LEXUS LC 500 (2019 year). Instruction — part 15

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vehicle speed and that helps reduce
the possibility of further damage due to
a secondary collision

■

TRAC (Traction Control)

Helps to maintain drive power and pre-
vent the drive wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerat-
ing on slippery roads

■

Hill-start assist control

Helps to reduce the backward move-
ment of the vehicle when starting on an
uphill

■

VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steer-
ing) (if equipped)

Adjusts the front wheel turning angle in
accordance with the vehicle speed and
steering wheel movement

■

DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) (if
equipped)

Contributes to the turning characteris-
tics and responsiveness of the vehicle
by slightly adjusting the rear wheel
angle of the vehicle in accordance with
steering wheel movement

■

EPS (Electric Power Steering)

Employs an electric motor to reduce
the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel

■

AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspen-
sion System)

By independently controlling the
damping force of the shock absorbers
for each of the 4 wheels according to
the road and driving conditions, this
system helps riding comfort with supe-
rior vehicle stability, and helps good

vehicle posture.
Also, the damping force changes
depending on the selected driving
mode. (

P.213)

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LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling
system) (if equipped)

Provides integrated control of the
VGRS, DRS and EPS. Contributes to
turning characteristics at low speeds,
responsiveness at medium speeds and
safety at high speeds by controlling the
steering angle of the front and rear
wheels in accordance with the steering
wheel operation and vehicle speed

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VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Inte-
grated Management)

Provides integrated control of the
ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC, hill-
start assist control, EPS, VGRS (if
equipped) and DRS (if equipped) sys-
tems
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when
swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes, engine <hybrid
system> output, steering assist (if
equipped), and steering ratio (if
equipped)

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When the TRAC/VSC/ABS systems are

operating

The slip indicator light will flash while the

TRAC/VSC/ABS systems are operating.

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Disabling the TRAC system

If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow,

the TRAC system may reduce power from

the engine <hybrid system> to the wheels.

Pressing

to turn the system off may

make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in

order to free it.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly press

and release

.

“Traction Control Turned Off” will be shown

on the multi-information display.

Press

again to turn the system back

on.

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Disabling both TRAC and VSC systems

To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off,

press and hold

for more than 3 sec-

onds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on

and the “Traction Control Turned Off” will
be shown on the multi-information display.

*

Press

again to turn the systems back

on.

*

: PCS (Pre-Collision System) will also be

disabled (only Pre-Collision warning is
available). The PCS warning light will
come on and a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
(

P.195)

■

When the message is displayed on the

multi-information display showing that

TRAC has been disabled even if the

has not been pressed

TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your

Lexus dealer.

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Operating conditions of hill-start assist

control

When the following four conditions are met,

the hill-start assist control will operate:

●

The shift position is in a position other

than P or N (when starting off for-

ward/backward on an upward incline).

●

The vehicle is stopped.

●

The accelerator pedal is not depressed.

●

The parking brake is not engaged.

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Automatic system cancelation of hill-

start assist control

The hill-start assist control will turn off in any

of the following situations:

●

The shift position is shifted to P or N.

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed.

●

The parking brake is engaged.

●

2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the

brake pedal is released.

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VGRS is disabled when

VGRS may stop operating in the following

situations.

In this event, the steering wheel may move

from its straight forward position, but it will

return when the system restarts.

●

When the steering wheel is operated for

an extended period of time while the

vehicle is stopped or is moving very

slowly

(on vehicles with LDH, DRS is disabled

together with VGRS)

●

When the steering wheel has been held

fully to the left or right

The center position of the steering wheel

may change when VGRS is disabled. How-

ever, the position will return to normal after

VGRS is reactivated.

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■

When the 12-volt battery is discon-

nected (vehicles with VGRS)

The steering wheel may move from its

straight forward position, but this will be

corrected automatically when driving.

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Sounds and vibrations caused by the

ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC, hill-start

assist control and VGRS systems

●

A sound may be heard from the engine

compartment when the brake pedal is

depressed repeatedly, when the engine is

started or just after the vehicle begins to

move. This sound does not indicate that a

malfunction has occurred in any of these

systems.

●

Any of the following conditions may

occur when the above systems are oper-

ating. None of these indicates that a mal-

function has occurred.

• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle

body and steering.

• A motor sound may be heard after the

vehicle comes to a stop.

■

ECB operating sound

ECB operating sound may be heard in the

following cases, but it does not indicate that

a malfunction has occurred.

●

Operating sound heard from the engine

compartment when the brake pedal is

operated.

●

Motor sound of the brake system heard

from the front part of the vehicle when

the driver’s door is opened.

●

Operating sound heard from the engine

compartment when one or two minutes

passed after the stop of the engine

<hybrid system>.

