Lexus LC500 (2022 year). Manual in english — page 8

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Driving

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle. . . . . .

148

Cargo and luggage. . . . ...

155

Trailer towing. . . . . . . ...

156

4-2. Driving procedures

Engine (ignition) switch (LC500)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

157

Power (ignition) switch

(LC500h). . . . . . . . ...

161

EV drive mode (LC500h). .

165

Automatic transmission (LC500)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

167

Hybrid transmission (LC500h)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

174

Turn signal lever . . . . . . .

182

Parking brake . . . . . . . ..

183

Brake Hold. . . . . . . . .

185

4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Headlight switch. . . . . . .

188

AHB (Automatic High Beam)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

190

Fog light switch . . . . . . ...

193

Windshield wipers and washer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

194

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap. ..

198

4-5. Using the driving support sys-

tems

Lexus Safety System + . . .

200

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

205

LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ..

213

RSA (Road Sign Assist) . . ..

222

Dynamic radar cruise control with

full-speed range . . . . . ..

225

Cruise control . . . . . . .

235

Driving mode select switch ..

238

Lexus parking assist-sensor .

239

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor). .

246

Active rear wing. . . . . .

255

Fixed rear wing . . . . . . ..

258

Exhaust Gas Filter system

(LC500) . . . . . . . . ...

259

GPF (Gasoline Particulate Filter)

system (LC500h) . . . . .

260

Driving assist systems . . . ...

261

4-6. Driving tips

Hybrid vehicle driving tips

(LC500h). . . . . . . . ..

267

Winter driving tips. . . . .

269

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4-1.Before driving

Q

Starting the engine <hybrid sys-
tem>



P.157, 161

Q

Driving

1

With the brake pedal depressed,
shift the shift position to D.

Check that the shift position indicator

shows D.

2

If the parking brake is set, release
the parking brake. (



P.183)

3

Gradually release the brake pedal
and gently depress the accelerator
pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

Q

Stopping

1

Depress the brake pedal.

2

If necessary, set the parking brake.

LC500h: If the vehicle is to be stopped for

an extended period of time, shift the shift

position to P. (



P.176)

Q

Parking the vehicle

1

Depress the brake pedal to stop
the vehicle completely.

2

If the parking brake is released, set
the parking brake. (



P.183)

3

Shift the shift position to P.
(



P.168, 176)

Check that the shift position indicator

shows P and the parking brake indicator is

illuminated.

4

Press the engine switch <power
switch> to stop the engine <hybrid
system>.

5

Slowly release the brake pedal.

6

Lock the door, making sure that
you have the electronic key on your
person.

If parking on a hill, block the wheels as

needed.

Q

Starting off on a steep uphill

1

Firmly depress the brake pedal and
shift the shift position to D.

The hill-start assist control will be activated.

2

Set the parking brake. (



P.183)

3

Release the brake pedal and gently
depress the accelerator pedal to
accelerate the vehicle.

4

Release the parking brake.
(



P.183)

Q

For fuel-efficient driving (LC500h)

Keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are simi-

lar to conventional vehicles, and it is neces-

sary to refrain from activities such as

sudden acceleration. (



P.267)

Q

Driving in the rain

O

Drive carefully when it is raining, because

visibility will be reduced, the windows

may become fogged-up, and the road

will be slippery.

O

Drive carefully when it starts to rain,

because the road surface will be espe-

cially slippery.

O

Refrain from high speeds when driving on

an expressway in the rain, because there

may be a layer of water between the tires

and the road surface, preventing the

steering and brakes from operating

properly.

Driving the vehicle

The following procedures should be
observed to ensure safe driving:

Driving procedure

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Engine speed while driving

In the following conditions, the engine

speed may become high while driving. This

is due to automatic up-shifting control or

down-shifting implementation to meet driv-

ing conditions. It does not indicate sudden

acceleration.

O

The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill

or downhill

O

When the accelerator pedal is released

O

When the brake pedal is firmly or quickly

depressed

Q

Restraining the engine <hybrid system>

output (Brake Override System)

O

When the accelerator and brake pedals

are depressed at the same time, the

engine <hybrid system> output may be

restrained.

O

A warning message is displayed on the

multi-information display while the sys-

tem is operating. (



P.375)

Q

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start

Control)

O

When the following unusual operation is

performed, the engine <hybrid system>

output may be restrained.

• When the shift position is shifted from R

to D, D to R, N to R, P to D

*

, or P to R

*

(D

includes M) with the accelerator pedal

depressed, a warning message appears

on the multi-information display. If a

warning message is shown on the multi-

information display, read the message

and follow the instructions.

