2015 LEXUS LX570 battery

1952-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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The meters and display illuminate when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
The brightness of the instrument panel lights
When the tail lights are turned on, the mete r’s brightness will be reduced slightly
unless the meter brightness level adjust ment is set to the brightest setting.
If the tail lights are turned on when th e surroundings are dark, the meter’s bright-
ness will be reduced slightly. However, wh en the surroundings are bright, such as
during the daytime, the meter’s brightness wi ll not be reduced even if the tail lights
are turned on.
NOTICE■
To prevent damage to the engine and its components ●
Do not let the indicator needle of the ta chometer enter the red zone, which indi-
cates the maximum engine speed. ●
The engine may be overheating if the engi ne coolant temperature gauge is in the
red zone (“H”). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and
check the engine after it has cooled completely. (  P. 878)■
Voltmeter
When the voltmeter indicates 19 V or higher or 9 V or lower while the engine is
running, there may be a battery or chargi ng system malfunction. Have the vehicle
inspected at your Lexus dealer. ■
Engine oil pressure gauge
When the value of the engine oil pressure gauge drops while the engine is running,
stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately and check the amount of engine oil.
(  P. 753)
When the oil pressure drops even though the engine oil amount has not decreased,
or if the oil pressure does not increase when engine oil is added, contact your Lexus
dealer, as there may be a problem with the lubrication system.

2072-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct ou tside temperature may not be displayed, 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 change d suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a
garage, tunnel, etc.)■
When “--” or “E” is displayed
The outside temperature display may be ma lfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer. ■
When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The following information data will be reset: ●
Average fuel consumption after refueling ●
Average fuel consumption ●
Average vehicle speed
CAUTION■
The information displa y at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the information display. At
extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond slowly,
and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear number
appearing on the display. This lag could ca use the driver to downshift again, causing
rapid and excessive engine br aking and possibly an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.

2122-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Automatic headlight leveling system
The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number of
passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the headlights do
not interfere with other road users.■
If the “AFS OFF” indicator flashes
It may indicate a malfunction in th e system. Contact your Lexus dealer.■
Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor se nsitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features  P. 912)
NOTICE■
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

2982-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Guide lines are not dis-
played The back door is open. Close the back door.
If this does not resolve the
symptom, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
“System is initializing.” is
displayed • The battery has been
reinstalled.
• The steering wheel
has been moved while
the battery was being
reinstalled.
• Battery power is low.
• The steering sensor
has been reinstalled.
• There is a malfunction
in the signals being
output by the steering
sensor. Stop the vehicle, and turn
the steering wheel as far as
it will go to the left and right.
If this does not resolve the
symptom, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
On the system initialization
screen, touch the “?” button
to display the operating
procedure.Symptom Likely cause Solution

3132-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) If the battery is disconnected
If the battery is disconnected and
connected again, the message
“System initializing” will be dis-
played on the screen. The help
screen appears when “?” is
touched. Make a correction using
the following method in accor-
dance with the display.
Carry out one of the following.
• When the vehicle is stopped,
turn the steering wheel all the
way to the left, then all the way
to the right.
• Drive for at least 5 minutes on a
road with as few turns and
curves and as li ttle heavy traffic
as possible.
When the screen returns to the
original display, correction is com-
plete.
If the above screen remains, have
the vehicle inspected at your
Lexus dealer.

3532-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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Sounds and vibrations caused by the Multi Terrain ABS, brake assist, Active
TRAC, VSC, Trailer Sway Control, hill-start assist control and VGRS●
A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems. ●
Any of the following conditions may oc cur when the above systems are operat-
ing. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is acti-
vated.■
Hill-start assist control is operational when ●
The shift lever is in “D” or “S”. ●
The brake pedal is not depressed.■
VGRS is disabled in the following situations ●
During stopping or the steering wheel has been moved for a long time while
driving at lower speeds. ●
After the engine is restarted at less than -22°F (-30°C).●
If you disconnect the battery with the steering wheel turned, the center position
of the steering wheel could be slightly and temporary changed. To initialize the
VGRS, drive for a short while.

3762-5. Driving information
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Winter driving tips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the ve hicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
● Use fluids that are ap propriate to the prev ailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires. Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.

4543-2. Using the air conditio ning system and defogger
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outs ide air and that of the windshield can
cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
NOTICE■
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine
is stopped.