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LEXUS LS 500H (2019 year). Instruction - part 5

 

 

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For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrations display all warning lights 
and indicators illuminated.

Except F SPORT models

F SPORT models

Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, center panel and 
outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various 
systems.

Warning lights and indicators displayed on the instrument cluster

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

Warning lights

(U.S.A.)

Brake system warning light

*1

 

(

P.424)

(red)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light

*1

 

(

P.424)

(yellow)

Brake system warning light

*1

 

(

P.424)

High coolant temperature 
warning light

*2

 (

P.424)

Hybrid system overheat warn-
ing light

*2

 (

P.425 )

Charging system warning 
light

*2

 (

P.425)

Low traction battery warning 
light

*2

 (

P.425 )

Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light

*2

 (

P.425)

(U.S.A.)

Malfunction indicator lamp

*1

 

(

P.426)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

*1

 

(

P.426)

SRS warning light

*1

 (

P.426)

Pop Up Hood warning light

*1

 

(

P.426)

(U.S.A.)

ABS warning light

*1

 (

P.426)

(Canada)

ABS warning light

*1

 (

P.426)

Brake Override System warn-
ing light/Drive-Start Control 
warning light

*2

 (

P.427)

(red)

Electric power steering system 
warning light

*1

 (

P.427)

(yellow)

Electric power steering system 
warning light

*1

 (

P.427)

Low fuel level warning light 
(

P.427)

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

P.427)

Rear passengers’ seat belt 
reminder lights

*3

 (

P.428)

Tire pressure warning light

*1

 

(

P.428)

(orange)

LTA indicator (

P.429)

(flashes)

Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator

*1

 (

P.429)

(flashes)

RCTA OFF indicator

*1

 

(

P.429)

(flashes)

RCD OFF indicator (if 
equipped) (

P.429)

(flashes)

PKSB OFF indicator

*1

 

(

P.430)

(flashes or 

illuminates)

PCS warning light

*1

 (

P.430)

Slip indicator

*1

 (

P.430)

(flashes)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.431)

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*1

: 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.

*2

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

*3

: This light illuminates on the center 

panel.

*4

: F SPORT models: This light comes on 

when the power switch is turned to ON 
mode to indicate that a system check is 
being performed. They will turn off after 
the hybrid system is on, or after a few 
seconds. 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.

The indicators inform the driver of the 
operating state of the vehicle’s various 
systems.

(flashes)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.431)

(flashes)

Brake hold operated indicator

*1

 

(

P.431)

Master warning light

*4

 

(

P.431)

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.188)

AHB indicator (

P.190)

PCS warning light

*1, 2

 (

P.215, 

225)
Cruise control indicator 
(

P.252)

Dynamic radar cruise control 
indicator (

P.245)

Cruise control “SET” indicator 
(

P.245)

(white)

LTA indicator (

P.239)

(green)

LTA indicator (

P.239)

(orange)

(flashes)

LTA indicator (

P.239)

BSM outside rear view mirror 
indicators

*1, 3

 (

P.258, 271)

BSM indicator (

P.258)

Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator

*1, 2

 (

P.266)

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 Drive mode indicators

Except F SPORT models

F SPORT models

RCTA OFF indicator

*1, 2

 

(

P.271)

RCD OFF indicator

*2

 (if 

equipped) (

P.275)

PKSB OFF indicator

*1, 2

 

(

P.279)

(flashes)

Slip indicator

*1

 (

P.303)

VSC OFF indicator

*1, 2

 

(

P.303)

High mode indicator (if 
equipped) (

P.299)

Smart access system with 
push-button start indicator

*4

 

(

P.170)

“READY” indicator (

P.170)

EV drive mode indicator 
(

P.174)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.183)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.183)

Brake hold standby indicator

*1

 

(

P.185)

Brake hold operated indicator

*1

 

(

P.185)

EV indicator (

P.64)

Low outside temperature indi-
cator

*5

 (

P.81, 85)

Security indicator

*6

 (

P.71

73)

(U.S.A.)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indica-
tor

*1, 6

 (

P.40)

(Canada)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indica-
tor

*1, 6

 (

P.40)

Snow mode indicator (

P.179)

Normal mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Custom mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Comfort mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Eco drive mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Sport S mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Sport S+ mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Snow mode indicator (

P.179)

Normal mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Custom mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Comfort mode indicator 
(

P.297)

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*1

: 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.

*2

: This light comes on when the system is 

turned off.

*3

: This light illuminates on the outside rear 

view mirrors.

*4

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

*5

: When the outside temperature is 

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

*6

: This light illuminates on the center 

panel.

Eco drive mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Sport S mode indicator 
(

P.297)

Sport S+ mode indicator 
(

P.297)

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Locations of gauges and meters

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.94, 297)

Speedometer
Clock

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

P.355)

Shift position indicator (

P.178)

Shift range/gear position (

P.176)

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (

P.90)

Gauges and meters (except F SPORT models)

Meter display

A

B
C

D

E
F

G

H

I

J

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Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (

P.434)

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.

Engine speed

On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is pre-

cisely controlled in order to help improve 

fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emis-

sions 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.

The driving mode is other than sport 

mode.

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. (

P.94)

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.91

Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized 
on 

 of the multi-information display. 

(

P.94)

A

B

C

D

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

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.

1

Darker

2

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.450)

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

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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. (

P.89)

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.88)

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)

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (

P.87)

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.94, 297)

• Rev indicator (

P.87

)

• Rev  peak  (

P.87

)

Shift position/shift range/gear position (

P.176)

Speedometer
Clock

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

P.355)

Gauges and meters (F SPORT models)

Meter display

A
B

C

D

E
F

G

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Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Shift position indicator (

P.178)

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (

P.90)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (

P.434)

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.355)

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.94, 297)

• Rev indicator (

P.87

)

• Rev  peak  (

P.87

)

Shift position/shift range/gear position (

P.176)

Speedometer
Shift position indicator (

P.178)

Odometer and trip meter display (

P.88)

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

H

I

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A

B

C

D

E
F

G

H

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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 (

P.90)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (

P.434)

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.

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. 

(

P.94)

Rev peak

When the engine speed reaches or 
exceeds 4000 rpm, an afterimage of 
the tachometer will be displayed at the 
highest engine speed for approxi-
mately 1 second.

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B

C

D

A

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Engine speed

On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is pre-

cisely controlled in order to help improve 

fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emis-

sions 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.

The driving mode is other than sport 

mode.

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.91

Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized 
on 

 of the multi-information display. 

(

P.94)

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 

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.450)

Odometer and trip meter dis-
play

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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.

1

Darker

2

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

The display can be switched between 
the center and side positions.

Changing the instrument panel 
light brightness

Changing the main meter loca-
tion

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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.

Main meter moved to the right

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.

Menu icons

The menu icons will be displayed by 
pressing 

 or 

 of the meter con-

trol switch.

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

Multi-information display

Display and menu icons

Driving information display 
(

P.91)

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

P.93)

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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

Move the main meter

*

 and return 

to the previous screen

*

: F  SPORT  models

Display items (except F SPORT 
models)

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control 

switch and select 

. Then press 

 

or 

 to display the following items:

 Drive information 1
 Drive information 2
 Energy monitor (

P.101)

 Tire pressure (

P.394)

 Display off

Display items (F SPORT models)

Main meter in center position

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control 

switch to display the following items:
 Drive information 1
 Drive information 2
 Tire pressure (

P.394)

 Gear positions
 Units
 Display off

 Driving support system information

*

 

Audio system-linked display 
(

P.93)

Driving support system infor-
mation display (

P.93)

Warning message display 
(

P.434)

Settings display (

P.94)

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.82, 88

Changing the meter display

Content of driving information

A

B

C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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