3858-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may
be caused by the brand of gasoline you are
using. If driveability problems persist, try
changing the brand of gasoline. If this does
not correct the problem, consult your Lexus
dealer.
■Recommendation of the use of gasoline
containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline
that contains detergent additives to avoid
the build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains
minimum detergent additives to clean
and/or keep clean intake systems, per
EPA’s lowest additive s concentration pro-
gram.
●Lexus strongly recommends the use of
Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more
information on Top Tier Detergent Gaso-
line and a list of marketers, please go to
the official websit e www.toptiergas.com.
■Recommendation of the use of low
emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as
ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities.
These fuels are typically acceptable for use,
providing they meet other fuel require-
ments.
Lexus recommends these fuels, since the
formulations allow for reduced vehicle
emissions.
■Non-recommendation of the use of
blended gasoline
●Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from
any pump labeled
E30 (30% ethanol [ ]), E50 (50%
ethanol [ ]), E85 (85% ethanol [ ])
(which are only some examples of fuel
containing more than 15% ethanol).
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure
that it has an octane rating no lower than
91.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of
gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gas-
oline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhanc-
ing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopen-
tadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gas-
oline that contains MMT. If fuel containing
MMT is used, your emission control system
may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the
instrument cluster may come on. If this hap-
pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knock-
Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gaso-
line.
Select premium unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 91
(Research Octane Number 96) or
higher required for optimum
engine performance and fuel econ-
omy. If the octane ra ting is less than
91, damage to the engine may
occur and may void the vehicle war-
ranty.
At minimum, the gasoline you use
should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..
A
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3868-1. Specifications
ing for a short time while accelerating or
driving uphill. This is normal and there is
no need for concern.
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper
fuels are used, the engine will be dam-
aged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to
your vehicle’s three-way catalytic con-
verters causing the emission control
system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than the type
previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system
damage or vehicle performance prob-
lems.
●Using unleaded gasoline with an
octane number or rating lower than
the level previously stated may cause
persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this may lead to engine dam-
age and will void the vehicle warranty.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting,
vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type
of fuel, discontinue the use of that type of
fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can dam-
age your vehicle’s paint.
3918-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may
be replaced) of automatic transmission
steering, power brakes, power wi ndows, power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent that these item s are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment, including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants specified in the sec-
ond column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribu-
tionDistribution of occupants in a vehicl e as specified in the third column
of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production options weigh-
ing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory
weight, including heavy duty brakes , ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty 12-volt battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the
tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designa-
tionThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg) times the
vehicle’s designated seating capacity
Tire related termMeaning
3968-2. Customization
Settings that can be changed using the meter control switches
Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer
Definition of symbols: O = Available, = Not available
■Gauges, meters and multi-information display ( P.74, 80, 84)
Function*1Default settingCustomized setting
LanguageEnglishFrench
O*6OSpanish
Units*2miles (MPG)
km (km/L)
O*6Okm (L/100 km)
miles (MPG Impe-
rial)
Eco Driving Indicator Light*3OffOn
(Self-lighting)O
EV indicator*4On
(Self-lighting)OffO
Drive information 1
Current fuel economy
*5OAverage fuel economy
(after reset)
Drive information 2
Distance
(driving range)
*5OAverage vehi- cle speed
(after reset)
Pop-up displayOnOffO
Ring position memoryOnOffO
Accent colorColor 1Color 2O*6O
Rev indicatorOffOnO
Rev indicator red zone setting5000 r/min.*3
4000 r/min.*4
2000 - 7300
r/min.
*3
2000 - 6600
r/min.
*4
O
B
C
ABC
3978-2. Customization
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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
424Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
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
B
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
Alphabetical index425
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function....... 229
C
Care ........................................................ 278, 281Aluminum wheels ...................................... 279
Exterior ........................................................... 278
Interior ...............................................................281
Seat belts..........................................................281
Cargo capacity...............................................146
Cargo hooks ................................................. 266
Center Display ............................................. 246
Chains .............................................................. 243
Child restraint system................................... 43 Fixed with a LATCH system ..................50
Fixed with a seat belt....................................47
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 38
Points to remember .................................... 43
Riding with children ..................................... 43
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 44
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 52
Child safety ....................................................... 43 12-volt battery precautions .......304, 367
Airbag precautions...................................... 33
Child restraint system................................. 44
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................ 259
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Power window lock switch.....................135
Power window precautions ...................135
Removed electronic key battery precau- tions ............................................................... 323
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 43
Trunk precautions .........................................112
Cleaning................................................ 278, 281 Aluminum wheels ...................................... 279
Exterior ........................................................... 278
Interior ...............................................................281
Radar sensor..................................... 189, 225 Seat belts ......................................................... 281
Clock ................................................................ 268
Coat hooks..................................................... 269
Condenser ...................................................... 301
Console box .................................................. 265
Console box light ........................................ 265
Cooling system.............................................300 Engine overheating...................... 368, 370
Hybrid system overheating ....................371
Cornering lights ............................................. 177
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................. 206
Cup holder ..................................................... 265
Current fuel consumption .......................... 86
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features .............................. 395
D
Daytime running light system ................... 175
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.....................253
Rear window ................................................253
Windshield ....................................................253
Differential ...................................................... 382
Dimension ...................................................... 376
Dinghy towing................................................. 147
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).................... 223
Drive information ..........................................86
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................. 206
Energy monitor .............................................. 96
Head-up display..............................................91
Intuitive parking assist ................................ 217
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .................202
Multi-information display ..........................84
Warning message .................................... 348
Distance ............................................................. 86
Do-it-yourself maintenance ....................288
Door courtesy lights ................................... 262
Door lock
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