
772-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle sys-
tems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch 
IGNITION ON mode 
Warning lights
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.347)
(red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.347)
Charging system warning 
light
*2 (  P.347)
Low engine oil pressure 
warning light
*2 (  P.347)
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1 
(  P.348)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1 
(  P.348)
SRS warning light
*1 
(  P.348)
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light*1 
(  P.348)
(Canada)
ABS warning light*1 
(  P.348)
(red)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 ( P.348)
(yellow)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 ( P.348)
(Flashes or 
illuminates)
PCS warning light*1 
(  P.349)
(orange)
LKA indicator*2 ( P.349)
Slip indicator
*1 (  P.349)
Brake Override System 
warning light 
(  P.350)/Drive-Start Con-
trol warning light
*2 (  P.350)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor
*1, 3 (  P.350)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator*3 
(  P.350)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator*3 
(  P.350)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.351)
Low fuel level warning light 
(  P.351)
Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt  reminder light 
(  P.351)
Rear passengers’  seat belt 
reminder lights
*4 (  P.351)
Master warning light
*1 
(  P.352)
Tire pressure warning light
*1, 3 
(  P.352)
High coolant temperature 
warning light
*2 (  P.352)
(if equipped)
Hybrid system overheat 
warning light
*2( P.353) 

852-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the 
display. This phenomenon is characteristic 
of liquid crystal displays, and there is no 
problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on 
the multi-information display. ( P.405)
The odometer and trip meter displays 
can be switched. When the trip meter 
is displayed, pressing and holding the 
button will reset the trip meter. The brightness of the instrument panel 
lights can be adjusted.
1
Darker
2 Brighter
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel  brightness levels 
when the tail lights are on and off can be 
adjusted individually. However, when the 
surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.), 
turning on the tail lights will not change the 
instrument pa nel brightness.
The display can be switched between 
the center and side positions.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and 
its components
●Do not let the indicator of the tachom-
eter enter the red zone, as it rep-
resents the engine speed range which 
exceeds the maximum safe engine 
speed.
●In the following situations, the engine 
may be overheating. In this case, 
immediately stop the vehicle in a safe 
place, and check the engine after it has 
cooled completely. ( P.376, 379)
• The engine coolant temperature  gauge is in the red zone (H).
• LC500: The engine oil temperature  gauge is in the red zone (H).
Changing between the odome-
ter and trip meter
Changing the Instrument panel 
light brightness
Changing the display 

2504-6. Driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate to 
the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Power control unit coolant (LC500h)
•Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect 
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four 
snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size 
and the same brand.
Perform the following according to the 
driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a window 
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour 
warm water over the frozen area to 
melt the ice. Wipe away the water 
immediately to prevent it from 
freezing.
 When the outside door handle is 
frozen, unlock the doors using the 
wireless remote control. If the out-
side door handles remain retracted 
and do not move even if the doors 
are unlocked using the wireless 
remote control, pour warm water 
over the frozen area to melt the ice 
and wipe away the water immedi-
ately to prevent it from freezing. The 
outside door handle may not retract 
due to ice, however, the outside 
door handle will return to the nor-
mal position after the ice melts.
 To ensure proper operation of the 
climate control system fan, remove 
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving 
the vehicle in winter. Always drive 
the vehicle in a manner appropriate 
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to 
reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of 
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air 
pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 
km/h), regardless of the type of snow 
tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some 
wheels.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains
Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may 
damage the vehicle body and suspen-
sion, and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow 
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire 
retailers. 
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires affects the operation 
of the tire pressure warning valves and 
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle 

