Lexus LS500h (2023 year). Manual in english - page 2

P.50)

Open the cover.

Insert the tab into the slit of
the cover.

The cover will be held open.



With flexible lower attachments

Latch the hooks of the lower
attachments onto the LATCH
anchors.
For owners in Canada:
The symbol on a child restraint sys-
tem indicates the presence of a
lower connector system.

Canada only

1-2. Child safety

For safety and security



With rigid lower attachments

Latch the buckles onto the LATCH
anchors.
For owners in Canada:
The symbol on a child restraint sys-
tem indicates the presence of a
lower connector system.

Canada only

If the child restraint has a top tether
strap, follow the child restraint man-
ufacturer’s operation manual
regarding the installation, using the
top tether strap to latch onto the
top tether strap anchor. (



P.57)

After installing the child restraint
system, rock it back and forth to
ensure that it is installed securely.
(



P.55)

■

Laws and regulations pertaining to

anchors

The LATCH system conforms to

FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.

Child restraint systems conforming to

FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications

can be used.

This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE

J1819.

■

Anchor brackets (for top tether
strap)

Anchor brackets are provided for each
rear seat.
Use anchor brackets when fixing the
top tether strap.

WARNING

■

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

●

When using the LATCH anchors, be

sure that there are no foreign objects

around the anchors and that the seat

belt is not caught behind the child

restraint system.

●

Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

●

When securing some types of child

restraint systems in rear seats, it may

not be possible to properly use the

seat belts in positions next to the child

restraint without interfering with it or

affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be

sure your seat belt fits snugly across

your shoulder and low on your hips. If it

does not, or if it interferes with the

child restraint, move to a different posi-

tion. Failure to do so may result in

death or serious injury.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

Using an anchor bracket (for top
tether strap)

1-2. Child safety



Outboard rear seats

Anchor brackets
Top tether strap



Rear center seat

Anchor bracket
Top tether strap

■

Fixing the top tether strap to the
anchor bracket

Install the child restraint system in
accordance to the operation manual
enclosed with the child restraint sys-
tem.
Open the anchor bracket cover, latch
the hook onto the anchor bracket and
tighten the top tether strap.

Make sure the top tether strap is securely
latched. (

P.55)



Outboard rear seats

Hook
Top tether strap

Adjust the head restraint to the lowest
position.



Rear center seat

Hook
Top tether strap

■

Laws and regulations pertaining to

anchors

The LATCH system conforms to

FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.

Child restraint systems conforming to

FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications

can be used.

This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE

J1819.

A
B

1-2. Child safety

For safety and security

WARNING

■

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

●

Firmly attach the top tether strap and

make sure that the belt is not twisted.

●

Do not attach the top tether strap to

anything other than the anchor

bracket.

●

Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

●

Be sure to have the top tether strap

pass over the top of the head restraint.

If the belt passes below the head

restraint, it is possible that the child

restraint system may not be securely

fixed.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

NOTICE

■

Anchor brackets (for top tether

strap)

When not in use, make certain to close

the lid. If it remains open, the lid may be

damaged.

1-3. Connected Services

1-3.Connected Services

“SOS” button

LED light indicators
Microphone

Subscribers have the following Safety
Connect services available:



Automatic Collision Notification

Helps drivers receive necessary response
from emergency service providers.
(

: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2



Stolen Vehicle Location

Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft.
(



Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)

Connects drivers to response-center sup-
port. (





Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Provides drivers various on-road assis-
tance. (

After you have signed the Telematics
Subscription Service Agreement and
are enrolled, you can begin receiving
services.
A variety of subscription terms is avail-
able for purchase. Contact your Lexus
dealer, call the following or push the
“SOS” button in your vehicle for fur-
ther subscription details.



The United States

1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987)



Canada

Safety Connect

Safety Connect is a subscrip-
tion-based telematics service that
uses Global Positioning System
(GPS) data and embedded cellular
technology to provide safety and
security features to subscribers.
Safety Connect is supported by
Lexus’ designated response center,
which operates 24 hours per day, 7
days per week.

Safety Connect service is available
by subscription on select, telemat-
ics hardware-equipped vehicles.

