air conditioning lexus LC500 2018 Owner's Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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5
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Power (ignition) switch (LC500h)
............................................................ 167
EV drive mode (LC500h)......... 171
Automatic transmission (LC500)
............................................................ 173
Hybrid transmission (LC500h)
............................................................ 179
Turn signal lever ............................ 186
Parking brake ................................. 187
Brake Hold....................................... 189
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............................. 191
Automatic High Beam ................ 193
Fog light switch .............................. 196
Windshield wipers and washer 196
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap......... 201
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System+ ................ 203
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 210
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ..... 218
RSA (Road Sign Assist)............. 226
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range......................... 229
Cruise control ............................... 239
Driving mode select switch...... 242
Lexus parking assist-sensor..... 243
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 248
Active rear wing ........................... 259
Driving assist systems................. 262
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
(LC500h) .................................... 267
Winter driving tips ....................... 269
5-1. Remote Touch
Remote Touch................................ 274
5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge
Lexus Climate Concierge ....... 278
5-3. Using the air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system
.......................................................... 280
Heated steering wheel/seat heat-
ers/seat ventilators .................. 288
5-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............................. 291
5-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features ............... 293
Trunk features ............................... 295
5-6. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ............... 297
ERA-GLONASS ........................ 299
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehi-
cle exterior................................... 304
Cleaning and protecting the vehi-
cle interior .................................... 307
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ....... 312
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
............................................................ 314
Hood ................................................... 316
Positioning a floor jack ................316
5Interior features
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Engine compartment...................318
12-volt battery................................ 325
Tires ................................................... 327
Replacing the tire ......................... 339
Tire inflation pressure................. 345
Wheels.............................................. 346
Air conditioning filter.................. 347
Electronic key battery ................ 349
Checking and replacing fuses 350
Light bulbs ....................................... 355
7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers..................... 360
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency............................. 360
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed
........................................................... 362
If you think something is wrong
........................................................... 366
Fuel pump shut off system
(LC500)....................................... 367
If a warning light turns on or a warn-
ing buzzer sounds..................... 368
If a warning message is displayed
........................................................... 378
If you have a flat tire..................... 384
If the engine will not start (LC500)
........................................................... 385
If the hybrid system will not start
(LC500h) .................................... 386
If you lose your keys .................... 388
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened .......................................... 388
If the electronic key does not oper-
ate properly ................................. 389
If the 12-volt battery is discharged
........................................................... 392
If your vehicle overheats (LC500)
.......................................................... 400
If your vehicle overheats (LC500h)
.......................................................... 403
If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 407
8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level,
etc.) .................................................. 410
Fuel information.............................. 421
8-2. Customization
Customizable features ............... 423
8-3. Items to initialize
Items to initialize ........................... 436
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
.......................................................... 438
Alphabetical index ....................... 441
Certification ................................... 453
7When trouble arises
8Vehicle specifications
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Pictorial index
Parking brake switch..............................................................................................P.187
Applying/releasing ............................................................................................................P .187
Precautions against winter season............................................................................ P.270
Warning buzzer/message ................................................................................ P.372, 379
Turn signal lever ......................................................................................................P.186
Headlight switch ....................................................................................................... P.191
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/daytime running lights ................. P.191
Rear fog light ................................................................................................................. ....... P.196
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................................................................ P.196
Usage .......................................................................................................................... ............ P.196
Adding washer fluid......................................................................................................... P.3 24
Warning messages ...........................................................................................................P.37 9
Headlight cleaners............................................................................................................. P.196
Emergency flasher switch .................................................................................. P.360
Hood lock release lever ........................................................................................P.316
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ......................................................P.145
Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... .......P.145
Driving position memory.................................................................................................P.140
Air conditioning system....................................................................................... P.280
Usage .......................................................................................................................... .......... P.280
Rear window defogger ....................................................................................................P.281
Audio system*
Trunk opener main switch ....................................................................................P.122
*: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Parking brake switch..............................................................................................P.187
Applying/releasing ............................................................................................................P .187
Precautions against winter season............................................................................ P.270
Warning buzzer/message ................................................................................ P.372, 379
Turn signal lever ......................................................................................................P.186
Headlight switch ....................................................................................................... P.191
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/daytime running lights ................. P.191
Rear fog light ................................................................................................................. ....... P.196
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................................................................ P.196
Usage .......................................................................................................................... ............ P.196
Adding washer fluid......................................................................................................... P.3 24
Warning messages ...........................................................................................................P.37 9
Headlight cleaners............................................................................................................. P.196
Emergency flasher switch .................................................................................. P.360
Hood lock release lever ........................................................................................P.316
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ......................................................P.145
Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... .......P.145
Driving position memory.................................................................................................P.140
Air conditioning system....................................................................................... P.280
Usage .......................................................................................................................... .......... P.280
Rear window defogger ....................................................................................................P.281
Audio system*
Trunk opener main switch ....................................................................................P.122
*: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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1-3. Hybrid system
For safety and security
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.
