2012 Lexus LS 460 Owners Manual
2012 Lexus LS 460 Manual
2012 Lexus LS 460 manual content summary:
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience. 4 Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-yourself maintenance, and maintenance information. 5 When trouble arises What to do if the vehicle needs to - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 2
with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual" for information regarding the equipment listed below. • Navigation system 1 • Audio/video system 1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Power windows...110 Moon roof ...113 1-5. Refueling Before driving 1-1. Key - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 3
assist systems...306 Pre-Collision System...312 2-5. Driving information 4 Cargo and luggage...324 Vehicle load limits...327 Winter driving tips ...329 Trailer towing...333 5 Dinghy towing ...334 3 Interior features 6 3-1. Using the touch screen Touch screen ...338 7 Set up screen ...345 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 4
audio...460 Listening to a USB memory/iPod ...472 Optimal use of the audio/video system...482 Using the AUX port ...484 Using the rear seat audio controls...485 Using the steering wheel audio switches ...490 3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Rear seat entertainment system features ...494 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 5
phone ...535 Setting the hands-free system ...549 3-6. Using the interior lights Interior lights list...578 • Interior lights ...579 • Personal lights ...580 3-7. Using the storage features List of storage features...582 • Glove box ...584 • Coin holder...585 • Door pockets...585 • Cup holders...586 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 6
TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 4 Maintenance and care 5 When trouble arises 4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior...646 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ...649 4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ...652 General maintenance ...654 Emission inspection - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 7
specifications 6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)...768 Fuel information...780 Tire information...783 6-2. Customization Customizable features ...794 1 2 3 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...806 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 8
index Exterior Windshield wipers P. 220 Moon roof P. 113 Parking lights P. 207 Outside rear view mirrors P. 108 Hood P. 661 Turn signal lights P. 187 Side marker lights P. 207 Fog lights P. 218 Headlights (low beam or low/high beam) P. 207 Headlights (high beam) and daytime running lights - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 9
Fuel filler door P. 117 Turn signal lights P. 187 Rear window defogger Doors P. 58 P. 385 Trunk P. 63 License plate lights P. 207 Tires P. 680 ●Rotation P. 741 ●Replacement ●Inflation pressure P. 777 P. 783 ●Information Tail lights P. 207 Side marker lights P. 207 9 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 10
Front interior SRS driver airbag P. 127 Shift lock override button P. 752 SRS knee airbags P. 127 SRS front passenger airbag P. 127 Head restraints P. 95 Door pockets P. 585 A Power outlets P. 604 AUX port P. 409 *1 USB port P. 472 *1 Ashtray ∗ P. 601 Cigarette lighter ∗ P. 602 Non smokers box - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 11
inside rear view mirror P. 106 SRS curtain shield airbags P. 127 Compass ∗ P. 634 Auxiliary boxes P. 594 Sun visors P. 596 Vanity mirrors P. 597 Garage door opener switches P. 628 ∗: If equipped *1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 11 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 12
Pictorial index B Front interior Inside lock buttons P. 58 Driving position memory switches P. 87 Shoulder anchor control switches P. 98 Window lock switch P. 110 Door lock switch P. 58 Power window switches P. 110 12 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 13
∗ P. 609 Rear seat return switch ∗ P. 79 Rear door sunshade switch ∗ P. 619 Rear sunshade switch ∗ P. 616 With rear console display Driving pattern selector switch P. 175 Electronically modulated air suspension switches ∗ P. 259 VSC off switch P. 308 Front climate control seat switches P. 609 Rear - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 14
display P. 202 Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 220 Engine (ignition) switch P. 169 Clock ●Without Navigation system P. 598 ●With Navigation system *2 Emergency flasher switch P. 718 Trunk opener main switch P. 64 Floor mat P. 625 Glove box P. 584 Volume adjust knob P. 44 Tire pressure - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 15
panel light control buttons P. 196 Headlight cleaner switch ∗ P. 225 Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 105 "AFS OFF" switch P. 209 Intuitive parking assist switch ∗ P. 243 Heated steering wheel switch P. 607 "ECO MODE" switch P. 175, 181 *2: Refer to "Navigation System Owner's Manual - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 16
B Type A Type B Talk switch ∗ P. 364, 543 *1 Talk switch ∗ P. 364, 543 *1 Brake hold switch P. 191 Brake hold switch P. 191 APGS pre-support switch P. 267 With touch screen C Without touch screen "DISP" switch P. 202 Telephone switch P. 529 *1 "RESET" switch P. 202 D Without LKA (Lane - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 17
screen P. 338 Navigation system *2 Air conditioning system P. 362 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers P. 385 Audio system *2 * : For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". *2: Refer to "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 17 ∗1: If - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 18
Auxiliary boxes P. 594 Cool box/ auxiliary box ∗ P. 590 Trunk storage extension ∗ P. 622 Rear interior (5-seat models without relaxation seat) Seat position memory switches ∗ P. 93 Power window switches P. 110 SRS side airbags ∗ P. 127 Head restraints P. 95 Seat belts P. 98 Pelvic support seat - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 19
A Interior lights P. 579 Personal lights P. 580 SRS curtain shield airbags P. 127 Vanity mirrors P. 597 Coat hooks P. 624 B Power seat switches ∗ P. 619 Rear sunshade switch ∗ P. 616 ∗: If equipped *1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 19 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 20
Rear interior (5-seat models with relaxation seat) Seat position memory switches P. 93 Power window switches P. 110 SRS side airbags P. 127 Head restraints P. 95 Seat belts P. 98 Ashtray ∗ P. 601 Non smokers box ∗ P. 589 Cup holders P. 586 SRS seat cushion airbag P. 127 Cool box/auxiliary box - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 21
Vanity mirrors P. 597 Coat hooks P. 624 B Headphone jacks P. 498 *1 Rear seat entertainment system controller P. 494 *1 Rear seat relaxation system/pelvic support seat controller P. 76 ∗: If equipped *1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 21 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 22
Pictorial index C Rear interior (5-seat models with relaxation seat) Rear audio switches P. 485 *1 Power seat switches P. 76 Rear air conditioning switches P. 377 Rear climate control seat switches P. 609 Rear door sunshade switches P. 619 Rear sunshade switch P. 616 22 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 23
D Rear seat entertainment system P. 494 *1 DVD player P. 505 Auxiliary boxes P. 594 *1 A/V input port P. 525 *1 Power outlets P. 604 *1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 23 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 24
index DVD player P. 505 *1 Headphone jacks P. 498 Rear interior (4-seat models) Seat position memory switches P. 93 Power window switches P. 110 SRS side airbags P. 127 *1 Head restraints P. 95 Power outlets ∗ P. 604 Seat belts P. 98 Auxiliary boxes P. 594 24 Ashtray ∗ P. 601 Non smokers - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 25
A Interior lights P. 579 Personal lights P. 580 Rear seat entertainment system P. 494 *1 SRS curtain shield airbags P. 127 Vanity mirrors P. 597 Coat hooks P. 624 ∗: If equipped *1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 25 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 26
Pictorial index B Rear interior (4-seat models) A/V input port P. 525 *1 Cigarette lighters ∗ P. 602 Power outlets ∗ P. 604 Rear seat entertainment system controller P. 494 *1 Rear seat relaxation system/pelvic support seat controller P. 76 Cool box/auxiliary box P. 590 26 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 27
P. 377 Rear air conditioning switches P. 377 Rear audio switches Rear climate control seat switches P. 609 P. 485 *1 Power seat switches P. 76 ∗: If equipped *1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 27 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 28
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction. Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus A wide variety of non - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 29
fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system ● Cruise control system ● Anti-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions qualified service shop or by your Lexus - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 30
to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve quality. Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except: • With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased • In response to an official request by the police - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 31
computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is owner (or the leasing company for a leased vehicle) is obtained • Officially requested to by the police or other authorities • Necessary, for use as a defense for Lexus - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 32
● Safety Connect / Lexus Enform (U.S. mainland only) If your Lexus has Safety Connect or Lexus Enform and if you have subscribed to those services, please refer to the Safety Connect / Lexus Enform Telematics Subscription Service Agreement for information on data collected and its usage. CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 33
Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against something what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment. Symbols used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 34
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1-1. Key information Keys The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Electronic keys • Operating the smart access system with push-button start (→P. 40) • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 55) Mechanical keys Key number plate - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 36
electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted or the entry function does not operate properly, you will need the mechanical key. (→P. 755) 1 Before driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 37
1-1. Key information ● If the battery cover is not installed and the battery falls out or if the battery was removed because the key got wet, reinstall the battery with the positive terminal facing the Lexus emblem. ● The card key is not waterproof. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 38
1-1. Key information NOTICE ● Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys close to such materials. ● Do not disassemble the electronic keys. ● Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, 1 audio systems, glass top ranges, or - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 39
always carry the electronic key.) Electronic key Electronic key Electronic key Unlocks and locks the doors (→P. 41) Opens the trunk (→P. 41) Starts and stops the engine (→P. 169) 40 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 40
the back of the handle. The door cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the door is locked. *: The door unlock settings can be changed. (→P. 46) 1 Before driving Press the lock button to lock the door. Pressing and holding the button closes the windows and moon roof. Opening the trunk Press the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 41
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk Antenna location and effective range - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 42
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 43
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 44
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 45
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 46
prevent unintended triggering of the alarm, unlock the doors using the wireless remote control and open and close a door once after the settings have been changed. (If a door is not opened within 60 seconds after is pressed, the doors will be locked again and the alarm will automatically be set.) In - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 47
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 48
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 49
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 50
lever was not in "P". When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON or ACCESSORY mode, the driver's door was closed after driving Close the driver's door. Interior alarm sounds continuously. *1 Shift the shift lever to "P" and turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Interior and exterior - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 51
present. *2 functioning normally. The driver's door was closed after the key was carried outside the vehicle, and the Interior alarm pings "ENGINE START STOP" once and exterior switch was not turned OFF. alarm sounds 3 An occupant carried the times. *1 electronic key outside the vehicle and closed - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 52
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 53
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 54
doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver's door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. 1 Before driving Opens the windows and moon roof (press and hold)* Unlocks the trunk (press and hold) Vehicles equipped with a power trunk opener and closer - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 55
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 56
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void , including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 1 Before driving 57 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 57
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk Doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control or door lock switch. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 58
a key The door cannot be locked if the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle. The key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked. 1 Before driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 59
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 60
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 61
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 62
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk Trunk The trunk can be opened using the trunk opener, entry function or wireless remote control. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 63
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk Canceling the trunk opener feature Turn the main switch in the glove box off to disable the trunk opener. On Off The trunk lid cannot be opened even with the wireless remote control or the entry function. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 64
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 65
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 66
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 67
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 68
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 69
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats Passenger's seat Driver's seat Seat position cushion (front) angle switch Vertical height adjustment switch Lumbar support switch Driver's seat: 4 way Front passenger's seat: 2 way Seat cushion length adjustment switch 70 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 70
components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Operating the front passenger's seat from the driver's seat Without rear console display Passenger's seat Tilts the seatback forward Tilts the seatback backward Moves the seat forward Moves the seat backward 1 Before driving With rear console display - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 71
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Operating the front passenger's seat from the rear seat (with relaxation seat) 5-seat models Moves the front passenger's seat forward The signal beeps when the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 72
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Active head restraints If the vehicle detects an impact during a rear-end collision, the front part of the head restraint moves forward and upward to - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 73
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 74
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 75
steering wheel) Power rear seat∗ 5-seat models without relaxation seat Seat selection switch The indicator light for the seat that can be operated comes on. Seat position adjustment switch Seatback upper angle adjustment switch Head restraint height adjustment switch (→P. 95) Pelvic support seat - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 76
wheel) 5-seat models with relaxation seat 1 Before driving The rear seat behind the front passenger's seat is a relaxation seat, which is equipped with a seatback angle adjustment function and an ottoman. Seat selection switch The indicator light (→P. 82)/pelvic support seat controller (→P. 81 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 77
wheel) 4-seat models The rear seat behind the front passenger's seat is a relaxation seat, which is equipped with a seatback angle adjustment function and an ottoman. Seat selection switch The indicator light Rear seat relaxation system (→P. 82)/pelvic support seat controller (→P. 81) The seat - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 78
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Returning the rear seat from the front seats The seat will return to the neutral position while the button is pressed and held. 1 Before driving 79 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 79
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Relaxation mode operation (with relaxation seat) Relaxation mode can be entered by operating a switch. The front passenger seat will move forward, and then the seatback - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 80
same speed level as when previously operated. Each time is pressed, the speed changes between 3 levels. Pressing "OFF" stops the vibration function. 1 Before driving With relaxation seat Support plate position adjustment switch Vibration switch Press to operate the vibration function. Vibration - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 81
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Rear seat relaxation system (with relaxation seat) Pneumatic chambers built into the rear seat behind the front passenger's seat provide the occupant with pressure of - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 82
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 83
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 84
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 85
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 86
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Driving position memory Your preferred driving position (the position of the driver's seat and steering wheel, angle of the outside rear view mirrors, and height of seat belt shoulder anchor) can be memorized and recalled with the touch of - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 87
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 88
only one of the keys (including the card key) to which you want to link the driving position. If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot be linked properly. STEP 1 STEP 2 Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF and close the driver's door. While pressing the desired button - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 89
return function (entering the vehicle) When either of the following actions has been performed, the steering wheel will move toward the driver and seat will move forward: ● The "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. ● The driver seat belt has been fastened. 90 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 90
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 91
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 92
Rear seat position memory∗ 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) The rear seat position can be memorized and recalled with the touch of a button. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 93
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 94
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Head restraints Head restraints are provided for all seats. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 95
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 96
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 97
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seat belts Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 98
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 99
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Pre-collision seat belts (front seats of vehicles with pre-collision system) If the system determines that a collision is unavoidable, the front seatbelts will retract before the collision. (→P. 312) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 100
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 101
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 102
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 103
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 104
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Steering wheel The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position while the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or when the driver's seat belt is fastened. Up Down Away from the driver Toward the driver 1 Before driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 105
to detect the headlights of vehicles behind and automatically reduce the reflected light. Turns automatic mode on/ off The indicator comes on when automatic mode is turned on. The mirror will revert to automatic mode each time the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode. Adjusting - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 106
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 107
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Outside rear view mirrors Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. Selects a mirror to adjust ("L": left or "R": right) Adjusts the mirror up, down, in, or out - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 108
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 109
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Power windows The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches. Closing One-touch closing* Opening One-touch opening* *: Pushing the switch in the opposite direction will stop window travel partway. Lock switch Press the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 110
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 111
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 112
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Moon roof Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 113
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 114
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 115
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 116
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 117
1-5. Refueling Closing the fuel tank cap When replacing the fuel tank cap, turn it until a clicking sound is heard. After releasing your hand, the cap will turn slightly to the opposite direction. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 118