By using the Safety Connect ser-
vice, you are agreeing to be bound
by the Telematics Subscription Ser-
vice Agreement and its Terms and
Conditions, as in effect and
amended from time to time, a cur-
rent copy of which is available at
Lexus.com. All use of the Safety
Connect service is subject to such
then-applicable Terms and Condi-
tions.

System components

Services

Subscription

B
C

1-3. Connected Services

For safety and security

1-800-26-LEXUS (1-800-265-3987)



Puerto Rico

1-877-539-8777

■

Safety Connect Services Information

●

Phone calls using the vehicles Blue-
tooth

technology will not be possible

during Safety Connect.

●

Safety Connect is available beginning Fall

2009 on select Lexus models (in the

contiguous United States only). Contact

with the Safety Connect response center

is dependent upon the telematics device

being in operative condition, cellular con-

nection availability, and GPS satellite sig-

nal reception, which can limit the ability to

reach the response center or receive

emergency service support. Enrollment

and Telematics Subscription Service

Agreement required. A variety of sub-

scription terms is available; charges vary

by subscription term selected and loca-

tion.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle

Location will function in the United

States, including Hawaii and Alaska,

Puerto Rico and in Canada, and

Enhanced Roadside Assistance will func-

tion in the United States, Puerto Rico and

in Canada.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle and

Enhanced Road Assistance will not func-

tion in the United States Virgin Islands.

For vehicles first sold in the USVI, no

Safety Connect services will function in

and outside the United States Virgin

Islands.

●

Safety Connect services are not subject

to section 255 of the Telecommunica-

tions Act and the device is not TTY com-

patible.

■

Languages

The Safety Connect response center will

offer support in multiple languages. The

Safety Connect system will offer voice

prompts in English, Spanish, and French.

Please indicate your language of choice

when enrolling.

■

When contacting the response center

You may be unable to contact the response

center if the network is busy.

When the power switch is turned to
ON mode, the red indicator light
comes on for 2 seconds then turns off.
Afterward, the green indicator light
comes on, indicating that the service is
active.
The following indicator light patterns
indicate specific system usage condi-
tions:



Green indicator light on = Active
service



Green indicator light flashing =
Safety Connect call in process



Red indicator light (except at vehi-
cle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)



No indicator light (off) = Safety
Connect service not active

■

Automatic Collision Notification

In case of either airbag deployment or
severe rear-end collision, the system is
designed to automatically call the
response center. The responding agent
receives the vehicle’s location and
attempts to speak with the vehicle
occupants to assess the level of emer-
gency. If the occupants are unable to
communicate, the agent automatically

Safety Connect LED light Indi-
cators

Safety Connect services

1-3. Connected Services

treats the call as an emergency, con-
tacts the nearest emergency services
provider to describe the situation, and
requests that assistance be sent to the
location.

■

Stolen Vehicle Location

If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect
can work with local authorities to assist
them in locating and recovering the
vehicle. After filing a police report, call
the Safety Connect response center at
1-800-25-LEXUS
(1-800-255-3987) in the United
States, 1-877-539-8777 in Puerto
Rico or 1-800-265-3987 in Canada,
and follow the prompts for Safety Con-
nect to initiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforce-
ment with recovery of a stolen vehicle,
Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle
location data may, under certain cir-
cumstances, be shared with third par-
ties to locate your vehicle. Further
information is available at Lexus.com.

■

Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)

In the event of an emergency on the
road, push the “SOS” button to reach
the Safety Connect response center.
The answering agent will determine
your vehicle’s location, assess the
emergency, and dispatch the neces-
sary assistance required.

If you accidentally press the “SOS” button,
tell the response-center agent that you are
not experiencing an emergency.

■

Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds

GPS data to the already included war-
ranty-based Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” but-
ton to reach a Safety Connect
response-center agent, who can help
with a wide range of needs, such as:
towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a
description of the Roadside Assistance
services and their limitations, please
see the Safety Connect Terms and
Conditions, which are available at
Lexus.com.

Important! Read this information about
exposure to radio frequency signals
before using Safety Connect;
The Safety Connect system installed in
your vehicle is a low-power radio trans-
mitter and receiver. It receives and also
sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Commu-
nications Commission (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety lev-
els for mobile wireless phones. Those
guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by the
following U.S. and international stan-
dards bodies.



