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• “Shift system malfunction”
• “P switch malfunction”
• “Shift system unavailable”
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, it may indicate
a malfunction in a system or part. Immediatel y have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
• “Hybrid System Malfunction” (LC500h)
•“Check Engine”
•“Hybrid Battery System Malfunction” (LC500h)
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, the vehicle may
have run out of fuel. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and, if the fuel level is low, refuel the
vehicle. ( P.65)
• “Hybrid system stopped” (LC500h)
• “Engine stopped”(LC500h)
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information di splay, it may indicate
a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
●If “Aux Battery Low” is shown, observe the following. (LC500h)
• If the message disappears in a few minutes*
Keep the hybrid system operating for more than approximately 15 minutes to charge the
12-volt battery.
• If the message does not disappear Refer to “If the 12-volt battery is discharged” ( P.369) to start the hybrid system
*: It is displayed for approximately 6 seconds.
●If “Battery low” is shown, the 12-volt battery charge is insufficient. Recharge or replace the
12-volt battery.
●If “Maintenance Required for Traction battery Cooling Parts” is shown, the filters may be
clogged, the air intake vents may be blocked, or there may be a gap in the duct. There-
fore, perform the following correction procedure. (LC500h)
• If the air intake vents and filters of the hybrid battery (traction battery) are dirty, perform the procedure on P.291 to clean them.
• If the warning message is shown when the air intake vents and filters of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) are not dirty, have th e vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■If a message that indicates the need fo r visiting your Lexus dealer is shown
The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunctioning. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard du e to being in a noisy location or audio sound.
NOTICE
■While the engine oil level warning message is displayed
Continued engine operation with low engine oil will damage the engine.
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7
When trouble arises
NOTICE
■If “High Power Consumption Partial Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is shown fre-
quently
Air conditioning, heater and other operations are temporarily limited due to high power
consumption. Turn off unnecessary electronic equipment to reduce power consumption,
and wait until the power supply returns to norm al. If this message is frequently displayed,
have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer.
■If “Aux Battery Low See Owner’s Manual” is shown frequently (LC500h)
The 12-volt battery may deteriorate. As it may cause the 12-volt battery discharge, have
the 12-volt battery inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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7
When trouble arises
will turn to ACCESSORY mode.
3Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
4 Press the engine switch
switch>.
In the event that the engine
tem> still cannot be started, contact
your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position
to P and press the engine switch
switch> as you normally do when stopping
the engine .
■Electronic key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recomme nded that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately
when the battery is depleted. ( P.330)
■Changing engine switch
modes
Release the brake pedal and press the
engine switch in step 3
above.
The engine does not start
and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. ( P.155, 159)
Use the mechanical key ( P.108) in
order to perform th e following opera-
tions:
■Locking and unlocking the doors
P.367
■Opening the trunk
1 Slide the rear passengers’ seat
belts towards the outside.
2 Insert your fingers at the positions
marked and pull towards you to
If the 12-volt battery is dis-
charged
The following procedures may be
used to start the engine
tem> or opening the doors, trunk or
glove box if the 12-volt battery is
discharged.
You can also call your Lexus dealer
or a qualified repair shop.
Locking and unlocking the doors
and opening the trunk
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3767-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the engine.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
WARNING
■After recharging the 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. If
the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, con-
tinued use may cause the 12-volt battery
to emit a malodorous gas, which may be
detrimental to the health of passengers.
■When exchanging the 12-volt battery
After exchanging, securely attach the
exhaust hose and exhaust hole plug to
the exhaust hole of the exchanged 12-
volt battery. If not properly installed,
gases (hydrogen) may leak into the vehi-
cle interior, and there is the possible dan-
ger of the gas igniting and exploding.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables,
ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fan or engine drive
belt.
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
The exclusive jump starting terminal is to
be used when charging the 12-volt bat-
tery from another ve hicle in an emer-
gency. It cannot be used to jump start
another vehicle.
If your vehicle overheats
(LC500)
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
The engine coolant temperature
gauge ( P.82) is in the red zone
or a loss of engine power is expe-
rienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High” is
shown on the multi-information
display.
Steam comes out from under the
hood.
Correction procedures
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When trouble arises
If the engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone or
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in
a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
is shown on the multi-information
display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the hybrid system.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood. 3
After the hybrid system has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the hoses
and cooling system for leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi-
ately contact your Lexus dealer.
4The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Coolant inlet cap
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
If your vehicle overheats
(LC500h)
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
The engine coolant temperature
gauge ( P.82) is in the red zone
or a loss of hybrid system power is
experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop
in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” or “Hybrid System
Overheated Output Power
Reduced” is shown on the multi-
information display.
Steam comes out from under the
hood.
Correction procedures
A
B
A
B
C
D
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engine coolant is unavailable.
6Start the hybrid system and turn the
air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fan oper-
ates and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning
system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating
by checking the fan sound and air flow. If it
is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing tem-
peratures.)
7 If the fan is not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately
and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the
nearest Lexus dealer.
If “Hybrid System Overheated Out-
put Power Reduced” is shown on the
multi-information display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2 Stop the hybrid system and care-
fully lift the hood. 3
After the hybrid system has cooled
down, inspect the hoses and radia-
tor core (radiato r) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi-
ately contact your Lexus dealer.
4 The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “F”/“FULL” and
“L”/“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F”/“FULL” line
“L”/“LOW” line
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
A
B
A
B
C
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7
When trouble arises
power control unit coolant is unavailable.
6After stopping the hybrid system
and waiting for 5 minutes or more,
start the hybrid system again and
check if “Hybrid System Over-
heated Output Power Reduced” is
shown on the multi-information dis-
play.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact your
Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
The hybrid system temperature has
dropped and the vehicle may be driven
normally.
However, if the message appears again fre-
quently, contact your Lexus dealer.
■When adding engine coolant
Add coolant in accordance with the follow-
ing procedure.
1 Remove the service cover.
2 Remove the engine cover. 3
Remove the caps and .
4 Add coolant through the inlet of the cap
up to the “F” line , and then
replace the cap .
5 Add coolant through the inlet of the cap
until it is full, and then replace the
cap .
WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious
injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the
steam has subsided. The engine com-
partment may be very hot.
AB
BC
B
A
A
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4068-2. 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.76, 82, 86)
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