
1424-1. Before driving
Cargo capacity depends on the total 
weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac-
ity)  (Total weight of occupants)
NOTICE
●The vehicle will make abnormal 
sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat 
tire ( P.350)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded 
after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause 
the following serious damage to the vehi-
cle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water 
immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded 
road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure 
to have your Lexus dealer check the fol-
lowing:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil 
and fluid used for the engine, transmis-
sion, differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller 
shaft, bearings and suspension joints 
(where possible), and the function of 
all joints, bearings, etc.
If the shift control system is damaged by 
flooding, it may not  be possible to shift 
the shift position to P, or from P to other 
positions. In this case, contact your Lexus 
dealer.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift 
the shift position to P. Failure to do so 
may cause the vehicle to move or the 
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the 
accelerator pedal is accidentally 
depressed.
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions, 
cargo capacity and load:
WARNING
■Things that must not be carried in the 
trunk
The following things may cause a fire if 
loaded in the trunk:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■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.
●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 

1874-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
WARNING
●Keep the radar sensor and front grille 
emblem clean at all times.Radar sensor
Front grille emblem
If the front of the rada r sensor or the front 
or back of the front grille emblem is dirty 
or covered with water droplets, snow, 
etc., clean it. 
Clean the radar sensor and front grille 
emblem with a soft cloth so you do not 
mark or damage them.
●Do not attach accessories, stickers 
(including transpar ent stickers) or 
other items to the radar sensor, front 
grille emblem or surrounding area.
●Do not subject the radar sensor or sur-
rounding area to a strong impact. 
If the radar sensor, front grille, or front 
bumper has been subjected to a 
strong impact, have the vehicle 
inspected by your  Lexus dealer.
●Do not disassemble  the radar sensor.
●Do not modify or paint the radar sen-
sor, front grille emblem or surrounding 
area.
●If the radar sensor, front grille, or front 
bumper needs to be removed and 
installed, or replaced, contact your 
Lexus dealer.
A
B
■To avoid malfunction of the camera 
sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the camera sensor may not 
operate properly, possibly leading to an 
accident resulting in death or serious 
injury.
●Keep the windshield clean at all times.
• If the windshield is dirty or covered  with an oily film, water droplets, snow, 
etc., clear the windshield.
• If a glass coating agent is applied to the  windshield, it will still be necessary to 
use the windshield wipers to remove 
water droplets, etc. from the area of 
the windshield in front of the camera 
sensor.
• If the inner side of the windshield  where the camera sens or is installed is 
dirty, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not attach objects, such as stickers, 
transparent stickers, and so forth, to 
the outer side of the windshield in front 
of the camera sensor (shaded area in 
the illustration).
From the top of the windshield to 
approximately 0.4 in. (1 cm) below 
the bottom of the camera sensor
Approximately 7.9 in. (20 cm) 
(Approximately 4.0 in. (10 cm) to the 
right and left from the center of the 
camera sensor)
A
B 

2384-6. Driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate to 
the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Power control unit coolant (LC500h)
•Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect 
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four 
snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size 
and the same brand.
Perform the following according to the 
driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a window 
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour 
warm water over the frozen area to 
melt the ice. Wipe away the water 
immediately to prevent it from 
freezing.
 When the outside door handle is 
frozen, unlock the doors using the 
wireless remote control. If the out-
side door handles remain retracted 
and do not move even if the doors 
are unlocked using the wireless 
remote control, pour warm water 
over the frozen area to melt the ice 
and wipe away the water immedi-
ately to prevent it from freezing. The 
outside door handle may not retract 
due to ice, however, the outside 
door handle will return to the nor-
mal position after the ice melts.
 To ensure proper operation of the 
climate control system fan, remove 
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving 
the vehicle in winter. Always drive 
the vehicle in a manner appropriate 
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to 
reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of 
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air 
pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 
km/h), regardless of the type of snow 
tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some 
wheels.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains
Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may 
damage the vehicle body and suspen-
sion, and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow 
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire 
retailers. 
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires affects the operation 
of the tire pressure warning valves and 
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle 

2766-1. Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Precautions regarding the exhaust 
pipes and rear bumper diffusers
As exhaust gases cause the exhaust 
pipes and rear bumper diffusers to 
become quite hot, do not touch the 
exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers 
while the engine is running 
the engine 
When washing the vehicle, be careful not 
to touch the exhaust pipes and rear 
bumper diffusers until they have cooled 
sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes 
and rear bumper diffusers can cause 
burns.
■Precaution regarding the rear 
bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if 
equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped 
or scratched, the  system may malfunc-
tion. If this occurs, consult your Lexus 
dealer.
NOTICE
■Application of coatings to the vehicle 
body (vehicles wi th CFRP parts)
Do not apply any kind of coating to the 
vehicle body as doing so may damage 
the paint or reduce its durability.
■To prevent paint deterioration and 
corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the 
following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar, pollen or tree sap is present  on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or  bird droppings are present on the 
paint surface
• After driving in an  area contaminated 
with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron 
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled  with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline  are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, 
have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, 
remove any dirt and store in a place 
with low humidity when storing the 
wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic 
substances or scrub with a hard brush. 
This may damage the surfaces of the 
lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the 
lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is  in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate and the wiper blades 
may be damaged. 

