
1994-5. Using the driving support systems
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 4
Driving WARNING●
If the part of the windshield in front of
the camera sensor is fogged up or
covered with condensation or ice, use
the windshield defogger to remove the
fog, condensation or ice. ( → P.314)●
If water droplets cannot be properly
removed from the area of the wind-
shield in front of the camera sensor by
the windshield wipers, replace the
wiper insert or wiper blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need
to be replaced, contact your Lexus
dealer. ●
Do not attach window tinting to the
windshield.●
Replace the windshield if it is damaged
or cracked.
If the windshield needs to be replaced,
contact your Lexus dealer.●
Do not get the camera sensor wet.●
Do not allow bright lights to shine into
the camera sensor.●
Do not dirty or damage the camera
sensor.
When cleaning the inside of the wind-
shield, do not allow glass cleaner to
contact the lens. Also, do not touch the
lens.
If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact
your Lexus dealer.
●
Do not subject the camera sensor to a
strong impact.
●
Do not change the installation position
or direction of the camera sensor or
remove it.
●
Do not disassemble the camera sen-
sor.
●
Do not modify any components of the
vehicle around the camera sensor
(inside rear view mirror, etc.) or ceiling. ●
Do not attach any accessories that
may obstruct the camera sensor to the
hood, front grille or front bumper.
Contact your Lexus dealer. ●
If a surfboard or other long object is to
be mounted on the roof, make sure
that it will not obstruct the camera sen-
sor. ●
Do not modify the headlights or other
lights.

3014-6. Driving tips
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 4
Driving Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary depending on location and
type of road. Always check local regu-
lations before installing chains. ■
Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when
installing and removing chains: ●
Install and remove tire chains in a safe
location.●
Install tire chains on the rear tires. Do not
install tire chains on the front tires.●
Install tire chains on the rear tires as
tightly as possible. Retighten chains after
driving 1/4 ⎯ 1/2 mile (0.5 ⎯ 1.0 km).●
Install tire chains following the instruc-
tions provided with the tire chains.
To enable the windshield wipers to be
lifted when heavy snow or icy condi-
tions are expected, change the rest
position of the windshield wipers from
the retracted position below the hood
to the service position using the wiper
lever. ( → P.183)Regulations on the use of tire
chains
NOTICE■
Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.
Windshield wipers

506 Alphabetical Index
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) Seat ventilators ............................................. 326
Seating capacity............................................ 158
Seats
Adjustment............................................. 116, 123
Adjustment precautions ............................ 116
Child seats/child restraint system installa-
tion .................................................................... 45
Cleaning.........................................................365
Driving position memory......................... 127
Front seat refresh system...........................121
Head restraints ............................................. 132
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Properly sitting in the seat .........................23
Rear seat relaxation system.................... 126
Seat heaters .................................................. 326
Seat position memory .......................127, 131
Seat ventilators............................................ 326
Secondary Collision Brake ..................... 294
Sensor
Automatic headlight system................... 175
Automatic High Beam system..............178
Inside rear view mirror..............................136
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 257
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)................... 231
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...................... 221
Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles)...................... 282
Parking Support Brake function (static
objects)........................................................ 278
Radar sensor.......................... 188, 195, 252
Rain-sensing windshield wipers............ 181
RCTA .............................................................. 265
Service reminder message ..................... 368
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ............................163
Shift lever light .............................................. 330
Shopping bag hooks .................................. 339
Side airbags ...................................................... 29
Side marker lights
Light switch ..................................................... 175
Replacing light bulbs............................... 408 Side mirrors
Adjustment ......................................................137
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor)................... 251
Folding.............................................................. 138
Linked mirror functi on when reversing
............................................................................137
Mirror position memory ........................... 127
RCTA function ............................................ 264
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169
Side windows ..................................................139
Smart access system with push-button
start
Antenna location ......................................... 107
Entry functions ................................................ 96
Starting the engine ..................................... 160
Snow mode ...................................................... 167
Snow tires ....................................................... 299
Spark plug ........................................................451
Specifications ................................................ 448
Speedometer ........................................... 69, 72
Steering lock
Column lock release ................................. 160
Steering lock system warning message
........................................................................... 160
Steering wheel
Adjustment ..................................................... 135
Heated steering wheel ............................326
Meter control switches ...............................77
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Steering wheel position memory......... 127
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Storage features .......................................... 334
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................446
Suggestion function....................................... 82
Sun visors ........................................................ 345
Sunshade
Roof.....................................................................142

5091-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 509Alphabetical Index
Brake Override System ......................... 420
Brake system ................................................ 418
Charging system .........................................419
Downshifting .......................................168, 169
Drive-Start Control .................................. 420
Electric power steering ............................ 421
Engine ...............................................................419
High coolant temperature ..................... 418
Intuitive parking assist.................. 263, 423
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)....... 231, 422
Low engine oil pressure...........................419
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).......... 221, 422
Open door.............................................. 97, 99
Open window .............................................. 140
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ........... 257
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ......... 424
Pop Up Hood ............................................. 420
Pre-collision braking......................200, 212
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ........ 423
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ...... 423
Seat belt ................................................ 421, 422
Warning lights................................................ 418
ABS .................................................................. 420
Brake hold operated indicator ........... 425
Brake Override System ......................... 420
Brake system ................................................ 418
Charging system .........................................419
Drive-Start Control .................................. 420
Electric power steering ............................ 421
High coolant temperature ..................... 418
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator423
LKA indicator .............................................. 422
Low engine oil pressure...........................419
Low fuel level ................................................. 421
LTA indicator ............................................... 422
Malfunction indicator lamp.....................419
Master warning light ................................ 425
Parking brake indicator .......................... 425
PKSB OFF indicator ................................ 424
Pop Up Hood ............................................. 420
Pre-collision system ................................. 424
RCD OFF indicator ................................. 423 RCTA OFF indicator ............................... 423
Seat belt reminder light................. 421, 422
Slip indicator ................................................. 424
SRS ..................................................................... 419
Tire pressure ................................................ 422
Warning messages ..................................... 428
Warning reflector storage belt.............. 340
Washer
Checking ...................................................... 383
Preparing and checking before winter
..........................................................................299
Switch................................................................180
Washing and waxing.................................. 362
Weight
Cargo capacity ............................................ 158
Load limits ...................................................... 158
Weight............................................................ 448
Wheels
Replacing wheels ...................................... 396
Size ....................................................................454
Window lock switch ...................................... 141
Windows
Power windows ........................................... 139
Rear window defogger.............................314
Washer ............................................................180
Windshield wiper de-icer ..........................319
Windshield wipers
Position............................................................. 183
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .......... 180
Winter driving tips....................................... 299
Wireless remote control
Battery-Saving Function..........................108
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 94
Replacing the battery .............................. 403