2021 Lexus LC500 reset

3076-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LC500
LC500h
1 Remove the oil filler cap by turning
it counterclockwise.
2 Add engine oil slowly, checking the
dipstick.
3 Install the oil filler cap by turning it
clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be con-
sumed while driving. In the following situa-
tions, oil consumption may increase, and
engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example
directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate
viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or
with a heavy load, or when driving while
accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
■After changing the engine oil (LC500h)
The engine oil maintenance data should be
reset. Perform the following procedures:
1 While the vehicle is stopped, press
of the meter control switches.
2 Press or of the meter control
switches, and select .
3 Press or of the meter control
switches, select “Veh icle Settings”, and
then press “OK”.
4 Press or of the meter control
switches, select “Oil Maintenance”, and
then press “OK”.
5 Select “Yes” and then press “OK”.
A message will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflamma-
tion and skin cancer, so care should be
taken to avoid prolonged and
repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thor-
oughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a
safe and acceptable manner. Do not
dispose of used oil and filters in house-
hold trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, service station
or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.

3537-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■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 from off to IGNITION ON mode and
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-
sure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure warning light.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
This light may be displayed when driving under severe operating condi-
tions. (For example, when driving up a long steep hill.)
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method. ( P.380)

3597-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving unex-
pectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. In that case, follow the instruction of the me ssage and shift the shift lever.
■If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is displayed
The following systems may be suspended un til the problem shown in the message is
resolved. ( P.198, 347)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)
●Automatic High Beam
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
■If “Engine Stopped Steering Power Low” (LC500) or “H ybrid System Stopped Steer-
ing Power Low” (LC500h) is shown
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. If the steering wheel becomes heavier
than usual when operating, hold firmly and operate using more force than usual.
■If “Warming Up Maximum Vehicle Speed: 65MPH” is shown (LC500h)
The transmission is being warmed up and the ve hicle is unable to be driven over 65 mph
(110 km/h). Wait until th e transmission warms up.
■If “Stop the vehicle in a safe place Shift to P position” is shown (LC500h)
There may be a malfunction in th e hybrid system or the shift position may be shifted to N for
a long time. Immediately stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus dealer.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is shown (LC500h)
The engine oil is scheduled to be changed. Check the engine oil, and change if necessary.
After changing the engine oil, the message should be reset. (P.295)
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is shown
Indicates that all maintenance according to th e driven distance on the maintenance sched-
ule
* should be performed soon. The message is shown approximately 4500 miles (7200
km) after the message has been reset. If necessary, perform maintenance.
*: Refer to the separate “Sched uled Maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” for the
maintenance interval app licable to your vehicle.
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is shown
The engine oil level is low. Chec k the level of engine oil, and add if necessary. This message
may appear if the vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and
check to see if the message disappears.
■If a message that indicates the need for referring to Owner’s Manual is shown
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, follow the
instructions.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.376, 379)
•“Battery low” ( P.369)
• “Transmission Fluid Temp High” ( P.163, 170)
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information di splay, it may indicate
a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunction”

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*6OSpanish
Units*2miles (MPG)
km (km/L)
O*6Okm (L/100 km)
miles (MPG Impe-
rial)
Eco Driving Indicator Light*3OffOn
(Self-lighting)O
EV indicator*4On
(Self-lighting)OffO
Drive information 1
Current fuel economy
*5OAverage fuel economy
(after reset)
Drive information 2
Distance
(driving range)
*5OAverage vehi- cle speed
(after reset)
Pop-up displayOnOffO
Ring position memoryOnOffO
Accent colorColor 1Color 2O*6O
Rev indicatorOffOnO
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

4078-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
*1: For details about each function: P.82, 90
*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.93)
Rev peakOffOnO
Clock12-hour display24-hour displayO
Sensor sensitivity for darkening the
brightness of the instrument cluster
depending on the outside bright-
ness
Standard-2 to 2O
Sensor sensitivity for returning the
brightness of the instrument cluster
to the original level depending on
the outside brightness
Standard-2 to 2O
Suggestion functionOn
On
(when the vehicle is stopped)
OO
Off
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Gauge informationTachometer
Eco Driving Indica-
tor Light
*2
OHybrid System Indi-
cator
*3
No display
Driving support display (Naviga-
tion system)OnOffO
Function*1Default settingCustomized settingABC
ABC

