2018 Lexus LC500h washer fluid

2976-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines
on the tank.
LC500
LC500h
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and
prepare the necessary items.
 Fluid type
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid

Item
Clean funnel
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from
the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause
a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.
If any washer does not work or “Wind-
shield Washer Fluid Low” is shown on
the multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
WARNING
■When the engine is
hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser
as they may be hot and cause serious
injuries, such as burns.
Checking and adding the brake
fluid
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your
hands and eyes and damage painted sur-
faces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes,
flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a
doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear out
or when the fluid leve l in the accumulator
is high.
If the reservoir need s frequent refilling,
there may be a serious problem.
Checking and adding the washer
fluid

2986-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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LC500
LC500hThe 12-volt battery is located in the
trunk.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery pro-
duces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, observe the fol-
lowing precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the 12-volt battery
installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the char-
ger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the 12-volt
battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-
volt battery
●Unlocking the doors using the smart
access system with pu sh-button start may
not be possible immediately after recon-
necting the 12-volt battery. If this hap-
pens, use the wireless remote control or
the mechanical key to lock/unlock the
doors.
●Start the engine with the
engine switch in ACCES-
SORY mode. The engine tem> may not start with the engine switch
turned off. However, the
engine will operate nor-
mally from the second attempt.
●The engine switch mode
is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine
is hot or running ating> as washer fluid contains alcohol
and may catch fire if spilled on the engine
etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than
washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine anti-
freeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the
vehicle’s painted surfaces, as well as
damaging the pump leading to problems
of the washer fluid not spraying.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as neces-
sary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed
on the label of the washer fluid bottle.
12-volt battery
Location

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