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571-1. For safe use
1
For safety and security
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
■Unoccupied
■There is a malfunction in the system
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lightsNot illuminated
SRS warning light
Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
Devices
Front passenger airbagDeactivated
Side airbag on the right side
passenger seats
ActivatedCurtain shield airbag in the front passenger side
Front passenger knee airbagDeactivated
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensionerDeactivated or
activated
*6
Active head restraints Deactivated
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights“AIR BAG OFF”
SRS warning lightOn
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder lightOff
Devices
Front passenger airbagDeactivated
Side airbag on the right side
passenger seats
ActivatedCurtain shield airbag in the front passenger side
Front passenger knee airbagDeactivated
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner
Activated
Active head restraints
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93
Instrument cluster2
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ....................................... 94
Gauges and meters ..................... 99
Multi-information display ........ 105
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ................. 112
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LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
2. Instrument cluster
◆Instrument cluster
The units used on the speedometer, the tachometer and some indicators may dif-
fer depending on the target region.
◆Center panel
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, center
panel and outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of
the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all
warning lights and indicators illuminated.
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952. Instrument cluster
2
Instrument cluster
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
◆Outside rear view mirrors (vehicles with BSM)
Warning lights inform the driver of ma lfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
( P. 4 9 3 )*1
Slip indicator ( P. 4 9 5 )
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
( P. 4 9 3 )*1, 2Brake hold operated
indicator ( P. 495)
*1Charging system warning
light ( P. 4 9 4 )*1, 2
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 495)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 4 9 4 )*1, 2
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 495)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 4 9 4 )*1Brake system warning light
( P. 495)
*1SRS warning light
( P. 4 9 4 )Open door warning light
( P. 4 9 6 )
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962. Instrument cluster
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
*1: These lights come on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicatethat a system check is being performed. They will go off after the hybrid system is
on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do
not come on, or go off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
( P. 4 9 4 )Low fuel level warning light
( P. 4 9 6 )
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
( P. 4 9 4 )Seat belt reminder light
( P. 4 9 6 )
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
( P. 4 9 4 )*1Master warning light
( P. 4 9 6 )
*1, 2
(if equipped)
Pre-collision system warn-
ing light ( P. 495)*1
Tire pressure warning light
( P. 4 9 7 )
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982. Instrument cluster
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
*1: These lights come on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicatethat a system check is being performed. They will go off after the hybrid system is
on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do
not come on, or go off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light flashes faster than
usual to indicate that the system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM ou tside rear view mirror indicators illumi-
nate in the following situations:
• When the power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch is set to ON.
• When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the power switch is in ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators
will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicato rs do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction with the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*1
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 2 2 8 )
*4
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators ( P. 3 0 8 )
*1
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 2 2 8 )*1“A I R B A G O N /
OFF” indicator
( P. 5 5 )
CAUTION
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on
when you start the hybrid system, this co uld mean that these systems are not avail-
able to help protect you in an accident, wh ich could result in death or serious injury.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.
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2304-2. Driving procedures
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
■Parking brake indicator light
●Depending on the power switch mode, the parking brake indicator light will come
on and stay on as described below:
ON mode: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in ON mode: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.
●When the power switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking brake
indicator light will stay on for about 15 seconds. This does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is dr iven at a speed of approximately 3 mph (5
km/h) or more with the parking brake engaged.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning message will turn on or flash. ( P. 495, 503)
Depending on the condition, the parking brake indicator light may flash.
■Usage in winter time
P. 3 2 6
NOTICE
■When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, shift the shift lever 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 warning messages.
■When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction
Use the parking brake release tool to manually release the parking brake.
( P. 5 2 0 )
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components over-
heating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.
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2324-2. Driving procedures
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
■When the parking brake is set automatically while the system is holding the brakes
The parking brake will not be released automatically. Release the parking brake by
operating the parking brake switch, making sure that the parking brake indicator
light goes off. ( P. 2 2 8 )
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning mess ages will turn on or flash. (P. 495, 503)
CAUTION
■When the vehicle is on a steep incline
When using the brake hold system on a steep incline exercise caution. The brake
hold function may not hold th e vehicle in such a situation.
■When stopped on a slippery road
The system cannot stop the vehicle when the gripping ability of the tires has been
exceeded. Do not use the system wh en stopped on a slippery road.
NOTICE
■When parking the vehicle
The brake hold system is not designed for use when parking the vehicle for a long
period of time. Turning the power switch off while the system is holding the brake
may release the brake, which would cause the vehicle to move. When operating
the power switch, depress the brake pedal, set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.