2021 Lexus LC500C sport mode

722-1. Instrument cluster
■Operation indicators
Turn signal indicator
( P.156)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator ( P.161)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator ( P.161)
Headlight high beam indica-
tor ( P.163)
Automatic High Beam indica-
tor
*1 (  P.164)
Cruise control indicator
*2
(  P.194)
Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator
*2 (  P.194)
Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor
*2 (  P.194)
(white)
LKA indicator*2 ( P.186)
(green)
LKA indicator*2 ( P.186)
(orange)
LKA indicator*2, 3 ( P.186)
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist indica-
tor ( P.204)
Slip indicator
*1, 3 (  P.219)
VSC OFF indicator
*1
(  P.219)
PCS warning light
*1, 4
(  P.179)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror indi-
cators
*5, 6 (  P.209)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
indicator ( P.209)
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert) indicator ( P.209)
Brake hold standby indica-
tor
*1 (  P.159)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor
*1 (  P.159)
Security indicator
*7 (  P.63,
65)
Smart access system with
push-button start indicator
*2
(  P.331)
Low outside temperature
indicator
*2, 8 (  P.75)
Eco Driving Indicator Light
*1
(  P.73)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
( P.157)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( P.157)
Snow mode indicator
(  P.154)
“Normal” indicator
*2
(  P.203)
“Eco” indicator
*2 (  P.203)
“Sport S” indicator
*2
(  P.203)
“Sport S+” indicator
*2
(  P.203)
“Comfort” indicator
*2
(  P.203)

742-1. Instrument cluster
Zone of Eco driving
Eco Driving Indicator will not operate
under the following conditions:
●The shift position is in any position other
than D.
●A paddle shift switch is operated.
●The driving mode is SPORT S mode or
SPORT S+ mode.
●The vehicle speed is approximately 80
mph (130 km/h) or higher.
D

1514-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
the multi-information display and the vehi-
cle will go into transmission protection
mode automatically. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■When driving with dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed range activated
Even when performing the following
actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not be acti-
vated because dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range will not be
canceled.
●While driving in the D position, down-
shifting to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 or 4.
●When switching the driving mode to
sport mode while driving in D position.
(  P.203)
■Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start
Control)
 P.137
■AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatica lly selects the suit-
able gear according to driver performance
and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when
the shift position is in D. (Shifting the shift
position to M cancels the function.)
■If a message about a shift operation is
shown
To prevent the shift position from being
selected incorrectly or the vehicle from
moving unexpectedly, the shift position may
be changed automatically or operating the
shift lever may be required. In this case,
change the shift positi on following the mes-
sages on the multi-information display.
■After recharging/reconnecting the bat-
tery
 P.279
■Customization
Settings (e.g. revers e warning buzzer) can
be changed. (Customizable features:
 P.367)
WARNING
■When driving on slippery road sur-
faces
Do not accelerate or shift the shift posi-
tion suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may
cause the vehicle to sp in or skid, resulting
in an accident.
NOTICE
■Situations where sh ift control system
malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs,
shift control system malfunctions are
possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place on level ground, apply the parking
brake, and then contact your Lexus
dealer.
●When the warning message indicating
the shift control system appears on the
multi-information display.
●The display indicates that no shift posi-
tion is selected for more than a few
seconds.

2034-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
1Normal mode/Custom mode
Normal mode and custom mode are
selected by pressing the driving mode
select switch. Each time the switch is
pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and custom mode.
When custom mode is selected, the “Cus-
tom” indicator comes on.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
•Normal mode
Provides an optimal ba lance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
When the shift position is in D, an appropri-
ate gear for sporty driving may automati- cally be selected according to driver
performance and driving conditions.
• Custom mode
Allows you to drive with the power train,
chassis and air conditioning system func-
tions set to your preferred settings.
Custom mode settings can only be
changed on the drive mode customization
display of the Center Display. (
P.227)
2 Comfort mode
By controlling the suspension, riding com-
fort is further enhanced. Suitable for city
driving.
When not in comfort mode and the driving
mode select switch is turned forward, the
“Comfort” indicator comes on.
3Eco drive mode
Helps the driver acce lerate in an eco-
friendly manner and improve fuel economy
through moderate thro ttle characteristics
and by controlling the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cooling).
When in comfort mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned forward, the “Eco”
indicator comes on.
4 Sport mode
•SPORT S mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode is suitable for when agile driving
response is desired, such as when driving
on roads with many curves.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
“Sport S” indicator comes on.
•SPORT S+ mode
Provides earlier downshift timing than
SPORT S mode in order to maintain a high
engine speed and provides faster gear
changes. This mode also changes the
steering feel, susp ension control and
VDIM control, making it suitable for pow-
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
Selecting the driving mode