ANSI (American National Stan-
dards Institute) C95.1 [1992]



NCRP (National Council on Radia-
tion Protection and Measurement)
Report 86 [1986]



ICNIRP (International Commission
on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protec-

Safety information for Safety
Connect

1-4. Hybrid system

1-4.Hybrid system

■

System components

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Gasoline engine
Electric motor (traction motor)

■

When stopped/during start off

The gasoline engine stops

when the

vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives
the vehicle. At slow speeds or when
traveling down a gentle slope, the
engine is stopped

and the electric

motor (traction motor) is used.
When the shift position is in N, the

hybrid battery (traction battery) is not
being charged.

: When the hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery) requires charging or the engine is
warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will
not automatically stop.

■

During normal driving

The gasoline engine is predominantly
used. The electric motor (traction
motor) charges the hybrid battery

Hybrid system features

Your vehicle is a hybrid electric vehicle. It has characteristics different from
conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics
of your vehicle, and operate it with care.

The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor
(traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and
reducing exhaust emissions.

System components

A
B

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

(traction battery) as necessary.

■

When accelerating sharply

When the accelerator pedal is
depressed heavily, the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
added to that of the gasoline engine via
the electric motor (traction motor).

■

When braking (regenerative brak-
ing)

The wheels operate the electric motor
(traction motor) as a power generator,
and the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is charged.

■

Regenerative braking

In the following situations, kinetic energy is

converted to electric energy and decelera-

tion force can be obtained in conjunction

with the recharging of the hybrid battery

(traction battery).

●

The accelerator pedal is released while

driving with the shift position in D or M.

●

The brake pedal is depressed while driv-

ing with the shift position in D or M.

■

EV indicator

The EV indicator comes on when the vehi-

cle is driven using only the electric motor

(traction motor) or the gasoline engine is

stopped.

■

Conditions in which the gasoline engine

may not stop

The gasoline engine starts and stops auto-

matically. 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 bat-

tery (traction battery) is high or low

●

When the heater is switched on

●

When the shift position is in M

Depending on the circumstances, the gaso-

line engine may also not stop automatically

in other situations.

■

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 (traction

battery) will slowly discharge. For this rea-

son, be sure to drive the vehicle at least

once every few months for at least 30 min-

utes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery) becomes fully

discharged and you are unable to start the

hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.

■

Charging the 12-volt battery



P.476

■

After the 12-volt battery has discharged

or when the terminal has been removed

and installed during exchange, etc.

The gasoline engine may not stop even if

the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery). If this continues for a

few days, contact your Lexus dealer.

■

Sounds and vibrations specific to a

hybrid electric vehicle

Because there is no engine sound or vibra-

tion, it is easy to mistake the hybrid electric

vehicle for being off when it is actually still

running, as indicated by the “READY” indi-

cator being illuminated. For safety, make

sure to always shift the shift position to P

and apply the parking brake when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may

occur when the hybrid system is operating

and are not a malfunction:

●

Motor sounds may be heard from the

engine compartment.

●

Relay operating sounds such as a snap or

soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid

1-4. Hybrid system

battery (traction battery), behind the rear

seats, when the hybrid system is started

or stopped.

●

Sounds may be heard from the hybrid

battery (traction battery) behind the rear

seats when the hybrid system starts or

stops.

●

Sounds from the hybrid system may be

heard when the trunk lid is open.

●

Sounds may be heard from the transmis-

sion when the gasoline engine starts or

stops, when driving at low speeds, or

during idling.

●

Engine sounds may be heard when

accelerating sharply.

●

Sounds may be heard due to regenera-

tive braking when the brake pedal is

depressed or as the accelerator pedal is

released.

●

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 both sides of

the rear seatback.

■

Maintenance, repair, recycling, and dis-

posal

Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main-

tenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do

not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.509)

When driving with the gasoline engine
stopped, a sound, which changes in
accordance with the driving speed, will
be played in order to warn people
nearby of the vehicle’s approach. The
sound will stop when the vehicle speed
exceeds approximately 22 mph (35
km/h).

■

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System

In the following cases, the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System may be difficult for sur-

rounding people to hear.

●

In very noisy areas

●

In the wind or the rain

Also, as the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-

tem is installed on the front of the vehicle, it

may be more difficult to hear from the rear

of the vehicle compared to the front.

