2018 LEXUS LS500 high beam

180 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) ■
Switching to the low beams
Pull the lever to its original position. The AHB indicator will turn off.
Push the lever away from you to activate
the Automatic High Beam system again.
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Switching to the high beams
Press the Automatic High Beam
switch. The AHB indicator will turn off and the
high beam indicator will turn on.
Press the switch to activate the Automatic
High Beam system again. Operate the lever and switch as fol-
lows to use the wipers. When is
selected, the wipers will operate auto-
matically when the sensor detects fall-
ing rain. The system automatically
adjusts wiper timing in accordance
with rain volume and vehicle speed.Turning the high beams on/off
manually Windshield wipers and
washer Operating the lever can switch
between automatic operation and
manual operation, or can use the
washer. NOTICE■
When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may dam-
age the windshield.
Operating the wiper lever

1874-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving 4-5.Using the driving support systems
*
:If equipped
■
PCS (Pre-Collision System) (vehi-
cles with Lexus Safety System+A)
→ P.200 ■
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert)
→ P.218 ■
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
→ P.221 ■
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
→ P.178 ■
RSA (Road Sign Assist)
→ P.238 ■
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
→ P.241 The pre-collision system is equipped
with a sophisticated computer that will
record certain data, such as:
• Accelerator status
•Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the pre-collision
system functions
• Information (such as the distance
and relative speed between your
vehicle and the vehicle ahead or
other objects)
• Images from the camera sensor
(available only in situations when
sudden inputs occur while driving
[sudden acceleration, etc.], the
pre-collision braking function or the
pre-collision brake assist function
was operating, the Parking Support
Brake function [static objects] was
operating, or your vehicle was
involved in a collision)
The pre-collision system does not Lexus Safety System+A *
The Lexus Safety System+A con-
sists of the following drive assist sys-
tems and contributes to a safe and
comfortable driving experience:
Drive assist systems of Lexus
Safety System+A WARNING■
Lexus Safety System+A
The Lexus Safety System+A is designed
to operate under the assumption that the
driver will drive safely , and is designed to
help reduce the impact to the occupants
and the vehicle in the case of a collision
or assist the driver in normal driving con-
ditions.
As there is a limit to the degree of recog-
nition accuracy and control performance
that this system can provide, do not
overly rely on this system. The driver is
always responsible for paying attention
to the vehicle’s surroundings and driving
safely.
Vehicle data recording

194 4-5. Using the driving support systems
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) *
:If equipped
■
PCS (Pre-Collision System) (vehi-
cles with Lexus Safety System+)
→ P.210 ■
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)
→ P.231 ■
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
→ P.178 ■
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
→ P.241 The pre-collision system is equipped
with a sophisticated computer that will
record certain data, such as:
• Accelerator status
•Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the pre-collision
system functions
• Information (such as the distance
and relative speed between your
vehicle and the vehicle ahead or
other objects)
• Images from the camera sensor
(available only when the pre-colli-
sion braking function or the pre-col-
lision brake assist function was
operating)
The pre-collision system does not
record conversations, sounds or
images of the inside of the vehicle.
 Data usage Lexus may use the data recorded in this
computer to diagnose malfunctions, con-
duct research and development, and
improve quality.
Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to
a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or
with the consent of the lessee if the vehi-
cle is leased
• In response to an official request by the
police, a court of law or a government
agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is
not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle
ownerLexus Safety System+ *
The Lexus Safety System+ consists
of the following drive assist systems
and contributes to a safe and com-
fortable driving experience:
Drive assist systems of Lexus
Safety System+
WARNING■
Lexus Safety System+
The Lexus Safety System+ is designed to
operate under the assumption that the
driver will drive safely, and is designed to
help reduce the impact to the occupants
and the vehicle in the case of a collision
or assist the driver in normal driving con-
ditions.
As there is a limit to the degree of recog-
nition accuracy and control performance
that this system can provide, do not
overly rely on this system. The driver is
always responsible for paying attention
to the vehicle’s surro undings and driving
safely. Vehicle data recording

430 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U)  In some situations, the master warning light and warning buzzer may not oper-
ate as specified. In this case, follow the instructions displayed in the warning
message.
 If a warning light comes on or flashes at the same time that a warning message is
displayed, take corrective actio n according to the warning light. ( → P.418)*
: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
■
Warning messages
The warning messages explained below
may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehi-
cle specifications. ■
Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound. ■
If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level is low. Check the level
of the engine oil, and add if necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a
level surface and check to see if the mes-
sage disappears.
■
If “Engine Stoppe d Steering Power
Low” is displayed
This message is displa yed if the engine is
stopped while driving.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel
firmly and operate it using more force than
usual. ■
If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery”
is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic
power off function. Next time when starting
the engine, increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain that level for approxi-
mately 5 minutes to recharge the battery. ■
If “Headlight System Malfunction Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
The following systems may be malfunction-
ing. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately. ●
The LED headlight system ●
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ●
The automatic headlight leveling system ●
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
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If “Front Camera Unav ailable” or “Front
Camera Unavailable Remove Debris
On Windshield” is displayed
The following systems may be suspended
until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. ( → P.210, 217, 424)
●
PCS (Pre-Collision system)
●
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (if equipped)
●
LKA (Lane Keeping Assist) (if equipped)
●
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed rangeComes on Does not sound Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of electri-
cal components, their cond ition, or indicates the
need for maintenance
Flashes Does not sound Indicates a situation, such as when an operation has
been performed incorrectly, or indicates how to
perform an operation correctlyWarning buzzer *
Warning

4317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises ●
RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)●
AHB (Automatic High Beam)■
If “Maintenance Required Soon” is dis-
played
Indicates that all maintenance according to
the driven distance on the maintenance
schedule *
should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles
(7200 km) after the message has been
reset. If necessary, perform maintenance.
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( → P.368)*
: Refer to the separa te “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.■
If “Maintenance Required Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is required to
correspond to the driven distance on the
maintenance schedule *
.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles
(8000 km) after the message has been
reset. (The indicator will not work properly
unless the message ha s been reset.) Per-
form the necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the maintenance is
performed. ( → P.368)*
: Refer to the separa te “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■
If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil should be
scheduled to be changed.
Check the engine oil an d change it if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, make
sure to reset the message. ( → P.381)
■
If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed.
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the engine oil, make sure to reset the message.
( → P.381) ■
If “Shift System Malfunction Driving
Unavailable” is displayed
There is a malfunction in the shift control
system. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately. ■
If a message that indicates the need for
the shift lever operation is displayed
To prevent the shift le ver from being oper-
ated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that requires shift-
ing the shift position may be displayed on
the multi-information display. In that case,
follow the instruction of the message and
shift the shift position. ■
If a message that indicates the need for
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately. ■
If a message that indicates the need for
referring to Owner’ s Manual is dis-
played ●
If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display,
follow the instructions.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( → P.443)
•“Battery Low” ( → P.438)
• “Transmission Fluid Temp High” ( → P.164)●
If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malf unction. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion”
• “Shift System Malfunction”
• “P Switch Malfunction”
• “Shift System Unavailable”
●
If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfun ction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”

4971-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 497Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index A
A/C
Air conditioning filter ............................... 402
Front automatic air conditioning system
...........................................................................313
Micro dust and pollen filter.....................319
Rear air conditioning system ............... 323
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 294
Warning light ............................................... 420
Active stabilizer suspension system .... 294
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) . 177
Adaptive Variable Suspension System295
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) . 177
Air conditioning filter ................................. 402
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............................... 402
Front automatic air conditioning system
...........................................................................313
Micro dust and pollen filter.....................319
Rear air conditioning system ............... 323
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions..................... 31
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 34
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-
tions .................................................................... 31
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 34
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 40
General airbag precautions ................... 34
Locations of airbags.................................... 29
Modification and disposal of airbags ..37
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 34
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions........................................................ 31
Side and curtain shield airbags precau-
tions .................................................................. 34
SRS airbags ..................................................... 29
SRS warning light ........................................419 Alarm
Alarm...................................................................60
Warning buzzer .......................................... 418
Anchor brackets ..................................... 46, 55
Antennas (smart acc ess system with
push-button start).......................................107
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 294
Warning light ...............................................420
Approach warning.......................................247
Armrest............................................................ 343
Assist grips ..................................................... 343
Audio system-linked display ........................81
Automatic headlight leveling system .... 176
Automatic High Beam ................................178
Automatic light control system................ 175
Automatic transmission ..............................163
M mode ........................................................... 168
Paddle shift switches .......................167, 168
Snow mode.....................................................167
Auxiliary boxes ................................. 338, 340
Average fuel economy................................. 78
Average vehicle speed ................................ 78
B
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Battery
Battery checking ....................................... 384
If the battery is discharged ................... 438
Preparing and checking before winter
..........................................................................299
Warning light ................................................ 419
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM).........................251
Boost gauge.......................................................79
Brake
Brake hold .......................................................173
Fluid...................................................................453
Parking brake ............................................... 170
Warning light ................................................ 418
Brake assist .................................................... 294
Break-in tips...................................................... 151

