sport mode LEXUS LS500 2018 Owner's Manual

2134-5. Using the driving support systems
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 4
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

2894-5. Using the driving support systems
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 4
Driving 
Vehicles without Adaptive Variable
Suspension System
1 Normal modeProvides an optimal ba lance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
2 Eco drive modeHelps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through modera te throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When not in Eco drive mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
Eco drive mode indicator will come on.
3 Sport modeControls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode also changes the steering feel, mak-
ing it suitable for when agile driving
response is desired, such as when driving on roads with many curves.
When not in sport mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned forward, the
sport mode indicator will comes on. 
Vehicles with Adaptive Variable
Suspension System
Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models
1 Normal 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 normal mode is selected, the normal
mode indicator comes on.
When custom mode is selected, the cus-
tom mode indicator comes on.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
• Normal mode
Provides an optimal ba lance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance. Driving mode select switch The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
Selecting a drive mode
A
B

290 4-5. Using the driving support systems
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 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 dr iving conditions.
•Custom mode
Allows you to drive with the powertrain,
chassis and air condit ioning system func-
tions set to your preferred settings. Cus-
tom mode settings can only be changed on
the drive mode customization display of
the Center Display. ( → P.306)
2 Comfort modeBy controlling the suspension, riding com-
fort is further enhanc ed. Suitable for city
driving.
When not in comfort mode and the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
comfort mode indicator comes on.
3 Eco drive modeHelps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through modera te throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When in comfort mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned backward, the Eco
drive mode 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 forward, the
Sport S mode indicator comes on.
•Sport S+ mode
Helps to ensure stee ring performance and
driving stability by simultaneously con- trolling the steering and suspension in
addition to the transmission and engine.
Suitable for sportier driving.
When in Sport S mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned forward, the Sport
S+ mode indicator comes on. ■
If the driving mode select switch is oper-
ated while the opening screen is being
displayed
If the driving mode sele ct switch is operated
while the opening screen is being displayed,
the driving mode will be changed and the
meter display will chan ge accordingly after
the opening screen operation has com-
pleted. ■
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 en hance fuel efficiency.
To improve air condit ioning performance,
perform the following operations: ●
Turn off eco air conditioning mode
( → P.317)●
Adjust the fan speed ( → P.313)●
Turn off Eco drive mode ■
Automatic deactivation of sport mode
and custom mode
If the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in sport mode or custom mode, the
drive mode will be changed to normal
mode.
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Driving mode pop-up display
When the driving mode is changed, the
selected driving mode will be temporarily
displayed on the side display. ( → P.307)

412 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 7-2.Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be
towed If towing is ne cessary, we recom-
mend having your vehicle towed by
your Lexus dealer or commercial
towing service, using a wheel-lift
type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all
towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws. WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury. ■
When towing the vehicle 
2WD models
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the driv etrain and related
parts may be damaged or an accident
may occur due to a change in direction
of the vehicle. 
AWD models
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the driv etrain or related
parts may be damaged, the vehicle may
fly off the truck.
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While towing ●
When towing using cables or chains,
avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets,
cables or chains. The towing eyelets,
cables or chains may become dam-
aged, broken debris may hit people,
and cause serious damage.
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Make sure to disable all functions of
the vehicle height control of the elec-
tronically modulated air suspension.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change and part of your body may be
caught under the vehicle, possibly
causing injury. ( → P.293)
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Do not turn the engine switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the
rear wheels will be locked by the park-
ing lock.
Also, there is a possibility that the
steering wheel is locked and cannot be
operated.

428 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) If a warning message is dis-
played The multi-information display
shows warnings of system malfunc-
tions, incorrectly performed opera-
tions, and messages that indicate a
need for maintenance. When a
message is shown, perform the cor-
rection procedure appropriate to
the message.
Except F SPORT models:
Master warning lightThe master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information displayFollow the instructions of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are
shown again after the appropriate
actions have been performed, contact
your Lexus dealer.
F SPORT models (main meter in
center position): A
B Master warning light The master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently be ing displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display Follow the instructions of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are
shown again after the appropriate
actions have been performed, contact
your Lexus dealer.
F SPORT models (main meter
moved to the right): A
B

448 8-1. Specifications
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 8-1.Specifications
*1
: Unladen vehicles *2
: Without electronically modulated air suspension *3
: With electronically mo dulated air suspension*4
:Except F SPORT models *5
:F SPORT models
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identifica-
tion number for your Lexus. It is used in
registering the ownership of your vehi-
cle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.Maintenance data (fue l, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight Overall length 206.1 in. (5235 mm)
Overall width 74.8 in. (1900 mm)
Overall height *1
2WD models 57.5 in. (1460 mm) *2
57.1 in. (1450 mm) *3
AWD models 57.9 in. (1470 mm) *2
57.5 in. (1460 mm) *3
Wheelbase 123.0 in. (3125 mm)
Tread *1
Front 2WD models 64.2 in. (1630 mm)
AWD models 64.2 in. (1630 mm) *2
64.4 in. (1635 mm) *3
Rear 64.4 in. (1635 mm) *4
63.6 in. (1615 mm) *5
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 870 lb. (395 kg)
Vehicle identification

470 8-2. Customization
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) *1
: For details about each function: → P.81*2
: The default setting varies according to country. *3
:F SPORT models
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Head-up Display *
( → P.83)Drive information 1 Current fuel con-
sumption
Customizable
items: → P.78 — O — —Average fuel
economy (after
reset)
Drive information 2 Distance (driving
range)
Average vehicle
speed (after
reset)
Clock 12-hour display 24-hour display — O — —
Pop-up display On Off — O — —
Accent color Color 1 Color 2 O O — —
Rev indicator *3
5000 r/min. 2000 - 6400
r/min.
— O — —
Off
Rev peak *3
On Off — O — —
Eco Driving Indicator Light On Off — O — —
Suggestion function On On (when the
vehicle is
stopped) O — — O
Off
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Gauge information Tachometer Eco Driving Indi-
cator
— O — —
No contentFunction *1
Default setting Customized set-
ting A B C D
A B C D

4798-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications ■
Driving mode select switch ( → P.289)*
:If equipped ■
Electronically modulated air suspension *
( → P.291)*
:If equipped ■
Automatic air conditioning system ( → P.313)
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Seat heater/seat ventilators *
( → P.326)Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Powertrain control in custom
mode *
Normal Power
O — — —
Eco
Chassis control in custom
mode *
Normal Sport
O — — —
Comfort
Air conditioning operation in
custom mode *
Normal Eco O — — —
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Vehicle height control On Off — O — —
Ingress/egress height control
function On Off — O — —
Vehicle height when parked Normal High — O — —
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
A/C auto switch operation On Off O — — O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity Standard -3 to 3 O — — O
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Driver’s seat temperature
preference in automatic
mode Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O — — O
Passenger’s seat tempera-
ture preference in automatic
mode Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O — — O A B C D
A B C D
A B C D
A B C D

504 Alphabetical Index
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) N
Navigation system-linked display..... 81, 83
Noise from under vehicle ...............................6 O
“ODO TRIP” switch .............................. 70, 75
Odometer ................................................. 70, 75
Odometer and trip meter display
Display items .......................................... 70, 75
“ODO TRIP” switch ........................... 70, 75
Pop-up display.........................................71, 75
Oil
Engine oil .......................................................450
Front differential oil ................................... 452
Rear differential oil .................................... 453
Opener
Fuel filler door............................................... 185
Hood................................................................ 375
Trunk ..................................................................102
Outer foot lights
Location..........................................................330
Outside door handle lights...................... 330
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjustment...................................................... 137
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor) ...................251
Folding ............................................................. 138
Linked mirror functi on when reversing
........................................................................... 137
Mirror position memory........................... 127
Outside rear view mirror defoggers . 314
RCTA function ............................................ 264
Outside temperature............................ 69, 72
Overheating .................................................. 443
P
Paddle shift switches ..........................167, 168
Panic mode ....................................................... 94
Panoramic moon roof
Jam protection function............................146
Operation........................................................ 144 Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking
assist) ............................................................. 257
Parking brake
Operation ....................................................... 170
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
............................................................................ 172
Warning light ...............................................425
Warning message ....................................... 172
Parking lights
Light switch .....................................................175
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Parking Support Brake function (for
rear-crossing vehicles) .......................... 282
Function ..........................................................282
Parking Support Brake function (rear
pedestrians) ...................................... 271, 286
Function ......................................................... 286
Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles)........................... 271
Parking Support Brake function (static
objects) ................................................ 271, 277
Function .......................................................... 277
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
Function ...............................................200, 210
PCS OFF switch ............................. 203, 213
Warning light ............................................... 424
Warning message ............................ 210, 217
Personal lights............................................... 330
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) .............. 256
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)............... 271
Warning message ..................................... 275
Pop Up Hood................................................... 38
Power easy access system ........................ 127
Power outlets ................................................ 344
Power rear seat ..............................................123
Power steering (Elect ric power steering
system) .......................................................... 294
Warning light .................................................421
Power trunk opener and closer ..............102
Power windows
Door lock linked window operation . 140
Jam protection function ........................... 139

506 Alphabetical Index
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) Seat ventilators ............................................. 326
Seating capacity............................................ 158
Seats
Adjustment............................................. 116, 123
Adjustment precautions ............................ 116
Child seats/child restraint system installa-
tion .................................................................... 45
Cleaning.........................................................365
Driving position memory......................... 127
Front seat refresh system...........................121
Head restraints ............................................. 132
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Properly sitting in the seat .........................23
Rear seat relaxation system.................... 126
Seat heaters .................................................. 326
Seat position memory .......................127, 131
Seat ventilators............................................ 326
Secondary Collision Brake ..................... 294
Sensor
Automatic headlight system................... 175
Automatic High Beam system..............178
Inside rear view mirror..............................136
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 257
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)................... 231
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...................... 221
Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles)...................... 282
Parking Support Brake function (static
objects)........................................................ 278
Radar sensor.......................... 188, 195, 252
Rain-sensing windshield wipers............ 181
RCTA .............................................................. 265
Service reminder message ..................... 368
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ............................163
Shift lever light .............................................. 330
Shopping bag hooks .................................. 339
Side airbags ...................................................... 29
Side marker lights
Light switch ..................................................... 175
Replacing light bulbs............................... 408 Side mirrors
Adjustment ......................................................137
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor)................... 251
Folding.............................................................. 138
Linked mirror functi on when reversing
............................................................................137
Mirror position memory ........................... 127
RCTA function ............................................ 264
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Turn signal lever .......................................... 169
Side windows ..................................................139
Smart access system with push-button
start
Antenna location ......................................... 107
Entry functions ................................................ 96
Starting the engine ..................................... 160
Snow mode ...................................................... 167
Snow tires ....................................................... 299
Spark plug ........................................................451
Specifications ................................................ 448
Speedometer ........................................... 69, 72
Steering lock
Column lock release ................................. 160
Steering lock system warning message
........................................................................... 160
Steering wheel
Adjustment ..................................................... 135
Heated steering wheel ............................326
Meter control switches ...............................77
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Steering wheel position memory......... 127
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 408
Storage features .......................................... 334
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................446
Suggestion function....................................... 82
Sun visors ........................................................ 345
Sunshade
Roof.....................................................................142