tires LEXUS LS500 2018 User Guide

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Driving
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Enabling/disabling the pre-colli-
sion system
The pre-collision system can be
enabled/disabled on ( → P.76) of
the multi-information display. The system is automatically enabled each
time the engine switch is turned to IGNI-
TION ON mode
If the system is disabled, the PCS warn-
ing light will turn on and a message will
be displayed on the multi-information
display. ■
Changing the pre-collision warn-
ing timing
The pre-collision warning timing can
be changed on ( → P.76) of the
multi-information display. The operation timing setting is retained
when the engine switch is turned off.
1 Far The warning will begin to operate earlier
than with the default timing.
2 Middle This is the default setting.
3 Near The warning will begi n to operate later
than with the default timing.
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Operational conditions
The pre-collision system is enabled and the WARNING●
If the vehicle cannot be driven in a sta-
ble manner, such as when the vehicle
has been in an accident or is malfunc-
tioning●
When the vehicle is driven in a sporty
manner or off-road●
When the tires are not properly
inflated●
When the tires are very worn●
When tires of a size other than speci-
fied are installed●
When tire chains are installed●
When a compact spare tire or an
emergency tire puncture repair kit is
used●
If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may
obstruct the radar sensor or camera
sensor is temporarily installed to the
vehicle
Changing settings of the pre-col-
lision system

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Driving • The vehicle is wobbling.
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely
high speeds.
• When driving on a hill
• If the radar sensor or camera sensor is
misaligned●
In some situations such as the following,
sufficient braking force may not be
obtained, preventing the system from
performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to
their full extent, such as when the brake
parts are extremely cold, extremely hot,
or wet
• If the vehicle is not properly maintained
(brakes or tires are excessively worn,
improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)
• When the vehicle is being driven on a
gravel road or other slippery surface●
Some pedestrians such as the following
may not be detected by the radar sensor
and camera sensor, preventing the sys-
tem from operating properly:
• Pedestrians shorter than approximately
3.2 ft. (1 m) or tall er than approximately
6.5 ft. (2 m)
• Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing
(a rain coat, long skir t, etc.), making their
silhouette obscure
• Pedestrians who are carrying large bag-
gage, holding an umbrella, etc., hiding
part of their body
• Pedestrians who are bending forward or
squatting
• Pedestrians who are pushing a stroller,
wheelchair, bicycle or other vehicle
• Groups of pedestrians which are close
together
• Pedestrians who are wearing white and
look extremely bright
• Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night
or while in a tunnel
• Pedestrians whose clothing appears to
be nearly the same co lor or brightness as
their surroundings
• Pedestrians near walls , fences, guardrails,
or large objects
• Pedestrians who are on a metal object
(manhole cover, steel plate, etc.) on the
road
• Pedestrians who are walking fast
• Pedestrians who are changing speed
abruptly • Pedestrians running out from behind a
vehicle or a large object
• Pedestrians who are extremely close to
the side of the vehicle (outside rear view
mirror, etc.) ■
If the PCS warning light flashes or illumi-
nates and a warning message is dis-
played on the multi-information display
The pre-collision system may be temporar-
ily unavailable or there may be a malfunc-
tion in the system. ●
In the following situations, the warning
light will turn off, the message will disap-
pear and the system will become opera-
tional when normal operating conditions
return:
• When the radar sensor or camera sensor
or the area around either sensor is hot,
such as in the sun
• When the radar sensor or camera sensor
or the area around either sensor is cold,
such as in an extremely cold environment
• When a front sensor is dirty or covered
with snow, etc.
• When the part of the windshield in front
of the camera sensor is fogged up or cov-
ered with condensation or ice (Defog-
ging the windshield: → P.314)
• If the camera sensor is obstructed, such
as when the hood is open or a sticker is
attached to the windshield near the cam-
era sensor ●
If the PCS warning light continues to flash
or remains illuminated or the warning
message does not disappear even
though the vehicle has returned to nor-
mal, the system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
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If VSC is disabled
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If VSC is disabled ( → P.294), the pre-col-
lision brake assist and pre-collision brak-
ing functions are also disabled.
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The PCS warning light will turn on and
“VSC Turned Off Pre-Collision Brake
System Unavailable” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.