2966-2. Maintenance
3Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select “Scheduled Mainte-
nance”. Then press “OK”.
4 Select “Yes” and press “OK”.
A message will be disp layed when the reset 
procedure has been completed.
You can perform some maintenance 
procedures by yourself. 
Please be aware that do-it-yourself 
maintenance may affect warranty cov-
erage.
The use of Lexus repair manuals is recom-
mended.
For details about warra nty coverage, refer 
to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War-
ranty and Service Guide”, “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Do-it-yourself maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general main-
tenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in 
the “Warranty and Service Guide” 
or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. 
It is recommended that any prob-
lem you notice should be brought to 
the attention of your Lexus dealer 
or qualified service shop for advice.
WARNING
■If the engine is running 
Turn the engine 
ensure that there is adequate ventilation 
before performing maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid
Is the brake fluid at the 
correct level? 
(  P.309)
Engine coolant 
(LC500)Is the engine coolant at 
the correct level? 
( P.308)
Engine/power 
control unit cool-
ant (LC500h)Is the engine/power 
control unit coolant at 
the correct level? 
( P.308)
Engine oil
Is the engine oil at the 
correct level? 
( P.305)
Exhaust system
There should not be 
any fumes or strange 
sounds. 

3006-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6-3.Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service pre-
cautions
If you perform maintenance by 
yourself, be sure to follow the cor-
rect procedure as given in these 
sections.
Maintenance
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery 
condition 
( P.311)•Grease
• Conventional wrench 
(for terminal clamp 
bolts)
Brake fluid 
level 
( P.309)
• SAE J1703 or FMVSS 
No.116 DOT 3 brake 
fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for  adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant 
level (LC500) 
( P.308)
•“Toyota Super Long Life 
Coolant” or a similar 
high quality ethylene 
glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-
nitrite and non-borate 
coolant with long-life 
hybrid organic acid 
technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life 
Coolant” is pre-mixed 
with 50% coolant and 
50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life 
Coolant” is pre-mixed 
with 55% coolant and 
45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for  adding coolant)
Engine/power 
control unit 
coolant level 
(LC500h) 
( P.308)
•“Toyota Super Long Life 
Coolant” or a similar 
high quality ethylene 
glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-
nitrite and non-borate 
coolant with long-life 
hybrid organic acid 
technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life 
Coolant” is pre-mixed 
with 50% coolant and 
50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life 
Coolant” is pre-mixed 
with 55% coolant and 
45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for  adding coolant)
ItemsParts and tools 

3016-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Engine oil level 
( P.305)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor 
Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for  adding engine oil)
Fuses 
( P.331)•Fuse with same amper-
age rating as original
Headlight aim• Phillips-head screw-driver
Light bulbs 
( P.336)
Radiator and 
condenser 
( P.309)
Tire inflation 
pressure 
( P.325)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid 
( P.310)
• Water or washer fluid 
containing antifreeze 
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for  adding water or washer 
fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many 
mechanisms and fluids that may move 
suddenly, become hot, or become elec-
trically energized. To avoid death or seri-
ous injury, observe the following 
precautions.
■When working on the engine com-
partment
●LC500h: Make sure that the “IGNI-
TION ON” on the multi-information 
display and the “READY” indicator are 
both off.
●Keep hands, clothi ng and tools away 
from the moving fan and engine drive 
belt.
ItemsParts and tools●LC500: Be careful not to touch the 
engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. 
right after driving as they may be hot. 
Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
LC500h: Be careful not to touch the 
engine, power control unit, radiator, 
exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other 
fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn 
easily, such as paper and rags, in the 
engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose 
an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are 
flammable.
■When working near the electric cool-
ing fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch 
With the engine switch 
IGNITION ON mode 
electric cooling fan may automatically 
start to run if the air conditioning is on 
and/or the coolant temperature is high. 
(  P.309)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or 
falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter 
removed may cause excessive engine 
wear due to dirt in the air. 

3046-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LC500Fuse box ( P.331)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P.305)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P.308)
Engine oil filler cap ( P.306)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P.309)
Washer fluid tank ( P.310)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( P.309)
Radiator ( P.309)
Engine compartment
Components
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B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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3056-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
LC500hEngine oil level dipstick ( P.305)
Power control unit coolant reservoir ( P.308)
Engine oil filler cap ( P.306)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P.309)
Fuse boxes ( P.331)
Washer fluid tank ( P.310)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P.308)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( P.309)
Radiator ( P.309)
■12-volt battery
 P.311
With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level  on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
1 Park the vehicle on level ground.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
Checking and adding the engine 
oil