1-5. Refueling CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 119
when you leave the vehicle. The indicator light flashes after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned OFF to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to indicate that the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 120
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 121
1-6. Theft deterrent system Alarm The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forcible entry is detected. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 122
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 123
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 124
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture Drive in a good posture as follows: Sit upright and the controls are easily operable. (→P. 70) Adjust the tilt and telescopic positions of the steering wheel downward so the SRS driver airbag is facing your chest. (→P. 105) Adjust the head restraint - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 125
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 126
cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury. 1 Before driving SRS front airbags SRS driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 127
1-7. Safety information SRS side and curtain shield airbags Front SRS side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants Rear SRS side airbags (power rear seat) Can help protect the torso of the outside rear seat occupants SRS curtain shield airbags Can help protect primarily the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 128
driving Front passenger occupant detection system (ECU and sensors) Front passenger's seat belt buckle switch Knee airbags Front passenger airbag Curtain shield airbags Front side airbags Active head restraints Side and curtain shield airbag sensors "AIR BAG ON" and "AIR BAG OFF" indicator light - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 129
severe frontal or side impacts, the SRS airbag system triggers the airbag inflators. A chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occupants. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 130
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 131
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 132
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 133
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 134
of the front pillars, rear pillars or roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags inside is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. 1 Before driving CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 135
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 136
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 137
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 138
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 139
detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for front passenger. Without touch screen With touch screen SRS warning light Front passenger's seat belt reminder light "AIR BAG OFF" indicator light "AIR BAG ON" indicator - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 140
1-7. Safety information Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 141
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 142
front passenger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 145) In case indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual on how to install the child restraint system properly. (→P. 150) CAUTION 1 *5: Before - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 143
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 144
and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems. 1 Before driving Points to remember Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 150) 145 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 145
1-7. Safety information Types of child restraints Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat Forward facing ⎯ Convertible seat Booster seat 146 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 146
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 147
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 148
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 149
1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the outside rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 150
LATCH anchors. STEP 4 If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system. STEP 2 1 Before - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 151
LATCH anchors. STEP 4 If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchors. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system. STEP 2 Canada only 152 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 152
1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 153
1-7. Safety information STEP 4 While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place. After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 154
shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. 1 Before driving If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 155
1-7. Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt. Child restraint systems with a top tether strap STEP 1 Secure the child restraint using a seat belt or the lower anchors, and move the head restraint in - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 156
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 157
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 158
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 159
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 160
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 161
is not a AWD vehicle designed for real off-road driving. Proceed with all due caution if it becomes unavoidable to drive off-road. ● Do not drive across river crossings or through other bodies of water. This may cause electric/electronic components to short circuit, damage the engine or cause other - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 162
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 163
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 164
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 165
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 166
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 167
2-1. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes "ENGINE START STOP" switch modes. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 168
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 169
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 170
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 171
2-1. Driving procedures Automatic Transmission (without paddle shift switches) Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 172
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 173
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 174
used. This can be used when it is desirable to prevent unnecessary upshifting, such as when driving uphill, or to change the level of engine braking force, such as when driving downhill. Upshifting Downshifting The initial shift range in "S" mode is set automatically between "3" and "7" according - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 175
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 176
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 177
2-1. Driving procedures Automatic Transmission (with paddle shift switches) Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. 2 When driving "-" paddle shift switch "+" paddle shift switch Shift lever - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 178
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 179
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 180
be used. This can be used when it is desirable to prevent unnecessary upshifting, such as when driving uphill, or to change the level of engine braking force, such as when driving downhill. A shift range can be selected by operating the "-" and "+" paddle shift switches. Lower shift range Downshifts - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 181
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 182
allowing you to drive in the gear of your choosing. Upshifting Downshifting Each time the shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated, the gear changes up or changed in the following situations: ● When vehicle speed drops (downshift only). ● When the automatic transmission fluid or engine - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 183
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 184
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 185
Driving procedures Turn signal lever Right turn Left turn Lane change to the right (move the lever partway and then release it) The right hand signals will flash 3 times. 2 Lane change to the left (move the lever partway and then release it) The left hand signals will flash 3 times. When driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 186
2-1. Driving procedures Parking brake For the parking brake, an electrical parking brake system is adopted. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 187
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 188
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 189
off. STEP 1 Press the brake hold switch. The brake hold standby indicator ( ) comes on when the system is turned on. Type A 2 Type B When driving Without paddle shift switches STEP 2 Depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle while the shift lever is in "D", "S" or "N". The brakes will be - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 190
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 191
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 192
2-1. Driving procedures Horn To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. 194 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 193
START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode. Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute Multi-information display →P. 202 Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank Trip meter and trip meter reset buttons Odometer - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 194
cluster Shift position and shift range →P. 173, 179 Instrument panel light control buttons Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature Trip meter and trip meter reset buttons Changes the display Resets the trip meter currently displayed to "0" Instrument panel - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 195
2-2. Instrument cluster NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 196
2-2. Instrument cluster Indicators and warning lights The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle's various systems. Instrument cluster The units used on the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 197
2-2. Instrument cluster Center panel (with touch screen) 2 When driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 198
(→P. 252) "AIR BAG ON" and "AIR BAG OFF" indicators (→P. 140) (Canada) *1 Eco Driving Indicator Light (→P. 205) (if equipped) *1 "ECO MODE" indicator (→P. 175, 181) (without touch screen) (if equipped) "SPORT" mode indicator (→P. 259) *1 "AIR BAG ON" and "AIR (with touch screen) BAG OFF - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 199
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 200
driver with a variety of drivingrelated data, including the current outside air temperature. ● Trip information (→P. 202) Displays cruising range, fuel consumption and other cruising related information. ● Intuitive parking assist display (if equipped)* (→P. 243) ● Dynamic radar cruise control - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 201
2-2. Instrument cluster Without telephone switch "DISP" switch Display items can be switched by pressing the "DISP" switch. "RESET" switch 2 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 202
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 203
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 204
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 205
and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. The headlights, other exterior lights and instrument panel lights turn on and off automatically. (When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode) 2 When driving 207 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 206
, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. The headlights, other exterior lights and instrument panel lights turn on and off automatically. (When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 207
off. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off. When driving AFS AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) improves visibility at intersections and on curves by automatically adjusting the direction of light axis of the headlights according to vehicle speed and the degree of the tire - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 208
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 209
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 210
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Automatic High Beam∗ The Automatic High Beam uses an in-vehicle camera sensor to assess the brightness of streetlights, the lights of oncoming and preceding vehicles, etc., and automatically turns high beam on or off as necessary. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 211
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Type B STEP 1 Headlight switch in "AUTO" position. 2 When driving STEP 2 Push the lever away from you. The Automatic High Beam indicator will come on when the headlights are turned on automatically to indicate that the system is active. 213 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 212
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Switching to high beam Turn the light switch to position. 2 When driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 214
lights or fog lights. Vehicles ahead have headlights that are either switched off, dirty, are changing color, or have are not aimed properly. When driving through an area of intermittently changing that the high beam may be causing problems or distress to other drivers or pedestrians nearby. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 215
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 216
Operating the lights and windshield wipers Fog light switch The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain or fog. The fog lights can be turned on only when the headlights are on low beam. Type A Turns the front fog lights off Turns the front fog lights on 218 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 217
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Type B Turns the front fog lights off Turns the front fog lights on 2 When driving 219 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 218
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Windshield wipers and washer With "AUTO" selected, the wipers will operate automatically when the sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 219
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Type B Rain-sensing wiper operation Low speed wiper operation High speed wiper operation Temporary operation 2 When driving 221 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 220
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Increases the sensitivity Decreases the sensitivity Washer/wiper dual operation Wipers operate automatically. (After operating several times, the wipers operate one more time after a short delay to prevent dripping.) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 221
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 223
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Headlight cleaner switch∗ Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights. Press the switch to clean the headlights. 2 When driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 224
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control∗ Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. Indicator Cruise control switch - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 225
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 228
2-4. Using other driving systems Dynamic radar cruise control∗ Dynamic radar cruise control supplements conventional cruise control with a vehicle-to-vehicle distance control. In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 229
2-4. Using other driving systems STEP 2 Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed, and push the lever down to set the speed. The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed. 2 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 230
2-4. Using other driving systems In the constant speed control mode (→P. 236), the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows: Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 231
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 232
be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control. Example of deceleration cruising When the vehicle ahead is driving slower than the set speed When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 233
systems Example of follow-up cruising When following a vehicle driving slower than the set speed The system continues follow-up cruising while adjusting for changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver. Example of acceleration - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 234
2-4. Using other driving systems Selecting conventional constant speed control mode Constant speed been set, it is not possible to return to vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode. If the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned off and then turned to IGNITION ON mode again, the vehicle will - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 235
2-4. Using other driving systems Adjusting the speed setting: →P. 231 Canceling and resuming the speed setting: →P. 233 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 236
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 239
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 240
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 241
2-4. Using other driving systems Intuitive parking assist∗ The distance to obstacles measured by the sensors is communicated via the multi-information display and a buzzer when parallel parking or maneuvering into a garage. Always check the surrounding area when using this system. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 242
2-4. Using other driving systems Display When the sensors detect an obstacle, the graphic is shown on the multiinformation display and touch screen (if equipped) according to position and distance to the obstacle. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 243
2-4. Using other driving systems The distance display and buzzer When a sensor detects an obstacle, the direction of and the approximate distance to the obstacle are displayed and the buzzer sounds. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 244
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 245
2-4. Using other driving systems Sensors that operate and detection range The following diagrams show the sensor detection range. Note that sensors may not be able to detect obstacles that are extremely close to the vehicle. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 246
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 247
2-4. Using other driving systems Customization of the intuitive parking assist (with touch to display the "Setup" screen. (→P. 345) Touch "Vehicle" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "LEXUS Park Assist" on the "Vehicle Settings" screen. Alert volume setting Display on/off Alert distance setting 2 When - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 248
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 249
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 250
2-4. Using other driving systems LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)∗ While driving on a freeway or motor highway that has lane markings, this system recognizes the lanes using a camera as a sensor to assist the driver with staying in the lane. The LKA system has two functions. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 251
2-4. Using other driving systems Dynamic radar cruise control display The dynamic radar cruise control display is shown when the dynamic radar cruise control is being used. (→P. 230) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 252
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 255
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 256
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 257
2-4. Using other driving systems Electronically modulated air suspension∗ The electronically modulated air suspension is a system that allows selection of vehicle height and damping of the shock absorbers according to road and driving conditions. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 258
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 259
driving systems Rear view monitor system∗ The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an image of the area behind the vehicle. The image is displayed in reverse on the screen. This reversed image is a similar image to the one on the inside rear view mirror. The rear view image - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 260
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 263
2-4. Using other driving systems Advanced parking guidance system∗ The advanced parking guidance system supports the driver during reverse parking by displaying a rear-view image and controlling the steering wheel to help the driver reverse the vehicle into a target parking position set on the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 264
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2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 266
2-4. Using other driving systems Driving precautions When the grade behind the vehicle slopes up sharply, any part of the vehicle sags due to the number of passengers or the distribution of the load, there is a margin of error between the set target parking position on the screen, and the actual - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 267
2-4. Using other driving systems Parking assist mode (Perpendicular parking) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 268
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 269
2 STEP 4 When the chime sounds twice, stop your vehicle and straighten the steering wheel. To enter the target parking space more accurately, position your vehicle with a larger heading angle. When driving When the pre-support function is not in use Move your vehicle slowly to a posiSTEP 1 tion - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 270
2-4. Using other driving systems STEP 2 Move your vehicle to a position where you vehicle or small vehicles are parked on both sides of the desired parking space, stop with the steering wheel straight. • By stopping the vehicle here, you can mostly identify the parking location, making it easier - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 271
position. Touch on the screen (only when the pre-support function is not in use). STEP 2 2 When driving Use the arrow to align the green frame with the target parking space, touch . • There may be times when, due to image distortion, the green frame does not match the parking space lines on the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 272
rest your hands on the steering wheel without applying any pressure. Check your surroundings and behind the vehicle for safety, and slowly back up, using the brake pedal to control the vehicle's speed. If you touch "X", assistance is canceled. You can change the target parking position by touching - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 273
2-4. Using other driving systems STEP 4 Once the vehicle is mostly within the target the target parking position. Furthermore, at that point system control will finish, so grip the steering wheel firmly, and finish parking in the desired position, using the brake to control the vehicle's speed - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 274
