2020 Lexus LC500 occupant classification

381-1. For safe use
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
SRS warning light
For the U.S.A. “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light
For Canada“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light
Front passenger occupant classification system
Your vehicle is equipped with a front pa ssenger occupant classification system.
This system detects the conditions of th e front passenger seat and activates or
deactivates the front passenger airbag , and front passenger knee airbag.
System components
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WARNING
■Front passenger occupant classifica-
tion system precautions
Observe the following precautions
regarding the front passenger occupant
classification system.
Failure to do so may cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Wear the seat belt properly.
●Make sure the front passenger’s seat
belt plate has not been left inserted
into the buckle before someone sits in
the front passenger seat.

401-1. For safe use
■Adult*1
■Child*4
■Child restraint system with infant*5
Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification
system
Indicator/warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights“AIR BAG ON”
SRS warning lightOff
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder lightOff*2 or flashing*3
DevicesFront passenger airbagActivatedFront passenger knee airbag
Indicator/warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights“AIR BAG OFF” or
“AIR BAG ON”
*4
SRS warning lightOff
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder lightOff*2 or flashing*3
DevicesFront passenger airbagDeactivated or acti-
vated
*4Front passenger knee airbag
Indicator/warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights“AIR BAG OFF”*6
SRS warning lightOff
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder lightOff*2 or flashing*3
DevicesFront passenger airbagDeactivatedFront passenger knee airbag

3407-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Malfunction indicator lamp (warning buzzer)
■SRS warning light
■ABS warning light (warning buzzer)
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The electronic engine control system;
 The hybrid system (LC500h);
 The electronic throttle control system;
 The electronic automatic transmission control system (LC500); or
 The electronic hybrid transmission control system (LC500h)
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The SRS airbag system;
 The front passenger occupant classification system; or
 The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(red)
or
(yellow)Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

3457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Hybrid system overheat warning light (warning buzzer)* (LC500h)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side
impact sensors (door), side impa ct sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat
position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passeng er occupant classification sys-
tem (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicat or light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light,
front passenger’s seat be lt buckle switch, seat belt preten sioners, airbags, interconnecting
wiring and power sources. ( P.29)
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor may
cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not
sitting in the seat.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off af ter several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily drops, the
electric power steering syst em warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may
sound.
■Tire pressure warning light
When a malfunction occurs in the tire pressure warning system, the tire pressure warning
light blinks to warn the driver . However, if the warning light blinks for 1 minute, and then
remains illuminated, making it difficult to determine whether the warning light is blinking,
turn the engine switch from off to IGNITION ON mode and
check if the warning light blinks.
■When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire pres-
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
This light may be displayed when dr iving under severe operating condi-
tions. (For example, when driving up a long steep hill.)
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method. ( P.371)

4139-1. For owners
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For owners
• Peuvent aider à protéger principalement la tête des occupants
• Peuvent aider à empêcher les occupants d’être éjectés du véhicule en cas de tonneaux
■Composants du système de coussins gonflables SRS
Système de classification de l’occupant du siège du passager avant (ECU et
capteurs)
Capteurs d’impact latéral (portière)
Coussins gonflables de protection des genoux
Coussin gonflable du passager avant
Coussins gonflables en rideau
Voyants “AIR BAG ON” et “AIR BAG OFF”
Limiteurs de force et dispositifs de tension des ceintures de sécurit\
é
Capteurs d’impact latéral (avant)
Coussins gonflables latéraux avant
Lampe témoin SRS
Coussin gonflable du conducteur
Capteurs d’impact latéral (arrière)
Capteur de position du siège du conducteur
Contacteur de boucle de ceintu re de sécurité du conducteur
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424Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
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A/C ................................................................... 252Air conditioning filter ............................... 320
Automatic air conditioning system ... 252
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 257
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 235 Function .......................................................... 235
Warning light ...............................................340
Active rear wing........................................... 232
Adaptive Variable Suspension System235
Airbags ............................................................... 28 Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions .................................................................. 30
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 33
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 38
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 30
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions...................................................... 30
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ......................................340
Air conditioning filter ................................. 320
Air conditioning system ............................ 252 Air conditioning filter ............................... 320
Automatic air conditioning system ... 252
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 257
Alarm ................................................................... 70 Alarm .................................................................. 70
Warning buzzer ......................................... 339
Anchor brackets ..................................... 44, 52
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................... 115 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 235
Function ..........................................................235
Warning light .............................................. 340
Approach warning........................................ 212
Automatic headlight leveling system .... 176
Automatic High Beam ................................178
Automatic light control system................ 175
Automatic transmission .............................. 157 M mode ............................................................162
Paddle shift switches ......................... 161, 162
Snow mode...................................................... 161
Auxiliary net................................................... 264
Average fuel economy................................. 86
Average vehicle speed ................................ 86
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Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................328
Battery (12-volt battery) ........................... 303 Battery checking ....................................... 303
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..... 361
Preparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 242
Replacing ...................................................... 365
Warning light ...............................................339
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 63
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 223 Blind Spot Monitor function ................. 227
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ....... 229
Brake Brake hold .......................................................173
Fluid...................................................................382
Parking brake ............................................... 170
Regenerative braking ...................................61
Warning light .................................. 339, 343
Warning message .....................................349
Brake assist .................................................... 235
Break-in tips.....................................................139
Brightness control Instrument panel light control.................83
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 223 Blind Spot Monitor function ................. 227

