2021 LEXUS LS500 sport mode

2184-5. Using the driving support systems
■Enabling/disabling the pre-colli-
sion system
The pre-collision system can be
enabled/disabled on ( P.82) of
the multi-information display.
The system is automa tically enabled each
time the engine switch is turned to IGNI-
TION ON mode.
If the system is disabled, the PCS warn-
WARNING
• In some situations, while the active steering assist is operating, operation
of the function may be canceled if the
accelerator pedal is depressed
strongly or the steering wheel is turned
and the system determines that the
driver is taking evasive action.
• When the active steering assist is operating, if the stee ring wheel is held
firmly or is operated in the opposite
direction to that which the system is
generating torque, the function may be
canceled.
• If the brake pedal is depressed, the sys- tem may determine that the driver is
taking evasive action and the active
steering assist operation may be
delayed.
■Active Asssit for seat belts
If the Active Assist has operated and the
seat belts are locked in a retracted posi-
tion, immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place, release and retract the seat
belts to unlock them and then fasten
them again.
Also, if a seat belt can be loosened, it can
be unlocked by slightly retracting it with-
out releasing it.
■When to disable the pre-collision sys-
tem
In the following situations, disable the
system, as it may not operate properly,
possibly leading to an accident resulting
in death or serious injury:
●When the vehicle is being towed
●When your vehicle is towing another
vehicle
●When transporting the vehicle via
truck, boat, train or similar means of
transportation
●When the vehicle is raised on a lift with
the engine running and the tires are
allowed to rotate freely
●When inspecting the vehicle using a
drum tester such as a chassis dyna-
mometer or speedometer tester, or
when using an on vehicle wheel bal-
ancer
●When a strong impact has been
applied to the front bumper, rear
bumper or front grille, due to an acci-
dent or other reasons
●If the vehicle cannot be driven in a sta-
ble manner, such as when the vehicle
has been in an accid ent or is malfunc-
tioning
●When the vehicle is driven in a sporty
manner or off-road
●When the tires are not properly
inflated
●When the tires are very worn
●When tires of a size other than speci-
fied are installed
●When tire chains are installed
●When a compact spare tire or an
emergency tire punctu re repair kit is
used
●If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may
obstruct a radar sensor or the front
camera is temporarily installed to the
vehicle
Changing settings of the pre-col-
lision system

2994-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
Vehicles without Adaptive Variable
Suspension System
1 Normal mode
Provides an optimal ba lance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
2 Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through moderate throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When not in Eco drive mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
Eco drive mode indicator will come on.
3Sport mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode also changes the steering feel, mak-
ing it suitable for when agile driving
response is desired, such as when driving on roads with many curves.
When not in sport mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned forward, the
sport mode indicator will comes on.
Vehicles with Adaptive Variable
Suspension System
Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models
1 Normal 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 normal mode is selected, the normal
mode indicator comes on.
When custom mode is selected, the cus-
tom mode 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.
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
Selecting a drive mode
A
B

3004-5. Using the driving support systems
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 powertrain,
chassis and air conditioning system func-
tions set to your preferred settings. Cus-
tom mode settings can only be changed on
the drive mode customization display of
the Center Display. ( P.316)
2 Comfort mode
By controlling the suspension, riding com-
fort is further enhanc ed. Suitable for city
driving.
When not in comfort mode and the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
comfort mode indicator comes on.
3 Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through moderate throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When in comfort mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned backward, the Eco
drive mode indicator comes on.
4Sport 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 forward, the
Sport S mode indicator comes on.
•Sport S+ mode
Helps to ensure stee ring performance and
driving stability by simultaneously con- trolling the steering and suspension in
addition to the transmission and engine.
Suitable for sportier driving.
When in Sport S mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned forward, the Sport
S+ mode indicator comes on.
■If the driving mode select switch is oper-
ated while the opening screen is being
displayed
If the driving mode sele ct switch is operated
while the opening screen is being displayed,
the driving mode will be changed and the
meter display will chan ge accordingly after
the opening screen operation has com-
pleted.
■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.328)
●Adjust the fan speed ( P.323)
●Turn off Eco drive mode
■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.317)

4217-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
7-2.Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be
towed
If towing is necessary, we recom-
mend having your vehicle towed by
your Lexus dealer or commercial
towing service, using a wheel-lift
type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all
towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing your vehicle with a
wheel-lift type truck from the front,
the vehicle’s rear wheels and axles
must be in good conditions.
(  P.423, 421) If they are dam-
aged, use a towing dolly or flatbed
truck.
For AWD models: If towing your
vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck,
use a towing dolly. ( P.423, 421)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
2WD models
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged or an accident
may occur due to a change in direction
of the vehicle.
AWD models
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the driv etrain or related
parts may be damaged, the vehicle may
fly off the truck.

4317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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)

4568-1. Specifications
8-1.Specifications
*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: Without electronically modulated air suspension
*3: With electronically modulated air suspension
*4:Except F SPORT models
*5:F SPORT models
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identifica- tion number for your Lexus. It is used in
registering the ownership of your vehi-
cle.
This number is stamped on the top left
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length206.1 in. (5235 mm)
Overall width74.8 in. (1900 mm)
Overall height*1
2WD models57.5 in. (1460 mm)*2
57.1 in. (1450 mm)*3
AWD models57.9 in. (1470 mm)*2
57.5 in. (1460 mm)*3
Wheelbase123.0 in. (3125 mm)
Tread*1
Front
2WD models64.2 in. (1630 mm)
AWD models64.2 in. (1630 mm)*2
64.4 in. (1635 mm)*3
Rear64.4 in. (1635 mm)*4
63.6 in. (1615 mm)*5
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)870 lb. (395 kg)
Seating capacity
Seating capacity5 (Front 2, Rear 3)
Vehicle identification

4788-2. Customization
*1: For details about each function: P.87
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3:F SPORT models
■Head-up Display* ( P.89)
Drive information 1
Current fuel con-
sumption
Customizable
items:  P.84—O——
Average fuel
economy (after reset)
Drive information 2
Distance (driving range)
Average vehicle speed (after reset)
Clock12-hour display24-hour display—O——
Pop-up displayOnOff—O——
Accent colorColor 1Color 2OO——
Rev indicator*35000 r/min.
2000 - 6400 r/min.
—O——
Off
Rev peak*3OnOff—O——
Eco Driving Indicator LightOnOff—O——
Suggestion functionOn
On (when the vehicle is stopped)
O——O
Off
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set- ting
Gauge informationTachometer
Eco Driving Indi-cator
—O——
No content
Function*1Default settingCustomized set- tingABCD
ABCD

4878-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Driving mode select switch (P.299)
*:If equipped
■Electronically modulated air suspension* ( P.301)
*:If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P.323)
■Seat heater/seat ventilators*1 ( P.336)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
Powertrain control in custom
mode
*NormalPowerO———Eco
Chassis control in custom
mode
*NormalSportO———Comfort
Air conditioning operation in
custom mode
*NormalEcoO———
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Vehicle height controlOnOff—O——
Ingress/egress height control
functionOnOff—O——
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffO——O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3O——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Driver’s seat temperature
preference in automatic
mode
Standard-2 (cooler) to 2 (warmer)O——O
Passenger’s seat tempera-
ture preference in automatic
mode
Standard-2 (cooler) to 2 (warmer)O——O
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD