3956-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 6
Maintenance and care The recommended cold tire inflation
pressure and tire size are displayed on
the tire and loading information label.
( P.452)
Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge 1 Remove the tire valve cap.
2 Press the tip of the tire pressure
gauge onto the tire valve.
3 Read the pressure using the gauge
gradations.
4 If the tire inflation pressure is not at
the recommended level, adjust the
pressure.
If you add too much air, press the
center of the valve to deflate.
5 After completing the tire inflation
pressure measurement and adjust-
ment, apply soapy water to the
valve and check for leakage.
6 Put the tire valve cap back on. ■
Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure
every two weeks, or at least once a month.
Do not forget to check the spare. ■
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure
Driving with incorrect ti re inflation pressure
may result in the following: ●
Reduced fuel economy ●
Reduced driving comfort and poor han-
dling ●
Reduced tire life due to wear ●
Reduced safety ●
Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it
checked by your Lexus dealer.
■
Instructions for checking tire inflation
pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure,
observe the following:
●
Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at
least 3 hours or has not been driven for
more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an
accurate cold tire inflation pressure read-Tire inflation pressure
Checking the specified tire infla-
tion pressure
Inspection and adjustment pro-
cedure
A
B
424 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 WARNING●
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak-
ing.
If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering
wheel or the brakes.■
If a blowout or sudden air leakage
should occur
The tire pressure warning system may
not activate immediately. ■
Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if pro-
vided), should be checked monthly when
cold and inflated to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufac-
turer on the vehicle placard or tire infla-
tion pressure label (tire and load
information label). (I f your vehicle has
tires of a different size than the size indi-
cated on the vehicle placard or tire infla-
tion pressure label [tire and load
information label], yo u should determine
the proper tire infl ation pressure for
those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle
has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure
warning system) that illuminates a low
tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warn-
ing light) when one or more of your tires
is significantly under-inflated. Accord-
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale
(tire pressure warnin g light) illuminates,
you should stop and check your tires as
soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a signifi-
cantly under-inflated tire causes the tire
to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi-
ciency and tire tread life, and may affect
the vehicle’s handling and stopping abil-
ity. Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure
warning system) is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct
tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumina-
tion of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale
(tire pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with
a TPMS (tire pressure warning system)
malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly. The
TPMS (tire pressure warning system)
malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale (tire pres-
sure warning light) . When the system
detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and
then remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon subse-
quent vehicle start-ups as long as the
malfunction exists. When the malfunction
indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system)
malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of
replacement or alternate tires or wheels
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
(tire pressure warning system) from func-
tioning properly. Always check the
TPMS (tire pressure warning system)
malfunction telltale after replacing one
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alternate
tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire
pressure warning system) to continue to
function properly.
NOTICE
■
To ensure the tire pressure warning
system operates properly
Do not install tires with different specifi-
cations or makers, as the tire pressure
warning system may not operate prop-
erly.
430 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again fol-
lowing correct starting procedures.
( P.164)
There may be a malfunction in the
engine immobilizer system.
( P.63)
There may be a malfunction in the
shift control system. *
( P.167, 428) *
: It may not be possible to shift the shift
position from P.
