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LS500h_OM_(U)_1810

Driving

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle.....................

160

Cargo and luggage...................

166

Vehicle load limits......................

168

Trailer towing...............................

168

Dinghy towing .............................

169

4-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch ............

170

EV drive mode ............................

174

Hybrid transmission ..................

176

Turn signal lever..........................

182

Parking brake ..............................

183

Brake Hold....................................

185

4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Headlight switch.........................

187

AHB (Automatic High Beam)

.........................................................

190

Windshield wipers and washer

.........................................................

192

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap......

197

4-5. Using the driving support sys-

tems

Lexus Safety A.........

199

Lexus Safety 2.0....

206

PCS (Pre-Collision System) (vehi-

cles with Lexus Safety
A) ...................................................

212

PCS (Pre-Collision System) (vehi-

cles with Lexus Safety
2.0)...............................................

223

FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert)

.......................................................

230

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ....

233

Dynamic radar cruise control with

full-speed range......................

245

RSA (Road Sign Assist)..........

255

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....

258

PKSA (Parking Support Alert)

.......................................................

263

Intuitive parking assist.............

265

RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)

function.........................................

271

RCD (Rear Camera Detection)

function.......................................

275

PKSB (Parking Support Brake)

.......................................................

278

Parking Support Brake function

(static objects).........................

284

Parking Support Brake function

(rear-crossing vehicles) ......

290

Parking Support Brake function

(rear pedestrians) ..................

294

Driving mode select switch ..

297

Electronically modulated air sus-

pension.......................................

298

Driving assist systems..............

302

4-6. Driving tips

Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....

307

Winter driving tips....................

309

Summary of Contents for LS500h

Page 1: ...ecessary for driving Main topics Starting hybrid system refueling Interiorfeatures Usage of the interior features Main topics Air conditioner storage features Maintenance andcare Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures Main topics Interior and exterior light bulbs Whentrouble arises What to do in case of malfunction and emergency Main topics Battery discharge flat tire Vehicle specifica...

Page 2: ...6 Gauges and meters except F SPORT models 81 Gauges and meters F SPORT models 85 Multi information display 90 Head up display 96 Energy monitor consumption screen 100 3 1 Keyinformation Keys 108 3 2 Opening closingandlocking the doors andtrunk Doors 112 Trunk 116 Smart access system with push but ton start 123 3 3 Adjustingtheseats Front seats 131 Power rear seat 138 Driving position memory 142 Re...

Page 3: ...with full speed range 245 RSA Road Sign Assist 255 BSM Blind Spot Monitor 258 PKSA Parking Support Alert 263 Intuitive parking assist 265 RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert function 271 RCD Rear Camera Detection function 275 PKSB Parking Support Brake 278 Parking Support Brake function static objects 284 Parking Support Brake function rear crossing vehicles 290 Parking Support Brake function rear pedes...

Page 4: ...06 Air conditioning filter 408 Electronic key battery 409 Checking and replacing fuses 411 Light bulbs 414 7 1 Essential information Emergency flashers 416 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency 416 If the vehicle is trapped in rising water 417 7 2 Steps totakeinanemergency If your vehicle needs to be towed 419 If you think something is wrong 423 If a warning light turns on or a warn in...

Page 5: ...s 479 8 3 Initialization Items to initialize 494 9 1 Forowners Reporting safety defects for U S owners 496 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners in French 496 SRS airbag instructions for Cana dian owners in French 498 What to do if Troubleshooting 506 Alphabetical Index 509 9 Forowners Index ...

Page 6: ...ir performance repair or replacement or for any dam age they may cause to or adverse effect they may have on your Lexus vehicle This vehicle should not be modified with non genuine Lexus products Modification with non genuine Lexus products could affect its performance safety or durability and may even vio late governmental regulations In addi tion damage or performance problems resulting from the...

Page 7: ...thout notification to you Data usage Lexus may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose malfunctions con duct research and development and improve quality Lexuswillnotdisclosetherecordeddatato a third party except With the consent of the vehicleowneror with the consent of the lessee if the vehi cle is leased In response to an official request by the police a court of law or a government ...

Page 8: ...y identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR spe cial equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer otherparties suchaslawenforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Disclosure of the EDR data Lexuswill not discl...

Page 9: ...eath or serious injury Defensive driving Always drive defen sively Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents Driver distraction Always give your full attention to driving Anything that dis tracts the driver such as adjusting con trols talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you...

Page 10: ...d could cause damage to or a malfunction in the vehi cle or its equipment Indicates operating or working procedures Fol low the steps in numeri cal order Symbolsin illustrations Symbols Meanings Indicates the action pushing turning etc used to operate switches and other devices Indicates the outcome of an operation e g a lid opens Symbols Meanings Indicates the component or position being explaine...

Page 11: ...10 Searching by name Alphabetical index P 509 Searching by installation position Pictorial index P 12 Searching by symptomorsound What to do if Troubleshooting P 506 Searching by title Table of contents P 2 How to search ...

Page 12: ...P 443 Warning lights warning messages P 424 434 Trunk P 116 Opening from inside the cabin P 118 Opening from outside P 119 Opening by using the mechanical key P 443 Warning lights warning messages P 424 434 Outsiderear view mirrors P 152 Adjusting the mirror angle P 152 Folding the mirrors P 153 Driving position memory P 142 Defogging the mirrors P 323 Windshieldwipers P 192 A B C D ...

Page 13: ...re warning system P 392 Coping with flat tires P 439 Hood P 382 Opening P 382 Engine compartment cover P 385 Engine oil P 460 Coping with overheating P 450 Warning messages P 434 Headlights corneringlights P 187 Parkinglights daytime runninglights P 187 Turn signal lights P 182 Taillights P 187 Stop lights Hill start assist control P 302 License plate lights P 187 Back up lights Changing the shift...

Page 14: ...ll not start P 440 Warning messages P 434 Shiftlever P 176 Changing the shift position P 178 Precautions for towing P 419 Meters P 81 85 Reading the meters adjusting the instrument panel light P 81 83 85 89 Warning lights indicator lights P 76 When a warning light turns on P 424 Multi informationdisplay P 90 Display P 90 Energy monitor P 101 When a warning message is displayed P 434 A B C D ...

Page 15: ... P 187 AHB Automatic High Beam P 190 Windshieldwiperandwasher switch P 192 Usage P 192 Adding washer fluid P 389 Warning messages P 434 Emergency flasherswitch P 416 Hood lock releaselever P 382 Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P 150 Adjustment P 150 Driving position memory P 142 Airconditioningsystem P 323 Usage P 323 Rear window defogger P 323 Audiosystem Brakeholdswitch P 185 Trunkop...

Page 16: ...h 1 2 Instrumentpanellightcontrolswitches P 83 89 ODOTRIP switch P 83 89 VSCOFFswitch P 303 Snow mode switch P 179 Drivingmode select switch P 297 Trunkopener switch P 118 Fuelfillerdoor opener switch P 198 1 If equipped 2 Refer to NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL A B C D E F G H ...

Page 17: ...P 142 Mode change button P 133 Window lock switch P 156 Outsiderear view mirrorswitches P 152 Doorlock switches P 114 Powerwindow switches P 154 Rear door sunshade switches P 357 If equipped Metercontrolswitches P 91 Paddle shiftswitches P 180 181 A B C D E F A B ...

Page 18: ... 245 Audioremotecontrolswitches Talk switch Refer to NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Remote Touch 1 P 314 Seatswitch P 132 Rear sunshade switch 2 P 358 EVdrive mode switch P 174 Vehicle height adjustment switch 2 P 298 Pposition switch P 178 1 Refer to NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL 2 If equipped C D E F G H A B C D E F ...

Page 19: ... Head restraints P 147 Seatbelts P 24 Insidelockbuttons P 114 Consolebox P 348 Cupholders P 347 Assist grips P 354 Coathooks P 354 Rear MultiOperationPanel 1 P 318 Rear seat entertainment system 1 2 1 If equipped 2 Refer to NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL A B C D E F G H I J K L ...

Page 20: ...witches P 156 Personallights P 342 SOS button P 58 Auxiliary box P 349 Vanity mirrors P 357 Sunvisors P 356 Door linkedinterior light switch P 342 Insiderearview mirror P 151 Garage door openerbuttons P 360 Interiorlight P 342 If equipped A B C D E F G H I J ...

Page 21: ...airbags 29 Pop Up Hood 38 Front passenger occupant classifi cation system 40 Exhaust gas precautions 44 1 2 Childsafety Riding with children 45 Child restraint systems 45 1 3 LexusEnform Lexus Enform Safety Connect 58 1 4 Hybridsystem Hybrid system features 63 Hybrid system precautions 66 1 5 Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system 71 Alarm 73 ...

Page 22: ...hile driving An unexpect edly high speed may result or it may become difficult to stop the vehicle This could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury When installing the driver s floor mat Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year vehicles even if they are Lexus Genu ine floor mats Only use floor mats designed for the driver s seat Always install the ...

Page 23: ...adjusttheseatand mirrortoanappropriate position beforedriving Correct driving posture WARNING For safe driving Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury A B C D Do not adjust the position of the driver s seat while driving Doingsocouldcausethedrivertolose control of the vehicle Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback A ...

Page 24: ...not wear the shoulder belt under your arm Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips Pregnant women Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way P 25 Women who are pregnant should posi tion the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occupants extending the shoulder belt completely over the shoulder and avoid ing belt contact with the r...

Page 25: ...ocked and the belt is not twisted If the seat belt does not function cor rectly immediately contact your Lexus dealer Replace the seat assembly including the belts if your vehicle has been involved in a serious accident even if there is no obvious damage Do not attempt to install remove modify disassemble or dispose of the seat belts Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Lexus dealer Inap...

Page 26: ... the seat belt buckle for the corresponding seat will move outward automatically The buckle will retract automatically after the plate is inserted and locked to the buckle When exiting the vehicle driver s seat only If the power switch is turned off when the driver s seat belt is fastened the driver s seat belt buckle will move out ward The buckle will retract automati cally when the driver s seat...

Page 27: ...he vehicle is involved in multiple colli sions the pretensioner will activate for the first collision but will not activate for the second or subsequent collisions Adjustingtheseatbeltshoulder anchorheight frontseats WARNING Adjustable shoulder anchor Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder The belt should be kept away from your neck but not falling off ...

Page 28: ...ndicate a malfunc tion Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 WARNING Do not place anything such as a cush ion on the front passenger s seat Doing so will disperse the passenger s weight which prevents the sensor from detecting the passenger s weight properly As a result the seat belt pre tensionerforthefrontpassenger sseat may not activate in the event of a colli sion If the pretens...

Page 29: ...lp provide driver and front passenger protection SRS side and curtain shield airbags SRS front side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants SRS rear side airbags Can help protect the torso of occupants in the rear outer seats SRS airbags TheSRSairbagsinflatewhenthevehicleissubjectedtocertaintypesofsevere impactsthatmaycausesignificantinjurytotheoccupants Theyworktogether wit...

Page 30: ... rear seat occupants SRS airbag system components Front passenger occupant classification system ECU and sensors Side impact sensors front door Knee airbags Front passenger airbag Curtain shield airbags AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights Front side airbags Side impact sensors front SRS warning light Rear side airbags Seat belt pretensioners Driver airbag Seat cushion airbags if equipped R...

Page 31: ...ights will be con trolled automatically P 302 The interior lights will turn on automati cally P 343 The emergency flashers will be turned on automatically P 416 For Lexus Enform Safety Connect sub scribers if any of the following situations occur the system is designed to send an emergency call to the response center notifying them of the vehicle s location without needing to push the SOS but ton ...

Page 32: ...ed of 12 18 mph 20 30 km h Both SRS curtain shield airbags may deploy in the event of a severe side colli sion Both SRS curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of vehicle rollover Both SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy in the event of a severe frontal col lision Conditionsunder which theSRSair bags may deploy inflate other than a collision The SRS front airbags SRS curtain shield ...

Page 33: ... shield airbags do not gen erally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a rear collision if it pitches end over end or if it is involved in a low speed side or low speed frontal collision Collision from the rear Pitching end over end When to contact your Lexus dealer In the following cases the vehicle will require inspection and or repair Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible Any of the SR...

Page 34: ...nd all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force and can cause death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA advises Since the risk zone for the driver s airbag is th...

Page 35: ... the seat belt the SRS front airbags will judge that the driver and front passen ger are wearing the seat belt even though the seat belt has not been con nected In this case the SRS front air bags may not activate correctly in a collision resulting in death or serious injury in the event of a collision Be sure to wear the seat belt with the seat belt extender The SRS front passenger airbag also de...

Page 36: ...ssenger seats toward the door or put their head or hands outside the vehicle Do not attach anything to or lean any thing against areas such as the dash board steering wheel pad and lower portion of the instrument panel These items can become projectiles when the SRS driver front passenger and knee airbags deploy Do not attach anything to areas such as a door windshield side windows front or rear p...

Page 37: ...m replaced by your Lexus dealer Do not place anything such as a cush ion on the front passenger s seat Doing so will disperse the passenger s weight which prevents the sensor from detecting the passenger s weight properly As a result the SRS front air bags for the front passenger may not deploy in the event of a collision Modification and disposal of SRS air bag systemcomponents Do not dispose of ...

Page 38: ... other situations such as the following the system may operate when an impact is applied to the lower part of the vehicle or front bumper Colliding with a curb Falling into a deep hole Landing hard Hitting the slope of a parking lot an undulating road a protruding object or falling object Conditions under which the Pop Up Hood may not operate properly If a pedestrian collides with the right or lef...

Page 39: ...ving as the system may not operate properly if the hood is not fully closed Make sure that all 4 tires are of the specified size and inflated to the speci fied tire pressure If tires of a different size are used the system may not operate properly If something has hit the area around the front bumper the sensors may be damagedevenifthePopUpHoodhas not operated Have the vehicle inspected by your Le...

Page 40: ...ionsystem Thissystemdetectstheconditionsofthefront passenger seatandactivates or deactivatesthefrontpassengerairbag and frontpassenger kneeairbag Systemcomponents A B C D E F WARNING Front passenger occupant classifica tion system precautions Observe the following precautions regarding the front passenger occupant classification system Failure to do so may cause death or seri ous injury Wear the s...

Page 41: ...ate in the event of a severe accident If the seatback touches the rear seat return the seatback to a position where it does not touch the rear seat Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is moving Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of the seat belt system If an adult sits in the front passenger seat the AIR BAG ON indicator light is i...

Page 42: ...g Activated Front passenger knee airbag Indicator warninglight AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights AIR BAG OFF or AIR BAG ON 4 SRS warning light Off Driver s and front passenger s seat belt reminder light Off 2 or flashing 3 Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated or acti vated 4 Front passenger knee airbag Indicator warninglight AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights AIR BAG OFF 6...

Page 43: ...y sique or posture 5 Never install a rear facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat A for ward facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable P 45 6 In case the indicator light is not illuminated consult this manual on how to install the child restraint system properly P 46 Indicator warninglight AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF ...

Page 44: ... at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible When parking If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area or a closed area such as a garage stop the hybrid system Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system on for a long time If such a situation cannot be avoided park the vehicle in an open space and ensurethatexhaustfumesdonotenter the vehicle interior Do not leave the hybrid system operat ing in ...

Page 45: ...ng or operating the power window accidentally P 115 156 Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or pinch body parts such as the power window hood trunk seats etc WARNING When children arein thevehicle Never leave children unattended in the vehicle and never allow children to have or use the key Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral There is...

Page 46: ...lled on the rear seat According to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat Holding a child in your or someone else sarms isnotasubstituteforachild restraint system In an accident the child can be crushed against the wind shield or between the holder and the interior of the vehicle Handling thechild restraint system If the child restra...

Page 47: ... and install the child restraint system Move the front seat fully rearward Adjust the seatback angle to the most upright position Adjust the front of the seat cushion to the lowest position Adjust the seat height to the upper most position Adjust the lumbar support to the lowest position Adjust the shoulder bolster to the Installation method Page Seat belt attachment P 49 Child restraint LATCH anc...

Page 48: ... seatback to the rearmost position Adjust the front of the seat cushion to the lowest position Adjust the head restraint to the low est and rearmost position Adjust the shoulder bolster to the lowest position Adjust the lumbar support to the lowest position Adjust the pelvic support to the low est position Disable the automatic rear seat operation P 318 For the rear seat with an ottoman if equippe...

Page 49: ... the rearmost position and raise the seat to the upper most position even if the AIR BAG OFF indicator light is illuminated Do not allow the child to lean his her head or any part of his her body againstthedooror theareaoftheseat front or rear pillars or roof side rails from which the SRS side airbags or SRScurtainshieldairbagsdeployeven if the child is seated in the child restraint system It is d...

Page 50: ...nd the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode Inlockmode thebeltcannot be extended 5 While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended 6 Af...

Page 51: ...r belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode Inlockmode thebeltcannot be extended 5 While pushing the child restraint system into the rear seat allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended 6 If the child restrain...

Page 52: ...e sure that the belt is not twisted Check that the shoulder belt is correctly positioned over the child s shoulder and that the lap belt is as low as possible P 24 Removingachildrestraint system installed with a seatbelt Press the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt When releasing the buckle the child restraint system may spring up due to the rebound of the seat cushion Release t...

Page 53: ...er When securing some types of child restraint systems in rear seats it may not be possible to properly use the seat belts in positions next to the child restraint without interfering with it or affecting seat belt effectiveness Be sure your seat belt fits snugly across your shoulder and lowonyourhips Ifit does not or if it interferes with the child restraint move to a different posi tion Failure ...

Page 54: ...ck angle until good contact is achieved P 48 2 Open the cover 3 Insert the tab into the slit of the cover The cover will be held open Type A 4 Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint sys tem indicates the presence of a lower connector system Canada only Type B 4 Latch the buckles onto the LATCH anchors For owners in Canada The...

Page 55: ...kets when fixing the top tether strap A A WARNING When installing a child restraint sys tem Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury After securing a child restraint system never adjust the seat When using the LATCH anchors be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child restraint sys...

Page 56: ...r bracket and tighten the top tether strap Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched P 53 Outboard rear seats Hook Top tether strap Rear center seat Hook Top tether strap Laws and regulations pertaining to anchors The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210 2 Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications can be used This vehicle is designed to conform to ...

Page 57: ...estraint system never adjust the seat Follow all installation instructions pro vided by the child restraint system manufacturer Be sure to have the top tether strap pass over the top of the head restraint If the belt passes below the head restraint it is possible that the child restraint system may not be securely fixed NOTICE Anchor brackets for top tether strap When not in use make certain to cl...

Page 58: ...afetyConnect issupportedby Lexus designatedresponsecenter whichoperates24hoursperday 7 daysperweek SafetyConnect service isavailable bysubscriptionon select telemat ics hardware equipped vehicles By usingtheSafety Connectser vice you areagreeing tobe bound bytheTelematicsSubscriptionSer viceAgreementanditsTermsand Conditions asin effect and amendedfromtimetotime a cur rentcopy of which isavailable...

Page 59: ... For safety and security Certification for Lexus Enform Subscribers have the following Safety Connect services available Automatic Collision Notification Helps drivers receive necessary response from emergency service providers P 61 Services ...

Page 60: ...ceive emergency service support Enrollment and Telematics Subscription Service Agreement required A variety of sub scription terms is available charges vary by subscription term selected and loca tion Automatic Collision Notification Emer gency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Location will function in the United States including Hawaii and Alaska Puerto Rico and in Canada and Enhanced Roadside Assis...

Page 61: ...ice report call the Safety Connect response center at 1 800 25 LEXUS 1 800 255 3987 in the United States 1 877 539 8777 in Puerto Rico or 1 800 265 3987 in Canada and follow the prompts for Safety Con nect to initiate this service In addition to assisting law enforce ment with recovery of a stolen vehicle Safety Connect equipped vehicle location data may under certain cir cumstances be shared with...

