LEXUS LS 500H (2019 year). Instruction

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Stop the vehicle completely.

If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(

P.183)

Shift the shift position to P.
(

P.178)

Check that the shift position indicator

shows P and the parking brake indicator is

illuminated.

Press the power switch.

The hybrid system will stop, and the meter

display will be extinguished (the shift posi-

tion indicator will be extinguished a few

seconds after the meter display).

Release the brake pedal and check
that “ACCESSORY” or “IGNI-
TION ON” is not shown on the
meter.

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Automatic P position selection function

P.179

Modes can be changed by pressing
the power switch with the brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each
time the switch is pressed.)

■

Symptoms indicating a malfunction

with the power switch

If the power switch seems to be operat-

ing somewhat differently than usual, such

as the switch sticking slightly, there may

be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus

dealer immediately.

Stopping the hybrid system

WARNING

■

Stopping the hybrid system in an

emergency

●

If you want to stop the hybrid system in

an emergency while driving the vehi-

cle, press and hold the power switch

for more than 2 seconds, or press it

briefly 3 times or more in succession.

(

P.416)

However, do not touch the power

switch while driving except in an emer-

gency. Turning the hybrid system off

while driving will not cause loss of

steering or braking control, however,

power assist to the steering will be lost.

This will make it more difficult to steer

smoothly, so you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so.

●

If the power switch is operated while

the vehicle is running, a warning mes-

sage will be shown on the multi-infor-

mation display and a buzzer sounds.

●

When restarting the hybrid system

after an emergency shutdown, press

the power switch.

Changing power switch modes

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Off

The emergency flashers can be used.

ACCESSORY mode

Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the
meter.

ON mode

All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the
meter.

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Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode

for more than 20 minutes or ON mode

(with hybrid system not operating) for more

than an hour with the shift position in P, the

power switch will automatically turn off.

However, this function cannot entirely pre-

vent the 12-volt battery discharge. Do not

leave the vehicle with the power switch in

ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-

ods of time when the hybrid system is not

operating.

■

When the shift control system malfunc-

tions

When attempting to turn the power switch

off while there is a malfunction in the shift

control system, the power switch mode may

change to ACCESSORY mode. In this

case, ACCESSORY mode may be turned

off by applying the parking brake and press-

ing the power switch again. If there is a mal-

function in the system, have the vehicle

inspected by your Lexus dealer immedi-

ately.

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

●

Do not leave the power switch in

ACCESSORY or ON mode for long

periods of time without the hybrid sys-

tem on.

●

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION

ON” is displayed on the meter, the

power switch is not off. Exit the vehicle

after turning the power switch off.

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Turns EV drive mode on/off

When EV drive mode is turned on, the EV
drive mode indicator will come on. Press-
ing the switch when in EV drive mode will
return the vehicle to normal driving (using
the gasoline engine and electric motor
[traction motor]).

■

Situations in which EV drive mode can-

not be turned on

It may not be possible to turn EV drive

mode on in the following situations. If it can-

not be turned on, a buzzer will sound and a

message will be shown on the multi-infor-

mation display.

●

The temperature of the hybrid system is

high.

The vehicle has been left in the sun,

driven on a hill, driven at high speeds, etc.

●

The temperature of the hybrid system is

low.

The vehicle has been left in temperatures

lower than about 32°F (0°C) for a long

period of time etc.

●

The gasoline engine is warming up.

●

The hybrid battery (traction battery) is

low.

The remaining battery level indicated in

the “Energy Monitor” display is low.

(

P.100)

●

Vehicle speed is high.

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly

or the vehicle is on a hill etc.

●

The windshield defogger is in use.

●

When the shift position is in M.

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Switching to EV drive mode when the

gasoline engine is cold

If the hybrid system is started while the gas-

oline engine is cold, the gasoline engine will

start automatically in order to warm up. In

this case, you will become unable to switch

to EV drive mode.
To prevent gasoline engine warm up in

order to reduce noises, start the hybrid sys-

tem without starting the gasoline engine,

pressing the power switch with fully

depressing the brake pedal and pressing

the EV drive mode switch.

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Automatic cancelation of EV drive

mode

When driving in EV drive mode, the gaso-

line engine may automatically restart in the

following situations. When EV drive mode

EV drive mode

In EV drive mode, electric power is
supplied by the hybrid battery
(traction battery), and only the
electric motor (traction motor) is
used to drive the vehicle.

