3226-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Type DNormal fuse
Blown fuse
■After a fuse is replaced
●When installing the lid, make sure that the
tab is installed securely.
●If the lights do not turn on even after the
fuse has been replaced, a bulb may need
replacement. ( P.324)
●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting
the wiring harness from damage.
■When replacing light bulbs
Lexus recommends that you use genuine
Lexus products designed for this vehicle.
Because certain bulbs are connected to cir-
cuits designed to prevent overload, non-
genuine parts or parts not designed for this
vehicle may be unusable.
WARNING
■To prevent system breakdowns and
vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to
the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury.
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than that indicated, or use any
other object in place of a fuse.
A
B
●Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or
equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even
as a temporary fix.
●Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload
determined and repaired by your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
3517-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The electronic key may not be func-
tioning properly. ( P.356)
There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P.176)
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again fol-
lowing correct starting procedures.
( P.140)
There may be a malfunction in the
engine immobilizer system.
( P.62)
There may be a malfunction in the
shift control system.
* ( P.143)
There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift
position other than P.
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.357)
The 12-volt battery terminal con-
nections may be lo ose or corroded.
( P.300)
The engine starting system may be
malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the
engine.
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
One or both of the 12-volt battery
terminals may be disconnected.
( P.300)
The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.357)
There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
If the engine will not start
(LC500)
If the engine will not start even
though correct starting procedures
are being followed ( P.140), con-
sider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even
though the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
The starter motor turns over
slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn
does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor does not turn
over
The starter motor does not turn
over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
3527-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LC500_LC500h_OM_OM11405U_(U)Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem
cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the
following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if
the engine switch is functioning nor-
mally:
1
Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(P.162)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY mode.
3 Press and hold the engine switch
for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using
the above steps, the system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer. One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The electronic key may not be func-
tioning properly. ( P.356)
There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P.176)
There may be a malfunction in the
immobilizer system. ( P.62)
There may be a malfunction in the
shift control system.
* ( P.147)
There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
The hybrid system may be malfunc-
tioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunc-
tion, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system.
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift
position other than P.
Starting the engine in an emer-
gency
If the hybrid system will not
start (LC500h)
Reasons for the hybrid system not
starting vary depending on the situ-
ation. Check the following and per-
form the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start
even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed.
( P.143)
3597-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
cables and a second vehicle with a 12-
volt battery, you can jump start your
vehicle using the following procedure.
1 Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried.
When connecting the jumper (or booster)
cables, depending on the situation, the
alarm may activate and doors locked.
( P.65)
2 Open the hood ( P.289) and
open the fuse box cover.
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
LC500
LC500h 3
Open the exclusive jump starting
terminal cover.
LC500
LC500h
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When trouble arises
5 Start the engine of the second vehi-
cle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for
approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery of your
vehicle.
6 Open and close any of the door of
your vehicle with the engine switch
7 Maintain the engine speed of the
second vehicle and start the engine
turning the engine switch
8 Once the vehicle’s engine
jumper cables in the exact reverse
order from which they were con-
nected.
9 Close the exclusive jump starting
terminal cover, and reinstall the fuse
box cover to tits original position.
Once the engine
have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
■Starting the engine
when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The engine
started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio sys-
tem while the engine
stopped.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical com-
ponents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such
as in heavy traffic.
■When the 12-volt batte ry is removed or
discharged
●Information stored in the ECU is cleared.
When the 12-volt battery is depleted,
have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus
dealer.
●Some systems may requ ire initialization.
( P.403)
■When removing the 12-volt battery ter-
minals
When the 12-volt battery terminals are
removed, the information stored in the
ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-
volt battery terminals, contact your Lexus
dealer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery
will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural dis-
charge and the draining effects of certain
electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for
a long time, the 12-volt battery may dis-
charge, and the engine
may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery
recharges automatically during driving.)
■When recharging or replacing the 12-
volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart access
system with push-button start when the
12-volt battery is discharged. Use the
wireless remote control or the mechani-
cal key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The engine
on the first attempt after the 12-volt bat-
tery has recharged but will start normally
after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
●The engine switch
is memorized by the vehicle. When the
12-volt battery is reconnected, the system
will return to the mode it was in before
the 12-volt battery was discharged.
Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the engine switch
If you are unsure wh at mode the engine
switch
12-volt battery discharged, be especially
careful when reconnecting the 12-volt
battery.
