ABS lexus LC500 2018 Owner's Manual

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1-4. Theft deterrent system
1-4.Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been
turned off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the engine switch has
been turned to ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that the system has been can-
celed.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type
engine immobilizer system .
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touch-ing a key registered to the security sys-
tem (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Engine immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in tran-
sponder chips that prevent the
engine from start-
ing if a key has not been previously
registered in the vehicle’s on-board
computer.
Never leave the keys inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not guar-
antee absolute security against all
vehicle thefts.
Operating the system

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■The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
detection
 The intrusion sensor detects intrud-
ers or movement in the vehicle.
 The tilt sensor detects changes in
vehicle inclination, such as when the
vehicle is towed away.
This system is designed to deter and
prevent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security against all
intrusions.
■Setting the intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor
The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor will
be set automatically when the alarm is
set. ( P.77)
■Canceling the intrusion sensor and
tilt sensor
If you are leaving pets or other moving
things inside the vehicle, make sure to
disable the intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor before setting the alarm, as they
will respond to movement inside the
vehicle.
1 Turn the engine switch switch> off.
2 Press the intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor cancel switch.
Press the switch again to re-enable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor.
Each time the intrusion sensor and tilt sen- sor are canceled/set, a message will be shown on the multi-information display in
the instrument cluster.
■Canceling and automatic re-enabling of
the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
●The alarm will still be set even when the
intrusion sensor and tilt sensor are can- celed.
●After the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor are canceled, pressing the engine switch or unlocking the doors
using the entry function or wireless remote control will re-enable the intru-sion sensor and tilt sensor.
●The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor will automatically be re-enabled when the
alarm system is deactivated.
■Intrusion sensor detection consider- ations
The sensor may trigger the alarm in the fol- lowing situations:
●People or pets are in the vehicle.
●A window is open.
In this case, the sensor may detect the fol-
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates cor- rectly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper opera-tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor

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2-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle sys-
tems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine
switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that a system check is being
performed. They will turn off after the
engine is started, or
after a few seconds. There may be a
malfunction in a syst em if a light does
not come on, or turn off. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
*2: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-
mation display.
*3: The light flashes to indicate a malfunc-
tion.
*4: This light illuminates on the center
Warning lights
(red)
Brake system warning light*1
( P.368)
Charging system warning
light*2 ( P.368)
Low engine oil pressure
warning light*2 ( P.368)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
( P.369)
SRS warning light*1
( P.369)
ABS warning light*1
( P.369)
(red)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light*1 ( P.370)
(yellow)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light*1 ( P.370)
PCS warning light*1, 3
( P.370)
(orange)
LKA indicator*2 (P.371)
Slip indicator*1 ( P.371)
Brake Override System
warning light*2
( P.372)/Drive-Start Con-
trol warning light*2 ( P.372)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor*1, 3 ( P.372)
Parking brake indicator*3
(P.372)
Brake pad wear warning
light*2 ( P.373)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1
(P.373)
Low fuel level warning light
( P.373)
Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder light
( P.373)
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights*4 ( P.374)
Master warning light*1
( P.374)
Tire pressure warning light*1, 3
( P.374)
High coolant temperature
warning light*2 ( P.375)

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2-1. Instrument cluster
panel.
The indicators inform the driver of the
operating state of the vehicle’s various
systems.
WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on
when you start the engine , this could mean that these systems are not available to help protect you in an
accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately if this occurs.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( P.186)
Tail light indicator ( P.191)
Headlight high beam indica-
tor ( P.192)
(If equipped)
Automatic High Beam indica-
tor*1 ( P.193)
Rear fog light indicator
( P.196)
(If equipped)
Gear Shift Indicator*2
( P.178, 185)
Cruise control indicator*2
( P.229, 239)
(If equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator*2 ( P.229)
Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor*2 ( P.229, 239)
(white)
LKA indicator*2 (P.218)
(green)
LKA indicator*2 (P.218)
(orange)
LKA indicator*2, 3 (P.218)
Lexus parking assist-sensor
indicator ( P.243)
Slip indicator*1, 3 ( P.263)
VSC OFF indicator*1
( P.263)
PCS warning light*1, 4
( P.212)
(If equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror indi-
cators*5, 6 ( P.248)
(If equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
indicator ( P.248)
(If equipped)
RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert) indicator ( P.248)
Brake hold standby indica-
tor*1 ( P.189)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor*1 ( P.189)
Security indicator*7 ( P.70,
76)
Smart entry & start system
indicator*2 ( P.163)

