2018 LEXUS LS500H tow

1473-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Before driving 3-4.Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Operating the switch moves the steer-
ing wheel in the following directions:
1 Up
2 Down
3 Toward the driver
4 Away from the driver ■
The steering wheel can be adjusted
when
The power switch is in ACCESSORY or
ON mode *
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: If the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the
steering wheel can be adjusted regard-
less of power switch mode.
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Automatic adjustment of the steering
position
A desired steering position can be entered
to memory and recalled automatically by
the driving position memory system.
( → P.139)
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Power easy access system
The steering wheel and driver’s seat move
in accordance with power switch mode and
the driver’s seat belt condition. ( → P.139)
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Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( → P.481) Press on or close to the mark.Steering wheel
Adjustment procedure WARNING■
Caution while driving
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mis-
handle the vehicle and cause an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
Sounding the horn

150 3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
LS500h_OM_OM50F42U_(U) nor “R”.
To set the mirror angle used when the vehi-
cle is reversing, adjust the mirror angle at a
desired position with the shift position in R.
The adjusted angle will be memorized and
the mirror will automatically tilt to the mem-
orized angle whenever the shift position is
shifted to R from next time.
The memorized downward tilt position of
the mirror is linked to the normal position
(angle adjusted with the shift position in
other than R). Therefore, if the normal posi-
tion is changed after adjustment, the tilt
position will also change.
When the normal position is changed, read-
just the angle in reversing.
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Using the switch
Press the switch to fold the mirrors. Press it again to extend them to the original
position.
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Setting automatic mode
Automatic mode allows the folding or
extending of the mirrors to be linked to locking/unlocking of the doors.
Press the “AUTO” switch to set auto-
matic mode. The indicator will come on.
Pressing the switch on ce more will return
to manual mode.
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When disconnecting and reconnecting
12-volt battery terminals
The automatic folding/extending mirror
function will return to off as default. To turn
the function on, press the switch again to
select on. ■
Using automatic mode in cold weather
When automatic mode is used in cold
weather, the door mirror could freeze up
and automatic stowing and return may not
be possible. In this case, remove any ice and
snow from the door mirror, then either
operate the mirror using manual mode or
move the mirror by hand. ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( → P.481)WARNING■
When the mirror defoggers are oper-
ating
Do not touch the rear view mirror sur-
faces, as they can become very hot and
burn you.
Folding and extending the mir-
rors
WARNING
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When a mirror is moving
To avoid personal injury and mirror mal-
function, be careful not to get your hand
caught by the moving mirror. A

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LS500h_OM_OM50F42U_(U) 4 4
Driving Driving .
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ..................... 158
Cargo and luggage ................... 164
Vehicle load limits ...................... 166
Trailer towing ............................... 166
Dinghy towing ............................. 167
4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch ............ 168
EV drive mode ............................ 172
Hybrid transmission .................. 174
Turn signal lever.......................... 180
Parking brake ............................... 181
Brake Hold.................................... 183
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ......................... 185
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
......................................................... 188
Windshield wipers and washer
......................................................... 190
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap...... 194
4-5. Using the driving support sys-
tems
Lexus Safety System+A........... 196
Lexus Safety System+ ............. 203
PCS (Pre-Collision System) (vehi-
cles with Lexus Safety Sys-
tem+A) ....................................... 209
PCS (Pre-Collision System) (vehi-
cles with Lexus Safety System+)
........................................................ 220 FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert)
........................................................ 227
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 230
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)
....................................................... 240
RSA (Road Sign Assist).......... 247
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range...................... 250
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .... 260
PKSA (Parking Support Alert)
....................................................... 265
Intuitive parking assist ............. 266
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
function....................................... 273
RCD (Rear Camera Detection)
function....................................... 277
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
....................................................... 280
Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) ......................... 286
Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles) ....... 291
Parking Support Brake function
(rear pedestrians) .................. 295
Driving mode select switch .. 298
Electronically modulated air sus-
pension ....................................... 299
Driving assist systems.............. 302
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 307
Winter driving tips .................... 309

164 4-1. Before driving
LS500h_OM_OM50F42U_(U) Cargo capacity depends on the total
weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac-
ity) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit —
(1) Locate the statement “The com-
bined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX
lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the co mbined weight of
the driver and passengers from XXX
kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 − 750
(5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and lug- gage load capacity calculated in Step
4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a
trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult
this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity of your vehicle.
( → P.166) Lexus does not recommend towing a
trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is not
designed for trailer towing.
Cargo capacity
Total load capacity (vehicle capac-
ity weight) ( → P.460)
When 2 people with the combined
weight of A lb. (kg) are riding in your
vehicle, which has a total load capacity
(vehicle capacity weight) of B lb. (kg),
the available amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity will be C lb. (kg) as
follows:
B *2
lb. (kg) - A *1
lb. (kg) = C *3
lb. (kg)*1
: A =Weight of people *2
: B =Total load capacityCargo and luggage Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:
Capacity and distribution
Calculation formula for your
vehicle
A
B

