3036-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
LC500hThe 12-volt battery is located in the
trunk.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery pro-
duces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, observe the fol-
lowing precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the 12-volt battery
installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the char-
ger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the 12-volt
battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-
volt battery
●Unlocking the doors using the smart
access system with pu sh-button start may
not be possible immediately after recon-
necting the 12-volt battery. If this hap-
pens, use the wireless remote control or
the mechanical key to lock/unlock the
doors.
●Start the engine
engine switch
SORY mode. The engine
engine
mally from the second attempt.
●The engine switch
is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine
and may catch fire if spilled on the engine
etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than
washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine anti-
freeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the
vehicle’s painted surfaces, as well as
damaging the pump leading to problems
of the washer fluid not spraying.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as neces-
sary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed
on the label of the washer fluid bottle.
12-volt battery
Location
3226-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart access syst em with push-but-
ton start and wireless remote control will
not function properly.
●The operational rang e will be reduced.
■When the card key battery needs to be
replaced (if equipped)
The battery for th e card key is available only
at Lexus dealers. Your Lexus dealer can
replace the battery for you.
Prepare the following before replacing
the battery:
Flathead screwdriver
Small flathead screwdriver
Lithium battery CR2032
■Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus
dealer, local electrical appliance shops or
camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to
the local laws.
1 Take out the mechanical key.
2 Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key, wrap the tip
of the screwdri ver with tape.
3Remove the depleted battery using
a small flathead screwdriver.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal
facing up.
Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one
if it is depleted.
Items to prepare
Replacing the battery
3597-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
the filler opening due to air being dis-
charged from inside the fuel tank.
Therefore, fill the fuel tank carefully and
slowly.
■When the electronic key does not work
properly
●Make sure that the smart access system
with push-button start has not been deac-
tivated using the Remote Touch or at your
Lexus dealer. If it is off, turn the function
on.
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is
set, cancel the function. ( P.117)
Use the mechanical key ( P.106) in
order to perform th e following opera-
tions:
WARNING
■After opening the fuel filler door
Make sure to put back the cover to the
center of the rear seat. Failure to do so
may cause an accident.
NOTICE
■After opening the fuel filler door
●Secure the tab in its original position.
●Install the tab so that it does not cover
the clip installation position . Fail-
ure to do so may cause damage to the
clip and make it impossible to install
the cover.
A
If the electronic key does not
operate properly
If communication between the
electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted ( P.117) or the electronic
key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart
access system with push-button
start and wireless remote control
cannot be used. In such cases, the
doors and trunk can be opened and
the engine
started by following the procedure
below.
NOTICE
■In case of a smart access system with
push-button start malfunction or
other key-rela ted problems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic
keys (including the card key) provided
with your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
Locking and unlocking the
doors, opening the trunk and
using the key linked functions
3657-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
turning the engine switch
8 Once the vehicle’s engine
jumper cables in the exact reverse
order from which they were con-
nected.
9 Close the exclusive jump starting
terminal cover, and reinstall the fuse
box cover to its original position.
Once the engine
have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
■Starting the engine
when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The engine
started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio sys-
tem while the engine
stopped.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical com-
ponents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such
as in heavy traffic.
■When the 12-volt battery is removed or
discharged
●Information stored in the ECU is cleared.
When the 12-volt battery is depleted,
have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus
dealer.
●Some systems may require initialization.
( P.407)
■When removing the 12-volt battery ter-
minals
When the 12-volt battery terminals are
removed, the information stored in the
ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-
volt battery terminals, contact your Lexus
dealer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery
will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural dis-
charge and the draining effects of certain
electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for
a long time, the 12-volt battery may dis-
charge, and the engine
may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery
recharges automatically during driving.)
■When recharging or replacing the 12-
volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart access
system with push-button start when the
12-volt battery is discharged. Use the
wireless remote control or the mechani-
cal key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The engine
on the first attempt after the 12-volt bat-
tery has recharged but will start normally
after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
●The engine switch
is memorized by the vehicle. When the
12-volt battery is reconnected, the system
will return to the mode it was in before
the 12-volt battery was discharged.
Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the engine switch
If you are unsure wh at mode the engine
switch
12-volt battery discharged, be especially
careful when reconnecting the 12-volt
battery.
●If the 12-volt battery discharges, it may
not be possible to shift the shift position to
other positions. In this case, the vehicle
cannot be towed without lifting both rear
wheels because the re ar wheels will be
locked. ( P.334)
■When replacing the 12-volt battery
●Use a Central Degassing type 12-volt
battery (European Regulations).
●Type A*1: Use a 12-volt battery that the
case size is same as the previous one
(LN4), 20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is
equivalent (80Ah) or greater, and per-
formance rating (CCA) is equivalent
(685A) or greater.
4008-2. Customization
■Smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control
( P.106, 115)
■Smart access system with push-button start ( P.115)
Automatic door unlockShifting the shift
position to POff
OODriver’s door is opened
Locking/unlocking of the trunk
when both side doors are
locked/unlocked
OnOffO
Time elapsed before the door lock
indicator lights turn off30 seconds
1 minute
O10 minutes
20 minutes
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operating signal (Buzzers)5OffOO1 to 7
Operation signal (Emergency
flashers)OnOffOO
Time elapsed before automatic
door lock function is activated if
door is not open ed after being
unlocked
60 seconds
Off
OO30 seconds
120 seconds
Open door warning buzzerOnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Smart access system with push-
button startOnOffO
Smart door unlockingDriver’s doorBoth side doorsOO
Number of consecutive door lock
operations2 timesAs many as desiredO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized settingABC
ABC
ABC
426Alphabetical index
Doors................................................................ 108
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 115
Wireless remote control......................... 106
Door pockets ................................................ 264
Doors ................................................................. 108 Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ............................................................... 111
Door glasses ..................................................134
Door lock........................................................ 108
Open door warning bu zzer .......... 109, 111
Outside rear view mirrors ....................... 131
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 .............................. 86
Drive information ........................................... 86
Driver’s seat position memory ................. 124 Driving position memory......................... 124
Memory recall function ............................125
Drive-start control ........................................139
Driving............................................................... 138 Break-in tips ...................................................139
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving mode select switch .................... 216
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................... 240
Procedures .................................................... 138
Winter drive tips......................................... 242
Driving mode select switch ....................... 216
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) .............. 235
Dynamic radar cruise control with full- speed range................................................ 206Warning message....................................... 214
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) .............. 235
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys- tem) ................................................................ 235
Eco drive mode .............................................. 216
Eco Driving Indicator.................................... 78
Eco Driving Indicator Light ........................ 78
EDR (Event data recorder) ........................... 8
Elapsed time ..................................................... 86
Electric motor (tractio n motor) ................ 60
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ..........................................................235
Warning light .............................................. 340
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............................................................ 235
Electronic key ................................................ 104 Battery-saving function.............................. 117
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 359
Replacing the battery ............................... 322
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...................339
If a warning light turns on.......................339
If a warning message is displayed .... 348
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..... 361
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 359
If the engine will not start....................... 355
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 358
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 356
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ........................................................................... 331
If you have a flat tire ..................................354
If you lose your keys ................................ 358
If you think something is wrong.......... 337
If your vehicle becomes stuck ............. 374
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 330
If your vehicle needs to be towed .....333
If your vehicle overheats ........... 368, 370
Emergency flashers .................................... 330
Energy monitor ............................................... 96
Engine ACCESSORY mode.................... 150, 154
Compartment..............................................296
Engine switch ................................................ 148
Fuel pump shut off system.................... 338
Hood ................................................................ 294
How to start the engine ........................... 148
How to start the hybrid system.............. 151
Identification number ............................... 376
If the engine will not start....................... 355
Alphabetical index429
InitializationItems to initialize ......................................... 407
Maintenance .................................... 287, 299
Power windows............................................ 134
Tire pressure warning system .............. 310
Inside rear view mirror ............................... 130
Instrument panel light control ................... 83
Interior lights.................................................. 262
Intuitive parking assist.................................. 217 Function ............................................................ 217
Warning message....................................... 219
J
JackPositioning a floor jack............................ 294
Vehicle-equipped jack .............................314
Jack handle ......................................................314
Jam protection function Front seats ....................................................... 123
Power windows............................................ 134
K
Keyless entrySmart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 115
Wireless remote control......................... 106
Keys.................................................................... 104 Battery-saving function ..............................117
