Lexus LS500 (2022 year). Manual in english — page 4

P.172)

Shift range/gear position (

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Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



Gauges and meters (except F SPORT models)

Meter display

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Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (

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Outside temperature display

●

In the following situations, the correct

outside temperature may not be dis-

played, or the display may take longer

than normal to change:

• When stopped, or driving at low speeds

(less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has

changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of

a garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system

may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle

to your Lexus dealer.

■

Liquid crystal display

P.78

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Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized
on

of the multi-information display.

(

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Display items



Odometer

Displays the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.



Trip meter A/trip meter B

Displays the distance the vehicle has been
driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters A and B can be used to record and
display different distances independently.



Distance until next engine oil
change

Displays the distance the vehicle can be
driven until an oil change is necessary.

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Changing the display

Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is
pressed, the displayed item will be
changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch
will reset the trip meter.

WARNING

■

The information display at low tem-

peratures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm

up before using the liquid crystal infor-

mation display. At extremely low tem-

peratures, the information display

monitor may respond slowly, and display

changes may be delayed.

For example, there is a lag between the

driver’s shifting and the new gear number

appearing on the display. This lag could

cause the driver to downshift again,

causing rapid and excessive engine brak-

ing and possibly an accident resulting in

death or injury.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and

its components

●

Do not let the indicator needle of the

tachometer enter the red zone, which

indicates the maximum engine speed.

●

The engine may be overheating if the

engine coolant temperature gauge is

in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-

diately stop the vehicle in a safe place,

and check the engine after it has

cooled completely. (

P.448)

Odometer and trip meter dis-
play

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Pop-up display

Distance until the next engine oil
change will displayed when a warning
message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is
required is displayed.

The brightness of the instrument panel
lights can be adjusted.

Darker

Brighter

■

Brightness of the meters (day mode and

night mode)

The brightness of the meters changes

between day mode and night mode.

●

Day mode: When the tail lights are off or

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

Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

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Locations of gauges and meters

When the main meter is moved to the right, some of the meter displays and the
gauge layout will change. (

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

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.76)

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



• Rev peak (



Shift position/shift range/gear position (



Speedometer
Clock

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (



P.354)

Gauges and meters (F SPORT models)

Meter display

A
B

E
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Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Shift position indicator (

P.172)

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (





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.354)

Tachometer



• Rev peak (



Shift position/shift range/gear position (



Speedometer
Shift position indicator (

P.172)

Odometer and trip meter display (



P.76)

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

E
F

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Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (

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Rev indicator

When the engine speed reaches a set
speed or the red zone, a ring-shaped
indicator ( ) will be displayed on the
tachometer.

The indicators will be displayed in amber
when the engine speed reaches a set
speed, and in red when the engine speed
reaches the red zone.
The engine speed at which the rev indica-
tor will begin to be displayed can be set on

of the multi-information display.

(



■

Rev peak

When the engine speed reaches or
exceeds 5000 rpm, an afterimage of
the tachometer will be displayed at the
highest engine speed for approxi-
mately 1 second.

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Outside temperature display

●

In the following situations, the correct

outside temperature may not be dis-

played, or the display may take longer

than normal to change:

• When stopped, or driving at low speeds

(less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has

changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of

a garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system

may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle

to your Lexus dealer.

■

Liquid crystal display



P.78

■

Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized
on

of the multi-information display.

(

WARNING

■

The information display at low tem-

peratures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm

up before using the liquid crystal infor-

mation display. At extremely low tem-

peratures, the information display

monitor may respond slowly, and display

changes may be delayed.

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Display items



Odometer

Displays the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.



Trip meter A/trip meter B

Displays the distance the vehicle has been
driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters A and B can be used to record and
display different distances independently.



Distance until next engine oil
change

Displays the distance the vehicle can be
driven until an oil change is necessary.

■

Changing the display

Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is
pressed, the displayed item will be

changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch
will reset the trip meter.

■

Pop-up display

The distance until the next engine oil
change will displayed when a warning
message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is
required is displayed.

The brightness of the instrument panel
lights can be adjusted.

Darker

Brighter

■

Brightness of the meters (day mode and

night mode)

The brightness of the meters changes

between day mode and night mode.

●

Day mode: When the tail lights are off or

WARNING

For example, there is a lag between the

driver’s shifting and the new gear number

appearing on the display. This lag could

cause the driver to downshift again,

causing rapid and excessive engine brak-

ing and possibly an accident resulting in

death or injury.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and

its components

●

Do not let the indicator needle of the

tachometer enter the red zone, which

indicates the maximum engine speed.

