2021 LEXUS LS500 maintenance

4377-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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”

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Vehicle specifications
Vehicle specifications
.8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .............................................. 456
Fuel information ......................... 465
Tire information.......................... 467
8-2. Customization Customizable features............ 476
8-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................ 490

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

4908-3. Initialization
8-3.Initialization
*:If equipped
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the battery being reconnected, or maintenance being performed on
the vehicle:
List of items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake)
*• After reconnecting or changing the batteryP.288
Intuitive parking assist*• After reconnecting or changing the batteryP.275
Message indicating
maintenance is
required
• After maintenance is performedP.374
Oil maintenance• After maintenance is performedP.387
Tire pressure warning
system
• When the tire inflation pressure is changed, such as when changing trav-
eling speed or load weight.
• When the tire inflation pressure is changed, such as when the tire size is
changed.
• When rotating the tires.
• After performing the transmitter ID code registration procedure.
P.399
Lexus parking assist
monitor
*
• Battery has been reinstalled.
• The steering wheel has been moved while the battery was being reinstalled.
• Battery power is low.Refer to the “NAVI-
GATION AND MUL- TIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”.
Panoramic view moni-
tor
*
• Battery has been reinstalled.
• The steering wheel has been moved while the battery was being reinstalled.
• Battery power is low.Refer to the “NAVI-
GATION AND MUL- TIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”.

509Alphabetical Index
Digital Rearview Mirror..............................143
Dimension ...................................................... 456
Dinghy towing................................................. 173
DisplayCenter Display..............................................316
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................................... 254
Head-up display ........................................... 89
Intuitive parking assist...............................272
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).................... 244
Multi-information display .......................... 82
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians) .............................................. 296
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ..........281
RCTA .............................................................. 279
Warning message..................................... 436
Distance until next engine oil change76, 81
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 375
Door courtesy lights ................................... 340
Door lock Doors.................................................................102
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 113
Wireless remote control......................... 100
Doors Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ........................................................... 106
Door closer ................................................... 105
Door glasses ..................................................153
Door lock.........................................................102
Open door warning bu zzer ...... 103, 105
Outside rear view mirrors ....................... 151
Rear door child-protectors ................... 105
Drive distance .................................................. 84
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 .............................. 84
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory.........................133
Memory recall function ............................135
Power easy access system .....................133
Drive-Start Control (DSC) .......................170
Driving Break-in tips .................................................. 165 Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving mode select switch ..................299
Procedures .................................................... 164
Winter drive tips ........................................ 309
Driving information display ........................ 84
Driving position memory............................133 Memory recall function............................ 135
Power easy access system .................... 133
Driving range ................................................... 84
Driving support system information display ............................................................................. 87
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) .............. 304
DSC (Drive-Start Control) .......................170
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .............................. 251, 254Warning message .....................................263
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) .............. 304
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys-
tem) ................................................................ 304
Eco Driving Indicator............................85, 93
Eco Driving Indicator Light ........................ 85
EDR (Event data recorder) ........................... 8
Elapsed time ..................................................... 84
Electric Power Steering (EPS) .............. 304 Warning light .............................................. 430
Electronic key .................................................. 98 Battery-saving function.............................. 114
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....................................................... 442
Replacing the battery ................................ 410
Electronic roof sunshade Jam protection function ........................... 160
Operation ....................................................... 158
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............................................................ 304
Electronically modulated air suspension ........................................................................... 301
Emergency flashers ..................................... 418
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds................... 427

510Alphabetical Index
If a warning light turns on ...................... 427
If a warning message is displayed..... 436
If the battery is discharged .................... 444
If the electronic key does not operate properly....................................................... 442
If the engine will not start ....................... 439
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ........................................................................... 441
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ...........................................................................419
If you have a flat tire ..................................438
If you lose your keys................................... 441
If you think something is wrong ......... 425
If your vehicle becomes stuck............. 452
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................. 418
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....... 421
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 449
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............................... 177
Compartment .............................................383
Engine compartment cover .................384
Engine cover................................................384
Engine switch................................................. 174
Fuel pump shut off system .................... 426
Hood................................................................. 381
How to start the engine............................ 174
Identification number ............................... 457
If the engine will not start ....................... 439
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................. 418
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............. 174
Overheating................................................. 449
Tachometer ............................................ 75, 78
Engine compartment cover .................... 384
Engine coolant Capacity .........................................................459
Checking ...................................................... 388
Preparing and checking before winter.........................................................................309
Engine coolant temperature gauge 75, 78
Engine cover ................................................. 384 Engine immobilizer system ........................ 64
Engine oil
Capacity ........................................................ 458
Checking ...................................................... 386
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 309
Warning light ...............................................428
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 387
Engine switch .................................................. 174 Auto power off function............................ 177
Changing the engine switch modes .. 177
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................. 418
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 304 Warning light .............................................. 430
Event data recorder (E DR) ........................... 8
F
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert) ......... 235
First-aid kit storage belt ............................350
Flat tire
Tire pressure warning system ............ 395
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission ......................... 460
Brake ................................................................. 461
Washer .......................................................... 390
Footwell light ................................................. 340
Front automatic air conditioning system .......................................................................... 323
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) ......... 235
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 40
Front seats Adjustment ....................................................... 121
Cleaning ...........................................................371
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ........................ 133
Head restraints............................................. 138
Memory recall function............................ 135
Power easy access system .................... 133
Refresh system ..............................................126