■

EPS, VGRS and DRS operation sound

When the steering wheel is operated, a

motor sound (whirring sound) may be

heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

■

Automatic reactivation of TRAC and

VSC systems

After turning the TRAC and VSC systems

off, the systems will be automatically re-

enabled in the following situations:

●

When the engine switch <power switch>

is turned off

●

If only the TRAC system is turned off, the

TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed

increases

If both the TRAC and VSC systems are

turned off, automatic re-enabling will not

occur when vehicle speed increases.

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Secondary Collision Brake operating

conditions

The vehicle speed is approximately 6 mph

(10 km/h) or more and the airbag sensor

detects a collision. (The Secondary Colli-

sion Brake will not operate when the vehicle

speed is below approximately 6 mph [10

km/h].)

■

Secondary Collision Brake automatic

cancellation

The Secondary Collision Brake is automati-

cally canceled in the following situations.

●

The vehicle speed drops below approxi-

mately 6 mph (10 km/h)

●

A certain amount of time elapses during

operation

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed a

large amount

■

If “Secondary Collision Brake system

Malfunction” is displayed on the multi-

information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have

the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer.

■

Reduced effectiveness of the EPS sys-

tem

The effectiveness of the EPS system is

reduced to prevent the system from over-

heating when there is frequent steering

input over an extended period of time. The

steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.

Should this occur, refrain from excessive

steering input or stop the vehicle and turn

the engine <hybrid system> off. The EPS sys-

tem should return to normal within 10 min-

utes.

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WARNING

■

The ABS does not operate effectively

when

●

The limits of tire gripping performance

have been exceeded (such as exces-

sively worn tires on a snow covered

road).

●

The vehicle hydroplanes while driving

at high speed on wet or slick roads.

■

Stopping distance when the ABS is

operating may exceed that of normal

conditions

The ABS is not designed to shorten the

vehicle’s stopping distance. Always main-

tain a safe distance from the vehicle in

front of you, especially in the following

situations:

●

When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-

covered roads

●

When driving over bumps in the road

●

When driving over roads with potholes

or uneven surfaces

■

TRAC/VSC may not operate effec-

tively when

Directional control and power may not

be achievable while driving on slippery

road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC

system is operating.

Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions

where stability and power may be lost.

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Hill- start assist control does not

operate effectively when

●

Do not overly rely on hill-start assist

control. Hill-start assist control may

not operate effectively on steep

inclines and roads covered with ice.

●

Unlike the parking brake, hill-start

assist control is not intended to hold

the vehicle stationary for an extended

period of time. Do not attempt to use

hill-start assist control to hold the vehi-

cle on an incline, as doing so may lead

to an accident.

■

When the TRAC/VSC/ABS is acti-

vated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always

drive carefully. Reckless driving may

cause an accident. Exercise particular

care when the indicator light flashes.

■

When the TRAC/VSC systems are

turned off

Be especially careful and drive at a speed

appropriate to the road conditions. As

these are the systems to help ensure

vehicle stability and driving force, do not

turn the TRAC/VSC systems off unless

necessary.

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Secondary Collision Brake

Do not overly rely on the Secondary Col-

lision Brake. This system is designed to

help reduce the possibility of further

damage due to a secondary collision,

however, that effect changes according

to various conditions. Overly relying on

the system may result in death or serious

injury.

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Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the speci-

fied size, brand, tread pattern and total

load capacity. In addition, make sure that

the tires are inflated to the recom-

mended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will

not function correctly if different tires are

installed on the vehicle.

Contact your Lexus dealer for further

information when replacing tires or

wheels.

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Handling of tires and the suspension

Using tires with any kind of problem or

modifying the suspension will affect the

driving assist systems, and may cause a

system to malfunction.

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4-6.Driving tips

When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the accelera-
tor pedal depression amount can be
generated more smoothly than it is in
normal conditions. In addition, the
operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving the fuel economy.
(

P.213)

The Eco-friendly driving is possible by
keeping the indicate of Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. (

P.78)

Shift the shift position to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driving in
heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift position
to P when parking. When using the N
position, there is no positive effect on
fuel consumption. In the N position, the
gasoline engine operates but electric-
ity cannot be generated. Also, when
using the air conditioning system, etc.,
the hybrid battery (traction battery)
power is consumed.

 Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid

abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion. Gradual acceleration and
deceleration will make more effec-
tive use of the electric motor (trac-
tion motor) without having to use
gasoline engine power.

 Avoid repeated acceleration.

Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery)
power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be
restored by driving with the acceler-
ator pedal slightly released.

Make sure to operate the brakes gently
and in a timely manner. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be
regenerated when slowing down.

Repeated acceleration and decelera-
tion, as well as long waits at traffic
lights, will lead to bad fuel economy.
Check traffic reports before leaving
and avoid delays as much as possible.
When driving in a traffic jam, gently
release the brake pedal to allow the
vehicle to move forward slightly while
avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control
excessive gasoline consumption.

Hybrid vehicle driving tips
(LC500h)

For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the follow-
ing points:

Using Eco drive mode

Use of Hybrid System Indicator

Changing the shift position

Accelerator pedal/brake pedal
operation

When braking

Delays

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Control and maintain the vehicle at a
constant speed. Before stopping at a
toll booth or similar, allow plenty of
time to release the accelerator and
gently apply the brakes. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be
regenerated when slowing down.

Use the air conditioning only when
necessary. Doing so can help reduce
excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient tem-
perature is high, use the recirculated
air mode. Doing so will help to reduce
the burden on the air conditioning sys-
tem and reduce fuel consumption as
well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine
will not automatically cut out until it and
the interior of the vehicle are warm, it
will consume fuel. Also, fuel consump-
tion can be improved by avoiding over-
use of the heater.

Make sure to check the tire inflation
pressure frequently. Improper tire infla-
tion pressure can cause poor fuel
economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large
amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor fuel economy.
Use tires that are appropriate for the
season.

Carrying heavy luggage will lead to
poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying
unnecessary luggage. Installing a large
roof rack will also cause poor fuel
economy.

Since the gasoline engine starts up and
cuts out automatically when cold,
warming up the engine is unnecessary.
Moreover, frequently driving short dis-
tances will cause the engine to repeat-
edly warm up, which can lead to excess
fuel consumption.

Highway driving

Air conditioning

Checking tire inflation pressure

Luggage

Warming up before driving

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 Use fluids that are appropriate to

the prevailing outside temperatures.

• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Power control unit coolant (LC500h)
• Washer fluid

 Have a service technician inspect

the condition of the 12-volt battery.

 Have the vehicle fitted with four

snow tires.

Ensure that all tires are the specified size
and the same brand.

Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:
 Do not try to forcibly open a window

or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.

 When the outside door handle is

frozen, unlock the doors using the
wireless remote control. If the out-
side door handles remain retracted
and do not move even if the doors
are unlocked using the wireless
remote control, pour warm water
over the frozen area to melt the ice
and wipe away the water immedi-
ately to prevent it from freezing. The
outside door handle may not retract
due to ice, however, the outside
door handle will return to the nor-
mal position after the ice melts.

 To ensure proper operation of the

climate control system fan, remove

Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.

Preparation for winter

WARNING

■

Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in a loss of

vehicle control and cause death or seri-

ous injury.

●

Use tires of the specified size.

●

Maintain the recommended level of air

pressure.

●

Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120

km/h), regardless of the type of snow

tires being used.

●

Use snow tires on all, not just some

wheels.

NOTICE

■

Driving with tire chains

Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may

damage the vehicle body and suspen-

sion, and adversely affect driving perfor-

mance.

■

Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request repairs or replacement of snow

tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire

retailers.

This is because the removal and attach-

ment of snow tires affects the operation

of the tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters.

Before driving the vehicle

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any snow that has accumulated on
the air inlet vents in front of the
windshield.

 Check for and remove any excess

ice or snow that may have accumu-
lated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s
roof, chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.

 Remove any snow or mud from the

bottom of your shoes before getting
in the vehicle.

■

To protect the windshield wipers

P.180

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a
safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced
speed suitable to road conditions.

Park the vehicle and shift the shift posi-
tion to P without setting the parking
brake. The parking brake may freeze
up, preventing it from being released. If
the vehicle is parked without setting
the parking brake, make sure to block
the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous
because it may cause the vehicle to
move unexpectedly, possibly leading to
an accident.

Tire chains cannot be mounted.

Snow tires should be used instead.

To enable the windshield wipers to be
lifted when heavy snow or icy condi-
tions are expected, change the rest
position of the windshield wipers from
the retracted position below the hood
to the service position using the wiper
lever. (

P.180)

When driving the vehicle

When parking the vehicle

Selecting tire chains

Windshield wipers

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atures

Interior features

5-1. Remote Touch

Remote Touch. . . . . . .

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5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge

Lexus Climate Concierge. .

246

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

Automatic air conditioning system

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

248

Heated steering wheel/seat heat-

ers/seat ventilators. . . .

255

5-4. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list. . . . . . .

258

5-5. Using the storage features

List of storage features. . .

260

Trunk features. . . . . . . .

262

5-6. Using the other interior features

Other interior features . . ...

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Garage door opener. . . ...

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5-1. Remote Touch

5-1.Remote Touch

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Switches

“MAP” button

Press to display the current location.

“MENU” button

Press to display the menu screen.

Back button

Press to display the previous screen.