• When the accelerator pedal is depressed

too much while the vehicle is in reverse.

*

: Depending on the situation, the shift posi-

tion may not be changed.

O

While Drive-Start Control is being acti-

vated, your vehicle may have trouble

escaping from the mud or fresh snow. In

such case, deactivate TRC (



P.262) to

cancel Drive Start Control so that the

vehicle may become able to escape from

the mud or fresh snow.

Q

Breaking in your new Lexus

To extend the life of the vehicle, observing

the following precautions is recommended:

O

For the first 300 km (186 miles):

Avoid sudden stops.

O

For the first 1000 km (621 miles):

• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.

• Avoid sudden acceleration.

• Do not drive continuously in low gears.

• Do not drive at a constant speed for

extended periods.

Q

Drum-in-disc type parking brake sys-

tem

Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type park-

ing brake system. This type of brake system

needs bedding-down of the brake shoes

periodically or whenever the parking brake

shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-

rized repairer, or any reliable repairer, per-

form the bedding down operation.

Q

Operating your vehicle in a foreign

country

Comply with the relevant vehicle registra-

tion laws and confirm the availability of the

correct fuel. (



P.414)

Q

Brake pads and discs

The brake pads and discs are designed for

use under high load conditions. Therefore,

brake noise may be generated depending

on the vehicle speed, braking force and

vehicle environment (temperature, humid-

ity, etc.).

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

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WARNING

Q

When starting the vehicle

LC500: Always keep your foot on the

brake pedal while stopped with the

engine running. This prevents the vehicle

from creeping.
LC500h: Always keep your foot on the

brake pedal while stopped with the

“READY” indicator is illuminated. This

prevents the vehicle from creeping.

Q

When driving the vehicle

O

Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with

the location of the brake and accelera-

tor pedals to avoid depressing the

wrong pedal.

• Accidentally depressing the accelera-

tor pedal instead of the brake pedal

will result in sudden acceleration that

may lead to an accident.

• When backing up, you may twist your

body around, leading to a difficulty in

operating the pedals. Make sure to

operate the pedals properly.

• Make sure to keep a correct driving

posture even when moving the vehicle

only slightly. This allows you to depress

the brake and accelerator pedals

properly.

• Depress the brake pedal using your

right foot. Depressing the brake pedal

using your left foot may delay

response in an emergency, resulting in

an accident.

O

LC500h: The driver should pay extra

attention to pedestrians when the vehi-

cle is powered only by the electric

motor (traction motor). As there is no

engine noise, the pedestrians may mis-

judge the vehicle’s movement. Even

though the vehicle is equipped with the

vehicle proximity notification system,

drive with care as pedestrians in the

vicinity may still not notice the vehicle if

the surrounding area is noisy.

O

Do not drive the vehicle over or stop

the vehicle near flammable materials.

The exhaust system and exhaust gases

can be extremely hot. These hot parts

may cause a fire if there is any flamma-

ble material nearby.

O

During normal driving, do not turn off

the engine <hybrid system>. Turning

the engine <hybrid system> off while

driving will not cause loss of steering

or braking control, however, power

assist to the steering will be lost. This

will make it more difficult to steer

smoothly, so you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so.

In the event of an emergency, such as

if it becomes impossible to stop the

vehicle in the normal way:



P.363

O

Use engine braking (downshift) to

maintain a safe speed when driving

down a steep hill.

Using the brakes continuously may

cause the brakes to overheat and lose

effectiveness. (



P.167, 174)

O

Do not adjust the positions of the

steering wheel, the seat, or the inside

or outside rear view mirrors while driv-

ing.

Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle

control.

O

Always check that all passengers’

arms, heads or other parts of their

body are not outside the vehicle.

Q

When driving on slippery road sur-

faces

O

Sudden braking, acceleration and

steering may cause tire slippage and

reduce your ability to control the vehi-

cle.

O

Sudden acceleration, engine braking

due to shifting, or changes in engine

speed could cause the vehicle to skid,

resulting in an accident.

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WARNING

O

After driving through a puddle, lightly

depress the brake pedal to make sure

that the brakes are functioning prop-

erly. Wet brake pads may prevent the

brakes from functioning properly. If

the brakes on only one side are wet

and not functioning properly, steering

control may be affected.

Q

When shifting the shift position

O

LC500: Do not let the vehicle roll

backward while a forward driving

position is selected, or roll forward

while the shift position is in R.