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-
tem

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Warning label
Power control unit
Electric motor (traction motor)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Service plug
High voltage cables (orange)
Air conditioning compressor

■

Running out of fuel

When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the

hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the

vehicle with at least enough gasoline to

make the low fuel level warning light

(



P.460) go off. If there is only a small

amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not

be able to start. (The standard amount of

fuel is about 3.4 gal. [13 L, 2.8 Imp. gal.],

when the vehicle is on a level surface. This

value may vary when the vehicle is on a

slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is

inclined.)

■

Electromagnetic waves

●

High voltage parts and cables on hybrid

electric vehicles incorporate electro-

magnetic shielding, and therefore emit

approximately the same amount of elec-

Hybrid system precautions

Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high voltage system (about
650 V at maximum) as well as contains parts that become extremely hot when
the hybrid system is operating. Obey the warning labels attached to the vehi-
cle.

System components

A
B
C
D

E
F

1-4. Hybrid system

tromagnetic waves as conventional gaso-

line powered vehicles or home electronic

appliances.

●

Your vehicle may cause sound interfer-

ence in some third party-produced radio

parts.

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a

limited service life. The lifespan of the

hybrid battery (traction battery) can

change in accordance with driving style and

driving conditions.

■

Starting the hybrid system in an

extremely cold environment

When the hybrid battery (traction battery)

is extremely cold (below approximately

-22°F [-30°C]) 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 tem-

perature of the hybrid battery increases due

to the outside temperature increase etc.

WARNING

■

High voltage precautions

This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC

systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC

and AC high voltage is very dangerous

and can cause severe burns and electric

shock that may result in death or serious

injury.

●

Never touch, disassemble, remove or

replace the high voltage parts, cables

or their connectors.

●

The hybrid system will become hot

after starting as the system uses high

voltage. Be careful of both the high

voltage and the high temperature, and

always obey the warning labels

attached to the vehicle.

●

Never try to open the service plug

access hole located behind the rear

seat. The service plug is used only

when the vehicle is serviced and is

subject to high voltage.

■

Road accident cautions

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of death or serious injury:

●

Stop the vehicle in a safe place to pre-

vent subsequent accidents. While

depressing the brake pedal, apply the

parking brake and shift the shift posi-

tion to P to stop the hybrid system.

Then, slowly release the brake pedal.

●

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 elec-

tric wires.

●

Do not touch the battery if liquid is

leaking from or adhering to it.

If electrolyte (carbonate ester-based

organic electrolyte) from the hybrid

battery (traction battery) comes into

contact with the eyes or skin, it could

cause blindness or skin wounds. In the

unlikely event that it comes into con-

tact with the eyes or skin, wash it off

immediately with a large amount of

water, and seek immediate medical

attention.

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

WARNING

●

If electrolyte is leaking from the hybrid

battery (traction battery), do not

approach the vehicle.

Even in the unlikely event that the

hybrid battery (traction battery) is

damaged, the internal construction of

the battery will prevent a large amount

of electrolyte from leaking out. How-

ever, any electrolyte that does leak out

will give off a vapor. This vapor is an

irritant to skin and eyes and could

cause acute poisoning if inhaled.

●

Do not bring burning or high-tem-

perature items close to the electrolyte.

The electrolyte may ignite and cause a

fire.

●

If a fire occurs in the hybrid electric

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 connected to the electric

motor (traction motor) are on the

ground when towing, the motor may

continue to generate electricity. This

may cause a fire. (



P.451)

●

Carefully inspect the ground under the

vehicle. If you find that liquid has

leaked onto the ground, the fuel sys-

tem may have been damaged. Leave

the vehicle as soon as possible.

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

●

Your vehicle contains a sealed lith-

ium-ion battery.

●

Never resell, hand over or modify the

hybrid battery. To prevent accidents,

hybrid batteries that have been

removed from a disposed vehicle are

collected through your Lexus dealer.

Do not dispose of the battery yourself.

Unless the battery is properly collected,
the following may occur, resulting in
death or serious injury:
• The hybrid battery may be illegally dis-

posed of or dumped, and it is hazard-

ous to the environment or someone

may touch a high voltage part, result-

ing in an electric shock.

