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2404-6. Driving tips
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the 
torque corresponding to the accelera-
tor pedal depression amount can be 
generated more smoothly than it is in 
normal conditions. In addition, the 
operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving the fuel economy. 
( P.216)
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by 
keeping the indicate of Hybrid System 
Indicator within Eco area. ( P.78)
Shift the shift position to D when 
stopped at a traffic light, or driving in 
heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift position 
to P when parking. When using the N 
position, there is no positive effect on 
fuel consumption. In the N position, the 
gasoline engine operates but electric-
ity cannot be generated. Also, when 
using the air conditio ning system, etc., 
the hybrid battery (traction battery) 
power is consumed. 
Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid 
abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion. Gradual acceleration and 
deceleration will make more effec-
tive use of the electric motor (trac-
tion motor) without having to use 
gasoline engine power.
 Avoid repeated acceleration. 
Repeated acceleration consumes 
hybrid battery (traction battery) 
power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be 
restored by driving with the acceler-
ator pedal slightly released.
Make sure to operate the brakes gently 
and in a timely manner. A greater 
amount of electrical energy can be 
regenerated when slowing down.
Repeated acceleration and decelera-
tion, as well as long waits at traffic 
lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. 
Check traffic reports before leaving 
and avoid delays as much as possible. 
When driving in a traffic jam, gently 
release the brake pedal to allow the 
vehicle to move forward slightly while 
avoiding overuse of the accelerator 
pedal. Doing so can help control 
excessive gasoline consumption.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips 
(LC500h)
For economical and ecological 
driving, pay attention to the follow-
ing points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Changing the shift position
Accelerator pedal/brake pedal 
operation
When braking
Delays 
     
        
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3166-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
avoid scratching the wheel surface.
1Remove any dirt or foreign matter 
from the wheel contact surface.
If foreign matter is on the wheel contact 
surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while 
the vehicle is in motion, causing the tire to 
come off.
2Install the tire and loosely tighten 
each wheel nut by hand by approxi-
mately the same amount.
Turn the wheel nuts until the washers come 
into contact with the disc wheel.
Disc wheel
Washer
3 Lower the vehicle.
4 Firmly tighten each wheel nut two 
or three times in the order shown in 
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
103.3 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m)
5Stow all the tools.
WARNING
■Replacing a tire
Do not touch the disc wheels or the area 
around the brakes immediately after the 
vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc 
wheels and the area around the brakes 
will be extremely hot. Touching these 
areas with hands, feet or other body 
parts while changing a tire, etc. may 
result in burns.
Installing the tire
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3176-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
The recommended cold tire inflation 
pressure and tire size are displayed on 
the tire and loading information label. 
(P.383)
Tire valve
WARNING
■When installing the tire
Failure to follow these precautions could 
cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the 
tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious 
injury.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel 
bolts or wheel nuts. 
Oil and grease may cause the wheel 
nuts to be excessively tightened, lead-
ing to bolt or disc wheel damage. In 
addition, the oil or grease can cause 
the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel 
may fall off, causing a serious accident. 
Remove any oil or grease from the 
wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
●Have the wheel nuts tightened with a 
torque wrench to 103.3 ft•lbf (140 
N•m, 14.3 kgf•m) soon as possible 
after changing wheels.
●Do not attach a heavily damaged 
wheel ornament, as it may fly off the 
wheel while the vehicle is moving.
●When installing a tire, only use wheel 
nuts that have been specifically 
designed for that wheel.
●If there are any cracks or deformations 
in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt 
holes of the wheel, have the vehicle 
inspected by your  Lexus dealer.
■After using the tools
Before driving, make sure all the tools are 
stored securely in place. Failure to do so 
may cause injury in case of a collision or 
sudden braking.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing tires, wheels, 
tire pressure warning valves, trans-
mitters and tire valve caps
 P.310
Tire inflation pressure
Checking the specified tire infla-
tion pressure
Inspection and adjustment pro-
cedure
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![lexus LC500 2020  Owners Manual / LEXUS 2020 LC500,LC500H OWNERS MANUAL (OM11537U) 3788-1. Specifications
LC500
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence
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3788-1. Specifications
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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3838-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system warning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If 
the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to P.343.)
20-inch tires
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire sizeFront tires: 245/45RF20 99Y
Rear tires: 275/40RF20 102Y
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Driving under normal conditions:
Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 137 mph 
[220 km/h]) (in countries where such 
speeds are permitted by law):
Add 10 psi (70 kPa, 0.7 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to 
the front tires and rear tires. Never exceed 
the maximum cold tire inflation pressure 
indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel sizeFront wheels: 20   8 1/2J
Rear wheels: 20   9 1/2J
Wheel nut torque103.3 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m) 
     
        
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3848-1. Specifications
21-inch tires
Tire sizeFront tires: 245/40RF21 96Y
Rear tires: 275/35RF21 99Y
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Driving under normal conditions:
Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 137 mph 
[220 km/h]) (in countries where such 
speeds are permitted by law):
Add 10 psi (70 kPa, 0.7 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to 
the front tires and rear tires. Never exceed 
the maximum cold tire inflation pressure 
indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel sizeFront wheels: 21   8 1/2J
Rear wheels: 21   9 1/2J
Wheel nut torque103.3 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m)
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WType
Vanity lights2Double end 
bulbs