2-4. Using other driving systems The front side sensors identify the parking space location and the white lines near that location are detected. The front side sensors cannot identify - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 275
Directly touching the target point: 2 Touch the front edge of the place you wish to move. When driving By touching the point you wish to move the frame to, you can move the green frame. If you touch the following areas, the green - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 276
2-4. Using other driving systems Parallel parking assist mode - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 277
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 278
driving systems STEP 2 Move your vehicle slowly alongside the vehicle parked in front of the target parking space. Your vehicle should move parallel to the road or shoulder and be approximately 3 ft. (1 m) away from the side of the parked vehicle. To discontinue the guidance, push the pre-support - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 279
2-4. Using other driving systems When the pre-support function is not in use STEP 1 2 Move your vehicle slowly can see the front edge of the leading parked vehicle right beside you, with the steering wheel straight. If there is no leading parked vehicle, the system will display the target parking - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 280
Using other driving systems ● While backing up STEP 1 Place the shift lever in the "R" position. Touch on the screen (only when the pre-support function is target parking space, touch . • There may be times when, due to image distortion, the green frame does not match the parking space lines on the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 281
your hands on the steering wheel without applying any pressure. Check your surroundings and behind the vehicle for safety, and slowly back up, using the brake pedal to control the vehicle's speed. If you touch "X", assistance is canceled. 2 When driving You can change the target parking position - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 282
2-4. Using other driving systems STEP 4 Once the vehicle is mostly within the target the target parking position. Furthermore, at that point system control will finish, so grip the steering wheel firmly, and finish parking in the desired position, using the brake to control the vehicle's speed - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 283
the screen, you can move the green frame. Adjusting the left-right alignment first will make subsequent alignment easier. Directly touching the target point: When driving By touching the point you wish to move the frame to, you can move the green frame. Touch the front edge of the place you - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 284
2-4. Using other driving systems ● If there is a slope in the road The assisted parking the forward parked vehicle, and the extended green line with the lower edge of the parked vehicle's rear wheel when setting the target parking position, the left side of your vehicle will be roughly in line with - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 285
is low. ! System cannot guide under If the message is displayed current conditions. constantly, there is most likely a malfunction. What to do Change the vehicle's position, referring to the help function. Have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. 2 When driving ! Use on flat surface - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 286
in Have your vehicle checked by the voice guidance system. your Lexus dealer. The engine has not been started. ! Release parking brake. ! Too much force applied to the steering wheel. The parking brake has been applied. Start the engine. Release the parking brake. You are exerting too much Loosen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 287
the cated. steering wheel, you can no longer change the target parking position. Be sure to align the frame before turning the steering wheel. You have begun target parking position. Do not depress the accelerator pedal. 2 When driving ! Parking position has not been set. ! Speed is too fast - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 288
2-4. Using other driving systems Message ! Guidance unavailable. ! System not ready. ! Depress the brake pedal. Cause Some sort of malfunction has occurred within the system. "OK" is touched while the brake hold system is on. What to do Have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. Take your - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 289
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2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 291
be displayed. 2 Angle too small If the orientation of the vehicle is incorrect, the message "Start with larger vehicle heading angle." will be displayed. When driving Near the front of the parking space Too close If the vehicle is near the front of the parking space, or too close, the message - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 292
2-4. Using other driving systems ● Displayed message and vehicle position for parallel parking assist mode Too far If the vehicle is too far from other parked vehicles, the message " - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 293
a correction using the following method in accordance with the display. When the vehicle is stopped, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left, then all the way to the right. (It does not matter in the above screen remains, have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer. 2 When driving 295 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 294
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2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 296
is wet and reflects light, or puddles have formed. ● The sun is shining directly on the camera, for example early morning or late afternoon. ● The parking space is covered with snow or de-icing agent. ● There are markings or maintenance marks on the road surface. ● The color or brightness of the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 297
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 299
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 300
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION ● If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehi- cle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally. ● When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium lights, or mercury lights, the lights and the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 301
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 302
2-4. Using other driving systems NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 303
2-4. Using other driving systems NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 304
2-4. Using other driving systems Driving assist systems To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 305
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other driving systems Disabling TRAC and/or VSC If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. vehicle is stopped to turn off TRAC and VSC. The VSC off indicator light will come on, and a message will be displayed on the multi-information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 307
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 310
2-4. Using other driving systems Pre-Collision System∗ When the radar sensor detects possibility of a frontal collision, the pre-collision system such as the brakes and seat belts are automatically engaged to lessen impact and injuries to occupants as well as vehicle damage. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 311
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2-4. Using other driving systems Radar sensor Detects vehicles or other obstacles on or near the road ahead and determines whether a collision is imminent based on the position, speed, - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 313
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2-4. Using other driving systems ● Suspension control (if equipped) • Vehicle speed is above 4 mph (5 km/h). • The relative speed difference between your vehicle and another vehicle that is forward of - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 315
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 319
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 320
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 321
2-4. Using other driving systems NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 322
Driving information Cargo and luggage Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo capacity and load. fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 323
this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing. Example based on your vehicle 2 Cargo capacity Total load capacity When driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 324
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 325
2-5. Driving information Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 326
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 327
2-5. Driving information Winter driving tips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 328
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 329
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 330
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 331
2-5. Driving information Trailer towing Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your Lexus is not designed for trailer towing or for the use - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 332
2-5. Driving information Dinghy towing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 333
touching the screen with your finger, you can control the audio system and air conditioning system, and adjust the screen display, etc. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". With navigation system Without navigation system 338 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 334
Owner's Manual P. 345/ Navigation System Owner's Manual P. 340/ Navigation System Owner's Manual Navigation System Owner's Manual Navigation System Owner's Manual P. 350/ Navigation System Owner's Manual 3 Interior features The initial screen If the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is set to ACCESSORY - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 335
using R" / "G". If you do not touch the screen for 20 seconds, the system will return to the previous screen. With CD mode With DVD mode "R" "Color" Red "-" "Tone" "Contrast" "Brightness" Lighter Weaker Darker "G" Green "+" Darker Stronger Brighter 340 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 336
3-1. Using the touch screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 337
3-1. Using the touch screen Inputting letters and numbers/List screen operation Letters and numbers can be input via the screen. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 338
3-1. Using the touch screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 339
3-1. Using the touch screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 340
3-1. Using the touch screen Set up screen (without navigation system) You can change the touch screen to your desired settings. Press "SETUP" to display the "Setup" screen. 3 Interior features Switch "General" "Clock" "Voice" "Phone" "Audio" "Vehicle" P. 346 P. 598 P. 349 P. 549 P. 462 P. 249 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 341
language Rear seat entertainment system lock (if equipped) Beep on/off Select keyboard layout Delete personal data Save the settings Make sure to save after changing settings. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 342
3-1. Using the touch screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 343
3-1. Using the touch screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 344
on/off without pressing the talk switch more than once Select voice guidance projection Restore default settings Save the settings Make sure to save after changing settings. 3 Interior features 349 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 345
Using the touch screen Information screen (without navigation system) "Information" screen can be used to display the fuel consumption information or operate the hands-free system. Press "INFO/PHONE" to display the "Information" screen. Switch "Phone" "Fuel Consumption" P. 535 P. 351 Page 350 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 346
Previous fuel consumption per minute Current fuel consumption per minute Cruising range Average fuel consumption for the past 30 minutes is divided by color into past averages and averages attained since the "ENGINE START STOP" switch was last turned to IGNITION ON mode. 3 Interior features 351 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 347
automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. Driver's side temperature setting display Automatic mode Fan speed display Air flow display Changes the air outlets used Passenger's side temperature setting display Fan speed Driver's side temperature control Off Dual operation button - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 348
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger STEP 3 Press "∧" on "TEMP" or "PASSENGER TEMP" to increase the temperature and "∨" to decrease the temperature. The temperature for the driver and passenger seats can be set separately. Adjusting the settings - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 349
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 350
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet Feet and windshield 3 Interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 351
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Defogging the windshield Press . The air conditioning system operates automatically. Micro dust and pollen filter Press . Outside air mode switches to (recirculated air) mode. Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 352
automatic mode STEP 1 Press seconds. for 2 or more STEP 2 Press "∧" (increase) or "∨" (decrease) on "TEMP". From -3 (low) to 3 (high) can be set. 3 Interior features Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets Front center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 353
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. Rear center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. Rear side outlets Direct - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 354
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 355
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 356
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 357
temperature display Passenger's side temperature control Outside air or recirculated air mode Passenger's side temperature display Micro dust and pollen filter Off Windshield defogger With navigation system Without navigation system 362 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 358
Air flow display Air purifier and rear air conditioning operation switch 3 Interior features Air conditioning on/off switch Driver's side temperature control 4-zone operation filter Windshield defogger Outside air or recirculated air mode With navigation system Without navigation system 363 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 359
) The voice command system is used to turn the air conditioning system on and off and to change temperature settings. Without paddle shift switches Pull to operate the voice command system. (→"Navigation System Owner's Manual") With paddle shift switches Press to operate the voice command system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 360
and fan speed for the right-hand and left-hand seats may be set separately depending on the temperature setting. (with rear air conditioning system) 3 Interior features Adjusting the settings - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 361
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger With rear air conditioning system Press "∧" on "TEMP" or "PASSENGER TEMP" to increase the temperature and "∨" to decrease the temperature. The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous modes each time "4-ZONE" is pressed - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 362
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 363
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows as shown below according to the mode selected. Upper body Upper body and feet Feet Feet and windshield 368 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 364
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 365
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 366
refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Touch screen without navigation system STEP 1 Press until the "Adjust Exhaust Gas Sensor" screen appears while the vehicle is stopped. Touch any switch of STEP 2 (lower sensitivity ↔ higher sensitivity) on the operation screen. Interior features 371 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 367
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets Front center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 368
the vent. Rear side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. 3 Interior features Roof side outlets (with rear air conditioning system) Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. 373 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 369
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 370
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 371
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 372
Left side air flow display Air volume display Right side air flow display Right side temperature display Air volume 3 Interior features Left side temperature control Changes the left side air outlet used Right side temperature control Changes the right side air outlet used ∗: If equipped 377 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 373
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger 4-seat models Changes the left side air outlets used Automatic mode Off Air volume Changes the right side air outlets used Left side temperature control Right side temperature control Left side temperature display Left side air flow display Air - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 374
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 375
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Upper body and feet Feet - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 376
the rear package tray.) Press "OFF" to turn the fan off. Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets Rear center outlets (without rear console display) Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. 3 Interior features Rear center - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 377
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Rear side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. Roof side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. 382 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 378
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 379
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 380
defoggers. The defoggers will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. The operation time changes according to the ambient temperature and vehicle speed. Pressing the button again also turns the defoggers off. 3 Interior features With touch screen On/off Press to turn on the rear window and - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 381
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 382
button again also turns the de-icer off. With touch screen (without navigation system) Press "CLIMATE" to display the STEP 1 air conditioning operation screen. 3 Interior features With touch screen (with navigation system) Press "CLIMATE" to display the STEP 1 air conditioning operation screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 383
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger STEP 2 Touch to turn on the windshield wiper de-icer. The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes. Touching the switch again also turns the de-icer off. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 384
(without touch screen) CD player with changer and AM/FM radio 3 Interior features Title Using the radio Using the CD player Playing back MP3 and WMA discs Optimal use of the audio system Using the AUX port Using the steering wheel audio switches Page P. 391 P. 395 P. 401 P. 407 P. 409 P. 410 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 385
3-3. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 386
audio system Using the radio Station selector Changing the program types Displays radio text messages Seeking any traffic program station Power Volume Silencing a sound Adjusting the frequency 3 AM/FM mode buttons Seeking the frequency Scanning for receivable stations Interior features 391 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 387
3-3. Using the audio system Setting station presets STEP 1 Search for desired stations by turning or pressing "∧" or STEP 2 "∨" on "SEEK•TRACK". Press and hold the button (from "1" to "6") the station is to be set to, and you will hear a beep. Scanning radio stations - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 388
3-3. Using the audio system RDS (Radio Data System) This feature allows your radio to receive station identification information and program information (classical, jazz, etc.) from radio stations which broadcast this information. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 389
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 390
3-3. Using the audio system Using the CD player Repeat play Random playback Displays text message Silencing a sound Disc slot Disc load Disc selection 3 Search playback Disc eject Power Volume Interior features Track selection Playback Loading discs - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 391
3-3. Using the audio system STEP 3 Insert the next disc when the indicator on the slot turns from amber to green again. Repeat the procedure for the remaining discs. To stop the operation, press "CD•AUX". Ejecting discs - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 392
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 393
3-3. Using the audio system Switching the display Press "TEXT". Each time the switch is pressed, the display changes in the order of Track no./ Elapsed time → Disc title → Track title. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 394
3-3. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 395
3-3. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 396
play Random playback Displays text message Silencing a sound Disc slot Disc load File selection Disc selection 3 Search playback File selection Playback Selecting a folder Disc eject Power Volume Interior features Loading, ejecting and selecting MP3 and WMA discs →P. 395, 396 Selecting a folder - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 397
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 398
3-3. Using the audio system Switching the display Press "TEXT". Each time the switch is pressed, the display changes in the order of the Folder no./File no./Elapsed time → Folder name → File name → Album title (MP3 only) → Track title → Artist name. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 399
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 400
standards and limitations are as follows. • Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels (including the root) • Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters • Maximum number of folders: 192 (including the root) • title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags. 3 Interior features 405 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 401
3-3. Using the audio system ● MP3 and WMA playback When a disc containing MP3 or WMA files is inserted, all files on the disc are first checked. Once the file check is finished, the first MP3 or WMA file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we recommend you do not write in any - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 402
the ASL Changing the sound quality modes 3 Interior features Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) Press "ASL". The ASL switches between on and off modes each time the switch is pressed. ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to the noise level as you drive your - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 403