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
*: If equipped
■Pre-collision warning
When the system determines that the
possibility of a frontal collision is high, a
buzzer will sound and a warning mes-
sage will be displayed on the multi-
information display to urge the driver
to take evasive action.
■Pre-collision brake assist
When the system determines that the
possibility of a frontal collision is high,
the system applies greater braking
force in relation to how strongly the
brake pedal is depressed.
■Pre-collision braking
When the system determines that the
possibility of a frontal collision is high,
the system warns the driver. If the sys-
tem determines that the possibility of a
frontal collision is extremely high, the
brakes are automatically applied to
help avoid the collision or reduce the
collision speed.
■Suspension control
When the system determines that the
possibility of a frontal collision is high,
the Adaptive Variable Suspension sys-
tem ( P.262) will control the damping
force of the shock absorbers to help
maintain an appropriate vehicle pos-
ture.
■Steering control (if equipped)
When the system determines that the
possibility of a frontal collision is high
PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
The pre-collision system uses a
radar sensor and camera sensor to
detect vehicles and pedestrians*1 in
front of your vehicle. When the sys-
tem determines that the possibility
of a frontal collision with a vehicle
or pedestrian is high, a warning
operates to urge the driver to take
evasive action and the potential
brake pressure is increased to help
the driver avoid the collision. If the
system determines that the possi-
bility of a frontal collision with a
vehicle or pedestrian is extremely
high, the brakes are automatically
applied to help avoid the collision or
help reduce the impact of the colli-
sion.
The pre-collision system can be dis-
abled/enabled and the warning tim-
ing can be changed. ( P.212)
*1: Depending on the region in which
the vehicle was sold, the pedestrian
detection function may not be avail-
able. Contact any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer for details.
System functions

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Inside of displayed white lines is
white
Indicates that the system is recognizing
white (yellow) lines. When the vehicle
departs from its lane, the white line dis-
played on the side the vehicle departs
from flashes orange.
Inside of displayed white lines is
black
Indicates that the system is not able to
recognize white (yellow) lines or is
temporarily canceled.
■Operation conditions of each function
●Lane departure alert function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• LKA is turned on. • Vehicle speed is approximately 50 km/h (32 mph) or more.
• System recognizes white (yellow) lines. • Width of traffic lane is approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) or more.
• Turn signal lever is not operated. • Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius of
more than approximately 150 m (492 ft.). • No system malfunctions are detected. ( P.224)
●Steering assist function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met in addition to the
operation conditions for the lane departure
alert function.
• Setting for “Steering Assist” in of the
multi-information display is set to “On”.
( P.92)
• Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated by a fixed amount or more.
• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for changing lanes.
• ABS, VSC, TRC and PCS are not oper- ating.• TRC or VSC is not turned off.
• Except for Israel: Hands off steering wheel alert is not displayed.
●Vehicle sway warning function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• Setting for “Sway Warning” in of the
multi-information display is set to “On”.
( P.92)
• Vehicle speed is approximately 50 km/h (32 mph) or more.• Width of traffic lane is approximately 3 m
(9.8 ft.) or more. • No system malfunctions are detected. ( P.224)
●Lane centering function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• LKA is turned on. • Setting for “Steering Assist” and “Lane
Center” in of the multi-information
display are set to “On”. ( P.92) • System recognizes white (yellow) lines.• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range is operating.

