ECO mode LEXUS LS500 2018 Owners Manual

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LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) Please note that this manual applies to
all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may
find some explanat ions for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this man-
ual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Lexus policy
of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehi-
cle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of color and
equipment.
Approximately five hours after the
engine is turned off, you may hear
sound coming from under the vehicle
for several minutes. This is the sound of
a fuel evaporation leakage check and,
it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare
parts and accessories for Lexus vehi-
cles are currently available in the mar-
ket. You should know that Toyota does
not warrant these products and is not
responsible for their performance,
repair, or replacement, or for any dam- age they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Lexus
vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified
with non-genuine Lexus products.
Modification with non-genuine Lexus
products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even vio-
late governmental regulations. In addi-
tion, damage or performance
problems resulting from the modifica-
tion may not be covered under war-
ranty.
The installation of a mobile two-way
radio system in your vehicle could
affect electronic systems such as:
 Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
 Lexus Safety System+A
 Lexus Safety System+
 Anti-lock brake system
 Vehicle dynamics integrated man-
agement
 SRS airbag system
 Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus
dealer for precautionary measures or
special instructions regarding installa-
tion of a mobile two-way radio system.
Your Lexus is equipped with several For your information Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after turn-
ing off the engine
Accessories, spare parts and modifi-
cation of your Lexus Installation of a mobile two-way radio
system
Vehicle data recordings

22 1-1. For safe use
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) 1-1.For safe use
Use only floor mats designed specifi-
cally for vehicles of the same model
and model year as your vehicle. Fix
them securely in place onto the carpet.
1 Insert the retaining hooks (clips)
into the floor mat eyelets.
2 Turn the upper knob of each retain-
ing hook (clip) to secure the floor
mats in place.
Always align the marks .
The shape of the reta ining hooks (clips)
may differ from that shown in the illustra-
tion.Before driving Observe the following before start-
ing off in the vehicle to ensure
safety of driving.
Installing floor mats
A WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s
floor mat to slip, poss ibly interfering with
the pedals while driv ing. An unexpect-
edly high speed may result or it may
become difficult to stop the vehicle. This
could lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury. ■
When installing the driver’s floor mat ●
Do not use floor mats designed for
other models or different model year
vehicles, even if they are Lexus Genu-
ine floor mats. ●
Only use floor mats designed for the
driver’s seat. ●
Always install the floor mat securely
using the retaining hooks (clips) pro-
vided. ●
Do not use two or more floor mats on
top of each other. ●
Do not place the floor mat bot-
tom-side up or upside-down. ■
Before driving ●
Check that the floor mat is securely
fixed in the correct place with all the
provided retaining hooks (clips). Be
especially careful to perform this
check after cleaning the floor.
●
With the engine stopped and the shift
position in P, fully depress each pedal
to the floor to make sure it does not
interfere with the floor mat.

531-2. Child safety
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For safety and security
■
Child restraint LATCH anchors
LATCH anchors are provided for the
outboard rear seat. (Buttons displaying
the location of the anchors are
attached to the seats.)
■
Installation with LATCH system
Install the child restraint system in WARNING●
Do not allow children to play with the
seat belt. If the seat belt becomes
twisted around a child’s neck, it may
lead to choking or other serious inju-
ries that could result in death.
If this occurs and the buckle cannot be
unfastened, scissors should be used to
cut the belt.●
Ensure that the belt and plate are
securely locked and the seat belt is not
twisted.●
Shake the child restraint system left
and right, and forward and backward
to ensure that it has been securely
installed.●
After securing a child restraint system,
never adjust the seat.●
When a booster seat is installed,
always ensure that th e shoulder belt is
positioned across the center of the
child’s shoulder. The belt should be
kept away from the child’s neck, but
not so that it could fall off the child’s
shoulder.●
Follow all installation instructions pro-
vided by the child restraint system
manufacturer.
●
When securing some types of child
restraint systems in rear seats, it may
not be possible to properly use the
seat belts in position s next to the child
restraint without inte rfering with it or
affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be
sure your seat belt fits snugly across
your shoulder and low on your hips. If it
does not, or if it interferes with the
child restraint, move to a different posi-
tion. Failure to do so may result in
death or serious injury. ●
When installing a child restraint system
in the rear center se at, adjust both seat
cushions to the same position and
align both seatbacks at the same
angle. Otherwise, the child restraint
system cannot be securely restrained
and this may cause death or serious
injuries in the event of sudden braking,
sudden swerving or an accident. ■
When installing a booster seat
To prevent the belt from going into ALR
lock mode, do not fully extend the shoul-
der belt. ALR mode causes the belt to
tighten only. This could cause injury or
discomfort to the child. ( → P.26)■
Do not use a seat belt extender
If a seat belt extender is used when
installing a child restra int system, the seat
belt will not securely hold the child
restraint system, which could cause
death or serious injury to the child or
other passengers in the event of sudden
braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
Child restraint system fixed with
a child restraint LATCH anchor