Warning label
Power control unit
Electric motor (traction motor)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Service plug
High voltage cables (orange)
Air conditioning compressor
■Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the
vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light ( P.373) go off. If there is only a small
amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not
be able to start. (The standard amount of fuel is about 12.1L [3.2 gal., 2.7 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This
value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined.)
Hybrid system precautions (LC500h)
Take care when handling the hybrid system , as it is a high voltage system (about
650 V at maximum) as well as contains parts that become extremely hot when
the hybrid system is operating. Obey the warning labels attached to the vehi-
cle.
System components
A
B
C
D
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
1Normal mode/Custom mode
Normal mode and custom mode are
selected by pressing the driving mode
select switch. Each time the switch is
pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and custom mode.
When custom mode is selected, the “Cus-
tom” indicator comes on.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
• Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
When the shift position is in D, an appropri-
ate gear for sporty driving may automati-
cally be selected according to driver
performance and driving conditions.
• Custom mode
Allows you to drive with the power train,
chassis and air conditioning system func-
tions set to your preferred settings.
Custom mode settings can only be
changed on the drive mode customization
display of Center Display. ( P.275)
2Comfort mode
By controlling the suspension, riding com-
fort is further enhanced. Suitable for city
driving.
When not in comfort mode and the driving
mode select switch is turned forward, the
“Comfort” indicator comes on.
3 Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an eco-
friendly manner and improve fuel economy
through moderate throttle characteristics
and by controlling the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cooling).
When in comfort mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned forward, the “Eco”
indicator comes on.
4 Sport mode
•SPORT S mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode is suitable for when agile driving
response is desired, such as when driving
on roads with many curves.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
“Sport S” indicator comes on.
•SPORT S+ mode
Provides earlier downshift timing than
SPORT S mode in order to maintain a high
engine speed and provides faster gear
changes. This mode also changes the
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
steering feel, suspension control and
VDIM control, making it suitable for pow-
erful sporty driving.
When in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
“Sport S+” indicator comes on.
■Operation of the air conditioning sys- tem in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cool- ing operations and fan speed of the air con-ditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency.
To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed ( P.281, 283)
●Turn off Eco drive mode
■Automatic deactivation of sport mode
and custom mode
If the engine switch is
turned off after driving in sport mode or custom mode, the drive mode will be changed to normal mode.
■Driving mode pop-up display
When the driving mode is changed, the selected driving mode will be temporarily
displayed on the side display. ( P.277)
For custom mode, select “Setting” on the
display to customize the driving mode.
■Types of sensors
Front corner sensors
Front center sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors
■Display
When the sensors detect an obstacle, a
graphic is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, head-up display and Cen-
ter Display depending on the position
and distance to the obstacle.
 Multi-information display and head-
Lexus parking assist-sensor
The distance from your vehicle to
nearby obstacles when parallel
parking or maneuvering into a
garage is measured by the sensors
and communicated via the multi-
information display, head-up dis-
play (if equipped), Center Display
and a buzzer. Always check the sur-
rounding area when using this sys-
tem.
