engine LEXUS LS500 2019 Owners Manual

4618-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil
and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning
and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1 *
that fol-
lows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1 *
below
Production options weight The combined weight of installed regular produc-
tion options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of
the standard items which they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb weight or accessory
weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers,
roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assem-
bly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim
by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight (Total load
capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle’s de signated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on the tire The load on an individual ti re that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by twoTire related term Meaning

466 8-2. Customization
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 8-2.Customization
■
Changing by using the meter con-
trol switches
1 Press or to select .
2 Operate the meter control
switches to select the desired item
to be customized.
3 According to the display, select the
desired setting and then press .To go back to the previous screen or exit
the customize mode, press .
■
Changing by using the Remote
Touch
1 Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch.
2 Select “Setup” on the menu screen
and select “Vehicle”.
3 Select “Vehicle Customization” or
“Drive Mode Customization”.Various setting can be changed. Refer to
the list of settings that can be changed for
details.
For details on the Remote Touch, refer
to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”. ■
Changing by using the Rear Multi
Operation Panel (if equipped)
1 Display the home screen on the
Rear Multi Operation Panel and
then touch “Settings”.
2 Touch “Seat”.
3 Select the desired setting. ■
When customizing using the Remote
Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the
parking brake, and shift the shift position to
P. Also, to prevent battery discharge, leave
the engine running while customizing the
features.Customizable features Your vehicle includes a variety of
electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to your preferences. The
settings of these features can be
changed by using the meter control
switches, the Remote Touch, Rear
Multi Operation Panel or at your
Lexus dealer.
Customizing vehicle features WARNING■
During customization
As the engine needs to be running
during customization, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with ade-
quate ventilation. In a closed area such as
a garage, exhaust gases including harm-
ful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect
and enter the vehicle. This may lead to
death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■
During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that
the engine is running while customizing
features.

472 8-2. Customization
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:If equipped ■
Driving position memory (  P.130)
■
Outside rear view mirrors (  P.140)Door linked rear seat with
ottoman seatback position for
exiting *
More upright
than upright posi-
tion Upright position — — O —
Shift-linked rear seat reclining
function On Off — — — O
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Selecting doors linked to the
memory recall function Driver’s door All doors — — — O
Driver’s seat slide movement
when exiting the vehicle Full Off
O — — O
Partial
Driver’s seat height move-
ment when exiting the vehicle Off Full
O — — O
Partial
Steering wheel movement Tilt only Off
O — — OTelescopic only
Tilt and telescopic
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Automatic mirror folding and
extending operation Linked to the
locking/ unlock-
ing of the doors Off
— — — OLinked to opera-
tion of the engine
switchFunction Default setting Customized set-
ting A B C D
A B C D
A B C D

478 8-2. Customization
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Seat heater/seat ventilators *1
(  P.326)
*1
: If equipped *2
: Vehicles without power rear seat
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Heated steering wheel *
(  P.326)*
:If equipped 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
Left-hand rear seat tempera-
ture preference in automatic
mode *1
Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O — — O
Right-hand rear seat tem-
perature preference in auto-
matic mode *1
Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O — — O
Engine switch linked auto-
matic activation of the
left-hand rear seat
heater/ventilator *2
Off On O — — O
Engine switch linked auto-
matic activation of the
right-hand rear seat
heater/ventilator *2
Off On O — — O
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Steering wheel heating pref-
erence in automatic mode Standard -2 (low) to 2
(high) O — — O A B C D
A B C D

4798-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications ■
Illumination (  P.331)
■
Vehicle customization
●
When the smart access system with
push-button start is off, the entry unlock
function cannot be customized. ●
When the doors remain closed after
unlocking the doors and the timer acti-
vated automatic door lock function acti-
vates, signals will be generated in
accordance with the operation buzzer
volume and operational signal (Emer-Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off 15 seconds Off
O — — O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned off On Off — — — O
Operation when the doors
are unlocked On Off — — — O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with the
electronic key on your person On Off — — — O
Footwell lights On Off — — — O
Instrument panel ornament
light and door trim ornament
lights On Off — — — O
Time elapsed before the outer
foot lights turn off 15 seconds Off
O — — O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer foot
lights when you approach the
vehicle with the electronic
key on your person On Off — — — O
Operation of the outer foot
lights when the doors are
unlocked On Off — — — O
Operation of the outer foot
lights when a door is opened On Off — — — O
Fading out of the outer foot
lights when they turn off Long Short — — — O A B C D

480 8-2. Customization
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 gency flashers) function settings.●
Some settings can be changed using a
switch or the audio system screen. If a
setting is changed using a switch, the
changed setting will not be reflected on
the audio system screen until the engine
switch is turned of f and then to IGNI-
TION ON mode.■
Clock settings screen
If the clock adjustment screen is displayed
continuously when attempting to change
the clock settings, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.