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LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) WARNING●
When the follow-up cruising display is
displayed ( → P.225) and the preced-
ing vehicle is being driven extremely
close to the left/right lane line. (Your
vehicle may follow the preceding vehi-
cle and depart from the lane.)●
Vehicle is driven where the road
diverges, merges, etc.
●
Asphalt repair marks, white (yellow)
line marks, etc. are present due to road
repair. ●
Objects or patterns that could be mis-
taken for white (yellow) lines are pres-
ent on the side of the road (guardrails,
curbs, reflective poles, etc.).
●
Vehicle is being driven around a sharp
curve. ●
Vehicle is driven on a road surface
which is slippery due to rainy weather,
fallen snow, freezing, etc. ●
Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered
road. ●
White (yellow) lines are difficult to see
due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc. ●
Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or
restricted lane due to construction
work. ●
Vehicle is driven in a construction
zone.
●
A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are
equipped.
●
When the tires have been excessively
worn, or when the tire inflation pres-
sure is low.
●
Tires which differ by structure, manu-
facturer, brand or tread pattern are
used.
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Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other
than on highways and freeways.
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Preventing LTA system malfunctions
and operations performed by mistake
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Do not modify the headlights or place
stickers, etc. on the surface of the
lights.

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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.●
If the edge of the road is not clear or
straight.●
The vehicle is driven on a surface that is
bright due to reflected light, etc.●
The vehicle is driven in an area where the
brightness changes suddenly, such as at
the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.●
Light from the headlights of an oncoming
vehicle, the sun, etc. enters the camera.●
The vehicle is driven on a slope.●
The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts
left or right, or a winding road.●
The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or
rough road.●
The vehicle is driven around a sharp
curve.●
The traffic lane is ex cessively narrow or
wide.●
The vehicle is extremely tilted due to car-
rying heavy luggage or having improper
tire pressure.●
The distance to the preceding vehicle is
extremely short.●
The preceding vehicle changes lanes.
(Your vehicle may follow the preceding
vehicle and also change lanes.)●
The preceding vehicle is swaying. (Your
vehicle may sway accordingly and depart
from the lane.)
●
The vehicle is moving up and down a
large amount due to road conditions
during driving (poor roads or road
seams).
●
When driving in a tunnel or at night with
the headlights off or when a headlight is
dim due to its lens being dirty or it being
misaligned.
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The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.
●
The vehicle has just changed lanes through operation of the steering wheel
by the driver or crossed an intersection. ●
Snow tires, etc. are equipped. ●
The vehicle is being driven at extremely
high speeds. ■
Warning message
If the following warning message is dis-
played on the multi-in formation display and
the LTA indicator illuminates in orange, fol-
low the appropriate troubleshooting proce-
dure.
Warning message Details/Actions
“LTA Malfunction
Visit Your Dealer” The system may not be
operating properly.
→ Have the vehicle
inspected at your
Lexus dealer.
“Front Camera
Unavailable
Remove Debris
On Windshield” Dirt, rain, condensa-
tion, ice, snow, etc., are
present on the wind-
shield in front of the
camera sensor.
→ Turn the LTA system
off, remove any dirt,
rain, condensation, ice,
snow, etc., from the
windshield, and then
turn the LTA system
back on.

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Driving
Press the LKA switch to turn the LKA
system on.WARNING■
Before using LKA system
Do not rely solely upon the LKA system.
The LKA system does not automatically
drive the vehicle or reduce the amount of
attention that must be paid to the area in
front of the vehicle. The driver must
always assume full responsibility for driv-
ing safely by paying careful attention to
the surrounding conditions and operat-
ing the steering wheel to correct the path
of the vehicle. Also, the driver must take
adequate breaks when fatigued, such as
from driving for a long period of time.
Failure to perform appropriate driving
operations and pay careful attention may
lead to an accident, resulting in death or
serious injury. ■
To avoid operating LKA system by
mistake
When not using the LKA system, use the
LKA switch to turn the system off. ■
Situations unsuitab le for LKA system
Do not use the LKA system in the follow-
ing situations.
The system may not operate properly
and lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
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A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are
equipped.
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When the tires have been excessively
worn, or when the tire inflation pres-
sure is low.
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Tires which differ by structure, manu-
facturer, brand or tread pattern are
used.
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Objects or patterns that could be mis-
taken for white (yellow) lines are pres-
ent on the side of th e road (guardrails,
curbs, reflective poles, etc.).
●
Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered
road.
●
White (yellow) lines are difficult to see
due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc. ●
Asphalt repair marks, white (yellow)
line marks, etc. are present due to road
repair. ●
Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or
restricted lane due to construction
work. ●
Vehicle is driven on a road surface
which is slippery due to rainy weather,
fallen snow, freezing, etc. ●
Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other
than on highways and freeways. ●
Vehicle is driven in a construction
zone. ■
Preventing LKA system malfunctions
and operations performed by mistake ●
Do not modify the headlights or place
stickers, etc. on the surface of the
lights. ●
Do not modify the suspension etc. If
the suspension etc. needs to be
replaced, contact your Lexus dealer. ●
Do not install or place anything on the
hood or grille. Also, do not install a
grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar,
etc.). ●
If your windshield needs repairs, con-
tact your Lexus dealer.
Turning LKA system on