5011-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 501Alphabetical Index
Fuel
Capacity ......................................................... 449
Fuel gauge ...............................................69, 72
Fuel pump shut off system ...................... 417
Information .................................................... 457
Refueling ......................................................... 185
Type.................................................................. 449
Warning light ................................................. 421
Fuel consumption
Average fuel economy .............................. 78
Current fuel consumption........................ 78
Fuel filler door
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened
......................................................................... 435
Refueling ......................................................... 185
Fuel gauge ................................................. 69, 72
Fuel pump shut off system.......................... 417
Fuses ................................................................. 405
G
Garage door opener ................................. 349
Gauges ....................................................... 69, 72
Gear Position................................................... 80
G-force............................................................... 80
Glove box ....................................................... 335
Glove box light ............................................. 336
H
Hands Free Power Trunk Lid .................. 103
Head restraints ...............................................132
Headlights
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)
........................................................................... 177
Automatic High Beam system..............178
Light switch ..................................................... 175
Replacing light bulbs............................... 408
Head-up display.............................................. 83
Driving information display area........... 83
Driving support system display area .. 86
Eco Driving Indicator ................................. 87
HUD (Head-up display) switch............85 Navigation system-linked display ........83
Pop-up display ...............................................86
Settings...............................................................85
Heated steering wheel .............................. 326
Heaters
Front air conditioning system ............... 313
Heated steering wheel ............................326
Outside rear view mirrors.......................314
Rear air conditioning system ............... 323
Seat heaters ..................................................326
Height control
Electronically modulated air suspension
.......................................................................... 292
Hill-start assist control ............................... 294
Hood
Open................................................................375
Pop Up Hood.................................................38
Hooks
Coat hooks ...................................................343
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..................... 22
Horn ....................................................................135
HUD (Head-up display) switch ................ 85
I
I/M test ............................................................ 372
Identification
Engine..............................................................449
Vehicle ........................................................... 448
Ignition switch (engine switch)................ 160
Auto power off function............................162
Changing the engine switch modes ..162
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .................................................. 410
Indicators ........................................................... 66
Initialization
Items to initialize .........................................482
Maintenance......................................368, 381
Power windows ........................................... 139
Tire pressure warning system .............392
Inside door handle lights........................... 330
Inside rear view mirror ................................136
Instrument panel light control ............. 71, 75

502 Alphabetical Index
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) Intercooler...................................................... 382
Intercooler coolant
Capacity ...........................................................451
Checking ........................................................ 381
Interior lights.................................................. 330
Front interior light ......................................330
Rear interior light .......................................330
Intuitive parking assist..................... 256, 257
Function .......................................................... 257
Warning message.....................................260 J
Jack
Positioning a floor jack............................ 375
Jam protection function
Electronic roof sunshade.........................146
Moon roof ....................................................... 142
Panoramic moon roof...............................146
Power trunk opener and closer .......... 105
Power windows............................................139
Rear door sunshade ................................ 346
K
Keyless entry
Smart access system with push-button
start ..................................................................107
Wireless remote control........................... 94
Keys
Battery-saving function ........................... 108
Electronic key ................................................. 92
Engine switch................................................ 160
If the electronic key does not operate
properly....................................................... 436
If you lose your keys................................. 435
Key number plate ......................................... 92
Keyless entry .........................................96, 107
Mechanical key.............................................. 92
Replacing the battery...............................403
Warning buzzer ...........................................107
Wireless remote control........................... 94 Knee airbags .................................................... 29 L
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
Operation ........................................................ 221
Warning messages................................... 229
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA)
Operation ........................................................231
Warning messages................................... 237
Language (multi-information display) .....81
LATCH anchors ............................................. 53
LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling system)
.......................................................................... 295
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever .................................375
Hood lock release lever .........................375
Internal trunk release lever..................... 105
Shift lever ......................................................... 163
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169
Wiper lever .................................................... 180
Lexus climate concierge ............................. 311
Lexus Dynamic Handling system (LDH)
.......................................................................... 295
Lexus Enform Safety Connect............... 355
Lexus Safety System+
Automatic High Beam ............................. 178
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range ........................... 238, 241
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ...................231
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ................. 210
RSA (Road Sign Assist)..........................238
Lexus Safety System+A ..............................187
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range ........................... 238, 241
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert)....... 218
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ...................... 221
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ............... 200
RSA (Road Sign Assist)..........................238
License plate lights
Light switch .....................................................175
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408