3-3. Using the audio system Display "DRIVER" "FRONT" "REAR" "ALL" Listening position Position best suited to the driver's seat Position best suited to the driver's and front passenger's seats Position best suited to the rear seats Position best suited to all seats Adjusting sound quality and - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 404
3-3. Using the audio system Using the AUX port This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle's speakers. STEP 1 Open the cover and connect the portable audio device. STEP 2 Press "CD•AUX". 3 Interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 405
system Using the steering wheel audio switches Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. Turns the power on until you hear a beep. Changing the audio source Press "MODE" when the audio system is turned on. The audio source changes as follows each time the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 406
or "∨" on to select a radio station. To scan for receivable stations, press and hold "∧" or "∨" on until you hear a beep. 3 Selecting a track/file Interior features STEP 1 STEP 2 Press "MODE" to select the CD mode. Press "∧" or "∨" on to select the desired track/file. Selecting a disc STEP 1 STEP - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 407
Audio system type (touch screen without navigation system) CD and (optional) DVD player with changer, and AM/FM radio Press "AUDIO" to display the audio control screen. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Type A (DVD player with - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 408
3-3. Using the audio system Type B (DVD player with changer, and AM/FM radio) 3 Type C (CD player with changer, and AM/FM radio) Interior features 413 The audio control screen may differ slightly depending on the types of audio equipped. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 409
WMA discs, DVD video discs and DVD audio discs. Title Page P. 416 P. 425 P. 428 P. 433 P. 446 P. 450 P. 460 P. 472 P. 482 P. 484 P. 485 P. 490 Using the radio Using the CD/DVD player Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA AUX port Using the rear seat audio controls Using the steering wheel audio switches - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 410
3-3. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 411
3-3. Using the audio system Using the radio Type A and C: Press "AM•FM" or "SAT" and touch each tabs on the audio control screen to choose either an AM, FM band or SAT. Type B: Press "AM" or "FM" and touch each tabs on the audio control screen to choose either an AM or FM band. Type A and C Audio - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 412
3-3. Using the audio system Type B Adjusting the frequency Power Volume Seeking the frequency AM/FM mode buttons Preset tuning 3 The audio control screen may differ slightly depending on the types of audio equipped. Interior features 417 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 413
3-3. Using the audio system Setting station presets STEP 1 Search for desired stations by turning or pressing STEP 2 "∧" or "∨" on "SEEK•TRACK". Touch and hold one of the preset stations (1 - 6) until you hear a beep. Scanning radio stations (excluding XM® Satellite Radio) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 414
3-3. Using the audio system RDS (Radio Data System) (type A and C) This feature allows your radio to receive station identification information and program information (classical, jazz, etc.) from radio stations which broadcast this information. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 415
3-3. Using the audio system STEP 2 Touch "Type Seek" on the screen or press "∧" or "∨" on "SEEK•TRACK". The radio seeks or scans for stations by the relevant program type. If no radio station of that type is found, "Nothing" appears on the screen. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 416
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 417
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 418
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 419
3-3. Using the audio system "CH UNAVL" The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or "CH001". If it does not change automatically, select another channel. Contact the XM® Listener Care Center at 1-877-515-3987. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 420
the CD/DVD∗ player Type A and B Audio/video control screen display button Setting the sound (→P. 482) Disc selection 3 Disc eject Interior features Disc slot Power Volume Disc load File selection Disc selection Playback Track, file and chapter selection/fast forward/rewind ∗: If equipped 425 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 421
3-3. Using the audio system Type C Disc eject Disc slot Disc load Power Volume File selection Track, file and chapter selection/fast forward/rewind Playback Disc selection The audio control screen may differ slightly depending on the types of audio equipped. Loading discs - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 422
3-3. Using the audio system Ejecting discs - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 423
3-3. Using the audio system Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA discs Insert a disc or press "DISC" or "CD" or touch "CD/DVD" tab or "CD" tab on the audio control screen with a disc inserted. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 424
3-3. Using the audio system Selecting, fast forwarding and scanning tracks - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 425
3-3. Using the audio system Selecting a folder - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 426
3-3. Using the audio system Selecting, fast forwarding and scanning files - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 427
3-3. Using the audio system MP3/WMA disc - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 428
, you can enjoy the visual contents of discs only when the vehicle is completely stopped with the "ENGINE START STOP" switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode and the parking brake applied. While you are driving, only audio contents may be played. When a DVD video disc or DVD audio disc is inserted - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 429
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 430
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 431
a menu item and then touch "Enter" to select. Note that specific items or the operating method differs from one DVD to another. Refer to the manual that comes with the DVD disc. (The above image is an example.) 436 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 432
3-3. Using the audio system Searching a desired screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 433
the audio format (DVD audio mode) STEP 1 STEP 2 Touch "Audio" on the "Settings" screen. Each time you touch "Change", the next available audio format is selected. Changing the angle (If the angle option is available) STEP 1 STEP 2 Touch "Angle" on the "Settings" screen. Each time you touch - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 434
Page" on the "Settings" screen to change the page. Repeating a track (DVD audio mode) Touch "RPT" on the "Settings" screen. Random playback (DVD audio mode) Touch "RAND" on the "Settings" screen. Tracks are played in random order. Interior features Scanning tracks (DVD audio mode) STEP 1 Touch - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 435
3-3. Using the audio system Initial DVD setup - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 436
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 437
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 438
Occitan (Afan) Oromo Oriya Panjabi Polish Pashto, Pushto Quechua RhaetoRomance Kirundi Romanian 1914 1915 1917 1918 1919 1920 1921 1923 2001 2005 2007 Interior features Macedonian 1815 Malayalam Mongolian Moldavian Marathi 1823 1901 1904 1907 Kinyarwanda 2008 Sanskrit Sindhi Sangho 2009 2011 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 439
3-3. Using the audio system Code 1319 1320 1325 1401 1405 2023 2111 2118 2126 Language Malay Maltese Burmese Nauru Nepali Twi Ukrainian Urdu Uzbek Code 1908 1909 1911 1912 1913 2209 2215 2315 2408 Language SerboCroatian Sinhalese Slovak Slovenian Samoan Vietnamese Volapük Wolof Xhosa Code 2014 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 440
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 441
you can enjoy the visual contents of discs only when the vehicle is completely stopped with the "ENGINE START STOP" switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode and the parking brake applied. While you are driving, only audio contents may be played. Insert a disc or press "DISC" or touch "CD/DVD" tab on - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 442
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 443
slowly while you are touching . Using the video CD menu Touch "Return" on the "Settings" screen. Refer to the manual that comes with the video CD for specific menu items. Changing the sound-multiplex mode Touch "Main/Sub" on the "Settings" screen. The mode cycles through each time "Main/Sub" is - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 444
3-3. Using the audio system Changing the page Disc menu displaying Touch "Prev. Page" or "Next Page" on the "Settings" screen to change the previous/next page. While playing the video Touch "Prev. Page" or "Next Page" on the "Settings" screen to change the previous/next track. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 445
3-3. Using the audio system CD/DVD player and DVD video disc information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 446
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 447
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 448
option You can select the subtitle and audio languages. ● Region codes 3 The region codes are provided on DVD players and DVD discs. If the DVD video disc does not have the same region code as the DVD player, you cannot play the disc on the DVD player. (→P. 450) ● Audio Interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 449
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 450
fingerprints. ● Compatible disc formats 3 The following disc formats can be used. Interior features • Disc formats: CD-ROM Mode 1 and Mode 2 CD-ROM XA Mode Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels (including the root) • Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters • Maximum number of - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 451
3-3. Using the audio system ● Discs containing multi-session recordings As the audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to play discs that contain MP3 and WMA files. However, only the first session can be played. ● ID3 and WMA tags ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 452
3-3. Using the audio system ● Playback • To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. • CD-R or CD-RW playback may not be possible in some instances, depending on the characteristics of the disc. • There is a - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 453
3-3. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 454
3-3. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 455
music played on a portable player from the vehicle speaker via wireless communication. This audio system supports Bluetooth®, a wireless data system capable of playing portable audio music without cables. If your portable screen may differ slightly depending on the types of audio equipped. 460 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 456
3-3. Using the audio system Status display You can check such indicators as signal strength and battery charge on the screen. Connection status Battery charge 3 Indicators Connection status Conditions Interior features Blue: Good Yellow: Bad : Not connected Full Empty Battery charge 461 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 457
3-3. Using the audio system Setting up the Bluetooth® audio system STEP 1 STEP 2 Press "SETUP". Touch "Audio" on the "Setup" screen. Select portable player Setting up Bluetooth® audio - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 458
the device name Touch "Edit" on the "Portable Player Information" screen. STEP 2 Enter the desired name. ● Changing the connection method STEP 1 Touch "From Vehicle" or "From Portable Player". "From Vehicle": Connect the audio system to the portable player. "From Portable Player": Connect - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 459
3-3. Using the audio system ● Registering Bluetooth® audio STEP 1 STEP 2 Touch "Register" on the "BT Audio Settings" screen. Enter the passcode into the portable player. A message is shown if connection has been successful. If connection fails, a message will be displayed and connection will be re - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 460
Enter the desired passcode. The passcode can be between 4 and 8 characters in length, and is set to "0000" by default. ● Changing the device name Touch "Edit" of "Device Name" on the "BT Audio message will be displayed, touch "Yes" to restore the default settings. 3 Interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 461
. Once registered, you can enjoy your music on the vehicle's audio system. (→P. 463) For the operation procedure for the portable player, consult your player's accompanying instruction manual. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 462
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 463
3-3. Using the audio system Selecting a track/album - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 464
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3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 466
3-3. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 467
3-3. Using the audio system Listening to a USB memory/iPod Connecting a USB memory or iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. Press "AUX•USB" until the "USB" tab appears or touch the "USB" tab on the audio control screen. Audio control screen display button Track selection - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 468
3-3. Using the audio system Connecting the USB memory/iPod Open the cover and connect the player using a cable. Turn on the power of the USB memory or iPod if it is not turned on. Playing an iPod 3 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 469
3-3. Using the audio system Selecting a folder (USB memory) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 470
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 471
3-3. Using the audio system Repeat play - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 472
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 473
3-3. Using the audio system Items related to standards and limitations are as follows: ● Maximum number of lists in device: 9999 ● Maximum number of songs in device: 65535 ● Maximum number of songs per list: 65535 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 474
names The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are those with the extension .mp3 or .wma. ● ID3 and WMA tags 3 Interior features ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track title, artist name, etc. The system is compatible with ID3 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 475
folders. • When the USB device is connected and the audio source is changed to USB memory mode, the USB device will start playing the first file If the same device is removed and reinserted (and the contents have not been changed), the USB device will resume play from the same point in which it was - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 476
3-3. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 477
3-3. Using the audio system Optimal use of the audio/video system Touch "Sound" to adjust the sound settings. "Sound" tab Touch "-" and "+" to adjust the treble, mid or bass to a level between -5 to 5. Touch "Front" and "Rear" to adjust the front/rear audio balance to a level between F7 and R7. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 478
3-3. Using the audio system "DSP" tab Surround on/off (with DVD player) Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) on/off - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 479
3-3. Using the audio system Using the AUX port This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle's speakers. STEP 1 Open the cover and connect the portable audio device. STEP 2 Press "AUX•USB" or touch "AUX" tab on the audio control screen. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 480
5-seat models Volume up/down Power on/off Selecting a folder or an album Selecting a disc or a preset station Selecting an audio source 3 Interior features Radio: Selecting a station Audio CD, DVD audio, Video CD, Bluetooth® audio or iPod: Selecting a track DVD video: Selecting a chapter MP3 CD - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 481
3-3. Using the audio system 4-seat models Radio: Selecting a station Audio CD, DVD audio, Video CD, Bluetooth® audio or iPod: Selecting a track DVD video: Selecting a chapter MP3 CD, WMA CD or USB memory: Selecting a file Power on/off Selecting an audio source Volume up/down Selecting a folder - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 482
3-3. Using the audio system Changing the audio source Press "MODE" to change the audio source. The audio source changes as follows each time the button is pressed. If no . Press and hold the button to continue increasing or decreasing the volume. 3 Interior features Selecting a radio station - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 483
3-3. Using the audio system Selecting a track Audio CD, DVD audio or Video CD STEP 1 Press "MODE" to select the DVD player. STEP 2 Press "1" (DISC) to select a disc. STEP 3 Press "∧" or "∨" on "TUNE TRACK" to select a track. Bluetooth® audio player ® STEP 1 Press "MODE" to select the Bluetooth - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 484
3-3. Using the audio system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 485
3-3. Using the audio system Using the steering wheel audio switches Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. Without paddle shift switches Turns the power on, selects audio source Volume Radio mode: Selects radio stations CD mode: Selects tracks, files (MP3 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 486
can be turned off by holding until you hear a beep. Changing the audio source Press "MODE" when the audio system is turned on. The audio source changes as follows each time the switch is pressed. If no discs →DVD player→Bluetooth® audio player→VTR→ AUX→iPod or USB memory→AM 3 Interior features 491 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 487
3-3. Using the audio system Adjusting the volume Without paddle shift switches Pull "+" to increase the volume and "-" to decrease the volume. Hold the switch in that position to continue increasing or decreasing the volume. With paddle shift switches Press "+" to increase the volume and "-" to - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 488
3-3. Using the audio system Selecting a folder STEP 1 STEP 2 Press "MODE" to select USB memory mode. Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on until you hear a beep. Selecting an album STEP 1 STEP 2 Press "MODE" to select Bluetooth® audio player mode. Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on until you hear a beep. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 489
system features∗ (without navigation system) The rear seat entertainment system is designed for the rear passengers to enjoy audio and DVD video separately from the front audio system. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 5-seat - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 490
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system 4-seat models 3 Interior features Front audio system Display DVD player Headphone volume control dials and headphone jacks A/V input port Rear seat entertainment system controller 495 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 491
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Rear seat entertainment system controller To use the buttons under the cover, slide the cover down. Turning on or off the display (5-seat models) ● On Press "ON", "DVD", "VIDEO", "SOURCE" or . ● Off Press "OFF". Turning on or off operations can be - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 492
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Opening or closing the display (4-seat models) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 493
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 494
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Changing the source STEP 1 Press "SOURCE" to display the source screen. STEP 2 Select an audio source using "ENT". 3 Interior features Changing the speaker output To play the rear audio over the speakers in the vehicle, turn "Speaker Output" on. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 495
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 496
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 497
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 498
station appears on the screen. Tuning the station Press or until the desired station appears on the screen. or , the stations will be searched automati3 Interior features Press and hold cally. 503 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 499
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Using the front DVD player Turning on DVD player mode Selecting a disc Selecting a disc Press "∧" or "∨" on "CH DISC" until the desired slot number appears on the screen. ● Audio CD, MP3/WMA discs →P. 508 ● DVD video/audio →P. 509 ● Video CD →P. 519 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 500
or select "RrDVD" on the source screen. Loading a disc 5-seat models Insert the disc into the slot with the label side up. The "DISC" indicator light turns on while the disc is loaded. The player will play the track or chapter, and will repeat it after it reaches the end. 3 Interior features 505 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 501
system 4-seat models STEP 1 Open the cover. STEP 2 Insert the disc into the slot with the label side up. The "DISC" indicator light turns on while the disc is loaded. The player will play the track or chapter, and will repeat it after it reaches the end. STEP 3 Close the cover. Ejecting - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 502
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system 4-seat models STEP 1 Open the cover. STEP 2 Press and remove the disc. 3 Interior features STEP 3 Close the cover. Playing a disc ● Audio CD, MP3/WMA discs →P. 508 ● DVD video/audio →P. 509 ● Video CD →P. 519 507 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 503
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA discs - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 504
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Playing a DVD video/audio - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 505
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 506
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 507
. For the operation of the title selection screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. Turning on the menu screen (DVD video mode the menu screen. For the operation of the menu screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. Fast forwarding/rewinding a disc Perform either of the following - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 508
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Slow playback Perform either of the following: ● Select select ● Press while and then select . Video is played slowly when you by pressing and holding "ENT". and then press and hold is being pressed. . Video is played slowly Searching a desired screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 509
"Subtitle" on the settings screen. Select "Subtitle". Each time you press "ENT", the next available language is selected. "Hide": hide the subtitle Changing the audio language (DVD video mode) STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Audio" on the settings screen. Select "Audio". Each time you press "ENT", the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 510
