exhaust system lexus LC500 2018 User Guide

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5-3. Using the air conditioning system
2Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to switch to automatic
air intake mode.
The air conditioning system automatically
switches between outside air and recircu-
lated air modes.
3Adjust the temperature setting.
4 To stop the operation, press the off
switch or select “Off” on the sub
function menu. ( P.283)
If the fan speed setting or air flow
modes are operated, the automatic
mode indicator goes off. However,
automatic mode for functions other
than that operated is maintained.
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically accord-
ing to the temperature setting and the
ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until
warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi-
ately after the automatic mode switch is
pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
Cool air may blow around the upper body
even when the heater is on due to sunlight.
■Windshield fog detection function
When automatic mode is set, the humidity
sensor detects fog on the windshield and
controls the air conditioning system to pre-
vent fog.
■Automatic mode for air intake control
In automatic mode, the system detects
exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and
recirculated air modes.
When the dehumidification function is off,
and the fan is operating, turning automatic
mode on will activate the dehumidification
function.
To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform
any of the following procedures:
 Select “DUAL” on the sub function
menu. ( P.283)
 Select “DUAL” on the option con-
trol screen.
 Adjust the passenger’s side tem-
perature setting.
The indicator on the main control screen
comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
NOTICE
■Humidity sensor
In order to detect fog on the windshield,
a sensor which monitors the temperature
of the windshield, the surround humidity,
etc. is installed.
Follow these points to avoid damaging
the sensor:
●Do not disassemble the sensor
●Do not spray the glass cleaner on the
sensor or subject it to strong impacts
●Do not stick anything on the sensor
Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
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6-1. Maintenance and care
WARNING
●If you directly touch the raindrop sen- sor body or if something bumps into the raindrop sensor
■Precautions regarding the exhaust
pipes and rear bumper diffusers
As exhaust gases cause the exhaust
pipes and rear bumper diffusers to become quite hot, do not touch the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers
while the engine is running <hybrid sys- tem is operating> or immediately after the engine <hybrid system> is turned off.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the exhaust pipes and rear
bumper diffusers until they have cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers can cause
burns.
■Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunc-
tion. If this occurs, consult any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
NOTICE
■Application of coatings to the vehicle body (vehicles with CFRP parts)
Do not apply any kind of coating to the vehicle body as doing so may damage
the paint or reduce its durability.
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the
following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar, pollen or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled
with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline
are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in AUTO, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be damaged.

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6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance and care
●Appreciable loss of power
●Strange engine noises
●A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air conditioning
system after use is normal.)
●Change in exhaust sound (This may indi-
cate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immedi-
ately.)
●Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal
when cornering, uneven tire wear
●Vehicle pulls to one side when driven
straight on a level road
●Strange noises related to suspension
movement
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feel-
ing brake pedal, pedal almost touches the floor, vehicle pulls to one side when brak-ing
●Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal ( P.88)
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible. Your vehicle
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air condi-
tioning after use is normal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven tire
wear
 Engine coolant temperature gauge
continually points higher than nor-
mal.
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when corner-
ing
 Strange noises related to the sus-
pension system
 Pinging or other noises related to
the engine <hybrid system>
 Engine missing, stumbling or run-
ning roughly
 Appreciable loss of power
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one side
when braking
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one side
when driving on a level road
 Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy
feeling, pedal almost touches the
floor
If you think something is
wrong
If you notice any of the following
symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Con-
tact any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer as soon as possi-
ble.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ponents when the vehicle is running at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■When the 12-volt battery is removed or
discharged
●Information stored in the ECU is cleared.
When the 12-volt battery is depleted, have the vehicle inspected at any autho-rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer.
●Some systems may require initialization.
( P.436)
■When removing the 12-volt battery ter- minals
When the 12-volt battery terminals are removed, the information stored in the ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-
volt battery terminals, contact any autho- rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural dis- charge and the draining effects of certain
electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may dis-charge, and the engine <hybrid system>
may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically during driving.)
■When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart entry &
start system when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock or
unlock the doors.
●The engine <hybrid system> may not start
on the first attempt after the 12-volt bat- tery has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
●The engine switch <power switch> mode
is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before
the 12-volt battery was discharged.
Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery, turn the engine switch <power switch> off. If you are unsure what mode the engine
switch <power switch> was in before the 12-volt battery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt
battery.
●If the 12-volt battery discharges, it may
not be possible to shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the vehicle cannot be towed without lifting both rear
wheels because the rear wheels will be locked. ( P.363)
■When replacing the 12-volt battery
●Use a Central Degassing type 12-volt battery (European Regulations).
●LC500: Use a 12-volt battery that the case size is same as the previous one (LN4), 20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is
equivalent (80Ah) or greater, and per- formance rating (CCA) is equivalent (685A) or greater.
LC500h: Use a 12-volt battery that the case size is same as the previous one (LN3), 20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is
equivalent (70Ah) or greater, and perfor- mance rating (CCA) is equivalent
(600A) or greater. • If the sizes differ, the 12-volt battery can-not be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehicle is not used is a short time, the 12-volt battery
may discharge and engine <hybrid sys- tem> may not be able to start.
●Use a 12-volt battery with a handle. If a 12-volt battery without a handle is used, removal is more difficult.
●After exchanging, firmly attach the fol-lowing items to the exhaust hole of the 12-
volt battery. • Use the exhaust hose that was attached to the 12-volt battery before exchanging.
• Use the exhaust hole plug included with the 12-volt battery exchanged or the one installed on the battery prior to the
exchange. (Depending on the 12-volt battery to be exchanged, the exhaust hole may be plugged.)

