lights LEXUS LS500 2020 User Guide

431-1. For safe use
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For safety and security
■Unoccupied
■There is a malfunction in the system
*1: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the
front passenger seat, the system may not re cognize him/her as an adult depending on
his/her physique and posture.
*2: In the event the front passenger is wearing a seat belt
*3: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt
*4: For some children, child in se at, child in booster seat or child in convertible seat, the sys-
tem may not recognize him/her as a child. Factors which may affect this can be the phy-
sique or posture.
*5: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. A for-
ward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat
when it is unavoidable. ( P.45)
*6: In case the indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual on how to install the child
restraint system properly. ( P.46)
Indicator/warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indi-
cator lights“AIR BAG OFF”
SRS warning light
OffDriver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
DevicesFront passenger airbagDeactivatedFront passenger knee airbag
Indicator/warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indi- cator lights“AIR BAG OFF”
SRS warning lightOn
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder lightOff
DevicesFront passenger airbagDeactivatedFront passenger knee airbag

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Vehicle status information and indicators
Vehicle status informationand indicators
.2-1. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators........................................................... 68
Gauges and meters (except F SPORT models) ........................ 73
Gauges and meters (F SPORT models) .......................................... 76
Multi-information display.......... 80
Head-up display ........................... 87
Fuel consumption information ............................................................ 91

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2-1.Instrument cluster
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrations display all warning lights
and indicators illuminated.
Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on th e instrument cluster, center panel and
outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various
systems.
Warning lights and indicators displayed on the instrument cluster

692-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.
Warning lights
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.419)
(red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.419)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.419)
High coolant temperature
warning light
*2 (  P.419)
Charging system warning
light
*2 (  P.420)
Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light
*2 (  P.420)
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
(  P.420)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
(  P.420)
SRS warning light
*1 (  P.420)
Pop Up Hood warning light
*1
(  P.421)
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light*1 ( P.421)
(Canada)
ABS warning light*1 ( P.421)
Brake Override System warn-
ing light/Drive-Start Control
warning light
*2 (  P.421)
(red)
Electric power steering system
warning light
*1 ( P.422)
(yellow)
Electric power steering system
warning light
*1 ( P.422)
Low fuel level warning light
(  P.422)
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light
(  P.422)
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights
*3 (  P.422)
Tire pressure warning light
*1
(  P.423)
(orange)
LTA indicator ( P.423)
(flashes)
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator
*1 (if equipped) ( P.423)
(flashes)
RCTA OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) ( P.424)
(flashes)
RCD OFF indicator (if
equipped) ( P.424)
(flashes)
PKSB OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) ( P.424)
(flashes or
illuminates)PCS warning light*1 (  P.425)
Slip indicator
*1 (  P.425)
(flashes)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(  P.425)

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*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 turn off after
the engine is started, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a
system if the lights do not come on, or
turn 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 turn off after the engine is started, or
after a few seconds. There may be a
malfunction in a system if the lights do
not come on, or turn off. Have the vehi-
cle 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.426)
Master warning light
*4
(  P.426)
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.175)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator ( P.180)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator ( P.180)
Headlight high beam indicator
(  P.181)
AHB indicator ( P.183)
PCS warning light
*1, 2
(  P.208, 218)
Cruise control indicator
(  P.248)
Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator ( P.241)
Cruise control “SET” indicator
(  P.241)
(white)
LTA indicator ( P.232)
(green)
LTA indicator ( P.232)
(orange)
(flashes)LTA indicator ( P.232)
BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators
*1, 3 (if equipped)
(  P.251, 266)
BSM indicator (if equipped)
(  P.251)

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*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 turn off after
the engine is started, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a
system if the lights do not come on, or
turn 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.292)
Eco drive mode indicator
(  P.292)
Sport S mode indicator
(  P.292)
Sport S+ mode indicator
(  P.292)

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Vehicle status information and indicators
■Pop-up display
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 th e meters changes
between day mode and night mode.
●Day mode: When the tail lights are off or
when the tail lights are on but the sur-
rounding area is bright
●Night mode: When the tail lights are on
and the surrounding area is dark
Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

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2
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.444)
Odometer and trip meter dis-
play
Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

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when the tail lights are on but the sur-
rounding area is bright
●Night mode: When the tail lights are on
and the surrounding area is dark
The display can be switched between
the center and side positions.
■Display (except F SPORT models)
By selecting menu icons on the
multi-information display, a variety of
driving-related information can be dis-
played. The multi-information display
can also be used to change display set-
tings and other vehicle settings.
Warning or suggestion/advice pop-up
displays are also displayed in certain
situations.
■Display (F SPORT models)
Main meter in center position
The multi-informatio n display presents
the driver with a variety of driv-
ing-related information.
Warning or suggestion/advice pop-up
displays are also displayed in certain
situations.
Changing the main meter loca-
tion
Multi-information display
Display and menu icons

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■Suspension of the settings display
●Some settings cannot be changed while
driving. When changing settings, park
the vehicle in a safe place.
●If a warning message is displayed, opera-
tion of the settings display will be sus-
pended.
Displays suggestions to the driver in
the following situations. To select a
response to a displayed suggestion,
use the meter control switches.
■Suggestion to turn off the head-
lights
If the headlights are left on for a certain
amount of time with the headlight
switch in after the engine switch
has been turned off, a suggestion mes-
sage will be displayed asking if you
wish to turn the headlights off.
To turn the headlights off, select “Yes”.
If a front door is opened after the engine
switch is turned off, this suggestion mes-
sage will not be displayed.
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(  P.470)
WARNING
■Cautions during setting up the dis-
play
As the engine needs to be running
during setting up the display, 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 setting up the display
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that
the engine is running while setting up the
display features.
Suggestion function