2886-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine oil level
( P.293)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor
Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses
( P.319)•Fuse with same amper-
age rating as original
Headlight aim• Phillips-head screw-driver
Light bulbs
( P.324)
Radiator and
condenser
( P.296)
Tire inflation
pressure
( P.313)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P.297)
• Water or washer fluid
containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer
fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many
mechanisms and fluids that may move
suddenly, become hot, or become elec-
trically energized. To avoid death or seri-
ous injury, observe the following
precautions.
■When working on the engine com-
partment
●LC500h: Make sure that the “IGNI-
TION ON” on the multi-information
display and the “READY” indicator are
both off.
●Keep hands, clothi ng and tools away
from the moving fan and engine drive
belt.
ItemsParts and tools●LC500: Be careful not to touch the
engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc.
right after driving as they may be hot.
Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
LC500h: Be careful not to touch the
engine, power control unit, radiator,
exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing 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.
■When working near the electric cool-
ing fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch
With the engine switch
IGNITION ON mode
electric cooling fan may automatically
start to run if the air conditioning is on
and/or the coolant temperature is high.
( P.296)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or
falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter
removed may cause excessive engine
wear due to dirt in the air.
3146-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Tire pressure gauge
1 Remove the tire valve cap.
2 Press the tip of the tire pressure
gauge onto the tire valve.
3 Read the pressure using the gauge
gradations.
4 If the tire inflation pressure is not at
the recommended level, adjust the
pressure.
If you add too much air, press the
center of the valve to deflate.
5 After completing the tire inflation
pressure measurem ent and adjust-
ment, apply soapy water to the
valve and check for leakage.
6 Put the tire valve cap back on.
■Tire inflation 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 ti re 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 drivetrain
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it
checked by your Lexus dealer.
■Instructions for checking tire inflation
pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure,
observe the following:
●Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at
least 3 hours or has not been driven for more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an
accurate cold tire inflation pressure read-
ing.
●Always use a tire pressure gauge.
It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly
inflated based only on its appearance.
●It is normal for the ti
re inflation pressure
to be higher after driving as heat is gen-
erated in the tire. Do not reduce tire infla-
tion pressure after driving.
●Never exceed the vehicle capacity
weight.
Passengers and luggage weight should
be placed so that the vehicle is balanced.
B
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
●Poor handling
●Possibility of blowouts resulting from
overheated tires
●Air leaking from between tire and
wheel
●Wheel deformation and/or tire dam-
age
●Greater possibility of tire damage
while driving (due to road hazards,
expansion joints, sharp edges in the
road, etc.)
3407-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Tire pressure warning light
■High coolant temperature warning light (warning buzzer)*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side
impact sensors (door), side impa ct sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat
position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passeng er occupant classification sys-
tem (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicat or light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light,
front passenger’s seat be lt buckle switch, seat belt preten sioners, airbags, interconnecting
wiring and power sources. ( P.29)
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor may
cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not
sitting in the seat.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off af ter several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
Natural causes ( P.341)
Flat tire ( P.350)
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level.
The light will turn off after a few mi nutes. In case the light does not
turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the sys-
tem checked by your Lexus dealer.
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
Have the system checked by your Lexus dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Changes from a flashing to a solid light when the engine coolant tem-
perature increases
Stop and check. ( P.364, 366)
3427-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
●Decelerate to the lowest appropriate speed as soon as possible. Do not drive over 50
mph (80 km/h).
●Check and adjust the tire in flation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning lig ht comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment,
it is probable that you have a flat tire. Have the flat tire replaced by the nearest Lexus
dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If th e vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
■Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehi-
cle placard or tire inflation pr essure label (tire and load info rmation label). (If your vehicle
has tires of a different size th an the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitor-
ing system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that illuminates a low tire pressure tell-
tale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is significantly under-
inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressu re telltale (tire pressure warning light) illu-
minates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a si gnificantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat
and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation al so reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s respon sibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even
if under-inflation has not reac hed the level to trigger illumina tion of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) mal-
function indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS (tire
pressure warning system) malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale (tire pressure warning light). When the system detect s a malfunction, the telltale
will flash for approximately one minute and th en remain continuously illuminated. This
sequence will continue upon subsequent vehi cle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction in dicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to
detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons,
including the installation of re placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that
prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning sy stem) from functioning properly. Always
check the TPMS (tire pressure warning system ) malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensu re that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS (tire pr essure warning system) to cont inue to function properly.