Page 62: ...usly set by the following U S and international stan dards bodies ANSI American National Stan dards Institute C95 1 1992 NCRP National Council on Radia tion Protection and Measurement Report 86 1986 ICNIRP International Commission on Non Ionizing Radiation Protec tion 1996 Those standards were based on com prehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature Over 120 scientist...

Page 63: ... shift position is in N the hybrid battery traction battery is not being charged When the hybrid battery traction bat tery requires charging or the engine is warmingup etc thegasolineenginewill not automatically stop Duringnormal driving The gasoline engine is predominantly used The electric motor traction motor charges the hybrid battery Hybrid system features Yourvehicleisahybridvehicle It hasch...

Page 64: ... position is in M Depending on the circumstances the gaso line engine may also not stop automatically in other situations Charging the hybrid battery traction battery As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery traction battery the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source However ifthevehicleisleftparked for a long time the hybrid battery traction battery will slowly discha...

Page 65: ...ts on the both sides of the rear seatback Maintenance repair recycling and dis posal Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main tenance repair recycling and disposal Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 When driving with the gasoline engine stopped a sound which changes in accordance with the driving speed will be played in order to warn people ...

Page 66: ...vel surface This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined Electromagnetic waves High voltage parts and cables on hybrid vehicles incorporate electromagnetic shielding and therefore emit approxi mately the same amount of electromag netic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances Your vehicle may cause sound interfe...

Page 67: ...in a safe place to pre vent subsequent accidents While depressing the brake pedal apply the parking brake and shift the shift posi tion to P to stop the hybrid system Then slowly release the brake pedal Do not touch the high voltage parts cables and connectors If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle an electric shock mayoccur Never touchexposedelec tric wires Do not touch the ...

Page 68: ...e part result ing in an electric shock The hybrid battery is intended to be used exclusively with your hybrid vehi cle If the hybrid battery is used outside of your vehicle or modified in any way accidents such as electric shock heat generation smoke generation an explosion and electrolyte leakage may occur When reselling or handing over your vehicle the possibility of an accident is extremely hig...

Page 69: ...d The hybrid system may not start In this case try to start the system again If the READY indicator does not come on con Hybridbattery tractionbat tery airintakevents NOTICE Hybrid battery traction battery air intake vents Make sure not to block the air intake vent with anything such as a seat cover plastic cover or luggage If the vents become blocked the hybrid bat tery traction battery input and...

Page 70: ...70 1 4 Hybrid system LS500h_OM_ U _1810 tact your Lexus dealer ...

Page 71: ...tion If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object If the key is in close proximity to or touch ing a key to the security system key with a built in transponder chip of another vehicle Certification for the immobilizer system For vehicles sold in the U S A Hawaii Guam and Puerto Rico Immobilizer system Thevehicle skeyshavebuilt intran sponder chipsthat preventthe hybridsystem...

Page 72: ...rent system LS500h_OM_ U _1810 For vehicles sold in Canada NOTICE To ensurethe system operates cor rectly Do not modify or remove the system If modified or removed the proper opera tion of the system cannot be guaranteed ...

Page 73: ...Turn the power switch to ACCES SORY or ON mode or start the hybrid system The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds System maintenance The vehicle has a maintenance free type alarm system Triggering of the alarm The alarm may be triggered in the following situations Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system The trunk isopenedusingthe mechanical key A person inside the vehi...

Page 74: ...n the door may automatically lock to prevent improper entry into the vehicle When a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door and the alarm is acti vated While the alarm is activated a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door NOTICE To ensurethe system operates cor rectly Do not modify or remove the system If modified or removed the proper opera tion of the system cannot be guarante...

Page 75: ...tors Vehicle status information andindicators 2 1 Instrumentcluster Warning lights and indicators 76 Gauges and meters except F SPORT models 81 Gauges and meters F SPORT models 85 Multi information display 90 Head up display 96 Energy monitor consumption screen 100 ...

Page 76: ...isplay all warning lights and indicators illuminated Except F SPORT models F SPORT models Warning lights and indicators The warninglights and indicatorson the instrumentcluster center panel and outsiderearviewmirrorsinformthedriverofthestatusofthevehicle svarious systems Warninglightsandindicatorsdisplayedontheinstrumentcluster ...

Page 77: ...26 SRS warning light 1 P 426 Pop Up Hood warning light 1 P 426 U S A ABS warning light 1 P 426 Canada ABS warning light 1 P 426 Brake Override System warn ing light Drive Start Control warning light 2 P 427 red Electric power steering system warning light 1 P 427 yellow Electric power steering system warning light 1 P 427 Low fuel level warning light P 427 Driver s and front passenger s seat belt ...

Page 78: ... state of the vehicle s various systems flashes Canada Parking brake indicator P 431 flashes Brake hold operated indicator 1 P 431 Master warning light 4 P 431 WARNING If a safetysystem warning light does not comeon Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when you start the hybrid system this could mean that these systems are not available to help protect you...

Page 79: ...ator P 174 U S A Parking brake indicator P 183 Canada Parking brake indicator P 183 Brake hold standby indicator 1 P 185 Brake hold operated indicator 1 P 185 EV indicator P 64 Low outside temperature indi cator 5 P 81 85 Security indicator 6 P 71 73 U S A AIR BAG ON OFF indica tor 1 6 P 40 Canada AIR BAG ON OFF indica tor 1 6 P 40 Snow mode indicator P 179 Normal mode indicator P 297 Custom mode ...

Page 80: ...me on or turn off Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer 2 This light comes on when the system is turned off 3 This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors 4 This light illuminates on the multi infor mation display 5 When the outside temperature is approximately37 F 3 C orlower this indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds then stay on 6 This light illuminates on the c...

Page 81: ... Hybrid System Indicator Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level P 82 This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode and can be set to show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display P 94 297 Speedometer Clock Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel P 355 Shift position indicator P 178 Shift range gear position P 176 Fuel gau...

Page 82: ...when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when The Hybrid System Indicator is displayed in the following situations The shift position is in D or M The driving mode is other than sport mode However the Hybrid System Indicator will not be displayed when the analog and digi tal speedometers are both enabled on of the multi information display P 9...

Page 83: ...e should be performed soon or is required is displayed The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted 1 Darker 2 Brighter Brightness of the meters day mode and night mode The brightness of the meters changes between day mode and night mode Day mode When the tail lights are off or WARNING For example there is a lag between the driver sshiftingandthenewgearnumber appearing on the disp...

Page 84: ...84 2 1 Instrument cluster LS500h_OM_ U _1810 when the tail lights are on but the sur rounding area is bright Night mode When the tail lights are on and the surrounding area is dark ...

Page 85: ...ge Displays the engine coolant temperature Outside temperature Displays the outside temperature within the range of 40 F 40 C to 122 F 50 C Hybrid System Indicator Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level P 87 This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode and can be set to show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display P 94 297 Rev indicator P 87 Re...

Page 86: ... outside temperature within the range of 40 F 40 C to 122 F 50 C Clock Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel P 355 Hybrid System Indicator Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level P 82 This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode and can be set to show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display P 94 297 Rev indicator P 87 ...

Page 87: ...he bar display within Eco area more Eco friendly driving can be achieved Power area Shows that an Eco friendly driving range is being exceeded during full power driving etc When used in this manual regeneration refers to the conversion of energy cre ated by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy Revindicator When the engine speed reaches a set speed or the red zone a ring shaped indica...

Page 88: ...ay P 94 Display items Odometer Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven Trip meter A trip meter B Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently Distance until next engine oil WARNING The information display at low tem peratures Allow the interior of the vehicle ...

Page 89: ...played when a warning message indicating that oil mainte nance should be performed soon or is required is displayed The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted 1 Darker 2 Brighter Brightness of the meters day mode and night mode The brightness of the meters changes between day mode and night mode Day mode When the tail lights are off or when the tail lights are on but the sur rou...

Page 90: ...tion Warning or suggestion advice pop up displays are also displayed in certain situations Main meter moved to the right By selecting menu icons on the multi information display a variety of driving related information can be dis played The multi information display can also be used to change display set tings and other vehicle settings Warning or suggestion advice pop up displays are also display...

Page 91: ... information 1 Drive information 2 Energy monitor P 101 Tire pressure P 394 Display off Display items FSPORTmodels Main meter in center position Press or of the meter control switch to display the following items Drive information 1 Drive information 2 Tire pressure P 394 Gear positions Units Display off Drivingsupportsysteminformation Audio system linked display P 93 Driving support system infor ...

Page 92: ...play was reset 1 After start Displays average fuel con sumption since hybrid system start After refuel Displays average fuel con sumption since refuel Average vehicle speed After reset Displays average vehicle speed since the display was reset 1 After start Displays average vehicle speed since hybrid system start Elapsed time Afterreset Displays elapsedtimesincethe display was reset 1 After start ...

Page 93: ...G or greater are generated the G force value display will turn amber and be held for 2 seconds GearPosition FSPORTmodels Displays the current shift range or gear position when the shift position is in D or M Units FSPORT models The units of measure used can be changed while driving Unlike the units setting performed on the settings display the units setting per formed on the drive information disp...

Page 94: ...o set the display of the Hybrid Sys tem Indicator or tachometer for each driv ing mode Rev indicator F SPORT models Select to enable disable the rev indica tor Select to set the engine speed at which the rev indicator amber will begin to be displayed Rev peak F SPORT models Select to enable disable the rev peak EV indicator Select to enable disable the EV indicator Default setting Select to reset ...

Page 95: ...h the headlight switch in after the power switch has been turned off a suggestion mes sage will be displayed asking if you wish to turn the headlights off To turn the headlights off select Yes If a front door is opened after the power switch is turned off this suggestion mes sage will not be displayed Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 NOTICE During settingup the display To preve...

Page 96: ...o destination Street name Compass heading up display Driving support system display area P 99 Speed limit RSA Road Sign Assist display area if equipped Displays the following items Speed limit of the current road linked to the navigation system U S A only RSA Road Sign Assist display P 255 Outside temperature display area Driving information display area Head up display The head up display project...

Page 97: ...temperature may not be dis played or the display may take longer than normal to change When stopped or driving at low speeds less than 12 mph 20 km h When the outside temperature has changedsuddenly attheentrance exitof a garage tunnel etc When or E is displayed the system maybemalfunctioning Takeyourvehicle to your Lexus dealer F G WARNING When using the head up display Check that the position an...

Page 98: ...itch is turned off then back to ON mode Display brightness The brightness of the head up display can be adjusted on of the multi information display Also it is automatically adjusted according to the ambient brightness Head up display automatic position adjustment If the display position is recorded into mem ory the head up display will be automati cally adjusted to the desired position P 142 When...

Page 99: ...display may differ from that dis playedonthemulti informationdisplay For details refer to the explanation of each sys tem icons These icons are linked to the multi information display Master warning icon Displayed when a warning message is dis played on the multi information display P 434 Information icon Displayed when a suggestion pop up dis play P 95 or advice pop up display is displayed on the...

Page 100: ... P 87 Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolu tions per minute Multi information display Center Display Meter control switches MENU button Touchpad HybridSystemIndica tor tachometer A B C D Energymonitor consumption screen Thestate of the hybrid systemcan beviewedon the multi information display and Center Display Theenergymonitororconsump tion screencan be displayed and operated ontheside ...

Page 101: ...ation display Press the or meter control switch and select and then press or toselecttheenergymonitor display Energymonitor When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor traction motor Center Display Multi information display When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor traction motor Center Display Multi information display When the vehicle is powered by the ...

Page 102: ... may vary slightly from actual conditions Hybridbattery tractionbattery status Center Display Low High When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery traction battery Center Display Multi information display When there is no energy flow Center Display Multi information display A B ...

Page 103: ... Average vehicle speed since the hybrid system was started Elapsed time since the hybrid sys tem was started Cruising range Average fuel consumption for the past 15 minutes is divided by color into past averages and averages attained since the power switch was last turned to ON mode Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference The image is an example only and may vary slightly from ac...

Page 104: ... based on your average fuel consumption As a result the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed Display the vehicle information on the side display P 317 and then select or to display the desired screen The image is an example only and may vary slightly from actual conditions Tripinformation typeA Displays the average fuel consumption andregeneratedenergyforthepast10 minu...

Page 105: ..._ U _1810 2 Vehicle status information and indicators tion as a reference Energymonitor Displays the hybrid system operation and energy recovery states Displayed content is the same as that displayed on the multi information dis play P 92 ...

Page 106: ...106 2 1 Instrument cluster LS500h_OM_ U _1810 ...

Page 107: ...ss system with push button start 123 3 3 Adjustingthe seats Front seats 131 Power rear seat 138 Driving position memory 142 Rear seat position memory 146 Head restraints 147 3 4 Adjustingthesteeringwheeland mirrors Steering wheel 150 Inside rear view mirror 151 Outside rear view mirrors 152 3 5 Opening closingthewindows andmoonroof Power windows 154 Moon roof 156 ...

Page 108: ...e card key insert it while pressing the lock release button If the battery coveris not installed and the battery falls out or if the battery was removed because the key got wet rein stall the battery with the positive terminal facing the Lexus emblem When riding inan aircraft When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft make sure you do not press any buttons on the electronic key while inside ...

Page 109: ...hen the doors are unlocked from the outside for approxi mately 10 days after a new electronic key has been registered If this message is displayed but you have not had a new electronic key registered ask your Lexus dealer to check if an unknown electronic key other than those in your possession has been registered NOTICE To prevent key damage Do not drop the keys subject them to strong shocks or b...

Page 110: ...d the card key may stop working If the key is dropped into water or if drinkingwater etc isspilledonthekey immediately remove the battery cover andwipethebatteryandterminals To remove thebattery cover lightly grasp and pull it If the battery is corroded have your Lexus dealer replace the battery Do not crush the battery cover or use a screwdriver to remove the battery cover Forcibly removing the b...

Page 111: ...ted or the entry function does not operate properly you will need the mechanical key P 443 When required to leave the vehicle s key with a parking attendant Turn the trunk opener main switch off P 122 andlocktheglovebox P 346 as circumstances demand Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the elec tronic key only If you loseyour mechanicalkeys P 442 If a wrong key...

Page 112: ...eck that the door is securely locked Wirelessremote control 1 Locks all the doors Check that the door is securely locked 2 Unlocks all the doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver s door Pressing the button again within 5 seconds unlocks the other door Press and hold to open the windows and moon roof This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer Switchingthe door unlock function It is p...

Page 113: ...s cannot be locked even if the lock sensor on the upper part of the door handle is touched by a finger touch the lock sensor with the palm If you are wearing gloves remove them Open door warning buzzer Ifanattempttolockthedoors is madewhen a door is not fully closed a buzzer sounds continuously for 5 seconds Fully close the door to stop the buzzer and lock the vehi cle once more Setting the alarm ...

Page 114: ...the doors while driving Be especially careful for the front doors as the doors may be opened even if the inside lock buttons are in locked position Settherear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear seats When opening or closing a door Check the surroundings of the vehicle such as whether the vehicle is on an incline whether there is enough space for a door to open and whet...

Page 115: ...k posi tion or the child protector lock is set A motor sound may be heard for several seconds after the door closer closes the door This does not indicate a malfunc tion Open door warning buzzer If a door or the trunk is not fully closed a buzzer will sound when the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph 5 km h The open door s or trunk is indicated on the multi information display The door cannot be opened f...

Page 116: ...urn ing the power switch off Trunk Thetrunkcanbe opened using the trunkopenerswitch entryfunction or wirelessremote control Thetrunkcanbe closed using the trunkcloser WARNING Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury Beforedriving Make sure that the trunk lid is fully closed If the trunk lid is not fully closed it may open unexpectedly whiledrivingand...

Page 117: ... the trunk handle is used to fully close the trunk lid it may result in hands or arms being caught Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Lexus parts to the trunk lid Such additional weight on the trunk lid may cause the lid to suddenly shut again after it is opened Trunk easy closer Inthe event that the trunklidis left slightly open the trunk easy closer will automati cally close it to ...

Page 118: ...xhaust pipes to become quite hot When operatingtheHandsFreePowerTrunk Lid be careful not to touch the exhaust pipe Do not operate the Hands Free Power Trunk Lid if there is little space under the rear bumper Jam protection function Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may cause serious injury Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protec tion function The j...

Page 119: ...ey Wireless remote control Press and hold the switch A buzzer will sound and the trunk lid will fully open If the button is pressed while the trunk lid is opening the trunk lid will stop moving HandsFreePower TrunkLid if equipped 1 While carrying an electronic key stand within the smart access sys tem with push button start opera tionarea approximately11 8to19 7 in 30 to 50 cm from the rear bumper...

Page 120: ...closerswitch Press the trunk closer switch A buzzer will sound and the trunk lid will fully close Pressing the switch while the trunk lid is closing opens the trunk lid again Trunk grip Using the trunk grip pull down the trunk lid without applying sideways force and push the trunk lid down from the outside to close it Trunk lid light trunk light The trunk lid light trunk light turns on when the tr...

Page 121: ...osing automatically the trunk lid will stop closing and open if something gets caught Internal trunk release lever The trunk lid can be opened by pulling the glow in the darkleverlocatedontheinside of the trunk lid to the side The lever will continue to glow for some time after the trunk lid is closed Using the mechanical key The trunk can be also opened using the mechanical key P 443 If the trunk...

Page 122: ...e rear bumper such as when the vehicle is being washed or in heavy rain When dirt is wiped off the rear bumper Whenasmallanimalorsmallobject such as a ball moves under the rear bumper When an object is moved from under the rear bumper If someone is swinging their legs while sit ting on the rear bumper If the legs or another part of someone s body contacts the rear bumper while passing by the vehic...

Page 123: ...g attendant P 111 Antenna location Antennas outside the cabin Antennas inside the cabin Antenna inside the trunk Antenna outside the trunk B Smart access system with push button start Thefollowingoperationscanbe performed simplybycarryingthe electronic key includingthecard key onyourperson forexamplein yourpocket Thedriver should always carry theelectronic key Locks and unlocks the doors P 112 Ope...

Page 124: ...or alarm sounds continu ously If KeyDetectedinVehicle isshownon the multi informationdisplay An attempt was made to lock the doors using the smart access system with push button start while the electronic key was still inside the vehicle Retrieve the elec tronic key from the vehicle and lock the doors again Battery saving function The battery saving function will be acti vated in order to prevent ...

Page 125: ...lectric power plant gas station radio station large display airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise When carrying a portable radio cellular phone cordless phone or other wireless communication device When the electronic key is in contact with or is covered by the following metal lic objects Cards to which aluminum foil is attached Cigarette boxes that have a...

Page 126: ...low ing correction procedures to wash the vehicle Place the electronic key in a location 6 ft 2 m or more away from the vehicle Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen Set the electronic key to battery saving mode to disable the smart access system with push button start P 125 If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet during a car wash a message may be shown ...

Page 127: ...ng and unlocking the doors and trunk P 443 Starting the hybrid system P 444 Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 If thesmart access systemwith push button start has been deactivated in a customized setting Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key P 112 119 443 Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch modes P...

Page 128: ...128 3 2 Opening closing and lockingthe doors and trunk LS500h_OM_ U _1810 For vehicles sold in Canada ...

Page 129: ...129 3 2 Opening closing and lockingthe doors and trunk LS500h_OM_ U _1810 3 Before driving ...

Page 130: ...ion can be disabled Ask your Lexus dealer for details such as the frequency of radio waves and tim ing of the emitted radio waves Then consult your doctor to see if you should disable the entry function Users of any electrical medical device other than implantable cardiac pace makers cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators should con sult the manufac...

Page 131: ...ile driving as the seat may unexpectedly moveandcausethedrivertolosecontrol of the vehicle Operating the front passenger s seat from the driver s seat or rear seat Donotoperatethefrontpassenger sseat when a passenger is seated in it In addi tion do not let anyone sit down in the front passenger s seat while the seat is being operated or when the head restraint is being folded The front pas senger ...

