2018 LEXUS LS500 transmission oil

4197-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises ■
Charging system warning light *
(warning buzzer)*
: This light illuminates on the multi-information display. ■
Low engine oil pressure warning light *
(warning buzzer)*
: This light illuminates on the multi-information display. ■
Malfunction indicator lamp (warning buzzer)
■
SRS warning light (warning buzzer) Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning light Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada) Indicates a malfunction in:
 The electronic engine control system;
 The electronic throttle control system; or
 The electronic automatic transmission control system
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The SRS airbag system;
 The front passenger occupant classification system; or
 The seat belt pr etensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

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”

452 8-1. Specifications
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: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
*
: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with Toyota ge nuine gear oil at the factory. Use Lexus
approved Toyota genuine gear oil or an equi valent of matching qu ality to satisfy the
above specification. Plea se contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
*
: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genu ine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Ge nuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of Electrical system (battery) Specific gravity reading at 68°F
(20°C): 12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch off and turn on the head-
lights for 20 to 30 seconds.)
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge 15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission Fluid capacity *
9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE■
Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ca use deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately
damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Transfer (AWD models) Oil capacity 0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.62 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity *
Toyota Genuine Transfer gear oil LL 80 or equivalent
Front differential (AWD models) Oil capacity 0.69 qt. (0.65 L, 0.57 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity *
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent

500 Alphabetical Index
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) If the engine will not start ....................... 433
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened
......................................................................... 435
If you have a flat tire .................................. 432
If you lose your keys................................. 435
If you think something is wrong ...........416
If your vehicle becomes stuck............. 446
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................. 410
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....... 412
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 443
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ............................... 162
Compartment ..............................................377
Engine compartment cover ................. 378
Engine switch................................................ 160
Fuel pump shut off system ...................... 417
Hood................................................................ 375
How to start the engine........................... 160
Identification number ............................... 449
If the engine will not start ....................... 433
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................. 410
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............ 160
Overheating................................................. 443
Tachometer .............................................69, 72
Engine compartment cover .................... 378
Engine coolant
Capacity ...........................................................451
Checking ........................................................ 381
Preparing and checking before winter
......................................................................... 299
Engine coolant temperature gauge 69, 72
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 58
Engine oil
Capacity .........................................................450
Checking ....................................................... 379
Preparing and checking before winter
......................................................................... 299
Warning light .................................................419
Engine oil maintenance data ................... 381 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
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 294
Warning light .................................................421
Event data recorder (E DR) ............................7 F
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert) ...........218
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 340
Flat tire
Tire pressure warning system ............ 388
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid
Automatic transmission ..........................452
Brake ................................................................453
Washer .......................................................... 383
Footwell light ................................................. 330
Front air conditioning system ...................313
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) ...........218
Front passenger occupant classification
system .............................................................. 40
Front seats
Adjustment ....................................................... 116
Cleaning ........................................................ 365
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ......................... 127
Head restraints..............................................132
Memory recall function............................ 130
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Refresh system ............................................... 121
Seat heaters ..................................................326
Seat position memory ............................... 127
Seat ventilators ............................................326
Front side marker light
Light switch .....................................................175
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169