2019 LEXUS LX570 light

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Driving NOTICE ■
To prevent battery discharge ●
Do not leave the engine switch in AC CESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long
periods of time without the engine running. ●
If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is disp layed on the multi-information display,
the engine switch is not off. When exitin g the vehicle, always check that the engine
switch is off. ●
Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If the engine is
stopped in another shift lever position, the engine switch will no t be turned off but
instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY
mode, battery discharge may occur. ■
When starting the engine ●
Do not race a cold engine. ●
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked
by your Lexus dealer immediately. ■
Symptoms indicating a malfun ction with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differen tly than usual, such as the
switch sticking slightly, ther e may be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.

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LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 4-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
Turn signal lever The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions of the driver:
Right turn
Lane change to the right (move the
lever partway and then release it) The right hand signals will flash 3 times.
Lane change to the left (move the
lever partway and then release it) The left hand signals will flash 3 times.
Left turn
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Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out.■
If the turn signals stop flashing befo re a lane change has been performed
Operate the lever again. ■
To discontinue flashing of the turn signals during a lane change
Operate the lever in the opposite direction ■
Customization
The number of times the turn signals flas h during a lane change can be changed.
(Customizable features  P. 584)Operating instructions 1
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LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 4-2. Driving procedures
Parking brake The parking brake is set or released auto matically according to shift lever opera-
tion.
Even when in automatic mode, the parkin g brake can be set and released manu-
ally. ( 
P. 225)■
Turns automatic mode on
While the vehicle is stopped, pull
and hold the parking brake switch
until a message is shown on the
multi-information display • When the shift lever is moved out of
P, the parking brake will be released,
and the parking brake indicator light
turn off.
• When the shift lever is moved into P,
the parking brake will be set, and the
parking brake indicator light turn on.
Operate the shift lever with the brake
pedal depressed.
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Turns automatic mode off
While the vehicle is stopped, press
and hold the parking brake switch
until a message is shown on the
multi-information displayA selections can be made as desired from the following modes.
Automatic mode
U.S.A. Canada

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Driving Sets the parking brake The parking brake indicator light will
come on. (  P. 225)
Pull and hold the parking brake switch if
an emergency occurs and it is necessary
to operate the parking brake while driv-
ing.
Releases the parking brake Operate the parking brake switch while
depressing the brake pedal. Make sure
that the parking brake indicator light
goes off. ■
Parking the vehicle
 P. 180 ■
Parking brake operation ●
When the engine switch is not in IGNITION ON mode, the parking brake cannot be
released using the parking brake switch. ●
When the engine switch is not in IGNITION ON mode, automatic mode (automatic
brake setting and releasing) is not available. ■
If “Parking Brake Overheated Parking Brak e Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-
information display
If the parking brake is operated repeatedly over a short period of time, the system may
restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain from operating the
parking brake. Normal operation wi ll return after about 1 minute.■
Parking brake operation sound
When the parking brake operates, a motor so und (whirring sound) may be heard. This
does not indicate a malfunction. ■
Parking brake indicator light ●
Depending on the engine switch mode, the parking brake indicator light will come on
and stay on as described below:
IGNITION ON mode: Comes on unt il the parking brake is released.
Not in IGNITION ON mode: Stays on for approximat ely 15 seconds.●
When the engine switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking brake indi-
cator light will stay on for about 15 seconds. This does not in dicate a malfunction.■
Changing the mode
When changing the automatic mode on/off , the message will be shown on the multi-
information display and the buzzer sounds. ■
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driv en with the parking brake engaged. “Release
Parking Brake” is displayed on the multi-information display.Manual mode U.S.A. Canada1
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Warning messages and buzzers
Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform
the driver of the need for caution. If a warn ing message is shown on the multi-information
display, read the message and follow the instructions.■
If the brake system warning light comes on
 P. 525 ■
Usage in winter time
 P. 388
WARNING ■
When parking the vehicle
Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone. The parking brake may be released uninten-
tionally and there is the danger of the ve hicle moving that may lead to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE ■
When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P and make
sure that the vehicle does not move. ■
When the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.■
When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake se t will lead to brake components overheat-
ing, which may affect brakin g performance and increase brake wear. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
Headlight switch Operating the switch turn s on the lights as follows:The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.
Operating instructions (U.S.A.) (Canada)
The side marker, parking,
tail, license plate, instrument
panel lights, and daytime
running lights (  P. 228)
turn on.
The headlights and all
lights listed above (except
daytime running lights)
turn on.
The headlights, daytime
running lights (  P. 228)
and all lights listed above
turn on and off automati-
cally. (When the engine
switch is in IGNITION
ON mode.)
Off
The daytime running lights
turn on. (  P. 228)1
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LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
With the headlights on, push the
lever forward to turn on the high
beams. Pull the lever back to the center position
to turn the high beams off.
Pull the lever toward you to turn on the high beams. Release the lever to turn them off. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on
or off. ■
Daytime running light system ●
The daytime running lights illuminate using th e same lights as the parking lights and illu-
minate brighter than the parking lights. ●
To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving, the daytime
running lights turn on automatically when a ll of the following conditions are met. (The
daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.)
• The engine is running
• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the (Canada only), or “AUTO”
* position
* : When the surroundings are bright
The daytime running lights remain on after th ey illuminate, even if the parking brake is
set again. ●
For the U.S.A.: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch.●
Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system offers greater
durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve fuel economy.■
Headlight control sensorTurning on the high beam headlights 1
The sensor may not function properly if an
object is placed on the sensor, or anything that
blocks the sensor is affixed to the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor detecting
the level of ambient li ght and may cause the
automatic headlight system to malfunction. 2

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Driving ■
Automatic light off system ●
When the headlights are on: The headlights an d tail lights turn off 30 seconds after a
door is opened and closed if the engine switch has been switched to ACCESSORY or
off mode. ●
When only the tail lights are on : The tail lights turn off auto matically if the engine switch
is switched to ACCESSORY or off mo de and driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, or turn the
light switch off once and then back to or position. ■
Automatic headlight leveling system
The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted accordi ng to the number of passen-
gers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the headlights do not inter-
fere with other road users. ■
Welcome lighting
If the headlight switch is turned to and the surrounding area is dark, unlocking the
doors using the smart access system with pu sh-button start or wireless remote control
will turn the parking lights and tail lights on automatically. ■
If the automatic headlight levelin g system warning light flashes
It may indicate a malfun ction in the system. Contact your Lexus dealer.■
Light reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off or turned to ACCESSORY mode
and the driver’ door is opened while the tail lights remain on.■
Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) ca n be changed.
(Customizable features:  P. 584)
NOTICE ■
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than ne cessary when the engine is not running.