2018 Lexus LC500 lexus LC500 2018 Owner's Manual

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1-2. Child safety
For safety and security
locking feature), secure the child
restraint system using a locking clip.
5 After installing the child restraint
system, rock it back and forth to
ensure that it is installed securely.
( P.57)
■Removing a child restraint system
installed with a seat belt
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 the
buckle while holding down the child
restraint system.
Since the seat belt automatically reels itself,
slowly return it to the stowing position.
■When installing a child restraint system
You may need a locking clip to install the child restraint system. Follow the instruc-tions provided by the manufacturer of the
system. If your child restraint system does not provide a locking clip, you can purchase the following item from any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer: Locking clip for child restraint system (Part
No. 73119-22010)
■ISOFIX rigid anchors (ISOFIX
child restraint system)
Lower anchors are provided for the
each rear seat. (Buttons displaying the
location of the anchors are attached to
the seats.)
WARNING
■When installing a child restraint sys- tem
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not allow children to play with the
seat belt. If the seat belt becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious inju-
ries that could result in death. If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to
cut the belt.
●Ensure that the belt and plate are securely locked and the seat belt is not twisted.
●Shake the child restraint system left
and right, and forward and backward to ensure that it has been securely installed.
●After securing a child restraint system,
never adjust the seat.
●When a junior seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is posi-tioned across the center of the child’s
shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the child’s neck, but not so that it could fall off the child’s shoulder.
●Follow all installation instructions pro-
vided by the child restraint system manufacturer.
Child restraint system fixed with
an ISOFIX rigid anchor

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■Confirming the Mass group and
Size class for ECE R44 ISOFIX
corresponding child restraint sys-
tems
1 Confirm the corresponding [Mass
group] from the weight of the child
( P.50)
(Ex. 1) When the weight is 12 kg (27
lb.), [Mass group 0+]
(Ex. 2) When the weight is 15 kg
(34 lb.), [Mass group I]
2 Confirming Size class
Select the Size class corresponding
to [Mass group] confirmed in step 1
from the [Child restraint systems
fastened with ISOFIX (ECE R44) -
Compatibility table]*.
(Ex. 1) When [Mass group 0+], the
corresponding size class is [C], [D],
[E].
(Ex. 2) When [Mass group I], the
corresponding size class is [A], [B],
[B1], [C], [D].
*: However, listings that are marked with
[X] cannot be selected, despite having
the corresponding size class in the suit-
ability table of the [Seating position].
■Child restraint systems fastened
with ISOFIX (ECE R44) - Compat-
ibility table
ISOFIX child restraint systems are
divided in different “size class”.
According to this “size class”, you will
be allowed to use it in the vehicle seat-
ing position mentioned in the table
below. To know your child restraint sys-
tem “size class” and “mass group”,
please refer to the child restraint sys-
tem manual.
If your child restraint system has no
“size class” (or if you cannot find infor-
mation in the table below), please refer
to the child restraint system “vehicle
list” for compatibility information or ask
the retailer of your child seat.
Size classDescription
AFull-height, forward-fac-
ing child restraint systems
B
Reduced-height forward-
facing child restraint sys-
tems
B1
Reduced-height forward-
facing child restraint sys-
tems
CFull-size rearward-facing
child restraint systems
D
Reduced-size rearward-
facing child restraint sys-
tems
ERearward-facing infant
seat

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For safety and security
Key of letters inserted in the above table:
X: Not suitable seat position for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group
and/or size class.
IUF: Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing ch ild restraint systems of “universal” cate-
gory approved for use in this mass group.
 When installing a child restraint in
the rear seats, adjust the front seat
so that it does not interfere with the
child or child restraint system.
■Installation with ISOFIX rigid
anchor (ISOFIX child restraint sys-
tem)
Install the child restraint system in
accordance to the operation manual
FLeft lateral-facing
(carrycot) infant seat
GRight lateral-facing
(carrycot) infant seat
Size classDescription
Mass groupsSize class
Seating position
Front seatRear seatPassenger seat
CarrycotFXX
GXX
0
Up to 10 kg
(22 lb.)
EXX
0+
Up to 13 kg
(28 lb.)
EXX
DXX
CXX
I
9 to 18 kg
(20 to 39 lb.)
DXX
CXX
BXX
B1XIUF
AXX

