
752-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle sys-
tems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch 
IGNITION ON mode 
indicate that a system check is being 
performed. They will turn off after the 
engine 
Warning lights
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.339)
(red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.339)
Charging system warning 
light
*2 (  P.339)
Low engine oil pressure 
warning light
*2 (  P.339)
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1 
(  P.340)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1 
(  P.340)
SRS warning light
*1 
(  P.340)
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light*1 
(  P.340)
(Canada)
ABS warning light*1 
(  P.340)
(red)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 ( P.340)
(yellow)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 ( P.340)
PCS warning light
*1, 3 
(  P.341)
(orange)
LKA indicator*2 ( P.341)
Slip indicator*1 ( P.341)
Brake Override System 
warning light 
(  P.342)/Drive-Start Con-
trol warning light
*2 (  P.342)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor
*1, 3 (  P.342)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator*3 
(  P.342)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator*3 
(  P.342)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.343)
Low fuel level warning light 
(  P.343)
Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt  reminder light 
(  P.343)
Rear passengers’  seat belt 
reminder lights
*4 (  P.344)
Master warning light
*1 
(  P.344)
Tire pressure warning light
*1, 3 
(  P.344)
High coolant temperature 
warning light
*2 (  P.344)
(if equipped)
Hybrid system overheat 
warning light
*2( P.345) 

802-1. Instrument cluster
LC500
LC500h
The units used on the meters may diff er depending on the target region.
Engine oil temperature gauge/Eco Driving Indicator (LC500)
Displays the engine oil temperat ure or Eco Driving Indicator (P.78)
Outside temperature
Gauges and meters
When the main meter is in the side posi tion, some of the meter displays and the 
gauge layout will be changed.
Meter display
A
B 

832-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the 
display. This phenomenon is characteristic 
of liquid crystal displays, and there is no 
problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on 
the multi-information display. ( P.395)
The odometer and trip meter displays 
can be switched. When the trip meter 
is displayed, pressing and holding the 
button will reset the trip meter. The brightness of the instrument panel 
lights can be adjusted.
1
Darker
2 Brighter
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel  brightness levels 
when the tail lights are on and off can be 
adjusted individually. However, when the 
surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.), 
turning on the tail lights will not change the 
instrument pa nel brightness.
The display can be switched between 
the center and side positions.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and 
its components
●Do not let the indicator of the tachom-
eter enter the red zone, as it rep-
resents the engine speed range which 
exceeds the maximum safe engine 
speed.
●In the following situations, the engine 
may be overheating. In this case, 
immediately stop the vehicle in a safe 
place, and check the engine after it has 
cooled completely. ( P.368, 370)
• The engine coolant temperature  gauge is in the red zone (H).
• LC500: The engine oil temperature  gauge is in the red zone (H).
Changing between the odome-
ter and trip meter
Changing the Instrument panel 
light brightness
Changing the display 

862-1. Instrument cluster
hands-free system, refer to “NAVI-
GATION SYSTEM OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.
■Content of drive information
Select to display various drive data.
Up to 2 of the following items can be 
selected.
Items displayed can be switched by 
pressing   or   of the meter con-
trol switches to select   and pressing   or  .
 Current fuel consumption
*1
Displays the current rate of fuel consump-
tion
Average fuel economy (after 
reset
*2/after start/after refuel)*1
Displays the average fuel consumption 
since the function was reset, the engine 
cle was refueled, respectively
Use the displayed average fuel consump-
tion as a reference.
Average speed (after reset*2/after 
start)
*1
Displays the average vehicle speed since 
the function was reset and the engine 
 Elapsed time (after reset*2/after 
start)
*1
Displays the elapsed time since the func-
tion was reset and th e engine 
 Distance (range/after start)*1
Displays the estimated maximum distance 
that can be driven with the quantity of fuel 
remaining and the distan ce driven after the 
engine 
respectively.
• This distance is computed based on your  average fuel consumption. As a result, 
the actual distance that can be driven 
may differ from that displayed.
• When only a small amount of fuel is  added to the tank, the display may not be 
updated. 
When refueling, turn the engine switch 
eled without turning the engine switch 
be updated.
*1: Displayed when the it em is set in “Drive 
Info 1” and “Drive Info 2”.
*2: The function can be reset by pressing  “OK” of the meter control switches for 
longer than 1 second when the item to 
reset is displayed. 
If there is more than one item that can 
be reset, the item selection screen will 
appear.
■Eco Driving Indicator/engine oil 
temperature gauge (LC500)
 P.78, 80
■Hybrid System Indicator/motor 
power display (LC500h)
 P.78
■Energy monitor (LC500h)
 P.96
■Tire pressure
 P.307
■Gear positions
Displays the current shift range or gear 
position when the shift position is in D 
Drive information 