Doing so may cause the engine to stall

or lead to poor brake and steering

performance, resulting in an accident

or damage to the vehicle.

LC500h: Do not let the vehicle roll

backward while a forward driving

position is selected, or roll forward

while the shift position is in R.

Doing so may result in an accident or

damage to the vehicle.

O

Do not shift the shift position to P while

the vehicle is moving.

Doing so can damage the transmission

and may result in a loss of vehicle con-

trol.

O

Do not shift the shift position to R while

the vehicle is moving forward.

Doing so can damage the transmission

and may result in a loss of vehicle con-

trol.

O

Do not shift the shift position to a driv-

ing position while the vehicle is moving

backward.

Doing so can damage the transmission

and may result in a loss of vehicle con-

trol.

O

LC500: Changing the shift position to

N while the vehicle is moving will dis-

engage the engine from the transmis-

sion. Engine braking is not available

when N is selected.

LC500h: Changing the shift position

to N while the vehicle is moving will

disengage the hybrid system. Regen-

erative braking is not available with the

hybrid system disengaged.

O

Be careful not to change the shift posi-

tion with the accelerator pedal

depressed.

Changing the shift position to any

positions other than P or N may lead to

unexpected rapid acceleration of the

vehicle that may cause an accident

and result in death or serious injury.

After changing the shift position, make

sure to confirm the current shift posi-

tion displayed on the shift position indi-

cator inside the meter.

Q

Brake pad wear

If any of the following situations occur,

have the brake pads checked and

replaced by any authorized Lexus

retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or

any reliable repairer as soon as possible.

O

If the thickness of the brake pads

exceeds the brake pad wear limit

when visually checking all four brake

pads (for the brake pad wear limit,

refer to P.420)

O

If “Brake Pad Wear Visit Your Dealer”

is displayed (only the right-side pads

can be detected)

Rotor damage may result if the pads are

not replaced when needed. Moderate

levels of the brake pad and disc wear

allow enhanced braking power. As a

result, the discs may wear more quickly

than conventional brake discs. There-

fore, when replacing the brake pads,

Lexus recommends that you also have

the thickness of the discs measured. It is

dangerous to drive the vehicle when the

wear limits of the brake pads and/or

those of the brake discs are exceeded.

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WARNING

Q

When the vehicle is stopped

O

LC500: Do not race the engine.

If the vehicle is in any gear other than P

or N, the vehicle may accelerate sud-

denly and unexpectedly, causing an

accident.

LC500h: Do not depress the acceler-

ator pedal unnecessarily.

If the shift position is in any position

other than P or N, the vehicle may

accelerate suddenly and unexpect-

edly, causing an accident.

O

LC500: In order to prevent accidents

due to the vehicle rolling away, always

keep depressing the brake pedal while

the engine is running, and apply the

parking brake as necessary.

LC500h: In order to prevent acci-

dents due to the vehicle rolling away,

always keep depressing the brake

pedal while stopped with the

“READY” indicator is illuminated, and

apply the parking brake as necessary.

O

If the vehicle is stopped on an incline,

in order to prevent accidents caused

by the vehicle rolling forward or back-

ward, always depress the brake pedal

and securely apply the parking brake

as needed.

O

Avoid revving or racing the engine.

Running the engine at high speed

while the vehicle is stopped may cause

the exhaust system to overheat, which

could result in a fire if combustible

material is nearby.

Q

When the vehicle is parked

O

Do not leave glasses, cigarette light-

ers, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the

vehicle when it is in the sun.

Doing so may result in the following:

• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter

or spray can, and may lead to a fire.

• The temperature inside the vehicle

may cause the plastic lenses and plas-

tic material of glasses to deform or

crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing

the contents to spray over the interior

of the vehicle, and may also cause a

short circuit in the vehicle’s electrical

components.

O

Do not leave cigarette lighters in the

vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a

place such as the glove box or on the

floor, it may be lit accidentally when

luggage is loaded or the seat is

adjusted, causing a fire.

O

Do not attach adhesive discs to the

windshield or windows. Do not place

containers such as air fresheners on

the instrument panel or dashboard.

Adhesive discs or containers may act

as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle.

O

Do not leave a door or window open if

the curved glass is coated with a met-

allized film such as a silver-colored

one. Reflected sunlight may cause the

glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.

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WARNING

O

LC500:Always apply the parking

brake, shift the shift position to P, stop

the engine and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended

while the engine is running.