Page 132: ...le adjusting a front seat to avoid con tact with the ceiling instrument panel or rear seats the operation of the seat may be restricted orpartsofthe seatother thanthat being adjusted may move Operation after the power switch is turned off After a certain time elapses after the power switch is turned off the following parts of the front seats will move to their neutral positions Shoulder bolster if...

Page 133: ...driver sseatadjustment switches are not operated for approxi mately 30 seconds UsingtheCenterDisplay vehicles with afoldablehead restraint 1 Press the seat switch 2 Press the sub function button of the Remote Touch P 314 3 Select the button for the desired operation Moves the front passenger s seat forward and folds the seatback and head restraint forward Moves the front passenger s seat backward ...

Page 134: ... seat cushion front is not in the lowest position The front passenger s seat seat cushion is extended if equipped If either of the following conditions is met the front passenger s head restraint will not return to the upright position even though the front passenger s seatback angle is being adjusted using the driver s seat adjustment switches in front passen ger mode The power switch is in ACCES...

Page 135: ... the button for the desired operation When the operating conditions are not met the buttons will be grayed out Move the front passenger s seat forward and fold the seatback for ward On vehicles with a foldable head restraint the head restraint will also fold forward Move the front passenger s seat backward and the seatback to the upright position Iftherearseatbehindthefrontpassenger s seat is not ...

Page 136: ...s turned off and the doors are locked The weight of an occupant or heavy object etc is detected on the front pas senger s seat Once weight is detected on the seat the seat will be judged as occupied until the front passenger s door is opened then closed or the power switch is turned off The front passenger s seat belt is fas tened The front passenger s door is open The front seat will not move for...

Page 137: ...etected on the front passenger s seat or the front passenger s seat belt is fastened Once weight is detected on the seat the seat will be judged as occupied until the front passenger s door is opened then closed or the power switch is turned off Automatic stop function The operation will be canceled automati cally after approximately 15 minutes If the power easy access system begins operating the ...

Page 138: ...r neck may contact the shoulder belt increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpectedly moveandcausethedrivertolosecontrol of the vehicle Using the ottoman if equipped Do not sit on the ottoman If someone sits on the ottoman the seat belt cannot be fitted properly and they may be thrown from the seat ...

Page 139: ... STOP Manual operation 1 Display the home screen on the Rear Multi Operation Panel P 318 and then touch Seat 2 Touch Left or Right 3 Select the button for the desired adjustment Head restraint adjustment P 147 Shoulder bolster adjustment Lumbar pelvic support adjustment Seatback angle adjustment Seat cushion front angle adjust ment Ottoman adjustment if equipped 4 Perform adjustment using the dis ...

Page 140: ...ic support Seat return function linked to the door opening operation The rear seat will return to the upright posi tion automatically when the rear door is opened for easier entry and exit of the vehi cle For the rear seat with an ottoman if equipped When the rear door on the side with the rear seat with an ottoman is opened the seatback of the rear seat with an ottoman will move to a more upright...

Page 141: ... stowed and a rear seat belt is fastened The rear seat relaxation system utilizes pneumatic chambers and dedicated heaters and applies pressure to the occupant s body at different modes and intensities To display the rear seat relaxation sys tem screen display the home screen on the Rear Multi Operation Panel P 318 and then touch Relaxation Touch to select the desired rear seat Touch to select the...

Page 142: ...at and steering wheel are automatically adjusted to a position that allows driver to enter and exit the vehicle easily The shift position has been shifted to P The power switch has been turned off The driver s seat belt has been unfastened When the driver s seat adjustment switches are in front passenger mode P 133 the seat and steering wheel will not move WARNING Using therelaxation system Thosew...

Page 143: ...rate if the seat is already in the rearmost or uppermost position or close to the rear seat If the seat position is adjusted during power easy access system operation the automatic operation will stop The seat will change to manual operation If the seat position is adjusted during or after the power easy access system oper ation when the driver is exiting the vehi cle thepowereasyaccesssystem will...

Page 144: ...s seat adjustment switches are in front passenger mode P 133 a driving position cannot be recalled Tostop the position recalloperation part way through Perform any of the following operations Press the SET button Press button 1 2 or 3 Press the mode change button Operate any of the seat adjustment switches only cancels seat position recall Operate the tilt and telescopic steering control switch on...

Page 145: ...e buzzer sounds continuously for approxi mately 3 seconds Cancelationprocedure Carry only the key you want to cancel and then close the driver s door If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle the driving position cannot be canceled properly 1 Turn the power switch to ON mode 2 Check that the shift position is in P 3 While pressing the SET button press and hold the door lock switch either lock or unlock...

Page 146: ...n this case press the driving position button which has been set Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 If equipped 1 Turn the power switch to ON mode 2 Display the home screen on the Rear Multi Operation Panel P 318 and then touch Seat 3 Touch Left or Right 4 Adjust the rear seat to the desired position and then touch Set Mem ory 5 Touch 1 or 2 If the preset is being used the previo...

Page 147: ...ffi cient space for the rear passenger Recalling the ottoman position if equipped When a seat position is recalled the otto man will not raise or extend The ottoman position can only be recalled if the memo rized position is lower and shorter than the current position Front seats 1 Press the seat switch Recalling the memorized posi tion Head restraints Headrestraints areprovided forall seats Vehic...

Page 148: ... then the desired adjust ment button or to adjust the head restraint Up Backward Down Forward The head restraint moves while the adjust ment button is touched 1 Up Pull the head restraints up 2 Down Push the head restraint down while press ing the lock release button Front seat head restraints power head restraints Depending on the position of the front seat the front head restraint may not be abl...

Page 149: ... head restraint Pull the head restraint up while press ing the lock release button Removing the head restraints power head restraints For removal and installation of the head restraint contact your Lexus dealer Align the head restraint with the instal lation holes and push it down to the lock position Press and hold the lock release button when lowering the head restraint Adjustingthesidesupports ...

Page 150: ...ticadjustment of thesteering position A desired steering position can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by the driving position memory system P 142 Power easy access system The steering wheel and driver s seat move in accordance with power switch mode and the driver s seat belt condition P 142 Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 Press on or close to the mark Steering...

Page 151: ...N mode the indicator illuminates The function will set to ON mode each time the power switch is turned to ON mode Pressing the button turns the function to OFF mode The indicator also turns off Toprevent sensor error Toensurethatthesensorsoperateproperly do not touch or cover them Inside rear view mirror The rearview mirror sposition can beadjustedto enable sufficient confirmationoftherearview Adj...

Page 152: ...c adjustment of the mirror angle A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by the driving position memory P 142 Linked mirror function when reversing When either L or R of the mirror select switch is selected the outside rear view mir rors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle is reversing in order to give a better view of the ground To disable t...

Page 153: ...xtending of the mirrors to be linked to locking unlocking of the doors Press the AUTO switch to set auto matic mode The indicator will come on Pressing the switch once more will return to manual mode When disconnecting and reconnecting 12 volt battery terminals The automatic folding extending mirror function will return to off as default To turn the function on press the switch again to select on ...

Page 154: ...ject becomes caught between the door and window while the window is open ing window movement is stopped When the side window cannotbe opened orclosed When the jam protection function or catch protection function operates unusually and the side window cannot be opened or closed perform the following operations with the power window switch of that door Stopthevehicle Withthepowerswitchin ON mode wit...

Page 155: ...gers In order to prevent accidental operation especially by a child do not let a child operate the power windows It is possi ble for children and other passengers tohavebodypartscaughtinthepower window Also when riding with a child it is recommended to use the window lock switch P 156 Check to make sure that all passen gers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught ...

Page 156: ...the window lock switch after reconnecting the 12 volt battery Opening and closing 1 Opens the moon roof The moon roof tilts up and then fully opens 2 Closes the moon roof Lightlypresseithersideofthemoonroof switch to stop the moon roof partway Tilting up and down 1 Tilts the moon roof up 2 Tilts the moon roof down Lightlypresseithersideofthemoonroof switch to stop the moon roof partway WARNING The...

Page 157: ...is released at the incorrect time the procedure will have to be per formed again from the beginning If the moon roof does not fully close even after performing the above procedure cor rectly have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer Ifthemoonroofdoesnotmovenormally If the moon roof does not open or close normally or the automatic opening function does not operate perform the following ini ti...

Page 158: ...ke sure that there is no possibility of any passenger hav ing any of their body parts caught in the moon roof Also do not let a child operate moon roof by the wireless remote control or mechanical key It is possible for children and other passen gers to get caught in the moon roof When exiting the vehicle turn the power switch off carry the key and exit the vehicle along with the child There may b...

Page 159: ...em vehi cles with Lexus Safety System A 212 PCS Pre CollisionSystem vehi cles with Lexus Safety System 2 0 223 FCTA Front Cross Traffic Alert 230 LTA Lane Tracing Assist 233 Dynamic radarcruise control with full speed range 245 RSA Road Sign Assist 255 BSM Blind Spot Monitor 258 PKSA Parking Support Alert 263 Intuitive parking assist 265 RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert function 271 RCD Rear Camera D...

Page 160: ...ave the electronic key on your person If parking on a hill block the wheels as needed Starting off on a steep uphill 1 Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift position to D Hill start assist control will operate P 302 2 Gently depress the accelerator pedal 3 Release the parking brake For fuel efficient driving Keepinmindthathybridvehiclesaresimilar to conventional vehicles and ...

Page 161: ...autions is recommended For the first 186 miles 300 km Avoid sudden stops For the first 621 miles 1000 km Do not drive at extremely high speeds Avoid sudden acceleration Do not drive continuously in low gears Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods Drum in disctypeparkingbrakesystem Your vehicle has a drum in disc type park ing brake system This type of brake system needs bedding down...

Page 162: ...nshift to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness P 176 Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel the seat or the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driv ing Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control Always check that all passengers arms heads or other parts of their body are no...

Page 163: ...ve been exceeded when visually checking the brake pads for eachwheel for the brake pad wear limit refer to P 463 If a warning message is displayed on the multi information display only the right side pads can be detected Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed F SPORT models Moderate levels of the brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced braking power As a result the discs m...

Page 164: ...exhaust pipes while the READY indicator is illuminated or immediately after turning the hybrid system off Doing so may cause burns When taking a nap in the vehicle Always turn the hybrid system off Other wise if you accidentally move the shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal this could cause an accident or fire due to hybrid system overheating Addition ally if the vehicle is parked in a poo...

Page 165: ...he vehicle It may be difficult to control your vehi cle The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations The vehicle will lean abnormally Information on what to do in case of a flat tire P 439 When encountering flooded roads Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc Doing so may cause the following serious damage to the vehi cle Engine stalling Short in electrical components ...

Page 166: ...ght of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and lug gage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and lug gage load capacity of your vehicle P 168 Lexus does not recommend...

Page 167: ... things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk Receptacles containing gasoline Aerosol cans Storageprecautions Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly may block the driver s vision or may result in items hitting the driver or passengers possibly causing an accident Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible Do not place ca...

Page 168: ...ccupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb 68 kg per person Towing capacity Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants WARNING Overloading the vehicle Do not overload the vehicle Itmay notonly cause damageto the tires but also degrade steering and braking ability resul...

Page 169: ...00h_OM_ U _1810 4 Driving Dinghy towing Yourvehicle isnot designedto be dinghytowed with4 wheelson the ground behindamotorhome NOTICE Toavoidseriousdamagetoyourvehi cle Do not tow your vehicle with the four wheels on the ground ...

Page 170: ...e to off the power switch illumination slowly blinks When depressing the brake pedal with carrying the electronic key on your per son the power switch illumination rapidly blinks When the power switch is in ACCES SORY or ON mode the power switch illumination illuminates If thehybridsystem does notstart The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated P 71 Contact your Lexus dealer If a message...

Page 171: ...t come on even after performing the proper procedures for starting the vehi cle contact your Lexus dealer immediately If thehybridsystem is malfunctioning P 69 Electronic key battery P 409 Operation of the power switch If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly the power switch mode may not change or the hybrid system may not start If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after ...

Page 172: ... operat ing somewhat differently than usual such as the switch sticking slightly there may be a malfunction Contact your Lexus dealer immediately Stoppingthehybridsystem WARNING Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehi cle press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds or press it briefly 3 times or more in suc...

Page 173: ...ot leave the vehicle with the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri ods of time when the hybrid system is not operating When theshiftcontrolsystem malfunc tions When attempting to turn the power switch off while there is a malfunction in the shift controlsystem thepowerswitchmodemay change to ACCESSORY mode In this case ACCESSORY mode may be turned off by applying the parking brake an...

Page 174: ...rator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill etc The windshield defogger is in use When the shift position is in M Switchingto EV drivemode when the gasoline engine is cold If the hybrid system is started while the gas oline engine is cold the gasoline engine will start automatically in order to warm up In this case you will become unable to switch to EV drive mode To prevent gasoli...

Page 175: ...n EV drive mode more than necessary may lower fuel economy If EV Mode Unavailable is shown on the multi information display The EV drive mode is not available The rea son the EV drive mode is not available the vehicle is idling battery charge is low vehi cle speed is higher than the EV drive mode operatingspeedrangeoracceleratorpedal is depressed too much may be displayed Use the EV drive mode whe...

Page 176: ...abled When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P to another position by moving the shift lever without depress ing the brake pedal When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P or N to M by moving the shift lever When the P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is running 1 Situations where the shift position will automatically change to N When an attempt is m...

Page 177: ...e M position cancels the func tion If a message about a shift operation is shown To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle from movingunexpectedly theshift position may be changed automatically or operating the shift lever may be required In this case change the shift position following the mes sages on the multi information display After recharging reconnecting ...

Page 178: ...played in gray Shift lever display The current shift position is illuminated When selecting the shift position make sure that the shift position has been changed to the desired position by check ing the shift position indicator provided on the instrument cluster P position switch Whenshiftingtheshiftposition toP Fully stop the vehicle and set the park ingbrake andthenpressthePposition switch When ...

Page 179: ...omatically change to P Make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped before pressing the power switch If the shift position cannot be shifted from P There is a possibility that the 12 volt battery is discharged Check the 12 volt battery in this situation P 445 Driving mode P 297 Snow mode Snow mode can be selected to suit the conditions when driving on slippery WARNING P position switch Do not ...

Page 180: ... the highest gear prevent ing unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of engine braking force to be selected Except F SPORT models F SPORT models 1 Upshifting 2 Downshifting The selected shift range from D1 to D10 will be displayed on the meter To return to normal D position driving the paddle shift switch must be held down for a period of time A lower shift range will provide greater engine...

Page 181: ...om M1 to M10 will be fixed and displayed on the meter When in the M position the gear will not change unless the paddle shift switches are operated However even when in the M position the gears will be automatically changed in the following situations When vehicle speed drops down shift only When vehicle speed increases upshift only Whentheacceleratorpedalisfirmly depressed When it is necessary to...

Page 182: ...he left hand signals will flash 3 times 4 Left turn Turn signals can be operated when The power switch is in ON mode If the indicator flashes faster than usual Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out If the turn signalsstop flashing beforea lane change has been performed Operate the lever again Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 Turn sig...

Page 183: ...g brake indicator light turn off Turnsautomatic modeon While the vehicle is stopped press and hold the parking brake switch until a message is shown on the multi infor mation display When the automatic mode is turned on the parking brake operates as fol lows When the shift position is shifted from P the parking brake will be released and the parking brake indicator light will turn off When the shi...

Page 184: ...ut 1 minute If EPB Activation Stopped Incom pletely or EPB Unavailable is dis played onthe multi information display Operate the parking brake switch If the message does not disappear after operat ing the switch several times the system may be malfunctioning Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer Parking brake operation sound When the parking brake operates a motor sound whirring sound ma...

Page 185: ...he parking brake may be released unin tentionally and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that may lead to an acci dent resulting in death or serious injury NOTICE When parking the vehicle Before you leave the vehicle set the parking brake shift the shift position to P and make sure that the vehicle does not move When the system malfunctions Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the war...

Page 186: ...rLexus dealer isnecessary When the brake hold standby indicator green does not illuminate even when the brake hold switch is pressed with the brake hold system operating conditions met the system may be malfunctioning Have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer If Brake Hold Fault Depress Brake to DeactivateVisitYourDealer or Brake Hold Malfunction Visit Your Dealer is displayed on the multi i...

Page 187: ...ights and illuminate brighter than the parking lights To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving the daytime running lights turn on automati cally when all of the following conditions are met The daytime running lights are not designed for use at night The hybrid system is operating The parking brake is released The headlight switch is in the Can ada only or position...

Page 188: ...e with other road users Windshield wiper linked headlight illu mination When driving during daytime with the headlight switch turned to if the wind shield wipers are used the headlights will turn on automatically after several seconds to help enhance the visibility of your vehicle 12 volt battery saving function In order to prevent the 12 volt battery of the vehicle from discharging if the headlig...

Page 189: ... km h or higher Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 When the steering wheel or turn signal lever is operated while the headlights are on low beam a cor nering light will turn on and light up the direction of movement of the vehicle The cornering lights are designed to ensure excellent visibil ity when making a turn at an inter section However whenvehiclespeed is morethan approxima...

Page 190: ...e are many streetlights on the road ahead Camera sensor detection information The high beams may not be automatically turned off in the following situations When a vehicle suddenly appears from around a curve When the vehicle is cut in front of by another vehicle When vehicles ahead cannot be detected due to repeated curves road dividers or roadside trees When vehicles ahead appear in a far away l...

Page 191: ...lights tail lights or fog lights When headlights or tail lights of vehicles ahead are turned off dirty changing color or not aimed properly When the vehicle is hit by water snow dust etc from a preceding vehicle When driving through an area of inter mittently changing brightness and dark ness When frequently and repeatedly driving ascending descending roads or roads with rough bumpy or uneven surf...

Page 192: ...s the switch to activate the Automatic High Beam system again Operatethe lever operates the wipers or washer as follows When is selected thewiperswill operate automatically when the sensor detects falling rain The system automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle speed Turningthehighbeamson off manually Windshield wipers and washer Operatingthelevercan switch bet...

Page 193: ...ving Vehicles with headlight cleaners When the power switch is in ON mode and the headlights are on if the lever is pulled the headlight cleaners will operate once After this the headlight cleaners will operate every 5th time the lever is pulled Thewindshieldwiperandwashercanbe operated when The power switch is in ON mode Effectsof vehiclespeed on wiperopera tion Even when the wipers are not in AU...

Page 194: ... stopped operation will return to normal when the power switch is turned to ON mode or operation will stop when the driver s door is opened Outside rear view mirror defogger acti vation linked to windshield wiper opera tion The outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn on when you operate the windshield wipers The outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn off approximately ...

Page 195: ...ok portion of the wiper arm lift the windshield wiper from the windshield Lowering the windshield wipers to the retracted position With the windshield wipers placed on the windshield turn the power switch to ON mode and then move the wiper lever to an operating position When the wiper switch is turned off the windshield wipers will stop at the retracted position Even if the wipers deviate while th...

Page 196: ...ts and wipers LS500h_OM_ U _1810 NOTICE Do not operate the wiper lever when the windshield wipers are lifted Oth erwise the windshield wipers may contact the hood possibly resulting in damage to the windshield wipers and or hood ...

Page 197: ...ty before refu eling because sparks resulting from static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap In hot weather pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause in...

Page 198: ... released it will turn slightly in the oppo site direction NOTICE Refueling Finish refueling within 30 minutes If more than 30 minutes passes the internal valve closes In this condition fuel may overflow during the refueling process Press the fuel filler door opener switch again Do not spill fuel during refueling Doing so may damage the vehicle such as causing the emission control system to operat...

Page 199: ...dar sensors Front camera Rear Rear side radar sensors P 258 Lexus Safety System A The Lexus Safety System Acon sistsofthefollowingdriveassistsys tems and contributestoa safe and comfortabledriving experience Driveassistsystem WARNING LexusSafetySystem A The Lexus Safety System A is designed to operate under the assumption that the driver will drive safely and is designed to help reduce the impact ...