2836-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
6-2.Maintenance
■Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts 
be used for repairs to ensure performance 
of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used 
in replacement or if a repair shop other than 
a Lexus dealer perfor ms repairs, confirm 
the warranty coverage.
■Allow inspection and repairs to be per-
formed by a Lexus dealer
●Lexus technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up to date with the 
latest service information. They are well 
informed about the operations of all sys-
tems on your vehicle.
●Keep a copy of the repa ir order. It proves 
that the maintenance that has been per-
formed is under warra nty coverage. If any 
problem should arise while your vehicle is 
under warranty, your Lexus dealer will 
promptly take care of it.
General maintenance should be per-
formed on a daily basis. This can be 
done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer.
Scheduled maintenance should be 
performed at specified intervals 
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.
For details about ma intenance items and 
schedules, refer to  the “Warranty and Ser-
vice Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
■Resetting the message indicating main-
tenance is required
After the required maintenance is per-
formed according to the maintenance 
schedule, please  reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedure 
described below:
1 Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select  .
2 Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select  “Vehicle Settings”. 
Then press “OK”.
Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical driv-
ing, day-to-day care and regular 
maintenance are essential. It is the 
owner’s responsibility to perform 
regular checks. Lexus recommends 
the following maintenance:
WARNING
■If your vehicle is not properly main-
tained
Improper maintenanc e could result in 
serious damage to the vehicle and possi-
ble death or serious injury.
■Handling of the 12-volt battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile 
components contain or emit chemicals 
known to the State of California to 
cause cancer and birth defects and 
other reproductive harm. Work in a 
well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehi-
cles as well as waste produced by 
component wear contain or emit 
chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth 
defects or other re productive harm. 
Avoid exposure and wash any affected 
area immediately.
●12-volt battery post s, terminals and 
related accessories contain lead and 
lead compounds which are known to 
cause brain damage. Wash your hands 
after handling. ( P.299)
General maintenance
Scheduled maintenance 

2846-2. Maintenance
3Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select “Scheduled Mainte-
nance”. Then press “OK”.
4 Select “Yes” and press “OK”.
A message will be disp layed when the reset 
procedure has been completed.
You can perform some maintenance 
procedures by yourself. 
Please be aware that do-it-yourself 
maintenance may affect warranty cov-
erage.
The use of Lexus repair manuals is recom-
mended.
For details about warra nty coverage, refer 
to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War-
ranty and Service Guide”, “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Do-it-yourself maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general main-
tenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in 
the “Warranty and Service Guide” 
or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. 
It is recommended that any prob-
lem you notice should be brought to 
the attention of your Lexus dealer 
or qualified service shop for advice.
WARNING
■If the engine is running 
Turn the engine 
ensure that there is adequate ventilation 
before performing maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid
Is the brake fluid at the 
correct level? 
(  P.297)
Engine coolant 
(LC500)Is the engine coolant at 
the correct level? 
( P.296)
Engine/power 
control unit cool-
ant (LC500h)Is the engine/power 
control unit coolant at 
the correct level? 
( P.296)
Engine oil
Is the engine oil at the 
correct level? 
( P.293)
Exhaust system
There should not be 
any fumes or strange 
sounds. 

2896-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Engine oil level 
( P.293)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor 
Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for  adding engine oil)
Fuses 
( P.319)•Fuse with same amper-
age rating as original
Headlight aim• Phillips-head screw-driver
Light bulbs 
( P.324)
Radiator and 
condenser 
( P.297)
Tire inflation 
pressure 
( P.313)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid 
( P.298)
• Water or washer fluid 
containing antifreeze 
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for  adding water or washer 
fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many 
mechanisms and fluids that may move 
suddenly, become hot, or become elec-
trically energized. To avoid death or seri-
ous injury, observe the following 
precautions.
■When working on the engine com-
partment
●LC500h: Make sure that the “IGNI-
TION ON” on the multi-information 
display and the “READY” indicator are 
both off.
●Keep hands, clothi ng and tools away 
from the moving fan and engine drive 
belt.
ItemsParts and tools●LC500: Be careful not to touch the 
engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. 
right after driving as they may be hot. 
Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
LC500h: Be careful not to touch the 
engine, power control unit, radiator, 
exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other 
fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn 
easily, such as paper and rags, in the 
engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose 
an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are 
flammable.
■When working near the electric cool-
ing fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch 
With the engine switch 
IGNITION ON mode 
electric cooling fan may automatically 
start to run if the air conditioning is on 
and/or the coolant temperature is high. 
(  P.297)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or 
falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter 
removed may cause excessive engine 
wear due to dirt in the air. 

2926-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LC500Fuse box ( P.319)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P.293)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P.296)
Engine oil filler cap ( P.294)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P.297)
Washer fluid tank ( P.298)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( P.297)
Radiator ( P.297)
Engine compartment
Components
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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