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Driving
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 2.5 to 4.1 m (8.2 to 13.5 ft.).• Turn signal lever is not operated.
• Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius of more than approximately 200 m (656
ft.). • No system malfunctions are detected. ( P.224)
• Vehicle does not accelerate or deceler- ate by a fixed amount or more.• Steering wheel is not operated with a
steering force level suitable for changing lanes.• ABS, VSC, TRC and PCS are not oper-
ating. • TRC or VSC is not turned off.• Except for Israel: Hands off steering
wheel alert is not displayed. • Steering assist function is not operating.
■Temporary cancellation of functions
When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be temporarily can-celed. However, when the operation condi-
tions are met again, operation of the function is automatically restored.
■Steering assist function/lane centering
function
Depending on the vehicle speed, lane
departure situation, road conditions, etc., the driver may not feel the function is oper-ating or the function may not operate at all.
■Lane departure alert function
The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio playback, etc.
■Hands off steering wheel alert
For Israel: When the system determines that the driver has removed the hands from
the steering wheel while the steering assist function or lane centering function is oper-ating, a warning message is displayed on
the multi-information display. If the driver continues to keep the hands off of the steer-ing wheel, a buzzer sounds and a warning
message is displayed. This alert also oper- ates in the same way when the driver con-tinuously operates the steering wheel only a
small amount. However, depending on the road conditions, etc., the function may not
cancel.
Except for Israel: When the system deter-
mines that the driver has removed the hands from the steering wheel while the steering assist function or lane centering
function is operating, a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display. If the driver continues to keep the hands off of
the steering wheel, a warning message is displayed and the function is temporarily canceled. This alert also operates in the
same way when the driver continuously operates the steering wheel only a small amount. However, depending on the road
conditions, etc., the function may not can- cel.
■White (yellow) lines are only on one side of road
The LKA system will not operate for the side on which white (yellow) lines could not
be recognized.
■Conditions in which functions may not operate properly
In the following situations, the camera sen- sor may not detect white (yellow) lines and various functions may not operate normally.
●There are shadows on the road that run
parallel with, or cover, the white (yellow) lines.
●The vehicle is driven in an area without white (yellow) lines, such as in front of a tollgate or checkpoint, or at an intersec-
tion, etc.
●The white (yellow) lines are cracked,
“Raised pavement marker” or stones are present.
●The white (yellow) lines cannot be seen or are difficult to see due to sand, etc.
●The vehicle is driven on a road surface that is wet due to rain, puddles, etc.
●The traffic lines are yellow (which may be more difficult to recognize than lines that are white).
●The white (yellow) lines cross over a curb, etc.
●The vehicle is driven on a bright surface, such as concrete.

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WARNING
●Assisting the driver to measure follow- ing distance
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range is on ly intended to help
the driver in determ ining the following
distance between the driver’s own vehi-
cle and a designated vehicle traveling
ahead. It is not a mechanism that allows
careless or inattentive driving, and it is
not a system that can assist the driver in
low-visibility conditions. It is still neces-
sary for driver to pay close attention to
the vehicle’s surroundings.
●Assisting the driver to judge proper following distance
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range determines whether the
following distance between the driver’s
own vehicle and a designated vehicle
traveling ahead is within a set range. It is
not capable of making any other type of
judgement. Therefore, it is absolutely
necessary for the driver to remain vigi-
lant and to determine whether or not
there is a possibility of danger in any
given situation.
●Assisting the driver to operate the vehicle
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range has limited capability to
prevent or avoid a collision with a vehicle
traveling ahead. Therefore, if there is
ever any danger, the driver must take
immediate and direct control of the vehi-
cle and act appropriately in order to
ensure the safety of all involved.
■To avoid inadvertent dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
activation
Switch the dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range off using the cruise control main switch when not in use.
■Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range
Do not use dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range in any of the follow- ing situations.
Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an acci-dent resulting in death or serious injury.
●Roads where there are pedestrians,
cyclists, etc.
●In heavy traffic
●On roads with sharp bends
●On winding roads
●On slippery roads, such as those cov- ered with rain, ice or snow
●On steep downhills, or where there
are sudden changes between sharp up and down gradients Vehicle speed may exceed the set
speed when driving down a steep hill.
●At entrances to freeways and highways
●When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sen-sors from detecting correctly (fog,
snow, sandstorm, heavy rain, etc.)
●When there is rain, snow, etc. on the front surface of the radar sensor or camera sensor
●In traffic conditions that require fre-
quent repeated acceleration and deceleration
●During emergency towing

