sport mode LEXUS LS500 2020 Owners Manual

2TABLE OF CONTENTS
For your information ......................................6
Reading this manual .................................... 10
How to search ................................................. 11
Pictorial index ................................................. 12
1-1. For safe use Before driving .................................... 22
For safe driving.................................. 23
Seat belts ............................................. 24
SRS airbags ........................................ 29
Pop Up Hood ................................... 37
Front passenger occupant classifi- cation system ................................. 39
Exhaust gas precautions .............. 44
1-2. Child safety Riding with children........................ 45
Child restraint systems ................. 45
1-3. Lexus Enform Lexus Enform Safety Connect .. 58
1-4. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 63
Alarm.................................................... 65
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 ..... 913-1. Key information
Keys ....................................................... 96
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors ................................................. 100
Trunk .................................................. 104
Smart access system with push-but- ton start ............................................. 111
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats.......................................... 119
Power rear seat .............................. 125
Driving position memory ........... 130
Rear seat position memory........ 134
Head restraints .............................. 135
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................... 139
Inside rear view mirror ............... 140
Outside rear view mirrors........... 141
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .............................. 143
Moon roof ........................................ 146
Panoramic moon roof ................. 148
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle........................ 154
Cargo and luggage........................ 161
Vehicle load limits......................... 163
Trailer towing.................................. 163
Dinghy towing ................................ 164
1For safety and security
2Vehicle status information and
indicators
3Before driving
4Driving

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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

682-1. Instrument cluster
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

702-1. Instrument cluster
*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)

712-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
Drive mode indicators
Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator
*1, 2(if equipped)
(  P.260)
RCTA OFF indicator
*1, 2 (if
equipped) ( P.266)
RCD OFF indicator
*2 (if
equipped) ( P.270)
PKSB OFF indicator
*1, 2 (if
equipped) ( P.274)
(flashes)
Slip indicator*1 ( P.299)
VSC OFF indicator
*1, 2
(  P.299)
High mode indicator (if
equipped) ( P.295)
Smart access system with
push-button start indicator
*4
(  P.165)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
( P.176)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( P.176)
Brake hold standby indicator
*1
(  P.178)
Brake hold operated indicator
*1
(  P.178)
Eco Driving Indicator Light
*1
(  P.83)
Low outside temperature indi-
cator
*5 (  P.73, 76)
Security indicator
*6 (  P.63,
65)
(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.172)
Normal mode indicator
(  P.292)
Custom mode indicator (if
equipped) ( P.292)
Comfort mode indicator (if
equipped) ( P.292)
Eco drive mode indicator
(  P.292)
Sport mode indicator (if
equipped) ( P.292)
Sport S mode indicator (if
equipped) ( P.292)
Sport S+ mode indicator (if
equipped) ( P.292)
Snow mode indicator ( P.172)
Normal mode indicator
(  P.292)
Custom mode indicator
(  P.292)

722-1. Instrument cluster
*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)

732-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
■Locations of gauges and meters
The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Odometer and trip meter display (P.74)
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
When sport mode is se lected for the driving mode, the periphery of the tachometer will
change color and the scale of the tachometer will be emphasized.
Speedometer
Clock
Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (P.348)
Shift position indicator ( P.171)
Shift range/gear position ( P.169)
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P.80)
Gauges and meters (except F SPORT models)
Meter display
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J

762-1. Instrument cluster
■Locations of gauges and meters
When the main meter is moved to the righ t, some of the meter displays and the
gauge layout will change. ( P.80)
Main meter in center position
The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.
Odometer and trip meter display (P.79)
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
When sport mode is se lected for the driving mode, the periphery of the tachometer will
change color and the scale of the tachometer will be emphasized.
• Rev indicator ( P.78)
•Rev peak ( P.78)
Shift position/shift range/gear position ( P.169)
Speedometer
Clock
Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (P.348)
Gauges and meters (F SPORT models)
Meter display
A
B
C
D
E
F
G

772-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Shift position indicator (P.171)
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P.80)
Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (P.429)
Main meter moved to the right
The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Clock
Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (P.348)
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
When sport mode is se lected for the driving mode, the periphery of the tachometer will
change color and the scale of the tachometer will be emphasized.
• Rev indicator ( P.78)
•Rev peak ( P.78)
Shift position/shift range/gear position ( P.169)
Speedometer
Shift position indicator ( P.171)
Odometer and trip meter display ( P.79)
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
H
I
J
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H

802-1. Instrument cluster
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