60 1-3. Theft deterrent system
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) ■
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, moon roof (if
equipped) and panoramic moon
roof (if equipped) 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 all the 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.
 Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION 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.) ●
The trunk is opened using the mechanical
key.
●
A person inside the vehicle opens a door,
the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle.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

66 2-1. Instrument cluster
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) *1
: These lights come on when the engine
switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that a system check is
being performed. They will go off after
the engine is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system
if the lights do not come on, or go off.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer. *2
: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-
mation display. *3
: This light illuminates on the center
panel. *4
: F SPORT models: This light comes on
when the engine switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode to indicate that a
system check is being performed. They
will go off after the en gine is on, or after
a few seconds. There may be a malfunc-
tion in a system if the lights do not come
on, or go off. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer. The indicators inform the driver of the
operating state of the vehicle’s various
systems.(flashes)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( → P.425)(flashes)
Brake hold operated indicator *1

( → P.425)
Master warning light *4

( → P.425)
WARNING
■
If a safety system warning light does
not come on
Should a safety system light such as the
ABS and SRS warning light not come on
when you start the engine, this could
mean that these systems are not available
to help protect you in an accident, which
could result in death or serious injury.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs. Indicators Turn signal indicator ( → P.169)
(U.S.A.) Headlight indicator ( → P.175)
(Canada) Tail light indicator ( → P.175)
Headlight high beam indicator
( → P.176)
AHB indicator ( → P.178)
PCS warning light *1, 2

( → P.203, 213)
Cruise control indicator
( → P.248)
Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator ( → P.241)
Cruise control “SET” indicator
( → P.241)
(white)LTA indicator (if equipped)
( → P.225)
LKA indicator (if equipped)
( → P.233)
(green) LTA indicator (if equipped)
( → P.225)
LKA indicator (if equipped)
( → P.234)
(orange)
(flashes) LTA indicator (if equipped)
( → P.225)
LKA indicator (if equipped)
( → P.234)
BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators *1, 3
(if equipped)
( → P.251, 264)

672-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators  Drive mode indicators 
Except F SPORT models

F SPORT modelsBSM indicator (if equipped)
( → P.251)
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator *1, 2
(if equipped)
( → P.258)
RCTA OFF indicator *1, 2
(if
equipped) ( → P.264)
RCD OFF indicator *2
(if
equipped) ( → P.268)
PKSB OFF indicator *1, 2
(if
equipped) ( → P.272)(flashes)
Slip indicator *1
( → P.295)
VSC OFF indicator *1, 2

( → P.296)
High mode indicator (if
equipped) ( → P.292)
Smart access system with
push-button start indicator *4

( → P.160)
(U.S.A.) Parking brake indicator
( → P.170)
(Canada) Parking brake indicator
( → P.170)
Brake hold standby indicator *1

( → P.173)
Brake hold operated indicator *1

( → P.173)
Eco Driving Indicator Light *1

( → P.79)
Low outside temperature indi-
cator *5
( → P.69, 72)
Security indicator *6
( → P.58,
60) (U.S.A.) “AIR BAG ON/OFF” indica-
tor *1, 6
( → P.40)
(Canada) “AIR BAG ON/OFF” indica-
tor *1, 6
( → P.40)
Snow mode indicator ( → P.167)
Normal mode indicator
( → P.289)
Custom mode indicator (if
equipped) ( → P.289)
Comfort mode indicator (if
equipped) ( → P.289)
Eco drive mode indicator
( → P.289)
Sport mode indicator (if
equipped) ( → P.289)
Sport S mode indicator (if
equipped) ( → P.289)
Sport S+ mode indicator (if
equipped) ( → P.289)
Snow mode indicator ( → P.167)
Normal mode indicator
( → P.289)
Custom mode indicator
( → P.289)

68 2-1. Instrument cluster
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) *1
: These lights come on when the engine
switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that a system check is
being performed. They will go off after
the engine is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system
if the lights do not come on, or go off.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer. *2
: This light comes on when the system is
turned off. *3
: This light illuminates on the outside rear
view mirrors. *4
: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-
mation display. *5
: When the outside temperature is
approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, this
indicator will flash for approximately 10
seconds, then stay on. *6
: This light illuminates on the center
panel. Comfort mode indicator
( → P.289)
Eco drive mode indicator
( → P.289)
Sport S mode indicator
( → P.289)
Sport S+ mode indicator
( → P.289)