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LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) function is automatically restored.
( → P.235)■
Steering assist function/lane centering
function
Depending on the vehicle speed, lane
departure situation, ro ad 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.
Also, it may be difficult to feel steering
wheel vibrations due to the road conditions,
etc. ■
Hands off steering wheel alert
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 operating, a warn-
ing message is displaye d on the multi-infor-
mation display. If the driver continues to
keep the hands off of the steering wheel, a
warning message is displayed and the func-
tion 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 cancel. ■
White (yellow) lines ar e 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 whic h 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.
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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,
“Botts’ dots”, “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 reco gnize 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. ●
The vehicle is driven on a surface that is
bright due to reflected light, etc. ●
The vehicle is driven in an area where the
brightness changes sudd enly, such as at
the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc. ●
Light from the headlights of an oncoming
vehicle, the sun, etc. enters the camera. ●
The vehicle is driven where the road
diverges, merges, etc. ●
The vehicle is driven on a slope. ●
The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts
left or right, or a winding road. ●
The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or
rough road. ●
The vehicle is driven around a sharp
curve. ●
The traffic lane is excessively narrow or
wide. ●
The vehicle is extremely tilted due to car-
rying heavy luggage or having improper
tire pressure. ●
The distance to the preceding vehicle is
extremely short.
●
The vehicle is moving up and down a
large amount due to road conditions
during driving (poor roads or road
seams).
●
The headlight lenses are dirty and emit a
faint amount of light at night, or the beam
axis has deviated.
●
The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.
●
The vehicle has just changed lanes or
crossed an intersection.
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Snow tires, etc. are equipped.

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• When the distance between your vehicle
and a guardrail, wall, etc. that enters the
detection area is short
• When driving up an d down consecutive
steep inclines, such as hills, dips in the
road, etc.
• When vehicle lanes are narrow, or when
driving on the edge of a lane, and a vehi-
cle traveling in a lane other than the adja-
cent lanes enters the detection area
• When driving on roads with sharp bends,
consecutive curves, or uneven surfaces
• When the tires are slipping or spinning
• When the distance between your vehicle
and a following vehicle is short
• When an accessory (such as a bicycle
carrier) is installed to the rear of the vehi-
cle *
: If equipped
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Intuitive parking assist (if
equipped)
Ultrasonic sensors are used to detect
static objects in the detection area
when driving at a low speed or backing
up. ( → P.257) ■
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
function (if equipped)
Radar sensors are used to detect
approaching vehicles in the detection
areas behind the vehicle when backing
up. ( → P.264) ■
RCD (Rear camera detection)
function (if equipped)
A rear camera sensor is used to detect
pedestrians in the detection area
behind the vehicle when backing up.
( → P.268)PKSA (Parking Support
Alert) *
The Parking Support Alert system
consists of the following functions
that operate when driving at a low
speed or backing up, such as when
parking. When the system deter-
mines that a collision with a
detected object, such as a wall, or
pedestrian is high, a warning oper-
ates to urge the driver to take eva-
sive action.
PKSA (Parking Support Alert)
system

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LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) • Pedestrians who are bending forward or
squatting
• Pedestrians who are lying down
• Pedestrians who are running
• Pedestrians who suddenly enter the
detection area
• Pedestrians riding a bicycle, skateboard,
or other light vehicle
• Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing
such as a rain coat, long skirt, etc., making
their silhouette obscure
• Pedestrians whose body is partially hid-
den by an object, such as a cart or
umbrella
• Pedestrians which are obscured by dark-
ness, such as at night●
In some situations, such as the following,
pedestrians may not be detected by the
rear camera detection function, prevent-
ing the function from operating properly:
• When backing up in inclement weather
(rain, snow, fog, etc.)
• When the rear camera is obscured (dirt,
snow, ice, etc. are attached) or scratched
• When a very bright light, such as the sun,
or the headlights of another vehicle,
shines directly into the rear camera
• When backing up in a place where the
surrounding brightness changes sud-
denly, such as at the entrance or exit of a
garage or underground parking lot
• When backing up in a dim environment
such as during dusk or in an underground
parking lot●
Even though there are no pedestrians in
the detection area, some objects, such as
the following, may be detected, possibly
causing the rear camera detection func-
tion to operate.
• Three dimensional objects, such as a
pole, traffic cone, fence, or parked vehi-
cle
• Moving objects, such as a car or motor-
cycle
• Objects moving toward your vehicle
when backing up, such as flags or pud-
dles (or airborne matter, such as smoke,
steam, rain, or snow)
• Cobblestone or gravel roads, tram rails,
road repairs, white lines, pedestrian
crossings or fallen leaves on the road
• Metal covers (gratings), such as those
used for drainage ditches • Objects reflected in a puddle or on a wet
road surface
• The roadside or bumps on the road
•Shadows on the road ●
In some situations, such as the following,
the rear camera detection function may
operate even though there are no pedes-
trians in the detection area.
• When backing up toward the roadside or
a bump on the road
• If the vehicle is signif icantly tilted, such as
when carrying a heavy load
• When backing up toward an
incline/decline
• If the suspension has been modified or
tires of a size othe r than specified are
installed
• If the rear of the vehicle is raised or low-
ered due to the carried load
• If an electronic component, such as a
backlit license plate or rear fog light, is
installed near the rear camera
• If a bumper protector, such as an addi-
tional trim strip, is installed to the rear
bumper
• If the orientation of the rear camera has
been changed due to a collision or other
impact, or removal and installation
• If a towing eyelet is in stalled to the rear of
the vehicle
• When water is flowing over the rear cam-
era lens
• When the rear camera is obscured (dirt,
snow, ice, etc. are at tached) or scratched
• If there is a flashing light in the detection
area, such as the emergency flashers of
another vehicle ●
Situations in which the rear camera
detection function may be difficult to
notice
• If buzzer may be difficult to hear if the
surrounding area is noisy, the volume of
the audio system volume is high, the air
conditioning system is being used, etc.
• If the temperature in the cabin is
extremely high or low, the audio system
screen may not operate correctly.

