2018 Lexus LC500 oil

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Checking the engine oil
1 Park the vehicle on level ground.
LC500
After warming up the engine and turning it
off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the bottom of the engine.
LC500h
After warming up the engine and turning
off the hybrid system, wait more than 5
minutes for the oil to drain back into the
bottom of the engine.
2 Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
LC500
LC500h
3 Wipe the dipstick clean.
4 Reinsert the dipstick fully.
5 Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out and check the oil
level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ
depending on the type of vehicle or engine.
6 Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it
fully.
■Checking the oil type and prepar-
ing the items
Make sure to check the oil type and
prepare the items needed before add-
ing oil.
 Engine oil selection
P.413, 414
Oil quantity (Low  Full)
1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Item
Clean funnel
■Adding engine oil
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.
A
B
C

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Maintenance and care
LC500
LC500h
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 engine oil will be con-
sumed while driving. In the following situa- tions, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example
directly after purchasing the vehicle or after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through heavy traffic
■After changing the engine oil (LC500h)
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
1 While the vehicle is stopped, press
of the meter control switches.
2 Press or of the meter control
switches, and select .
3 Press or of the meter control
switches, select “Vehicle Settings”, and
then press “OK”.
4 Press or of the meter control
switches, select “Oil Maintenance”, and
then press “OK”.
5 Select “Yes” and then press “OK”.
A message will be displayed on the multi- information display.
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- oughly with soap and water.

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is
between the “F” and “L” lines on the
reservoir when the engine tem> is cold.
■Engine coolant reservoir
LC500
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line
If the level is on or below the “L” line, add
coolant up to the “F” line. ( P.400)
LC500h
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line
If the level is on or below the “L” line, add
coolant up to the “F” line. ( P.403)
WARNING
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filters in house-
hold trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli- able repairer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning
recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could
be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is prop-erly tightened.
Checking the coolant
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B
C
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
■When installing the tire
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious
injury.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.Oil and grease may cause the wheel
nuts to be excessively tightened, lead- ing to bolt or disc wheel damage. 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.
●Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 140 N•m (14.3 kgf•m, 103.3 ft•lbf) as soon as possible
after changing wheels.
●Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the wheel while the vehicle is moving.
●When installing a ti re, only use wheel
nuts that have been specifically designed for that wheel.
●If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt
holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are stored securely in place. Failure to do so may cause injury in case
of a collision or sudden braking.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing tires, wheels, tire pressure warning valves, trans-mitters and tire valve caps
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Rear fog light
1 Disconnect the connector.
2 Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
3 Remove the light bulb.
4 Install a new light bulb then install
the bulb base to the light unit by
inserting it and turning the bulb
base clockwise.
5 Reconnect the connector.
After reconnecting the connector, turn on the rear fog light to visually check that
there is no light leaking from the bulb base.
Replacing light bulb
WARNING
■Replacing light bulb
●Turn off the light. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning off the light.
The bulb become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting moisture and oils on the
bulb. Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Charging system warning light*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Low engine oil pressure warning light (warning buzzer)*
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by any auth orized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Actions to the warning li ghts or warning buzzers
Warning
lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(red)
Indicates that:
 The brake fluid level is low; or
 The brake system is malfunctioning
This light also comes on when the park ing brake is not released. If the light
turns off after the parking brake is fully released the system is operating nor-
mally.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Warning
lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Warning
lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function. Next time when starting the hybrid system, operate the hybrid system for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery.
■If a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving unex- pectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. In that case, follow the instru ction of the message and shift the shift lever.
■If “Front Camera Unavailable” or “Front Camera Vision Blocked Clean and Demist Windshield” is shown
The following systems may be suspended un til the problem shown in the message is resolved.
●PCS
●LKA
●Dynamic radar cruise cont rol with full-speed range
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Engine Stopped Steering Power Low” (LC500) or “Hybrid System Stopped Steer- ing Power Low” (LC500h) is shown
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and operate using more force than usual.
■If “Warming Up Maximum Vehicle Speed: 110km/h” is shown (LC500h)
The transmission is being warmed up and the ve hicle is unable to be driven over 110 km/h (65 mph). Wait until the transmission warms up.
■If “Stop the vehicle in a safe place Shift to P position” is shown (LC500h)
There may be a malfunction in the hybrid system or the shift position may be shifted to N for a long time. Immediately stop the vehicle and contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is shown (LC500h)
The engine oil is scheduled to be changed. Check the engine oil, and change if necessary.
After changing the engine oil, the message should be reset. ( P.321)
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is shown
The engine oil level is low. Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary. This message
may appear if the vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to see if the message disappears.
■If a message that indicates the need for referring to Owner’s Manual is shown
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, follow the instructions.• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.403, 403)
•“Battery low” ( P.392) • “Transmission Fluid Temp High” ( P.174, 180)
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, it may indicate a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
• “Entry & Start System Malfunction”

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
• “Shift system malfunction” • “P switch malfunction”• “Shift system unavailable”
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, it may indicate a malfunction in a system or part. Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. • “Hybrid System Malfunction” (LC500h)•“Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction” (LC500h) • “Accelerator System Malfunction”
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, it may indicate a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle and contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
•“Braking Power Low” • “Charging System Malfunction”• “Oil Pressure Low”
●LC500h: If “Aux Battery Low” is shown, observe the following.
• If the message disappears in a few minutes*
Keep the hybrid system operating for more than approximately 15 minutes to charge the 12-volt battery.
• If the message does not disappear Refer to “If the 12-volt battery is discharged” ( P.392) to start the hybrid system*: It is displayed for approximately 6 seconds.
●If “Battery low” is shown, the 12-volt battery charge is insufficient. Recharge or replace the 12-volt battery.
●LC500h: If “Maintenance Required for Traction battery Cooling Parts” is shown, the fil- ters may be clogged, the air intake vents may be blocked, or there may be a gap in the
duct. Therefore, perform the following correction procedure. • If the air intake vents and filters of the hybrid battery (traction battery) are dirty, perform the procedure on P.309 to clean them.
• If the warning message is shown when the air in take vents and filters of the hybrid battery (traction battery) are not dirty, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■If a message that indicates the need for visi ting your any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer is shown
The system or part shown on th e multi-information display is malfunctioning. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio sound.
NOTICE
■While the engine oil level warning message is displayed
Continued engine operation with low engine oil will damage the engine.