maintenance lexus LC500h 2018 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2018 LC500,LC500H OWNER'S MANUAL (OM11405U)

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
(Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)
Vehicle status
information and
indicatorsReading driving-related information
(Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)
Before drivingOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving
(Main topics: Keys, doors, seats)
DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
(Main topics: Starting engine , refueling)
Interior featuresUsage of the interior features
(Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)
Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
(Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)
When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction and emergency
(Main topics: Battery discharge, flat tire)
Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features
(Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)
For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt,
SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

3TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Power (ignition) switch (LC500h) ............................................................ 143
EV drive mode (LC500h)........ 147
Automatic transmission (LC500) ............................................................ 149
Hybrid transmission (LC500h) ............................................................ 155
Turn signal lever.............................. 161
Parking brake ................................. 162
Brake Hold....................................... 165
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ............................ 167
Automatic High Beam ................ 170
Windshield wipers and washer 172
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap......... 176
4-5. Using the driving support systems Lexus Safety System+ ................. 178
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 184
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ...... 191
Dynamic radar crui se control with
full-speed range.......................... 198
Driving mode select switch...... 208
Intuitive parking assist ................ 209
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 215
Active rear wing ........................... 224
Driving assist systems ................. 226
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips (LC500h) ..................................... 231
Winter driving tips ....................... 233
5-1. Remote Touch Remote Touch ............................... 2365-2. Lexus Climate Concierge
Lexus Climate Concierge........ 240
5-3. Using the air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning system........................................................... 242
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators................... 249
5-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............................ 252
5-5. Using the storage features List of storage features .............. 254
Trunk features ............................... 256
5-6. Using the other interior features Other interior features .............. 258
Garage door opener ................. 260
Lexus Enform Safety Connect 266
Lexus Enform Remote ............... 270
Lexus Enform Service Connect ............................................................ 271
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior.................................... 274
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior ..................................... 277
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance re quirements .....282
General maintenance................ 283
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) program
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions.......................................................... 287
Hood ................................................. 289
5Interior features
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Positioning a floor jack...............289
Engine compartment................... 291
12-volt battery................................ 298
Tires .................................................... 301
Replacing the tire ......................... 309
Tire inflation pressure .................. 313
Wheels............................................... 315
Air conditioning filter...................316
Electronic key battery ................. 318
Checking and replacing fuses . 319
Headlight aim................................. 323
Light bulbs ....................................... 324
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers..................... 326
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................. 326
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed........................................................... 328
If you think something is wrong ........................................................... 332
Fuel pump shut off system (LC500)....................................... 333
If a warning light turns on or a warn- ing buzzer sounds ..................... 334
If a warning message is displayed ........................................................... 344
If you have a flat tire..................... 350
If the engine will not start (LC500) ............................................................ 351
If the hybrid system will not start (LC500h) .................................... 352
If you lose your keys .................... 354If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened .......................................... 354
If the electronic key does not oper- ate properly ................................. 355
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................................................... 357
If your vehicle overheats (LC500) .......................................................... 364
If your vehicle overheats (LC500h) .......................................................... 366
If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 370
8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ................................................. 372
Fuel information............................. 381
Tire information ............................ 383
8-2. Customization Customizable features ............... 391
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ........................... 403
9-1. For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................................... 406
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ................... 406
SRS airbag instructions for Cana- dian owners (in French) ......... 408
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French) 414
7When trouble arises
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners

561-3. Hybrid system
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■Sounds and vibrations specific to a
hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration
even though the vehicle is able to move with
the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For
safety, apply the parking brake and make
sure to shift the shift position to P when
parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may
occur when the hybrid system is operating
and are not a malfunction:
●Motor sounds may be heard from the
engine compartment.
●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid
battery (traction battery) behind the rear
seats when the hybrid system starts or
stops.
●Relay operating sounds such as a snap or
soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid
battery (traction battery), behind the rear
seats, when the hybrid system is started
or stopped.
●Sounds from the hybrid system may be
heard when the trunk lid is open.
●Sounds may be heard from the transmis-
sion when the gasoline engine starts or
stops, when driving at low speeds, or
during idling.
●Engine sounds may be heard when
accelerating sharply.
●Sounds may be heard due to regenera-
tive braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal is
released.
●Vibration may be felt when the gasoline
engine starts or stops.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard from
the air intake vents under the rear seats.
■Maintenance, repair, recycling, and dis-
posal
Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main-
tenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do
not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV
indicator) can be changed.
(Customizable features:  P.391)
When driving with the gasoline engine
stopped, a sound, which changes in
accordance with the driving speed, will
be played in order to warn people
nearby of the vehicle’s approach. The
sound will stop when the vehicle speed
exceeds approximately 15 mph (25
km/h).
■Vehicle proximity notification system
In the following cases, the vehicle proximity
notification system may be difficult for sur-
rounding people to hear.
●In very noisy areas
●In the wind or the rain
Also, as the vehicle proximity notification
system is installed on the front of the vehicle,
it may be more difficult to hear from the rear
of the vehicle compared to the front.
■If “Proximity Notification System Mal-
function Visit Your Dealer” is displayed
on the multi-information display
The system may be ma lfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Customization
The volume of vehicle proximity notification
system sound can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.391)
Vehicle proximity notification
system

621-4. Theft deterrent system
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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 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
■Certifications for the engine immo bilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii and Puerto Rico
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

641-4. Theft deterrent system
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■Items to check before locking the
vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of
the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following:
 Nobody is in the vehicle.
 The windows are closed before the
alarm is set.
 No valuables or other personal
items are left in the vehicle.
■Setting
Close the doors, trunk and hood, and
lock both side doors. The system will
be set automatically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from being on
to flashing when the system is set.
■Canceling or stopping
Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarms:
 Unlock the doors or open the trunk.
 Turn the engine switch switch> to ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode , or
start the engine .
(The alarm will be deactivated or
stopped after a few seconds.)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type
alarm system.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following
situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm
system.)
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door,
the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle
using a door lock switch.
●The 12-volt battery is recharged or
replaced when the vehicle is locked.
(  P.361)
Alarm
The alarm uses light and sound to
give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the follow-
ing situations when the alarm is set:
 A locked door or trunk is
unlocked or opened in any way
other than using the entry func-
tion, wireless remote control or
mechanical key. (The doors will
lock again automatically.)
 The hood is opened.
Setting/canceling/stopping the
alarm system

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that the vehicle be within view of the user
when operating Lexus Enform Remote.
In some states, use of Lexus Enform
Remote may violate state or local laws.
Before using Lexus Enform Remote,
check your state and local laws.
●Any malfunction of th e Lexus should be
repaired by your Lexus dealer.
●Lexus Enform Remote is designed to
work at temperatures above -22°F (-
30°C). This specification is related to the
Lexus Enform Remote operation, but is
dependent on the vehicle’s operating
temperature range which may be differ-
ent.
●Content is subject to change without
notice.
●Some features of the Lexus Enform
Remote may not be available on some
models.
●Additional information can be found at
www.lexus.com/enform/.
●Availability of func tions of the Lexus
Enform service is de pendent on network
reception level.
■Safety information for Lexus Enform
Remote
Refer to the safety information for Safety
Connect: P.270
*: If equipped
■Availability of service
Lexus Enform Service Connect is available
in the contiguous Un ited States, Washing-
ton D.C. and Alaska.
Lexus Enform Service Connect is not avail-
able in Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin
Islands and Canada.
■Lexus Enform Serv ice Connect Infor-
mation
Availability of functions of the Lexus Enform
Service Connect is dependent on network
reception level.
■Safety information for Lexus Enform
Service Connect
Refer to the safety information for Safety
Connect: P.270
Lexus Enform Service Con-
nect
*
Lexus Enform Service Connect
uses DCM (Data Communication
Module) to collect and transmit
vehicle data that allows Lexus to
provide:
 Vehicle Health Report (VHR)
(Safety Recalls, Service Cam-
paigns, Current Vehicle Alerts,
Required Maintenance, and Vehi-
cle Condition Status)
 Maintenance Notifications
 Vehicle Alert Notifications
For details about this service and
how to register, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/
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The Lexus Enform Service Con-
nect is achieved by using a DCM
built in the vehicle.