This mode allows you to drive in res-
idential areas early in the morning
and late at night, or in indoor park-
ing lots etc. without concern for
noises and gas emissions.

However, when the vehicle proxim-
ity notification system is active, the
vehicle may produce sound.

Operating instructions

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is canceled, a buzzer will sound and the EV

drive mode indicator will flash and go off.

●

The hybrid battery (traction battery)

becomes low.

The remaining battery level indicated in

the “Energy Monitor” display is low.

(

P.100)

●

Vehicle speed is high.

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly

or the vehicle is on a hill etc.

When it is possible to inform the driver of

automatic cancelation in advance, a prior

notice screen will appear on the multi-infor-

mation display.

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Possible driving distance when driving in

EV drive mode

EV drive mode’s possible driving distance

ranges from a few hundred meters to

approximately 0.6 mile (1 km). However,

depending on vehicle conditions, there are

situations when EV drive mode cannot be

used.

(The distance that is possible depends on

the hybrid battery [traction battery] level

and driving conditions.)

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Fuel economy

The hybrid system is designed to achieve

the best possible fuel economy during nor-

mal driving (using the gasoline engine and

electric motor [traction motor]). Driving in

EV drive mode more than necessary may

lower fuel economy.

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If “EV Mode Unavailable” is shown on

the multi-information display

The EV drive mode is not available. The rea-

son the EV drive mode is not available (the

vehicle is idling, battery charge is low, vehi-

cle speed is higher than the EV drive mode

operating speed range or accelerator pedal

is depressed too much) may be displayed.

Use the EV drive mode when it becomes

available.

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If “EV Mode Deactivated” is shown on

the multi-information display

The EV drive mode has been automatically

canceled. The reason the EV drive mode is

not available (the battery charge is low,

vehicle speed is higher than the EV drive

mode operating speed range or accelera-

tor pedal is depressed too much) may be

displayed. Drive the vehicle for a while

before attempting to turn on the EV drive

mode again.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

When driving in EV drive mode, pay spe-

cial attention to the area around the vehi-

cle. Because there is no engine noise,

pedestrians, people riding bicycles or

other people and vehicles in the area

may not be aware of the vehicle starting

off or approaching them, so take extra

care while driving. Therefore, take extra

care while driving even if the vehicle

proximity notification system is active.

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: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce

noise, set the shift position in D for nor-
mal driving. You can choose gear range
suitable for your driving situation by
operating the paddle shift switches.

: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-

ing in M mode.

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For the shift positions

●

When the power switch is off or in

ACCESSORY mode, the shift position

cannot be changed.

●

When the power switch is in ON mode

(the hybrid system is not operating), the

shift position can only be changed to N.

●

When the “READY” indicator is on, the

shift position can be changed from P to D,

N or R.

●

When the “READY” indicator is flashing,

the shift position cannot be changed from

P to another position even if the shift lever

is operated. Wait until the “READY” indi-

cator changes from a flashing to a solid

light, and then operate the shift lever

again.

●

The shift position can only be changed to

M directly from D.

In addition, if an attempt is made to change

the shift position by moving the shift lever or

by pressing the P position switch in any of

the following situations, the buzzer will

sound and the shifting operation will be dis-

abled or the shift position will automatically

change to N. When this happens, select an

appropriate shift position.

●

Situations where the shifting operation

will be disabled:

• When an attempt is made to change the

shift position from P to another position

by moving the shift lever without depress-

ing the brake pedal.

• When an attempt is made to change the

shift position from P or N to M by moving

the shift lever.

• When the P position switch is pressed

while the vehicle is running.

●

Situations where the shift position will

automatically change to N:

• When an attempt is made to select the R

position by moving the shift lever when
the vehicle is moving forward.

• When an attempt is made to select the D

position by moving the shift lever when
the vehicle is moving in reverse.

• When the shift position is changed from

R to M

●

If N is selected while driving at a certain

speed, even if the shift lever is not held in

the N position, the shift position changes

to N. In this situation, the buzzer sounds

and a confirmation message is displayed

on the multi-information display to inform

the driver that the shift position has

changed to N.

: Shift position may be changed to P

when driving at extremely low speeds.

: Shift position may be changed to R

when driving at low speeds.

: Shift position may be changed to D

when driving at low speeds.

Hybrid transmission

Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.