Electronic key ............................................... 104
Engine switch................................................ 148
If the electronic key does not operate properly.......................................................359
If you lose your keys................................ 358
Key number plate ....................................... 104
Keyless entry ........................................ 108, 115
Mechanical key............................................ 104
Power switch .................................................. 151
Replacing the battery............................... 322
Warning buzzer ............................................ 116
Wireless remote control......................... 106
Knee airbags .................................................... 28
L
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA)......................199 Operation ....................................................... 199
Warning messages.................................. 205
Language (multi-information display) ... 88
LATCH anchors ............................................. 50
LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling system) .......................................................................... 236
Lever Auxiliary catch lever ................................. 294
Hood lock release lever ......................... 294
Internal trunk release lever....................... 114
Shift lever ............................................... 157, 163
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169
Wiper lever .................................................... 180
Lexus climate concierge .......................... 250
Lexus Dynamic Handling system (LDH) .......................................................................... 236
Lexus Enform Safety Connect.................. 54
Lexus Safety System +.................................187 Automatic High Beam ............................. 178
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................. 206
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .................. 199
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ..................192
License plate lights........................................ 175 Light switch .....................................................175
Replacing light bulbs ................................328
Light bulbs Replacing .......................................................328
Wattage ......................................................... 384
Lights Automatic High Beam system ............. 178
Headlight switch...........................................175
Illuminated entry system ......................... 262
Interior lights list .......................................... 262
Interior lights ................................................. 262
Personal lights .............................................263
Replacing light bulbs ................................328
Trunk light ......................................................... 114
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169
Alphabetical index431
Indicator ......................................................... 342
Operation........................................................170
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer........................................................................... 172
Warning message....................................... 172
Parking lights ................................................... 175 Light switch ..................................................... 175
Replacing light bulbs................................ 328
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .....................192 Function ............................................................ 192
PCS OFF switch ..........................................194
Warning light .................................................341
Warning message...................................... 198
Personal lights............................................... 262
Pop-up display ................................................. 82
Pop Up Hood................................................... 36
Power control unit.......................................... 63
Power control unit coolant ......................300 Capacity ........................................................ 380
Checking ...................................................... 300
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 242
Power outlet .................................................. 268
Power steering (Elect ric power steering
system).......................................................... 235 Warning light ...............................................340
Warning message..................................... 349
Power switch (engine switch) ......... 148, 151 Auto power off function ..................151, 154
Changing the power switch (engine switch) modes.................................150, 154
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................330
Starting the hybrid system (engine) ................................................148, 151
Power windows ..............................................134 Door lock linked window operation..135
Jam protection function............................135
Operation........................................................ 134
Window lock switch ..................................135
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .....................192 Function ............................................................ 192 PCS OFF switch ......................................... 194
Warning light .................................................341
Warning message ...................................... 198
R
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed range)............. 206
Radiator ............................................................ 301
Rear side marker lights ............................... 175 Light switch .....................................................175
Replacing light bulbs ................................328
Rear turn signal lights ..................................169 Replacing light bulbs ................................328
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror ............................. 130
Outside rear view mirrors........................ 131
Rear window defogger ............................. 253
Refueling .......................................................... 184 Capacity ......................................................... 377
Fuel types ....................................................... 377
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 358
Opening the fuel tank cap ..................... 184
Regenerative braking ..................................... 61
Remote Touch .............................................. 246
Replacing Electronic key battery .............................. 322
Fuses................................................................. 323
Light bulbs .....................................................328
Tires ................................................................... 313
Resetting the message indicating mainte- nance is required ...................................... 287
Rev indicator ......................................................81
Rev peak............................................................. 82
Run-flat tires........................................307, 354
S
Seat belt reminder light............................. 343
Seat belts............................................................ 24 Automatic Locking Retractor................. 26