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Driving *3
: C =Available cargo and luggage load
In this condition, if 3 more passengers with
the combined weight of D lb. (kg) get on,
the available cargo and luggage load will
be reduced E lb. (kg) as follows:
C lb. (kg) - D *4
lb. (kg) = E *5
lb. (kg)*4
: D =Additional weight of people *5
: E =Available cargo and luggage load
As shown in the example above, if the
number of occupants increases, the
cargo and luggage load will be
reduced by an amount that equals the
increased weight due to the additional
occupants. In other words, if an
increase in the number of occupants
causes an excess of the total load
capacity (combined weight of occu-
pants plus cargo and luggage load),
you must reduce the cargo and lug-
gage on your vehicle. WARNING■
Things that must not be carried in the
trunk
The following things may cause a fire if
loaded in the trunk:
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Receptacles containing gasoline
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Aerosol cans
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Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals
from being depressed properly, may
block the driver’s vision, or may result in
items hitting the driver or passengers,
possibly causing an accident.
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Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk
whenever possible. ●
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on
the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats
(when stacking items)
• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
•On the dashboard
• In front of the Center Display ●
Secure all items in the occupant com-
partment. ■
Capacity and distribution ●
Do not exceed the maximum axle
weight rating or the total vehicle
weight rating. ●
Even if the total load of occupant’s
weight and the cargo load is less than
the total load capacity, do not apply the
load unevenly. Improper loading may
cause deterioration of steering or
braking control which may cause
death or serious injury.

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Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire
and loading information label. ( → P.408)Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total
load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capac-
ity.
 Total load capacity (vehicle
capacity weight): → P.460Total load capacity means the combined
weight of occupants, cargo and lug-
gage.
 Seating capacity:5 occupants
(Front 2, Rear 3) Seating capacity means the maximum
number of occupant s whose estimated
average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per
person.
 Towing capacity Lexus does not recommend towing a
trailer with your vehicle.
 Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or
decrease depending on the weight and
the number of occupants.
WARNING
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Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tires,
but also degrade steering and braking
ability, resulting in an accident. Trailer towing Lexus does not recommend towing
a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus
also does not recommend the
installation of a tow hitch or the use
of a tow hitch carrier for a wheel-
chair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your
vehicle is not desi gned for trailer
towing or for the use of tow hitch
mounted carriers.

1674-1. Before driving
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Driving Dinghy towing Your vehicle is not designed to be
dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the
ground) behind a motor home.
NOTICE■
To avoid serious damage to your vehi-
cle
Do not tow your vehicle with the four
wheels on the ground.

176 4-2. Driving procedures
LS500h_OM_OM50F42U_(U) Shift leverOperate the shift lever gently and securely
in the direction of the arrow on the shift
position indicator.
To shift to N, slide the shift lever in the
direction of the arrow and hold it.
Release the shift lever after each shifting
operation to allow it to return to its regular
position ( ).
Shifting to M is only possible when the shift
position is in D.
When shifting from P to N, D or R, from N,
D, M or R to P, from D or M to R, or from R
to D, ensure that the brake pedal is being
depressed and the vehicle is stationary.
Shift position indicatorMeter display:
The current shift position is highlighted.
When any shift position other than D or M
is selected, the arrow toward M and the M
position indicator are displayed in gray.
Shift lever display: The current shift posi tion is illuminated.
When selecting the sh ift position, make
sure that the shift position has been
changed to the desired position by check-
ing the shift position indicator provided on
the instrument cluster.
P position switch
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When shifting the shift position to P
Fully stop the vehicle and set the park-
ing brake, and then press the P position
switch. When the shift position is changed to P, the
switch illuminates.
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P.Shifting the shift lever
A
B WARNING■
For the shift lever ●
Do not remove the shift lever knob or
use anything but a genuine Lexus shift
lever knob. Also, do not hang anything
on the shift lever.
Doing so could prevent the shift lever
from returning to position, causing
unexpected accidents to occur when
the vehicle is in motion. ●
In order to prevent the shift position
from accidentally being changed, do
not touch the shift lever when not using
them.
P position switch C