Shift position purpose and func-
tions

Shift posi-

tion

Objective or function

Parking the vehicle/starting

the hybrid system

Reversing

Neutral (Condition in which

the power is not transmitted)

Normal driving

M mode driving

(

P.181)

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Reverse warning buzzer

When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to

inform the driver that the shift position is in

■

To protect the hybrid transmission

If the transmission fluid temperature is high,

“Transmission Fluid Temp High See

Owner’s Manual” will be displayed on the

multi-information display and the vehicle

will go into transmission protection mode

automatically. Have the vehicle inspected

by your Lexus dealer.

■

When driving with the dynamic radar

cruise control with full-speed range

activated

Even when performing the following

actions with the intent of enabling engine

braking, engine braking will not be acti-

vated because the dynamic radar cruise

control with full-speed range will not be

canceled.

●

While driving in the D position, down-

shifting to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 or 4.

●

When switching the driving mode to

sport mode while driving in the D position

(

P.297)

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start

Control)

P.161

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AI-SHIFT

The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suit-

able gear according to driver performance

and driving conditions.

The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when

the shift position is in D. (Shifting the shift

position to the M position cancels the func-

tion.)

■

If a message about a shift operation is

shown

To prevent the shift position from being

selected incorrectly or the vehicle from

moving unexpectedly, the shift position may

be changed automatically or operating the

shift lever may be required. In this case,

change the shift position following the mes-

sages on the multi-information display.

■

After recharging/reconnecting the

12-volt battery

P.390

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(

P.479)

WARNING

■

When driving on slippery road sur-

faces

Do not accelerate or shift the shift posi-

tion suddenly.

Sudden changes in engine braking may

cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting

in an accident.

NOTICE

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

charge

If the shift position is in N, the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery) will not be

charged. To help prevent the battery

from discharging, avoid leaving the N

position selected for an extended period

of time.

■

Situations where shift control system

malfunctions are possible

If any of the following situations occurs,

shift control system malfunctions are

possible.

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe

place on level ground, apply the parking

brake, and then contact your Lexus

dealer.

●

When the warning message indicating

the shift control system appears on the

multi-information display.

●

The display indicates that no shift posi-

tion is selected for more than a few

seconds.

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Shift lever

Operate the shift lever gently and securely
in the direction of the arrow on the shift
position indicator.
To shift to N, slide the shift lever in the
direction of the arrow and hold it.
Release the shift lever after each shifting
operation to allow it to return to its regular

position (

Shifting to M is only possible when the shift
position is in D.
When shifting from P to N, D or R, from N,
D, M or R to P, from D or M to R, or from R
to D, ensure that the brake pedal is being
depressed and the vehicle is stationary.

Shift position indicator

Meter display:
The current shift position is highlighted.
When any shift position other than D or M
is selected, the arrow toward M and the M
position indicator are displayed in gray.
Shift lever display:

The current shift position is illuminated.
When selecting the shift position, make
sure that the shift position has been
changed to the desired position by check-
ing the shift position indicator provided on
the instrument cluster.

P position switch

■

When shifting the shift position to P

Fully stop the vehicle and set the park-
ing brake, and then press the P position
switch.

When the shift position is changed to P, the
switch illuminates.
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P.

Shifting the shift lever

WARNING

■

For the shift lever

●

Do not remove the shift lever knob or

use anything but a genuine Lexus shift

lever knob. Also, do not hang anything

on the shift lever.

Doing so could prevent the shift lever

from returning to position, causing

unexpected accidents to occur when

the vehicle is in motion.

●

In order to prevent the shift position

from accidentally being changed, do

not touch the shift lever when not using

them.

P position switch

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■

Shifting the shift position from P to
other positions

 While depressing the brake pedal

firmly, operate the shift lever. If the
shift lever is operated without
depressing the brake pedal, the
buzzer will sound and the shifting
operation will be disabled.

 When selecting the shift position,

make sure that the shift position has
been changed to the desired posi-
tion by checking the shift position
indicator provided on the instru-
ment cluster.

 The shift position cannot be

changed from P to M directly.

■

Automatic P position selection function

In the following situations, the shift position

is automatically changed to P.

