2021 LEXUS LS500 display

4297-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Pop Up Hood warning light (warning buzzer)
■ABS warning light (warning buzzer)
■Inappropriate pedal operation warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the Pop Up Hood system has operated
The Pop Up Hood system cannot be reused once it has operated.
Have it replaced by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the Pop Up Hood system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in:
The Brake Override System
 The Drive-Start Control
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Indicates that the shift position was changed and Drive-Start Control
was operated while depressi ng the accelerator pedal.
 Momentarily release th e accelerator pedal.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed
simultaneously, and the Brake Override System is operating.
 Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.

4317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer)*
*: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:
The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently
for a certain period of time, af ter the seat belt is fastened and unfastened and the vehicle
reaches a certain speed.
■Tire pressure warning light
■LTA indicator (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(except F SPORT models)
(F SPORT models)
Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
 Fasten the seat belt.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When the light comes on after blinking for approximately 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
 Have the system checked by your Lexus dealer.
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
 Natural causes
 Flat tire
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.434)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(orange)
Indicates a malfunction in th e LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.250)

4327-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■RCD OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■PCS warning light
■Slip indicator
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped)
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the function temporarily cannot be used due to the cam-
era being dirty, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.282, 436)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes or illumi-
nates)
When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Collision System).
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavailable,
corrective action may be necessary.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.207, 213, 436)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.
 P.227, 234
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The VSC system;
 The TRAC system;
 The hill-start assist control system;
 The VGRS system (if equipped); or
 The DRS system (if equipped)
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

4367-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below
may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehi-
cle specifications.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level is low. Check the level
of the 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 mes-
sage disappears.
■If “Engine Stoppe d Steering Power
Low” is displayed
This message is displa yed if the engine is stopped while driving.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, gr
ip the steering wheel
firmly and operate it using more force than
usual.
■If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery”
is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic
power off function. Next time when starting
the engine, increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain that level for approxi-
mately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.
■If “Headlight System Malfunction Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
The following systems may be malfunction-
ing. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
●The LED headlight system
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
●The automatic headlight leveling system
●AHB (Automatic High Beam)
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable
See Owner's Manual” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range system is suspended tem-
porarily or until the problem shown in the
message is re solved. (causes and coping
methods: P.207, 213)
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is
displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range system cannot be used
temporarily. Use the system when it
becomes available again.
■If a message that indicates the malfunc-
tion of front camera is displayed
The following systems may be suspended
until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. ( P.207, 213, 432)
●PCS (Pre-Collision system)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
●RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)
●AHB (Automatic High Beam)
If a warning message is dis-
played
The multi-information display
shows warnings for system malfunc-
tions and incorrectly performed
operations, and messages that indi-
cate a need for maintenance.
When a message is displayed, per-
form the appropriate corrective
action for the message.
If a warning message is displayed
again after the appropriate actions
have been performed, contact your
Lexus dealer.
Additionally, if a warning light
comes on or flashes at the same
time that a warning message is dis-
played, take the appropriate cor-
rective action for the warning light.
( P.427)

4377-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is dis-
played
Indicates that all maintenance according to
the driven distance on the maintenance
schedule
* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles
(7200 km) after the message has been
reset. If necessary, perform maintenance.
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.374)
*: Refer to the separa te “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is required to
correspond to the driven distance on the
maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles
(8000 km) after the message has been
reset. (The indicator will not work properly
unless the message ha s been reset.) Per-
form the necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the maintenance is
performed. ( P.374)
*: Refer to the separa te “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil should be
scheduled to be changed.
Check the engine oil and change it if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, make
sure to reset the message. ( P.387)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed.
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the
engine oil, make sure to reset the message.
(  P.387)
■If “Shift System Malfunction Driving
Unavailable” is displayed
There is a malfunction in the shift control
system. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
■If a message that indicates the need for
the shift lever operation is displayed
To prevent the shift le ver from being oper-
ated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that requires shift-
ing the shift position may be displayed on
the multi-information display. In that case,
follow the instruction of the message and
shift the shift position.
■If a message that indicates the need for
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■If a message that indicates the need for
referring to Owner’ s Manual is dis-
played
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display,
follow the instructions.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.449)
•“Battery Low” ( P.444)
• “Transmission Fluid Temp High” ( P.179)
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc- tion”
• “Shift System Malfunction”
• “P Switch Malfunction”
• “Shift System Unavailable”
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfun ction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”

4387-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Take your vehicle to the nearest Lexus
dealer or authorized tire dealer as
soon as possible if any tire goes flat.
For XXX/XXRXX size tires
The vehicle can be driven for a maximum
of 50 miles (80 km) at a speed below 50
mph (80 km/h) after the tire pressure
warning light comes on. (P.431)
For XXX/XXRFXX size tires
The vehicle can be driven for a maximum
of 100 miles (160 km) at a speed below 50
mph (80 km/h) after the tire pressure
warning light comes on. ( P.431)
A run-flat tire has a or mark
on the side wall.
NOTICE
■If “High Power Consumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
displayed frequently
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is not equipped with a
spare tire, but instead you can con-
tinue driving the vehicle with
run-flat tires even if any tire goes
flat.
In this case, slow down and drive
with extra caution.
Run-flat tires

4437-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Key linked functions
1 Closes the windows and the moon
roof
* or panoramic moon roof* (turn
and hold)
2 Opens the windows and the moon
roof
* or panoramic moon roof* (turn
and hold)
These settings must be customized at your
Lexus dealer.
*:If equipped
1 Depress the brake pedal.
2 Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch will
turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in custom-
ization setting, the engine switch will turn
to ACCESSORY mode.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
4 Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot
be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position
to P and press the engine switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Electronic key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately
when the battery is depleted. ( P.410)
■Alarm (for Canada)
If a door or trunk is unlocked using the
mechanical key when the alarm system is
set, the alarm may be triggered. ( P.66)
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and
operating the power windows or the
moon roof or panoramic moon roof
Operate the power window or the moon
roof or panoramic moon roof after
checking to make sure that there is no
possibility of any passe nger having any of
their body parts caught in the window or
the moon roof or panoramic moon roof.
Also, do not allow ch ildren to operate the
mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in
the power window or the moon roof or
panoramic moon roof.
Starting the engine

4497-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
1Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the engine.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
WARNING
■After recharging the battery
Have the battery inspected at your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
If the battery is dete riorating, continued
use may cause the battery to emit a mal-
odorous gas, which may be detrimental
to the health of passengers.
■When replacing the battery
●When the vent plug and indicator are
close to the hold down clamp, the bat-
tery fluid (sulfuric acid) may leak.
●For information regarding battery
replacement, contact your Lexus
dealer.
●After replacing, securely attach the
exhaust hose and exhaust hole plug to
the exhaust hole of the replaced bat-
tery. If not properly installed, gases
(hydrogen) may leak into the vehicle
interior, and there is the possible dan-
ger of the gas igniting and exploding.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables,
ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fan or engine drive
belt.
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
The exclusive jump starting terminal is to
be used when charging the battery from
another vehicle in an emergency. It can-
not be used to jump start another vehicle.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
 The engine coolant temperature
gauge ( P.75, 78) is in the red
zone or a loss of engine power is
experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)
 “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop
in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the
multi-information display.
 Steam comes out from under the
hood.
Correction procedures