Page 200: ...ers or other items to the radar sensor grille cover or surrounding area A B Do not subject the radar sensor or its surrounding area to a strong impact If the radar sensor is moved even slightly off position the system may malfunction and objects may not be detected correctly If the radar sensor front grille or front bumper has been subjected to a strong impact have the vehicle inspected by your Le...

Page 201: ...sensor or its surrounding area is subject to a strong impact If the area on the front bumper around a radar sensor is scratched or dented or the front bumper has become par tially disengaged Do not disassemble the radar sensors Do not modify the radar sensors or their surrounding area on the front bumper If a radar sensor or the front bumper needs to be removed and installed or replaced contact yo...

Page 202: ...s need to be replaced contact your Lexus dealer Do not attach window tint to the wind shield Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked If the windshield needs to be replaced contact your Lexus dealer A B Do not allow liquids to contact the front camera Do not allow bright lights to shine into the front camera Do not dirty or damage the front cam era When cleaning the inside of the wind sh...

Page 203: ...203 4 5 Using the driving support systems LS500h_OM_ U _1810 4 Driving Certification ...

Page 204: ...le When the normal operating conditions are detected the message will disappear and the system will become operational If the message does not disappear contact your Lexus dealer Situation Actions When the area around a sensor is covered with dirt moisture fogged up covered with condensation ice etc or other foreign matter To clean the part of the windshield in front of the front camera use the wi...

Page 205: ...amera is outside of the operational range such as when the vehicle is in the sun or in an extremely cold environment If the front camera is hot such as after the vehicle had been parked in the sun use the air conditioning system to decrease the tem perature around the front camera If a sunshade was used when the vehicle was parked depending on its type the sun light reflected from the surface of t...

Page 206: ...riving experience Drivingassistsystem WARNING LexusSafetySystem 2 0 The Lexus Safety System 2 0 is designed to operate under the assump tion that the driver will drive safely and is designed to help reduce the impact to the occupants and the vehicle in the case of a collision or assist the driver in normal driving conditions As there is a limit to the degree of recog nitionaccuracyandcontrolperfor...

Page 207: ...be removed and installed or replaced contact your Lexus dealer A B Toavoidmalfunctionofthefrontcam era Observe the following precautions Otherwise the front camera may not operate properly possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury Keep the windshield clean at all times If the windshield is dirty or covered with an oily film water droplets snow etc clean the windshield If...

Page 208: ...ntact the front camera Do not allow bright lights to shine into the front camera Do not dirty or damage the front cam era When cleaning the inside of the wind shield do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens of the front camera Also do not touch the lens If the lens is dirty or damaged contact your Lexus dealer Do not subject the front camera to a strong impact Do not change the installation ...

Page 209: ...209 4 5 Using the driving support systems LS500h_OM_ U _1810 4 Driving Certification ...

Page 210: ...le When the normal operating conditions are detected the message will disappear and the system will become operational If the message does not disappear contact your Lexus dealer Situation Actions When the area around a sensor is covered with dirt moisture fogged up covered with condensation ice etc or other foreign matter To clean the part of the windshield in front of the front camera use the wi...

Page 211: ...amera is outside of the operational range such as when the vehicle is in the sun or in an extremely cold environment If the front camera is hot such as after the vehicle had been parked in the sun use the air conditioning system to decrease the tem perature around the front camera If a sunshade was used when the vehicle was parked depending on its type the sun light reflected from the surface of t...

Page 212: ...is extremely high the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or reduce the impact of the collision Activesteering assist If the system determines that the possi PCS Pre Collision System vehicles with Lexus Safety System A Thepre collisionsystemusesa frontradarsensorandfrontcamera todetect vehiclesandpedestri ans bicyclistsin frontofyourvehi cle and front sideradarsensorsto de...

Page 213: ...nes that the possibility of a frontal collision is high and the driver is operating the steering wheel the LDH system P 303 will control the turning angle of the front and rear wheels and effort necessary to turn the steering wheel to help enhance steering responsiveness WARNING Limitationsofthepre collisionsystem The driver is solely responsible for safe driving Always drive safely taking care to...

Page 214: ...te the steering wheel as necessary In the following situations the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action In this case the active steering assist may not operate or may be canceled If the accelerator pedal is being depressed strongly or the steering wheel is being operated In this case the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action and the pre collision br...

Page 215: ...other vehicle When transporting the vehicle via truck boat train or similar means of transportation When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the hybrid system on and the tires are allowed to rotate freely When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dyna mometer or speedometer tester or when using an on vehicle wheel bal ancer When a strong impact has been applied to the fron...

Page 216: ...tim ing If the pre collision warning timing is changed the pedestrian alert and FCTA FrontCrossTrafficAlert timing will also be changed accordingly Operational conditions The pre collision system is enabled and thesystem determinesthatthe possibility ofa frontal collision with a vehicle pedestrian bicyclist guardrail etc or a front side collision with a vehicle is high Each function is operational...

Page 217: ...otion of the person However objects Vehicle speed Approaching vehicle speed Vehicles approaching from the front left or right side Approx 7 to 37 mph 10 to 60 km h Approx 10 to 37 mph 15 to 60 km h objects Vehicle speed Relativespeedbetweenyour vehicle and object Preceding vehicles Approx 20 to 110 mph 30 to 180 km h Approx 20 to 110 mph 30 to 180 km h Bicyclists and pedestrians Approx 20 to 50 mp...

Page 218: ...strian or bicyclist When approaching a vehicle pedestrian or bicyclist in an adjacent lane or on the roadside such as when changing the course of travel or driving on a winding road When rapidly closing on a vehicle pedestrian bicyclist etc When approaching objects on the road side such as vehicle pedestrian bicyclist guardrails trafficsigns utilitypoles street lights trees walls etc When there is...

Page 219: ...en using an automatic car wash When driving through or under objects thatmaycontactthevehicle suchasthick grass tree branches or a banner When driving through steam or smoke When driving near an object that reflects radio waves such as a large truck or guardrail When driving near a TV tower broad casting station electric power plant or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise ma...

Page 220: ...r vehicle approaches a vehicle pedestrian or bicyclist rapidly When a vehicle pedestrian or bicyclist is not directly in front of your vehicle When a vehicle pedestrian or bicyclist is near a wall fence guardrail manhole cover vehicle steel plate on the road etc When a vehicle pedestrian or bicyclist is under a structure When part of a vehicle pedestrian or bicyclist is hidden by an object such as...

Page 221: ...such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel When driving in a location where there are many objects which reflect radar such as a tunnel or parking garage After the hybrid system has started the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time While making a left right turn and for a few seconds after making a left right turn While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on ...

Page 222: ...he sensors pre venting the system from operating prop erly Guardrails which are less than approxi mately 1 9 ft 60 cm tall Short guardrails Irregularly shaped guardrails wire cable guardrails guardrails made of thin poles etc Guardrails which are not illuminated by the headlights at night in a tunnel etc Guardrails which appear to be nearly the same color or brightness as their sur roundings Guard...

Page 223: ...system determines that the possi bility of a frontal collision is high it may move the seatbacks of the front pas senger s seat and power rear seats to the upright position automatically if reclined If a seat is being adjusted it may not be moved by the pre collision seat function Suspensioncontrol When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is high PCS Pre Collision Sys...

Page 224: ...itions under which the system may not operate properly P 228 Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre collision system yourself Depending on the objects used for testing dummies cardboard objects imitating detectable objects etc the system may not operate properly pos sibly leading to an accident Pre collision braking When the pre collision braking func tion is operating a large amount of b...

Page 225: ...ransporting the vehicle via truck boat train or similar means of transportation When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the hybrid system on and the tires are allowed to rotate freely When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dyna mometer or speedometer tester or when using an on vehicle wheel bal ancer When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille d...

Page 226: ... collision brake assist Pre collision braking Detectable objects Vehicle speed Relativespeedbetweenyour vehicle and object Vehicles Approx 7 to 110 mph 10 to 180 km h Approx 7 to 110 mph 10 to 180 km h Bicyclists and pedestrians Approx 7 to 50 mph 10 to 80 km h Approx 7 to 50 mph 10 to 80 km h Detectable objects Vehicle speed Relativespeedbetweenyour vehicle and object Vehicles Approx 20 to 110 mp...

Page 227: ...ll be canceled The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly Conditionsunderwhichthesystemmay operateevenifthereisnopossibilityofa collision In some situations such as the following the system may determine that there is a possibility of a frontal collision and oper ate When passing a detectable object etc When changing lanes while overtaking a detect...

Page 228: ...tc When approaching an electric toll gate barrier parking area barrier or other barrier that opens and closes When using an automatic car wash When driving through or under objects that may contact your vehicle such as thick grass tree branches or a banner When driving through steam or smoke When driving near an object that reflects radio waves such as a large truck or guardrail When driving near ...

Page 229: ... past its rear bumper If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped such as a tractor or side car If a vehicle ahead is a child sized bicycle a bicycle that is carrying a large load a bicycle ridden by more than one person orauniquelyshapedbicycle bicyclewith a child seat tandem bicycle etc If a pedestrian or the riding height of a bicyclist ahead is shorter than approxi mately 3 2 ft 1 m or taller tha...

Page 230: ...lso disabled The PCS warning light will turn on and VSC Turned Off Pre Collision Brake System Unavailable will be displayed on the multi information display If equipped When the system detects a vehicle approaching from the left or right in frontofyourvehiclewhenapproaching an intersection a notification will be displayed on the head up display and panoramic view monitor Refer to NAVIGATION AND MU...

Page 231: ... waves or electrical noise may be present Whenpassinganobjectonthesideofthe road such as a parked vehicle When a vehicle or pedestrian is approaching from the left or right in front of your vehicle from far away When a vehicle or pedestrian is moving within a parking spot etc next to the lane your vehicle is driving in When a pedestrian or bicyclist is moving on a sidewalk When a vehicle or pedest...

Page 232: ...ly If the front end or side of an approaching vehicle is small sports cars etc If the front end of an approaching vehicle is low low slung sports cars etc If the ground clearance of an approach ing vehicle is extremely high If the shape of an approaching vehicle is unusual tractors motorcycles with side cars etc If a vehicle suddenly enters the detection area on the left or right in front of your ...

Page 233: ...neorcourse and provides assistancebyoperating the steer ing wheel to keep the vehicle in its laneor course Furthermore the systemprovidessteeringassistance when dynamic radar cruisecontrol withfull speed rangeisoperating tokeepthevehicle in itslaneand when changinglanes vehicles with Lexus Safety System A TheLTAsystemrecognizeswhite yellow lanelines or a course usingthefrontcamera Addition ally it...

Page 234: ... due to construction work Vehicle is driven in a construction zone A spare tire tire chains etc are equipped When the tires have been excessively worn or when the tire inflation pres sure is low When tires of a size other than speci fied are installed Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other than that highways and freeways During emergency towing Situations inwhich the lane change assist function ...

Page 235: ...ose to the left right lane line Your vehicle may follow the preceding vehi cle and depart from the lane Vehicle is being driven around a sharp curve Objects or patterns that could be mis taken for white yellow lines are pres ent on the side of the road guardrails curbs reflective poles etc Vehicle is driven where the road diverges merges etc Repair marks of asphalt white yellow linemarks etc arepr...

Page 236: ...vehicle is driven on a surface that is bright due to reflected light etc The vehicle is driven in an area where the brightness changes suddenly such as atthe entrances and exits oftunnels etc Light from the headlights of an oncom ing vehicle the sun etc enters the camera The vehicle is driven on a slope The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right or a winding road The vehicle is driv...

Page 237: ...rily a warning message may be displayed on the multi information display and a warning buzzer may sound If the steering assist function is canceled release the steering wheel and then grip it again to enable the function When the system determines that the vehi cle might depart from its lane and that the possibility of a collision with an overtaking vehicle in the adjacent lane is high the steerin...

Page 238: ...f time or the steering wheel is not beingfirmlygripped awarningisdisplayed on the multi information display and the warning buzzer sounds Make sure to grip the steering wheel firmly Lane changeassist function vehi cles withLexus SafetySystem A This function is linked to the dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range and provides assistance for per forming lane changes by operating the stee...

Page 239: ...ff operation of the LTA system continues in thesameconditionthenexttimethehybrid system is started Lane changeassist function vehi cles withLexus SafetySystem A Hold the turn signal lever partway lane change position for approxi mately 1 second P 182 The direction you are signaling will be dis played on the multi information display LTA indicator The illumination condition of the indicator informs...

Page 240: ...s play Displayed when the multi information dis play is switched to the driving assist system information screen Inside of displayed white lines is white Indicates that the system is recognizing white yellow lines or a course When the vehicle departs from its lane the white line displayed on the side the vehicle departs from flashes orange Inside of displayed white lines is black Indicates that th...

Page 241: ...on the multi informa tion display will be displayed LTAsystemcurvedisplayon the head up display The curve display on the head up display changes according to the direction and curvature of the curve Operation conditions of each function Lane departure alert function This function operates when all of the fol lowing conditions are met LTA is turned on Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph 50 km h o...

Page 242: ...mall such as a motorcycle The dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range is operating in vehi cle to vehicle distance control mode Width of traffic lane is approximately 10 to 13 ft 3 to 4 m Turn signal lever is not operated Vehicle is not being driven around a sharp curve No system malfunctions are detected P 245 Vehicle does not accelerate or deceler ate by a fixed amount or more Steerin...

Page 243: ...ay of the lane centering function will not operate Do not attempt to test the operation of the steering assist function The steering assist function may operate when attempting to cut closely in front of another vehicle while changing lanes Lane departure alert function The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise audio play back etc Also it may be difficult to feel steering w...

Page 244: ...alert type is set to When the system determines that the vehicle may not turn and instead depart from its lane while driving around a curve vehicles with Lexus Safety System 2 0 When the system determines that the driver is driving without holding the steer ing wheel while the steering wheel assist of the steering assist function is operating vehicles with Lexus Safety System 2 0 If the driver con...

Page 245: ...other than the front camera Turn the LTA system off wait for a little while and then turn the LTA sys tem back on LTA Unavailable at Current Speed The function cannot be used as the vehicle speed exceeds the LTA operation range Drive slower Customization Function settings can be changed P 479 Meterdisplay Multi information display Set speed Indicators Dynamic radar cruise con trol with full speed ...

Page 246: ...tuation and drive safely Relying solely on this system or assuming the system ensures safety while driving can lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury Switch the dynamic radar cruise con trol with full speed range setting to off using the cruise control main switch when not in use Cautions regarding the driving assist systems Observe the following precautions as there are limitati...

Page 247: ...ns Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury Roads where there are pedestrians cyclists etc In heavy traffic On roads with sharp bends On winding roads On slippery roads such as those cov ered with rain ice or snow On steep downhills or where there aresuddenchangesbetweensharpup and down gradients Vehicle speed may exceed th...

Page 248: ... vehicle When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary the system applies the brakes the stop lights will come on at this time The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle to vehicle distance set by the driver Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate sufficiently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the veh...

Page 249: ...celerate or decelerate with accelerator pedal operation to the desired vehicle speed at or above approximately 20 mph 30 km h and press the SET switch to set the speed Cruise control SET indicator will come on The vehicle speed at the moment the switch is released becomes the set speed To change the set speed press the RES or SET switch until the desired set speed is displayed 1 Increases the spee...

Page 250: ... speed will continue to change while the switch is held 1 When the set speed is shown in MPH 2 When the set speed is shown in km h Pressing the switch changes the vehi cle to vehicle distance as follows 1 Long 2 Medium 3 Short The vehicle to vehicle distance is set auto matically to long mode when the power switch is turned ON mode If a vehicle is running ahead of you the pre ceding vehicle mark w...

Page 251: ...e control and returns vehicle speed to the set speed When your vehicle is too close to a vehicle ahead and sufficient automatic deceleration via the cruise control is not possible the display will flash and thebuzzerwillsoundtoalertthedriver An example of this would be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle Depress the brake pedal to ensure an appropriate vehi cle...

Page 252: ...ontrol main switch for 1 5 seconds or more Immediately after the switch is pressed the radar cruise control indicator will come on Afterwards it switches to the cruise con trol indicator Switching to constant speed control mode is only possible when operating the switch with the cruise control off 2 Accelerate or decelerate with accelerator pedal operation to the desired vehicle speed at or above ...

Page 253: ...lt The driver s door is opened The vehicle has been stopped for about 3 minutes If vehicle to vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled for any reasons other than the above there may be a mal function in the system Contact your Lexus dealer Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode Constant speed control mode is automati cally canceled in the following situations Actual ve...

Page 254: ... clearance Conditionsunder which thevehi cle to vehicledistancecontrol mode maynot function correctly In the case of the following conditions operate the brake pedal or accelerator pedal depending on the situation as nec essary As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead the system may not operate properly When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow When steering wheel o...

Page 255: ...rmation display is selected only a recognized speed limit sign or do not enter sign when notification is necessary will be dis played P 90 If signs other than speed limit signs are rec ognized they will be displayed in an over lapping stack under the current speed limit sign The following types of road signs are recognized A non official or recently introduced traffic signs may not be recognized R...

Page 256: ...t operate prop erly Setting procedure 1 Press or of the meter control switches and select 2 Press or of the meter control switches and select Vehicle Settings then press 3 Press or of the meter control switches and select then press 4 Press or of the meter control switches and select RSA then press Automatic turn offof RSA sign display In the following situations a displayed speed limit sign will ...

Page 257: ...ctly Even if it is a sign not appropriate for the currently traveled lane such a sign exists directly after a freeway branches or in an adjacent lane just before merging Stickers are attached to the rear of the preceding vehicle A sign resembling a system compatible sign is recognized Side road speed signs may be detected and displayed if positioned in sight of the front camera while the vehicle i...

Page 258: ... snow mud etc from the rear bumper Additionally the sen sorsmaynotoperatenormallywhendriving in extremely hot or cold environments Customization Some functions can be customized P 479 BSM Blind Spot Monitor The Blind SpotMonitor isa system that usesrear side radar sensors installed ontheinner sideofthe rearbumperon the left andright sideto assist the driverinconfirm ingsafety when changinglanes WA...

Page 259: ...sold in the U S A Hawaii Guam and Puerto Rico For vehicles sold in Canada WARNING Handling the rear side radar sensor Blind Spot Monitor sensors are installed behind the left and right sides of the rear bumper respectively Observe the fol lowing to ensure the Blind Spot Monitor can operate correctly ...

Page 260: ...r Do not attach accessories stickers including transparent stickers alumi num tape etc to a sensor or its sur rounding area on the rear bumper Do not subject a sensor or its sur rounding area on the rear bumper to a strong impact If a sensor is moved even slightly off position the system may malfunction and vehicles may not be detected cor rectly In the following situations have your vehicle inspe...

Page 261: ...rom behind in areas that are not visible using the outside rear view mirrors the blind spots TheBlindSpot Monitordetection areas The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below The range of each detection area is Approximately 1 6 ft 0 5 m to 11 5 ft 3 5 m from either side of the vehicle 1 Approximately 3 3 ft 1 m forward of the rear bumper Approximately 9 8 ft 3 m from the rear bump...

Page 262: ...ctly The Blind Spot Monitor may not detect vehicles correctly in the following situa tions When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its sur rounding area When mud snow ice a sticker etc is covering the sensor or surrounding area on the rear bumper When driving on a road surface that is wet with standing water during bad weather such as heavy rain snow or fog When multi...

Page 263: ... When an accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehi cle If equipped Intuitiveparking assist Ultrasonic sensors are used to detect static objects in the detection area when driving at a low speed or backing up P 265 RCTA RearCrossTraffic Alert function Radar sensors are used to detect approaching vehicles in the detection areas behind the vehicle when backing up P 271 ...

Page 264: ...achtimetheswitchispressed thevolume level will change between 1 2 and 3 Mutingabuzzer A mute button will be displayed on the multi information display when an object or pedestrian is detected To mute the buzzer press The buzzers for the intuitive parking assist RCTA function and RCD func tion will be muted simultaneously Mute will be canceled automatically in the following situations When the shif...

