ECO mode lexus LC500 2018 Owner's Guide

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4-2. Driving procedures
R.
■To protect the automatic transmission
If the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is high, “Transmission Fluid Temp High See Owner’s Manual” will be displayed on the multi-information display and the vehi-
cle will go into transmission protection mode automatically. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■When driving with cruise control or dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range activated
Even when performing the following
actions with the intent of enabling engine braking, engine braking will not be acti-vated because cruise control or dynamic
radar cruise control with full-speed range will not be canceled.
●While driving in the D position, down-shifting to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 or 4.
●When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position. ( P.242)
■Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)
 P.155
■AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suit-
able gear according to driver performance and driving conditions.The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when
the shift position is in D. (Shifting the shift position to M cancels the function.)
■If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle from
moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically or operating the shift lever may be required. In this case,
change the shift positi on following the mes- sages on the multi-information display.
■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
 P.325
■Customization
Settings (e.g. Reverse warning buzzer) can
be changed. (Customizable features: P.423)
WARNING
■When driving on slippery road sur- faces
Do not accelerate or shift the shift posi- tion suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting in an accident.
NOTICE
■Situations where shift control system
malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occur,
shift control system malfunctions are possible. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the
parking brake, and then contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
●When the warning message indicating the shift control system appears on the multi-information display.
●The display indicates that no shift posi-
tion is selected for more than a few seconds.

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■Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situations:
●When the vehicle comes to a stop
●If the accelerator pedal is depressed for
more than a certain period of time
●When the shift lever is moved to D again
●When pressing and holding the “+” pad- dle shift switch
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some- times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
To enter M mode, shift the shift position
to M. Gears can be selected by oper-
ating the paddle shift switches, allowing
you to drive in the gear of your choos-
ing.
1 Upshifting
2 Downshifting
The gear changes once every time the
paddle shift switch is operated.
The selected gear, from M1 to M10, will be
fixed and displayed in the meter.
When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the paddle shift
switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situation:
 When vehicle speed drops (down-
shift only).
 When it is necessary to protect the
engine or automatic transmission
when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is low, the automatic transmis-
sion fluid temperature is high or low,
or other reasons.
Also, the gear will not shift when the
vehicle speed is low, even if an upshift
operation is performed.
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some- times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift sw itch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
The Gear Shift Indicator display is a
guide to help the driver achieve
improved fuel economy and reduced
exhaust emissions within limits of
engine performance.
Selecting gears in the M position
Gear Shift Indicator (if
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Driving
When not in operation
Shift-up indicator
■Gear Shift Indicator function
 This function automatically operates
during M mode.
 By following the Shift-up indicator
and shifting up accordingly, it is pos-
sible to achieve improved fuel econ-
omy and reduced exhaust
emissions.
 The Gear Shift Indicator does not
have a similar function for down-
shifting.
 Depending on the driving condi-
tions, the Gear Shift Indicator may
not display the Shift-up indicator
while driving in M mode.
*1: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce
noise, set the shift position in D for nor-
mal driving. You can choose gear range
suitable for your driving situation by
operating the paddle shift switches.
*2: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-
ing in M mode.
■For the shift positions
●When the power switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed.
●When the power switch is in ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating), the
shift position can only be changed to N.
●When the “READY” indicator is on, the
shift position can be changed from P to D, N or R.
●When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be changed from
WARNING
■Gear Shift Indicator display
For safety, the driver should not look only at the display. Refer to the display when it
is safe to do so while considering actual traffic and road conditions. Failure to do so may lead to an accident.
A
B
Hybrid transmission
(LC500h)
Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.
Shift position purpose and func-
tion
Shift positionObjective or function
PParking the vehicle/start-
ing the hybrid system
RReversing
N
Neutral
(Condition in which the
power is not transmitted)
DNormal driving*1
MM mode driving*2
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Driving
The selected gear, from M1 to M10, will be
fixed and displayed in the meter.
When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the paddle shift
switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situation:
 When vehicle speed drops (down-
shift only).
 When vehicle speed increases
(upshift only).
 When the accelerator pedal is firmly
depressed.
 When it is necessary to protect the
transmission when the transmission
fluid temperature is high or low, or
other reasons.
Also, the gear will not shift when the
vehicle speed is low, even if an upshift
operation is performed.
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some- times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
The Gear Shift Indicator display is a
guide to help the driver achieve
improved fuel economy and reduced
exhaust emissions within limits of
engine performance.