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The Parking Support Brake function
(static object) will operate when
The function will operate when the PKSB
OFF indicator is not illuminated or flashing
( → P.65, 66) and all of the following condi-
tions are met: ●
Engine output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is enabled.
• The vehicle speed is 10 mph (15 km/h) or
less.
• There is a static ob ject in the traveling
direction of the vehicle and 6 to 13 ft. (2
to 4 m) away.
• The Parking Support Brake determines
that a stronger-than-normal brake opera-
tion is necessary to avoid a collision. ●
Brake control
• Engine output restriction control is oper-
ating
• The Parking Support Brake determines
that an immediate brake operation is nec-
essary to avoid a collision.
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The Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) will stop operating when
The function will stop operating if any of the
following conditions are met:
●
Engine output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is disabled.
• The system determines that the collision
has become avoidable with normal brake
operation.WARNING●
If the area around a radar sensor is
subjected to an impact, the system
may not operate properly due to a
sensor malfunction. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.■
Handling the suspension
Do not modify the suspension, as
changes to the height or inclination of the
vehicle may prevent the sensors from
detecting objects correctly or cause the
system to not operate or operate unnec-
essarily. ■
If the Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) operates unnecessar-
ily, such as at a railroad crossing
In the event that the Parking Support
Brake function (static objects) operates
unnecessarily, such as at a railroad cross-
ing, brake control w ill be canceled after
approximately 2 seconds, allowing you
to proceed forward and leave the area,
brake control can also be canceled by
depressing the brake pedal. Depressing
the accelerator pedal after brake control
is canceled will allow you to proceed for-
ward and leave the area. ■
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.
●
When using a high pressure washer to
wash the vehicle, do not spray the sen-
sors directly, as doing so may cause a
sensor to malfunction.
●
When using steam to clean the vehicle,
do not direct steam too close to the
sensors as doing so may cause a sen-
sor to malfunction.
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When to disable the Parking Support
Brake
In the following situations, disable the
Parking Support Brake as the system
may operate even though there is no
possibility of a collision. ●
When inspecting the vehicle using a
chassis roller, chassis dynamo or free
roller ●
When loading the vehicle onto a boat,
truck or other transport vessel ●
If the suspension has been modified or
tires of a size othe r than specified are
installed ●
If the front of the vehicle is raised or
lowered due to the carried load ●
When equipment that may obstruct a
sensor is installed, such as a towing
eyelet, bumper protector (an addi-
tional trim strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or
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Driving let, bumper protector (an additional trim
strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or snow plow●
If the suspension has been modified or
tires of a size other than specified are
installed●
If the front of the vehicle is raised or low-
ered due to the carried load●
If a sticker or an electronic component,
such as a backlit license plate (especially
fluorescent type), fog lights, fender pole
or wireless antenna is installed near a
radar sensor●
If the orientation of a radar sensor has
been changed●
When multiple vehicles are approaching
with only a small gap between each vehi-
cle●
If a vehicle is approaching the rear of
your vehicle rapidly ●
Situations in which the radar sensor may
not detect a vehicle
• When a vehicle approaches from the
right or left at the rear of the vehicle while
you are turning while backing up
• When turning while backing up
• When backing out of a shallow angle
parking spot • When backing up on a slope with a sharp
change in grade
• When a vehicle turns into the detection
area