2424-6. Driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate to 
the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Power control unit coolant (LC500h)
•Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect 
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four 
snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size 
and the same brand.
Perform the following according to the 
driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a window 
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour 
warm water over the frozen area to 
melt the ice. Wipe away the water 
immediately to prevent it from 
freezing.
 When the outside door handle is 
frozen, unlock the doors using the 
wireless remote control. If the out-
side door handles remain retracted 
and do not move even if the doors 
are unlocked using the wireless 
remote control, pour warm water 
over the frozen area to melt the ice 
and wipe away the water immedi-
ately to prevent it from freezing. The 
outside door handle may not retract 
due to ice, however, the outside 
door handle will return to the nor-
mal position after the ice melts.
 To ensure proper operation of the 
climate control system fan, remove 
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving 
the vehicle in winter. Always drive 
the vehicle in a manner appropriate 
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to 
reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of 
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air 
pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 
km/h), regardless of the type of snow 
tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some 
wheels.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains
Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may 
damage the vehicle body and suspen-
sion, and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow 
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire 
retailers. 
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires affects the operation 
of the tire pressure warning valves and 
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle 

2936-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Engine oil level 
( P.297)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor 
Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for  adding engine oil)
Fuses 
( P.323)•Fuse with same amper-
age rating as original
Headlight aim• Phillips-head screw-driver
Light bulbs 
( P.328)
Radiator and 
condenser 
( P.301)
Tire inflation 
pressure 
( P.317)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid 
( P.302)
• Water or washer fluid 
containing antifreeze 
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for  adding water or washer 
fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many 
mechanisms and fluids that may move 
suddenly, become hot, or become elec-
trically energized. To avoid death or seri-
ous injury, observe the following 
precautions.
■When working on the engine com-
partment
●LC500h: Make sure that the “IGNI-
TION ON” on the multi-information 
display and the “READY” indicator are 
both off.
●Keep hands, clothi ng and tools away 
from the moving fan and engine drive 
belt.
ItemsParts and tools●LC500: Be careful not to touch the 
engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. 
right after driving as they may be hot. 
Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
LC500h: Be careful not to touch the 
engine, power control unit, radiator, 
exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other 
fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn 
easily, such as paper and rags, in the 
engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose 
an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are 
flammable.
■When working near the electric cool-
ing fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch 
With the engine switch 
IGNITION ON mode 
electric cooling fan may automatically 
start to run if the air conditioning is on 
and/or the coolant temperature is high. 
(  P.301)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or 
falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter 
removed may cause excessive engine 
wear due to dirt in the air. 
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LC500
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence
*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the 
engine oil. Warm up  and turn off the 
engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and 
check the oil level on the dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in 
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus 
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” 
or equivalent to satisfy the following 
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade 
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for 
good fuel economy and good starting 
in cold weather.
If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 
10W-30 oil may be used. However, it 
should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 
at the next oil change.
Outside temperature
Oil viscosity (5W-30 is explained here 
as an example):
• The 5W in 5W-30 indicates the  characteristic of the oil which allows 
Electric motor (traction motor) (LC500h)
TypePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output131.9 kW
Maximum torque221.3 ft•lbf (300 N•m, 30.6 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (traction battery) (LC500h)
TypeLithium-ion battery
Voltage3.7 V/cell
Capacity3.6 Ah
Quantity84 cells
Nominal voltage310.8 V
Lubrication system
With filter9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp.qt.)
Without filter8.4 qt. (7.9 L, 7.0 Imp.qt.)
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3798-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
cold startability. Oils with a lower 
value before the W allow for easier 
starting of the engine in cold 
weather.
• The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the vis- cosity characteristic of the oil when 
the oil is at high temperature. An oil 
with a higher viscosity (one with a 
higher value) may be better suited if 
the vehicle is operated at high 
speeds, or under extreme load con-
ditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifica-
tion Advisory Committee (ILSAC) 
Certification Mark is added to some oil 
containers to help you select the oil you 
should use.
LC500h
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence
*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference  quantity to be used when changing the 
engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn 
off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 
minutes, and check the oil level on the 
dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in 
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus 
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” 
or equivalent to satisfy the following 
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade 
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for 
good fuel economy and good starting 
in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it 
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at 
the next oil change.
Outside temperature
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here 
as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the  characteristic of the oil which allows 
cold startability. Oils with a lower 
value before the W allow for easier 
starting of the engine in cold 
weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the vis- cosity characteristic of the oil when 
the oil is at high temperature. An oil 
with a higher viscosity (one with a 
With filter6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp.qt.)
Without filter5.8 qt. (5.5 L, 4.8 Imp.qt.)
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