When not in operation
Shift-up indicator
■Gear Shift Indicator function
 This function automatically operates
during M mode.
 By following the Shift-up indicator
and shifting up accordingly, it is pos-
sible to achieve improved fuel econ-
omy and reduced exhaust
emissions.
 The Gear Shift Indicator does not
have a similar function for down-
shifting.
 Depending on the driving condi-
tions, the Gear Shift Indicator may
not display the Shift-up indicator
while driving in M mode.
Gear Shift Indicator
WARNING
■Gear Shift Indicator display
For safety, the driver should not look only at the display. Refer to the display when it
is safe to do so while considering actual traffic and road conditions. Failure to do so may lead to an accident.
A
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■Turning the automatic mode off
While the vehicle is stopped, pull and
hold the parking brake switch until a
message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display
■Parking brake operation
●When the engine switch
is not in IGNITION ON mode , the parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake switch.
●When the engine switch is not in IGNITION ON mode mode>, automatic mode (automatic brake setting and releasing) is not avail-
able.
■Parking brake automatic release func- tion
●When the shift position is shifted from P, the parking brake will be released in automatic mode.
●When all of the following conditions are met in manual mode, the parking brake
can be released by depressing the accel- erator pedal.• The driver’s door is closed
• The driver is wearing the seat belt • The shift position is in D, M or R
■If “EPB frequently operated Wait a min-ute” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display
If the parking brake is operated repeatedly
over a short period of time, the system may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain from operating the
parking brake. Normal operation will return
after about 1 minute.
■If “EPB Activation Stopped Incom- pletely” or “EPB unavailable” is dis-played on the multi-information display
Operate the parking brake switch. If the message does not disappear after operat-
ing the switch several times, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Parking brake operation sound
When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Parking brake indicator light
●Depending on the engine switch mode, the parking brake indica-
tor light will turn on and stay on as described below:IGNITION ON mode :
Comes on until the parking brake is released.Not in IGNITION ON mode mode>: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.
●When the engine switch is turned off with the parking brake set,
the parking brake indi cator light will stay on for about 15 seconds. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■When the parking brake switch mal-
functions
Automatic mode (automatic brake setting
and releasing) will be turned on automati- cally.
■Parking the vehicle
 P.154
■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven
with the parking brake engaged. “EPB applied” is displayed on the multi-informa-tion display (with the vehicle reached a
speed of 5 km/h [3 mph]).

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
or .
■Light reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off or turned to ACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door
is opened while the lights are turned on.
■Automatic headlight leveling system
The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number of pas-sengers and the loading condition of the
vehicle to ensure that the headlights do not interfere with other road users.
■12-volt battery-saving function
In order to prevent 12-volt the battery of the vehicle from discharging, if the light switch
is in the or position when the
engine switch is turned off the 12-volt battery savi ng function will oper-
ate and automatically turn off all the lights after approximately 20 minutes.
When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode , the 12-volt battery-saving function
will be disabled.
When any of the following are performed,
the 12-volt battery-saving function is can- celed once and then reactivated. All the lights will turn off automatically 20 minutes
after the 12-volt battery- saving function has been reactivated:
●When the headlight switch is operated
●When a door is opened or closed
■Welcome light illumination control
The front position, tail lights and license plate lights automatically turn on at night
when the doors are unlocked using the entry function or wireless remote control if
the light switch is in the position.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. light sens or sensitivity) can be
changed. (Customizable features: P.423)
1With the headlights on, push the
lever away from you to turn on the
high beams.
Pull the lever toward you to the center
position to turn the high beams off.
2 Pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the high beams
once.
You can flash the high beams with the
headlights on or off.
This system allows the headlights and
front position lights to be turned on for
30 seconds when the engine switch
is off.
Pull the lever toward you and release it
with the light switch is in after turn-
ing the engine switch
off.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the engine is not running .
Turning on the high beam head-
lights
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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
■Door opening linked windshield wiper stop function
When AUTO is selected and the wind- shield wipers are operating, if a door is opened, the operation of the windshield
wipers will be stopped to prevent anyone near the vehicle from being sprayed by water from the wipers, provided the vehicle
is stopped. When the door is closed, wiper operation will resume.
■To protect the windshield wipers
If movement of the windshield wipers is largely restricted by a foreign object such as snow, the operation of the windshield wip-
ers may be stopped automatically to pro- tect the windshield wipers. In this case, turn the windshield wiper switch off and remove
the foreign object, and then use the wind- shield wipers.