the next available audio format is selected. Changing the angle (If the angle option is available) STEP 1 STEP 2 3 Select "Angle" on the settings screen. Select "Angle". Each time you press "ENT", the next available angle is selected. Interior features Changing the page (DVD audio mode) Select - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 511
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Initial DVD setup - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 512
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 513
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 514
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Playing a video CD - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 515
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 516
and holding "ENT". and then press and hold is being pressed. . Video is played slowly or on the control icon screen by pressing and . 3 Interior features Using the video CD menu Select "Return" on the settings screen. Refer to the manual that comes with the video CD for specific menu items. 521 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 517
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Selecting a desired screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 518
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system DVD player and DVD video disc information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 519
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 520
Using the port 5-seat models Open the cover. The A/V input port is composed of 3 input ports. Yellow: Image input port White: Left channel audio input port Red: Right channel audio input port 3 Interior features 4-seat models Open the cover. The A/V input port is composed of 3 input ports. Yellow - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 521
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system Changing the PAL format Press . If the video does not appear, turn "PAL VIDEO" on. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 522
the rear seat entertainment system Changing other setting Setting the display mode Pressing changes the display modes sequentially as follows: Normal→Wide 1 →Wide 2 Adjusting the screen 3 Press . Interior features Select the brightness, contrast, tone or color, and make adjustments. Press or - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 523
Automatic closing of the rear display (4-seat models) Press . If "Auto Close" is on, the display will automatically close when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned OFF. The display will automatically open when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. 528 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 524
. This system supports Bluetooth® mobile phones. Bluetooth® is a wireless data system that allows the mobile phone to wirelessly connect to the hands-free system and outgoing/incoming calls. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 525
and battery charge on the "Phone" screen. Connection status Battery charge Call area Signal strength Indicators Connection status Conditions Blue: Good Yellow: Bad : Not connected Full "Rm": Roaming area "Hm": Home area Excellent Too bad Empty Battery charge Call area Signal strength 530 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 526
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 527
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 528
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 529
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 530
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) Using the Bluetooth® phone 3 Device name Bluetooth® connection status Character deletion Make a call To display the screen shown above, press "INFO/PHONE", and touch on the "Information" screen. Interior features 535 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 531
" screen. (→P. 535) Touch "Yes". STEP 3 Input the passcode displayed on the screen into your phone. For the operation of the phone, see the manual that comes with your cellular phone. If you want to cancel it, select "Cancel". If a completion message is displayed, registration is complete. If an - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 532
methods available-automatic and manual. Automatic When you register your phone, auto connection will be activated. Always set it to this mode and leave the Bluetooth® phone on the place where connection can be established. When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 533
When the auto connection has failed or "Handsfree Power" is turned off, you must connect Bluetooth® manually. STEP 1 STEP 2 Display the "Phone" screen. (→P. 535) Touch "Connect Phone". STEP 3 Touch "Handsfree Power", or touch the phone to connect. STEP 4 The "Connect Bluetooth*" screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 534
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 535
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) Making a call Once the Bluetooth® phone is registered, you can make a call using the following procedure: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 536
phone) STEP 3 Choose the desired data to call from the list. If the phonebook is empty, a message will be displayed. If you want to transfer new contacts from a cellular phone, touch "Yes". STEP 4 Choose the number and then touch or press steering wheel. on the 3 Interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 537
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 538
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 539
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) STEP 5 Following the system guidance, wait for the beep and then say "Dial" or press on the steering wheel. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 540
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 541
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) Speaking on the phone The following screen is displayed when speaking on the phone. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 542
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) STEP 3 Confirm the number displayed on the screen, and touch "Send". If you touch "Exit", this function will end. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 543
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 544
the volume Managing the phone Phonebook settings Bluetooth® settings Details settings To display the screen shown above, press "SETUP", touch "Phone" on the "Setup" screen. Interior features 549 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 545
the "Phone Settings" screen. (→P. 549) Touch "Volume" on the "Phone Settings" screen. Choose the volume setting switch. "Voice Volume": changes the speaker volume "Ring Volume": changes the ring volume STEP 4 Touch "-" or "+" to lower or raise the volume, and then "OK". STEP 5 When you complete - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 546
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) Managing the phone - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 547
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 548
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) STEP 5 Select a phone to edit. STEP 6 Touch "Edit". 3 Interior features STEP 7 Input the device name, and touch "OK". STEP 8 Confirm the device name, and touch "OK". 553 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 549
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 550
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 551
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) Phonebook settings The phonebook manages a maximum of 4 phonebooks in total. The data for up to 1000 contacts (up to 3 numbers per contact) can be registered in total for phonebooks. Setting the phonebook Speed dials setting Deleting the call - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 552
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 553
3 numbers per person can be registered. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Display the "Phonebook Settings" screen. (→P. 556) Touch "Manage Contacts" on the "Phonebook Settings" screen. Touch "New Contact" on the "Contacts" screen. Input the name, and touch "OK". 558 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 554
"OK". If you want to use the tone signal after the phone number, input the tone signal too. STEP 6 Touch the desired phone type. 3 Interior features STEP 7 When two or less numbers in total are registered to this contact, a message is displayed. When you want to add a number to this contact - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 555
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) ● Editing the phonebook data You can register the phone number separately. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Display the "Phonebook Settings" screen. (→P. 556) Touch "Manage Contacts" on the "Phonebook Settings" screen. Touch "Edit Contacts" on the " - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 556
at the same time. To delete all data, touch "Select All". 3 STEP 5 Touch "Delete". A confirmation message will be displayed. If everything is correct, touch "Yes". Interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 557
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 558
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 559
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 560
-free system (for cellular phone) STEP 5 Touch the desired phone number. STEP 6 Touch the switch you want to register the number in. 3 Interior features STEP 7 If you select a switch you registered before, a confirmation message will be displayed. If you want to replace it, touch "Yes". 565 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 561
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) ● Editing the speed dial STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Display the "Phonebook Settings" screen. (→P. 556) Touch "Manage Speed Dials" on the "Phonebook Settings" screen. Touch "Edit Speed Dials" on the "Speed Dials" screen. Choose the data to - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 562
" screen. Choose the data to delete. You can select multiple data and delete them at the same time. To delete all data, touch "Select All". 3 Interior features STEP 5 Touch "Delete". A confirmation message will be displayed. If everything is correct, touch "Yes". 567 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 563
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 564
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 565
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 566
"Manage Voice Tags" on the "Phonebook Settings" screen. Touch "Edit Voice Tags" on the "Voice Tags" screen. Choose the data to edit. 3 Interior features Edit the voice tag. After editing, touch "OK". ● Deleting the voice tag STEP 5 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Display the "Phonebook Settings" screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 567
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) STEP 4 Choose the data to delete. You can select multiple data and delete them at the same time. To delete all data, touch "Select All". STEP 5 Touch "Delete". A confirmation message will be displayed. If everything is correct, touch "Yes". - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 568
hands-free system (for cellular phone) Bluetooth® settings You can confirm and change the Bluetooth® settings. 3 Interior features Changing the handsfree connection status Changing the name in the Bluetooth® network Changing the passcode that you registered your cellular phone in the system The - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 569
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 570
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 571
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) Details settings Changing the incoming call display mode Changing the display phone status To display the screen above, follow the steps below. STEP 1 Display the "Phone Settings" screen. (→P. 549) STEP 2 Touch "Details" on the " - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 572
3-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 573
STOP" switch mode. Front personal lights (→P. 580) Front interior lights (→P. 579) Inside door handle lighting Rear personal lights (→ P. 580) Rear interior light (→ P. 579) Door courtesy lighting Shift lever lighting (when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode) 578 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 574
interior lights Interior lights Seat belt buckle lighting "ENGINE START STOP" switch lighting Footwell lighting Outer foot lights Interior lights Front "OFF" Door position on/off "ON" 3 Interior features Rear On/off If door position on is selected for the front interior light, the rear interior - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 575
3-6. Using the interior lights Personal lights Personal lights Front On/off Rear (without rear seat entertainment system) On/off Rear (with rear seat entertainment system) On/off Press the knob to release it, and turn the knob to the desired brightness. Darker Brighter 580 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 576
3-6. Using the interior lights Personal lights - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 577
3-7. Using the storage features List of storage features 5-seat models Glove box Auxiliary boxes (if equipped) Non smokers boxes (if equipped) Door pockets Cool box/auxiliary box (if equipped) Cup holders Console box Coin holder 582 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 578
3-7. Using the storage features 4-seat models 3 Interior features Glove box Auxiliary boxes Non smokers boxes (if equipped) Door pockets Cool box/auxiliary box Cup holders Console box Coin holder 583 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 579
3-7. Using the storage features Glove box CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 580
3-7. Using the storage features Coin holder and door pockets Coin holder Press in the button. CAUTION 3 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 581
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders Cup holders Front Press down and release the right side of the cup holder lid. Rear (5-seat models without auxiliary box) Pull up the cup holder lid. Rear (5-seat models with auxiliary box) Press in and release the cup holder. 586 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 582
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders Rear (4-seat models) Press in and release the button. CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 583
3-7. Using the storage features Console box Console box Without rear console display Slide the armrest while pressing the button. Lift the armrest. With rear console display Press the button. Lift the armrest. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 584
3-7. Using the storage features Console box and non smokers boxes CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 585
3-7. Using the storage features Non smokers boxes and cool box/auxiliary box - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 586
3-7. Using the storage features Cool box/auxiliary box STEP 3 Open the cool air intake lid. 4-seat models STEP 1 Pull up the lever to release the lock and lift the lid. 3 Interior features STEP 2 Open the cool air intake lid. 591 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 587
3-7. Using the storage features Cool box/auxiliary box - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 588
3-7. Using the storage features Cool box/auxiliary box - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 589
3-7. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Auxiliary boxes Overhead Press in the button. This box is useful for temporarily storing sunglasses and similar small items. Rear console (with rear console display) Press in the lid. Rear seat (if equipped on 5- - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 590
3-7. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Rear seat (4-seat models) Press in the lid. This box is useful for storing DVD discs and headphones. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 591
3-8. Other interior features Sun visors Forward position: Flip down. Side position: Flip down, unhook, and swing to the side. Side extender: Place in side position, then slide backward. 596 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 592
3-8. Other interior features Vanity mirrors Front Slide the cover to open. The light turns on when the cover is opened. Rear Press the button to open. The vanity light turns on. Interior features 3 NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 593
3-8. Other interior features Clock The clock is displayed when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. Perform the following steps to adjust the clock. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 594
3-8. Other interior features STEP 1 Press "SETUP". STEP 2 STEP 3 Touch "Clock" on the "Setup" screen. Turns daylight saving time on/ off Adjusts the hour Adjusts the minutes Rounds to the nearest hour* After setting, touch "Save". 3 Interior features *: e.g. 1:00 to 1:29 → 1:00 1:30 to 1:59 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 595
3-8. Other interior features Outside temperature display The displayed temperature ranges from -40°F (-40°C) up to 122°F (50°C) when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode. Without touch screen With touch screen - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 596
3-8. Other interior features Ashtrays∗ Front Push the front part of the lid to open. Push the lid again to close. To remove, pull the ashtray upwards. Rear Open the ashtray lid. To remove, pull the ashtray upwards. 3 Interior features CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 597
3-8. Other interior features Cigarette lighters∗ Front Push the front part of the lid to open, and push will pop out when it is ready for use. Rear (4-seat models) Open the auxiliary box and push the cigarette lighter. The cigarette lighter will pop out when it is ready for use. ∗: If equipped - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 598
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 599
3-8. Other interior features Power outlets The power outlet can be used for a following component. 12 V: Accessories that run on less than 10 A. 115 VAC: Accessories that use less than 100 W. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 600
3-8. Other interior features Rear (4-seat models)∗ - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 601
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 602
3-8. Other interior features Heated steering wheel∗ The heated steering wheel can be used to heat the leather portion of the steering wheel. On/off The indicator light comes on when the heater is operating. 3 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 603
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 604
3-8. Other interior features Climate control seats/seat heaters∗ The temperature of the seats can be adjusted individually. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 605
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 606
3-8. Other interior features The rear climate control seats can also be turned on and off from the front seats. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 607
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 608
3-8. Other interior features Armrest (5-seat models) Pull the armrest down for use. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 609
3-8. Other interior features Retractable table (4-seat models) STEP 1 Slide the lever to raise the table. STEP 2 Pull the table up and pull down the table. The position of the table can be changed. Before using the table, make sure that the table is securely locked. When the table is in use, - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 610
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 611
3-8. Other interior features Rear sunshade∗ The rear sunshade can be raised and lowered by operating any of the buttons shown below. From front seat (without rear console display) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 612
3-8. Other interior features From rear seat (4-seat models) Extend/retract - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 613
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 614
when both of left and right rear door sunshades are retracted. Pressing the button with either side retracted will cause both sides to be retracted. 3 Interior features From rear seat (5-seat models) STEP 1 Slide the armrest lid. (→P. 613) Extend/retract STEP 2 ∗: If equipped 619 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 615
3-8. Other interior features From rear seat (4-seat models) Extend/retract - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 616
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 617
3-8. Other interior features Trunk storage extension∗ Long objects can be loaded in the vehicle by utilizing the trunk space and rear seat area. 3 Open the inside trunk door from the cabin, and load baggage or other items. Opening from the trunk STEP 3 Open the inside trunk door from the trunk, - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 618
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 619
3-8. Other interior features Coat hooks Without rear air conditioning system To use the coat hook, push it on. With rear air conditioning system To use the coat hook, push it on. CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 620
interior features For details, refer to the floor mat retention clip installation instructions supplied with the clips. CAUTION Observe the following precautions. Failure mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may become difficult - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 621
3-8. Other interior features Trunk features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 622
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 623
3-8. Other interior features Garage door opener The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, security systems, and other devices. The garage door opener (HomeLink® Universal Transceiver) is manufactured under license from - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 624
3-8. Other interior features STEP 2 Press and hold one of the HomeLink® buttons and the transmitter button. When the HomeLink® indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash, you can release both buttons. If the HomeLink® indicator light comes on but does not flash, flashes rapidly for 2 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 625
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 626
3-8. Other interior features Test the operation of the HomeLink® by pressing the newly programmed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates correctly. STEP 6 Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of the remaining HomeLink® buttons. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 627
3-8. Other interior features Erasing the entire HomeLink® memory (all three programs) Press and hold the 2 outside buttons for 10 seconds until the indicator light flashes. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLink® memory. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 628
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 629
3-8. Other interior features Compass∗ The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which the vehicle is heading. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 630
3-8. Other interior features Calibrating the compass 3 Interior features The direction display deviates from the true direction determined by the earth's magnetic field. The amount of deviation varies according to the geographic position of - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 631
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 632
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 633
3-8. Other interior features Safety Connect∗ Safety Connect is a subscription-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 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 634
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 635
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 636
interior features Safety Connect LED light Indicators When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION 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 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 637