Page 265: ...ion Rear corner sensor detection Rear center sensor detection Center Display A graphic is shown when the Lexus park ing assist monitor if equipped is dis played A simplified image is displayed on the Center Display when an object is detected When the R shift position is selected When the N M or D shift position is selected vehicle moving forward Intuitive parking assist The distance from yourvehic...

Page 266: ...ensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph 10 km h The sensors detection areas and reac tion times are limited When moving forward or reversing check the areas surrounding the vehicle especially the sides of the vehicle for safety and drive slowly using the brake to control the vehicle s speed Do not install accessories within the sensors detection areas The area directly under the bumpers is not detected...

Page 267: ...y be difficult to hear the buzzer if buzzers for other systems are sounding Conditions under which the function may not function correctly Certain vehicle conditions and the sur rounding environment may affect the ability of a sensor to correctly detect objects Par ticular instances where this may occur are listed below There is dirt snow or ice on a sensor Cleaning the sensors will resolve this p...

Page 268: ... If the vehicle is significantly tilted The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb If objects draw too close to the sensor Objects which may not be properly detected The shape of the object may prevent the sensor from detecting it Pay particular attention to the following objects Wires fences ropes etc Cotton snow and other materials that absorb sound waves Sharply angled objects Low objects...

Page 269: ...ipped and Center Display When an object is detected by a sensor the approximate distance to the object will be displayed on the multi information display Center Display and head up display if equipped As the distance to the object becomes short the distance segments may blink Approximate distance to object 4 9 ft 150 cm to 1 9 ft 65 cm Rear center sensor Automatic buzzer mute function is enabled P...

Page 270: ... ft 15 cm 1 1 Automatic buzzer mute function is disabled P 270 2 The distance segments will blink slowly Approximate distance to object Less than 0 5 ft 15 cm 1 1 Automatic buzzer mute function is disabled P 270 2 The distance segments will blink rapidly Buzzeroperation anddistanceto anobject A buzzer sounds when the sensors are operating Multi information display Center Display Head up display Mu...

Page 271: ...cted object does not become shorter the buzzer will be muted automatically However if the distance between the vehicle and object is 1 0 ft 30 cm or less this function will not operate The buzzer sounds volume can be adjusted P 264 Meter control switches Turning the RCTA function on off When the RCTA function is disabled the RCTA OFF indicator illuminates Outside rear view mirror indicators Whenav...

Page 272: ...ver loud noises such as if the audio system volume is high When RCTA Not Available is shown on the multi information display Water snow mud etc may be attached to the rear bumper around the sensors P 260 Removingthewater snow mud etc from the attached to the rear bumper around the sensors to normal Additionally the function may not function normally when used in extremely hot or cold environments ...

Page 273: ...g will be dis played on the Center Display Example Lexus parking assist mon itor if equipped Vehicles are approaching from both sides of the vehicle RCTA function detection areas The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below The buzzer can alert the driver of faster vehicles approaching from far ther away Example A B Approaching vehi cle speed Approximate alert distance 18 mph 28 k...

Page 274: ...cts Small motorcycles bicycles pedestrians etc Vehicles moving away from your vehicle Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle Depending on the conditions detection of a vehicle and or object may occur ConditionsunderwhichtheRCTAfunc tion may not function correctly The RCTA function may not detect vehi cles correctly in the following situations When a sensor is misaligned ...

Page 275: ...vehicle is short When a towing eyelet is installed to the rear of the vehicle If equipped Pedestrian detection icon Displayedautomaticallywhenapedestrian is detected RCD OFF icon When the RCD function is disabled the RCD OFF icon illuminates Each time the power switch is turned off then changed to ON mode the RCD function will be enabled automatically Use the meter control switches to enable disab...

Page 276: ... The power switch is in ON mode RCD function is on The shift position is in R Setting the buzzer volume The buzzer volume can be adjusted on the multi information display P 264 If RearCameraDetectionUnavailable RemovetheDirtofRearCamera isdis played onthe multi information display A rear camera lens may be dirty or covered with snow or ice In such cases if it is removed from the rear camera lens t...

Page 277: ... as flags or pud dles or airborne matter such as smoke steam rain or snow Cobblestone or gravel roads tram rails road repairs white lines pedestrian crossings or fallen leaves on the road Metal covers gratings such as those used for drainage ditches Objects reflected in a puddle or on a wet road surface The roadside or bumps on the road Shadows on the road In some situations such as the following ...

Page 278: ...reautomatically appliedtohelpavoidthecollisionor helpreducetheimpact of the colli sion PKSB ParkingSupportBrake system WARNING Limitations of the Parking Support Brake system Do not overly rely on the system as doing so may lead to an accident The driver is solely responsible for safe driving Always drive carefully taking care to observe your surroundings The Parking Support Brake system is design...

Page 279: ... Depending on the situation hybrid system output restriction control will operate to either limit acceleration or restrict output as much as possible Hybrid system output restriction control is operating acceleration restriction Acceleration greater than a certain amount is restricted by the system Center Display Panoramic view monitor No warning displayed Multi information display Object Detected...

Page 280: ...ed object or pedestrian is possible the hybrid system output will be restricted to restrain any increase in the vehicle speed Hybrid system output restriction control See figure 2 Additionally if the accelerator pedal continues to be depressed the brakes will be applied automatically to reduce the vehicle speed Brake control See figure 3 Figure 1 When the PKSB Parking Support Brake is disabled Hyb...

Page 281: ... Time Hybrid system output restriction control begins operating System determines that possibility of collision with detected object is high Hybrid system output reduced Example Multi information display BRAKE Figure 3 When brake control operates Hybrid system output Braking force Time A B C D E F G A B C ...

Page 282: ...ill be disabled and the PKSB OFF indicator will illuminate A sensor may be covered with ice snow dirt etc Remove the ice snow dirt etc from the sensor to return the system to normal Also due to ice forming on a sensor at low temperatures a warning message may be displayed or the sensor may not be able to detect an object Once the ice melts the system will return to normal If this message is displa...

Page 283: ...sabled due to operation of the Parking Support Brake either enable the system again P 279 or turn the power switch off and then back to ON mode Additionally if any of the following condi tions are met the system will be re enabled automatically and the PKSB OFF indicator will turn off The P shift position is selected The object is no longer detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle The tr...

Page 284: ... Brake function static objects Ifthesensorsdetectastatic object such as awall in the travelling direction of the vehicle and the system determinesthat a collisionmay occurdue tothe vehiclesuddenlymovingforwardduetoanaccidentalacceleratorpedaloper ation thevehicle movingtheunintendeddirection due tothewrongshiftposi tionbeingselected orwhileparkingortravelingatlowspeeds thesystemwill operateto less...

Page 285: ...WARNING ToensuretheParkingSupportBrake can operate properly Observe the following precautions regardingthesensors P 265 Failure to do so may cause a sensor to not oper ate properly and may cause an accident Do not modify disassemble or paint the sensors Do not replace a sensor with a part other than a genuine part Do not subject a sensor or its sur rounding area to a strong impact Do not damage th...

Page 286: ...ate unnec essarily IftheParkingSupportBrakefunction static objects operates unnecessar ily suchas at a railroad crossing In the event that the Parking Support Brake function static objects operates unnecessarily such as at a railroad cross ing brake control will be canceled after approximately 2 seconds allowing you to proceed forward and leave the area brake control can also be canceled by depres...

Page 287: ...ther materials that are poor reflectors of ultrasonic waves Objects which are not perpendicular to the ground are not perpendicular to the traveling direction of the vehicle are uneven or are waving Low objects Thin objects such as wires fences ropes and signposts Objects that are extremely close to the bumper Sharply angled objects Tall objects with upper sections project ing outwards in the dire...

Page 288: ...o the carried load If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other impact Situations in which the Parking Support Brake function static objects may not operate properly Insomesituations suchasthefollowing this function may not operate properly Weather When a sensor or the area around a sen sor is extremely hot or cold When strong winds are blowing If a sensor is covered...

Page 289: ...antly tilted If the front of the vehicle is raised or low ered due to the carried load If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other impact When equipment that may obstruct a sensor is installed such as a bumper pro tector an additional trim strip etc bicy cle carrier or snow plow If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified are installe...

Page 290: ...ontrol toreducethelikelihoodofan impactwith the approachingvehicle Examplesoffunctionoperation Typesofsensors WARNING Observe the following precautions regarding the rear radar sensors P 260 Failure to do so may cause a sensor to not operate properly and may cause an accident Do not modify disassemble or paint the sensors Do not replace a rear radar sensor with a part other than a genuine part Do ...

Page 291: ...vehicle Brake control The Parking Support Brake is disabled Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed since the vehicle was stopped by brake control The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake control A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle Re enablingtheParkingSupportBrake function rear crossing vehicles P 283 Detection area of the Pa...

Page 292: ...king space faces a street and vehicles are being driven on the street When a detected vehicle turns while approaching the vehicle Whenavehiclepassesby thesideofyour vehicle When the distance between your vehicle and metal objects such as a guardrail wall sign or parked vehicle which may reflectelectricalwavestowardtherearof the vehicle is short When there are spinning objects near your vehicle suc...

Page 293: ...ially fluores cent type fog lights fender pole or wire less antenna is installed near a radar sensor If the orientation of a radar sensor has been changed When multiple vehicles are approaching with only a small gap between each vehi cle If a vehicle is approaching the rear of your vehicle rapidly Situations in which the radar sensor may not detect a vehicle When a vehicle approaches from the righ...

Page 294: ...on the multi informa tion display and head up display if equipped Pedestrian detection icon with brake reminder Parking Support Brake function rear pedestrians Ifthe rearcamerasensordetectsapedestrian behindthevehicle whileback ingup and the system determinesthat thepossibilityofcollidingwith the detectedpedestrian ishigh abuzzer willsound Ifthesystemdeterminesthat the possibility of collidingwith...

Page 295: ...e Parking Support Brake function rear pedestrians The detection area of the Parking Support Brake function rear pedestrians differs from the detection area of the RCD func tion P 276 Therefore even if the RCD function detects a vehicle and provides an alert the Parking Support Brake function rear crossing vehicles may not start oper ating Situations in which the system may not operate properly Som...

Page 296: ...Moving objects such as a car or motor cycle Objects moving toward your vehicle when backing up such as flags or pud dles or airborne matter such as smoke steam rain or snow Cobblestone or gravel roads tram rails road repairs white lines pedestrian crossings or fallen leaves on the road Metal covers gratings such as those used for drainage ditches Objects reflected in a puddle or on a wet road surf...

Page 297: ...erred settings Cus tom mode settings can only be changed on the drive mode customization display of the Center Display P 316 2 Comfort mode By controlling the suspension riding com fort is further enhanced Suitable for city driving When not in comfort mode and the driving modeselectswitchisturnedbackward the comfort mode indicator comes on 3 Eco drive mode Helps the driver accelerate in an eco fri...

Page 298: ...e pop up display When the driving mode is changed the selected driving mode will be temporarily displayed on the side display P 317 If equipped Situations in which the vehicle height control maynot operateproperly In the following situations the vehicle height may change slowly or may not change to the correct height When the vehicle comes into contact with snow ice stone etc When the ambient temp...

Page 299: ...and then stop the hybrid system Otherwise the vehicle height may change and part of your body may be caught under the vehi cle possibly causing injury When the vehicle is parked on a curb If any of the wheels is not touching the ground If the vehicle needs to be jacked up If the vehicle is to be tied down If the vehicle is to be towed Vehicle height controlprecautions In the following situations m...

Page 300: ...will return to its normal height when the vehicle speed reaches approxi mately 12 mph 20 km h Exit control When Select Parking Height is set to High the vehicle height will automati cally increase when the P shift position is selected and a door is opened 1 Press or to select 2 Press or to select Vehicle Settings and then press 3 Press or to select and then press 4 Press or to select Select Parkin...

Page 301: ...ht control can be tempo rarily disabled using the meter control switches P 91 Whentotemporarilydisablevehicleheight control P 299 1 Press or to select 2 Press or to select Vehicle Settings and then press 3 Press or to select and then press 4 Press or to select Height Control and then press Thissettingismemorizedevenifthepower switch is turned off Even if the vehicle height control func tions are d...

Page 302: ...hen starting the vehicle or accelerat ing on slippery roads Hill startassist control Helps to reduce the backward move ment of the vehicle when starting on an uphill VGRS VariableGearRatioSteer ing ifequipped Adjuststhefrontwheelturninganglein accordancewiththevehiclespeedand steering wheel movement DRS Dynamic RearSteering if equipped Contributes to the turning characteris tics and responsiveness...

Page 303: ...perating Disabling the TRAC system If the vehicle gets stuck in mud dirt or snow the TRAC system may reduce power from the hybrid system to the wheels Pressing the switch to turn the system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to free it To turn the TRAC system off quickly press and release the switch The Traction Control Turned Off will be shown on the multi information dis...

Page 304: ...cted automatically when driving Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS brakeassist VSC TRAC hill start assist control and VGRS systems A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly when the hybrid system is started or just after the vehicle begins to move This sound does not indi cate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems Any of th...

Page 305: ...formance have been exceeded such as exces sively worn tires on a snow covered road The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads Stopping distance when theABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle sstoppingdistance Alwaysmain tain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you especially in the following situa...

Page 306: ...er that effect changes according to various conditions Overly relying on the system may result in death or serious injury Replacing tires Make sure that all tires are of the speci fied size brand tread pattern and total load capacity In addition make sure that the tires are inflated to the recom mended tire inflation pressure level The ABS TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if differ...

Page 307: ...on Gradual acceleration and deceleration will make more effec tive use of the electric motor trac tion motor without having to use gasoline engine power Avoid repeated acceleration Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid battery traction battery power resulting in poor fuel con sumption Battery power can be restored by driving with the acceler ator pedal slightly released Makesuretooperatethebrakesg...

Page 308: ...of the vehicle are warm it will consume fuel Also fuel consump tion can be improved by avoiding over use of the heater Make sure to check the tire inflation pressurefrequently Impropertireinfla tion pressure can cause poor fuel economy Also as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction their use on dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy Use tires that are appropriate for the season Carrying h...

Page 309: ...the specified size Maintaintherecommendedlevelofair pressure Do not drive in excess of 75 mph 120 km h regardless of the type of snow tires being used Use snow tires on all not just some wheels When installing tire chains Before installing tire chains make sure to disable all functions of the vehicle height control of the electronically modulated air suspension Otherwise the vehicle height may cha...

Page 310: ...shift posi tion to P without setting the parking brake The parking brake may freeze up preventingitfrombeingreleased If the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake make sure to block the wheels Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehicle to moveunexpectedly possiblyleadingto an accident Vehicles with front and rear tires of the same size Use the correct tire chai...

Page 311: ...tires Install tire chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible Retighten chains after driving 1 4 1 2 mile 0 5 1 0 km Install tire chains following the instruc tions provided with the tire chains To enable the windshield wipers to be lifted when heavy snow or icy condi tions are expected change the rest position of the windshield wipers from the retracted position below the hood to the service...

Page 312: ...312 4 6 Driving tips LS500h_OM_ U _1810 ...

Page 313: ...321 5 3 Usingtheairconditioningsystem anddefogger Front automatic air conditioning system 323 Rear automatic air conditioning system 334 Heated steering wheel seat heat ers seat ventilators 337 5 4 Usingtheinteriorlights Interior lights list 341 5 5 Usingthestoragefeatures List of storage features 345 Trunk features 350 5 6 Usingtheotherinteriorfeatures Other interior features 353 Garage door open...

Page 314: ... the touchpad can perform functions such as changing map scalings and scrolling list screens Sub function button When is displayed on the screen a function screen assigned to the screen can be displayed Using the touchpad 1 Select Touch the touchpad to select the desired button on the screen 2 Enter Buttonsonthescreencanbe selected by either depressing or double tapping the touchpad Once a button ...

Page 315: ...fingers toward each other or apart on the touchpad Change the scale of the map NOTICE To prevent damagetothe Remote Touch Observe the following precautions Fail ure to do so may cause damage to the Remote Touch Do not allow food liquid stickers or lit cigarettes to contact the Remote Touch Do not subject the Remote Touch to excessive pressure or strong impact Do not push the touchpad with a strong...

Page 316: ... screen can be displayed and operated while the fuel consumption information screen is being displayed The large screen on the Center Display CenterDisplayoverview Switch Function Select to display the Destination screen 1 Select to display the media control screen or the audio control screen 1 Select to display the hands free control screen 1 Select to display the Apps screen 1 2 When an Apple Ca...

Page 317: ...A TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Sidedisplay The following functions can be dis played and operated on the side dis play Select or todisplaythedesired screen Navigation system Audio Vehicle information P 104 Air conditioning system P 329 Show hide the side display Refer to the NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Screendisplayduringlow temperatures When the ambient temperatur...

Page 318: ...d hold until the unlock sta tus indicators are completely illumi nated to unlock the Rear Multi Operation Panel Touch Screen Lock to lock the Rear Multi Operation Panel sys tem P 318 Shortcut button Shortcutscreenisdisplayed Touch to display hide commonly used buttons for a selected mode on the bottom portion of the screen button Press to display the home screen When the screen is on press and hol...

Page 319: ...off Touchtosetwhetherthescreenwill transition to the home screen or turn off when the automatic screen transition function operates Touch to set the amount of time 10 30 60 120seconds theRear Multi Operation Panel must be idle before the automatic screen transi tion function operates When the screen is off press the button to turn the screen on and display the previously displayed screen Press aga...

Page 320: ...er wireless com munication device brought near the Rear Multi Operation Panel If the a metal object such as the follow ing is touching or covering the Rear Multi Operation Panel Coins Keys Metallic wallets or bags Magnetic isolation cards Metallic foil such as the inner packaging of a cigarette box Disposable heat packs Discs such as a CD or DVD Cables such as a USB cable Mobile devices such as sm...

Page 321: ...ontrol screen P 326 Automatic airconditioningsystem P 323 334 The temperature can be adjusted inde pendently for each seat Seat heaters and ventilators P 337 Heating or ventilation is automatically selected according to the set tempera ture of the air conditioning system the outside temperature etc Heated steering wheel if equipped P 337 Heated steering wheel operates auto matically according to t...

Page 322: ...will operate automatically When a passenger is detected in a rear seat the seat heater and ventilator will operate automatically vehicles with 4 ZONE climate control Seat heater ventilator operation When automatic mode is selectedusing the seat heater ventilator switch passenger detection is not performed Rear seat heater operation vehicles with power rear seat The rear seat heaters are not contro...

Page 323: ...e the temperature control switch upwards to increase the tem perature and downwards to decrease the temperature Settingthefan speed Operate the switch to increase the fan speed and the switch to decrease the fan speed Press the off switch to turn the fan off Front automatic air conditioning system Airoutletsand fan speedareautomaticallyadjustedaccordingto thetem peraturesetting Press the MENU butt...

Page 324: ...mperature and vehicle speed Windshieldwiper de icer if equipped P 329 Whentheoutsidetemperatureexceeds 75 F 24 C and the air conditioning systemis on In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption the air conditioning system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically This may also reduce fuel consumption It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing the out...

Page 325: ... conditioning odors To let fresh air in set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode Duringuse variousodorsfrominsideand outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning sys tem This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents To reduce potential odors from occur ring It is recommended that the air condition ing system be set to outside air mode prior to tu...

Page 326: ...splaytherearseatheater rearseat ventilator control screen if equipped Display the Lexus Climate Con cierge control screen Display the option control screen Adjust the left side seat tempera ture setting Adjust the fan speed setting Select the air flow mode Air flows to the upper body Airflowsto the upper bodyand feet Air flows to the feet Air flows to the feet and the wind shield defogger operates...

Page 327: ... Adjust the left side seat tempera ture setting Select the right side seat air flow mode Air flows to the upper body Airflowsto the upper bodyand feet Air flows to the feet Air flows to the feet and the wind shield defogger operates Select the left side seat air flow mode Adjust the fan speed setting Function on off indicators When the function is on the indicator illu minates on the control scree...

