steering LEXUS LS500 2021 Owners Manual

4347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■When the tire pressure warning light
comes on
Inspect the tires to check if a tire is punc-
tured.
If a tire is punctured: P.438
If none of the tires are punctured:
Turn the engine switch off then turn it to
IGNITION ON mode. Check if the tire
pressure warning light comes on or blinks.
If the tire pressure wa rning light blinks for
approximately 1 minute then stays on
There may be a malfunction in the tire
pressure warning syst em. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
If the tire pressure warning light comes
on
1 After the temperature of the tires has
lowered sufficiently, check the inflation
pressure of each tire and adjust them to
the specified level.
2 If the warning light does not turn off
even after several minutes have
elapsed, check that the inflation pres-
sure of each tire is at the specified level
and perform initialization. ( P.399)
■The tire pressure warning light may
come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure wa rning light may come
on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes
caused by temperature. In this case, adjust-
ing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).
■Conditions that the tire pressure warn-
ing system may not function properly
 P.396
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system
warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immedi-
ately and contact your Lexus dealer.
The vehicle will become extremely
unstable during br aking, and the ABS
system may fail, which could cause an
accident resulting in death or serious
injury.
■When the electric power steering
system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the
assist to the power st eering is restricted.
When the light comes on red, the assist
to the power steering is lost and handling
operations of the steering wheel become
extremely heavy.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using more
force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light
comes on
Be sure to observe the following precau-
tions.
Failure to do so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in death or
serious injury.
●Decelerate to the lowest appropriate
speed as soon as possible. Do not
drive over 50 mph (80 km/h).
●Check and adjust the tire inflation
pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes
on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is prob able that you have
a flat tire. Have the flat tire replaced by
the nearest Lexus dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak-
ing.
If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering
wheel or the brakes.

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)

4407-2. Steps to take in an emergency
( P.444)
 The battery terminal connections
may be loose or corroded.
( P.391)
The engine starting system may be
malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the
engine. ( P.440)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 One or both of the battery terminals
may be disconnected. ( P.391)
 The battery may be discharged.
( P.444)
 There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem
cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the
following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if
the engine switch is functioning nor- mally.
Do not use this starting procedure
except in cases of emergency.
1
Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(P.186)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY mode.
3 Press and hold the engine switch
for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using
the above steps, the system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
The starter motor does not turn
over
The starter motor does not turn
over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Starting the engine in an emer-
gency

4628-1. Specifications
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake warning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If the brake warning light illuminates, refer to P.427.)
*3: Vehicles without Lexus Safety System + A
*4: Vehicles with Lexus Safety System + A
19-inch tires
20-inch tires (type A)
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size245/50RF19 101V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Driving under normal conditions
Front: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 9 psi (60 kPa, 0.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front tires and
rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size19  8J
Wheel nut torque103 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m)
Tire size245/45R20 99Y
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Driving under normal conditions
Front: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 137 mph (220 km/h) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 9 psi (60 kPa, 0.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front tires and
rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

4708-1. Specifications
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and they
represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under con-
trolled conditions on specified govern-
ment test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on braking (straight
ahead) traction tests and does not include
cornering (turning) traction.
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudd
en tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of perfor-
mance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Fede ral Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire
assume that it is properly inflated and not
overloaded.
Excessive speed, unde rinflation, or exces-
sive loading, either separately or in combi-
nation, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic trans-
mission, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent
that these items are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not)

4828-2. Customization
*:If equipped
■Driving position memory (P.133)
■Outside rear view mirrors ( P.151)
Door linked rear seat with
ottoman seatback position for
exiting
*
More upright
than upright posi- tion
Upright position——O—
Shift-linked rear seat reclining
functionOnOff———O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Selecting doors linked to the
memory recall functionDriver’s doorAll doors———O
Driver’s seat slide movement
when exiting the vehicleFullOffO——OPartial
Driver’s seat height move-
ment when exiting the vehicleOffFullO——OPartial
Steering wheel movementTilt only
Off
O——OTelescopic only
Tilt and telescopic
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Automatic mirror folding and
extending operationLinked to the
locking/ unlock- ing of the doorsOff
———OLinked to opera-
tion of the engine switch
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set- tingABCD
ABCD
ABCD

4848-2. Customization
*:Except for Canada
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) (P.215, 227)
*:If equipped
■FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert)* ( P.236)
*:If equipped
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ( P.238)
*: Vehicles with Lexus Safety System + A
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)OnOff—O——
Adjust alert timingMiddleEarly—O——Late
Pedestrian alert*OnOff—O——
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
FCTA functionOnOff—O——
Adjust alert timingMiddleEarly—O——Late
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Lane centering functionOnOff—O——
Steering assist functionOnOff—O——
Lane change assist function*OnOff—O——
Alert typeSteering wheel vibrationBuzzer—O——
Alert sensitivityHighStandard—O——
Vehicle sway warning func-
tionOnOff—O——
Vehicle sway warning sensi-
tivityStandardHigh—O——Low
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD

4888-2. Customization
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles without power rear seat
■Heated steering wheel* ( P.336)
*:If equipped
■Illumination ( P.340)
Left-hand rear seat tempera-
ture preference in automatic
mode
*1Standard-2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer)O——O
Right-hand rear seat tem-
perature preference in auto-
matic mode
*1Standard-2 (cooler) to 2 (warmer)O——O
Engine switch linked auto-
matic activation of the
left-hand rear seat heater
*2OffOnO——O
Engine switch linked auto-
matic activation of the
right-hand rear seat heater
*2OffOnO——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set- ting
Steering wheel heating pref-
erence in automatic modeStandard-2 (low) to 2 (high)O——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set- ting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O——O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned offOnOff———O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff———O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-tingABCD
ABCD
ABCD

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”.

504What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.441)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.441)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.410)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.177)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( P.115)
 Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. ( P.105)
 The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. ( P.111)
 Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.174)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.114)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.174)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the
electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start