512Alphabetical Index
Ignition switch (engine switch)................. 174Auto power off function ........................... 177
Changing the engine switch modes.. 177
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................. 418
Indicators ............................................................72
Initialization Items to initialize .........................................490
Maintenance .................................... 374, 387
Power windows............................................153
Tire pressure warning system .............399
Inside door handle lights .......................... 340
Inside rear view mirror ...................... 142, 143
Instrument panel light control .............77, 81
Intercooler...................................................... 389
Intercooler coolant Capacity .........................................................459
Checking ...................................................... 388
Interior lights.................................................. 340 Front interior light ......................................340
Rear interior light .......................................340
Intuitive parking assist....................... 271, 272 Function ...........................................................272
Warning message......................... 274, 288
J
JackPositioning a floor jack............................. 381
Jam protection function Electronic roof sunshade........................ 160
Moon roof ...................................................... 156
Panoramic moon roof.............................. 160
Power trunk opener and closer .............. 111
Power windows............................................153
Rear door sunshade ................................356
K
Keyless entrySmart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 113
Wireless remote control......................... 100 Keys
Battery-saving function.............................. 114
Electronic key .................................................98
Engine switch .................................................174
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....................................................... 442
If you lose your keys ...................................441
Key number plate .........................................98
Keyless entry .........................................102, 113
Mechanical key ..............................................98
Replacing the battery ................................ 410
Warning buzzer ............................................ 114
Wireless remote control .........................100
Knee airbags .................................................... 29
L
Lane change assist function .................... 238
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) Operation ......................................................238
Warning messages.................................. 250
Language (multi-information display) ... 87
LATCH anchors ............................................. 53
LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling system) ..........................................................................305
Lever Auxiliary catch lever .................................. 381
Hood lock release lever .......................... 381
Internal trunk release lever......................... 111
Shift lever ......................................................... 178
Turn signal lever .......................................... 185
Wiper lever .................................................... 196
Lexus climate concierge ............................321
Lexus Dynamic Handling system (LDH) ..........................................................................305
Lexus Enform Safety Connect.................. 58
Lexus Safety System + 2.0 AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............. 193
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ......................................254
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ....................238
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ................ 227
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........................... 251

513Alphabetical Index
Lexus Safety System + AAHB (Automatic High Beam)..............193
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............................251, 254
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert) ..... 235
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).................... 238
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..................215
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ...........................251
License plate lights Light switch .................................................... 190
Replacing light bulbs..................................416
Light bulbs Replacing .........................................................416
Lights Automatic High Beam system..............193
Front interior lights ...................................... 341
Front personal lights................................. 342
Headlight switch ......................................... 190
Interior lights.................................................340
Interior lights list..........................................340
Rear interior lights ....................................... 341
Rear personal lights.................................. 342
Replacing light bulbs..................................416
Trunk lid light................................................... 110
Trunk light......................................................... 110
Turn signal lever .......................................... 185
Vanity lights ..................................................356
Welcome light illumination control .... 192
Lock steering column .................................. 174
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) Operation...................................................... 238
Warning messages ..................................250
Luggage mats ............................................... 349
M
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ................. 379
General maintenance ............................. 375
Maintenance data......................................456
Maintenance requirements .................. 374
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................... 428
Menu icons........................................................ 83 Meter
Changing the main meter location...... 82
Clock.......................................................... 75, 78
Indicators........................................................... 72
Instrument panel light control.......... 77, 81
Meter control switches ..............................83
Meters........................................................ 75, 78
Multi-information display .......................... 82
Settings............................................................... 87
Units.....................................................................86
Warning lights ............................................. 427
Warning message .....................................436
Micro dust and pollen filter ..................... 330
Mirrors Digital Rearview Mirror ............................143
Inside rear view mirror ..............................142
Outside rear view mirror defoggers324
Outside rear view mirrors........................ 151
Vanity mirrors ............................................. 356
Moon roof Door lock linked moon roof operation................................................................ 156, 160
Jam protection function ........................... 156
Operation ....................................................... 156
Multi-information display ............................ 82 Audio system-linked display ................... 87
Boost gauge ....................................................86
Drive information 1/Drive information 2.............................................................................84
Driving information display ......................84
Driving support system information dis- play.................................................................... 87
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ......................................254
Eco Driving Indicator..................................85
Gear Position .................................................86
G-force ..............................................................86
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .................... 244
Menu icons ......................................................83
Meter control switches ..............................83
Navigation system-linked display ........86
Pop-up display ............................................... 82