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LS500_OM_(U)_1810 Applying/releasing the parking brake.......................................................................P.174
Precautions for winter season .. .................................................................................... P.301
Warning buzzer/messages.......................................................................................... P.425
Turn signal lever ...................................................................................................... P.173
Headlight switch...................................................................................................... P.179
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/license plate lig hts/daytime running lights
............................................................................................................................... .....................P.179
AHB (Automatic High Beam)...................................................................................... P.182
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................................................................P.184
Usage.......................................................................................................................... ............ P.184
Adding washer fluid ......................................................................................................... P.3 79
Warning messages .......................................................................................................... P.425
Emergency flasher switch ...................................................................................P.406
Hood lock release lever ........................................................................................ P.371
Tilt and telescopic steering contro l switch...... ............ .............. .......... ............P.138
Adjustment ........................................................................................................................... P.138
Driving position memory ................................................................................................ P.130
Air conditioning system ........................................................................................P.313
Usage.......................................................................................................................... ............ P.313
Rear window defogger.................................................................................................... P.313
Audio system *
Brake hold switch .................................................................................................... P.177
Trunk opener main switch ..................................................................................... P.110 *
: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”. F
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LS500_OM_(U)_1810 Phone switch *
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ......................................................................P.225
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ................................................................... P.241
Cruise control switches ....................................................................................... P.237
Audio remote control switches *
Talk switch *
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: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Remote Touch *1
..................................................................................................... P.304
Seat switch ................................................................................................................P.12 0
Rear sunshade switch *2
...................................................................................... P.348
Vehicle height adjustment switch *2
.................................................................. P.291
P position switch ...................................................................................................... P.170 *1
: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”. *2
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812-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators 
Main meter moved to the right
By selecting menu icons on the 
multi-information display, a variety of 
driving-related information can be dis-
played. The multi-information display 
can also be used to change display set-
tings and other vehicle settings.
Warning or suggestion/advice pop-up 
displays are also displayed in certain 
situations.
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Menu icons
The menu icons will be displayed by 
pressing   or   of the meter con-
trol switch. F SPORT models: The menu icons can be 
displayed when the main meter is moved to 
the right. ■
Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light sp ots may appear on the 
display. This phenomen on is characteristic 
of liquid crystal disp lays, and there is no 
problem continuing to use the display.
The multi-information display is oper-
ated using the meter control switches.
Driving information display 
(  P.82)
Navigation syst em-linked dis-
play (if equipped) (  P.84) Audio system-linked display 
(  P.85)
Driving support system infor-
mation display (  P.85)
Warning message display 
(  P.425)
Settings display (  P.85)
WARNING■
Caution for use while driving ●
When operating the multi-information 
display while drivin g, pay extra atten-
tion to the safety of the area around the 
vehicle. ●
Do not look continuously at the 
multi-information display while driving 
as you may fail to see pedestrians, 
objects on the road,  etc. ahead of the 
vehicle. ■
The information display at low tem-
peratures
 P.74, 78
Changing the meter display 

852-1. Instrument cluster
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 2
Vehicle status information and indicators display is enabled on the head-up display, it 
will not be displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display. (  P.89)
Select to enable selection of an audio 
source or track on the meter using the 
meter control switches.
Select to display the operational status 
of the following systems:
 LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (  P.225)
 Dynamic radar cruise control with 
full-speed range (  P.237)
 RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if 
equipped) (  P.247)■
Meter display settings that can be 
changed
 Language Select to change th e language displayed.
 Units Select to change the  units of measure dis-
played.
 Speedometer display (except F 
SPORT models) Select to set the display of the speedome-
ter to digital/analog/both digital and ana-
log.
 Drive information 1/Drive informa-
tion 2
Select to select up to 2 items (  P.82) that 
will be displayed on ea ch Drive information  screen (Drive information 1 screen and 
Drive information 2 sc reen) respectively.
 Clock Select to switch between 12-hour display 
and 24-hour display.
 Pop-up display Select to enable/disable pop-up displays 
for each relevant system.
 Accent color Select to change the accent color on the 
screen, such as the cursor color.
 Rev indicator (F SPORT models) • Select to enable/disable the rev indica-
tor.
• Select to set the engine speed at which 
the rev indicator (amber) will begin to be 
displayed.
 Rev peak (F SPORT models) Select to enable/disable the rev peak.
 Eco Driving Indicator Light Select to enable/disable the Eco Driving 
Indicator Light.
 Default setting Select to reset the meter display settings to 
the default setting.
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Vehicle functions and settings that 
can be changed
 P.466 ■
Suspension of the settings display
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Some settings cannot  be changed while 
driving. When changing settings, park 
the vehicle in a safe place.
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If a warning message  is displayed, opera-
tion of the settings display will be sus-
pended.Audio system-linked display
Driving support system informa-
tion display
Settings display 

892-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators ■
Enabling/disabling the head-up dis-
play
Press the HUD switch.
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Changing settings of the head-up 
display
The following settings can be changed 
on   of the multi-information display. 
(  P.466)
 Brightness and vertical position of 
the head-up display Select to adjust the  brightness or vertical 
position of the head-up display.
 Tachometer/Eco Driving Indicator Select to display the  tachometer, Eco Driv-
ing Indicator or no content.
 Display content Select to enable/dis able the following 
items:
• Route guidance to  destination/street 
name
• Driving support system display *
• Compass (heading-up display)
• Audio system operation status *
: Make sure to enable this display when 
using the driving support systems
 Display angle Select to adjust the angle of the head-up 
display. ■
Enabling/disabling of the head-up dis-
play
If the head-up display  is disabled, it will 
remain disabled when  the engine switch is 
turned off then back to IGNITION ON 
mode. ■
Display brightness
The brightness of the head-up display can 
be adjusted on   of the multi-information 
display. Also, it is automatically adjusted 
according to the ambient brightness. ■
Head-up display automatic position 
adjustment
If the display position is recorded into mem-
ory, the head-up display will be automati-
cally adjusted to th e desired position. 
(  P.130) ■
When the battery is disconnected
The customize settings of the head-up dis-
play will be reset.Using the head-up display
WARNING■
Caution for changing settings of the 
head-up display
As the engine needs to be running while 
changing the settings of the head-up dis-
play, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a 
place with adequate ventilation. In a 
closed area such as a garage, exhaust 
gases including harmful carbon monox-
ide (CO) may collect and enter the vehi-
cle. This may lead to  death or a serious 
health hazard.
NOTICE
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When changing the settings of the 
head-up display
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that 
the engine is running while the changing 
the settings of the head-up display. 

90 2-1. Instrument cluster
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 Displays the operational status of the 
following systems:
 LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (  P.225)
 Dynamic radar cruise control with 
full-speed range (  P.237)Details of content  displayed on the 
head-up display may differ from that dis-
played on the multi-information display. For 
details, refer to the explanation of each sys-
tem.
Pop-up displays for the following sys-
tems will be displayed when necessary. ■
Driving support systems
Displays a warning/suggestion/advice 
message or the operating state of a rel-
evant system.
 PCS (Pre-Collision System) 
(  P.204, 215)
 FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert) (if 
equipped) (  P.222)
 Intuitive parking assist (if equipped) 
(  P.257)
 Parking Support Brake function (for 
static objects) (if equipped) 
(  P.276)
 Brake Override System (  P.155)
 Drive-Start Control (  P.155)Details of content  displayed on the 
head-up display may differ from that dis-
played on the multi-information display. For 
details, refer to the explanation of each sys-
tem. ■
/ icons
These icons are linked to the 
multi-information display
: Master warning icon Displayed when a warn ing message is dis-
played on the multi-information display. 
(  P.425)
: Information icon Displayed when a suggestion pop-up dis-
play (  P.86) or advice pop-up display is 
displayed on the multi-information display. ■
Warning message
Some warning messages are displayed 
when necessary, according to certain 
conditions. Details of content  displayed on the 
head-up display may differ from that dis-
played on the multi-information display. ■
Audio system operation status
Displayed when an audio remote con-
trol switch on the steering wheel is 
operated. ■
Hands-free system status
Displayed when the hands-free system 
is operated. ■
When a pop-up display is displayed
When a pop-up display is displayed, a cur-
rent display may no long er be displayed. In 
this case, the display  will return after the 
pop-up display disappears.
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Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolu-Driving support system display 
area
Pop-up display
Tachometer/Eco Driving Indica-
tor 

