check engine light lexus LC500 2018 Owner's Guide

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P.369)
●Malfunction in the charging system
The charging system warning light comes on. ( P.368)
●Malfunction in the brake system
The brake system warning light comes on. ( P.368)
●Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
The tire pressure warning light comes on. ( P.374)
●Remaining fuel level is low
The low fuel level warn ing light comes on. (P.373)
■If “Hybrid System Overheated Reduced Output Power” is shown (LC500h)
This message may be displayed when driving un der severe operating conditions. (For exam- ple, when driving up a long steep hill.) Stop and check. (P.403)
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Refrain from the Use of N Position” is shown
(LC500h)
The remaining charge for the hybrid battery (tr action battery) is low. As the hybrid battery
(traction battery) cannot be charged when the sh ift position is in N, when stopping the vehi- cle for a long period of time, shift the shift position to P.
■If “Traction Battery needs to be Protected Shift into P to Restart” is shown (LC500h)
The remaining charge for the hybrid battery (tr action battery) is low, because the shift posi- tion has been shifted to N for a long period of time. When moving the vehicle, shift the shift position to P and restart the hybrid system.
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
The driver’s door is opened without turning the engine switch to off with the
shift position in any position other than P. Shift the shift position to P.
■If “Shift Is in N Release Accele rator Before Shifting” is shown
The accelerator pedal has been depressed when the shift position is in N. Release the accel-
erator pedal and shift the shift position to D or R.
■If “Depress Brake when Vehicle Is Stoppe d Hybrid System May Overheat” is shown (LC500h)
The message may be displayed when the accelerator pedal is depressed to hold the vehicle while the vehicle is stopped on an uphill etc. The hybrid system may overheat. Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
■If “Shift system malfunction Driving unavailable” is shown
There is a malfunction in the shift control system. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho- rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repa irer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery” is shown
LC500: Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function. Next time when starting the
engine, increase the engine speed slightly an d maintain that level for approximately 5 min- utes to recharge the 12-volt battery.
LC500h:

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8-1. Specifications
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differentia l Gear Oil” or an equivalent of match-
ing quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112.4 lbf)
while the engine is running .
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake sys-
tem warning light is not illuminated when the en gine is running ing>. (If the brake system warning light is illuminated, refer to P.368)
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system wa rning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If
the brake system warning ligh t illuminates, refer to P.373)
Differential
Oil capacity0.85 L (0.90 qt., 0.75 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity
Without LSD (Limited Slip Differential)
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-
5 or equivalent*
With LSD (Limited Slip Differential)
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX 75W-85 GL-
5 or equivalent*
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1132 mm (5.2 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 - 6.0 mm (0.04 - 0.24 in.)
Brake pad wear limit1.0 mm (0.04 in.)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pushing the parking br ake switch for 1 to 4 sec-
onds: comes on
When pulling the pa rking brake switch for 1 to 4 sec-
onds: turns off
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3,
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
depleted?
In this case, the engine can
be started in a temporary way. ( P.390)
Is the 12-volt battery discharged?
( P.392)
 It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.164, 168)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window at the passenger’s seat
cannot be operated if the window lock
switch is pressed. ( P.152)
The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is
not running operating>) for a period of time.
( P.166, 170)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.373)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P.187)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.368, 378)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door or anything move inside the
vehicle during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm
sounds. ( P.76)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine
switch to IGNITION
ON mode or start the
engine .
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.378)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.368, 378.
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine system> is stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch switch> is turned off automati-
cally
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
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Alphabetical index
Brake hold ........................................................189
Break-in tips .................................................... 155
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control................... 91
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...................... 248
Blind Spot Monitor function................. 254
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function 256
C
Care....................................................... 304, 307
Aluminum wheels ..................................... 305
Exterior............................................................304
Interior .............................................................307
Seat belts ........................................................307
Cargo hooks ..................................................295
Center Display .............................................. 274
Chains ................................................................ 271
Child restraint system ...................................48
Fixed with a seat belt................................... 54
Fixed with an ISOFIX rigid anchor ..... 57
Points to remember..................................... 48
Riding with children ..................................... 47
Types of child restraint system installation
method ...........................................................50
Using an anchor bracket (for top strap)
............................................................................60
Child safety ........................................................ 47
12-volt battery precautions ...... 325, 399
Airbag precautions ......................................40
Child restraint system................................. 48
Heated steering wheel and seat heater
precautions............................................... 288
How your child should wear the seat belt
............................................................................ 32
Installing child restraints ..............................51
Power window lock switch.....................152
Power window precautions .................... 151
Removed electronic key battery precau-
tions .............................................................. 350
Seat belt precautions .................................. 47
Trunk precautions......................................... 119
Cleaning .............................................. 304, 307
Aluminum wheels ..................................... 305
Exterior........................................................... 304
Interior .............................................................307
Radar sensor ................................... 208, 253
Seat belts ........................................................307
Clock................................................................. 297
Coat hooks .................................................... 298
Condenser......................................................323
Console box ...................................................294
Console box light .........................................294
Consumption screen ................................... 104
Coolant
Capacity .......................................................... 416
Checking........................................................ 322
Preparing and checking before winter
..........................................................................269
Cooling system .............................................322
Engine overheating......................400, 403
Hybrid system overheating ................. 404
Cornering lights............................................. 193
Cruise control
Cruise control..............................................239
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range .............................................. 229
Cup holder......................................................294
Current fuel consumption ...........................94
Curtain shield airbags ...................................35
Customizable features ..............................423
D
Daytime running light system.....................191
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors...................... 281
Rear window ................................................. 281
Windshield ..................................................... 281
Differential ....................................................... 418
Dimension ........................................................410

