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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
For safety 
and securityMake sure to read through them
(Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)
Vehicle status 
information and 
indicatorsReading driving-related information
(Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)
Before drivingOpening and closing the doors and windows, 
adjustment before driving
(Main topics: Keys, doors, seats)
DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
(Main topics: Starting engine 
Interior featuresUsage of the interior features
(Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)
Maintenance 
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
(Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)
When trouble 
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction and emergency
(Main topics: Battery discharge, flat tire)
Vehicle 
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features
(Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)
For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt, 
SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian 
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically 

4TABLE OF CONTENTS
6-2. MaintenanceMaintenance requirements ..... 287
General maintenance ................ 288
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) programs ............. 291
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions........................................................... 292
Hood.................................................. 294
Positioning a floor jack............... 294
Engine compartment.................. 296
12-volt battery................................ 303
Tires ................................................... 305
Replacing the tire .......................... 313
Tire inflation pressure .................. 317
Wheels............................................... 319
Air conditioning  filter..................320
Electronic key battery ................ 322
Checking and replacing fuses 323
Headlight aim................................. 327
Light bulbs ....................................... 328
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers..................... 330
If your vehicle has to be stopped in  an emergency ............................. 330
If the vehicle is trapped in rising  water................................................ 331
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed........................................................... 333
If you think something is wrong 337
Fuel pump shut off system  (LC500)....................................... 338If a warning light turns on or a warn-
ing buzzer sounds..................... 339
If a warning messa ge is displayed
.......................................................... 348
If you have a flat tire .................... 354
If the engine will not start (LC500) .......................................................... 355
If the hybrid syst em will not start 
(LC500h).................................... 356
If you lose your keys.................... 358
If the fuel filler door cannot be  opened .......................................... 358
If the electronic key does not oper- ate properly ................................. 359
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ........................................................... 361
If your vehicle overheats (LC500) .......................................................... 368
If your vehicle overheats (LC500h) .......................................................... 370
If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 374
8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ................................................. 376
Fuel information............................ 385
Tire information ............................ 387
8-2. Customization Customizable features .............. 395
8-3. Ite
ms to initialize
Items to initialize ........................... 407
7When trouble arises
8Vehicle specifications 

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Precautions against winter season ............................................................................ P.243
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*................................................. P.257
Precautions against car wash ...................................................................................... P.279
Fuel filler door ..........................................................................................................P.184
Refueling method .............................................................................................................. P .184
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity ...... ................................................................................... P.377
Tires.......................................................................................................................... .P.305
Tire size/inflation pressure ............................ ...............................................................P.383
Winter tires.......................................................................................................................... P.242
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system..............................................P.305
Coping with flat tires........................................................................................................ P .354
Hood ..........................................................................................................................P.294
Opening ............................................................................................................................... P.294
Engine oil ..................................................................................................................... ......... P.378
Coping with overheating ................................................................................... P.368, 370
Warning messages ..........................................................................................................P.348
Active rear wing
*.................................................................................................. P.232
Headlights/side marker lights/cornering lights............................................ P.175
Parking lights/daytime running lights............................................................... P.175
Turn signal lights ...................................................................................................... P.169
Tail lights .................................................................................................................... P.175
License plate lights ................................................................................................. P.175
Back up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R .................................................................................... P.159, 165
*:If equipped
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.328, Watts: P.384)
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Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior ................................ 278
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior .................................. 281
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .. 287
General maintenance ............. 288
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) programs .......... 291
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions........................................................ 292
Hood............................................... 294
Positioning a floor jack............ 294
Engine compartment............... 296
12-volt battery............................. 303
Tires ................................................ 305
Replacing the tire ....................... 313
Tire inflation pressure ............... 317
Wheels............................................ 319
Air conditioning  filter...............320
Electronic key battery ............. 322
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................................ 323
Headlight aim.............................. 327
Light bulbs .................................... 328 

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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. 

3286-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■LED lights
The following lights consist of a number of 
LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your 
vehicle to your Lexus dealer to have the 
light replaced.
●Headlights
●Parking lights and daytime running lights
●Front side marker lights
●Front turn signal lights
●Cornering lights
●Side turn signal lights
●Tail lights
●Stop lights
●Rear side marker lights
●Rear turn signal lights
●Back-up lights
●High mounted stoplight
●License plate lights
■Condensation build-up on the inside of 
the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the 
inside of the headlight lens does not indi-
cate a malfunction. Contact your Lexus 
dealer for more information in the following 
situations:
●Large drops of water ha ve built up on the 
inside of the lens.
●Water has built up inside the headlight.
Light bulbs
If any lights burn out, have it 
replaced by your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■Handling lights
Do not touch the lights while they are on 
or immediately after they have been 
turned off. Doing so may result in burns. 

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 

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Refueling ......................................................... 184
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 80
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 338
Fuses ................................................................. 323
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Garage door opener ................................. 270
Gauges ............................................................... 80
Glove box ....................................................... 264
Glove box light ............................................. 264
Grocery bag hooks .................................... 266
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Headlights ........................................................ 175 Automatic High Beam system..............178
Light switch ..................................................... 175
Replacing light bulbs................................ 328
Headlights aim .............................................. 327
Head restraints ............................................... 127
Head-up display................................................ 91
Heated steering wheel .. ............................ 259
Heaters Air conditioning system.......................... 252
Heated steering wheel............................ 259
Outside rear view mirrors .................... 253
Seat heaters .................................................. 259
High-voltage components ......................... 63
Hill-start assist control ............................... 235
Hood ................................................................. 294 Open ............................................................... 294
Pop Up Hood ................................................ 36
Hooks Cargo hooks................................................ 266
Coat hooks ................................................... 269
Grocery bag hooks ................................. 266
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................22
Horn ....................................................................129
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location............................................................. 63
Specification ................................................. 378
Warning message........................................ 66 Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents
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Hybrid system .................................................. 60 Emergency shut off system...................... 66
Energy monitor/consumption screen96
EV drive mode............................................. 155
High voltage components ....................... 63
Hybrid System Indicator ...........................95
Hybrid system precautions...................... 63
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....................240
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 356
Overheating ...................................................371
Power (ignition) switch .............................. 151
Regenerative braking ...................................61
Starting the hybrid system ........................ 151
Vehicle proximity noti fication system. 62
Hybrid System Indicator.............................. 95
Hybrid transmission......................................163 M mode ........................................................... 168
Paddle shift switches .......................167, 168
Snow mode.....................................................167
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I/M test ..............................................................291
IdentificationEngine.............................................................. 376
Vehicle ............................................................ 376
Ignition switch (engine switch)................ 148 Auto power off function............................. 151
Changing the engine  switch modes . 150
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an  emergency ................................................ 330
Starting the engine ..................................... 148
Ignition switch (power  switch) .................. 151
Auto power off function........................... 154
Changing the power switch modes . 154
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an  emergency ................................................ 330
Starting the hybrid system ........................ 151
Illuminated entry system ........................... 262
Immobilizer system........................................ 68
Indicators ............................................................76