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enclosed with the child restraint sys-
tem.
1 Check the positions of the exclu-
sive fixing bars, and install the child
restraint system to the seat.
The bars are installed in the clearance
between the seat cushion and seatback.
2 After installing the child restraint
system, rock it back and forth to
ensure that it is installed securely.
( P.57)
■Anchor brackets (for top strap)
Anchor brackets are provided for each
rear seat.
Use anchor brackets when fixing the
top strap.
Top strap
Anchor brackets
■Fixing the top strap to the anchor
bracket
Install the child restraint system in
accordance to the operation manual
enclosed with the child restraint sys-
tem.
Open the anchor bracket cover, latch
the hook onto the anchor bracket and
tighten the top strap.
Make sure the top strap is securely latched.
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 lower anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects
around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child restraint system.
●Follow all installation instructions pro-
vided by the child restraint system manufacturer.
Using an anchor bracket (for top
strap)
A
B

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For safety and security
(P.57)
Top strap
Hook
WARNING
■When installing a child restraint sys- tem
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Firmly attach the top strap and make
sure that the belt is not twisted.
●Do not attach the top strap to anything other than the anchor bracket.
●After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.
●Follow all installation instructions pro-
vided by the child restraint system manufacturer.
NOTICE
■Anchor brackets (for top strap)
When not in use, make certain to close the lid. If it remains open, the lid may be damaged.
A
B

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1-3.Hybrid system
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.
Gasoline engine
Electric motor (traction motor)
■When stopped/during start off
The gasoline engine stops* when the
vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives
the vehicle. When the accelerator
pedal is only lightly depressed, such as
when traveling on a level surface or
down a gentle slope, the engine is
stopped* and the electric motor (trac-
tion motor) is used.
When the shift position is in N, the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is not
Hybrid system features (LC500h)
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conven-
tional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your
vehicle, and operate it with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor
(traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and
reducing exhaust emissions.
In addition to the conventional system, exclusive control is performed for four
driving conditions (starting off, acce lerating, low-speed driving and high-
speed cruising) to optimize the drive force and fuel efficiency, allowing for a
more powerful drive and a higher fuel efficiency.
System components
A
B

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For safety and security
being charged.
*: When the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) requires charging or the engine is
warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will
not automatically stop.
■During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly
used. The electric motor (traction
motor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery) as necessary.
■When accelerating sharply
When the accelerator pedal is
depressed heavily, the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
added to that of the gasoline engine via
the electric motor (traction motor).
■When braking (regenerative brak-
ing)
The wheels operate the electric motor
(traction motor) as a power generator,
and the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is charged.
■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is
converted to electric energy and decelera- tion force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
●The accelerator pedal is released while
driving with the shift position in D or M.
●The brake pedal is depressed while driv-
ing with the shift position in D or M.
■EV indicator
The EV indicator comes on when the vehi-
cle is driven using only the electric motor (traction motor) or the gasoline engine is stopped.
■Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops auto- matically. However, it may not stop auto-
matically in the following conditions*:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
●During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
●When the temperature of the hybrid bat-tery (traction battery) is high or low
●When the heater is switched on
●When the shift position is in M*: Depending on the circumstances, the
gasoline engine may also not stop auto-
matically 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, if the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery (traction
battery) will slowly discharge. For this rea- son, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 min-
utes or 16 km (10 miles). If the hybrid bat- tery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to start the
hybrid system, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
 P.398
■After the 12-volt battery has discharged or when the terminal has been removed
and installed during exchange, etc.
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the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid bat- tery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move with
the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift position to P when
parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may
occur when the hybrid system is operating and are not a malfunction:
●Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear seats when the hybrid system starts or
stops.
●Relay operating sounds such as a snap or
soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid battery (traction battery), behind the rear seats, when the hybrid system is started
or stopped.
●Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
●Sounds may be heard from the transmis-sion when the gasoline engine starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or
during idling.
●Engine sounds may be heard when
accelerating sharply.
●Sounds may be heard due to regenera-
tive braking when the brake pedal is depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.
●Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents under the rear seats.
■Maintenance, repair, recycling, and dis-
posal
Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV indicator) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.423)