Touchpad

Slide your finger on the touchpad and
move the pointer to select a function, letter
and screen button.
Press the touchpad to enter the selected
function, letter or screen button. Certain
finger movements on the touchpad can
perform functions, such as changing map
scalings and scrolling list screens.

Sub function button

When

is displayed on the screen, a

function screen assigned to the screen can

be displayed.

■

Using the touchpad

1

Select: Touch the touchpad to
select the desired button on the
screen.

2

Enter: The buttons on the screen
can be selected by either depress-
ing or double tapping on the touch-
pad. Once a button has been
selected, the screen will change.

■

Touch operation

Operations are performed by touching
the touchpad with your finger.
 Trace

Trace the pad surface while maintaining
contact with the touchpad. Moving the
cursor and the pointer.

 Double tap

Tap the touchpad twice, quickly. Select the
button on the screen.

Remote Touch

The Remote Touch can be used to
operate the Center Display.
For details on the Remote touch,
refer to the “NAVIGATION SYS-
TEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Remote Touch operation

A

B

C

D

E

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 Flick

Quick and long movement along the
touchpad with your finger. Move the list
screen.

 Pinch in/Pinch out

Slide fingers toward each other or apart on
the touchpad. Change the scale of the
map.

■

Menu screen

Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch to display the menu
screen.
The display may differ depending on
the type of the system.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the Remote

Touch

Observe the following precautions. Fail-

ure to do so may cause damage to the

Remote Touch.

●

Do not allow the Remote Touch to

come into contact with food, liquid,

stickers or lit cigarettes.

●

Do not subject the Remote Touch to

excessive pressure or strong impact.

●

Do not push the touchpad with a

strong force or use a sharp pointed

object to operate the pad.

Center Display overview

Switch

Function

Select to display the “Destina-
tion” screen.

*1

Select to display the audio con-
trol screen.

*1

Select to display the hands-free
control screen.

*1

Select to display the “Apps”
screen.

*1, 2

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*1

: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

*2

: This function is not made available on

some models.

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Split-screen display

Different information can be displayed on the left and right of the screen. For
example, air conditioning system screen can be displayed and operated while the
fuel consumption information screen is being displayed. The large screen on the
left of the display is called the main display, and the small screen to the right is
called the side display.

■

Main display

For details about the functions and
operation of the main display, refer to
the respective section and “NAVIGA-
TION SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN-
UAL”.

■

Side display

The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.

Select

or

to display the desired

screen.

When an Apple CarPlay con-
nection is established and this
button displays “Apple Car-
Play”, select to display the home
screen of Apple CarPlay.

*1, 2

Select to display the information
screen.

*1

(

P.96, 98)

Select to display the “Setup”
screen.

*1

Select to display the air condi-
tioning control screen. (

P.251)

Switch

Function

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Navigation system

*

Audio

*

Vehicle information (

P.99)

Air conditioning system (

P.252)

Show/hide the side display

*

: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■

Screen display during low temperatures

When the ambient temperature is

extremely low, screen response may be

delayed even if the Remote Touch is oper-

ated.

A
B
C
D

E

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5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge

5-2.Lexus Climate Concierge

Select

The indicator on the Lexus Climate Con-
cierge control screen illuminates, and the
automatic air conditioning system, seat
heaters and ventilators, and heated steer-
ing wheel operate in automatic mode.
If any of the system is operated manually,
the indicator turns off. However, all other
functions continue to operate in automatic
mode.

■

When using the Lexus Climate Con-

cierge

Lexus Climate Concierge can be operated

on the sub function menu or option control

screen. (

P.251)

■

Automatic air conditioning system
(

P.248)

The temperature can be adjusted indi-
vidually for the driver seat and passen-
ger seat.

■

Seat heaters and ventilators (if
equipped) (

P.255)

Heating or ventilation is automatically
selected according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the
outside temperature, etc.
The seat heater and ventilator of the
front passenger seat operate in auto-
matic mode if a passenger is detected.

■

Heated steering wheel (if
equipped) (

P.255)

Heated steering wheel operates auto-
matically according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the
outside temperature, etc.

Lexus Climate Concierge

The seat heaters (if equipped), seat
ventilators (if equipped) and heated
steering wheel (if equipped) are
each automatically controlled
according to the set temperature of
the air conditioning system, the out-
side and cabin temperature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge allows a
comfortable condition to be main-
tained without adjusting each sys-
tem.
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch and select “Climate”
to display the air conditioning con-
trol screen. Then, select

on the

sub menu (

P.251) to display the

Lexus Climate Concierge control
screen.

Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge

Operation of each system

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atures

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Seat heater/ventilator operation

When automatic mode is selected using the

seat heater/ventilator switch, passenger

detection is not performed.