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 638
3-8. Other interior features Safety information for Safety Connect Important! Read this information before using Safety Connect. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 639
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 640
and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition: ● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust. ● Wash the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 641
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 642
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 643
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and keep it in top condition: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 644
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 645
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 646
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular maintenance is essential. It is the owner's responsibility to perform regular checks. Lexus recommends the following maintenance. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 647
4-2. Maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 648
maintenance items that should be performed at the intervals specified in the "Warranty and Service Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Lexus dealer or qualified service shop for advice. Engine compartment - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 649
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle interior Items Accelerator pedal Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism Move smoothly and lock securely? Maintenance and care Brake pedal Brakes 4 Head restraints Indicators/buzzers Lights • Function properly? • Do all the lights come on? • Headlights aimed correctly - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 650
Vehicle exterior Items Door/trunk Engine hood Fluid leaks Check points • Operate smoothly? • The lock system works properly? • Is there any leakage after parking? • Inflation pressure is correct? • Tire surfaces not worn or damaged? • Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule? • Wheel nuts - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 651
4-2. Maintenance Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 652
4-2. Maintenance 658 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 653
it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance yourself, -amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. For the U.S.A.: "Toyota Super Long Life engine coolant) Battery condition (→P. 676) Brake fluid level (→P. 674 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 654
Engine oil level Fuses Headlight aim (→P. 699) (→P. 704) Light bulbs (→P. 706) Radiator and condenser Tire inflation pressure (→P. 674) (→P. 688) (→P. 679) ⎯ • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Water washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) • Funnel 4 Maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 655
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 656
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Hood Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood. STEP 1 Pull the hood release lever. The hood will pop up slightly. 4 STEP 2 Lift the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. Maintenance and care CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 657
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Positioning a floor jack When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 658
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 659
maintenance Engine compartment 2WD models Battery (→P. 676) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 668) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 668) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 674) Washer fluid tank (→P. 679) Electric cooling fans Condenser (→P. 674) Radiator (→P. 674) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 672) Fuse boxes - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 660
-yourself maintenance AWD models 4 Battery (→P. 676) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 668) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 668) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 674) Washer fluid tank (→P. 679) Electric cooling fans Condenser (→P. 674) Radiator (→P. 674) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 672) Fuse boxes (→P. 699 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 661
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment cover - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 662
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 663
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 664
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 6 Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully. Low Full - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 665
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before adding oil. Engine oil selection Oil quantity (Low → Full) Items STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 →P. 771 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.) Clean funnel Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 666
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 667
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine coolant The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the "FULL" and "LOW" lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap "FULL" "LOW" If the level is on or below the "LOW" line, add coolant up to the "FULL" line. (→P. 762) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 668
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 669
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Radiator and condenser Check the radiator and condenser, and clear any foreign objects. If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 670
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 671
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Battery Check the battery as follows. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 672
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 673
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 674
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Washer fluid If any washer does not work or the warning message appears on the multi-information display, the washer tank may be empty. Add washer fluid. CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 675
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Tires Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 676
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and transmitters must also be installed. When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are installed, new tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes must be - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 677
Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 4 Push and hold the tire pressure warning reset switch until the tire pressure warning light blinks slowly 3 to show the tire inflation pressures (5 tires), and turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Registering ID codes The tire pressure warning Lexus dealer. 682 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 678
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 679
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 680
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 681
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 682
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 683
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Tire inflation pressure - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 684
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 685
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 686
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 687
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Wheels If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause loss of handling control. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 688
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 689
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 690
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 6 Remove the air conditioning filter from the filter case and replace it with a new one. The "↑UP" marks shown on the filter and the filter case should be pointing up. STEP 7 Reset the air conditioning filter maintenance data. (→P. 696) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 691
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 692
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Electronic key battery Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 693
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 694
compartment cover. (→P. 666) STEP 3 Open the fuse box cover. Engine compartment (type A fuse box) Push the tabs in and lift the lid off. STEP 1 Engine compartment (type B fuse box) Push the tab in and lift the lid off. 4 Maintenance and care Driver's side instrument panel Remove the lid. 699 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 695
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Passenger's side instrument panel Remove the lid. Trunk Remove the lid. STEP 4 Take out the pullout tool. Only type A fuse can be removed using the pullout tool. 700 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 696
one of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type B Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace it with one of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. 4 Maintenance and care Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 697
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Type D Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Lexus dealer. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 698
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 699
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Headlight aim - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 700
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Turn bolt B the same number of turns and in the same direction as step 1 using a Phillips-head screwdriver. If the error is over the value specified above, take the vehicle to your Lexus dealer to adjust the headlight aim 4 Maintenance and care 705 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 701
maintenance Light bulbs You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Lexus dealer. For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your Lexus - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 702
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 703
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Right side Remove the securing bolts and nut, and move the fuse block. STEP 2 Turn the cover counterclockwise and remove it. STEP 3 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. STEP 4 Unplug the connector while pulling the lock release. 708 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 704
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 705
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 4 Install the bolt and clips. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 706
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Turn the cover counterclockwise and remove it. STEP 3 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. 4 STEP 4 Remove the light bulb. Maintenance and care 711 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 707
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 708
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 709
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 710
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 711
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 716 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 712
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident. Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again. NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 713
, the vehicle's front wheels and axles must be in good condition. (→P. 723) If the vehicle is damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck. Before towing The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Lexus dealer before towing. ● The engine is running, but the vehicle - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 714
5-1. Essential information - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 715
shown in the illustration. STEP 2 Insert the towing eyelet into the hole and tighten partially by hand. STEP 3 Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench. 5 When trouble arises - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 716
5-1. Essential information CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 717
5-1. Essential information Towing with a wheel lift-type truck From the front Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. From the rear (2WD models) Switch to ACCESSORY mode so that the steering wheel is unlocked. 5 From the rear (AWD models) When trouble arises Use a towing dolly under the front - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 718
5-1. Essential information NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 719
5-1. Essential information If you think something is wrong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 720
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the engine. Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated. STEP 1 STEP 2 Switch to ACCESSORY mode or OFF. Restart - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 721
immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer. Warning light (U.S.A.) Warning light/Details Brake system warning light (warning buzzer - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 722
and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. Warning light (U.S.A.) Warning light/Details Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in: • The electronic engine control system; (Canada) • The electronic throttle control system; or • The - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 723
in the cruise control system 5 (Flashes) (Flashes) (Flashes) "AFS OFF" indicator light Indicates a malfunction in the adaptive front lighting system Automatic High Beam indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the automatic high beam system. When trouble arises (Flashes) 729 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 724
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 725
the suspected problem, check that the warning light turns off. Warning light Warning light/Details Open door warning light (warning buzzer that all doors and the trunk are closed. In the fuel gauge Low fuel level warning light Remaining fuel Refuel the vehicle. (Approximately 3.4 gal. [13L, 2.8 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 726
comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Have the system checked by Malfunction in the tire presyour Lexus dealer. sure warning system (→P. 734) Master warning light A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on or flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction. →P. 738 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 727
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency *2: Driver's and front passenger's seat belt buzzer: The driver's and front passenger's seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver and front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds intermittently for 10 seconds after the vehicle - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 728
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 729
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 730
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 731
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 732
malfunctions, incorrectly performed operations, or shows messages that indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown, perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message. Master warning light The master warning light comes on or flashes when a message is being shown on the multi - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 733
Lexus dealer immediately. System warning light Warning buzzer* Warning Indicates an important situation, such as when a system related to driving indicates the need for maintenance Indicates a situation, such or flashes Sounds Flashes ⎯ Sounds When trouble arises Comes on ⎯ Does not sound - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 734
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 735
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you have a flat tire Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 736
Penlight The vehicle is equipped with a penlight, located inside the trunk. The penlight is provided in case it is necessary to perform an unexpected service operation at night, such as installation of the spare tire. Turn the top portion to remove it. Insert batteries. Install the top portion. On - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 737
that is stored in the trunk. (To secure the tire, tighten the center fastener by hand. Do not use the wrench or other tools.) 5 When trouble arises 743 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 738
Flat tire Lefthand side Front Righthand side Lefthand side Rear Righthand side Wheel chock positions Behind the rear righthand side tire Behind the rear lefthand In front of the front lefthand side tire STEP 2 Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn). STEP 3 Turn the tire jack portion "A" by - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 739
take in an emergency STEP 4 Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground. STEP 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire. When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface. 5 When trouble arises 745 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 740
nut by hand by approximately the same amount. Turn the lug nuts until the washers come into contact with the wheel. Wheel nut Disc wheel STEP 3 Lower the vehicle. STEP 4 Firmly tighten each nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration. Tightening torque: 103 ft•lbf ( - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 741
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 5 Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 742
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 743
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 744
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the engine will not start If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (→P. 169), consider each of the following points. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 745
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 746
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can be shifted: STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Set the parking brake. Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to ACCESSORY mode. Depress the brake pedal. Pry - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 747
be released If the parking brake cannot be released even when operated, the parking brake system may be malfunctioning. If this occurs, contact your Lexus dealer immediately. The procedure below can be used to release the parking brake manually. This procedure should only be used in an emergency. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 748
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Remove the plug. STEP 5 Insert the tool and press it down firmly while turning it counterclockwise until it stops. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 749
cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be opened or the engine can be started by following the procedure below. Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk the key once again unlocks the other doors. When trouble arises Opens the windows and moon roof (turn and hold) 755 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 750
the cover is securely fastened to the lower catch on the vehicle side. If the cover is not securely attached, it may fall off while driving. Trunk Turn the mechanical key clockwise to open. 756 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 751
can be changed each time the switch is pressed. (→P. 170) To start the engine: Press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch within 10 seconds [after the buzzer sounds], keeping the brake pedal depressed. In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Lexus dealer. STEP 3 5 When trouble - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 752
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 753
the vehicle battery is discharged The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle's battery is discharged. You can call your Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or ground on your vehicle as shown in the illustration. 5 When trouble arises 759 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 754
second vehicle and turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the engine. STEP 6 Once the engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order in which they were connected. Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 755
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 756
conditioning system. Check to see if steam is coming out from the engine area. If you see steam: Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides and then restart the engine. If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood. Check if the cooling fan is - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 757
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 5 Add engine coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emergency if engine coolant is unavailable. (→P. 773) Have the vehicle inspected at your nearest Lexus dealer as soon as possible. 5 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 758
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 759
mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction under the tires. Restart the engine. Shift the shift lever to the "D" or "R" position and carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle. Turn off TRAC/VSC if these functions are - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 760
lever to "N". If the shift lever is shifted to "N" STEP 3 After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. STEP 4 Stop the engine. If the shift lever cannot be shifted to "N" STEP 3 Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as possible - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 761
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) Dimensions and weights Overall length Overall width 2WD models AWD models LS460 LS460L 2WD models AWD models 2WD models AWD models LS460 LS460L 199.2 in. (5060 mm) 203.9 in. (5180 mm) 73.8 in. (1875 mm) 58.1 in. (1475 mm)*2 57.7 in. (1465 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 762
6-1. Specifications Vehicle identification - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 763
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 764
capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference*) with filter 2WD models AWD models without filter 9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp. qt.) 9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.) 8.9 qt. (8.4 L, 7.4 Imp. qt.) *: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 765
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 766
added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. Cooling system 2WD models AWD models 11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp. qt.) 11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 -nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Do not use plain water alone. Capacity Coolant type - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 767
6-1. Specifications Ignition system Spark plug Make Gap NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 768
AWD models) Oil capacity Oil type and viscosity* 0.79 qt. (0.75 L, 0.66 Imp. qt.) Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent *: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with "Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil" at the factory. Use Lexus 85 GL-5 or equivalent AWD models Oil capacity Oil - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 769
