parking brake LEXUS LS600H 2017 Owners Manual

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3-5. Opening, closing
the windows and moon roof
Power windows...........................225
Moon roof .....................................229
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle .....................234
Cargo and luggage ...................245
Trailer towing ...............................246
4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch ............ 247
EV drive mode ............................252
Hybrid transmission ..................255
Turn signal lever ......................... 262
Parking brake ..............................263
Brake Hold.................................... 266
Horn.................................................268
4-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch .........................269
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System)........................................ 273
Fog light switch .......................... 280
Windshield wipers and
washer........................................... 281
Headlight cleaner switch ........284
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 285
4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Cruise control .............................289
Dynamic radar cruise
control..........................................293
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .............307
LKA
(Lane-Keeping Assist) .......... 324
Driving mode select
switch ...........................................334
Electronically modulated
air suspension .............................. 336
Driving assist systems.............. 338
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system)......................................... 346
Rear Pre-Crash Safety
system ......................................... 360
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor)..............366
•The Blind Spot Monitor
function...................................... 371
• The Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function ......................... 374
Lexus night view ......................... 377
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips......382
Winter driving tips .................... 384
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6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior................. 476
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ................. 480
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements............................ 483
6-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ................................486
Hood .............................................. 489
Positioning a floor jack............ 490
Engine compartment................492
12-volt battery............................. 502
Tires ................................................ 506
Tire inflation pressure...............525
Wheels............................................ 527
Air conditioning filter................529
Electronic key battery ..............532
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................................. 535
Light bulbs ...................................... 541
7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ..................546
If your vehicle has
to be stopped
in an emergency ...................... 547
7-2. Steps to take
in an emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed............................... 548
If you think something
is wrong .......................................554
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds......................................... 555
If a warning message
is displayed.................................563
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
a spare tire)................................ 567
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles without
a spare tire)................................578
If the hybrid system
will not start................................ 597
If the parking brake cannot
be released ................................599
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ............ 603
If the 12-volt battery
is discharged .............................607
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises

17Pictorial index
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 121
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 121
Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 130
When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 563
Parking brake switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 263
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 263
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 385
Warning buzzer/message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 563
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 2 62
Headlight switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . .P. 269
Front fog lights/rear fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 280
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 281
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 281
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 501
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 563
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 546
Trunk opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 180
Fuel filler door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 287
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 489
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Driving position memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 207
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 399
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 399
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 425
Audio system*
Audio system*
Hands-free system*
Trunk opener main switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 181
*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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25Pictorial index
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 121
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 121
Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 130
When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 563
Parking brake switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 263
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 263
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 385
Warning buzzer/message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 563
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 2 62
Headlight switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . .P. 269
Front fog lights/rear fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 280
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 281
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 281
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 501
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 563
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 546
Trunk opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 180
Fuel filler door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 287
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 489
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Driving position memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 207
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 399
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 399
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 425
Audio system*
Audio system*
Hands-free system*
Trunk opener main switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 181
*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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871-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and decel-
eration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery).
●The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D or S.
●The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or S.
■EV indicator
■Conditions in which the ga soline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop auto-
matically in the following conditions:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
●During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
●When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
●When the heater is switched on
■Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
●As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery
does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left
parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly discharge. For this reason, be
sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or
16 km (10 miles). If the hybrid battery becomes fully discharged and you are unable
to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-volt battery, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid ba ttery (traction battery) will not be charged.
Always put the shift lever in P when the vehicle is stopped. When driving in heavy
traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift lever in D or S to avoid discharging the bat-
tery.
●To help prevent the 12-volt battery from becoming discharged, drive the vehicle at
least once a month, and operate the accessories only when the “READY” indicator
is on. When parking the vehicle, make sure the doors and trunk are closed and all
lights are turned off.
The EV indicator comes on when the vehicle
is driven using only the electric motor (trac-
tion motor) or the gasoline engine is stopped.

881-2. Hybrid system
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■Charging the 12-volt battery
 P. 609
■After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid battery
(traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move.
For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift lever 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.
●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear
seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
●Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid transmission when the hybrid system starts
or stops.
●Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
●Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the accelerator pedal is
released or the brake pedal is depressed.
●Vibration may be felt or sounds may be heard when the gasoline engine starts or
stops.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents on the package tray.
■Hybrid battery (traction battery) cooling
The air conditioning system may operate automatically to cool the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
■Maintenance, repair, re cycling, and disposal
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not
dispose of the vehicle yourself.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV indicator) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 634)

931-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
CAUTION
■Road accident cautions
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
●Pull your vehicle off the road, apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, and
turn the hybrid system off.
●Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.
●If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric shock may
occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
●If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte
from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or
eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric
acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
●If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never
use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even a small
amount of water may be dangerous.
●If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with four wheels raised. If the wheels con-
nected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing, the
motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause an electricity leakage
leading to a fire. ( P. 548)
●Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has leaked
onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as
soon as possible.

1122. Instrument cluster
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s
systems.
*1: These lights come on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate
that a system check is being performed. They will go off after the hybrid system is
on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do
not come on, or go off. Have the vehi cle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Warning lights
*1
Brake system warning light
( P. 555)
*1, 2
(if equipped)
Brake hold operated indi-
cator ( P. 557)
*1Charging system warning
light ( P. 556)
*1, 2Parking brake indicator
( P. 557)
*1Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 556)
*1Brake system warning light
( P. 557)
*1SRS warning light
( P. 556)
Open door warning light
( P. 558)
*1ABS warning light
( P. 556)
Low fuel level warning light
( P. 558)
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
( P. 557)
Seat belt reminder light
( P. 558)
*1, 2
(if equipped)
Pre-crash safety system
warning light ( P. 557)
*1
Master warning light
( P. 558)
*1
Slip indicator (P. 557)*1Tire pressure warning light
( P. 559)

1142. Instrument cluster
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
*1: These lights come on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate
that a system check is being performed. They will go off after the hybrid system is
on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do
not come on, or go off. Have the vehi cle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light flashes faster than
usual to indicate that the system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illumi-
nate in the following situations:
• When the power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch is
set to ON.
• When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the power switch is in ON
mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators
will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction with the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*1Parking brake
indicator ( P. 263)
*1“PASSENGER
AIR BAG” indica-
tor ( P. 61)
*4
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators ( P. 366)
CAUTION
■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 hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not avail-
able to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately if this occurs.

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4Driving
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle..................... 234
Cargo and luggage ...................245
Trailer towing ............................... 246
4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch ............ 247
EV drive mode ............................ 252
Hybrid transmission ..................255
Turn signal lever ......................... 262
Parking brake .............................. 263
Brake Hold.................................... 266
Horn.................................................268
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ......................... 269
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System)........................................ 273
Fog light switch .......................... 280
Windshield wipers and
washer .......................................... 281
Headlight cleaner switch ........284
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 285
4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Cruise control .............................289
Dynamic radar
cruise control............................ 293
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range............. 307
LKA
(Lane-Keeping Assist).......... 324
Driving mode select
switch ........................................... 334
Electronically modulated
air suspension ........................... 336
Driving assist systems ..............338
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system) ........................................ 346
Rear Pre-Crash Safety
system ..........................................360
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 366
•The Blind Spot Monitor
function ......................................371
• The Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function......................... 374
Lexus night view ......................... 377
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .....382
Winter driving tips .....................384