If the vehicle is parked with the shift

position in P but the parking brake is

not set, the vehicle may start to move,

possibly leading to an accident.

LC500h:Always apply the parking

brake, shift the shift position to P, stop

the hybrid system and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended

while the “READY” indicator is illumi-

nated.

If the vehicle is parked with the shift

position in P but the parking brake is

not set, the vehicle may start to move,

possibly leading to an accident.

O

LC500: Do not touch the exhaust

pipes while the engine is running or

immediately after turning the engine

off.

Doing so may cause burns.

LC500h: Do not touch the exhaust

pipes while the “READY” indicator is

illuminated or immediately after turn-

ing the hybrid system off.

Doing so may cause burns.

Q

When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the engine <hybrid system>

off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move

the shift lever or depress the accelerator

pedal, this could cause an accident or fire

due to engine <hybrid system> overheat-

ing. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked

in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases

may collect and enter the vehicle, lead-

ing to death or a serious health hazard.

Q

When braking

O

When the brakes are wet, drive more

cautiously.

Braking distance increases when the

brakes are wet, and this may cause

one side of the vehicle to brake differ-

ently than the other side. Also, the

parking brake may not securely hold

the vehicle.

O

If the electronically controlled brake

system does not operate, do not follow

other vehicles closely and avoid hills or

sharp turns that require braking.

In this case, braking is still possible, but

the brake pedal should be depressed

more firmly than usual. Also, the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have your

brakes fixed immediately.

O

The brake system consists of 2 or

more individual hydraulic systems; if

one of the systems fails, the other(s)

will still operate. In this case, the brake

pedal should be depressed more

firmly than usual and the braking dis-

tance will increase. Have your brakes

fixed immediately.

NOTICE

Q

When driving the vehicle

O

Do not depress the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time while

driving, as this may restrain the engine

<hybrid system> output.

O

Do not use the accelerator pedal or

depress the accelerator and brake

pedals at the same time to hold the

vehicle on a hill.

Q

Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

O

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.

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NOTICE

O

When driving over bumps in the road,

drive as slowly as possible to avoid

damaging the wheels, underside of the

vehicle, etc.

Q

If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the fol-

lowing situations. Hold the steering

wheel firmly and gradually depress the

brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.

O

It may be difficult to control your vehi-

cle.

O

The vehicle will make abnormal

sounds or vibrations.

O

The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat

tire (



P.387)

Q

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:

O

Engine stalling

O

Short in electrical components

O

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 any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer check the following:

O

Brake function

O

Changes in quantity and quality of oil

and fluid used for the engine, transmis-

sion, differentials, etc.

O

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 any autho-

rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-

ately.

Q

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.

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Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:

WARNING

Q

Things that must not be carried in the

trunk

The following things may cause a fire if

loaded in the trunk:

O

Receptacles containing gasoline

O

Aerosol cans

Q

Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals

from being depressed properly, may

block the driver’s vision, or may result in

items hitting the driver or passengers,

possibly causing an accident.

O

Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk

whenever possible.

O

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on

the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats

(when stacking items)

• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
• In front of Center Display

O

Secure all items in the occupant com-

partment.

Q

Load and distribution

O

Do not overload your vehicle.

O

Do not apply loads unevenly.

Improper loading may cause deterio-

ration of steering or braking control

which may cause death or serious

injury.

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Trailer towing

Lexus does not recommend towing
a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus
also does not recommend the
installation of a tow hitch or the use
of a tow hitch carrier for a wheel-
chair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your
vehicle is not designed for trailer
towing or for the use of tow hitch
mounted carriers.

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4-2.Driving procedures

1

Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(



P.183)

The parking brake indicator will come on.

2

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and a message will be displayed on

the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be

started.

3

Press the engine switch shortly and
firmly.

When operating the engine switch, one

short, firm press is enough. It is not neces-

sary to press and hold the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up

to 30 seconds, whichever is less.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until

the engine is completely started.
The engine can be started from any engine

switch mode.

Q

Engine switch illumination

According to the situation, the engine

switch illumination operates as follows.

O

When a door is opened, or the engine

switch mode is changed from ACCES-

SORY or IGNITION ON mode to off,

the engine switch illumination slowly

blinks.

O

When depressing the brake pedal with

carrying the electronic key on your per-

son, the engine switch illumination rapidly

blinks.

O

When the engine switch is in ACCES-

SORY or IGNITION ON mode, the

engine switch illumination illuminates.

Q

If the engine does not start

O

The engine immobilizer system may not

have been deactivated. (



P.77)

Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer.

