
832-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C) 
Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) 
or lower
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Speedometer
Shift position/shift range/gear position ( P.162, 169)
Shift position indicator ( P.164, 171)
Clock
Time displayed is linked  to the analog clock on the instrument panel. (P.277)
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature 
If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator enters the red zone, a buzzer sounds 
and the high coolant temperature warning light comes on
Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer: 
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter: 
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset 
Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record  and display different distances independently
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P.86)
Displays warning messages in  case of a malfunction (P.356)
Motor power display/Hybrid  System Indicator (LC500h)
Displays the motor power display ( P.81) or Hybrid System Indicator ( P.80)
■Rev indicator
When the engine speed reaches a set 
speed or the red zone, a ring-shaped 
indicator will be displayed on the 
tachometer.
The indicators will be displayed in 
amber ( ) when the engine speed 
reaches a set speed, and in red ( )  when the engine speed reaches the 
red zone. This setting can be enabled 
on the multi-information display. 
(
P.91)
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D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
A
B 

912-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
■Drive information 1/Drive infor-
mation 2
Select to select up to 2 items that will 
be displayed on the “Drive Info 1” 
screen and “Drive Info 2” screen 
respectively. ( P.88)
■Pop-up display
Select to set the following pop-up dis-
plays, which may appear in some situa-
tions, on/off.
• Route guidance display of the navi- gation system-linked system
• Making call display of the hands- free phone system
• Audio system operation display
• Voice recognition display
• Instrument panel brightness adjust- ment display
■Ring position memory
Select to change the meter ring posi-
tion when the engine 
started.
The position before the engine 
tion can be selected.
■Accent color
Select to change the accent color on 
the screen, such as the cursor color.
■Rev indicator
Select to set the rev indicator on/off.
When set to on, proceed to select the 
engine speed at which the rev indicator 
will be displayed.
■Rev peak
Select to set the rev peak on/off.
■Clock
Select to switch between 12-hour dis-
play and 24-hour display.
■Initialization
Select to reset the meter display set-
tings.
■Suspension of the settings display
In the following situations, operation of the 
settings display will be temporarily sus-
pended.
●When a warning message appears on the 
multi-information display
●When the vehicle begins to move
■Customization
The settings can be changed on   of the 
multi-information display.
●Settings of the driving assist systems 
(  P.405)
●Vehicle settings ( P.94, 295, 318, 320, 
405)
WARNING
■Cautions during setting up the dis-
play
As the engine 
be running 
the display, ensure that the vehicle is 
parked in a place with adequate ventila-
tion. In a closed area such as a garage, 
exhaust gases including harmful carbon 
monoxide (CO) may collect and enter 
the vehicle. This may lead to death or a 
serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■While setting up the display
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, 
ensure that the engine  is running 
display features. 

2775-6. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
5-6.Using the other interior features
1To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
2 To set the visor in the side position, 
flip down, unhook, and swing it to 
the side.
Open the cover.
The light turns on when the cover is 
opened.
The GPS clock’s time is automatically 
adjusted by utilizing GPS time infor-
mation.
For details, refer to the “NAVIGATION 
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Please use as a power supply for elec-
tronic goods that use less than 12 
VDC/10 A (power consumption of 
120 W).
Open the lid.
■The power outlet can be used when
The engine switch 
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode 
■LC500: When turning the engine 
switch off
Disconnect electrical devices with charging 
functions, such as mobile battery packs.
Other interior features
Sun visors
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than 
necessary when the  engine 
Clock
Power outlet 

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. 

3707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
remove the cover in the center of 
the rear seat.
3 Insert the mechanical key into the 
cylinder and turn it clockwise to 
open. The glove box can be opened by per-
forming the following
 operations after 
unlocking the doors.
If the glove box is locked, unlock it with the 
mechanical key. ( P.273)
1 Remove the cover using a flathead 
screwdriver.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover the 
tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
2Push the flathead screwdriver into 
the part shown in the illustration to 
open the glove box.
■After opening the glove box
The glove box can be opened normally by 
closing the glove box after restarting the 
engine 
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) 
WARNING
■After unlocking the trunk
Make sure to put back the cover to the 
center of the rear seat. Failure to do so 
may cause an accident.
NOTICE
■When installing the cover in the cen-
ter of the rear seat
Make sure that the seat belts are not 
caught in the cover. Failure to do so may 
cause damage to the cover installation 
clip and make it impossible to install the 
cover.
Opening the glove box
Restarting the engine 

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 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