3467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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●Malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system
The electric power steering sy stem warning light comes on. ( P.335)
●Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
The tire pressure warn ing light comes on. (P.340)
●Remaining fuel level is low
The low fuel level warning light comes on. ( P.338)
■If “Hybrid System Overheated Reduce d Output Power” is shown (LC500h)
This message may be displayed when driving under severe operating conditions. (For exam-
ple, when driving up a long steep hill.) Stop and check. ( P.366)
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Refrain from the Use of [N] Position” is
shown (LC500h)
The remaining charge for the hybrid battery (tra ction battery) is low. As the hybrid battery
(traction battery) cannot be charged when the shift position is in N, when stopping the vehi-
cle for a long period of time, shift the shift position to P.
■If “Traction Battery needs to be Protected Sh ift into [P] to Restart” is shown (LC500h)
The remaining charge for the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low, because the shift posi-
tion has been shifted to N for a long period of time. When moving the vehicle, shift the shift
position to P and restart the hybrid system.
■If “Shift to P Before Ex iting Vehicle” is shown
The driver’s door is opened without turning the engine switch
shift lever in any position other th an P. Shift the shift lever to P.
■If “Shift Is in N Release Accelerator Before Shifting” is shown
The accelerator pedal has been depressed when th e shift position is in N. Release the accel-
erator pedal and shift the shift position to D or R.
■If “Depress Brake when Vehicle Is Stoppe d Hybrid System May Overheat” is shown
(LC500h)
The message may be displayed when the accelerator pedal is depressed to hold the vehicle
while the vehicle is stopped on an uphill etc. The hybrid system may overheat. Release the
accelerator pedal and de press the brake pedal.
■If “Shift system malfunction Driving unavailable” is shown
There is a malfunction in the shift control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery” is shown
LC500:
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function. Next time when starting the
engine, increase the engine speed slightly an d maintain that level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery.
LC500h:
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-
423What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LC500_LC500h_OM_OM11405U_(U)Alphabetical index423
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............ 140
Ignition switch (power switch) ..............143
Overheating.....................................364, 366
Power switch ................................................. 143
Engine coolant.............................................. 295 Capacity ......................................................... 376
Checking ....................................................... 295
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 233
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........74
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 62
Engine oil ........................................................ 293 Capacity ......................................................... 374
Checking ....................................................... 293
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 233
Warning light ............................................... 334
Warning message..................................... 347
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 294
Engine oil temperature gauge ...................74
Engine switch (power switch) ....... 140, 143 Auto power off function ................ 143, 146
Changing the engine switch (power switch) modes..................................142, 146
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 326
Starting the engine (hybrid system) 140,
143
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ...............227 Function ...........................................................227
Warning light ...............................................335
EV drive mode................................................ 147
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7
EV indicator ...................................................... 55
F
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 256
Flat tire ............................................................. 350 Tire pressure warning system .............303
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission ...........................377 Brake ................................................................378
Hybrid transmission..................................378
Washer ........................................................... 297
Footwell light ................................................. 252
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 38
Front seats ......................................................... 114 Adjustment ....................................................... 114
Cleaning ......................................................... 277
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory .......................... 116
Head restraints............................................... 119
Jam protection function ............................. 115
Memory recall function.............................. 117
Seat heaters .................................................. 249
Seat position memory ................................ 116
Seat ventilators ............................................ 249
Front side marker light ................................ 167 Light switch .....................................................167
Replacing light bulbs ................................ 324
Front turn signal lights .................................. 161 Replacing light bulbs ................................ 324
Turn signal lever ............................................ 161
Fuel ...................................................................... 176 Capacity ......................................................... 373
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 74
Fuel pump shut off system.....................333
Information ..................................................... 381
Refueling...........................................................176
Type .................................................................. 373
Warning light .............................................. 338
Fuel consumption Average fuel consumpt ion after refueling
............................................................................. 79
Average fuel economy .............................. 79
Current fuel consumption ........................ 79
Fuel filler door ................................................. 176 If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
..........................................................................354
Refueling...........................................................176
Fuel gauge ..........................................................74
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 333
426Alphabetical index
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Vanity lights ..................................................258
Wattage......................................................... 380
