2019 LEXUS LS500 suspension

4097-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises 7-2.Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be
towed If towing is ne cessary, we recom-
mend having your vehicle towed by
your Lexus dealer or commercial
towing service, using a wheel-lift
type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all
towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws. WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury. ■
When towing the vehicle 
2WD models
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the driv etrain and related
parts may be damaged or an accident
may occur due to a change in direction
of the vehicle. 
AWD models
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the driv etrain or related
parts may be damaged, the vehicle may
fly off the truck.
■
While towing ●
When towing using cables or chains,
avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets,
cables or chains. The towing eyelets,
cables or chains may become dam-
aged, broken debris may hit people,
and cause serious damage.
●
Make sure to disable all functions of
the vehicle height control of the elec-
tronically modulated air suspension.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change and part of your body may be
caught under the vehicle, possibly
causing injury. (  P.293)
●
Do not turn the engine switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the
rear wheels will be locked by the park-
ing lock.
Also, there is a possibility that the
steering wheel is locked and cannot be
operated.

410 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 In the following situations, it is not pos-
sible to be towed by another vehicle
using cables or chains, as the rear
wheels may be locked due to the park-
ing lock. Contact your Lexus dealer or
commercial towing service.
 There is a malfunction in the shift control system. (  P.167, 425)
 There is a malfunction in the engine
immobilizer system. (  P.63)
 There is a malfunction in the smart
access system with push-button
start. (  P.433)
 The battery is discharged.
(  P.435)
The following may indicate a problem
with your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing
service before towing.
 The engine is running but the vehi-
cle does not move.
 The vehicle makes an abnormal
sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.WARNING■
Installing towing eyelets to the vehi-
cle
Make sure that towing eyelets are
installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets
may come loose during towing.
NOTICE■
To prevent damage to the vehicle
when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck●
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is off. The
steering lock mechanism is not strong
enough to hold the front wheels
straight.●
When raising the vehicle, ensure ade-
quate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle.
Without adequate clearance, the vehi-
cle could be damaged while being
towed.■
To prevent damage to the vehicle
when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either
from the front or rear.
■
To prevent damage to the vehicle
during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the
suspension components.
Situations when it is not possible
to be towed by another vehicle Situations when it is necessary to
contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

4117-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises 
From the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels. 
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
If your vehicle is transported by a flat-
bed truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration. If you use chains or cables to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in
black must be 45°.
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or
the vehicle may be damaged.
Make sure to disable all functions of
the vehicle height control of the elec-
tronically modulated air suspension.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change and the vehicle may be dam-
aged. (  P.293)
If a tow truck is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using cables or chains
secured to the emergency towing eye-
lets. This should only be attempted on
hard surfaced roads for short distances
at under 18 mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s Towing with a wheel-lift type
truck
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing

446 8-1. Specifications
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 8-1.Specifications
*1
: Unladen vehicles *2
: Without electronically modulated air suspension *3
: With electronically mo dulated air suspension*4
:Except F SPORT models *5
:F SPORT models
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identifica-
tion number for your Lexus. It is used in
registering the ownership of your vehi-
cle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight Overall length 206.1 in. (5235 mm)
Overall width 74.8 in. (1900 mm)
Overall height *1
2WD models 57.5 in. (1460 mm) *2
57.1 in. (1450 mm) *3
AWD models 57.9 in. (1470 mm) *2
57.5 in. (1460 mm) *3
Wheelbase 123.0 in. (3125 mm)
Tread *1
Front 2WD models 64.2 in. (1630 mm)
AWD models 64.2 in. (1630 mm) *2
64.4 in. (1635 mm) *3
Rear 64.4 in. (1635 mm) *4
63.6 in. (1615 mm) *5
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 870 lb. (395 kg)
Vehicle identification

4778-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications ■
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) *
(  P.270)*
:If equipped ■
Driving mode select switch (  P.289)*
:If equipped ■
Electronically modulated air suspension *
(  P.291)
*
:If equipped
■
Automatic air conditioning system (  P.313)Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) function On Off — O — —
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Powertrain control in custom
mode *
Normal Power
O — — —
Eco
Chassis control in custom
mode *
Normal Sport
O — — —
Comfort
Air conditioning operation in
custom mode *
Normal Eco O — — —
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Vehicle height control On Off — O — —
Ingress/egress height control
function On Off — O — —
Vehicle height when parked Normal High — O — —
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
A/C auto switch operation On Off O — — O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity Standard -3 to 3 O — — O A B C D
A B C D
A B C D
A B C D