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Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior ................................ 274
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior ................................. 277
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .. 282
General maintenance ............. 283
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) programs ......... 286
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions........................................................ 287
Hood............................................... 289
Positioning a floor jack............ 289
Engine compartment................ 291
12-volt battery............................. 298
Tires ................................................. 301
Replacing the tire ...................... 309
Tire inflation pressure ............... 313
Wheels............................................ 315
Air conditioning filter................316
Electronic key battery .............. 318
Checking and replacing fuses ......................................................... 319
Headlight aim.............................. 323
Light bulbs .................................... 324

2746-1. Maintenance and care
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6-1.Maintenance and care
Working from top to bottom, liber-
ally apply water to the vehicle body,
wheel wells and underside of the
vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
 Wash the vehicle body using a
sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
 For hard-to-remove marks, use car
wash soap and rinse thoroughly with
water.
 Wipe away any water.
 Wax the vehicle when the water-
proof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface,
apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.
■CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plas-
tic) part (if equipped)
●As the CFRP parts ma y change color if
they are exposed to ultraviolet rays for
extended periods of time, Lexus recom-
mends that your vehicle be stored in a
place where it will not be exposed to
direct sunlight.
●Do not use wax that contains abrasives.
●Do not use automatic car washes as they
may scratch the CFRP parts and damage
the paint.
■Self-restoring coat*
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coat-
ing that is resistant to small surface scratches caused in
a car wash etc.
●The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from
when the vehicle is delivered from the
plant.
●The restoration time differs depending on
the depth of the scratch and outside tem-
perature.
The restoration time may become
shorter when the coating is warmed by
applying warm water.
●Deep scratches caused by keys, coins,
etc. cannot be restored.
●Do not use wax that contain abrasives.*: CFRP parts (if equipp ed) do not have a
self-restoring coat.
■Cleaning the areas with metal accents
Do not use baking soda (sodium bicarbon-
ate) and wax that contains abrasives.
■Automatic car washes (vehicles without
CFRP parts)
●Fold the mirrors befo re washing the vehi-
cle. Start washing from the front of the
vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors
before driving.
●Wash the vehicle with the active rear
wing retracted. If the vehicle is washed
with the active rear wing raised, depend-
ing on the type of automatic car wash, the
brushes of the automatic car wash may
become stuck on the active rear wing. In
this case, the active rear wing may not be
washed very well or may even be
scratched or damaged.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes
may scratch the vehicle body and dam-
age the paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash
to come within close proximity of the win-
dows.
●Before using the car wash, check that the
fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
■Notes for the smart access system with
push-button start
If the door handle becomes wet while the
electronic key is within the effective range,
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior
Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.
Cleaning instructions

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the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In
that case, follow the following correction
procedures to wash the vehicle:
●Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or
more separate from the vehicle while the
vehicle is being washed. (Take care to
ensure that the key is not stolen.)
●Set the electronic key to battery-saving
mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. ( P.108)
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a
neutral detergent.
●Wash detergent off with water immedi-
ately after use.
●To protect the paint from damage, make
sure to observe the following precau-
tions.
• Do not use acidic, a lkaline or abrasive
detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driving or park-
ing in hot weather
■Brake caliper coating
●When using detergent, use neutral deter-
gent. Do not use hard brushes or abra-
sive cleaners, as they will damage the
coating.
●Do not use detergent on the brake cali-
pers when they are hot.
●Wash detergent off immediately after
use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Front side windows water-repellent
coating
●The following precautions can extend the
effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate
on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp
cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the win- dows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance
has become insufficient, the coating can
be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the
engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to
catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in hands
being caught or other serious injuries
and cause damage to the wiper blades.
Off
AUTO
●When the upper part of the windshield
where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close
to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the wind-
shield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sen-
sor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
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