air suspension LEXUS LS460L 2016 Owners Manual

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LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
3-5. Opening, closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows...........................236
Moon roof .....................................240
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle .....................246
Cargo and luggage ................... 257
Trailer towing .............................. 258
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch ...........259
Automatic transmission
(vehicles without
paddle shift switches) ............264
Automatic transmission
(vehicles with paddle
shift switches)............................269
Turn signal lever .........................278
Parking brake .............................. 279
Brake Hold....................................282
Horn.................................................284
4-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ........................ 285
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System)......................................... 291
Fog light switch .......................... 298
Windshield wipers and
washer......................................... 300
Headlight cleaner switch ....... 304
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 305
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control ............................ 309
Dynamic radar cruise
control........................................... 313
Dynamic radar
cruise control
with full-speed range .............328
LKA
(Lane-Keeping Assist) ..........344
Driving mode select
switch ...........................................354
Electronically modulated
air suspension............................ 358
Driving assist systems.............. 360
PCS (Pre-Crash
Safety system).......................... 368
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor)............... 381
•The Blind Spot Monitor
function.....................................387
• The RCTA function ........... 390
Lexus night view .........................393
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips .....................399
Eco-friendly driving tips ..........403
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581-1. For safe use
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
CAUTION
■Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perfor m any of the following modifications with-
out consulting your Lexus dealer. The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy
(inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.
●Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags
●Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument
panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side
rails
●Repairs or modifications of the front fend er, front bumper, or side of the occupant
compartment
●Installation of a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.), snow plows, winches
●Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system
●Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios (RF-transmitter)
and CD players

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4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle..................... 246
Cargo and luggage ................... 257
Trailer towing .............................. 258
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch ...........259
Automatic transmission
(vehicles without paddle
shift switches)............................ 264
Automatic transmission
(vehicles with paddle
shift switches)............................ 269
Turn signal lever ......................... 278
Parking brake .............................. 279
Brake Hold....................................282
Horn.................................................284
4-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ........................ 285
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System)......................................... 291
Fog light switch ...........................298
Windshield wipers and
washer ........................................ 300
Headlight cleaner switch ....... 304
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 305
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control .............................309
Dynamic radar
cruise control............................. 313
Dynamic radar cruise
control with
full-speed range ......................328
LKA
(Lane-Keeping Assist).......... 344
Driving mode select
switch ........................................... 354
Electronically modulated
air suspension ...........................358
Driving assist systems ..............360
PCS (Pre-Crash
Safety system) ..........................368
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor) .............. 381
•The Blind Spot Monitor
function .................................... 387
• The RCTA function .............390
Lexus night view ......................... 393
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips ..................... 399
Eco-friendly driving tips ..........403

3524-5. Using the driving support systems
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
CAUTION
■Situations unsuitable for LKA
Do not use LKA in any of the following situations.
Otherwise, the system may not function correctly and could result in an accident.
●When driving with tire chains or similar equipment
●When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pressure is
low
●When there are objects or structures along the roadside that might be misinter-
preted as lane markers (such as guardrails, curb, reflector posts, etc.)
●When driving on snowy roads
●When pavement lane markers are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, sand, dirt,
etc.
●When there are visible lines on the pavement from road repairs, or if the remains
of old lane markers are still visible on the road
●When driving on slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
●When driving in a lane other than the driving or passing lanes on a freeway or
highway
●When driving on a road with lane closures due to maintenance, or when driving
in a temporary lane
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to or incorrect operation of the LKA system
●Do not modify the headlights or attach stickers to the surface of the lights.
●Do not modify the suspension.
If any suspension parts need to be replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not install or place anything on the hood or the grille. Also, do not install a
grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar etc.).
●Do not modify the sun visor.
If the sun visor needs to be replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.
●If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.

3544-5. Using the driving support systems
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Vehicles without electronically modulated air suspension
Normal mode
For normal driving.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips
that involve frequent accelerating.
When not in Eco drive mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the
left, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on and Eco Driving Indicator Zone Dis-
play and average fuel consumption is shown on the multi-information display.
( P. 132)
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected to suit driving condition.
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3564-5. Using the driving support systems
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension
Normal mode
For normal driving.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
Comfort mode
By controlling the suspension, riding comfort is further enhanced. Suit-
able for city driving.
When not in comfort mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the
left, the “COMFORT” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips
that involve frequent accelerating.
When in comfort mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the left,
the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on and Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display
and average fuel consumption is shown on the multi-information display.
( P. 132)
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3574-5. Using the driving support systems
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Sport mode
• SPORT S mode
Assists acceleration response by controlling the transmission and
the engine. Suitable for when powerful acceleration is desirable.
When not in SPORT S mode and the driv ing mode select switch is turned to
the right, the “SPORT S” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.
• SPORT S+ mode
Helps to ensure steering performance and driving stability by simul-
taneously controlling the steering and suspension in addition to the
transmission. Suitable for sporty driving.
When in SPORT S mode and the driving mo de select switch is turned to the
right, the “SPORT S+” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.
■Operation of the air conditioni ng system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air
conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency ( P. 418). To improve air condition-
ing performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in sport 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. 415)
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3584-5. Using the driving support systems
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
The vehicle height is maintained at the selected level regardless of the
number of occupants and luggage weight.
Turns high mode on/off.
When on, the “HEIGHT HIGH” indi-
cator will come on.
■Operating sound of the air suspension compressor
When the vehicle height is lowered, such as when entering or loading the vehicle, or
high mode is selected, the compressor may operate and a whirring sound may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
Electronically modul ated air suspension
: If equipped
By independently controlling the damping force of the shock absorbers
for each of the 4 wheels according to the road and driving conditions
and the selected driving mode, this system achieves ride comfort with
superior steering stability, an d ensures good vehicle posture.
In addition, vehicle height can be se lected according to road and driv-
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3594-5. Using the driving support systems
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LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
CAUTION
■Be sure to stop the engine in the following situations in order to stop operation of
the electronically modulated air suspension:
●The vehicle is parked on a curb.
●Any of the wheels is stuck in a ditch.
●It is necessary to jack up the vehicle.
●It is necessary to tow the vehicle with part of it lifted.
If the engine switch remains in IGNITION ON mode, the vehicle height may
change, and you may catch part of your body in the vehicle, resulting in accidental
damage.

5116-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of the
vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and harm
your vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the win-
dows and the air suspension unit (if equipped).
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving for
long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers and side moldings
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.