424Alphabetical index
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Fuses ...................................................................319
G
Garage door opener ................................. 260
Gauges ................................................................74
Glove box ....................................................... 254
Glove box light ............................................. 254
Grocery bag hooks .................................... 256
H
Headlights ........................................................ 167 Automatic High Beam system..............170
Light switch ..................................................... 167
Replacing light bulbs................................ 324
Headlights aim .............................................. 323
Head restraints ................................................ 119
Head-up display.............................................. 84
Heated steering wheel .............................. 249
Heaters Air conditioning system.......................... 242
Heated steering wheel............................ 249
Outside rear view mirrors .................... 243
Seat heaters .................................................. 249
High-voltage components ..........................57
Hill-start assist control ................................227
Hood ................................................................. 289 Open ...............................................................289
Pop Up Hood ................................................ 36
Hooks Cargo hooks................................................ 256
Coat hooks ................................................... 259
Grocery bag hooks ................................. 256
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................22
Horn ..................................................................... 121
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location............................................................. 57
Specification ................................................. 374
Warning message........................................ 60
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents ............................................................................. 60
Hybrid system .................................................. 54 Emergency shut off system......................60
Energy monitor/consumption screen89
EV drive mode..............................................147
High voltage components ....................... 57
Hybrid System Indicator .......................... 88
Hybrid system precautions...................... 57
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ......................231
If the hybrid system will not start ........352
Overheating ................................................. 367
Power (ignition) switch .............................143
Regenerative braking .................................55
Starting the hybrid system .......................143
Vehicle proximity noti
fication system.56
Hybrid System Indicator.............................. 88
Hybrid transmission..................................... 155 M mode ........................................................... 160
Paddle shift switches ...................... 159, 160
Snow mode.................................................... 159
I
I/M test ............................................................ 286
IdentificationEngine.............................................................. 372
Vehicle ............................................................ 372
Ignition switch (engine switch)................ 140 Auto power off function............................143
Changing the engine switch modes ..142
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................326
Starting the engine ..................................... 140
Ignition switch (power switch) .................143
Auto power off function........................... 146
Changing the power switch modes . 146
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................326
Starting the hybrid system .......................143
Illuminated entry system ........................... 252
Immobilizer system........................................ 62
Indicators ........................................................... 70
Initialization Items to initialize ........................................ 403
Maintenance.....................................282, 294
427What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Indicator .........................................................338
Operation........................................................ 162
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ...........................................................................164
Warning message.......................................164
Parking lights ................................................... 167 Light switch ..................................................... 167
Replacing light bulbs................................ 324
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .................... 184 Function ........................................................... 184
PCS OFF switch ......................................... 186
Warning light ............................................... 336
Warning message...................................... 190
Personal lights............................................... 252
Pop-up display ..................................................76
Pop Up Hood................................................... 36
Power control unit...........................................57
Power control unit coolant ...................... 295 Capacity ......................................................... 376
Checking ....................................................... 295
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 233
Power outlet .................................................. 258
Power steering (Elect ric power steering
system)...........................................................227 Warning light ...............................................335
Warning message..................................... 345
Power switch (engine switch) ....... 140, 143 Auto power off function ................ 143, 146
Changing the power switch (engine switch) modes..................................142, 146
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 326
Starting the hybrid system (engine) 140, 143
Power windows ..............................................125 Door lock linked window operation.. 126
Jam protection function............................ 126
Operation........................................................125
Window lock switch .................................. 126
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .................... 184 Function ........................................................... 184 PCS OFF switch ......................................... 186
Warning light ...............................................336
Warning message ...................................... 190
R
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed range).............. 198
Radiator ........................................................... 296
Rear side marker lights ............................... 167 Light switch .....................................................167
Replacing light bulbs ................................ 324
Rear turn signal lights ................................... 161 Replacing light bulbs ................................ 324
Turn signal lever ............................................ 161
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .............................. 122
Outside rear view mirrors.......................123
Rear window defogger ............................. 243
Refueling ........................................................... 176 Capacity ......................................................... 373
Fuel types ....................................................... 373
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
..........................................................................354
Opening the fuel tank cap ......................176
Regenerative braking ................................... 55
Remote Touch .............................................. 236
Replacing Electronic key battery ............................... 318
Fuses.................................................................. 319
Light bulbs ..................................................... 324
Tires ................................................................. 309
Resetting the message indicating mainte- nance is required ...................................... 282
Rev indicator .................................................... 75
Rev peak..............................................................76
Run-flat tires....................................... 303, 350
S
Seat belt reminder light............................. 339
Seat belts............................................................ 24 Automatic Locking Retractor................. 26