●

The engine may be overheating if the

engine coolant temperature gauge is

in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-

diately stop the vehicle in a safe place,

and check the engine after it has

cooled completely. (



P.448)

Odometer and trip meter dis-
play

Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

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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-information 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

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Main meter moved to the right

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Menu icons

The menu icons will be displayed by
pressing

of the meter con-

trol switch.

F SPORT models: The menu icons can be
displayed when the main meter is moved to
the right.

■

Liquid crystal display

Small spots or light spots may appear on the

display. This phenomenon is characteristic

of liquid crystal displays, and there is no

problem continuing to use the display.

The multi-information display is oper-
ated using the meter control switches.

Driving information display
(

P.79)

Navigation system-linked dis-
play (if equipped) (



P.81)

Audio system-linked display
(



Driving support system infor-
mation display (

Warning message display
(



Settings display (



WARNING

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Caution for use while driving

●

When operating the multi-information

display while driving, pay extra atten-

tion to the safety of the area around the

vehicle.

●

Do not look continuously at the

multi-information display while driving

as you may fail to see pedestrians,

objects on the road, etc. ahead of the

vehicle.

■

The information display at low tem-

peratures

P.71, 75

Changing the meter display

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: Select menu icons

: Change displayed con-

tent, scroll up/down the screen and
move the cursor up/down
Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset

Move the main meter

and return

to the previous screen
Call sending/receiving and history
display

Linked with the hands-free system, sending
or receiving call is displayed. For details
regarding the hands-free system, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

: F SPORT models

■

Display items (except F SPORT
models)

Press

of the meter control

switch and select

. Then press

to display the following items:



Drive information 1



Drive information 2



Eco Driving Indicator



Boost gauge



Tire pressure (

P.395)



Display off

■

Display items (F SPORT models)



Main meter in center position

Press

of the meter control

switch to display the following items:



Drive information 1



Drive information 2



Tire pressure (



P.395)



Gear positions



Units



Display off



Driving support system information

(

: Can be selected when a driving support

system is enabled. (

P.233, 246, 258)



Main meter moved to the right

Press

of the meter control

switch and select

. Then press

to display the following items:



Drive information 1



Drive information 2



Eco Driving Indicator



Boost gauge



G-force



Gear Position



Tire pressure (



P.395)



Display off

■

Drive information 1/Drive infor-
mation 2

Displays drive information such as the
following:

Use the displayed values as a reference
only.



Drive information 1

• Current fuel consumption
• Average fuel economy (after reset)



Drive information 2

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• Distance (driving range)
• Average vehicle speed (after reset)

Displayed items (listed below) can be
changed on

. (



Current fuel consumption

Bar type: Displays instantaneous current
fuel consumption



Average fuel economy

After reset: Displays average fuel con-
sumption since the display was reset

After start: Displays average fuel con-
sumption since engine start
After refuel: Displays average fuel con-
sumption since refuel



Average vehicle speed

After reset: Displays average vehicle
speed since the display was reset

After start: Displays average vehicle speed
since engine start



Elapsed time

After reset: Displays elapsed time since the
display was reset

After start: Displays elapsed time since
engine start



Distance

Driving range: Displays driving range with
remaining fuel

*2, 3

After start: Displays the distance driven
since engine start



Other

Blank: No item

: To reset, display the desired item and

press and hold

of the meter control

switch.

: This distance is computed based on

your average fuel consumption. As a
result, the actual distance that can be
driven may differ from that displayed.

: When only a small amount of fuel is

added to the tank, the display may not
be updated.
When refueling, turn the engine switch
off. If the vehicle is refueled without
turning the engine switch off, the display
may not be updated.

■

Eco Driving Indicator

Eco Driving Indicator Light

During Eco-friendly acceleration (Eco
driving), the Eco Driving Indicator Light
will turn on. When the acceleration
exceeds the Zone of Eco driving, or when
the vehicle is stopped, the light turns off.

Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display

Suggests the Zone of Eco driving with cur-
rent Eco driving ratio based on accelera-
tion.

Eco driving ratio based on acceler-
ation

If the acceleration exceeds the Zone of
Eco driving, the right side of the Eco Driv-
ing Indicator Zone Display will illuminate.
At this time, the Eco Driving Indicator Light
will turn off.

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Zone of Eco driving

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Boost gauge

Displays the boost pressure. The dis-
play will change color if the specified
pressure is exceeded.

This display is intended for use as a guide-
line. Depending on factors such as the road
surface condition, temperature and vehicle
speed, the display may not show the actual
condition of the vehicle.

■

G-force (F SPORT models)

Displays lateral G-forces on the vehi-
cle. Also displays, around the periph-
ery of the G-force display, the left and
right steering amount, accelerator
pedal input, and brake fluid pressure.