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Driving
• When the Lexus parking assist-sensor is turned off once and turned on again• When the engine switch
is turned off once and turned to IGNI- TION ON mode again
■If “Clean Parking Assist Sensor” is dis-played on the multi-information display
A sensor may be dirty or covered with snow or ice. In such cases, if it is removed from
the sensor, the system should return to nor- mal.
Also, due to the sensor being frozen at low temperatures, a malfunction display may appear or an obstacle may not be detected.
If the sensor thaws out, the system should return to normal.
■If “Parking Assist Malfunction” or “Park-ing Assist Malfunction Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed on the multi-infor- mation display
There is a malfunction and the device may not be working properly.
Have the vehicle inspected by any autho- rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Sensor detection information
●The sensor’s detection areas are limited
to the areas around the vehicle’s front and rear bumpers.
●Certain vehicle conditions and the sur-rounding environment may affect the ability of the sensor to correctly detect
obstacles. Particular instances where this may occur are listed below.• There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor.
(Wiping the sensors will resolve this problem.)• The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area
will resolve this problem.)
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is fro-
zen the screen may show an abnormal dis-
play, or obstacles may not be detected.
• The sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.• On an extremely bumpy road, on an
incline, on grav el, or on grass. • The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to
vehicle horns, motorcycle engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing ultrasonic waves.
• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensor in the vicinity.• The sensor is splashed with water or
heavy rain. • The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.
• Towing eyelets are installed. • The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• The area directly under the bumpers is not detected.• If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.
• A non-genuine Lexus suspension (low- ered suspension etc.) is installed.• People may not be detected if they are
wearing certain types of clothing.
In addition to the examples above, there are
instances in which, because of their shape,
signs and other objects may be judged by
the sensor to be closer than they are.
●The shape of the obstacle may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay particu-
lar attention to the following obstacles: • Wires, fences, ropes, etc.• Cotton, snow and other materials that
absorb sound waves • Sharply-angled objects•Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections pro- jecting outwards in the direction of your vehicle
●The following situations may occur during use.
• Depending on the shape of the obstacle and other factors, the detection distance may shorten, or detection may be impos-
sible. • Obstacles may not be detected if they are too close to the sensor.
• There will be a short delay between obstacle detection and display. Even at slow speeds, there is a possibility that the
obstacle will come within the sensor’s detection areas before the display is shown and the warning beep sounds.

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■ECB (Electronically Controlled
Brake System)
The electronically controlled system
generates braking force correspond-
ing to the brake operation
■ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the
brakes are applied suddenly, or if the
brakes are applied while driving on a
slippery road surface
■Brake assist
Generates an increased level of brak-
ing force after the brake pedal is
depressed when the system detects a
panic stop situation
■VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding
when swerving suddenly or turning on
slippery road surfaces
■Secondary Collision Brake (if
equipped)
When the airbag sensor detects a colli-
sion, the brakes and brake lights are
automatically controlled to reduce the
vehicle speed and that helps reduce
the possibility of further damage due to
a secondary collision.
■TRC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and pre-
vent the drive wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerat-
ing on slippery roads
■Hill-start assist control
Helps to reduce the backward move-
ment of the vehicle when starting on an
uphill
■VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steer-
ing) (if equipped)
Adjusts the front wheel turning angle in
accordance with the vehicle speed and
steering wheel movement
■DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) (if
equipped)
Contributes to the turning characteris-
tics and responsiveness of the vehicle
by slightly adjusting the rear wheel
angle of the vehicle in accordance with
steering wheel movement.
■EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce
the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel
■AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspen-
sion System)
By independently controlling the
damping force of the shock absorbers
for each of the 4 wheels according to
Driving assist systems
To keep driving safety and perfor-
mance, the following systems oper-
ate automatically in response to
various driving situations. Be aware,
however, that these systems are
supplementary and should not be
relied upon too heavily when oper-
ating the vehicle.
Summary of the driving assist
systems