2384-5. Using the driving support systems
●If only the TRAC system is turned off, the
TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed
increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are
turned off, automatic re-enabling will not
occur when vehicle speed increases.
■Secondary Collision Brake operating
conditions
The vehicle speed is approximately 6 mph
(10 km/h) or more and the airbag sensor
detects a collision. (The Secondary Colli-
sion Brake will not operate when the vehicle
speed is below approximately 6 mph [10
km/h].)
■Secondary Collision Brake automatic
cancellation
The Secondary Collision Brake is automati-
cally canceled in the following situations.
●The vehicle speed drops below approxi-
mately 6 mph (10 km/h)
●A certain amount of time elapses during
operation
●The accelerator pedal is depressed a
large amount
■If “Secondary Collision Brake system
Malfunction” is disp layed on the multi-
information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer.
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS sys-
tem
The effectiveness of the EPS system is
reduced to prevent the system from over-
heating when there is frequent steering
input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, re frain from excessive
steering input or stop the vehicle and turn
the engine
tem should return to normal within 10 min-
utes.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively
when
●The limits of tire gripping performance
have been exceeded (such as exces-
sively worn tires on a snow covered
road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving
at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is
operating may exceed that of normal
conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the
vehicle’s stopping di stance. Always main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you, especially in the following
situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-
covered roads
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes
or uneven surfaces
■TRAC/VSC may not operate effec-
tively when
Directional control and power may not
be achievable while driving on slippery
road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC
system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions
where stability and po wer may be lost.
■Hill- start assist control does not
operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist
control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep
inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start
assist control is not intended to hold
the vehicle stationary for an extended
period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehi-
cle on an incline, as doing so may lead
to an accident.
2575-3. Using the air conditioning system
5
Interior features
■Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice from
building up on the wi ndshield and wiper
blades.
The windshield de-icer will automatically
turn off after approximately 15 minutes.
■Eco air conditioning mode
When Eco drive mode is selected using the
driving mode select switch, eco air condi-
tioning mode turns on.
When a drive mode other than Eco drive
mode is selected, eco air conditioning
mode may turn off.
■Micro dust and pollen filter
Outside air mode switches to
(recirculated air) mode. Pollen is removed
from the air and the air flows to the upper
part of the body.
Usually the system will automatically turn
off after approximately 1 to 3 minutes.
In order to prevent the windshield from fog-
ging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate or
the outside/recirculat ed air mode may not
switch to (recirculated air) mode.
Pollen is filtered even if the micro dust and
pollen filter is turned off.
1 Press the automatic mode switch or
select “AUTO” on the sub function
menu. ( P.255) 2
Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to switch to automatic
air intake mode.
The air conditioning system automatically
switches between outside air and recircu-
lated air modes.
3Adjust the temperature setting.
4 To stop the operation, press the off
switch or select “Off” on the sub
function menu. ( P.255)
If the fan speed setting or air flow
modes are operated, the automatic
mode indicator goes off. However,
automatic mode for functions other
than that operated is maintained.
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically accord-
ing to the temperature setting and the
ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until
warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi-
ately after the automatic mode switch is
pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
Cool air may blow around the upper body
even when the heater is on due to sunlight.
■Windshield fog detection function
When automatic mode is set, the humidity
sensor detects fog on the windshield and
controls the air condit ioning system to pre-
vent fog.
■Automatic mode for air intake control
In automatic mode, the system detects
exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and
recirculated air modes.
When the dehumidification function is off,
and the fan is operating, turning automatic
mode on will activate the dehumidification
function.
WARNING
■To prevent burns (vehicles with wind-
shield wiper de-icer)
Do not touch the glass at lower part of
the windshield or to the side of the front
pillars when the wind shield wiper de-icer
is on.
Using automatic mode
2585-3. Using the air conditioning system
To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform
any of the following procedures:
Select “DUAL” on the sub function
menu. ( P.255)
Select “DUAL” on the option con-
trol screen.
Adjust the passenger’s side tem-
perature setting.
The indicator on the main control screen
comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
■Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume changes according to the selected air flow
mode.