O

If a message related to start-up is shown

on the multi-information display, read the

message and follow the instructions.

O

If the door is unlocked with the mechani-

cal key, the engine cannot be started

using the smart entry & start system.

Refer to P.393 to start the engine. How-

ever, if the electronic key is carried inside

the vehicle and the doors are locked

Engine (ignition) switch
(LC500)

Performing the following opera-
tions when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the
engine or changes engine switch
modes.

Starting the engine

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(



P.120), the engine can be started.

Q

If the 12-volt battery is discharged

The engine cannot be started using the

smart entry & start system. Refer to P.396

to restart the engine.

Q

Electronic key battery depletion



P.114

Q

Conditions affecting operation



P.127

Q

Notes for the entry function



P.128

Q

Steering lock function

O

After turning the engine switch off and

opening and closing the doors, the steer-

ing wheel will be locked due to the steer-

ing lock function. Operating the engine

switch again automatically cancels the

steering lock.

O

When the steering lock cannot be

released, “Push engine switch while turn-

ing steering wheel in either direction” will

be displayed on the multi-information dis-

play.

Press the engine switch shortly and firmly

while turning the steering wheel left and

right.

O

To prevent the steering lock motor from

overheating, operation of the motor may

be suspended if the engine is turned on

and off repeatedly in a short period of

time. In this case, refrain from operating

the engine switch. After about 10 sec-

onds, the steering lock motor will resume

functioning.

Q

If there is a malfunction in the smart

entry & start system

If “Entry & Start System Malfunction See

Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-

information display, the system may be mal-

functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by

any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus

authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer

immediately.

Q

Electronic key battery



P.351

Q

Operation of the engine switch

O

If the switch is not pressed shortly and

firmly, the engine switch mode may not

change or the engine may not start.

O

If attempting to restart the engine imme-

diately after turning the engine switch off,

the engine may not start in some cases.

After turning the engine switch off, please

wait a few seconds before restarting the

engine.

Q

Customization

If the smart entry & start system has been

deactivated in a customized setting, refer to

P.392.

WARNING

Q

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in

the driver’s seat. Do not depress the

accelerator pedal while starting the

engine under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury.

Q

Caution while driving

If engine failure occurs while the vehicle

is moving, do not lock or open the doors

until the vehicle reaches a safe and com-

plete stop. Activation of the steering lock

in this circumstance may lead to an acci-

dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

Q

When starting the engine

O

Do not race a cold engine.

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1

Stop the vehicle completely.

2

If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(



P.183)

3

Press the P position switch.
(



P.168)

Check that the shift position indicator

shows P and the parking brake indicator is

illuminated.

4

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter display

will be extinguished (the shift position indi-

cator will be extinguished a few seconds

after the meter display).

5

Check that “ACCESSORY” or
“IGNITION ON” is not shown on
the meter.

Q

Automatic P position selection function



P.170

Modes can be changed by pressing
the engine switch with the brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each
time the switch is pressed.)

NOTICE

O

If the engine becomes difficult to start

or stalls frequently, have your vehicle

checked by any authorized Lexus

retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,

or any reliable repairer immediately.

Q

Symptoms indicating a malfunction

with the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operat-

ing somewhat differently than usual, such

as the switch sticking slightly, there may

be a malfunction. Contact any autho-

rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-

ately.

Stopping the engine

WARNING

Q

Stopping the engine in an emergency

O

If you want to stop the engine in an

emergency while driving the vehicle,

press and hold the engine switch for

more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly

3 times or more in succession.

(



P.363)

However, do not touch the engine

switch while driving except in an emer-

gency. Turning the engine off while

driving will not cause loss of steering

or braking control, however, power

assist to the steering will be lost. This

will make it more difficult to steer

smoothly, so you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so.

O

If the engine switch is operated while

the vehicle is running, a warning mes-

sage is shown on the multi-information

display and a buzzer sounds.

O

When restarting the engine after an

emergency shutdown, press the

engine switch.

Changing engine switch modes

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1

Off

The emergency flashers can be used.

2

ACCESSORY mode

Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the
meter.

3

IGNITION ON mode

All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the
meter.

Q

Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode

for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION

ON mode (the engine is not running) for

more than an hour with the shift position in

P, the engine switch will automatically turn

off. However, this function cannot entirely

prevent the 12-volt battery discharge. Do

not leave the vehicle with the engine switch

in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode

for long periods of time when the engine is

not running.