• The hybrid battery is intended to be

used exclusively with your hybrid elec-

tric vehicle. If the hybrid battery is used

outside of your vehicle or modified in

any way, accidents such as electric

shock, heat generation, smoke gener-

ation, an explosion and electrolyte

leakage may occur.

When reselling or handing over your
vehicle, the possibility of an accident is
extremely high because the person
receiving the vehicle may not be aware
of these dangers.

●

If your vehicle is disposed of without

the hybrid battery having been

removed, there is a danger of serious

electric shock if high voltage parts,

cables and their connectors are

touched. In the event that your vehicle

must be disposed of, the hybrid battery

must be disposed of by your Lexus

dealer or a qualified service shop. If

the hybrid battery is not disposed of

properly, it may cause electric shock

that can result in death or serious

injury.

1-4. Hybrid system

There are air intake vents on each side
of the rear seatback with the purpose
of cooling the hybrid battery (traction
battery).
If the vents are blocked, it may interfere
with the cooling of the hybrid battery
(traction battery).

If input/output of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) becomes limited and the dis-
tance that the vehicle can be driven using
the electric motor (traction motor) is
reduced, the fuel economy may be
reduced.

When a certain level of impact is
detected by the impact sensor, the
emergency shut off system blocks the
high voltage current and stops the fuel
pump to minimize the risk of electrocu-
tion and fuel leakage. If the emergency
shut off system activates, your vehicle
will not restart. To restart the hybrid
system, contact your Lexus dealer.

A message is automatically displayed
when a malfunction occurs in the
hybrid system or an improper opera-
tion is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on the
multi-information display, read the
message and follow the instructions.

NOTICE

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

Do not carry large amounts of water

such as water cooler bottles in the vehi-

cle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery

(traction battery), the battery may be

damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by

your Lexus dealer.

Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) air intake vents

NOTICE

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery) air

intake vents

●

Make sure not to block the air intake

vent with anything, such as a seat

cover, plastic cover, or luggage.

The input/output of the hybrid battery

(traction battery) may be restricted,

leading to a reduction in hybrid battery

(traction battery) output and a mal-

function.

●

Periodically clean the air intake vents

to prevent them from clogging.

(

P.437)

●

Do not get water or foreign materials

in the air intake vents as this may cause

a short circuit and damage the hybrid

battery (traction battery).

Emergency shut off system

Hybrid warning message

1-5. Theft deterrent system

1-5.Theft deterrent system

The indicator light flashes after the
power switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the power switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or ON mode to indi-
cate that the system has been can-
celed.

■

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type

immobilizer system.

■

Conditions that may cause the system to

malfunction

●

If the grip portion of the key is in contact

with a metallic object

●

If the key is in close proximity to or touch-

ing a key to the security system (key with

a built-in transponder chip) of another

vehicle

Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in tran-
sponder chips that prevent the
hybrid system from starting if a key
has not been previously registered
in the vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security
against all vehicle thefts.

Operating the system

NOTICE

■

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

1-5. Theft deterrent system

For safety and security

■

Items to check before locking the
vehicle

To prevent unexpected triggering of
the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following:



Nobody is in the vehicle.



The windows and moon roof are
closed before the alarm is set.



No valuables or other personal
items are left in the vehicle.

■

Setting

Close the doors, trunk and hood, and

lock all the doors. The system will be
set automatically after 30 seconds.

The indicator light changes from being on
to flashing when the system is set.

■

Deactivating or stopping

Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarms:



Except for Canada: Unlock the
doors.



Except for Canada: Open the trunk.



For Canada: Unlock the doors or
open the trunk using the entry func-
tion or wireless remote control.



Turn the power switch to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode, or start the
hybrid system. (The alarm will be
deactivated or stopped after a few
seconds.)

■

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type

alarm system.

■

Triggering of the alarm

The alarm may be triggered in the following

situations:

(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm

system.)

●

For Canada: The doors are unlocked

using the mechanical key.

Alarm

The alarm uses light and sound to
give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the follow-
ing situations when the alarm is set:



Except for Canada: A locked
door or trunk is unlocked or
opened in any way other than
using the entry function, wireless
remote control or mechanical
key. (The doors will lock again
automatically.)



For Canada: A locked door or
trunk is unlocked or opened in
any way other than using the
entry function or wireless remote
control. (The doors will lock again
automatically.)



The hood is opened.

Setting/deactivating/stopping
the alarm system

1-5. Theft deterrent system

●

For Canada: The trunk is opened using

the mechanical key.

●

A person inside the vehicle opens a door,

the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle.

●

The 12-volt battery is recharged or

replaced when the vehicle is locked.

(

P.480)

■

Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, depending on the sit-

uation, the door may automatically lock to

prevent improper entry into the vehicle:

●

When a person remaining in the vehicle

unlocks the door and the alarm is acti-

vated.

●

While the alarm is activated, a person

remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.

NOTICE

■

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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meter location.

Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.

Warning lights

(U.S.A.)

Brake system warning light

(



(red)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light

(



(yellow)

Brake system warning light

(



High coolant temperature
warning light

(

Hybrid system overheat warn-
ing light

(

Charging system warning
light

(



Low traction battery warning
light

(



Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light

(

(U.S.A.)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(



(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(



SRS warning light

(



Pop Up Hood warning light

(



(U.S.A.)

ABS warning light

(



(Canada)

ABS warning light

(



Inappropriate pedal operation
warning light

(



(red)

Electric power steering system
warning light

(



(yellow)

Electric power steering system
warning light

(



Low fuel level warning light
(

Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light
(

P.461)

Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
(



P.461)

Tire pressure warning light

(

(orange)

LTA indicator (

Intuitive parking assist OFF
indicator

(



(flashes or

illuminates)

RCD OFF indicator (

(flashes or

illuminates)

PKSB OFF indicator

(

P.463)

(flashes or

illuminates)

PCS warning light

(



P.463)

Slip indicator

(



P.463)

2-1. Instrument cluster

: These lights come on when the power

switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a
system if the lights do not come on, or
turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

: Refer to “Lexus Teammate Advanced

Drive OWNER’S MANUAL” at
Lexus.com.

The indicators inform the driver of the

operating state of the vehicle’s various
systems.

(flashes)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.464)

(flashes)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.464)

(flashes)

Brake hold operated indicator

(



P.464)

Advanced Drive warning light
(if equipped)

*1, 3

WARNING

■

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

available to help protect you in an acci-

dent, which could result in death or seri-

ous injury. Have the vehicle inspected by

your Lexus dealer immediately if this

occurs.

Indicators

Turn signal indicator (



P.182)

(U.S.A.)

Headlight indicator (

P.187)

(Canada)

Tail light indicator (

P.187)

Headlight high beam indicator
(

P.189)

AHB indicator (



P.190)

PCS warning light

*1, 2

(



P.213,

226)
Cruise control indicator
(

P.262)

Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator (

P.262)

Cruise control “SET” indicator
(

LTA indicator (

BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators

*1, 4

(



P.274, 289)

BSM OFF indicator

*1, 2

(

P.274)

Intuitive parking assist OFF
indicator

*1, 2

(

P.281)

RCTA OFF indicator

*1, 2

(

P.289)

RCD OFF indicator

(

P.294)

PKSB OFF indicator

*1, 2

(

P.298)

(flashes)

Slip indicator

(



P.338)

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

Drive mode indicators

: These lights come on when the power

: This light comes on when the system is

turned off.

: Depending on the operating condition,

the color and illuminating/flashing state
of the light change.

: This light illuminates on the outside rear

view mirrors.

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

: When the outside temperature is

approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, this
indicator will flash for approximately 10
seconds, then stay on.

: This light illuminates on the center

panel.

: Refer to “Lexus Teammate Advanced

Drive OWNER’S MANUAL” at
Lexus.com.

VSC OFF indicator

*1, 2

(



P.338)

High mode indicator (



P.335)

Smart access system with
push-button start indicator

(



P.169)

“READY” indicator (



P.169)

EV drive mode indicator
(



P.173)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.183)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.183)

Brake hold standby indicator

(



P.185)

Brake hold operated indicator

(



P.185)

EV indicator (

P.65)

Low outside temperature indi-
cator

(

P.80)

Security indicator

(

P.72,

73)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator

*1, 7

(

P.42)

Advanced Drive indicator (if
equipped)

Snow mode indicator (

P.179)