●

When pressing the power switch with the

vehicle stopped while the power switch is

in ON mode and the shift position is in a

position other than P (after the shift posi-

tion has changed to P, the power switch
will turn off)

●

When the vehicle is stopped after the

hybrid system has been stopped in an

emergency while driving

●

When voltage of the 12-volt battery

drops while the shift position is in a posi-

tion other than P

: When the power switch is pressed while

driving at extremely slow speeds, such
as immediately before stopping the vehi-
cle, the shift position may automatically
change to P. Make sure that the vehicle
is completely stopped before pressing
the power switch.

■

If the shift position cannot be shifted

from P

There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery

is discharged. Check the 12-volt battery in

this situation. (

P.445)

■

Driving mode

P.297

■

Snow mode

Snow mode can be selected to suit the
conditions when driving on slippery

WARNING

■

P position switch

●

Do not press the P position switch

while the vehicle is moving.

If the P position switch is pressed when

driving at very low speeds (for exam-

ple, directly before stopping the vehi-

cle), the vehicle may stop suddenly

when the shift position switches to P,

which could lead to an accident.

●

In order to prevent the shift position

from accidentally being changed, do

not touch the P position switch or shift

lever when not using them.

●

After changing the shift position to P,

do not release the brake pedal until the

shift position indicator shows P and the

parking brake indicator is illuminated.

Otherwise, the vehicle may move,

possibly leading to an accident.

NOTICE

■

Notes regarding shift lever and P

position switch operation

Avoid repeatedly operating the shift

lever and P position switch in quick suc-

cession.

The system protection function may acti-

vate and it will not be temporarily possi-

ble to shift the shift position other than P.

If this happens, please wait for a while

before attempting to change the shift

position again.

Selecting the driving mode

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road surfaces, such as on snow.
Turn the snow mode switch backward.

The snow mode indicator illuminates.
Turn the snow mode switch backward
again to return to normal mode.

Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models

■

Snow mode automatic deactivation

Snow mode is automatically deactivated if

the power switch is turned off after driving

in snow mode.

To drive using temporary shift range
selection, operate the “-” or “+” paddle
shift switch.
When the “-” paddle shift switch is
operated, the shift range switches to a
range that enables engine braking
force that is suitable to driving condi-
tions. When the “+” paddle shift switch
is operated, the shift range switches to
a range that is one range higher than
the current range.
Changing the shift range allows
restriction of the highest gear, prevent-
ing unnecessary upshifting and
enabling the level of engine braking

force to be selected.

Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models

Upshifting

Downshifting

The selected shift range, from D1 to D10,
will be displayed on the meter.
To return to normal D position driving, the
“+” paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.

A lower shift range will provide greater
engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.

■

Automatic deactivation of shift range

selection in the D position

Shift range selection in the D position will

be deactivated in the following situations:

●

When the vehicle comes to a stop

●

If the accelerator pedal is depressed for

more than a certain period of time

●

When the shift position is shifted to a

Selecting shift ranges in the D
position

A
B

Meter dis-

play

Function

D2 - D10

A gear in the range between

D1 and the selected shift

range is automatically cho-

sen depending on vehicle

speed and driving condi-

tions

Setting the shift range at D1

A
B

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position other than D.

●

When the “+” paddle shift switch is

pressed and held

■

Downshifting restriction warning

buzzer

To help ensure safety and driving perfor-

mance, downshifting operation may some-

times be restricted. In some circumstances,

downshifting may not be possible even

when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A

buzzer will sound twice.)

To enter M mode, shift the shift position
to M. Gears can be selected by oper-
ating the paddle shift switches, allowing
you to drive in the gear of your choos-
ing.

Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models

Upshifting

Downshifting

The gear changes once every time the
paddle shift switch is operated.
The selected gear, from M1 to M10, will be
fixed and displayed on the meter.

When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the paddle shift
switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically

changed in the following situations:
 When vehicle speed drops (down-

shift only).

 When vehicle speed increases

(upshift only).

 When the accelerator pedal is firmly

depressed.

 When it is necessary to protect the

transmission when the transmission
fluid temperature is high or low, or
other reasons.

Also, the gear will not shift when the
vehicle speed is low, even if an upshift
operation is performed.

■

Downshifting restrictions warning

buzzer

To help ensure safety and driving perfor-

mance, downshifting operation may some-

times be restricted. In some circumstances,

downshifting may not be possible even

when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A

buzzer will sound twice.)

Selecting gears in the M position

A
B

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Right turn

Lane change to the right (move the
lever partway and release it)

The right hand signals will flash 3 times.

Lane change to the left (move the
lever partway and release it)

The left hand signals will flash 3 times.

Left turn

■

Turn signals can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

If the indicator flashes faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear

turn signal lights has not burned out.

■

If the turn signals stop flashing before a

lane change has been performed

Operate the lever again.

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(

P.479)

Turn signal lever

Operating instructions

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■

Using the manual mode

The parking brake can be set and
released manually.

U.S.A.
Canada

Push the switch to set the parking
brake

The parking brake indicator light will turn
on.
Press and hold the parking brake switch if
an emergency occurs and it is necessary to
operate the parking brake while driving.

Pull the switch to release the park-
ing brake

• Operate the parking brake switch while

depressing the brake pedal.

• Using the parking brake automatic

release function, the parking brake can
be released by depressing the accelera-
tor pedal. When using this function,
slowly depress the accelerator pedal.

Make sure that the parking brake indicator
light turn off.

■

Turns automatic mode on

While the vehicle is stopped, press and
hold the parking brake switch until a
message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display.

When the automatic mode is turned
on, the parking brake operates as fol-
lows.
 When the shift position is shifted

from P, the parking brake will be
released, and the parking brake
indicator light will turn off.

 When the shift position is shifted to

P, the parking brake will be set, and
the parking brake indicator light will
turn on.

Operate the shift lever and P position
switch with the vehicle stopped and the
brake pedal depressed.

Parking brake

The parking brake can be set or
released automatically or manually.

In automatic mode, the parking
brake can be set or released auto-
matically according to the shift
lever operation. Also, even in auto-
matic mode, the parking brake can
be set or released manually.

Operating instructions

A
B

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Turns automatic mode off

While the vehicle is stopped, pull and
hold the parking brake switch until a
message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display.

■

Parking brake operation

●

When the power switch is not in ON

mode, the parking brake cannot be

released using the parking brake switch.

●

When the power switch is not in ON

mode, automatic mode (automatic brake

setting and releasing) is not available.

■

Parking brake automatic release func-

tion

●

When the shift position is shifted from P,

the parking brake will be released in

automatic mode.

●

When all of the following conditions are

met in manual mode, the parking brake

can be released by depressing the accel-

erator pedal.

• The driver’s door is closed

• The driver is wearing the seat belt

• The shift position is in D, M or R

■

If “EPB Frequently Operated Wait a

Minute” is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display

If the parking brake is operated repeatedly

over a short period of time, the system may

restrict operation to prevent overheating. If

this happens, refrain from operating the

parking brake. Normal operation will return

after about 1 minute.

■

If “EPB Activation Stopped Incom-

pletely” or “EPB Unavailable” is dis-

played on the multi-information display

Operate the parking brake switch. If the

message does not disappear after operat-

ing the switch several times, the system may

be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Lexus dealer.

■

Parking brake operation sound

When the parking brake operates, a motor

sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This

does not indicate a malfunction.

■

Parking brake operation

●

Depending on the power switch mode,

the parking brake indicator light will turn

on and stay on as described below:

ON mode: Comes on until the parking

brake is released.

Not in ON mode: Stays on for approxi-

mately 15 seconds.

●

When the power switch is turned off with

the parking brake set, the parking brake

indicator light will stay on for about 15

seconds. This does not indicate a mal-

function.

■

When the parking brake switch mal-

functions

Automatic mode (automatic brake setting

and releasing) will be turned on automati-

cally.

■

Parking the vehicle

P.160

■

Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven

with the parking brake engaged. “EPB

Applied” is displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display. (with the vehicle reached a

speed of 3 mph [5 km/h])

■

If the brake system warning light comes

P.424

■

Usage in winter time

P.309

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Press the brake hold switch to turn the
system on

The brake hold standby indicator (green)

comes on. While the system is holding

the brakes, the brake hold operated indica-
tor (yellow)

comes on.

■

Brake hold system operating conditions

The brake hold system cannot be turned on

in the following conditions:

●

The driver’s door is not closed.

●

The driver is not wearing the seat belt.

If any of the conditions above are detected

when the brake hold system is enabled, the

system will turn off and the brake hold

standby indicator light will go off. In addi-

tion, if any of the conditions are detected

while the system is holding the brake, a

warning buzzer will sound and a message

WARNING

■

When parking the vehicle

Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone.

The parking brake may be released unin-

tentionally and there is the danger of the

vehicle moving that may lead to an acci-

dent resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

Before you leave the vehicle, set the

parking brake, shift the shift position to P

and make sure that the vehicle does not

move.

■

When the system malfunctions

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and

check the warning messages.

■

When the parking brake cannot be

released due to a malfunction

Driving the vehicle with the parking

brake set will lead to brake components

overheating, which may affect braking

performance and increase brake wear.
Have the vehicle inspected by your

Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

Brake Hold

The brake hold system keeps the
brake applied when the shift posi-
tion is in D, M or N with the system
on and the brake pedal has been
depressed to stop the vehicle. The
system releases the brake when the
accelerator pedal is depressed with
the shift position in D or M to allow
smooth start off.

Enabling the system

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will be shown on the multi-information dis-

play. The parking brake will then be set

automatically.

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Brake hold function

●

If the brake pedal is left released for a

period of about 3 minutes after the sys-

tem has started holding the brake, the

parking brake will be set automatically. In

this case, a warning buzzer sounds and a

message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

●

To turn the system off while the system is

holding the brake, firmly depress the

brake pedal and press the button again.

●

The brake hold function may not hold the

vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep

incline. In this situation, it may be neces-

sary for the driver to apply the brakes. A

warning buzzer will sound and the

multi-information display will inform the

driver of this situation. If a warning mes-

sage is shown on the multi-information

display, read the message and follow the

instructions.

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When the parking brake is set automati-

cally while the system is holding the

brakes

Perform any of the following operations to

release the parking brake.

●

Depress the accelerator pedal. (The

parking brake will not be released auto-

matically if the seat belt is not fastened.)

●

Operate the parking brake switch with

the brake pedal depressed.

Make sure that the parking brake indicator

light goes off. (

P.183)

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When an inspection at your Lexus

dealer is necessary

When the brake hold standby indicator

(green) does not illuminate even when the

brake hold switch is pressed with the brake

hold system operating conditions met, the

system may be malfunctioning. Have the

vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer.

■

If “Brake Hold Fault Depress Brake to

Deactivate Visit Your Dealer” or “Brake

Hold Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is

displayed on the multi-information dis-

play

The system may be malfunctioning. Have

the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to

indicate a system malfunction or to inform

the driver of the need for caution. If a warn-

ing message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display, read the message and follow

the instructions.

■

If the brake hold operated indicator

flashes

P.431

WARNING

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When the vehicle is on a steep incline

When using the brake hold system on a

steep incline exercise caution. The brake

hold function may not hold the vehicle in

such a situation.

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When stopped on a slippery road

The system cannot stop the vehicle when

the gripping ability of the tires has been

exceeded. Do not use the system when

stopped on a slippery road.

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system is not designed

for use when parking the vehicle for a

long period of time. Turning the power

switch off while the system is holding the

brake may release the brake, which

would cause the vehicle to move. When

operating the power switch, depress the

brake pedal, shift the shift position to P

and set the parking brake.

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Driving

4-3.Operating the lights and wipers

Operating the

switch turns on

the lights as follows:

U.S.A.
Canada

The side marker, parking, tail,

license plate, instrument panel
lights, and daytime running lights
(

P.187) turn on.

The headlights and all lights

listed above (except daytime run-
ning lights) turn on.

The headlights, daytime run-

ning lights (

P.187) and all the

lights listed above turn on and off
automatically.

(U.S.A.) Off

(Canada) The daytime run-

ning lights turn on. (

P.187)

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AUTO mode can be used when

The power switch is in ON mode.

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Daytime running light system

●

The daytime running lights illuminate

using the same lights as the parking lights

and illuminate brighter than the parking

lights.

●

To make your vehicle more visible to

other drivers during daytime driving, the

daytime running lights turn on automati-

cally when all of the following conditions

are met. (The daytime running lights are

not designed for use at night.)

• The hybrid system is operating

• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the

(Can-

ada only),

position

: When the surroundings are bright

The daytime running lights remain on after

they illuminate, even if the parking brake is

set again.

●

For the U.S.A.: Daytime running lights

can be turned off by operating the switch.

●

Compared to turning on the headlights,

the daytime running light system offers

greater durability and consumes less

electricity, so it can help improve fuel

economy.

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Headlight control sensor

Headlight switch

The headlights can be operated
manually or automatically.

Operating instructions

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