Page 328: ... temperature airor heated air Select the S FLOW mode P 330 Prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades Windshield wiper de icer if equipped Removing pollen from the air Micro dust and pollen filter Vehicleswith4 ZONEclimatecon trol Set Lexus Climate Concierge P 321 Adjust the temperature for driver passenger and rear seats sepa rately 4 ZONE mode P 332 Set eco air conditioning ...

Page 329: ...ft side seat air flow mode Set cooling and dehumidification function on off If the A C indicator is turned off the sys tem will blow ambient temperature airor heated air Adjust the temperature for driver passenger and rear seats sepa rately 4 ZONE mode P 332 Select the right side seat air flow mode Windshield wiper de icer if equipped This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the win...

Page 330: ...l warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi ately after the automatic mode switch is pressed or AUTO is selected Cool air may blow around the upper body even when the heater is on due to sunlight Windshield fogdetection function When automatic mode is set the humidity sensor detects fog on the windshield and controls the air conditioning system to pre vent fog Automatic mode for air intakecontrol I...

Page 331: ...in a rear seat S FLOW mode will be automatically disabled P 331 The indicator will illuminate on the air con ditioning control screen when S FLOW mode is enabled To enable disable S FLOW mode and enter manual S FLOW mode select the S FLOW mode switch How the system judges if a passenger is in the vehicle P 331 Manual S FLOW mode When the S FLOW mode switch is selected S FLOW mode will be manu ally...

Page 332: ...W mode 1 Select the S FLOW mode switch to dis able S FLOW mode 2 Turn the power switch off 3 After 60 minutes have elapsed change the power switch to ON mode VehicleswithDUAL ZONEclimate control To turn on the DUAL mode perform any of the following procedures Select DUAL on the sub function menu P 326 Select DUAL on the option con trol screen Adjust the passenger s side tem perature setting The in...

Page 333: ...t or right up or down 2 Turn the knob to open or close the vent Rear center rear side 1 Direct air flow to the left or right up or down 2 Turn the knob to open or close the vent WARNING To prevent the windshield defogger from operating improperly Do not place anything on the instrument panel which may cover the air outlets Otherwise air flow may be obstructed preventing the windshield defoggers fr...

Page 334: ... feet Adjust the rear seats fan speed set Rear automatic air condi tioning system Theairoutletsandfanspeed are automatically adjusted according tothetemperaturesetting The rearairconditioningsystem canbe operated using the Center Displayand Rear Multi Operation Panel Center Display Press the MENU button on the Remote Touch to display the main menuandmovethecursorto to display the climate control s...

Page 335: ...ated by touching the displayed buttons on the Rear Multi Operation Panel The Rear Multi Operation Panel cannot be used to operate the rear air condi tioning system if the function is disabled P 334 Rear air conditioning control screen Adjust the left side rear seat tem perature setting Select the left side rear seat air flow mode Air flows to the upper body Air flows to the upper body and feet Air...

Page 336: ...r a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi ately after Rear AUTO is selected or AUTO is touched Cool air may blow around the upper body even when the heater is on due to sunlight The temperature setting of the rear seats can be adjusted using the follow ing methods When the 4 ZONE indicator is off Adjust the driver s seat tempera ture Adjust the temperature setting of each rear seat ...

Page 337: ...movethecursorto to display the shortcut buttons Then select to display the heated steering wheel front seat heater front seat ventilator control screen To display the rear seat heater rear seat ventilator control screen select if equipped Rear Multi Operation Panel Touch Climate onthehomescreen to display the air conditioning con trol screen P 318 Touching the shortcut button on the home screen wi...

Page 338: ... Mid or Hi Adjust the heated steering wheel temperature level The heated steering wheel can be adjusted in 2 levels Low or Hi Automatic mode on off indicators When the automatic mode is on the indi cator illuminates on the screen Sub function menu When the sub function button on the Remote Touch is pressed the following functions can be set to automatic mode Left hand side seat heater seat ventila...

Page 339: ...perature level Each time the switch is selected the tem perature level and level indicator change as follows AUTO Hi Lo OFF RearMultiOperation Panel if equipped Rear air conditioning control screen Adjust the rear seat heater tem perature level Each time the switch is selected the tem perature level and level indicator orange change as follows AUTO Hi Mid Lo OFF Adjust the rear seat ventilator fan...

Page 340: ...f Theheatedsteeringwheel seatheaters and seat ventilators can beusedwhen The power switch is in ON mode Air conditioning system linked control mode When the seat ventilator fan speed level is Hi the seat ventilator fan speed becomes higher according to the fan speed of the air conditioning system When the air conditioning systemis operating in S FLOW mode If a passenger is not detected in the fron...

Page 341: ...nstrument panel ornament lights if equipped Front personal lights P 342 Front interior lights P 342 Clock light Footwell lights Power switch light Door trim ornament lights Door courtesy lights Seat belt buckle lights Outer foot lights Rear interior light P 342 Shift lever lights Interior lights list Locationoftheinteriorlights A B C D E F G H I J K L M N ...

Page 342: ...osition is on the lights turn on Rear On off The rear interior lights turn on off together the front interior lights When a door is opened while the door position is on the lights turn on Using the RearMulti Operation Panel if equipped 1 Display the home screen and then touch Rear Shade Lamp P 318 2 To turn on off the rear interior lights touch the respective button Turningthelightson off Front Tu...

Page 343: ...20 minutes When front interior light or front per sonal lights do not respond as normal When water dirt etc have adhered to the lens surface When operated with a wet hand When wearing gloves etc The interior lights may turn on automati callywhen If any of the SRS airbags deploy inflate or in the event of a strong rear impact the inte rior lights will turn on automatically The interior lights will ...

Page 344: ...iorlights LS500h_OM_ U _1810 NOTICE Removing light lenses Never remove the lens for the front inte rior light and front personal lights Other wise the lights will be damaged If a lens needstoberemoved contactyourLexus dealer ...

Page 345: ..._ U _1810 5 Interior features 5 5 Usingthestoragefeatures Vehicles without power rear seat Glove box P 346 Auxiliary boxes P 349 Cup holders P 347 Console box P 348 Coin holder P 347 List of storage features Locationofthestoragefeatures A B C D E ...

Page 346: ...D E WARNING Items that should not be left in the storagespaces Do not leave glasses lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces as this may cause the following when cabin tempera ture becomes high Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other stored items Lighters or spray cans may explode If they come into contact with other stored items the lighter may catch fi...

Page 347: ...lease the button Rear vehicles without power rear seat Pull the armrest down then push in the cup holder trim to extend the cup hold ers Rear vehicles with power rear seat Press in and release the button WARNING Caution while driving Keep the glove box closed In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving an accident may occur due to an occu pant being struck by the open glove box or the items ...

Page 348: ...ems may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or sudden braking and cause injury If possi ble cover hot drinks to prevent burns When notin use Keep the cup holders closed Injuries may result in the event of an acci dent or sudden braking NOTICE To prevent damage to the rear cup holder vehicles without power rear seat Stow the cup holder before stowing the armrest To avoid damagi...

Page 349: ...o open it Rear seat vehicles with power rear seat Pull the armrest down then press the button to open the lid Auxiliaryboxes WARNING Caution while driving Do not leave the auxiliary box open while driving Items may fall out and cause death or serious injury in case of an accident or sudden stop Items unsuitable for storing over head Do not store items heavier than 0 4 lb 0 2 kg Doing so may cause ...

Page 350: ...n the cargo hooks Side Pull the strap upwards to lift the lug gage mat and remove it Trunk features Cargonet ifequipped WARNING When the cargo net is not in use To avoid injury always return the cargo hooks on the floor to their stowed posi tions Shoppingbaghooks NOTICE To prevent damagetothe grocery bag hooks Do not hang any object heavier than 11 lb 5 kg on the grocery bag hooks Luggagemats ...

Page 351: ...urntheluggagemattoitsoriginal position push the hook and lower the luggage mat Auxiliary boxes are under the luggage mats 1 Loosen the belt 2 Tighten the belt Using a belt toholdanobject 1 Loosen the belt NOTICE To prevent damage to the hook for the front luggage mat Do not hang a grocery bag or any other object from the hook Auxiliaryboxes First aidkitstoragebelt Warningreflectorstoragebelt ...

Page 352: ...on the size and shape of an object such as the case of a warning reflector the object may not be able to be secured with the belts or stowed in an aux iliary box Stowing thebelt 1 Fold the belt 2 Secure the belt with the clip To prevent damage to the warning reflec tor storage belt when it is not in use stow the belt ...

Page 353: ...nedto communicatewith a personal computer such as a USB memory device is connected If the connected external deviceis turned off depending on device If the temperature inside the vehicle is high such as after the vehicle has been parked in the sun About connected external devices Depending on the connected external device charging may occasionally be sus pended and then start again This is not a m...

Page 354: ...device or the cable of an external device while it is connected To prevent 12 volt battery discharge Do not use the USB charging ports for a long period of time with the hybrid sys tem stopped Armrest NOTICE To prevent damage to the armrest Do not place too much strain on the arm rest Assistgrips WARNING Assist grip Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from yo...

Page 355: ...nts 12 V Accessories that run on less than 10 A 120 VAC Accessories that use less than 100 W 12V Front Open the cup holder and open the lid Console box Open the console box and open the lid Rear if equipped Open the lid 120VAC if equipped Open the lid WARNING Itemsthat mustnot behung on the hook Do not hang a coat hanger or other hard or sharp object on the hook If the SRS curtainshieldairbagsdepl...

Page 356: ...rrectoperationofthe vehicle Whenturningthepowerswitchoff make sure to disconnect accessories designed for charging such as portable chargers power banks etc from the power outlets Ifsuch an accessory is left connected the following may occur The doors cannot be locked using the smart access system with push button start or wireless remote control The opening screen will be displayed on the multi i...

Page 357: ...lly after 20 minutes The rear door rear quarter sunshades can be extended and retracted using the driver s power window switch and Rear Multi Operation Panel From driver sseat Operate the driver s power window switch Rear quarter sunshade if equipped Rear door sunshade 1 Extend 2 Retract If the driver s power window switch is operated when a rear door sun shade rear quarter sunshade is retracted o...

Page 358: ...itch after either front door is opened Jam protection function Ifanobjectbecomescaughtbetweenarear door sunshade and the window frame the rear door sunshade will stop and then extend retract slightly When reconnecting the 12 volt battery The rear door rear quarter sunshades will always be retracted the first time the button is pressed The rear sunshade can be raised and lowered by operating any of...

Page 359: ...osition is shifted to R However the rear sunshade is raised again if any of the following occurs The switch is pressed again The shift position is shifted to P The shift position is shifted out of P and R and thevehicle reaches aspeed of9 mph 15 km h If the hybrid system is turned off when the rear sunshade has been lowered due to the reverse operation feature it will not be raised even when the h...

Page 360: ...HomeLink icon Illuminates while HomeLink is operating Buttons Codes stored in the HomeLink mem ory Theregisteredcodesarenoterasedeven if the 12 volt battery cable is discon nected NOTICE Do not attach items to the rear sun shade Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions Do not operate the rear sunshade con tinuously for long periods of time Garage door opener Thegaragedooropenercanbe progra...

Page 361: ... the web at www home link com lexus or call 1 800 355 3515 WARNING Whenprogrammingagaragedooror other remote control device The garage door or other device may operate so ensure people and objects are out of danger to prevent potential harm Conforming to federal safety stan dards Do not use the HomeLink compatible transceiver with any garage door opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse...

Page 362: ...indi cator light will stop flashing and pro gramming will not be able to be completed 1 Press and release the HomeLink button you want to program and check that the HomeLink indica tor light flashes orange 2 Point the remote control transmit ter for the device at the rear view mirror 1 to 3 in 25 to 75 mm from the HomeLink buttons Keep the HomeLink indicator light in view while programming 3 Progr...

Page 363: ...it If the garage door or other device does not operate proceed to Pro gramming a rolling code system 5 Repeat thesteps above to program another device for any of the remaining HomeLink buttons Programming arolling codesys tem 2 or more people may be necessary to complete rolling code programming 1 Locate the Learn or Smart but ton on the garage door opener motor in the garage This button can usual...

Page 364: ... button after programming has been completed 2 Press a programmed HomeLink button to operate a garage door 3 Within 1 minute of pressing the HomeLink button after the garage door operation has stopped press the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor Within 5 seconds of the establishment of 2 way com munication with the garage door opener both garage door opera tion indicators in the...

Page 365: ...n the garage door and the vehicle such as houses and trees feedback signals from the garage door may not be received To recall the previous door operation status press and release either Home Link buttons and or and simultaneously The last recorded status will be displayed for 3 seconds Press and hold the 2 outside buttons for 10 seconds until the HomeLink indicator light changes from continu ousl...

Page 366: ...366 5 6 Using theother interior features LS500h_OM_ U _1810 ...

Page 367: ... requirements 375 General maintenance 376 Emission inspection and mainte nance I M programs 379 6 3 Do it yourselfmaintenance Do it yourself service precautions 380 Hood 382 Positioning a floor jack 382 Engine compartment 384 12 volt battery 390 Tires 392 Replacing the tire 401 Tire inflation pressure 405 Wheels 406 Air conditioning filter 408 Electronic key battery 409 Checking and replacing fuse...

Page 368: ...d the mirrors before driving Brushes used in automatic car washes mayscratchthevehiclesurfaceandharm your vehicle s paint High pressure car washes Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the win dows and the air suspension unit if equipped Before using the car wash check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed properly When using a car wash If the doo...

Page 369: ...oved clean the parts as follows Use a soft cloth dampened with an approximately 5 solution of neutral detergent and water to clean the dirt off Wipe the surface with a dry soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture To remove oily deposits use alcohol wet wipes or a similar product WARNING When washing the vehicle Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment Doing so may cause the el...

Page 370: ...th dust or mud If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface If the paint is chipped or scratched have it repaired immediately To prevent the wheels from corroding remove any dirt and store in a place with low humidity when storing the wheels Cleaning the exterior lights Wash carefully Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush This may damage the surfaces ...

Page 371: ...dits material Protectingthevehicleinterior WARNING Water in the vehicle Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehi cle such as on the floor in the hybrid battery traction battery air vents and in the trunk P 69 Doingsomaycausethehybridbattery electrical components etc to mal function or catch fire Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet P 29 An electrical malfunct...

Page 372: ...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 Vehiclesystemssuchastheaudiosystem may be damaged if water comes into contact with electrical components such as the ...

Page 373: ...affic or dusty areas the air intake vent may need to be cleaned more regularly For details refer to Owner s Manual Sup plement or Scheduled Maintenance Cleaning the air intakevents If the vehicle is driven with the air intake vents and filters are clogged the hybrid battery traction battery may not be cooled sufficiently possibly causing an increase in the fuel consumption and damage to the hybrid...

Page 374: ...e any remaining moisture Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and ventilated area Caring for leather areas Lexus recommends cleaning 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 ...

Page 375: ...ng main tenance is required After the required maintenance is per formed according to the maintenance schedule please reset the message To reset the message follow the procedure described below 1 Press or of the meter control switch to select 2 Press or to select Vehicle Set tings and then press Maintenance requirements Toensuresafeandeconomicaldriv ing day to daycare and regular maintenanceareess...

Page 376: ...selfmaintenance General maintenance Listed beloware thegeneralmain tenance itemsthatshould beper formed at the intervalsspecified in the WarrantyandServiceGuide or Owner sManual Supplement It isrecommended that anyprob lemyounoticeshouldbebroughtto the attention ofyourLexus dealer or qualifiedservice shopforadvice WARNING If the hybrid systemis operating Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that ...

Page 377: ... Does the brake pedal have appro priate clearance from the floor Does the brake pedal have the cor rect amount of free play Items Check points Brakes The vehicle should not pull to one side when the brakes are applied The brakes should work effectively The brake pedal should not feel spongy The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied Head restraints Do the hea...

Page 378: ...oes the engine hood lock system work properly Fluid leaks There should not be any signs of fluid leakage after the vehicle has been parked Items Check points Tires Is the tire inflation pressure correct The tires should not be damaged or excessively worn Have the tires been rotatedaccordingto the maintenance schedule The wheel nuts should not be loose Windshield wip ers The wiper blades should not...

Page 379: ...loose The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a temporary malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I M test The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehicle is driven 40 or more times Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for re testing Emission inspection and maintenance I M pro grams Somestateshavevehicleemission inspectionprogramswhichinclude OB...

Page 380: ...rake fluid Engine power control unit cool ant level P 387 Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or a similar high quality ethylene gly col based non sili cate non amine non nitrite and non borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid tech nology For the U S A Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is pre mixedwith50 coolant and 50 deionized water For Canada Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is pre mixedwith55 ...

Page 381: ...and engine drive belt Be careful not to touch the engine power control unit radiator exhaust manifold etc right after driving as they may be hot Oil and other fluids may also be hot Do not leave anything that may burn easily such as paper and rags in the engine compartment Do not smoke cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel Fuel fumes are flammable Items Parts and tools Whenworkingneartheele...

Page 382: ... is fully closed and locked If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident which may result in death or serious injury Positioning a floor jack When using a floor jack followthe instructionsin the manual provided withthejack and perform the oper ation safely When raisingyourvehicle witha floor jack position the jackcor rectly Improperplacementma...

Page 383: ...383 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance LS500h_OM_ U _1810 6 Maintenance and care AWD models Rear ...

Page 384: ...oir P 387 Engine coolant reservoir P 387 Engine oil filler cap P 386 Brake fluid reservoir P 388 Fuse boxes P 411 Washer fluid tank P 389 Engine coolant radiator P 388 Power control unit coolant radiator P 388 Electric cooling fan Condenser P 388 12 volt battery P 390 Engine compartment Components A B C D E F G H I J K ...

Page 385: ...ing tempera ture and turned off check the oil level on the dipstick Checkingtheengineoil 1 Park the vehicle on level ground After warming up the engine and turning off the hybrid system wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to Enginecompartmentcover A NOTICE Checking the enginecompartment cover after installation Make sure that the cover is securely installed in its original position Checkingandadd...

Page 386: ...il quantity Low Full 1 6 qt 1 5 L 1 3 Imp qt Item Clean funnel Addingengineoil If the oil level is below or near the low level mark add engine oil of the same type as that already in the engine 1 Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise 2 Add engine oil slowly checking the dipstick 3 Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise Engine oil consumption A certain amount of engin...

Page 387: ...tcoolant reser voir The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the F and L lines on the reservoir when the hybrid system is WARNING Used engine oil Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as inflamma tion and skin cancer so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact To remove used engine oil from your skin wash thor ou...

Page 388: ... cap and check for leaks in the cooling system Check the radiator andcondenser and clear away any foreign objects If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition have your vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer Checkingfluid level The brake fluid level should be A B C WARNING When the hybrid systemis hot Donotremovetheengine powercontrol unit coolant reservoi...

Page 389: ...es and damage painted sur faces If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes flush the affected area with clean water immediately If you still experience discomfort 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 refilling the...

Page 390: ...battery After recharging reconnecting the 12 volt battery Unlocking the doors using the smart access system with push button may not be possible immediately after reconnect ingthe12 voltbattery Ifthis happens use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock unlock the doors Start the hybrid system with the power switch in ACCESSORY mode The hybrid system may not start with the power s...

Page 391: ...eep children away from the 12 volt battery Where tosafelycharge the 12 volt battery Always charge the 12 volt battery in an open area Do not charge the 12 volt bat tery in a garage or closed room where there is insufficient ventilation Emergency measures regarding electrolyte If electrolyte gets in your eyes Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical attenti...

Page 392: ...dealer Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires Also check the tiresforunevenwear suchasexcessive wear on one side of the tread New tread Worn tread Treadwear indicator The location of treadwear indicators is shown by a TWI or mark etc molded into the sidewall of each tire Replace the tires if the treadwear indica tors are showing on a tire Checkingthe12 voltbattery condition A B...

Page 393: ...w covered or icy roads For driving on snow covered roads or icy roads the use of snow tires is recom mended When installing snow tires be sure to replace all four tires All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use year round All season tires however do not have adequate traction perform...