System components
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
• Thin posts or objects lower than the sen- sor may not be detected when approached, even if they have been
detected once. • It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of the audio system or air flow
noise of the air conditioning system. • It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the sounds of other systems.
■Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P.423)
■Detection range of the sensors
Approximately 100 cm (3.3 ft.)
WARNING
■When using the Lexus parking assist- sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely and pos-sibly cause an accident.
●Do not use the sensor at speeds in
excess of 10 km/h (6 mph).
●The sensors’ detection areas and reac- tion times are limited. When moving forward or reversing, check the areas
surrounding the vehicle (especially the sides of the vehicle) for safety, and drive slowly, using the brake to control
the vehicle’s speed.
●Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.
NOTICE
■When using Lexus parking assist-sen-sor
In the following situations, the system may not function correctly due to a sen-
sor malfunction etc. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
●The Lexus parking assist-sensor oper- ation display flashes or shows continu-
ously, and a beep sounds when no obstacles are detected.
●If the area around a sensor collides with something, or is subjected to
strong impact.
●If the bumper or grille collides with something.
●If the display flashes or shows continu-ously without beeping, except when
the mute function has been turned on.
●If a display error occurs, first check the sensor. If the error occurs even when there is
no ice, snow or mud on the sensor, it is likely that the sensor is malfunctioning.
■Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor mal- functioning.
Sensor detection display, obsta-
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4-6. Driving tips
Driving
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the accelera-
tor pedal depression amount can be
generated more smoothly than it is in
normal conditions. In addition, the
operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving the fuel economy.
( P.242)
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by
keeping the indicate of Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( P.86)
Shift the shift position to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driving in
heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift position
to P when parking. When using the N
position, there is no positive effect on
fuel consumption. In the N position, the
gasoline engine operates but electric-
ity cannot be generated. Also, when
using the air conditioning system, etc.,
the hybrid battery (traction battery)
power is consumed.
 Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid
abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion. Gradual acceleration and
deceleration will make more effec-
tive use of the electric motor (trac-
tion motor) without having to use
gasoline engine power.
 Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery)
power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be
restored by driving with the acceler-
ator pedal slightly released.
Make sure to operate the brakes gently
and in a timely manner. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be
regenerated when slowing down.
Repeated acceleration and decelera-
tion, as well as long waits at traffic
lights, will lead to bad fuel economy.
Check traffic reports before leaving
and avoid delays as much as possible.
When driving in a traffic jam, gently
release the brake pedal to allow the
vehicle to move forward slightly while
avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control
excessive gasoline consumption.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
(LC500h)
For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the follow-
ing points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Changing the shift position
Accelerator pedal/brake pedal
operation
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4-6. Driving tips
Control and maintain the vehicle at a
constant speed. Before stopping at a
toll booth or similar, allow plenty of
time to release the accelerator and
gently apply the brakes. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be
regenerated when slowing down.
Use the air conditioning only when
necessary. Doing so can help reduce
excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient tem-
perature is high, use the recirculated
air mode. Doing so will help to reduce
the burden on the air conditioning sys-
tem and reduce fuel consumption as
well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine
will not automatically cut out until it and
the interior of the vehicle are warm, it
will consume fuel. Also, fuel consump-
tion can be improved by avoiding over-
use of the heater.
Make sure to check the tire inflation
pressure frequently. Improper tire infla-
tion pressure can cause poor fuel
economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large
amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor fuel economy.
Use tires that are appropriate for the
season.
Carrying heavy luggage will lead to
poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying
unnecessary luggage. Installing a large
roof rack will also cause poor fuel
economy.
Since the gasoline engine starts up and
cuts out automatically when cold,
warming up the engine is unnecessary.
Moreover, frequently driving short dis-
tances will cause the engine to repeat-
edly warm up, which can lead to excess
fuel consumption.
Highway driving
Air conditioning
Checking tire inflation pressure
Luggage
Warming up before driving