3697-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
3 Remove the caps and .
4 Add coolant through the inlet of the cap
up to the “F” line , and then
replace the cap .
5 Add coolant through the inlet of the cap
until it is full, and then replace the
cap .
WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious
injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the
steam has subsided. The engine com-
partment may be very hot.
AB
BC
B
A
A
●After the hybrid system has been
turned off, check that the indicator on
the power switch and the “READY”
indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating,
the gasoline engine may automatically
start, or the cooling fan may suddenly
operate even if the gasoline engine
stops. Do not touch or approach rotat-
ing parts such as the fan, which may
lead to fingers or clothing (especially a
tie, a scarf or a muffler) getting caught,
resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the coolant inlet cap or
the coolant reservoir caps while the
hybrid system and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant
could spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control
unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid sys-
tem has cooled down sufficiently. Adding
cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too
quickly can cause dama ge to the hybrid
system.
■To prevent damage to the cooling sys-
tem
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with
foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additive.
3707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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1Stop the engine
Set the parking brake and shift the
shift position to P.
2 Remove the mud, snow or sand
from around the rear wheels.
3 Place wood, stones or some other
material under the rear wheels to
help provide traction.
4 Restart the engine
5 Shift the shift position to D or R and
release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress
the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC.
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following proce-
dures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehi-
cle
If you choose to push the vehicle back
and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking
other vehicles, obje cts or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free. Use
extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift position
Be careful not to shift the shift position
with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to un expected rapid accel-
eration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission
and other components
●Avoid spinning the rear wheels and
depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after
these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.
3938-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
*1: For details about each function: P.74, 82
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3:LC500
*4: LC500h
*5: 2 of the following items: current fuel cons umption, average fuel economy (after reset),
average fuel economy (after start), average fuel economy (after refuel), average vehicle
speed (after reset), average vehicle speed (after start), elapsed time (after reset),
elapsed time (after start), distance (driving range), distance (after start), blank.
*6: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■HUD (Head-up Display)*1 ( P.84)
Rev peakOFFON—O—
Clock12-hour display24-hour display—O—
Sensor sensitivity for darkening the
brightness of the instrument cluster
depending on the outside bright-
ness
Standard-2 to 2——O
Sensor sensitivity for returning the
brightness of the instrument cluster
to the original level depending on
the outside brightness
Standard-2 to 2——O
Suggestion functionOn
On
(when the vehicle is stopped)
O—O
Off
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Gauge informationTachometer
Eco Driving Indica-
tor Light
*2
—O—Hybrid System Indi-
cator
*3
No display
Driving support display (Naviga-
tion system)OnOff—O—
Function*1Default settingCustomized settingABC
ABC
418What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LC500_LC500h_OM_OM11405U_(U)
1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.354)
If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.354)
Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.318)
Is the engine switch
in IGNITION ON mode
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch
Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio wave. (
P.108)
The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. ( P.105)
Did you press the engine switch
depressing the brake pedal?
( P.140, 143)
Is the shift position in P? ( P.149,
155)
Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.107)
Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.141, 144)
Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the engine
be started in a temporary way. ( P.356)
Is the 12-volt battery discharged?
( P.357)
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The trunk lid is closed with the
electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The engine
not start
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine
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
not running
( 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
ON mode
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
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
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