Welcome light illumination control ... 168
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)....................... 191 Operation......................................................... 191
Warning messages ....................................196
Lock steering column ......................... 141, 144
Low profile tire............................................... 301
M
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ................. 287
General maintenance ............................. 283
Maintenance data...................................... 372
Maintenance requirements .................. 282
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................... 335
Master warning light .................................. 339
Meter Changing the display .................................. 77
Head-up display ........................................... 84
Indicators .......................................................... 70
Instrument panel light control ................. 77
Meters .................................................................74
Multi-information display .......................... 78
Operating the meter control switches79
Settings .............................................................. 82
Warning lights ............................................. 334
Warning message..................................... 344
Micro dust and pollen filter ......................247
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............................. 122
Outside rear view mirror defoggers243
Outside rear view mirrors ...................... 123
Vanity mirrors..............................................258
Multi-information display ............................ 78 Audio system-linked ................................... 82
Drive information .......................................... 79
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............................................... 198
Eco Driving Indicator ..................................72
Energy monitor.............................................. 90
Gear positions ...............................................80 G-force ............................................................... 81
Hybrid System Indicator ........................... 72
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .................. 194
Navigation system-linked......................... 82
Rear wing position ....................................... 82
Settings............................................................... 82
Switching the display................................... 79
Tire pressure ............................................... 303
Warning message ..................................... 344N
Noise from under vehicle ...............................6
O
Odometer ..........................................................74
Oil
Differential oil ....... ................................. .......378
Engine oil........................................................ 374
Opener Fuel filler door ................................................176
Hood ............................................................... 289
Trunk ................................................................. 104
Outside door handle lig hts...................... 252
Outside rear view mirrors .........................123 Adjustment ......................................................123
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..................... 215
Folding...............................................................124
Linked mirror functi on when reversing
............................................................................123
Mirror position memory ............................ 116
Outside rear view mirror defoggers243
Outside temperature.....................................74
Overheating .......................................364, 366
P
Paddle shift sw itches ..... 153, 154, 159, 160
Panic mode ........................................................97
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) ............................................................. 209
Parking brake..................................................162
431What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LC500_LC500h_OM_OM11405U_(U)Alphabetical index431
Pre-collision braking................................. 184
Seat belt reminder..................................... 339
Warning label ...................................................57
Warning lights............................................... 334 ABS ..................................................................335
Brake hold operated indicator ........... 337
Brake Override System ......................... 337
Brake pad wear..........................................338
Brake system ...................................334, 338
Charging system ....................................... 334
Electric power steering ..........................335
High coolant temperature ....................340
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)................. 336
Low engine oil pressure......................... 334
Low fuel level ...............................................338
Malfunction indicator lamp...................335
Master warning light ................................ 339
Parking brake indicator ..........................338
Pre-collision system ................................. 336
Seat belt reminder light .......................... 339
Slip indicator ................................................ 337
SRS....................................................................335
Tire pressure ................................................340
Warning messages ..................................... 344
Warning reflector storag e belt.............. 256
Washer .............................................................. 172 Checking ....................................................... 297
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 233
Switch ................................................................ 172
Washing and waxing...................................274
Weight Cargo capacity............................................ 138
Load limits ...................................................... 138
Weight ............................................................ 372
Wheels ...............................................................315 Replacing wheels.......................................309
Size.................................................................... 379
Window lock switch ..................................... 126
Windows ...........................................................125 Power windows............................................125
Rear window defogger .......................... 243 Washer ............................................................. 172
Windshield wiper de-icer ........................ 246
Windshield wipers ........................................ 172 Position..............................................................174
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ........... 172
Winter driving tips....................................... 233
Wireless remote control ..............................97 Battery-Saving Function..........................108
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 97
Replacing the battery ................................ 318
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
· Audio/video system
· Navigation system
· Lexus parking assist monitor
· Lexus Enform