6-1. Specifications Automatic Transmission Fluid capacity* Fluid type your Lexus dealer. NOTICE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 770
tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall. Wheel size Wheel nut torque 18 × 7 1/2J 103 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m) 18-inch tires (type B) Tire size P235/50R18 97V Driving under normal conditions Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 33 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 771
tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall. Wheel size Wheel nut torque 19 × 8J 103 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m) 19-inch tires (type B) Tire size P245/45R19 98V Driving under normal conditions Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 33 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 772
High beam Low or low/high beam Front turn signal lights Front fog lights Exterior Trunk lid light Trunk light Rear turn signal lights Back-up lights Outer foot lights Vanity lights Front Rear Interior Interior lights Front Rear Rear personal lights (with rear seat entertainment system) Door courtesy - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 773
6-1. Specifications Fuel information Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline. Premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine performance. If 91 octane cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline with an octane - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 774
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 775
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 776
is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure. 6 Vehicle specifications Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure Maximum cold tire inflation pressure This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated. (→P. 683 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 777
DOT and tire identification number (TIN) DOT symbol* Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire manufacturer's identification mark Tire size code Manufacturer's optional tire type code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing week Manufacturing year *: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 778
6-1. Specifications Tire size - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 779
Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Lexus vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Lexus dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 780
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 781
. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 782
in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim A metal support for a tire or luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity Production options weight Rim Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 783
angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread The tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when inflated, bears the load The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall The strands forming the plies in the tire The parting of cords from adjacent rubber - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 784
is fitted for physical dimension requirements Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or innerliner that extends to cord material The overall diameter of an inflated new tire Vehicle specifications 6 Intended outboard sidewall Light truck (LT) tire Load rating Maximum load rating Maximum - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 785
wheel, provides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire The linear distance between the exteriors 1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 786
TWI) Wheel-holding fixture Meaning That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road A tread section running circumferentially around to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing *:Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 787
may be performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. It is also possible to customize certain vehicle features yourself using the navigation screen. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details. Settings that - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 788
6-2. Customization Item Function Default setting Customized setting Off Wireless remote control (→P. 55) Time elapsed before automatic lock function is activated if door is not opened after being unlocked 60 seconds 30 seconds 120 seconds Operational signal (Emergency flashers) Trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 789
in one step Trunk (→P. 63) Power easy access system (→P. 87) Power trunk opener and closer function Driver's seat movement when exiting the vehicle Steering wheel auto away and return function One-touch close operation using the power window switches on the front passenger door and each rear door - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 790
6-2. Customization Item Function One-touch front passenger window or rear window close operation using the power window switch on the driver's door Mechanical key linked operation Wireless remote control linked operation Linked entry function Mechanical key linked operation Linked operation of - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 791
lane change signal flashers 5 3 7 9 11 Light sensor sensitivity Automatic light control gas sensor sensitivity Air conditioning control of Eco drive mode Lights (→P. 207) Daytime running light system (U.S.A. only) Standard -2 to 2 0 second 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds On Off Auto Manual - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 792
(→P. 243) detect an obstacle Time elapsed before the interior lights turn off Time elapsed before the exterior lights turn off Sensitivity of the ambient light sensor used for dimming the meter lights etc. Illumination (→P. 578) Sensitivity of the ambient light sensor used for brightening the meter - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 793
system display You can customize the following settings using the navigation system display. (For further information on customizing settings using the navigation system display, refer to the Navigation System Owner's Manual.) Item Function Default setting On Customized setting Off All the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 794
6-2. Customization Item Function Default setting Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps Customized setting Unlocking operation All doors unlocked in one step Wireless remote control (→P. 55) Off Time elapsed before automatic lock function is activated if door is - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 795
steps Off Unlocking using a mechanical key All doors unlocked in one step Power easy access system (→P. 87) Driver's seat movement when exiting the vehicle Off Full Partial Off Turn signal lever (→P. 187) Times of flashing of the lane change signal flashers 5 3 7 9 11 802 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 796
switch operation Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity Default setting Standard Customized setting -2 to 2 0 second 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds Air conditioning system (→P. 352, 362) Auto Manual Auto Standard On Manual -3 to 3 Off Lights (→P. 207) Daytime running light system (U.S.A. only - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 797
6-2. Customization Item Function Time elapsed before the interior lights turn off Time elapsed before the exterior lights turn off Default setting Customized setting Off 15 seconds 7.5 seconds 30 seconds Off 15 seconds 7.5 seconds 30 seconds Illumination (→P. 578) Sensitivity of the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 798
in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Lexus Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 799
instructions for Canadian owners (in French) The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions extracted from the seat belt section in this manual. See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions pas la ceinture de sécurité. Guide de confort de ceinture de sécurit - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 800
Entretien et soin - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 801
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French) The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions extracted from the SRS airbag section in this manual. See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instructions in English. Sacs de sécurité gonflables SRS frontaux - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 802
Sacs de sécurité gonflables SRS latéraux et rideau Sacs de sécurité gonflables SRS latéraux avant Participent - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 803
é conducteur Capteur de position du siège conducteur Boîtier électronique de sacs de sécurité gonflables Capteurs de sacs de sécurité gonflables frontaux 811 7 For owners - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 804
Votre véhicule est équipé de SACS DE SÉCURITÉ GONFLABLES INTELLIGENTS (ADVANCED AIRBAGS) conçus selon les normes de sécurité américaines applicables aux véhicules - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 805
ATTENTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 806
ATTENTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 807
ATTENTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 808
ATTENTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 809
ATTENTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 810
ATTENTION - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 811
Air Conditioning Anti-lock Brake System Adaptive Front-lighting System Artificial Intelligence Shift control Automatic Locking Retractor Advanced Parking Guidance System All Wheel Drive Child Restraint System Display Economy/Ecology Electronic Controlled Transmission Electronic Control Unit Event - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 812
Abbreviation list ABBREVIATIONS MTBE OBD PCS PWR RF SRS TIN TPMS TRAC VDIM VGRS VIN VSC MEANING Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether On Board Diagnostics Pre-Collision System Power Radio Frequency Supplemental Restraint System Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Vehicle - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 813
system ...377 ABS...306 ACCESSORY mode ...170 Adaptive front-lighting system...209 Advanced parking guidance and disposal of airbags...139 Proper driving posture ...125, 135 Side airbag system ...485 Rear seat entertainment system...494 Steering wheel audio switch...410 USB memory ...472 Audio visual - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 814
761 Child restraint system...145 Child-protectors ...59 Heated steering wheel precautions...608 How your child should wear the seat belt ...101 Installing child restraints...150 Moon roof precautions...116 ∗1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 823 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 815
674 Console box ...588 Cool box...590 Cooling system Engine overheating ...762 Cornering assist sensors ...243 Cruise control Cruise control ...226 Dynamic radar cruise control ...230 Cup holders ...586 Curtain shield airbags...127 Customizable features ...794 D Daytime running light system...210 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 816
temperature gauge...195 Engine immobilizer system...120 Engine oil Capacity ...771 Checking ...668 Preparing and checking before winter ...329 Engine switch ...169 EPS ...306 Event data recorder ...30 ∗1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 825 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 817
turn signal lights Wattage...779 Fuel Capacity...771 Fuel gauge ...195 Fuel pump shut off system ...726 Information...780 Refueling ...117 Type...771 Fuel door ...117 Fuel filler door ...117 Fuel pump shut off system...726 Fuses ...699 G Garage door opener...628 Gauges...195 Glove box...584 H Hands - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 818
light switch ...579 Outer foot lights ...578 Overhead courtesy light...578 Personal light switch...580 Replacing light bulbs...706 Shift lever lighting...578 Turn signal lever ...187 Vanity lights ...597 Wattage...779 LKA ...252 Load capacity...327 *2: Refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 819
vehicle...28 O Odometer...195 Oil Engine oil ...668 Opener Fuel filler door...117 Hood...661 Trunk...63 Paddle shift switches ...182, 184 Parking assist sensors...243 Parking brake...188 Parking lights Switch...207 Wattage ...779 PCS...312 Pelvic support seat with seat vibrator ...81 Penlight - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 820
634 Rear view monitor system...261 Rear window defogger...385 Replacing Electronic key battery ...697 Fuses...699 Light bulbs ...706 Tires...741 Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...806 Retractable table...614 S Safety connect ...638 Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt...99 Automatic locking - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 821
741 Spark plug ...774 Specifications...768 Speedometer ...195 Steering wheel Adjustment ...105 Audio switches...410 Heated steering wheel ...607 Lock release ...171 Power easy access system ...90 Steering wheel position memory ...87 Storage feature ...582 Stuck vehicle If your vehicle becomes stuck - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 822
support switch ...267 Automatic high beam ...212 "ECO MODE" switch...175, 181 ECT switch ...175, 181 Emergency flasher switch...718 Engine switch ...169 Fog light switch...218 Hazard light switch...718 Heated steering wheel ...680, 731 Tools...741 Total load capacity ...327 Touch screen...338 Towing - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 823
lights Anti-lock brake system...728 Brake assist system...728 Brake system ...727, 728 Charging system ...727 Electric power steering ...728 Electronic engine control system...728 Low fuel waxing...646 Weight Cargo capacity ...324 Load limits...327 Weight...768 Wheels...692 Window lock switch ...110 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 824
out P. 752 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from "P" The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone P. 762 If your vehicle overheats Steam hood The key is lost P. 39 If you lose your keys The battery runs out P. 759 If the battery is discharged The doors cannot be locked - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 825
What to do if... A warning light or indicator light comes on P. 727 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 826
What to do if... Charging system warning light P. 727 Cruise control indicator* P. 728 Pre-collision system warning light* P. 728 "AFS OFF" indicator* P. 728 Automatic High Beam indicator light* P. 728 *: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction. 835 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 827
GAS STATION INFORMATION Auxiliary catch lever P. 661 Trunk opener P. 63 Fuel filler door P. 117 Hood lock release lever P. 661 Fuel filler door opener P. 117 Tire inflation pressure P. 777 Fuel tank capacity (Reference) Fuel type Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 828
Contents The Quick Guide is not intended as a substitute for your Owner's Manual. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner's Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle's capabilities and limitations. Audio System (with navigation system)* Basic - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 829
Heated Steering Wheel ...75 Instrument Panel Light Control ...40 Keys ...10 Lexus Enform with Safety Connect...82 Moon Roof ...85 Multi-information Display ...30 Navigation System* operation...79 Windshield Wipers and Washer...38 *: This feature may be operated by Voice command (See P.79) 2 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 830
switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P.35 P.32 P.37 P.40 "ECO MODE" switch P.28 Shoulder anchor control switches P.21 Inside lock buttons P.84 Window lock switch P.85 Door lock switch P.84 Power window switches P.85 Heated steering wheel switch ∗ Fuel filler door opener Trunk opener - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 831
Windshield wiper and washer switch P.38 Engine (ignition) switch P.22 See P.5. Trunk opener main switch P.87 See P.7. Automatic transmission shift lever Parking brake switches P.29 P.23, 25 ∗ : If equipped 4 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 832
Overview A Instrument Panel Type A Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers P.40 Air conditioning system P.70 Audio system P.59 Type B Navigation system ∗ Touch screen P.41 P.45 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers P.40 Air conditioning system Audio system P.59, 66 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 833
B Audio remote control switches P.64, 69 "DISP" switch Type A Telephone switch Type B P.58 P.30 Type A Type B Type A Type A Type B Type A Type B Cruise control switch P.32, 33 Type B Talk switch P.79 Brake hold switch P.29 Distance switch ∗ P.33 ∗ : If equipped 6 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 834
Overview C Instrument Panel Without rear console display Rear seat return switch ∗ P.16 Rear sunshade switch ∗ P.75 Rear door sunshade switch ∗ Driving pattern selector switch P.28 P.75 With rear console display Rear seat return switch P.16 Rear sunshade switch P.75 Front passenger's - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 835
Overview Without relaxation seat Rear Armrest (5-seat models) Rear audio switches ∗ P.65 Power seat switches ∗ P.16 Rear air conditioning switches ∗ P.74 Rear sunshade switch ∗ P.75 Rear door sunshade switches ∗ P.75 With relaxation seat Rear audio switches P.65 Power seat switches P.16 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 836
Overview Rear Armrest (4-seat models) Rear air conditioning switches P.74 Rear sunshade switch P.75 Rear door sunshade switches P.75 Rear audio switches P.65 Power seat switches P.16 9 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 837
Keys - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 838
Smart Access System with Push-button Start The smart access system with push-button start allows you to enter and exit the vehicle or start the engine by simply carrying the electronic key in your pocket or bag. For details on starting the engine, see page 22. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 839
Theft Deterrent System The theft deterrent system includes the following features to help protect your vehicle from theft. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 840
Front Seats - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 841
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 842
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 843
Equipped) 5-seat models without relaxation seat 1 Selecting the seat 2 Adjusting the seat position 3 Adjusting the seatback upper angle 4 Pelvic support seat controller 5-seat models with relaxation seat 1 2 3 4 Selecting the seat Adjusting the seat position Adjusting the seatback upper angle - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 844
4-seat models 1 2 3 4 Selecting the seat Adjusting the seat position Adjusting the seatback upper angle Adjusting the seatback angle 5 Adjusting the ottoman angle 6 Rear seat relaxation system/pelvic sup- port seat controller - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 845
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 846
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 847
Head Restraints - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 848
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 849
Engine (Ignition) Switch With the electronic key on your person, the engine can be started by simply pressing the "ENGINE START STOP" switch, while depressing the brake pedal. (The mechanical key cannot be used to start the engine.) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 850
Automatic Transmission (without paddle shift switches) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 851
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 852
Automatic Transmission (with paddle shift switches) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 853
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 854
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 855
uphill driving. 2 Normal mode 3 Snow mode For starting or accelerating on snow-covered roads or other slippery surfaces. 4 Eco drive mode Type A Type B For controlling vehicle driving force and operation of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling) with the aim of improving fuel efficiency - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 856
Parking Brake For the parking brake, an electrical parking brake system is adopted. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 857
Multi-information Display The multi-information display shows information about your vehicle, including the items shown below. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 858
Eco Driving Indicator 1 Eco Driving Indicator Light During Eco-friendly acceleration (Eco driving), Eco Driving Indicator Light will turn on. 2 Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display Suggests Zone of Eco driving with current Eco driving ratio based on acceleration. 3 Zone of Eco driving 4 Eco driving - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 859
1 Right turn signal 2 Left turn signal To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and then release it. The turn signals constant speed without having to operate the accelerator pedal. Use for highway driving or when traveling at a constant speed for long periods of time. 1 Indicator 2 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 860
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 861
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 862
levels. Type B 1 The instrument panel, side marker, parking, tail, daytime running lights and license plate lights turn on. 2 The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. 3 The headlights and parking lights turn on/off automatically in accordance with ambient - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 863
To engage the high beams, push the lever forward. To flash the high beams temporarily, pull the lever toward you. Vehicles with the Automatic High Beam: Pushing the lever forward when the headlight switch is in the "AUTO" position activates the Automatic High Beam. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 864
Fog Lights Type A The fog lights can be used only when the headlights (low beam) are on. Type B The fog lights can be used only when the headlights (low beam) are on. 37 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 865
Windshield Wipers and Washer Type A 1 2 3 4 Automatic operation Low speed High speed Temporary operation Type B 1 2 3 4 Automatic operation Low speed High speed Temporary operation 38 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 866
Sensitivity can be adjusted by turning the band. 5 Increases the sensitivity 6 Decreases the sensitivity To spray washer fluid, pull the lever. The wipers will operate automatically. 39 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 867
Instrument Panel Light Control 1 Darker 2 Brighter Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers Type A To defog the rear window and the outside rear view mirrors, press the button. Press again to cancel. Type B The system turns off automatically after 15 minutes. 40 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 868
finger, you can control the audio system and air conditioning system, and adjust the screen display etc. With navigation system Without navigation system 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "CLIMATE": Air conditioning operation screen "AUDIO": Audio control screen "SETUP": Setup screen "DISP": Adjust picture quality - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 869
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- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 872
