2023 Lexus LC500 Owner’s Manual

The 2023 Lexus LC500 is the pinnacle of luxury and speed in a car. Its stunning design and impressive power go together perfectly. This stunning coupe is proof of Lexus’s unwavering dedication to pushing the limits of automotive excellence. It has a powerful 5.0-liter V8 engine that provides thrilling acceleration and an intoxicating exhaust note. Its carefully designed interior is an oasis of luxury, with high-end materials, cutting-edge technology, and an unmatched attention to detail. The improved chassis and suspension systems of the LC500 make it even more dynamic. Whether you’re driving on winding roads or going on a grand tour, the car will feel stable and thrilling. The 2023 Lexus LC500 is a beautiful work of art that marks the pinnacle of automotive perfection in a world where mechanical genius meets high-end car design.

Hybrid system (LC500h)

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.
In addition to the conventional system, exclusive control is performed for four driving conditions (starting off, accelerating, low-speed driving and high-speed cruising) to optimize the drive force and fuel efficiency, allowing for a more powerful drive and higher fuel efficiency.

System components

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

• A Gasoline engine
• B 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. When the accelerator pedal is only lightly depressed, such as when travelling on a level surface or 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 battery) 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
  (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 deceleration 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.
• While the GPF system (P.259) is operating to regenerate the exhaust gas filter, the hybrid battery (traction battery) may not be recharged.
• 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 automatically. However, it may not stop auto-
  matically in the following conditions*:
• During gasoline engine warm-up
  During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
• When the temperature of the hybrid 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 gasoline 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 reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 16 km (10 miles). If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully dis-charged and you are unable to start the hybrid system, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
• 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 battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
• 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.
  • Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
  • Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid battery (traction battery), behind the rear seats, when the hybrid system is started or stopped.
  • Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
  • Sounds may be heard from the transmission 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 regenerative braking when the brake pedal is depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.
  • Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
  • Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents under the rear seats.
  • Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
    Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
  • Customization
    Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV indicator) can be changed.

Engine immobilizer system <Immobilizer system>

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine <hybrid system> from start-ing 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
The indicator light flashes after the engine switch <power switch> has been turned off to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after the engine switch <power switch> has been turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode <ON mode> to indicate that the system has been cancelled.

System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system <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 touching a key registered to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

Alarm

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

• A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry function or wireless remote control. (The door will lock again automatically.)
• The hood is opened.
• The intrusion sensor detects something moving inside the vehicle. (Example: an intruder breaks a window and gets into the vehicle.)
• The tilt sensor detects a change of vehicle inclination.

Setting/cancelling/stopping the alarm system
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 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 both side doors using the entry function or wireless remote control. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is set.

Cancelling or stopping
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
Unlock the doors or open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote control.
Start the engine <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.)
• The doors are unlocked using the mechanical key.
• A person inside the vehicle opens a door, the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using a door lock switch.
• ● The 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.

Alarm-operated door lock
In the following cases, depending on the situation, 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.
• When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery

Customization
The alarm can be set to deactivate when the mechanical key is used to unlock. (Customizable features: P.435)

Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor detection

• The intrusion sensor detects intrud-ers or movement in the vehicle.
• The tilt sensor detects changes in vehicle inclination, such as when the vehicle is towed away.
  This system is designed to deter and prevent vehicle theft but does not guarantee absolute security against all intrusions.
• Setting the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
  The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor will be set automatically when the alarm is set. (P.79)
• Cancelling the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
  If you are leaving pets or other moving things inside the vehicle, make sure to disable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor before setting the alarm, as they will respond to movement inside the vehicle.
  1. Turn the engine switch <power switch> off.
  2. Press the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor cancel switch.

Press the switch again to re-enable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor.
Each time the intrusion sensor and tilt sen-sor are cancelled/set, a message will be shown on the multi-information display in the instrument cluster.

• Canceling and automatic re-enabling of the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
• The alarm will still be set even when the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor are cancelled.
• After the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor are cancelled, pressing the engine switch <power switch> or unlocking the doors using the entry function or wireless remote control will re-enable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor.
• The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor will automatically be re-enabled when the alarm system is deactivated.
• Intrusion sensor detection considerations
  The sensor may trigger the alarm in the following situations:
• People or pets are in the vehicle.
• A window is open.
  In this case, the sensor may detect the following:
  • Wind or the movement of objects such as leaves and insects inside the vehicle
  • Ultrasonic waves emitted from devices such as the intrusion sensors of other vehicles
  • The movement of people outside the vehicle
• Unstable items, such as dangling accessories or clothes hanging on the coat hooks, are in the vehicle.
• The vehicle is parked in a place where extreme vibrations or noises occur, such as in a parking garage.
• Ice or snow is removed from the vehicle, causing the vehicle to receive repeated impacts or vibrations.
• The vehicle is inside an automatic or high-pressure car wash.
• The vehicle experiences impacts, such as hail, lightning strikes, and other kinds of repeated impacts or vibrations.

Tilt sensor detection considerations
The sensor may trigger the alarm in the fol-lowing situations:

• The vehicle is transported by a ferry, trailer, train, etc.
• The vehicle is parked in a parking garage.
• The vehicle is inside a car wash that moves the vehicle.
• Any of the tires loses air pressure.
• The vehicle is jacked up.
• An earthquake occurs or the road caves in.

NOTICE
To ensure the intrusion sensor function correctly
To ensure that the sensors operate properly, do not touch or cover them.
Do not spray air fresheners or other products directly into the sensor holes.
Installing accessories other than genuine Lexus parts or leaving objects between the driver’s seat and front passenger’s seat may reduce the detection performance.

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