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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

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O
Odometer ......................................................... 88
Oil
Differential oil ................................................ 418
Engine oil .........................................................413
Opener
Fuel filler door............................................... 201
Hood ..................................................................316
Trunk ................................................................. 120
Outside door handle lights ....................... 291
Outside rear view mirrors ......................... 147
Adjustment...................................................... 147
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...................248
Folding ............................................................. 148
Linked mirror function when reversing
.......................................................................... 148
Mirror position memory.......................... 140
Outside rear view mirror defoggers 281
Outside temperature display ............88, 90
Overheating...................................... 400, 403
P
Paddle shift switches...... 177, 178, 183, 184
Parking assist sensors ................................243
Parking brake ................................................. 187
Indicator.......................................................... 372
Operation ........................................................187
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
.......................................................................... 188
Warning message...................................... 188
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..................... 210
Function ........................................................... 210
PCS OFF switch .......................................... 212
Warning light ...............................................370
Warning message..................................... 379
Personal lights ................................................ 291
Pollen removal mode ................................ 285
Pop-up display ................................................ 90
Pop Up Hood ...................................................43
Power control unit ..........................................65
Power control unit coolant.......................322
Capacity .......................................................... 416
Checking........................................................ 322
Preparing and checking before winter
..........................................................................269
Power outlet ................................................... 297
Power steering (Electric power steering
system) ..........................................................262
Warning light ...............................................370
Warning message .....................................379
Power switch (engine switch) ........ 163, 167
Auto power off function.................166, 170
Changing the power switch (engine
switch) modes .................................165, 170
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 360
Starting the hybrid system (engine) 163,
167
Power windows..............................................150
Door lock linked window operation ... 151
Jam protection function ............................. 151
Operation ....................................................... 150
Window lock switch.................................. 152
Pre-Collision System (PCS)..................... 210
Function ........................................................... 210
PCS OFF switch ..........................................212
Warning light ...............................................370
R
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed range) .............226
Radiator............................................................323
Rear turn signal lights ..................................186
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 355
Turn signal lever .......................................... 186
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror ............................. 146
Outside rear view mirrors.......................147
Rear window defogger ............................... 281