973-1. Key information
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Before driving ●
To reduce key battery depletion when the 
electronic key is to not be used for long 
periods of time, set the electronic key to 
the battery-saving mode. (  P.113)●
As the electronic ke y always receives 
radio waves, the battery will become 
depleted even if the electronic key is not 
used. The following symptoms indicate 
that the electronic key battery may be 
depleted. Replace the battery when nec-
essary.
• The smart access system with push-but-
ton start or the wireless remote control 
does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
•The LED indicator  on the key surface 
does not turn on.●
To avoid serious deterioration, do not 
leave the electronic ke y within 3 ft. (1 m) 
of the following electr ical appliances that 
produce a magnetic field:
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and 
battery chargers
• Recharging cellular  phones or cordless 
phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers ■
Replacing the battery
 P.399■
Confirmation of the number of regis-
tered keys
The number of keys already registered to 
the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask your 
Lexus dealer for details.
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If “A New Key has been Registered 
Contact Your Dealer for Details” is 
shown on the multi-information display
This message will be displayed each time 
the driver’s door is opened when the doors 
are unlocked from the outside for approxi-
mately 10 days after a new electronic key 
has been registered.
If this message is disp layed but you have not 
had a new electronic key registered, ask 
your Lexus dealer to check if an unknown 
electronic key (other than those in your 
possession) has been registered. NOTICE■
To prevent key damage ●
Do not drop the keys, subject them to 
strong shocks or bend them. ●
Do not expose the keys to high tem-
peratures for a long period of time. ●
Do not get the keys wet or wash them 
in an ultrasonic washer etc. ●
Do not attach metallic or magnetic 
materials to the keys or place the keys 
close to such materials. ●
Do not disassemble the keys. ●
Do not attach a sticker or anything else 
to the surface of the electronic key. ●
Do not place the keys near objects that 
produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, 
audio systems and induction cookers, 
or medical electrical equipment, such 
as low-frequency therapy equipment. ■
Carrying the electronic key on your 
person
Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) 
or more away from electric appliances 
that are turned on. Radio waves emitted 
from electric applianc es within 3.9 in. (10 
cm) of the electronic key may interfere 
with the key, causing the key to not func-
tion properly.
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In case of a smart access system with 
push-button start malfunction or 
other key-rela ted problems
 P.433
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When an electronic key is lost
 P.432
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Handling the card key (if equipped)
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Do not apply excess force when insert-
ing the mechanical key into the card 
key. Doing so may damage the card 
key. 

1133-2. Opening, closing and  locking the doors and trunk
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Before driving take some time to unlock the doors.
• The electronic key has been left in an 
area of approximately  6 ft. (2 m) of the 
outside of the vehicle for 10 minutes or 
longer.
• The smart access system with push-but-
ton start has not been used for 5 days or 
longer.●
If the smart access system with push-but-
ton start has not been  used for 14 days or 
longer, the doors cannot be unlocked at 
any doors except the driver’s door. In this 
case, take hold of the driver’s door han-
dle, or use the wireless remote control or 
the mechanical key, to unlock the doors.■
Turning an electronic key to bat-
tery-saving mode
When battery-saving mode is set, battery 
depletion is minimized by stopping the elec-
tronic key from re ceiving radio waves.
Press   twice while pressing and holding 
. Confirm that the electronic key indica-
tor flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the 
smart access system with push-button start 
cannot be used. To cancel the function, 
press any of the electronic key buttons.
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Conditions affe cting operation
The smart access system with push-button 
start uses weak radio waves. In the following 
situations, the communication between the 
electronic key and the vehicle may be 
affected, preventing  the smart access sys-
tem with push-button start, wireless remote 
control and engine immobilizer system 
from operating properly. (Ways of coping: 
 P.433)
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When the electronic key battery is 
depleted
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Near a TV tower, electric power plant,  gas station, radio stat ion, large display, 
airport or other fac ility that generates 
strong radio waves or electrical noise ●
When carrying a portable radio, cellular 
phone, cordless phone or other wireless 
communication device ●
When the electronic key is in contact 
with, or is covered by the following metal-
lic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil 
inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs ●
When other wireless keys (that emit radio 
waves) are being used nearby ●
When carrying the electronic key 
together with the following devices that 
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a 
wireless key that  emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital 
assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems ●
If window tint with  a metallic content or 
metallic objects are attached to the rear 
window ●
When the electronic key is placed near a 
battery charger or electronic devices ●
When the vehicle is parked in a pay park-
ing spot where radio waves are emitted. ■
Note for the entry function ●
Even when the electronic key is within the 
effective range (detection areas), the sys-
tem may not operate properly in the fol-
lowing cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the win-
dow or outside door handle, near the 
ground, or in a high place when the doors 
are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is near the ground or 
in a high place, or too close to the center 
of the rear bumper when the trunk is 
opened.
• The electronic key is on the instrument 
panel, rear package tray or floor, or in the 
door pockets or glove box when the