494 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)  If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
(  P.432)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. (  P.432)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? (  P.399)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode? When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( 
P.166 )
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle? When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.  The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. (  P.113)
 Is the child-protector lock set? The rear door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. ( 
P.103 )
 The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. (  P.109)
 Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? (  P.164)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
(  P.112)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
(  P.164)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the
electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong The engine does not start

4951-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 495What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
In this case, the engine can be started in a
temporary way. ( 
P.434 )
 Is the battery discharged?
(  P.435)
 It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. (  P.164)
 Is the window lock switch pressed? The power window except for the one at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. ( 
P.144 )
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY mode for a period of
time. (  P.166)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing Are the driver and the front passenger
wearing the seat belts? ( 
P.418 )
 The parking brake indicator is on Is the parking brake released? ( 
P.174 )
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also sound. (  P.415, 425)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm? The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( 
P.65 )
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.)
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display? Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( 
P.425 )
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.415, 425.The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire

498 Alphabetical Index
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........75, 79
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 250
Buzzer
Hands off steering wheel alert (LTA)
............................................................. 236, 236 C
Card key ............................................................ 96
Care
Aluminum wheels ..................................... 358
Exterior .......................................................... 358
Interior ...............................................................361
Seat belts..........................................................361
Cargo capacity............................................... 162
Cargo net ....................................................... 340
Center Display ............................................. 306
Chains ............................................................... 301
Child restraint system
Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 53
Fixed with a seat belt................................... 49
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 40
Points to remember .................................... 45
Riding with children ..................................... 45
Types of child restraint system installation
method ........................................................... 46
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 55
Child safety
Airbag precautions...................................... 34
Battery precautions ....................... 381, 439
Child restraint system................................. 46
Heated steering wheel and seat heater
precautions................................................ 327
How your child should wear the seat belt
............................................................................ 25
Moon roof precautions ............................146
Panoramic moon roof precautions ... 150
Power window lock switch..................... 144
Power window precautions ................... 143
Rear door child-protectors ................... 103 Removed electronic key battery precau-
tions .............................................................. 400
Seat belt extender precautions.............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 45
Trunk precautions....................................... 104
Child-protectors........................................... 103
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ..................................... 358
Exterior........................................................... 358
Interior .............................................................. 361
Radar sensor .......................................192, 198
Seat belts ......................................................... 361
Clock ................................................ 73, 76, 345
Clock light ........................................................331
Coat hooks..................................................... 344
Coin holder .................................................... 337
Condenser ..................................................... 378
Console box .................................................. 338
Consumption screen ...................................... 91
Cooling system..............................................377
Engine overheating.................................. 440
Cornering lights .............................................. 181
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range .......................... 237, 247
Cup holders ................................................... 337
Current fuel consumption .......................... 82
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 29
Customizable features .............................. 466
D
Daytime running light system ................... 179
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors.......................314
Rear window ..................................................314
Windshield ......................................................314
Differential
Front differential oi l............. ...................... 450
Rear differential oil. .................... ........... ...... 451
Dimension ...................................................... 446
Dinghy towing.................................................163

4991-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 499Alphabetical Index
Display
Center Display............................................306
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range ...................................... 237
Head-up display ........................................... 87
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 257
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...................... 231
Multi-information display ..........................80
Parking Support Brake function (rear
pedestrians) ..............................................286
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ........ 267
RCTA .............................................................. 263
Warning message..................................... 425
Distance until next engine oil
change ......................................................74, 79
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 365
Door courtesy lights .....................................331
Door lock
Doors................................................................ 100
Smart access system with push-button
start ..................................................................... 111
Wireless remote control........................... 98
Doors
Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ........................................................... 104
Door closer ................................................... 103
Door glasses .................................................. 142
Door lock........................................................ 100
Open door warning bu zzer ........ 101, 103
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 140
Rear door child-protectors ................... 103
Drive distance .................................................. 82
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 .............................. 82
Driver’s seat position memory
Driving position memory........................ 130
Memory recall function ............................133
Power easy access system .................... 130
Drive-start control ....................................... 155
Driving
Break-in tips .................................................. 155
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving mode select switch ..................289 Procedures .................................................... 154
Winter drive tips ........................................ 300
Driving information disp lay ........................ 82
Driving position memory........................... 130
Memory recall function............................ 133
Power easy access system .................... 130
Driving range ................................................... 82
Driving support system information display
............................................................................. 85
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) .............. 295
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range ............................. 237, 247
Warning message .....................................245
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) .............. 295
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys-
tem) ................................................................ 294
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 83, 91
Eco Driving Indicator Light ........................ 83
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................7
Elapsed time ..................................................... 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) .............. 295
Warning light ................................................ 418
Electronic key .................................................. 96
Battery-saving function.............................. 112
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .......................................................433
Replacing the battery .............................. 399
Electronic roof sunshade
Jam protection function ........................... 149
Operation ........................................................147
Electronically Controlled Brake System
(ECB) ............................................................ 294
Electronically modulated air suspension
............................................................................291
Emergency flashers .................................... 406
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds.................... 415
If a warning light turns on........................ 415
If a warning message is displayed .....425
If the battery is discharged ....................435