■When stopping the engine tem> in an emergency while driving
If the windshield wipe rs are operating when
the engine is stopped, the windshield wipers will operate in high speed operation. After the vehicle is stopped,
operation will return to normal when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode , or
operation will stop when the driver’s door is opened.
■Customization
The rain-sensing operation setting can be changed. (Customizable features: P.423)
When the windshield wipers are not
being used, they retract to below the
hood. To enable the windshield wipers
to be lifted when parking in cold condi-
tions or when replacing a windshield
wiper insert, change th e rest position of
the windshield wipers to the service
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of wind- shield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the windshield is subject to vibration in
AU TO mod e . T ak e c are t ha t you r fin ge rs or anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer
fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer
fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to
an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward
you and held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other
object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Changing the windshield wiper
rest position/Lifting the wind-
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Driving
position using the wiper lever.
■Raising the wipers to the service
position
Within approximately 45 seconds of
turning the engine switch switch> off, move the wiper lever to the
position and hold it for approxi-
mately 2 seconds or more.
The wipers will move to the service posi-
tion.
■Lifting the windshield wipers
While holding the hook portion of
the wiper arm, lift the windshield wiper
from the windshield.
■Lowering the windshield wipers to the retracted position
With the windshield wipers placed on the windshield, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode mode> and then move the wiper lever to an operating position. When the wiper switch is turned off, the windshield wipers will stop
at the retracted position. Even if the wipers deviate while the engine switch is off, the wipers will return to the
normal position.
A
NOTICE
■When lifting the windshield wipers
●Do not lift the windshield wipers when they are in the retracted position below the hood. Otherwise, they may
contact the hood, po ssibly resulting in damage to a windshield wiper and/or the hood.
●Do not lift a windshield wiper by the
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
Example of acceleration
When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set
speed
The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to constant
speed cruising.
1 Press the cruise control main switch
to activate the cruise control.
Radar cruise control indicator will come on and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.
Press the switch again to deactivate the cruise control.
If the cruise control main switch is pressed and held for 1.5 seconds or more, the sys-
tem turns on in constant speed control mode. ( P.236)
2Accelerate or decelerate, with
accelerator pedal operation, to the
desired vehicle speed (at or above
approximately 50 km/h [30 mph])
and press the -/SET switch to set
the speed.
Cruise control “SET” indicator will come
on.
The vehicle speed at the moment the
switch is released becomes the set speed.
If the switch is operated while the vehicle
speed is below approximately 50 km/h (30 mph) and a preceding vehicle is pres-ent, the set speed will be adjusted to
approximately 50 km/h (30 mph).
To change the set speed, press the
+/RES or -/SET switch until the
desired set speed is displayed.
1 Increases the speed
(Except when the vehicle has been
stopped by system control in vehi-
cle-to-vehicle distance control
mode)
2 Decreases the speed
Fine adjustment: Press the switch.
C
Setting the vehicle speed (vehi-
cle-to-vehicle distance control
mode)
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■Warnings may not occur when
In the following instances, warnings
may not occur even when the vehicle-
to-vehicle distance is small.
 When the speed of the preceding
vehicle matches or exceeds your
vehicle speed
 When the preceding vehicle is trav-
eling at an extremely slow speed
 Immediately after the cruise control
speed was set
 When depressing the accelerator
pedal
When constant speed control mode is
selected, your vehicle will maintain a
set speed without controlling the vehi-
cle-to-vehicle distance. Select this
mode only when vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode does not function
correctly due to a dirty radar sensor,
etc.
1 With the cruise control off, press
and hold the cruise control main
switch for 1.5 seconds or more.
Immediately after the switch is pressed, the
radar cruise control indicator will come on. Afterwards, it switches to the cruise con-trol indicator.
Switching to constant speed control mode is only possible when operating the switch
with the cruise control off.
2 Accelerate or decelerate, with
accelerator pedal operation, to the
desired vehicle speed (at or above
approximately 40 km/h [25 mph])
and press the -/SET switch to set
the speed.
Cruise control “SET” indicator will come on.
The vehicle speed at the moment the switch is released becomes the set speed.
Adjusting the speed setting: P.233
Canceling and resuming the speed setting:
 P.235
■Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range can be set when
●The shift position is in D.
●LC500: Range 4 or higher of D has been
Selecting constant speed con-
trol mode