Alphabetical index425
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function....... 229
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Care ........................................................ 278, 281Aluminum wheels ...................................... 279
Exterior ........................................................... 278
Interior ...............................................................281
Seat belts..........................................................281
Cargo capacity...............................................146
Cargo hooks ................................................. 266
Center Display ............................................. 246
Chains .............................................................. 243
Child restraint system................................... 43 Fixed with a LATCH system ..................50
Fixed with a seat belt....................................47
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 38
Points to remember .................................... 43
Riding with children ..................................... 43
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 44
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 52
Child safety ....................................................... 43 12-volt battery precautions .......304, 367
Airbag precautions...................................... 33
Child restraint system................................. 44
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................ 259
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Power window lock switch.....................135
Power window precautions ...................135
Removed electronic key battery precau- tions ............................................................... 323
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 43
Trunk precautions .........................................112
Cleaning................................................ 278, 281 Aluminum wheels ...................................... 279
Exterior ........................................................... 278
Interior ...............................................................281
Radar sensor..................................... 189, 225 Seat belts ......................................................... 281
Clock ................................................................ 268
Coat hooks..................................................... 269
Condenser ...................................................... 301
Console box .................................................. 265
Console box light ........................................ 265
Cooling system.............................................300 Engine overheating...................... 368, 370
Hybrid system overheating ....................371
Cornering lights ............................................. 177
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................. 206
Cup holder ..................................................... 265
Current fuel consumption .......................... 86
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features .............................. 395
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Daytime running light system ................... 175
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.....................253
Rear window ................................................253
Windshield ....................................................253
Differential ...................................................... 382
Dimension ...................................................... 376
Dinghy towing................................................. 147
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).................... 223
Drive information ..........................................86
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................. 206
Energy monitor .............................................. 96
Head-up display..............................................91
Intuitive parking assist ................................ 217
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .................202
Multi-information display ..........................84
Warning message .................................... 348
Distance ............................................................. 86
Do-it-yourself maintenance ....................288
Door courtesy lights ................................... 262
Door lock

Alphabetical index427
If the hybrid system will not start ........356
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................330
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............ 148
Ignition switch (power switch) ............... 151
Overheating.................................... 368, 370
Power switch .................................................. 151
Engine coolant..............................................300 Capacity ........................................................ 380
Checking ...................................................... 300
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 242
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 80
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 68
Engine oil ........................................................ 297 Capacity ......................................................... 378
Checking ....................................................... 297
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 242
Warning light ............................................... 339
Warning message.......................................351
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 299
Engine oil temperature gauge .................. 80
Engine switch (power switch) ......... 148, 151 Auto power off function ..................151, 154
Changing the engine switch (power switch) modes.................................150, 154
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................330
Starting the engine (hybrid system).................................148, 151
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 235 Function .......................................................... 235
Warning light ...............................................340
EV drive mode............................................... 155
Event data recorder (EDR) ........................... 8
EV indicator ........................................................ 61
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First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 266
Flat tire ............................................................. 354 Tire pressure warning system ............. 307 Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid
Automatic transmission ........................... 381
Brake ................................................................382
Hybrid transmission................................... 381
Washer ...........................................................302
Footwell light ................................................. 262
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 38
Front seats ........................................................ 122 Adjustment ...................................................... 122
Cleaning .......................................................... 281
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory .........................124
Head restraints.............................................. 127
Jam protection function ............................123
Memory recall function............................ 125
Seat heaters ..................................................259
Seat position memory ...............................124
Seat ventilators ............................................259
Front side marker light ................................ 175 Light switch .....................................................175
Replacing light bulbs ................................328
Front turn signal lights .................................169 Replacing light bulbs ................................328
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169
Fuel ..................................................................... 184 Capacity ......................................................... 377
Fuel gauge ....................................................... 80
Fuel pump shut off system.................... 338
Information ................................................... 385
Refueling.......................................................... 184
Type .................................................................. 377
Warning light ...............................................343
Fuel consumption Average fuel consumpt ion after refueling
.............................................................................86
Average fuel economy ..............................86
Current fuel consumption ........................86
Fuel filler door ................................................ 184 If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 358