Q

When the shift control system malfunc-

tions

When attempting to turn the engine switch

off while there is a malfunction in the shift

control system, the engine switch mode

may change to ACCESSORY mode. In this

case, ACCESSORY mode may be turned

off by applying the parking brake and

pressing the engine switch again.
If there is a malfunction in the system, have

the vehicle inspected by any authorized

Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,

or any reliable repairer immediately.

NOTICE

Q

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

O

Do not leave the engine switch in

ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON

mode for long periods of time without

the engine running.

O

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION

ON” is displayed on the meter, the

engine switch is not off. Exit the vehicle

after turning the engine switch off.

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4-2. Driving procedures

Dr

ivin
g

1

Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(



P.183)

The parking brake indicator will come on.

2

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and a message will be displayed on

the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system can-

not be started.
When the shift position is N, the hybrid sys-

tem cannot start.
Shift the shift position to P when starting

the hybrid system. (



P.176)

3

Press the power switch shortly and
firmly.

When operating the power switch, one

short, firm press is enough. It is not neces-

sary to press and hold the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the

hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until

the “READY” indicator is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started from any

power switch mode.

4

Check that the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.

If the “READY” indicator changes from a

flashing light to a solid light and the buzzer

sounds, the hybrid system is starting nor-

mally.
The vehicle will not move when the

“READY” indicator is off.

The vehicle can move when the “READY”

indicator is on even if the engine is

stopped. (The gasoline engine starts or

stops automatically in accordance with the

state of the vehicle.)

Q

Power switch illumination

According to the situation, the power

switch illumination operates as follows.

O

When a door is opened, or the power

switch mode is changed from ACCES-

SORY or ON mode to off, the power

switch illumination slowly blinks.

O

When depressing the brake pedal with

carrying the electronic key on your per-

son, the power switch illumination rapidly

blinks.

O

When the power switch is in ACCES-

SORY or ON mode, the power switch

illumination illuminates.

Q

If the hybrid system does not start

O

The immobilizer system may not have

been deactivated. (



P.77)

Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer.

O

If a message related to start-up is shown

Power (ignition) switch
(LC500h)

Performing the following opera-
tions when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the hybrid
system or changes power switch
modes.

Starting the hybrid system

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on the multi-information display, read the

message and follow the instructions.

O

If the door is unlocked with the mechani-

cal key, the hybrid system cannot be

started using the smart entry & start sys-

tem. Refer to P.393 to start the hybrid

system. However, if the electronic key is

carried inside the vehicle and the doors

are locked (



P.120), the hybrid system

can be started.

Q

When the ambient temperature is low,

such as during winter driving conditions

O

When starting the hybrid system, the

flashing time of the “READY” indicator

may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is

until the “READY” indicator is steady on,

as steady means the vehicle is able to

move.

O

When the hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery) is extremely cold (below approxi-

mately -30°C [-22°F]) under the

influence of the outside temperature, it

may not be possible to start the hybrid

system. In this case, try to start the hybrid

system again after the temperature of the

hybrid battery increases due to the out-

side temperature increase etc.

Q

Sounds and vibrations specific to a

hybrid vehicle



P.71

Q

If the 12-volt battery is discharged

The hybrid system cannot be started using

the smart entry & start system. Refer to

P.396 to restart the hybrid system.

Q

Electronic key battery depletion



P.114

Q

Conditions affecting operation



P.127

Q

Note for the entry function



P.128

Q

Steering lock function

O

After turning the power switch off and

opening and closing the doors, the steer-

ing wheel will be locked due to the steer-

ing lock function. Operating the power

switch again automatically cancels the

steering lock.

O

When the steering lock cannot be

released, “Push power switch while turn-

ing steering wheel in either direction” will

be displayed on the multi-information dis-

play.

Press the power switch shortly and firmly

while turning the steering wheel left and

right.

O

To prevent the steering lock motor from

overheating, the motor may be sus-

pended if the hybrid system is turned on

and off repeatedly in a short period of

time. In this case, refrain from operating

the power switch. After about 10 sec-

onds, the steering lock motor will resume

functioning.

Q

If there is a malfunction in the smart

entry & start system

If “Entry & Start System Malfunction See

Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-

information display, the system may be mal-

functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by

any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus

authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer

immediately.

Q

If the “READY” indicator does not

come on

In the event that the “READY” indicator

does not come on even after performing

the proper procedures for starting the vehi-

cle, contact any authorized Lexus retailer

or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer immediately.

Q

If the hybrid system is malfunctioning



P.75

Q

Electronic key battery



P.351