2018 Lexus LC500h flat tire

3888-1. Specifications
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Vehicle maximum
load on the tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to
each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and divid-
ing by two
Vehicle normal load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to
each axle its share of curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1
* below), and
dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire
BeadThe part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced
by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between components in the bead
Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are
laid at alternate angles substantia lly less than 90 degrees to the cen-
terline of the tread
CarcassThe tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when
inflated, bears the load
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall
CordThe strands forming the plies in the tire
Cord separationThe parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds
CrackingAny parting within the tread, sidewall, or innerliner of the tire extend-
ing to cord material
CT
A pneumatic tire with an inverted fl ange tire and rim system in which
the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the
tire is designed to fit on the unde rside of the rim in a manner that
encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire
Extra load tireA tire designed to operate at high er loads and at higher inflation
pressures than the corre sponding standard tire
GrooveThe space between two adjacent tread ribs
InnerlinerThe layer(s) forming the inside surfac e of a tubeless tire that contains
the inflating medium within the tire
Innerliner separa-
tionThe parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass
Tire related termMeaning

3898-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Intended outboard
sidewall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whit ewall, bears white lettering, or
bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is
higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the
tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a
particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a
vehicle
Light truck (LT) tireA tire designated by its manufactur er as primarily intended for use
on lightweight trucks or mu ltipurpose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation
pressure
Maximum load rat-
ingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pres-
sure for that tire
Maximum permissi-
ble inflation pres-
sure
The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or innerliner that
extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, including elevations du e to labeling, decorations, or pro-
tective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger
vehicles, and trucks, that have a gr oss vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-c oated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric and steel or
other materials, that, when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tireA pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are
laid at substantially 90 degree s to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tireA tire designed to operate at high er loads and at higher inflation
pressures than the corre sponding standard tire
Tire related termMeaning

3908-1. Specifications
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*:Table 1  Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various desig-
nated seating capacities
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, excluding elevations due to labeling, decoration, or pro-
tective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord material in the
sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater than 110, com-
pared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when using
the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard
Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on
Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an
Alpine Symbol ( ) on at least one sidewall
Test rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted fo r testing, and may be any rim listed
as appropriate for use with that tire
TreadThat portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road
Tread ribA tread section running circumferentially around a tire
Tread separationPulling away of the tread from the tire carcass
Treadwear indica-
tors (TWI)The projections within th e principal grooves designed to give a visual
indication of the degree s of wear of the tread
Wheel-holding fix-
tureThe fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during
testing
Designated seating capacity,
Number of occupantsVehicle normal load, Num- ber of occupantsOccupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle
2 through 422 in front
5 through 1032 in front, 1 in second seat
11 through 1552 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in
third seat, 1 in fourth seat
16 through 2072 in front, 2 in second seat, 2 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat
Tire related termMeaning

4038-3. Items to initialize
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Vehicle specifications
8-3.Items to initialize
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the 12-volt battery being re connected, or maintenance being per-
formed on the vehicle:
List of the items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires.
• When the tire inflation pressure is changed by changing tire size.
(when there are multiple speci-
fied pressures)
• After registering the ID codes.
• When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when changing
traveling speed.
P.306
Power windows• When functioning abnormallyP.125
Lexus parking assist monitor
• The steering wheel has been moved while the 12-volt battery
was being reinstalled.
• 12-volt battery power is low.Refer to “NAV- IGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
Message indicating maintenance is
required• After the maintenance is per- formedP.282
Oil maintenance (LC500h)• After the maintenance is per-formedP.294

419What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LC500_LC500h_OM_OM11405U_(U)419What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
 It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.141, 144)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window at the passenger’s seat
cannot be operated if the window lock
switch is pressed. ( P.126)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is
not running operating>) for a period of time.
( P.143, 146)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.339)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.162)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.334, 344)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
(
 P.64)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine
switch to IGNITION
ON mode , or start the
engine .
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.344)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.334, 344.
 Slow down the vehicle, drive with
extra caution, and take your vehicle
to the nearest Lexus dealer or
authorized tire dealer as soon as
possible to have the tire replaced.
( P.350)
 Try the procedure for when the vehi-
cle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. ( P.370)
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch switch> is turned off automati-
cally
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

422Alphabetical index
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Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................. 106
Wireless remote control........................... 97
Door pockets ................................................ 254
Doors ................................................................... 99 Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ............................................................102
Door glasses ..................................................125
Door lock.......................................................... 99
Open door warning bu zzer .......100, 102
Outside rear view mirrors ...................... 123
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 ...............................79
Drive information ............................................79
Driver’s seat position memory .................. 116 Driving position memory.......................... 116
Memory recall function ..............................117
Drive-start control ......................................... 131
Driving............................................................... 130 Break-in tips .................................................... 131
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving mode select switch ..................208
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...................... 231
Procedures .................................................... 130
Winter drive tips......................................... 233
Driving mode select switch .....................208
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ...............227
Dynamic radar cruise control with full- speed range................................................. 198Warning message.....................................206
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ...............227
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys- tem) ................................................................ 226
Eco drive mode ............................................208
Eco Driving Indicator.....................................72
Eco Driving Indicator Light .........................72
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................7
Elapsed time ......................................................79
Electric motor (tractio n motor) ................ 54
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ...........................................................227 Warning light ...............................................335
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............................................................ 226
Electronic key .................................................. 96 Battery-saving function............................108
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 355
Replacing the battery ................................ 318
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...................334
If a warning light turns on.......................334
If a warning message is displayed ..... 344
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ....357
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 355
If the engine will not start......................... 351
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
..........................................................................354
If the hybrid system will not start ........352
If you have a flat tire ................................. 350
If you lose your keys .................................354
If you think something is wrong.......... 332
If your vehicle becomes stuck .............370
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................326
If your vehicle needs to be towed .....328
If your vehicle overheats ........... 364, 366
Emergency flashers .................................... 326
Energy monitor ............................................... 89
Engine ACCESSORY mode..................... 142, 146
Compartment................................................291
Engine switch ................................................ 140
Fuel pump shut off system.....................333
Hood ............................................................... 289
How to start the engine ........................... 140
How to start the hybrid system.............143
Identification number ............................... 372
If the engine will not start......................... 351
If the hybrid system will not start ........352
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................326

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

427What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LC500_LC500h_OM_OM11405U_(U)Alphabetical index427
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