2044-5. Using the driving support systems
erful sporty driving.
When in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
“Sport S+” indicator comes on.
■Operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cool-
ing operations and fan speed of the air con-
ditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency.
To improve air condit ioning performance,
perform the following operations:
●Turn off eco air conditioning mode
(  P.237)
●Adjust the fan speed ( P.235)
●Turn off Eco drive mode ( P.203)
■Automatic deactivation of sport mode
and custom mode
If the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in sport mode or custom mode, the
drive mode will be changed to normal
mode.
■Driving mode pop-up display
When the driving mode is changed, the
selected driving mode will be temporarily
displayed on the side display. ( P.229)
For custom mode, select “Setting” on the
display to customize the driving mode.
*: If equipped
■Types of sensors
Front corner sensors
Front center sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors
■Display
When the sensors detect an obstacle, a
graphic is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, head-up display and Cen-
ter Display depending on the position
and distance to the obstacle.
 Multi-information display and head-
Intuitive parking assist*
The distance from your vehicle to
nearby obstacles when parallel
parking or maneuvering into a
garage is measured by the sensors
and communicated via the multi-
information display, head-up dis-
play (if equipped), Center Display
and a buzzer. Always check the sur-
rounding area when using this sys-
tem.
System components
A
B
C
D

3778-2. Customization
8
Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle customization
●When the Smart access system with
push-button start is off, the entry unlock
function cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after
unlocking the doors and the timer acti-
vated automatic door lock function acti-
vates, signals will be generated in
accordance with the operation buzzer
volume and operational signal (Emer-
gency flashers) function setting.
●Some settings can be changed using a
switch or the audio system screen. If a
setting is changed using a switch, the
changed setting will not be reflected on
the audio system screen until the engine
switch is turned off and then to ON.
Chassis control in custom modeNormalSportOComfort
Air conditioning operation in cus-
tom modeNormalEcoO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized settingABC

402Alphabetical index
Side windows .................................................. 122
Slip indicator ....................................................316
Smart access system with push-button start.................................................................. 103Antenna location......................................... 103
Entry functions................................................ 96
Starting the engine ......................................146
Snow mode ......................................................154
Snow tires ....................................................... 223
Soft top roof ..................................................... 126 Luggage cover ............................................. 126
Operation........................................................ 126
Spark plug ...................................................... 353
Specifications ................................................ 350
Speedometer ....................................................75
Sport mode .................................................... 203
Steering lock Column lock release..................................146
Steering lock system warning message...........................................................................146
Steering wheel ................................................. 117 Adjustment........................................................117
Heated steering wheel............................ 240
Power easy access system .......................112
Steering wheel position memory ..........112
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs................................303
Storage feature ............................................ 246
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck................ 347
Sun visors ........................................................ 249
Switches “SOS” button .................................................. 56
All window control switch....................... 122
Automatic High Beam system..............164
Brake Hold switch ..................................... 159
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch........210
Door lock switches ...................................... 98
Driving mode select switch .................. 203
Driving position memory switches .......112
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range switch .................................194 Emergency flashers switch .................. 306
Engine switch ................................................ 146
Garage door opener switches.......... 250
Heated steering wheel switch .............240
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............85
Ignition switch ............................................... 146
Instrument panel light control switch .. 78
Intuitive parking assist switch .............. 205
Light switches ................................................. 161
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) switch ...188
Meter control switches ............................. 80
Neck heater switches ..............................240
Outside rear view mirror switches ...... 119
Paddle shift switches .......................154, 155
Parking brake switch..................................157
PCS OFF switch ........................................... 181
Power door lock switch ............................98
Power window switches .......................... 122
Rear window and outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers switch ............................ 232
Roof switch......................................................126
Seat heater switches.................................240
Seat ventilator switches ..........................240
Snow mode switch..................................... 154
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ............................................................... 117
Tire pressure warning reset switch.. 286
Trunk opener main switch...................... 103
Trunk opener switch ................................... 101
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch.... 194
VSC OFF switch .........................................219
Window lock switch.................................. 125
Windshield wiper and washer switch167
Windshield wiper de-icer switch.......236
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Tachometer....................................................... 75 Variable red zone......................................... 76
Tail lights............................................................. 161 Light switch ...................................................... 161
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 303
Theft deterrent system