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Double locking system .............................. 75
Engine immobilizer system...................... 70
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor .............. 78
Tire inflation pressure................................ 345
Maintenance data........................................419
Tire inflation pressure display function
......................................................................... 329
Warning light ............................................... 374
Tire pressure warning system .................329
Function .......................................................... 329
Initializing........................................................335
Installing tire pressure warning valves
and transmitters.......................................335
Registering ID codes ............................... 337
Warning light ............................................... 374
Tires ................................................................... 327
Chains ............................................................... 271
Checking ....................................................... 327
If you have a flat tire ..................................384
Inflation pressure........................................345
Replacing .......................................................339
Rotating tires ................................................328
Run-flat tires......................................329, 384
Size......................................................................419
Snow tires ......................................................269
Tire inflation pressure display function
......................................................................... 329
Tire pressure warning system ............. 329
Warning light ............................................... 374
Tools ................................................................. 339
Top strap ............................................................ 60
Towing
Emergency towing.................................... 362
Towing eyelet ..............................................365
Trailer towing .................................................162
Traction battery (hybrid battery) ..............65
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents
............................................................................68
Location.............................................................65
Specification ................................................... 412
Warning message........................................68
Traction Control (TRC).............................262
Traction motor (electric motor)................62
Trailer towing .................................................. 162
Transmission
Automatic transmission ............................173
Driving mode select switch .................. 242
Hybrid transmission................................... 179
M mode .................................................178, 184
Paddle shift switches .. 177, 178, 183, 184
Snow mode.......................................... 177, 183
TRC (Traction Control).............................262
Trip meters........................................................ 88
Trunk ....................................................................119
Smart entry & start system ..................... 120
Trunk features ............................................. 295
Trunk grip.......................................................... 121
Trunk light ......................................................... 121
Trunk opener main switch.......................122
Trunk opener switch.................................. 120
Wireless remote control ........................... 121
Trunk light...........................................................121
Turn signal lights ............................................186
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 355
Turn signal lever .......................................... 186
U
Units......................................................................95
V
Vanity lights .................................................... 297
Wattage ..........................................................420
Vanity mirrors................................................ 297
Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS)262
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Man-
agement) ......................................................263
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Manage-
ment (VDIM) ..............................................263
Vehicle identification number ................. 410
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ............262
Ventilators (seat ventilators) .................. 288

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VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering)262
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ............262
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning.................................... 235
Brake system .............................................. 368
Downshifting ................. 178, 178, 184, 185
Lexus parking assist ................................. 243
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .................. 218
Open door.............................................. 116, 118
Open hood ...................................................... 118
Open trunk ...................................................... 118
Open window ................................................ 151
Pre-collision braking ................................. 210
Seat belt reminder ..................................... 373
Warning label ...................................................65
Warning lights .............................................. 368
ABS...................................................................369
Brake hold operated indicator ........... 372
Brake Override System ......................... 372
Brake pad wear .......................................... 373
Brake system ...................................368, 373
Charging system....................................... 368
Electric power steering ..........................370
High coolant temperature .................... 375
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ................... 371
Low engine oil pressure........................ 368
Low fuel level ............................................... 373
Malfunction indicator lamp ...................369
Master warning light ................................ 374
Parking brake indicator .......................... 372
Pre-collision system .................................370
Seat belt reminder light........................... 373
Slip indicator................................................... 371
SRS....................................................................369
Tire pressure ................................................ 374
Warning messages......................................378
Warning reflector storage belt ..............295
Washer .............................................................. 196
Checking........................................................ 324
Headlight cleaners ..................................... 196
Preparing and checking before winter
..........................................................................269
Switch................................................................ 196
Washing and waxing ................................. 304
Weight ............................................................... 410
Wheels..............................................................346
Replacing wheels ...................................... 339
Size ..................................................................... 419
Window lock switch..................................... 152
Windows...........................................................150
Power windows ........................................... 150
Rear window defogger............................ 281
Washer............................................................. 196
Windshield wiper de-icer ........................ 284
Windshield wipers ........................................ 196
Position............................................................. 198
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .......... 196
Winter driving tips .......................................269
Wireless remote control ..............................113
Battery-Saving Function...........................124
Locking/Unlocking...................................... 113
Replacing the battery...............................349
For information regarding the
equipment listed below, refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
· Audio/video system
· Navigation system
· Lexus parking assist monitor
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