
2956-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
6-2.Maintenance
■Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts 
be used for repairs to ensure performance 
of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used 
in replacement or if a repair shop other than 
a Lexus dealer perfor ms repairs, confirm 
the warranty coverage.
■Allow inspection and repairs to be per-
formed by a Lexus dealer
●Lexus technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up to date with the 
latest service information. They are well 
informed about the operations of all sys-
tems on your vehicle.
●Keep a copy of the repa ir order. It proves 
that the maintenance that has been per-
formed is under warra nty coverage. If any 
problem should arise while your vehicle is 
under warranty, your Lexus dealer will 
promptly take care of it.
General maintenance should be per-
formed on a daily basis. This can be 
done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer.
Scheduled maintenance should be 
performed at specified intervals 
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.
For details about ma intenance items and 
schedules, refer to  the “Warranty and Ser-
vice Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
■Resetting the message indicating main-
tenance is required
After the required maintenance is per-
formed according to the maintenance 
schedule, please  reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedure 
described below:
1 Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select  .
2 Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select  “Vehicle Settings”. 
Then press “OK”.
Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical driv-
ing, day-to-day care and regular 
maintenance are essential. It is the 
owner’s responsibility to perform 
regular checks. Lexus recommends 
the following maintenance:
WARNING
■If your vehicle is not properly main-
tained
Improper maintenanc e could result in 
serious damage to the vehicle and possi-
ble death or serious injury.
■Handling of the 12-volt battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile 
components contain or emit chemicals 
known to the State of California to 
cause cancer and birth defects and 
other reproductive harm. Work in a 
well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehi-
cles as well as waste produced by 
component wear contain or emit 
chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth 
defects or other re productive harm. 
Avoid exposure and wash any affected 
area immediately.
●12-volt battery post s, terminals and 
related accessories contain lead and 
lead compounds which are known to 
cause brain damage. Wash your hands 
after handling. ( P.311)
General maintenance
Scheduled maintenance 

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. 

3076-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
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. 

3597-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
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” 

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