Normal mode indicator
(

Custom mode indicator
(

Comfort mode indicator
(

Eco drive mode indicator
(



Sport S mode indicator
(



Sport S+ mode indicator
(



2-1. Instrument cluster

■

Locations of gauges and meters



Vehicles without Advanced Drive

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Odometer and trip meter display (



P.83)

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (



P.82)

This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to
show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (



P.87, 332)

Speedometer
Clock

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



P.381)

Shift position indicator (

P.177)

Shift range/gear position (



P.175)

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Multi-information display

Gauges and meters

Meter display

B
C

E
F

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Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



P.84)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (



P.467)



Vehicles with Advanced Drive

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Odometer and trip meter display (



P.83)

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (



P.82)

This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to
show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (



P.87, 332)

Speedometer
Clock

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



P.381)

Shift position indicator (

P.177)

Shift range/gear position (



P.175)

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



P.84)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (



P.467)

A
B

2-1. Instrument cluster

■

Hybrid System Indicator

Charge area

Shows regeneration

status.

Regenerated energy will be used to charge
the hybrid battery (traction battery).

Hybrid Eco area

Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop
and restart under various conditions.

Eco area

Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an
Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the bar display within Eco area,
more Eco-friendly driving can be achieved.

Power area

Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is
being exceeded (during full power driving
etc.)

: When used in this manual, regeneration

refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into
electrical energy.

■

Displayed items when using Advanced

Drive (if equipped)

When using Advanced Drive, the displayed

items and their location will differ. Refer to

“Lexus Teammate Advanced Drive

OWNER’S MANUAL” at Lexus.com for

details.

■

Engine speed

On hybrid electric vehicles, engine speed is

precisely controlled in order to help

improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust

emissions etc.

There are times when the engine speed that

is displayed may differ even when vehicle

operation and driving conditions are the

same.

■

Hybrid System Indicator is displayed

when

The Hybrid System Indicator is displayed in

the following situations:

●

The shift position is in D or M.

●

When the tachometer setting is set to

change according to the driving mode

and a driving mode other than sport

mode is selected

●

When the tachometer setting is set to

always display the Hybrid System Indica-

tor

However, the Hybrid System Indicator will

not be displayed when the analog and digi-
tal speedometers are both enabled on

of the multi-information display. (

■

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.85

■

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.

■

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

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.

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.483)

Odometer and trip meter dis-
play

Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

2-1. Instrument cluster

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

■

Display

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.



Vehicles without Advanced Drive



Vehicles with Advanced Drive

■

Menu icons

The menu icons will be displayed by
pressing

of the meter con-

trol switch.

Multi-information display

Display and menu icons

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: Vehicles without Advanced Drive

■

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.

: 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
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 “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MAN-
UAL”.

■

Display items

Press

of the meter control

switch and select

. Then press

to display the following items:



Drive information 1



Drive information 2



Energy monitor (

P.93)



Tire pressure (



P.423)



Display off

Driving information display
(

P.85)

Navigation system-linked dis-
play (

P.86)

Audio system-linked display
(

P.86)

Driving support system infor-
mation display

(

Warning message display
(

Settings display (

WARNING

■

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.83

Changing the meter display

Content of driving information

2-1. Instrument cluster

■

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

• 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 hybrid system 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 hybrid system start



Elapsed time

After reset: Displays elapsed time since the
display was reset

After start: Displays elapsed time since
hybrid system start



Distance

Driving range: Displays driving range with
remaining fuel

*2, 3

After start: Displays the distance driven
since hybrid system 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 power switch
off. If the vehicle is refueled without
turning the power switch off, the display
may not be updated.

Select to display the following naviga-
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.91)

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

Navigation system-linked dis-
play

Audio system-linked display

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meter control switches.

Select to display the operational status
of the following systems:

Vehicles without Advanced Drive: Dis-
played by pressing the

meter

control switch to select

Vehicles with Advanced Drive: Displayed
on the multi-information display in the cen-
ter of the meter.



LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (



P.237,

250)



Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range (



P.262)



RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if
equipped) (



P.259)

■

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

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.86) 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.



Tachometer setting

Select to set the display of the Hybrid Sys-
tem Indicator or tachometer for each driv-
ing mode.



EV indicator

Select to enable/disable the EV indicator.



Default setting

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

■

Vehicle functions and settings that
can be changed