752-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
■
Display items
 Odometer Displays the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.
 Trip meter A/trip meter B Displays the distance the vehicle has been
driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters A and B can be used to record and
display different distances independently.
 Distance until next engine oil
change Displays the distance the vehicle can be
driven until an oil change is necessary.
■
Changing the display
Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is
pressed, the displayed item will be changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch
will reset the trip meter.
■
Pop-up display
The distance until the next engine oil
change will displayed when a warning
message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is
required is displayed.
The brightness of the instrument panel
lights can be adjusted.
1 Darker
2 Brighter ■
Brightness of the meters (day mode and
night mode)
The brightness of the meters changes
between day mode and night mode.
●
Day mode: When the tail lights are off or WARNING
For example, there is a lag between the
driver’s shifting and the new gear number
appearing on the display. This lag could
cause the driver to downshift again,
causing rapid and excessive engine brak-
ing and possibly an accident resulting in
death or injury.
NOTICE■
To prevent damage to the engine and
its components●
Do not let the indicator needle of the
tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.●
The engine may be overheating if the
engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-
diately stop the vehicle in a safe place,
and check the engine after it has
cooled completely. ( → P.443)
Odometer and trip meter dis-
play Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

78 2-1. Instrument cluster
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) / : Select menu icons
/ : Change displayed con-
tent, scroll up/down the screen and
move the cursor up/down
Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset
Move the main meter *
and return
to the previous screen *
:F SPORT models
■
Display items (except F SPORT
models)
Press or of the meter control
switch and select . Then press
or to display the following items:
 Drive information 1
 Drive information 2
 Eco Driving Indicator
 Boost gauge
 Tire pressure ( → P.388)
 Vehicle sway warning
 Display off ■
Display items (F SPORT models) 
Main meter in center position
Press or of the meter control
switch to display the following items:
 Drive information 1
 Drive information 2
 Tire pressure ( → P.388)
 Gear positions
 Units  Display off
 Driving support system information *

( → P.81) *
: Can be selected when a driving support
system is enabled. ( → P.221, 231, 241)
Main meter moved to the right
Press or of the meter control
switch and select . Then press
or to display the following items:
 Drive information 1
 Drive information 2
 Eco Driving Indicator
 Boost gauge
 G-force
 Gear Position
 Vehicle sway warning
 Tire pressure ( → P.388)
 Display off ■
Drive information 1/Drive infor-
mation 2
Displays drive information such as the
following: Use the displayed values as a reference
only.
 Drive information 1 • Current fuel consumption
• Average fuel economy (after reset)
 Drive information 2 • Distance (driving range)
• Average vehicle speed (after reset)
Displayed items (listed below) can be
changed on . ( → P.81)Content of driving information A
B
C

80 2-1. Instrument cluster
LS500_OM_OM50F54U_(U) pressure is exceeded. This display is intended for use as a guide-
line. Depending on factors such as the road
surface condition, temperature and vehicle
speed, the display may not show the actual
condition of the vehicle. ■
G-force (F SPORT models)
Displays lateral G-forces on the vehi-
cle. Also displays, around the periph-
ery of the G-force display, the left and
right steering amount, accelerator
pedal input, and brake fluid pressure.
Acceleration G-force on the vehi-
cle
Current G-force value (analyzed
value of front/rear and left/right
G-forces)
Record of the maximum G-forces
Accelerator pedal input
Brake fluid pressure
Steering amountThis display is intended for use as a guide-
line. Depending on factors such as the road
surface condition, temperature and vehicle
speed, the display may not show the actual
condition of the vehicle.
 Resetting the record of maximum
G-forces
Press and hold of the meter control switch to reset the record.
 Peak hold function If lateral G-forces of 0.5 G or greater are
generated, the G-forc e value display will
turn amber and be held for 2 seconds. ■
Gear Position (F SPORT models)
Displays the current shift range or gear
position when the shift position is in D
or M. ■
Units (F SPORT models)
The units of measure used can be
changed while driving. Unlike the units sett ing performed on the
settings display, th e units setting per-
formed on the drive information display
can be changed while driving.■
Vehicle sway warning
Detects the sway of the vehicle within a
lane, which is often associated with a
decrease in the driver’s attention level,
and displays the decrease in attention
using a bar display.
The shorter the bar length, the more
the driver may need to rest. ■
Eco Driving Indicator
Eco Driving Indicator will not operate
under the following conditions: ●
The shift position is in any position other
than D.
●
A paddle shift swit ch is operated.
●
The driving mode is set to sport mode.
●
The driving mode is set to custom mode
and the powertrain control is set to power
( → P.289)
●
Snow mode is selected.
●
The vehicle speed is approximately 80
mph (130 km/h) or higher.A
B
C
D
E
F