4971-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 497Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index A
A/C
Air conditioning filter ...............................398
Front automatic air conditioning system
...........................................................................313
Micro dust and pollen filter.....................319
Rear automatic air conditioning system
......................................................................... 323
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 294
Warning light ................................................. 417
Active stabilizer suspension system .... 295
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .. 181
Adaptive Variable Suspension System295
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .. 181
Air conditioning filter ................................. 398
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ...............................398
Front automatic air conditioning system
...........................................................................313
Micro dust and pollen filter.....................319
Rear automatic air conditioning system
......................................................................... 323
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions..................... 31
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 34
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-
tions ...................................................................32
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 34
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 40
General airbag precautions ................... 34
Locations of airbags.................................... 29
Modification and disposal of airbags ..37
Side airbag operating conditions ..........32
Side airbag precautions ............................ 34
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions.......................................................32
Side and curtain shield airbags precau-
tions .................................................................. 34
SRS airbags ..................................................... 29 SRS warning light........................................ 416
Alarm ................................................................... 65
Warning buzzer .......................................... 415
Anchor brackets ..................................... 46, 55
Antennas (smart acc ess system with
push-button start)..........................................111
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 294
Warning light .................................................417
Approach warning...................................... 243
Armrest............................................................ 344
Assist grips ..................................................... 344
Audio system-linked display ...................... 85
Automatic headlight leveling system ... 180
Automatic High Beam ................................182
Automatic light control system................ 179
Automatic transmission .............................. 167
M mode ............................................................ 172
Paddle shift switches ...... .......... ..........171, 172
Snow mode...................................................... 171
Auxiliary boxes ................................... 339, 341
Average fuel economy................................. 82
Average vehicle speed ................................ 82
B
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 404
Battery
Battery checking ....................................... 380
If the battery is discharged ....................435
Preparing and checking before winter
......................................................................... 300
Warning light ................................................ 416
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 250
Boost gauge...................................................... 83
Brake
Brake hold ....................................................... 177
Fluid........................................................ 379, 451
Parking brake ................................................174
Warning light ................................................ 415
Brake assist .................................................... 294
Break-in tips.................................................... 155

4991-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 499Alphabetical Index
Display
Center Display............................................306
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range ...................................... 237
Head-up display ........................................... 87
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 257
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...................... 231
Multi-information display ..........................80
Parking Support Brake function (rear
pedestrians) ..............................................286
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ........ 267
RCTA .............................................................. 263
Warning message..................................... 425
Distance until next engine oil
change ......................................................74, 79
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 365
Door courtesy lights .....................................331
Door lock
Doors................................................................ 100
Smart access system with push-button
start ..................................................................... 111
Wireless remote control........................... 98
Doors
Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ........................................................... 104
Door closer ................................................... 103
Door glasses .................................................. 142
Door lock........................................................ 100
Open door warning bu zzer ........ 101, 103
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 140
Rear door child-protectors ................... 103
Drive distance .................................................. 82
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 .............................. 82
Driver’s seat position memory
Driving position memory........................ 130
Memory recall function ............................133
Power easy access system .................... 130
Drive-start control ....................................... 155
Driving
Break-in tips .................................................. 155
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving mode select switch ..................289 Procedures .................................................... 154
Winter drive tips ........................................ 300
Driving information disp lay ........................ 82
Driving position memory........................... 130
Memory recall function............................ 133
Power easy access system .................... 130
Driving range ................................................... 82
Driving support system information display
............................................................................. 85
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) .............. 295
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range ............................. 237, 247
Warning message .....................................245
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) .............. 295
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys-
tem) ................................................................ 294
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 83, 91
Eco Driving Indicator Light ........................ 83
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................7
Elapsed time ..................................................... 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) .............. 295
Warning light ................................................ 418
Electronic key .................................................. 96
Battery-saving function.............................. 112
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .......................................................433
Replacing the battery .............................. 399
Electronic roof sunshade
Jam protection function ........................... 149
Operation ........................................................147
Electronically Controlled Brake System
(ECB) ............................................................ 294
Electronically modulated air suspension
............................................................................291
Emergency flashers .................................... 406
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds.................... 415
If a warning light turns on........................ 415
If a warning message is displayed .....425
If the battery is discharged ....................435

5011-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 501Alphabetical Index
Front side marker light
Light switch ..................................................... 179
Replacing light bulbs................................404
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs................................404
Turn signal lever ........................................... 173
Fuel
Capacity ......................................................... 447
Fuel gauge ............................................... 73, 76
Fuel pump shut off system ...................... 414
Information ....................................................455
Refueling ......................................................... 189
Type.................................................................. 447
Warning light ................................................ 418
Fuel consumption
Average fuel economy .............................. 82
Current fuel consumption........................ 82
Fuel filler door
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened
......................................................................... 432
Refueling ......................................................... 189
Fuel gauge ..................................................73, 76
Fuel pump shut off system..........................414
Fuses .................................................................. 401
G
Garage door opener ................................. 350
Gauges ........................................................73, 76
Gear Position................................................... 84
G-force............................................................... 84
Glove box ....................................................... 336
Glove box light ............................................. 337
H
Hands Free Power Trunk Lid ...................107
Head restraints ...............................................135
Headlights
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)
............................................................................ 181
Automatic High Beam system..............182
Light switch ..................................................... 179 Replacing light bulbs ............................... 404
Head-up display.............................................. 87
Driving information display area ........... 87
Driving support system display area ..90
Eco Driving Indicator....................................91
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............89
Navigation system-linked display ........ 87
Pop-up display ...............................................90
Settings...............................................................89
Heated steering wheel .............................. 326
Heaters
Front automatic air conditioning system
........................................................................... 313
Heated steering wheel ............................326
Outside rear view mirrors.......................314
Rear automatic air conditioning system
.......................................................................... 323
Seat heaters ..................................................326
Height control
Electronically modulated air suspension
.......................................................................... 292
Hill-start assist control ............................... 295
Hood
Open..................................................................371
Pop Up Hood.................................................38
Hooks
Coat hooks ................................................... 344
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..................... 22
Horn ................................................................... 138
HUD (Head-up display) switch ................ 89
I
I/M test ............................................................ 368
Identification
Engine.............................................................. 447
Vehicle ............................................................446
Ignition switch (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
Indicators ........................................................... 70