad material deposited on the disc. A couple of heavy stops from speed sorted it out. I did have issues with a SEAT many years back where the dealer changed the discs due to wear and within a month I had pulsing and vibration on braking. Discs swapped out under warranty. All well for another month or so, then vibration. Again new discs, again same problem. Finally the dealer contacted VW/SEAT technical only to be told the hubs need to changed, if they can't be cleaned up properly. New hubs and discs fitted, no problems over final 5yrs of ownership.

I usually hear the one on my car as soon as I open the driver's door, only last a few seconds. The aircon only comes on when the hybrid system is started.

But the same issue? Well, not exactly the same, just a different part of the fuel system? Seems these models suffer from a poorly installed/designed/material specs fuel system?

The electric compressor for the aircon?

DVSA lists the recall https://www.dft.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/searches/expand.asp?uniqueID=0287C84C22D21ADB80257D720035DB90&freeText=Blank&tx=

All you ever wanted to know about Mark Levinson in the Lexus range https://www.marklevinson.com/in-lexus.html

Just doesn't ring true somehow. ....

Or simply starting to maintain engine temperature?

This is the gizmo one needs http://www.tomsracing.co.jp/products/parts/detailseng.php?mprID=334

Here's a max speed calculator. Fairly meaningless as it ignores drag etc, etc.. http://www.boosttown.com/gearbox_differential/speed_calculator.php RC-F tech spec http://media.toyota.co.uk/wp-content/files_mf/1418052436LEXUSRCFUKtechnicalspecifications.pdf

https://lexusenthusiast.com/2018/05/09/video-lexus-rc-f-hits-top-speed-of-176-miles-per-hour/

There is difference in driving 'feel' but I wouldn't want to say which is better. One becomes used to either and to be fair, in day to day driving makes little difference IMHO

RWD vs. FWD?

Someone with Techstream should be able to find out, see if there's an option to remove it. Is the RC-F limited in all regions?

Congratulations, lovely looking car I'll second the service from Lexus Swindon, very attentive and never rushed.

Best is subjective but I'd suggest starting with the recommended pressures as listed. See how the car feels ride wise, comfortable? Handling ok? Last metric is are the tyres wearing evenly?

And driving position .. Should be fairly easy to make something suitable from a dark felt material?

Very much so

This is the thread detailing battery replacement

I do get a reflection from the binnacle part of the dash in my RC but never bad enough to worry me. Never had it in previous cars (Mercedes) The Americans are very keen on dash covers, if only to protect them from fading in the intense sunshine. Have you checked the market in the States. I used Amazon to buy a couple of easy-on Lexus seat covers only available in the US. As easy as buying from UK Amazon..

The batteries can be replaced but it would be a DIY job as they are not designed for maintenance, Lexus will simply replace the complete sensor(s). IIRC they are ~£80 each The tyres will need to be removed and the new sensor will need to be registered to the car's system. There is a thread on the forum detailing the DIY replacement of the battery in the sensor. Battery is cheap less than £5 but requires soldering in place and re-potting to seal it in. The tyre will still need removing and re balancing in all cases.