Page 394: ...r vehicles Do not mix run flat tires and normal tires If non genuine Lexus wheels are used it may be impossible to sufficiently demon strate the performance of run flat tires Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses tire pressure warning valves and transmit ters to detect low tire inflation pressure WARNING Do not mix tires of different makes models or tread patterns ...

Page 395: ...replaced with a tire that is not an OE Original Equipment tire If a tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size If tire chains etc are installed An auxiliary supported run flat tire is equipped Ifawindowtintthataffectstheradio wave signals is installed If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehi cle particularly around the wheels or wheel housings Ifthetireinflationpressu...

Page 396: ...will change in accordance with driv ing conditions For this reason the system may give a warning even if the tire pressure does not reach a low enough level or if the pressure is higher than the pressure that was adjusted to when the system was initial ized Tire pressure warning system certification For vehicles sold in the U S A Hawaii Guam and Puerto Rico ...

Page 397: ... case after driving for about20minutes thetirepressurewarning light will blink for approximately 1 minute and then illuminate to indicate a system malfunction Installingtirepressurewarning valvesandtransmitters NOTICE Repairing orreplacing tires wheels tire pressure warning valves trans mitters and tire valve caps When removing or fitting the wheels tires or the tire pressure warning valves and tr...

Page 398: ...is pressure level 3 Start the hybrid system 4 Press or of the meter con trol switch to select 5 Press or to select Vehicle Settings and then press 6 Press or to select TPWS and then press 7 Press or to select Set Pressure Then press and hold until the tire pressure warning light blinks 3 times Then a message will be displayed on the multi information display will be displayed on the multi informa ...

Page 399: ...d and it will take longer than normal to complete If the vehicle is driven in heavy traffic or another situation where other vehicles are driven close by it may take time for the system to recognize the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters of your vehicle over those of other vehicles If initialization is not complete after driving for approximately 1 hour park the vehicle in a safe place f...

Page 400: ...sure that no wheels with tire pres sure warning valve and transmitters installed are near the vehicle Make sure to initialize the tire pressure warning system after registering the ID codes If the system is initialized before registering the ID codes the initialized values will be invalid As the tires will be warm when registra tion is completed make sure to allow the tires to cool before performi...

Page 401: ... reg istration procedure again In the following situations ID code regis tration will not be started or was not com pleted properly and the system will not operate properly Perform the ID code registration procedure again If when attempting to start ID code regis tration the tire pressure warning light does not blink slowly 3 times If when the vehicle has been driven for about 20 minutes after per...

Page 402: ...hicle do notputan object on or under the jack Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle Make sure to disable all functions of the vehicle height control of the elec tronically modulated air suspension and then stopping the hybrid system P 301 When lowering the vehicle make sure that there is no o...

Page 403: ...eel contact surface the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion causing the tire to come off 2 Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approxi mately the same amount Turn the wheel nuts until the washers come into contact with the disc wheel WARNING Replacing atire Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the vehicle has been ...

Page 404: ...In addition the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off causing a serious accident Remove any oil or grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts A B Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 103 ft lbf 140 N m 14 3 kgf m as soon as possible after changing wheels Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament as it may fly off the wheel while the vehicl...

Page 405: ...ation pressure check interval You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks or at least once a month Do not forget to check the spare Effects of incorrect tire inflation pres sure Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following Reduced fuel economy Reduced driving comfort and poor han dling Reduced tire life due to wear Reduced safety Damage to the drive train...

Page 406: ... in tire inflation pressure Whenever wheels are replaced the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters must be installed P 397 WARNING Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance Keep your tires properly inflated If the tires are not properly inflated the following conditions may occur which could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury Excessive wear Uneven wear Poo...

Page 407: ...ss tire Doing so may result in an accident causing death or serious injury Useof defective wheels prohibited Do not use cracked or deformed wheels Doing so could cause the tire to leak air during driving possibly causing an acci dent NOTICE Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters make su...

Page 408: ...hedule In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow early replacement may be required For scheduled maintenance information please refer to the Owner s Manual Sup plement or Scheduled Maintenance If air flow from the vents decreasesdra matically The filter may be clogged Check the filter and replace if necessary Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function When fragrances are placed in you...

Page 409: ...atyour Lexus dealer localelectricalapplianceshopsor camera stores Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to local laws NOTICE When using the air conditioning sys tem Make sure that a filter is always installed Usingtheairconditioningsystemwithout a filter may cause damage to the system To prevent damage to thefiltercover Wh...

Page 410: ...f swallowed by a child they can cause choking Keep away from children Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury NOTICE When replacing the battery Use a flathead screwdriver of appropri ate size Applying excessive force may deform or damage the cover For normal operation after replacing the battery Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents Always work with dry hands Mois...

Page 411: ... lid off Driver s side instrument panel Push the tab in and remove the lid Make sure to push the tab in during removal or installation Passenger s side instrument panel Push the tab in and remove the lid Make sure to push the tab in during removal or installation Trunk Remove the luggage mat P 350 Push the tab in and lift the lid off Checking and replacing fuses Ifany of the electricalcomponents d...

Page 412: ...ing the pullout tool 4 Check if the fuse is blown Type A and B Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid Type C and D Contact your Lexus dealer Type A Normal fuse Blown fuse Type B Normal fuse Blown fuse Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse A B A B A B ...

Page 413: ...uses are designed to blow protecting the wiring harness from damage WARNING To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle and possibly a fire or injury Never useafuseofahigheramperage rating than that indicated or use any other object in place of a fuse Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent Never replace a f...

Page 414: ...ced Condensation build up on the inside of the lens Temporary condensation build up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indi cate a malfunction Contact your Lexus dealer for more information in the following situations Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens Water has built up inside the headlight Light bulbs Ifanylightsburn out haveit replaced byyourLexus dealer ...

Page 415: ...le needs to be towed 419 If you think something is wrong 423 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds 424 If a warning message is displayed 434 If you have a flat tire 439 If the hybrid system will not start 440 If you lose your keys 442 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened 442 If the electronic key does not operate properly 443 If the 12 volt battery is discharged 445 If your ve...

Page 416: ... conditions of the colli sion 1 Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to slow the vehicle 2 Shift the shift position to N If the shift position is shifted to N 3 After slowing down stop the vehi cle in a safe place by the road 4 Stop the hybrid system If the shift position cannot be shi...

Page 417: ...ed using the power window switch remain calm wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water pres sure outside of the vehicle and then open the door and exit the vehicle WARNING If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost making the steering wheel heavier to ...

Page 418: ... glass they can not be shatteredby an emergency hammer Contact your Lexus dealer or after market accessory manufacturerfor further information about an emer gency hammer Escapingthevehiclefromthewindow There are cases where escaping the vehicle from the window is not possible due to seating position passenger body type etc When using an emergency hammer consider your seat location and the size of ...

Page 419: ... the damage or malfunction AWD models Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four wheels raised off the ground If the vehicle is towed with the tires contacting the ground the drivetrain or related parts may be damaged the vehicle may fly off the truck or electricity generated by the operation of the motor may cause a fire to occur depending on the nature of the damage or malfunction While towi...

Page 420: ...uck to prevent body damage WARNING Installing towing eyelets to the vehi cle Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely If not securely installed towing eyelets may come loose during towing NOTICE To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel lift type truck Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the power switch is off The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to ...

Page 421: ...he tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged Make sure to disable all functions of the vehicle height control of the elec tronically modulated air suspension Otherwise the vehicle height may change and the vehicle may be dam aged P 301 If a tow truck is not available in an emergency your vehicle may be tem porarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing eye lets This should onl...

Page 422: ...crewdriver and the vehicle body as shown in the illustration 3 Insert the towing eyelet into the hole and tighten partially by hand 4 Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a phillips head screwdriver or hard metal bar 5 Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet Take care not to damage the vehicle body 6 Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system If the hybrid sys...

Page 423: ...oises related to the sus pension system Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system Engine missing stumbling or run ning 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 feeling pedal almost touches the floor If you think something is wrong Ifyounoticeany of th...

Page 424: ...tsorwarningbuzzers Warning light Details Actions U S A or red Canada Indicates that The brake fluid level is low or The brake system is malfunctioning ImmediatelystopthevehicleinasafeplaceandcontactyourLexus dealer Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous Indicates that the brake pads are worn out only the right side pads can be detected Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer Warn...

Page 425: ...the vehicle in a safe place Handling method P 451 Warning light Details Actions Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle s charging system ImmediatelystopthevehicleinasafeplaceandcontactyourLexus dealer Warning light Details Actions Indicates that the charge of the hybrid battery traction battery has become low due to the shift position being left in N for a long time Asthehybridbattery tractionbatt...

Page 426: ... Warning light Details Actions 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 Warning light Details Actions Indicates that the Pop Up Hood system has operated The Pop Up Hood system cannot be reused once it has operated Have it replaced by your Lexus...

Page 427: ... objects is operating Follow the instructions displayedon the multi information display When a buzzer does not sound Brake Override System is operating Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal Warning light Details Actions red or yellow Indicates a malfunction in the EPS Electric Power Steering system Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately Warning light Detail...

Page 428: ...e seat belt is still unfastened the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds Rear passengers seatbeltreminderlights 1 warningbuzzer 2 1 This light illuminates on the center panel 2 Rear passengers seat belt warning buzzer The rear passengers seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear passengers that his or her seat belt is not fastened The buzzer sounds once if the vehicle ...

Page 429: ...or being dirty or covered with ice etc Follow the instructions displayed onthe multi information display P 267 Warning light Details Actions flashes Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert function Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sensor is covered with dirt etc P 259 Follow the instructions displayed o...

Page 430: ...s or illumi nates When a buzzer sounds simultaneously Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS Pre Collision System Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately If a buzzer does not sound The PCS Pre Collision System has become temporarily unavailable corrective action may be necessary Follow the instructions displayed onthe multi information display P 204 210 437 If the PCS ...

Page 431: ... side impact sensors front side impact sensors rear driver s seat position sensor driver s seat belt buckle switch front passenger occu pant classification system ECU and sen sors rear seat belt buckle switches if equipped AIR BAG ON indicator light AIR BAG OFF indicator light front pas senger s seat belt buckle switch seat belt pretensioners airbags interconnecting wir ing and power sources P 29 ...

Page 432: ...duetonaturalcauses The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature In this case adjust ing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light after a few minutes Conditions that the tire pressure warn ing systemmay not function properly P 395 WARNING If both the ABS and the brake system w...

Page 433: ...hicle s handling and stopping abil ity Please note that the TPMS tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumina tionoftheTPMSlowtirepressuretelltale tire pressure warning light Yourvehiclehasalsobeenequippedwith a TPMS tire pres...

Page 434: ...Multi information display Follow the instructions of the message on the multi information display If any of the warning messages are shown again after the appropriate actions have been performed contact your Lexus dealer F SPORT models main meter in center position A B Master warning light The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a mes sage is currently being dis...

Page 435: ...age is currently being displayed on the multi information display Multi information display Follow the instructions of the message on the multi information display If any of the warning messages are shown again after the appropriate actions have been performed contact your Lexus dealer A B Messagesandwarnings Warning buzzer Warning Comes on Sounds Indicates an important situation such as when a sy...

Page 436: ...ons are heavier than usual grip the steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual If HybridSystem OverheatedOutput Power Reduced is displayed This message may be displayed when driv ing under severe operating conditions For example when driving up a long steep hill Handling method P 450 If Warming Up Maximum Vehicle Speed 65 MPH isdisplayed The transmission is being warmed up an...

Page 437: ...High Beam If Radar Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner s Manual is displayed The dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range system is suspended tem porarily or until the problem shown in the message is resolved causes and coping methods P 204 210 If RadarCruiseControlUnavailable is displayed The dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range system cannot be used temporarily Use the s...

Page 438: ...ndicates the need for referring to Owner s Manual is dis played If any of the following messages are shown on the multi information display follow the instructions Engine Coolant Temp High P 450 Battery Low P 445 TransmissionFluidTempHigh P 177 If any of the following messages are shown on the multi information display it may indicate a malfunction Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer i...

Page 439: ...f High Power Consumption Partial LimitOn AC Heater Operation is displayed frequently There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the 12 volt bat tery may be deteriorating Have the vehi cle inspected by your Lexus dealer If Have Traction Battery Inspected is displayed This message indicates that the hybrid battery traction battery may require inspection or replacement Have th...

Page 440: ... the tires When removing or fitting the wheels tires or the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly When driving overbumps If a vehicle has a flat tire the vehicle height will be lower than usual Ensure that nothing strikes the bottom of the vehicle To avoid damage to the tire p...

Page 441: ... hybrid system does not start the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the hybrid sys tem if the power switch is functioning normally Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency 1 Press the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set P 183 Parking brake indicator will come on 2 Turn the power switch to ACCES SORY mode 3 Pressandholdthepower...

Page 442: ...keyscan bemadebyyourLexusdealerusing anothermechanical key and the key numberstampedon your key numberplate Keeptheplateinasafeplace such as yourwallet not in the vehicle NOTICE When an electronic keyis lost If the electronic key remains lost the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly Visit your Lexus dealer immediately with all remaining electronic keys and the card key if equipped that we...

Page 443: ...le again Lockingthe door 1 With the door open push down the inside lock button 2 Close the door Trunk Turn the mechanical key clockwise to open P 73 If the electronic key does not operate properly Ifcommunication between the electronickey andvehicle isinter rupted P 125 orthe electronic key cannotbe used becausethe batteryis depleted the smart accesssystemwith push button start and wirelessremote ...

Page 444: ...ler Stopping the hybrid system Set the parking brake shift the shift position to P and press the power switch as you nor mally do when stopping the hybrid system Electronic key battery As the above procedure is a temporary measure it is recommended that the elec tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted P 409 Changing power switch modes Release the brake pedal and pre...

Page 445: ...t the trunk opener cannot be used use the mechanical key to open the trunk P 443 3 Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to on your vehicle and connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to on the second vehicle Then connect a negative cable clamp to on the second vehicle and connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to Positive battery terminal your vehicle Positive b...

Page 446: ... your Lexus dealer 8 Once the hybrid system has started remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order from which they were connected Method connecting jumper or booster cables to the exclusive jump starting terminal 1 Confirm that the electronic key is being carried When connecting the jumper or booster cables depending on the situation the alarm may activate and doors locked P 74 2 Open the...

Page 447: ... the doors of your vehicle with the power switch off 7 Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the power switch to ON mode 8 Make sure the READY indicator comes on If the indicator does not come on contact your Lexus dealer 9 Once the hybrid system has started remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con...

Page 448: ...irst attempt after the 12 volt battery has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt This is not a malfunction The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle When the 12 volt battery is reconnected the system willreturnto the mode it was in before the 12 volt battery was discharged Before disconnecting the 12 volt battery turn the power switch off If you are unsure what mode th...

Page 449: ... contain lead and lead com pounds Observe the following precau tions when handling the 12 volt battery A B C Whenworkingwiththe12 voltbattery always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow any battery fluids acid to come into contact with skin clothing or the vehicle body Do not lean over the 12 volt battery In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes immediatel...

Page 450: ...nnecting the jumper cables ensure that they do not become entan gled in the cooling fan or engine drive belt To prevent damaging the vehicle The exclusive jump starting terminal is to be used when charging the 12 volt bat tery from another vehicle in an emer gency It cannot be used to jump start another vehicle If your vehicle overheats Thefollowingmay indicate that yourvehicleis overheating The e...

Page 451: ...ng fan oper ates and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a cold start Confirm that the fan is operating by checking the fan sound and air flow If it is difficult to check these turn the air con ditioning system on and off repeatedly The fan may not operate in freezing tem peratures 7 If the fan is no...

Page 452: ...over and add coolant if necessary Water can be used in an emergency if coolant is unavailable 6 After stopping the hybrid system and waiting for 5 minutes or more start the hybrid system again and check for the multi information dis play If the message does not disappear Stop the hybrid system and contact your Lexus dealer If the message is not displayed The hybrid system temperature has dropped a...

Page 453: ...d The engine com partment may be very hot After the hybrid system has been turned off check that the READY indicator off When the hybrid system is operating the gasoline engine may automatically start or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline engine stops Do not touch or approach rotat ing parts such as the fan which may lead to fingers or clothing especially a tie a scarf or a ...

Page 454: ...ft the shift position to D or R and release the parking brake Then while exercising caution depress the accelerator pedal When it isdifficulttofree thevehicle Press the switch to turn off TRAC NOTICE Topreventdamagetothecoolingsys tem Observe the following precautions Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter such as sand or dust etc Do not use any coolant additive If the vehicle becomes...

Page 455: ...t becomes free Use extreme caution When shifting the shift position Be careful not to shift the shift position with the accelerator pedal depressed This may lead to unexpected rapid accel eration of the vehicle that may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury NOTICE To avoid damaging the transmission andother components Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator p...

Page 456: ...456 7 2 Steps to take in an emergency LS500h_OM_ U _1810 ...

Page 457: ...hicle specifications Vehicle specifications 8 1 Specifications Maintenance data fuel oil level etc 458 Fuel information 468 Tire information 470 8 2 Customization Customizable features 479 8 3 Initialization Items to initialize 494 ...

Page 458: ...s It is used in registering the ownership of your vehi cle This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel Maintenance data fuel oil level etc Dimensionsandweight Overall length 206 1 in 5235 mm Overall width 74 8 in 1900 mm Overall height 1 2WD models 57 5 in 1460 mm 2 57 1 in 1450 mm 3 AWD models 57 9 in 1470 mm 2 57 5 in 1460 mm 3 Wheelbase 123 0 in 3125 mm Tread 1 Front 2WD mode...

Page 459: ...mped on the engine block as shown Engine Model 3 5 L 6 cylinder 8GR FXS Type 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle gasoline Bore and stroke 3 70 3 27 in 94 0 83 0 mm Displacement 210 9 cu in 3456 cm3 Valve clearance Automatic adjustment Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment Fuel Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only Octane Rating 91 Research Octane Number 96 or higher Fuel tank capacity Reference 22 2 gal 84 0 L...

Page 460: ...ded viscosity SAE 0W 20 SAE 0W 20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather If SAE 0W 20 is not available SAE 5W 20 oil may be used However it must be replaced with SAE 0W 20 at the next oil change Recommended viscosity SAE Electricmotor tractionmotor Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor Maximum output 131 9 kW Maximum torque 221 3 ft lbf 300 N m 30 6 kgf m Hybr...

Page 461: ...uited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds or under extreme load con ditions How to read oil container label The International Lubricant Specifica tion Advisory Committee ILSAC Certification Mark isadded to someoil containerstohelpyouselecttheoilyou should use A Coolingsystem Capacity Gasoline engine 11 6 qt 11 0 L 9 7 Imp qt Power con trol unit 2 6 qt 2 5 L 2 2 Imp qt Coolant type Use either...

Page 462: ...Do not adjust the spark plug gap Electricalsystem 12 voltbattery Open voltage at 68 F 20 C 12 0 V or higher Turn the power switch off and turn on the high beam headlights for 30 seconds Charging rates Quick charge Slow charge 15 A max 5 A max Hybridtransmission Fluid capacity 7 2 qt 6 8 L 6 0 Imp qt Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS NOTICE Hybrid transmission fluid type Usingtransmissionfluidothert...

Page 463: ...uivalent oil of matching quality to satisfy the above specification Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details Frontdifferential AWDmodels Oil capacity 0 69 qt 0 65 L 0 57 Imp qt Oil type and viscosity Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W 85 GL 5 or equivalent Rear differential Oil capacity 0 90 qt 0 85 L 0 75 Imp qt Oil type and viscosity Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 7...

Page 464: ...hing the parking brake switch for 1 to 2 seconds comes on When pulling the parking brake switch for 1 to 2 seconds turns off Fluid type FMVSS No 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 FMVSS No 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704 Steering Free play Less than 1 2 in 30 mm Tiresandwheels Tire size 245 50RF19 101W Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Driving under normal conditions Front 36 psi 250 kPa...

Page 465: ...ires Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall Wheel size 19 8J Wheel nut torque 103 ft lbf 140 N m 14 3 kgf m Tire size 245 45RF20 99Y Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Driving under normal conditions Front 35 psi 240 kPa 2 4 kgf cm2 or bar Rear 35 psi 240 kPa 2 4 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high speeds above 137 mph 220 km h...

Page 466: ...ceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall Wheel size Front wheels 20 8 1 2J Rear wheels 20 9 1 2J Wheel nut torque 103 ft lbf 140 N m 14 3 kgf m Tire size 245 45RF20 99V Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Driving under normal conditions Front 35 psi 240 kPa 2 4 kgf cm2 or bar Rear 35 psi 240 kPa 2 4 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high spe...

Page 467: ...l conditions Front 36 psi 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm2 or bar Rear 36 psi 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high speeds above 100 mph 160 km h in countries where such speeds are permitted by law Add9psi 60kPa 0 6kgf cm2 orbar tothefronttiresand rear tires Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall Wheel size Front wheels 20 8 1 2J Rear wheels 20 9 1 2J Wheel nu...

Page 468: ...lended gasoline Use only gasoline containing up to 15 ethanol DO NOT use any flex fuel or gasoline that could contain more than 15 etha nol including from any pump labeled E30 30 ethanol E50 50 ethanol E85 85 ethanol which are only some examples of fuel containing more than 15 ethanol If you use gasohol in your vehicle be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 91 Lexus does not recommend ...

Page 469: ...ohol other than the type previously stated Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance prob lems Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the level previously stated may cause persistent heavy knocking At worst this may lead to engine dam age and will void the vehicle warranty When refueling with gasohol Take care not to spill gasohol It can dam age ...

Page 470: ...n a tire Radial tires or bias ply tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall A tire not marked RADIAL is a bias ply tire TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly put into the tire A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure P 393 Maximum cold tire inflation pressure ...

Page 471: ...ymbol Tire Identification Number TIN Tire manufacturer s identification mark Manufacturer s code Manufacturing week Manufacturing year The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Typical tiresizeinformation The illustration indicates typical tire size Tire use P Passenger car T Temporary use Section width millimeters Aspect ratio tire height...

Page 472: ...cle tires must con formtoFederalSafetyRequirementsin addition to these grades Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width Forexample Treadwear200TractionAA Temperature A Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative ratingbasedonthewearrateofthetire when tested under controlled condi tions on a specified government test course...

Page 473: ... passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or exces sive loading either separately or in combi nation can cause he...

Page 474: ...b 2 3kg inexcessof the standard items which they replace not previ ously considered in curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty 12 volt battery and special trim Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assem bly upon which the tire beads are seated Rim diameter Wheel diameter Nominal diameter of the bead seat Rim size designation Rim d...

Page 475: ...rcass The tire structure except tread and sidewall rubber which when inflated bears the load Chunking The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall Cord The strands forming the plies in the tire Cord separation The parting of cords from adjacent rubber com pounds Cracking Any parting within the tread sidewall or innerliner of the tire extending to cord material CT Apneumatictirewithaninvert...

Page 476: ...load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissi ble inflation pressure for that tire Maximum permissible inflation pres sure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated Measuring rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimen sion requirements Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread sidewall or innerliner that extends to cord material Outer...

Page 477: ...ation or protective bands Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and bead Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall Snow tire A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater than 110 compared to the ASTM E 1136 Standard Reference Test Tire when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F 1805 00 Standard Test Method fo...

Page 478: ...ead Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing Tire related term Meaning Designated seating capac ity Number of occupants Vehicle normal load Num ber of occupants Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 through 4 2 2 in front 5 through 10 3 2 in front 1 in second seat 11 through 15 5 2 in front 1 in second seat 1 in third seat 1 ...

Page 479: ...the desired setting When customizing using the Remote Touch Stop the vehicle in a safe place apply the parking brake and shift the shift position to P Also toprevent12 voltbatterydischarge leave the hybrid system operating while customizing the features Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being cus Customizable features Yourvehicle includesa variety of electronic...

Page 480: ...at belts with comfort function Vehicleproximitynotificationsystem P 65 Gauges metersand multi informationdisplay P 76 81 85 90 Function Default setting Customized set ting Easy Access Buckle 1 On Off O Retraction of front seat belts when vehicle speed reaches approximately 12 mph 20 km h 2 On Off O Retraction of front seat belt when corresponding front door is opened or seat belt is released 2 On ...

Page 481: ...onomy after reset Drive information 2 Distance driving range Average vehicle speed after reset Clock 12 hour display 24 hour display O Pop up display On Off O Accent color Color 1 Color 2 O O Tachometer setting Change accord ing to driving mode Always tachome ter O Always Hybrid System Indicator Rev indicator 3 4000 r min 2000 6600 r min O Off Rev peak 3 On Off O EV indicator On Off O Suggestion f...

Page 482: ...ration sta tus On Off O Function Default setting Customized set ting Unlocking using a mechani cal key Driver s door unlocked in one step all doors unlocked in two step All doors unlocked in one step O Automatic door locking func tion Shift position linked door lock ing operation Off O O Speed linked door locking operation Automatic door unlocking function Shift position linked door unlocking oper...

Page 483: ...g unlocked 60 seconds Off O O 30 seconds 120 seconds Open door warning buzzer On Off O Function Default setting Customized set ting Smart access system with push button start On Off O Smart door unlocking Driver s door All the doors O O Time elapsed before unlock ingallthedoorwhengripping and holding the driver s door handle 2 seconds Off O 1 5 seconds 2 5 seconds Number of consecutive door lock o...

Page 484: ...ff O O Function Default setting Customized set ting Hands Free Power Trunk Lid kick sensor On Off O Function Default setting Customized set ting Driver s seat position linked head restraint height opera tion Off On O Function Default setting Customized set ting Automatic rear seat opera tion door linked rear seat return function and shift linked rear seat reclining function On Off O Function Defau...

Page 485: ...g doors linked to the memory recall function Driver s door All doors O Driver s seat slide movement when exiting the vehicle Full Off O O Partial Driver s seat height move ment when exiting the vehicle Off Full O O Partial Steering wheel movement Tilt only Off O O Telescopic only Tilt and telescopic Function Default setting Customized set ting Automatic mirror folding and extending operation Linke...

Page 486: ...er On Off O Function Default setting Customized set ting Signal buzzer when the shift position is in R Single Intermittent O Function Default setting Customized set ting Light sensor sensitivity Standard 2 to 2 O O Time elapsed before head lights automatically turn off after doors are closed 30 seconds Off O O 60 seconds 90 seconds Windshield wiper linked headlight illumination On Off O Function D...

Page 487: ...CTA function On Off O Adjust alert timing Middle Far O Near Pedestrian alert and FCTA function On Off O Function Default setting Customized set ting Lane centering function On Off O Steering assist function On Off O Lane change assist function On Off O Alert type Steering wheel vibration Buzzer O Alert sensitivity High Standard O Vehicle sway warning func tion On Off O Vehicle sway warning sensi t...

Page 488: ...stomized set ting RSA Road Sign Assist On Off O Excess speed notification method Display only No notification O Display and buzzer Excess speed notification level 1 mph 2 km h 3 mph 5 km h O 5 mph 10 km h Other notifications method No entry notification Display only No notification O Display and buzzer Function Default setting Customized set ting BSM Blind Spot Monitor On Off O Outside rear view m...

Page 489: ... Intermediate Early O Late Only when vehi cle detected in blind spot Function Default setting Customized set ting Buzzer volume Level2 Level1 O Level3 Function Default setting Customized set ting Intuitive parking assist On Off O Function Default setting Customized set ting RCTA Rear cross traffic alert function On Off O Function Default setting Customized set ting RCD Rear camera detec tion funct...

Page 490: ...ng Customized set ting Powertrain control in custom mode Normal Power O Eco Chassis control in custom mode Normal Sport O Comfort Air conditioning operation in custom mode Normal Eco O Function Default setting Customized set ting Vehicle height control On Off O Ingress egressheight control function On Off O Vehicle height when parked Normal High O Function Default setting Customized set ting A C a...

Page 491: ...de Standard 2 cooler to 2 warmer O O Left hand rear seat tempera ture preference in automatic mode 1 Standard 2 cooler to 2 warmer O O Right hand rear seat tem perature preference in auto matic mode 1 Standard 2 cooler to 2 warmer O O Power switch linked auto matic activation of the left hand rear seat heater ventilator 2 Off On O O Power switch linked auto matic activation of the right hand rear ...

Page 492: ...7 5 seconds 30 seconds Operation after the power switch is turned off On Off O Operation when the doors are unlocked On Off O Operation when you approach the vehicle with the electronic key on your person On Off O Footwell lights On Off O Instrument panel ornament light and door trim ornament lights On Off O Timeelapsedbeforetheouter foot lights turn off 15 seconds Off O O 7 5 seconds 30 seconds O...

Page 493: ... If a setting is changed using a switch the changed setting will not be reflected on the audio system screen until the power switch is turned off and then to ON mode Clock settings screen If the clock adjustment screen is displayed continuously when attempting to change the clock settings the system may be mal functioning Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer ...

Page 494: ...stem When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when changing trav eling speed or load weight When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when the tire size is changed When rotating the tires After performing the transmitter ID code registration procedure P 398 Lexus parking assist monitor 12 volt battery has been reinstalled The steering wheel has been moved while the 12 volt bat...

Page 495: ...OM_ U _1810 9 9 For owners For owners 9 1 Forowners Reporting safety defects for U S owners 496 Seat belt instructions for Cana dian owners in French 496 SRS airbag instructions for Cana dian owners in French 498 ...

Page 496: ...Toll free 1 800 25 LEXUS If NHTSA receives similar com plaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may orderarecallandremedycampaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Lexus Division of Toyota Motor Sales U S A Inc To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at ...

Page 497: ...lochées ou entaillées excessive ment Entretien et soin ATTENTION Détérioration et usure des ceintures de sécurité Inspectez le système de ceintures de sécurité régulièrement Contrôlez l absence de coupures d effilochages et de pièces desserrées N utilisez pas une ceinture de sécurité endommagée avant qu elle ne soit remplacée Une ceinture de sécurité endommagée ne permet pas de protéger un occupan...

Page 498: ...nducteur et du passager avant Coussins gonflables latéraux et rideaux SRS Coussins gonflables latéraux avant SRS Participent à la protection du torse des occupants de siège avant Coussins gonflables latéraux arrière SRS Participent à la protection du torse des occupants des sièges latéraux arrière SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners in French The following isa French explanationofSRS airba...

Page 499: ...S Système de classification de l occupant du siège passager avant ECU et cap teurs Capteurs d impact latéral porte avant Coussins gonflables de genoux Coussin gonflable passager avant Coussins gonflables rideaux Témoins indicateurs AIR BAG ON et AIR BAG OFF Coussins gonflables latéraux avant Capteurs d impact latéral avant Témoin d avertissement SRS Coussins gonflables latéraux arrière Prétensionn...

Page 500: ...ions relativesaux coussins gonflables SRS Respectez les précautions suivantes concernant les coussins gonflables SRS Le non respect de ces précautions peut occasionner des blessures graves voire mortelles Leconducteurettouslespassagersdu véhicule doivent porter correctement leur ceinture de sécurité Les coussins gonflables SRS sont des dispositifs supplémentaires à utiliser avec les ceintures de s...

Page 501: ...pédales du volant et la vue des commandes du tab leau de bord Si vous attachez une rallonge de cein ture de sécurité aux boucles de cein ture de sécurité avant sans l attacher au pêne de la ceinture de sécurité les coussins gonflables frontaux SRS déterminent que le conducteur et le passager avant ont attaché leur cein ture de sécurité bien que la ceinture de sécurité ne soit pas attachée Dans cec...

Page 502: ...la route sur le siège passager avant même si le témoin indicateur AIR BAG OFF estallumé En cas d accident la force engendrée par le déploiement rapide du coussin gonflable du passager avant peut blesser grièvement voire tuer l enfant si le siège de sécurité enfant type dos à la route est installé sur le siège du pas sager avant Ne vous asseyez pas sur le bord du siège et ne vous appuyez pas contre...

Page 503: ...entraînerledéploiement accidentel des coussins gonflables latéraux occasionnant des blessures graves voire mortelles Évitez de faire subir des chocs ou des pressions excessives aux parties ren fermant les composants de coussins gonflables SRS ou aux portes avant En effet cela pourrait entraîner un dys fonctionnement des coussins gonfla bles SRS Ne touchez aucun composant immédiatement après le dép...

Page 504: ...u de bord de la planche de bord dessièges ou de leur garnissage desmontantsavant latérauxetarrière des rails latéraux de toit des panneaux de porte avant des garnitures de porte avant ou des haut parleurs de porte avant Modifications du panneau de porte avant par exemple perçage d un trou dans le panneau Réparations ou modifications des ailes avant du pare chocs avant ou des flancs de l habitacle ...

Page 505: ...505 LS500h_OM_ U _1810 Index What to do if Troubleshooting 506 Alphabetical Index 509 ...

Page 506: ...ot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child protector lock P 115 The function to prevent the elec tronic key from being left inside the trunk will operate and you can open the trunk as usual Take the key out from the trunk P 120 Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal P 170 Is the electronic key ...

Page 507: ...nside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm The sensor detects itand the alarm sounds P 73 Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms Unlock the doors Turn the power switch to ACCES SORY or ON mode or start the hybrid system The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds Is the message displayed on the multi information display Check the message on the multi ...

Page 508: ... _1810 extra caution and take your vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer as soon as possible to have the tire replaced P 439 Trytheprocedureforwhenthevehi cle becomes stuck in mud dirt or snow P 454 The vehiclebecomesstuck ...

Page 509: ...9 Modification and disposal of airbags 37 Side airbag operating conditions 32 Side airbag precautions 34 Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions 32 Side and curtain shield airbags precau tions 34 SRS airbags 29 SRS warning light 426 Alarm 73 Warning buzzer 424 Anchor brackets 46 55 Antennas smart access system with push button start 123 Anti lock Brake System ABS 302 Warning light 426...

Page 510: ...utions 155 Rear door child protectors 115 Removed electronic key battery precau tions 410 Seat belt extender precautions 25 Seat belt precautions 45 Trunk precautions 116 Child protectors 115 Cleaning Aluminum wheels 368 Exterior 368 Interior 371 Radar sensor 200 206 Seat belts 371 Clock 81 85 355 Clock light 341 Coat hooks 354 Coin holder 347 Condenser 388 Console box 348 Cooling system 387 Engin...

Page 511: ...id vehicle driving tips 307 Procedures 160 Winter drive tips 309 Driving information display 91 Driving position memory 142 Memory recall function 145 Power easy access system 142 Driving range 92 Driving support system information display 93 DRS Dynamic Rear Steering 302 Dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range 245 255 Warning message 253 Dynamic Rear Steering DRS 302 E ECB Electronical...

Page 512: ...ing 385 Preparing and checking before winter 309 Warning light 425 Engine oil maintenance data 387 Engine switch power switch 170 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency 416 EPS Electric Power Steering 302 Warning light 427 EV drive mode 174 EV indicator 64 Event data recorder EDR 8 F FCTA Front Cross Traffic Alert 230 First aid kit storage belt 351 Flat tire Tire pressure warning system...

Page 513: ...96 Pop up display 99 Settings 98 Heated steering wheel 337 Heaters Front automatic air conditioning system 323 Heated steering wheel 337 Outside rear view mirrors 324 Rear automatic air conditioning system 334 Seat heaters 337 Height control Electronically modulated air suspension 299 High voltage components 66 Hill start assist control 302 Hood Open 382 Pop Up Hood 38 Hooks Coat hooks 354 Retaini...

Page 514: ...2 Jam protection function Moon roof 157 Power trunk opener and closer 121 Power windows 154 Rear door sunshade 357 K Keyless entry Smart access system with push button start 123 Wireless remote control 110 Keys Battery saving function 124 Electronic key 108 If the electronic key does not operate properly 443 If you lose your keys 442 Key number plate 108 Keyless entry 112 123 Mechanical key 108 Po...

Page 515: ...signal lever 182 Vanity lights 357 Welcome light illumination control 188 Lock steering column 171 LTA Lane Tracing Assist Operation 233 Warning messages 245 Luggage mats 350 M Maintenance Do it yourself maintenance 380 General maintenance 376 Maintenance data 458 Maintenance requirements 375 Malfunction indicator lamp 426 Master warning light 431 Menu icons 90 Meter Changing the main meter locati...

Page 516: ...w mirrors Adjustment 152 BSM Blind Sport Monitor 258 Folding 153 Linked mirror function when reversing 152 Mirror position memory 142 Outside rear view mirror defoggers324 RCTA function 271 Outside temperature 81 85 Overheating 450 P Paddle shift switches 180 181 Panic mode 110 Parking assist sensors intuitive parking assist 265 Parking brake Operation 183 Parking brake engaged warning buzzer 184 ...

Page 517: ...mera detection 263 Warning message 276 RCD Rear Camera Detection Function 275 RCTA Function 271 Warning message 272 RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert 263 RCTA function 272 Rear automatic air conditioning system 334 Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA 271 Rear door sunshades 357 Rear Multi Operation Panel 318 Rear seat position memory 146 Rear seats 138 Adjustment 138 Head restraints 147 Rear seat position m...

Page 518: ...ting in the seat 23 Rear seat relaxation system 141 Seat heaters 337 Seat position memory 142 146 Seat ventilators 337 Secondary Collision Brake 302 Sensor Automatic headlight system 187 Automatic High Beam system 190 Inside rear view mirror 151 Intuitive parking assist 265 LTA Lane Tracing Assist 233 Parking Support Brake function rear crossing vehicles 290 Parking Support Brake function static o...

Page 519: ...rument panel light control switches 83 89 Intuitive parking assist switch 266 Light switches 187 LTA Lane Tracing Assist switch 239 Meter control switches 91 Moon roof switches 156 ODO TRIP switch 83 89 Outside rear view mirror switches 152 Paddle shift switches 180 181 Parking brake switch 183 PCS OFF switch 215 225 PKSB Parking Support Brake switch 279 Power door lock switch 114 Power switch 170...

Page 520: ...e warning system 394 Warning light 428 Top tether strap 55 Total load capacity 458 Towing Dinghy towing 169 Emergency towing 419 Towing eyelet 422 Trailer towing 168 TRAC Traction Control 302 Traction battery hybrid battery Hybrid battery traction battery air vents 69 Location 66 Specification 460 Warning message 69 Traction Control TRAC 302 Traction motor electric motor 63 Trailer towing 168 Tran...

Page 521: ...st 270 429 Low engine oil pressure 425 LTA Lane Tracing Assist 233 429 Open door 113 115 Open window 155 PKSA Parking Support Alert 264 PKSB Parking Support Brake 430 Pop Up Hood 426 Pre collision braking 212 224 RCD Rear Camera Detection 429 RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert 429 Seat belt 427 428 Warning label 66 Warning lights 424 ABS 426 Brake hold operated indicator 431 Brake Override System 427 B...

Page 522: ...window defogger 324 Washer 192 Windshield wiper de icer 329 Windshield wipers Position 195 Rain sensing windshield wipers 192 Winter driving tips 309 Wireless remote control Battery Saving Function 124 Locking Unlocking 110 Replacing the battery 409 For information regarding the equipment listed below refer to the NAVIGATION AND MULTI MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Navigation system Audio visual syst...

Page 523: ...523 1 1 What to do if Troubleshooting LS500h_OM_ U _1810 523 Alphabetical Index ...

Page 524: ...r P 198 Fuel filler door P 198 Hood lock release lever P 382 Tire inflation pressure P 464 Fuel tank capacity Ref erence 22 2 gal 84 0 L 18 5 Imp gal Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P 459 P 468 Cold tire inflation pres sure P 464 Engine oil capacity Drain and refill ref erence P 460 Engine oil type P 460 A B C D E F ...

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