Acceleration G-force on the vehi-
cle
Current G-force value (analyzed
value of front/rear and left/right
G-forces)
Record of the maximum G-forces
Accelerator pedal input
Brake fluid pressure
Steering amount

This display is intended for use as a guide-
line. Depending on factors such as the road
surface condition, temperature and vehicle
speed, the display may not show the actual

condition of the vehicle.



Resetting the record of maximum
G-forces

Press and hold

of the meter control

switch to reset the record.



Peak hold function

If lateral G-forces of 0.5 G or greater are
generated, the G-force value display will
turn amber and be held for 2 seconds.

■

Gear Position (F SPORT models)

Displays the current shift range or gear
position when the shift position is in D
or M.

■

Units (F SPORT models)

The units of measure used can be
changed while driving.

Unlike the units setting performed on the
settings display, the units setting per-
formed on the drive information display
can be changed while driving.

■

Eco Driving Indicator

Eco Driving Indicator will not operate

under the following conditions:

●

The shift position is in any position other

than D.

●

A paddle shift switch is operated.

●

The driving mode is set to sport mode.

●

The driving mode is set to custom mode

and the powertrain control is set to power

(



P.299)

●

Snow mode is selected.

●

The vehicle speed is approximately 80

mph (130 km/h) or higher.

Select to display the following naviga-

C
D

E
F

Navigation system-linked dis-
play (if equipped)

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tion system-linked information.



Route guidance to destination



Compass display (heading-up dis-
play)

■

Route guidance to destination display

When the route guidance to destination

display is enabled on the head-up display, it

will not be displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display. (

P.86)

Select to enable selection of an audio
source or track on the meter using the
meter control switches.

Select to display the operational status
of the following systems:



LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (



P.233,

246)



Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range (



P.258)



RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if
equipped) (



P.255)

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Meter display settings that can be
changed



Language

Select to change the language displayed.



Units

Select to change the units of measure dis-
played.



Speedometer display (except F

SPORT models)

Select to set the display of the speedome-
ter to digital/analog/both digital and ana-
log.



Drive information 1/Drive informa-
tion 2

Select to select up to 2 items (

P.79) that

will be displayed on each Drive information
screen (Drive information 1 screen and
Drive information 2 screen) respectively.



Clock

Select to switch between 12-hour display
and 24-hour display.



Pop-up display

Select to enable/disable pop-up displays
for each relevant system.



Accent color

Select to change the accent color on the
screen, such as the cursor color.



Rev indicator (F SPORT models)

• Select to enable/disable the rev indica-

tor.

• Select to set the engine speed at which

the rev indicator (amber) will begin to be
displayed.



Rev peak (F SPORT models)

Select to enable/disable the rev peak.



Eco Driving Indicator Light

Select to enable/disable the Eco Driving
Indicator Light.



Default setting

Select to reset the meter display settings to
the default setting.

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Vehicle functions and settings that
can be changed

P.474

Audio system-linked display

Driving support system informa-
tion display

Settings display

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Suspension of the settings display

●

Some settings cannot be changed while

driving. When changing settings, park

the vehicle in a safe place.

●

If a warning message is displayed, opera-

tion of the settings display will be sus-

pended.

Displays suggestions to the driver in
the following situations. To select a
response to a displayed suggestion,
use the meter control switches.

■

Suggestion to turn off the head-
lights

If the headlights are left on for a certain
amount of time with the headlight

switch in

after the engine switch

has been turned off, a suggestion mes-
sage will be displayed asking if you
wish to turn the headlights off.
To turn the headlights off, select “Yes”.

If a front door is opened after the engine
switch is turned off, this suggestion mes-
sage will not be displayed.

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(

P.474)

WARNING

■

Cautions during setting up the dis-

play

As the engine needs to be running

during setting up the display, ensure that

the vehicle is parked in a place with ade-

quate ventilation. In a closed area such as

a garage, exhaust gases including harm-

ful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect

and enter the vehicle. This may lead to

death or a serious health hazard.

NOTICE

■

During setting up the display

To prevent battery discharge, ensure that

the engine is running while setting up the

display features.

Suggestion function

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: If equipped

Illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and may differ from the image that is
actually displayed by the head-up display.

Navigation system-linked display area (if equipped)

Displays the following items which are linked to the navigation system:
• Route guidance to destination
• Street name
• Compass (heading-up display)

Driving support system display area (

P.87)

Speed limit/RSA (Road Sign Assist) display area (if equipped)

Displays the following items:
• Speed limit of the current road (linked to the navigation system) (U.S.A. only)
• RSA (Road Sign Assist) display (



P.255)

Driving information display area

Displays the following items:
• Speedometer

Head-up display

The head-up display projects a variety of driving-related information and the
operating state of the driving support systems on the windshield.

System components

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• Shift position/shift range/gear position (

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