Alphabetical index443
Resetting the message indicating mainte-nance is required ...................................... 295
Rev indicator .................................................... 83
Rev peak............................................................. 84
Run-flat tires......................................... 315, 362
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Seat belt reminder ligh t...............................351
Seat belts............................................................ 24 Automatic Locking Retractor ................ 26
Child restraint system installation ......... 45
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt.........................................................................289
Emergency Locking Retractor .............. 26
How to wear your seat belt ..................... 25
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .............................................................................24
Reminder light and buzzer .....................351
Seat belt extender ........................................ 25
Seat belt guide ............................................... 26
Seat belt pretensioners ...............................27
SRS warning light ......................................348
Seat heaters ................................................... 268
Seating capacity............................................ 150
Seat lights.......................................................... 271
Seat position memory.................................. 127
Seats....................................................................125 Adjustment precautions ...........................125
Adjustment......................................................125
Child seats/child restraint system installa-tion .................................................................... 44
Cleaning.........................................................289
Driving position memory......................... 127
Head restraints .............................................. 131
Jam protection function............................ 127
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Properly sitting in the seat .........................23
Seat heaters ..................................................268
Seat position memory ............................... 127
Seat ventilators............................................268 Seat ventilators ............................................. 268
Sensor
Automatic headlight system .................... 181
Automatic High Beam system ............. 184
Inside rear view mirror ..............................134
Intuitive parking assist .............................. 225
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ................. 207
Radar sensor ..................................... 194, 233
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .......... 188
Service plug ...................................................... 65
Service reminder message ..................... 295
Shift lever Automatic transmission ............................162
Hybrid transmission................................... 169
Shift lever light ................................................ 271
Shift position and gear position ................ 82
Side airbags ...................................................... 28
Side marker lights........................................... 181 Light switch ...................................................... 181
Replacing light bulbs ................................336
Side mirrors .....................................................135 Adjustment ..................................................... 135
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................231
Folding.............................................................. 136
Linked mirror functi on when reversing
........................................................................... 136
Mirror position memory ........................... 127
Side turn signal lights ................................... 175 Replacing light bulbs ................................336
Turn signal lever ...........................................175
Side windows ................................................. 138
Slip indicator .................................................. 349
Smart access system with push-button start.................................................................... 117Antenna location ........................................... 117
Entry functions ................................................ 110
Starting the engine ..................................... 152
Starting the hybrid system ...................... 156
Snow mode ............................................ 166, 173
Snow tires ....................................................... 250
Spark plug ........................................................391
Specifications ................................................ 386

444Alphabetical index
Speedometer ................................................... 82
Sport mode .................................................... 224
Steering lockColumn lock release....................... 153, 157
Steering lock system warning message................................................................ 153, 157
Steering wheel ................................................133 Adjustment......................................................133
Heated steering wheel............................268
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Steering wheel position memory ........ 127
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 336
Storage feature ............................................ 273
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck................ 382
Sunshade......................................................... 278
Sun visors .........................................................277
Switches “SOS” button .................................................. 55
Active rear wing switch .......................... 240
Automatic High Beam system............. 184
Brake Hold switch ...................................... 179
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch...... 232
Door lock switches .......................................112
Driving mode select switch .................. 224
Driving position memory switches ..... 127
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range switch .................................215
Emergency flashers switch ...................338
Engine switch.................................................152
EV drive mode switch ............................. 160
Garage door opener switches .......... 279
Heated steering wheel switch.............268
HUD (Head-up display) switch............ 93
Ignition switch..................................... 152, 156
Instrument panel light control switch.. 85
Intuitive parking assist switch............... 226
Light switches ................................................. 181
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) switch..209
Meter control switches .............................. 87
Outside rear view mi rror switches .....135 Paddle shift switches .. 167, 168, 173, 174
Parking brake switch..................................176
PCS OFF switch ........................................202
Power door lock switch ............................ 112
Power switch................................................. 156
Power window switches ......................... 138
Rear window and outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers switch ........................... 260
Seat heater switches................................ 268
Seat ventilator switches ......................... 268
Snow mode switch........................... 166, 173
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ........................................................................... 133
Tire pressure warning reset switch.... 318
Trunk opener main switch........................ 117
Trunk opener switch ................................... 115
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch.... 215
VSC OFF switch ....................................... 244
Window lock switch.................................. 139
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................................................................... 187
Windshield wiper de-icer switch....... 264
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Tachometer....................................................... 82 Variable red zone.........................................84
Tail lights............................................................. 181 Light switch ...................................................... 181
Replacing light bulbs ................................336
Theft deterrent system Alarm................................................................... 72
Engine immobilizer system...................... 70
Theft prevention labels ............................... 73
Tire inflation pressure ................................ 325 Maintenance data ......................................393
Tire inflation pressure display function........................................................................... 315
Warning light ...............................................352
Tire information ............................................ 397 Glossary ........................................................ 400
Size ................................................................... 398
Tire identification number..................... 398