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The battery may be discharged. NOTICE■
When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pr essure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly. ■
When driving over bumps
If a vehicle has a flat tire, the vehicle
height will be lower than usual. Ensure
that nothing strikes the bottom of the
vehicle. ■
To avoid damage to the tire pressure
warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid seal-
ants, the tire pressu re warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a
liquid sealant is used , contact your Lexus
dealer or other qualified service shop as
soon as possible. Make sure to replace
the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter when replacing the tire. ( P.387) If the engine will not start If the engine will not start even
though correct starting procedures
are being followed ( P.164), con-
sider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even
though the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
The starter motor turns over
slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn
does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
500 Alphabetical Index
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 If the electronic key does not operate
properly....................................................... 433
If the engine will not start .......................430
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened
......................................................................... 432
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water
......................................................................... 407
If you have a flat tire .................................. 429
If you lose your keys................................. 432
If you think something is wrong ........... 413
If your vehicle becomes stuck............. 443
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................406
If your vehicle needs to be towed .....409
If your vehicle overheats ........................440
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ...............................166
Compartment ............................................. 373
Engine compartment cover ................. 374
Engine switch.................................................164
Fuel pump shut off system ...................... 414
Hood.................................................................. 371
How to start the engine............................164
Identification number ............................... 447
If the engine will not start .......................430
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................406
Ignition switch (engine switch) .............164
Overheating.................................................440
Tachometer ............................................. 73, 76
Engine compartment cover .................... 374
Engine coolant
Capacity ......................................................... 449
Checking ........................................................377
Preparing and checking before winter
........................................................................ 300
Engine coolant temperature gauge 73, 76
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 63
Engine oil
Capacity .........................................................448
Checking ....................................................... 375 Preparing and checking before winter
......................................................................... 300
Warning light ................................................ 416
Engine oil maintenance data ...................377
Engine switch ..................................................164
Auto power off function........................... 166
Changing the engine switch modes . 166
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 406
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 295
Warning light ................................................ 418
Event data recorder (E DR) ............................7 F
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert) ......... 222
First-aid kit storage belt ..............................341
Flat tire
Tire pressure warning system ............ 384
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid
Automatic transmission ......................... 450
Brake ................................................................. 451
Washer ........................................................... 379
Footwell light ...................................................331
Front automatic air conditioning system
............................................................................313
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) ......... 222
Front passenger occupant classification
system .............................................................. 40
Front seats
Adjustment ....................................................... 119
Cleaning .......................................................... 361
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ........................ 130
Head restraints............................................. 135
Memory recall function............................ 133
Power easy access system .................... 130
Refresh system ..............................................124
Seat heaters ..................................................326
Seat position memory .............................. 130
Seat ventilators ............................................326
5091-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 509Alphabetical Index
Charging system .........................................416
Downshifting ........................................ 172, 173
Drive-Start Control .................................... 417
Electric power steering ........................... 418
Engine ...............................................................416
High coolant temperature ......................415
Intuitive parking assist.................. 263, 420
Low engine oil pressure...........................416
LTA (Lane Tracing Assi st)..........225, 419
Open door............................................ 101, 103
Open window ............................................... 143
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ........... 256
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ........... 421
Pop Up Hood ............................................... 417
Pre-collision braking......................204, 216
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ........ 420
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ...... 420
Seat belt ................................................. 418, 419
Warning lights.................................................415
ABS .................................................................... 417
Brake hold operated indicator ........... 422
Brake Override System ........................... 417
Brake system .................................................415
Charging system .........................................416
Drive-Start Control .................................... 417
Electric power steering ........................... 418
High coolant temperature ......................415
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator
......................................................................... 420
Low engine oil pressure...........................416
Low fuel level ................................................ 418
LTA indicator .................................................419
Malfunction indicator lamp.....................416
Master warning light ................................ 422
Parking brake indicator .......................... 422
PKSB OFF indicator .................................. 421
Pop Up Hood ............................................... 417
Pre-collision system ................................... 421
RCD OFF indicator ................................. 420
RCTA OFF indicator............................... 420
Seat belt reminder light ................. 418, 419
Slip indicator .................................................. 421 SRS ..................................................................... 416
Tire pressure ................................................. 419
Warning messages ..................................... 425
Warning reflector storage belt................341
Washer
Adding............................................................. 379
Preparing and checking before winter
......................................................................... 300
Switch................................................................ 184
Washing and waxing..................................358
Weight
Cargo capacity .............................................162
Load limits .......................................................162
Weight.............................................................446
Wheels
Replacing wheels ........................................ 391
Size ....................................................................452
Window lock switch .....................................144
Windows
Power windows ............................................142
Rear window defogger.............................314
Washer ............................................................ 184
Windshield wiper de-icer ..........................319
Windshield wipers
Position............................................................. 187
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .......... 184
Winter driving tips.......................................300
Wireless remote control
Battery-Saving Function............................ 112
Locking/Unlocking .....................................98
Replacing the battery .............................. 399
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For information regarding the
equipment listed below, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
· Navigation system
· Audio/visual system
512
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever ( P.371)
Trunk opener ( P.106)
Fuel filler door opener ( P.190)
Fuel filler door ( P.190)
Hood lock release lever ( P.371)
Tire inflation pressure ( P.452)Fuel tank capacity (Ref-
erence) 21.7 gal. (82.0 L, 18.0 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P.447
P.455
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure P.452
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill ref-
erence) P.448
Engine oil type P.448A
B
C
D
E
F