check transmission fluid LEXUS LS500H 2018 Owners Manual

1634-1. Before driving
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Driving NOTICE■
When driving the vehicle●
Do not depress the accelerator and
brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain the hybrid
system output.●
Do not use the accelerator pedal or
depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the
vehicle on a hill.■
When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift
the shift position to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the
accelerator pedal is accidentally
depressed. ■
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts●
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in
either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power
steering motor.●
When driving over bumps in the road,
drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the
vehicle, etc.
■
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged ti re may cause the fol-
lowing situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the
brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●
It may be difficult to control your vehi-
cle.
●
The vehicle will make abnormal
sounds or vibrations.
●
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat
tire ( → P.442) ■
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded
after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause
the following serious damage to the vehi-
cle: ●
Engine stalling ●
Short in electrical components ●
Engine damage caused by water
immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded
road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure
to have your Lexus dealer check the fol-
lowing: ●
Brake function ●
Changes in quantity and quality of oil
and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, transfer (AWD models),
differential, etc. ●
Lubricant condition for the propeller
shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the function of
all joints, bearings, etc.
If the shift control system is damaged by
flooding, it may not be possible to shift
the shift position to P, or from P to other
positions. In this case, contact your Lexus
dealer.
■
When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift
the shift position to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the
accelerator pedal is accidentally
depressed.

4417-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises ■
If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed.
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the
engine oil, make sure to reset the message.
( → P.390)■
If “Shift System Malfunction Driving
Unavailable” is displayed
There is a malfunction in the shift control
system. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately. ■
If a message that in dicates the need for
the shift lever oper ation is displayed
To prevent the shift lever from being oper-
ated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that requires shift-
ing the shift position may be displayed on
the multi-information display. In that case,
follow the instruction of the message and
shift the shift position. ■
If a message that in dicates the need for
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately. ■
If a message that in dicates the need for
referring to Owner’s Manual is dis-
played●
If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display,
follow the instructions.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( → P.453)
•“Battery Low” ( → P.447)
• “Transmission Fluid Temp High” ( → P.175)
●
If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display, it
may indicate a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion”
• “Shift System Malfunction”
• “P Switch Malfunction”
• “Shift System Unavailable”
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
•“Check Engine” • “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction” ●
If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfun ction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low” ●
If “Maintenance Required for Traction
Battery Cooling Parts” is shown, the fil-
ters may be clogged, the air intake vents
may be blocked, or there may be a gap in
the duct. Therefore, perform the follow-
ing correction procedure.
• If the air intake vent s and filters of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) are dirty,
perform the procedure on P.374 to clean
them.
• If the warning message is shown when
the air intake vents and filters of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) are not
dirty, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
NOTICE■
If “High Power Consumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
displayed frequently
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the 12-volt bat-
tery may be deteriorating. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■
If “Have Traction Battery Inspected”
is displayed
This message indicates that the hybrid
battery (traction battery) may require
inspection or replacement. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Do not continue driving the vehicle, as
the hybrid system may become not able
to be started again.

514 Alphabetical Index
LS500h_OM_OM50F42U_(U) emergency ................................................ 420
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..... 422
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 453
Energy monitor ....................................... 96, 97
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ...............................170
Compartment ............................................. 387
Engine compartment cover ................ 388
Engine switch................................................ 168
Hood............................................................... 385
How to start the hybrid system ........... 168
Identification number .................................461
If the hybrid system will not start ........ 443
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 420
Ignition switch (power switch) ............. 168
Overheating................................................. 453
Power switch ................................................ 168
Tachometer .............................................. 77, 81
Engine compartment cover ....................388
Engine coolant
Capacity ......................................................... 463
Checking .......................................................390
Preparing and checking before winter
.........................................................................309
Engine coolant temperature gauge .77, 81
Engine oil
Capacity ......................................................... 462
Checking ...................................................... 388
Preparing and checking before winter
.........................................................................309
Warning light ............................................... 428
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 390
Engine switch (power switch) ................. 168
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 420
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 303
Warning light ...............................................430
EV drive mode................................................ 172
EV indicator ...................................................... 59
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7 F
FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Alert) ..........227
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 349
Flat tire
Tire pressure warning system ............. 397
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid
Brake ............................................................... 465
Hybrid transmission..................................464
Washer ............................................................ 391
Footwell light ................................................. 340
Front air conditioning system ................. 323
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) ..........227
Front passenger occupant classification
system .............................................................. 40
Front seats
Adjustment ..................................................... 128
Cleaning ......................................................... 373
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ........................ 139
Head restraints..............................................144
Memory recall function.............................142
Power easy access system .................... 139
Refresh system ............................................. 133
Seat heaters ..................................................336
Seat position memory .............................. 139
Seat ventilators ............................................336
Front side marker light
Light switch .................................................... 185
Replacing light bulbs ..................................417
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ..................................417
Turn signal lever .......................................... 180
Fuel
Capacity .......................................................... 461
Fuel gauge ................................................. 77, 81
Information ....................................................470
Refueling.......................................................... 194
Type ................................................................... 461
Warning light .............................................. 430