LEXUS LS500H 2021 User Guide

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■Ceiling
Moon roof switches ................................................................................................. P.95
Personal lights
*1
“SOS” button*2........................................................................................................ P.89
Auxiliary box
*1
Vanity mirrors*1
Sun visors*1
Door-linked interior light switch*1
Inside rear view mirror*1, 2
Digital Rearview Mirror*2.................................................................................... P.24
Garage door opener buttons................................................................................ P.83
Interior light
*1
*1: Refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: If equipped
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
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1Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into
the floor mat eyelets.
2Turn the upper knob of each retaining
hook (clip) to secure the floor mats in
place.
Always align the marks .
The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may di ffer from that shown in the illustration.
Floor Mat Installation
Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year
as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet.
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Charge area
Shows regeneration
* status.
Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is
not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven
in an Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the bar display within Eco
area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
Power area
Shows that an Eco- friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)
*: When used in this manual, regeneration
refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into
electrical energy.
Hybrid System
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has charac teristics different from conventional vehicles.
Be sure you are closely familiar with the characterist ics of your vehicle, and operate it with
care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gaso line engine and an electric motor (traction
motor) according to driving conditions, impr oving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust
emissions.
For details, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Hybrid System Indicator
A
B
C
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When driving with the gasoline engine stopped, a sound, which changes in accordance with
the driving speed, will be played in order to warn people nearby of the vehicle’s approach.
The sound will stop when th e vehicle speed exceeds approximately 22 mph (35 km/h).
If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. To help
prevent the battery from discharging, avoid leaving the N position selected for an extended
period of time.
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and deceleration
force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
● The accelerator pedal is released while dr iving with the shift position in D or M.
● The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or M.
Vehicle proximity notification system
Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
Regenerative braking

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There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move with the
“READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift
the shift position to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating and are
not a malfunction:
● Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or so ft clank will be emitted from the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery), behind the rear se ats, when the hybrid system is started or
stopped.
● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear seats
when the hybrid syst em starts or stops.
● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine starts or stops,
when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is depressed or
as the accelerator pedal is released.
● Vibration may be felt or sounds may be hear d when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents on the both sides of the rear
seatback.
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the
vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light go off. If there is
only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount
of fuel is about 3.4 gal. [13 L, 2.8 Imp. gal.], when the vehicle is on a level su rface. This value
may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined.)
A message is automatically disp layed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an
improper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on the multi-
information display, read the message and
follow the instructions.
Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
Running out of fuel
Hybrid warning message

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Electronic keys
• Operating the smart access systemwith push-button start ( P.17)
•Operating the wi reless remote con-
trol function
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
Card key (electronic key) (if equipped)
Operating the smart access system with
push-button start ( P.17)
Locks the doors
Unlocks the doors
Opens the windows and moon roof
(press and hold)
*
Opens the trunk
Sounds the alarm
*: This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.
Keys
The keys
A
B
C
D
Wireless remote control
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To take out the mechanical key, push the
release button and take the key out.
The mechanical key can only be inserted in
one direction, as the key only has grooves
on one side. If the key cannot be inserted in
a lock cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt
to insert it.
After using the mechanical key, store it in
the electronic key. Carry the mechanical
key together with the electronic key. If the
electronic key battery is depleted or the
entry function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
Mechanical key

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1Grip the driver’s door handle to unlock
the door. Holding the driver’s door
handle for approximately 2 seconds
unlocks all the door s. Grip any passen-
ger door handle to unlock all the
doors.
*
Make sure to touch the sensor on the
back of the handle.
The doors cannot be unlocked for 3
seconds after the doors are locked.
*: The door unlock settings can be
changed.
2Touch the lock sensor (indentation on
the upper part of the door handle) to
lock all the doors.
Check that the door is securely locked.
Smart Access System with Push-button Start
The following operations can be performed si mply by carrying the electronic key (includ-
ing the card key) on your person, for example in your pocket. The driver should always
carry the electronic key.
For details on starting the hybrid system, see page 25.
Unlocking and locking the doors from the outside

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Press the button.
The trunk lid will fully open.
If the button is pressed while the trunk lid is
opening, the trunk lid will stop moving.
When all the doors are unlocked using one
of the following methods, the trunk can be
opened without the electronic key:
●Entry function
● Wireless remote control
● Door lock switches
● Automatic door unlocking system
● Mechanical key
Opening the trunk
For details on what to do when the electronic key does not operate properly, see page 103.

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■Seat adjustment switches
Seat position adjustment
Seatback angle adjustment
Head restraint height adjustment (if
equipped)
Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment
Vertical height adjustment
Lumbar support adjustment
Seat cushion length adjustment (if
equipped)
■Center Display 1
Press the seat switch.
2Using the Remote Touch pad, select “Dri ver Seat Adjustment” or “Passenger Seat
Adjustment”.
Front Seats
Adjustment procedure
A
B
C
D
E
F
G