■Adjusting the air flow direction and
opening/closing the air outlets
Center/side
1 Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down
2 Turn the knob to open or close the
vent
Above the glove box
1 Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down
2 Move the knob to the most outside
NOTICE
■Humidity sensor
In order to detect fog on the windshield,
a sensor which monitors the temperature
of the windshield, the surround humidity,
etc. is installed.
Follow these points to avoid damaging
the sensor:
●Do not disassemb le the sensor
●Do not spray the glass cleaner on the
sensor or subject it to strong impacts
●Do not stick anything on the sensor
Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode)
Air outlet layout and operations
2796-1. Maintenance and care
6
Maintenance and care
procedures to wash the vehicle:
●Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or
more separate from the vehicle while the
vehicle is being washed. (Take care to
ensure that the key is not stolen.)
●Set the electronic key to battery-saving
mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. ( P.117)
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a
neutral detergent.
●Wash detergent off with water immedi-
ately after use.
●To protect the paint from damage, make
sure to observe the following precau-
tions.
• Do not use acidic, a lkaline or abrasive
detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driving or park-
ing in hot weather
■Brake caliper coating
●When using detergent, use neutral deter-
gent. Do not use hard brushes or abra-
sive cleaners, as they will damage the
coating.
●Do not use detergent on the brake cali-
pers when they are hot.
●Wash detergent off immediately after
use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Front side windows water-repellent
coating
●The following precautions can extend the
effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side
windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp
cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the win-
dows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance
has become insufficient, the coating can
be repaired. Contact
your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the
engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to
catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in hands
being caught or other serious injuries
and cause damage to the wiper blades.
Off
AUTO
●When the upper part of the windshield
where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close
to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the wind-
shield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sen-
sor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
A
B
3417-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■PCS warning light (warning buzzer)
■LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) indicator*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Slip indicator
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes or illumi-nates)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (P re-Collision System) or that the
system is temporarily unavailable due to the vehicle being extremely
hot/cold, or dirt around a front sensor, etc. ( P.198, 348)
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
( P.198, 348)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.
P.236
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(orange)
Indicates a malfunction in th e LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)
When “Lane Keeping Assist Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-
information display, turn the LK A (Lane-Keeping Assist) system
off, drive the vehicle for a short time, and then turn the LKA (Lane-
Keeping Assist) system back on. ( P.201)
When a message other than above is displayed, follow the instruc-
tions displayed in the message.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or
The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC, TRAC or ABS system is operating.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
3457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
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
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)
3978-2. Customization
8
Vehicle specifications
*1: For details about each function: P.80, 88
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3:LC500
*4: LC500h
*5: 2 of the following items: current fuel cons umption, average fuel economy (after reset),
average fuel economy (after start), average fuel economy (after refuel), average vehicle
speed (after reset), average vehicle speed (after start), elapsed time (after reset),
elapsed time (after start), distance (driving range), distance (after start), blank.
*6: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■HUD (Head-up Display)*1 ( P.91)
Rev peakOffOnO
Clock12-hour display24-hour displayO
Sensor sensitivity for darkening the
brightness of the instrument cluster
depending on the outside bright-
ness
Standard-2 to 2O
Sensor sensitivity for returning the
brightness of the instrument cluster
to the original level depending on
the outside brightness
Standard-2 to 2O
Suggestion functionOn
On
(when the vehicle is stopped)
OO
Off
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Gauge informationTachometer
Eco Driving Indica-
tor Light
*2
OHybrid System Indi-
cator
*3
No display
Driving support display (Naviga-
tion system)OnOffO
Function*1Default settingCustomized settingABC
ABC
4028-2. Customization
■Power windows (P.134)
■Turn signal lever ( P.169)
■Automatic light control system ( P.175)
■Lights ( P.175)
*: U.S.A. only
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Mechanical key linked operationOffOnO
Wireless remote control linked
operationOffOn
(Open only)O
Wireless remote control linked
operation signal (buzzer)OnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
The number of times the turn signal
lights flash automatically when the
turn signal lever is moved to the
first position during a lane change
3
5
O7
Off
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Light sensor sensitivityStandard-2 to 2OO
Time elapsed before headlights
automatically turn off after doors
are closed
30 seconds
Off
OO60 seconds
90 seconds
Windshield wiper linked headlight
illuminationOnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Daytime running lights*OnOffOO
Welcome light illumi nation controlOnOffO
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC