2021 Lexus LC500C Open trunk

1093-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Before driving
WARNING
■Caution regarding interference with
electronic devices
●People with implantable cardiac pace-
makers, cardiac resynchronization
therapy-pacemakers or implantable
cardioverter defibrillators should keep
away from the smart access system
with push-button start antennas.
( P.103)
The radio waves may affect the opera-
tion of such devices. If necessary, the
entry function can be disabled. Ask
your Lexus dealer for details, such as
the frequency of radio waves and tim-
ing of the emitted radio waves. Then,
consult your doctor to see if you
should disable the entry function.
●Users of any electrical medical device
other than implantable cardiac pace-
makers, cardiac resynchronization
therapy-pacemakers or implantable
cardioverter defibrillators should con-
sult the manufacturer of the device for
information about its operation under
the influence of radio waves.
Radio waves could have unexpected
effects on the operation of such medi-
cal devices.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details on dis-
abling the entry function.

1273-6. Opening and closing the soft top roof
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Before driving
Opening/closing status of the soft top roof
will be displayed on the multi-information
display.
When the operation of the soft top roof has
completed, the bar will turn to gray and the
buzzer will sound.
To close the side windows and rear quarter
windows, press the power window switch.
( P.122)
■Operational conditions
●The vehicle speed is less than approxi-
mately 31 mph (50 km/h) (However, it is
recommended that the soft top roof is
opened or closed when the vehicle is
stopped.)
●The engine is running (The soft top roof
can operate with the engine switch in
ON, however, in order to prevent battery
discharge, it is recommended to start the
engine.)
●The trunk lid is closed
■Situations in which the soft top roof
operation stops partway
In the following situation, operation of the
soft top roof stops partway.
●When releasing the roof switch while the
soft top roof is operating
●The vehicle speed is approximately 31
mph (50 km/h) or higher.
●If there is a malfunction in the system
●When operate the soft top roof repeat-
edly in a short period of time
●If the battery is discharged
■Situations in which the soft top roof may
not operate properly
In the following situation, the soft top roof
may not operate properly.
●When the jam protection function or
catch protection function of the power
windows operates
●When starting the en gine while operating
the roof switch (The so ft top roof that is
operating stops partway or returns to the
previous position.)
●If the roof switch has not been operated
for a long period of time during the oper-
ation of the soft top roof. (“Soft Top
Operation Not Completed Soft Top Will
Move Soon” is displayed on the multi-
information display for approximately 10
seconds, and then the soft top will move
slowly.)
●When the roof switch is operated on a
steep incline or large step
●When driving on uneven road surfaces
●In strong wind
■Switch operation when the operational
conditions are not met
If the soft top roof is fully closed and the
vehicle is stopped, continuously operating
the roof switch can operate the side win-
dows and rear quarter windows only even if
the operational conditions of the soft top
roof are not met
■While the soft top roof is operating
●The trunk opener switch cannot be oper-
ated. Press the switch after the operation
of the soft top roof has been completed.
(  P.101)
●The side windows and rear quarter win-
dows cannot be operated using the
power window switch or all window con-
trol switch. They can be operated when
the soft top roof operation partway stops,
however, they cannot be fully closed.
■If water splashes on the soft top roof,
such as in the rain or in a car wash
Wipe away any water before opening the
soft top roof. To prevent wrinkles, it is rec-
ommended to open the soft top roof after it
has completely dried.
■Soft top roof open warning buzzer
A buzzer sounds if opening or closing the
soft top roof is not completed. Open or
close the soft top roof as soon as possible.
■If a battery terminal has been discon-
nected and reconnected
If “Soft Top Operation Not Completed” is
displayed on the multi-information display
after the engine has been started, perform
the following procedure.

1283-6. Opening and closing the soft top roof
When the soft top roof of the rear win-
dow side stops near the fully closing posi-
tion.
1 Operate the roof switch to open the
soft top roof, and release the switch with
the luggage cover opened.
2 Operate the roof switch to fully close
the soft top roof.
When the rear soft top roof stops near
the fully opening position.
Operate the roof switch to fully close the soft top roof.
If the luggage cover does not operate by
performing the procedure above, check
that a warning message is displayed on the
multi-information display or the operational
conditions are met. If
the luggage cover still
does not operate, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■If the soft top roof cannot be operated properly when the roof switch is operated
In the following situations, perform the actions specified in the table, and then operate the
switch again.
●Soft top roof operation stops partway
SituationWarning messageAction
The engine switch is
turned to OFF or
ACC while the soft
top roof is operating.
-Start the engine, or turn the engine switch
to ON, and then operate the roof switch.
The vehicle speed
exceeds approxi-
mately 31 mph (50
km/h) while the soft
top roof is operating.
“SLOW DOWN to
Compelete Soft Top
Operation”Decelerate to approximately 31 mph (50
km/h), and then operate the roof switch.
The trunk lid is
opened using the
mechanical key while
the soft top roof is
operating.
-Close the trunk lid, and then operate the
roof switch.
A collision is
detected.-Contact your Lexus dealer.
The catch protection
function of a power
window is activated.
- P.123
The soft top roof is
operated manually.
“SLOW DOWN to
Compelete Soft Top
Operation”
“Soft Top Operation
Not Completed”Manually return the soft top roof to the
previous position. If the soft top roof cannot
be operated, repeat opening and closing
operations several times.

1293-6. Opening and closing the soft top roof
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Before driving
●Soft top roof operation does not start
The outside tempera-
ture is low.-Operate the roof switch again.
The voltage of the
battery drops.-Start the engine, and then operate the roof
switch.
A thing is put in the
operating range of the
soft top roof, which
prevents the soft top
roof from operating.
-
Remove the thing on the upper part of the
windshield frame, luggage cover, storing
space of the soft top roof.
The vehicle is driven
in the strong head
wind with the soft top
roof not fully closed.
-
Partway open the soft top roof after stop-
ping or decelerating the vehicle, and then
close it.
The soft top roof is
malfunctioning.“Soft Top System Mal-
function See Owner’s
Manual”If the soft top roof cannot be operated
even when operating the switch several
times, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
SituationWarning messageAction
The engine switch is
turned to OFF or
ACC.
-Start the engine or tu rn the engine switch
to ON, and then operate the roof switch.
The vehicle is driven
at the speed of
approximately 31 mph
(50 km/h) or higher.“Soft Top System
Unavailable Speed
must be under
50km/h”
Decelerate to approximately 31 mph (50
km/h), and then operate the roof switch.
The trunk lid is
opened.“Soft Top System
Unavailable Close
Trunk Lid”Close the trunk lid, and then operate the
roof switch.
The voltage of the
battery drops.“Soft Top System
Unavailable Low
Power”Start the engine, and then operate the roof
switch.
SituationWarning messageAction

1333-6. Opening and closing the soft top roof
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Before driving
WARNING
●When exiting the vehicle, turn the
engine switch off, carry the key and
exit the vehicle along with the child.
There may be accidental operation,
due to mischief, etc., that may possibly
lead to an accident.
■While the vehicle is driven
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious
injury or an accident.
●Do not operate the soft top roof more
than necessary.
●Do not drive the vehicle with the soft
top roof half-opened.
●Do not stand on the seat, sit on the
package tray ( P.40), or lean out of
the vehicle.
■When a child is in the vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
●Do not allow a child operate the soft
top roof.
●Never let a child sit in the storing
space of the soft top roof.
●Keep children away from the movable
range of the soft top roof.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the soft top
roof
●Make sure that ther e is no obstacle
within a height of 25.6 in. (65 cm)
from the soft top roof.
Also, be careful when passing a place
with height restriction, such as a tunnel
or underground passage.
●Do not put anything in the storing
space of the soft top roof.
●Do not sit on or put luggage on the soft
top roof or luggage cover.
●When there is snow or luggage on the
soft top roof or luggage cover, remove
it before operating the roof switch.
●Do not open or close the soft top roof
when anything is put on the trunk lid.
●Do not close the soft top roof when
anything is put on the upper part of the
windshield frame.
●Do not open or close the soft top roof
when the outside temperature is
23.0°F (-5°C) or lower or the side
windows and rear quarter windows
are frozen.
●Do not leave the soft top roof not fully
opened or closed for a long period of
time.
●Do not leave the soft top roof opened
for a long period of time. The soft top
roof may have wrinkles or deteriorate.
●When opening the trunk lid using the
mechanical key, full y open or close the
soft top roof.
●Do not install a roof luggage carrier to
the soft top roof.
●Do not operate the soft top roof manu-
ally except in an emergency.
(  P.338)

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Interior features
Interior features
5-1. Remote TouchRemote Touch ............................ 226
5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge Lexus Climate Concierge ..... 230
5-3. Using the air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning system........................................................ 232
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators/neck heat-
ers ................................................. 240
5-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list......................... 244
5-5. Using the storage features List of storage features............ 246
Trunk features............................. 248
5-6. Using the other interior features Other interior features ........... 249
Garage door opener............... 250

2465-5. Using the storage features
5-5.Using the storage features
Glove box (P.246)
Auxiliary net
Door pockets
Console box/auxiliary box
( P.247)
Cup holder ( P.247) 1
Open (press the glove box opener)
2
Unlock with the mechanical key
3
Lock with the mechanical key
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the tail
lights are on.
■Trunk opener main switch
 P.103
■If the battery is discharged
The glove box cannot be opened as usual.
Refer to P.333 to open the glove box.
List of storage features
Location of the storage features
WARNING
■Items that should not be left in the
vehicle
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray
cans in the storage spaces, as this may
cause the following when cabin tempera-
ture becomes high:
●Glasses may be deformed by heat or
cracked if they come into contact with
other stored items.
A
B
C
D
E
●Lighters or spray ca ns may explode. If
they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire
or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.
■When storage compartments are not
in use
When driving or when the storage com-
partments are not in use, keep the lids
closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden
swerving, an accident may occur due to
an occupant being struck by an open lid
or the items stored inside.
Glove box

2796-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
The battery is located in the trunk.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following
precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on
the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the char-
ger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the bat-
tery
●Unlocking the doors using the smart
access system with pu sh-button start may
not be possible immediately after recon-
necting the battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
●Start the engine with the engine switch in
ACC. The engine may not start with the
engine switch turned off. However, the
engine will operate normally from the
second attempt.
●The engine switch mode is recorded by
the vehicle. If the battery is reconnected,
the vehicle will return the engine switch
mode to the status it was in before the
battery was disconnected. Make sure to
turn off the engine switch before discon-
nect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery if the engine
switch mode prior to discharge is
unknown.
If the engine will not st art even after multiple
attempts at all methods above, contact your
Lexus dealer.
Battery
Location
WARNING
■Chemicals in the battery
The battery contains poisonous and cor-
rosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death or
serious injury, take the following precau-
tions while working on or near the bat-
tery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the
battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the
battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective sa fety glasses when
working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the battery.
■Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open
area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is
insufficient ventilation.
■How to recharge the battery
Recharge at a current of 5 A or less and
make sure that the recharging period
does not exceed a total of 12 hours.