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer as soon as possible. If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, continued use may cause the 12-volt battery to emit a
malodorous gas, which may be detri- mental to the health of passengers.
■When exchanging the 12-volt battery
After exchanging, securely attach the exhaust hose and exhaust hole plug to
the exhaust hole of the exchanged 12- volt battery. If not properly installed, gases (hydrogen) may leak into the vehi-
cle 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 12-volt bat-tery from another vehicle in an emer-
gency. It cannot be used to jump start another vehicle.
If your vehi cle overheats
(LC500)
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
 The engine coolant temperature
gauge ( P.88) is in the red zone
or a loss of engine power is expe-
rienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
 “Engine Coolant Temp High” is
shown on the multi-information
display.
 Steam comes out from under the
hood.
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8-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
8-2.C usto miz ation
■Changing by using the meter con-
trol switches
1 Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select .
2 Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the item, and
press “OK”.
3 Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the desired set-
ting, and press “OK”.
To go back to the previous screen or
exit the customize mode, press .
■Changing by using the Remote
Touch
1 Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch.
2 Select “Setup” on the menu screen
and select “Vehicle”.
3 Select “Vehicle customisation”,
“LEXUS park assist” or “Drive
mode customisation”.
Various setting can be changed. Refer
to the list of settings that can be
changed for details.
For details on the Remote Touch, refer
to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■When customizing using the Remote
Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the
parking brake, and shift the shift position to P. Also, to prevent 12-volt battery discharge,
leave the engine running <hybrid system operating> while cust omizing the features.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being cus-
Customizable features
Your vehicle includes a variety of
electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to your preferences. The
settings of these features can be
changed by using the meter control
switches, the Remote Touch or at
any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Customizing vehicle features
WARNING
■During customization
As the engine <hybrid system> needs to be running <operating> during customi-
zation, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust
gases including harmful carbon monox- ide (CO) may collect and enter the vehi-cle. This may lead to death or a serious
health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge,
ensure that the engine is running <hybrid system is operating> while customizing features.
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8-2. Customization
■Lights (P.191)
■Automatic air conditioning system (P.280)
■Seat heater/seat ventilators (P.288)
■Heated steering wheel* (P.288)
*: If equipped
■Illumination (P.291)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Welcome light illumination controlOnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Switching between outside air and
recirculated air mode linked to
“AUTO” switch operation
OnOffO—O
A/C auto switch operationOnOffO—O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3O—O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Driver’s seat temperature prefer-
ence in automatic modeStandard-2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer)O—O
Passenger’s seat temperature pref-
erence in automatic modeStandard-2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer)O—O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Steering wheel heating preference
in automatic modeStandard-2 (low) to 2 (high)O—O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the interior
lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the engine switch
<power switch> is turned offOnOff——O
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ABC
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Alphabetical index
If you think something is wrong..........366
If your vehicle becomes stuck.............407
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency................................................ 360
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..... 362
If your vehicle overheats ...........400, 403
Emergency brake signal ...........................263
Emergency flashers.................................... 360
Energy monitor .............................................. 104
Engine
ACCESSORY mode .................... 165, 170
Compartment............................................... 318
Engine switch.................................................163
Fuel pump shut off system..................... 367
Hood ..................................................................316
How to start the engine ............................163
How to start the hybrid system.............167
Identification number .................................. 411
If the engine will not start ...................... 385
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 386
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency................................................ 360
Ignition switch (engine switch) .............163
Ignition switch (power switch) ..............167
Overheating ....................................400, 403
Power switch .................................................167
Engine coolant ..............................................322
Capacity ...........................................................416
Checking ....................................................... 324
Preparing and checking before winter
.........................................................................269
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 88
Engine immobilizer system .........................70
Engine oil .......................................................... 319
Capacity ...........................................................413
Checking .........................................................319
Oil level warning message .................... 381
Oil pressure warning light ................... 368
Preparing and checking before winter
.........................................................................269
Engine oil maintenance data .................... 321
Engine oil temperature gauge.................. 88
Engine switch (power switch) ........ 163, 167
Auto power off function.................166, 170
Changing the engine switch (power
switch) modes .................................165, 170
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 360
Starting the engine (hybrid system) 163,
167
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ...............262
Function .......................................................... 262
Warning light ...............................................370
ERA-GLONASS.........................................299
EV drive mode .................................................171
EV indicator.......................................................63
Exhaust gas precautions ..............................45
F
First-aid kit storage belt .............................295
Flat tire ............................................................. 384
Tire pressure warning system .............329
Floor mats...........................................................28
Fluid
Automatic transmission ............................417
Brake ................................................................. 418
Hybrid transmission....................................417
Washer............................................................ 324
Fog light............................................................. 196
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 356
Switch................................................................ 196
Wattage ..........................................................420
Follow me home system ............................. 192
Footwell light ................................................... 291
Front position lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 355
Switch.................................................................. 191
Welcome light illumination control.... 192
Front seats ........................................................138
Adjustment ..................................................... 138
Cleaning .........................................................307