Navigation System (If Equipped) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 873
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 874
Select by street address STEP 2 Push the button on the side of the touch screen. (→P.41) Touch . STEP 3 Touch . STEP 4 Input a house number and touch . Input the street name and touch . When the desired street name is found, touch the corresponding button. Input a city name and touch . - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 875
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 876
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- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 878
Hands-free System For Cellular Phone (If equipped) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 879
STEP 5 Enter the passcode displayed on the screen into the phone. Refer to the cellular phone user's manual for cellular phone operation. When the connection is completed, will appear and push the or button. 52 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 880
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 881
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 882
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- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 885
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 886
Audio System (without navigation system) The button positions, shapes and screen may slightly vary depending on the type of the audio system. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 887
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 888
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 889
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 890
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- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 892
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 893
Audio System (with navigation system) The button positions, shapes and screen may slightly vary depending on the type of the audio system. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 894
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 895
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 896
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 897
Front Air Conditioning System (without touch screen) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Driver side temperature control Automatic mode button Driver side temperature display "OFF" button Fan speed controls Air flow controls Passenger side temperature display 8 Passenger side temperature control 9 Micro dust and - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 898
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 899
Front Air Conditioning System (with touch screen) Without rear air conditioning system With rear air conditioning system 1 "CLIMATE" (air conditioning operation 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 screen display button) Air flow display Fan speed display Passenger side temperature control Outside air/recirculated - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 900
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 901
System (If Equipped) 5-seat models 4-seat models 1 2 3 4 5 6 Changes the left side air outlet used Left side temperature control Automatic mode button "OFF" 9 Right side temperature display 10 Air volume controls 1 1 Right side temperature control 12 Changes the right side air outlet used - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 902
Heated Steering Wheel (If Equipped) To heat the leather portion of the steering wheel, press the button. Press again to cancel. Rear Sunshade/Rear Door Sunshades (If Equipped) 1 Rear sunshade 2 Rear door sunshades - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 903
- 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 904
. To cancel the display, press and hold the "AUTO" button again for 3 or more seconds. Trunk Storage Extension (If Equipped) Longer items can be loaded in the vehicle by utilizing the trunk space and rear seat area. Pull down the rear armrest. Unlock the armrest door using the mechanical key. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 905
Opening from the cabin Open the inside trunk door from the cabin or trunk, and load baggage or other items. Opening from the trunk 78 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 906
Voice Command System (If Equipped) - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 907
If Equipped) Safety Connect is a subscription-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 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 908
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 Enhanced Roadside Assistance services and their limitations, please see the Safety Connect Terms and Conditions, which are available at - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 909
Connect services are supported by Lexus' designated response center, which operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Lexus Enform service is available by subscription on select, telematics hardware-equipped vehicles. For details, refer to the "Owner's Manual" and "Navigation System Owner's Manual - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 910
map. The following navigation-based Lexus Enform features are available without a subscription: ● Lexus Insider Lexus Insider is an optional service that can send audio messages, or articles, to participating owner's vehicles via the navigation system. Potential Lexus Insider subjects might include - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 911
Door Locks - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 912
Power Windows 1 Power window switches To open: press the switch. To close: pull the switch up. Fully pulling up and releasing the switches causes the windows to close fully. Fully pressing down and releasing the switches causes the windows to open fully. 2 Window lock switch The window lock switch - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 913
Fuel Tank Cap Press the fuel filler door opener. Slowly remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise. After the cap is removed, it can be hung on the inside of the fuel filler door. 86 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 914
Trunk - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 915
light (On the center panel) (In the fuel gauge) Front passenger's seat belt reminder light Low fuel level warning light (Illuminates without blinking) Tire pressure warning light*2 Driver's seat belt reminder light Master warning light For further information, refer to the Owner's Manual - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 916
do if ... See the Owner's Manual Turn signal indicator Headlight high beam indicator Automatic High Beam indicator*1 Headlight indicator (U.S.A.) Tail light indicator (Canada) Front fog light indicator "ECT PWR" indicator "ECT SNOW" indicator Eco Driving Indicator Light "ECO MODE" indicator Cruise - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 917
Spare Tire and Tool Compartment - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 918
What to do if ... - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 919
"ENGINE START STOP" switch was in ACCESSORY mode). The "ENGINE Exterior alarm sounds once for 2 seconds. Exterior alarm sounds once for 60 seconds. Exterior alarm sounds once for 10 seconds. Close all of the doors and lock the doors again. Interior alarm pings continuously. Turn the "ENGINE - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 920
the door and exit the vehicle, and the shift lever was not in "P". When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in Shift the shift lever to "P", IGNITION ON or Interior and exterior turn the "ENGINE START ACCESSORY mode, the alarms sound STOP" switch OFF and driver's door was closed continuously. *1 close - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 921
preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. It is also possible to customize certain vehicle features yourself using the navigation screen. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized. Contact your - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 922
Customizing Your Lexus Default setting Off Off On On Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps On Full On Customized and closer function Driver's seat movement when exiting the vehicle Steering wheel auto away and return function One-touch close operation using the power - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 923
of the lane change signal flashers Light sensor sensitivity Time Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity Air conditioning control of Eco drive mode Daytime running light system Off 5 7 9 11 -2 to 2 0 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds Off Manual Manual -3 to 3 Off Off Level 1 to 5 Level 2 Moon roof Turn - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 924
Customizing Your Lexus Default setting 15 seconds Customized setting Off 7.5 seconds 30 seconds Off 7.5 seconds 30 seconds -2 to 2 Item Function Time elapsed before the interior lights turn off Time elapsed before the exterior lights turn off Sensitivity of the ambient light sensor used for - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 925
one step Off 30 seconds 120 seconds On Off Off Off On On Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps Full On On Off Off Door lock Unlocking using a mechanical key All doors unlocked in one step Off Partial Off 5 7 9 11 Power easy access system Driver - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 926
A/C auto switch operation Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity Daytime running light system (U.S.A. only) Time elapsed before the interior lights turn off Time elapsed before the exterior lights turn off Sensitivity of the ambient light sensor used for dimming the meter lights etc. Sensitivity of the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 927
Memo 100 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 928
Memo 101 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 929
Your Lexus dealer Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, please call the following number: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 930
201 2 LS 460, LS 460 L WARRANTY AND SERVICES GUIDE Owner Amenities | Warranty Information | Maintenance Requirements - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 931
maintenance and repairs for your vehicle performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. To locate your nearest authorized Lexus dealership, log on to www.lexus.com or contact Lexus Customer Satisfaction at (800) 255-3987. IMPORTANT BRAKE INFORMATION The LS 460 equipped with Sport Package features - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 932
your vehicle's in-service date, regardless of mileage. See page 5 for details. Again, thank you for choosing Lexus. We wish you many years of safe and pleasurable driving. Taking Delivery of Your New Lexus As you take delivery of your new vehicle, there are some important services you should know - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 933
TABLE OF CONTENTS OWNER AMENITIES Complimentary Services First Scheduled Maintenance Service ...4 Second Scheduled Maintenance Service ...4 Loaner Vehicle ...5 Travel Protection ...5 Roadside Assistance ...5 Other Benefits and Assistance Quality Control ...7 Vehicle Service History ...7 Vehicle - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 934
Lexus Dealership Service ...43 General Maintenance and Regular Use ...44 Scheduled Maintenance Log Determining Your Maintenance Interval: Months vs. Mileage ...46 Complimentary First Scheduled Maintenance Service ...46 Complimentary Second Scheduled Maintenance Service ...46 Scheduled Maintenance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 935
on page 7. the Specifications chapter in your Owner's Manual.) Programming of these features is performed once at no charge, provided you obtain the service at the 30-day/1,000-mile scheduled maintenance service. Programming of some Lexus Personalized Settings requires special equipment and may be - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 936
of mileage. Coverage is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for vehicles operated in the United States, U.S. territories and Canada. Assistance is administered through the American Automobile Association. Services Provided • Roadside services such as battery jump-start, tire change, fuel - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 937
provider to arrive. Additional Coverage After your roadside assistance coverage expires, you may join a motor club created exclusively for Lexus owners. Benefits include roadside assistance coverage, a trip-planning service and discounts on travel and dining. For further information, call (800) 25 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 938
few miles on the odometer when you took delivery of your Lexus. This mileage is a result of the comprehensive process used to ensure the vehicle require repair. Lexus vehicle service agreements are available with a variety of coverage options. A Lexus dealership sales consultant can help you - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 939
-entry and theft-deterrent systems, enables the push-button start switch and controls the engine immobilizer. The mechanical key can be removed from the electronic key and used to operate the driver's door lock, the glove box lock and the trunk lock (if equipped). 8 Other Benefits and Assistance - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 940
OTHER BENEFITS AND ASSISTANCE AMENITIES Keeping the Key Safe Replacing a Smart Key may be costly. We advise you to keep a spare Smart Key and the key-number plate in a safe place. If you record the key number in more than one place, do not record it in a way that can be easily identified and - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 941
problem or concern, please take the following steps to ensure the quickest possible response: Step 1 Discuss the situation with a dealership manager, such as the service manager or customer satisfaction manager. If necessary, ask the dealership owner mileage • Name of your selling and servicing Lexus - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 942
satisfaction, Lexus offers additional assistance through: National Center for Dispute Settlement (NCDS) P.O. Box 457 Mt of your state. See the Lemon Law Guide for specific requirements applicable in your state. cost? The service is provided at no cost to you. It is part of Lexus' effort to promptly - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 943
the Lemon Law Guide located in your vehicle, or you may request a form by calling NCDS at (866) 272-4872. When you call, please have ready your vehicle identification number (VIN), the names of your selling and servicing dealerships, and the current mileage on your Lexus. WARRANTY 12 Introduction - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 944
Vehicle year, make, model, VIN, mileage and date of purchase. • A brief you believe would resolve your problem. If you are seeking Center for Dispute Settlement P.O. Box 457 Mt. Clemens, MI Lexus area office for response. At the request of either party or the arbitrators, NCDS may schedule - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 945
of the decision. NCDS will contact you within 10 days of scheduled compliance to ensure that Lexus has complied in a timely manner. Are there limits to the date of printing. However, the program may be changed without notice. Contact the Lexus Customer Satisfaction Department at (800) 255-3987 for - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 946
you'll enjoy owning your Lexus as much as you enjoy driving it. This section of the Warranty and Services Guide describes the terms of Lexus warranty coverage as well as general owner responsibilities. The section beginning on page 41 describes your vehicle's maintenance requirements. Be sure to - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 947
WARRANTY COVERAGES AT A GLANCE WARRANTY 16 Introduction - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 948
begins on the vehicle's in-service date, which is the first date the vehicle is either delivered to an ultimate purchaser, leased, or used as a company car or demonstrator. Which Vehicles Are Covered These warranties apply to 2012 model-year Lexus LS 460 and LS 460 L models registered and normally - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 949
GENERAL WARRANTY PROVISIONS Limitations The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under these warranties or any implied warranties. Lexus does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle. Any implied - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 950
and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch cover, mounts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets. Front-Wheel-Drive System Drive shaft, axle, hub, bearings, seals and gaskets. Rear-Wheel-Drive System Differential carrier assembly, drive shaft, axle carrier, axle case, axle bearing, axle - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 951
on pages 20-21. Coverage is for 72 months, regardless of mileage. This warranty does not cover damage or failures resulting directly or Lexus Accessories • Lack of or improper maintenance, including use of fluids other than those specified in the Owner's Manual • Installation of non-Genuine Lexus - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 952
wear and tear. Maintenance Expense* Normal maintenance services such as engine tune-ups; replacement been altered so that actual vehicle mileage cannot be readily determined. Vehicles pay or revenue. WARRANTY *Lexus provides the first two scheduled maintenance services at no charge. See page - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 953
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY DISPUTE RESOLUTION Disclaimer of Extra Expenses and Damages The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under this warranty or any implied warranty. Lexus Lemon Law Guide located in your vehicle. WARRANTY 22 Your Warranties in Detail - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 954
Lexus warrants that your vehicle: • Was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of sale and maintenance (I/M) programs to encourage proper vehicle maintenance. If two years or 24,000 miles from the vehicle's in-service date, whichever occurs first. Additionally, components marked "8/80" - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 955
ratio feedback control system • Cold-start enrichment system • Deceleration control system • Electronic fuel injection system components - Airflow sensor - Engine control module (8/80) - Throttle body - Other components Air Induction System • Intake manifold and intake air surge tank Air Injection - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 956
Fuel filler cap • Fuel tank • Vapor liquid separator Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System • EGR gas clamps, fittings, tubing and mounting hardware • Malfunction indicator light and bulb (8/80) • Pulleys, belts and idlers until first required maintenance under terms of the California Emission Control Warranty - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 957
for performance of the required maintenance indicated in the Owner's Manual and this guide. Lexus will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have records to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, any failure or noncompliance caused by lack of maintenance is not covered by this - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 958
Lexus dealership and present a copy of the emissions test report. Also, take your maintenance Lexus or the dealership. For information on how to obtain service under the Emission Defect Warranty, see page 38, "Obtaining Warranty Service , Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 959
new Lexus vehicle is being delivered: 1) On the basis of written notification furnished by Lexus, Lexus prior to the sale of the vehicle as set forth in Lexus' current pre-delivery service manual accordance with the written instructions for proper maintenance and use, Lexus will remedy the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 960
(CARB) and Lexus are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty for your 2012 vehicle. In California, new motor vehicles must maintenance of your vehicle. Your emission control system may include parts such as the fuel injection system, ignition system, catalytic converter and engine - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 961
indicated in the Owner's Manual and this guide. Lexus recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your vehicle, but Lexus cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. You are responsible - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 962
accessory O-ring (front) • Compressor with pulley • Condenser • Evaporator (front and rear) • Evaporator O-ring (front) • Expansion valve no. 1 (front and rear) • Liquid tube no. 1 (floor) • Suction tube • Suction tube no. 1 (floor) Air/Fuel Metering System • Air/fuel ratio sensor • Engine control - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 963
performance of the required maintenance indicated in the Owner's Manual and this guide. Lexus will not deny a maintenance is not covered by this warranty. When maintenance and repairs are paid for by you, these services may be performed by you or by any automotive service provider you choose. Lexus - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 964
your vehicle's emission control systems, Lexus recommends the use of Genuine Lexus Parts when servicing or repairing the systems. Warranty that have maintenance or replacement schedules different from those of Genuine Lexus Parts, you must follow the maintenance and replacement schedules for the - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 965
on your vehicle within 30 days, you may have the repairs made under Lexus' provisions for emergency warranty repairs. See page 38 for details. IF YOU : California Air Resources Board Mobile Source Control Division P.O. Box 8001 El Monte, CA 91734-8001 (800) 242-4450 WARRANTY 34 Your Warranties - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 966
come as original equipment on your vehicle are warranted by their manufacturer and not Lexus. Please refer to the tire warranty statement included with the owner information in your vehicle. To obtain warranty service for a tire, take the tire to an authorized dealer of the tire manufacturer. (Refer - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 967
of service, mileage at time of service and a description of service performed and/or parts installed. For your convenience, maintenance logs are included in the "Maintenance Information" section of this guide. If you sell your vehicle, you should give your maintenance records to the new owner. Lexus - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 968
service needs. And because it is linked electronically to Lexus Parts Distribution Centers, the dealership has quick access to any parts it may not have in stock. Genuine Lexus Parts are covered by their own warranty (see your dealer for details) or the remainder of any applicable New Vehicle - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 969
(800) 255-3987. Maintenance and repairs not performed by an authorized Lexus dealership should be performed by a qualified technician following procedures in Lexus service and repair publications. If your vehicle is inoperable or unsafe to drive and there is no Lexus dealership reasonably available - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 970
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE warranted parts at the manufacturer's suggested retail price and warranted labor at a geographically appropriate hourly rate multiplied by Lexus' recommended time allowance for the repair. If your vehicle requires emergency repair, Lexus assumes no liability for - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 971
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE NOTES WARRANTY 40 Your Responsibilities - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 972
In addition to scheduled maintenance, your Lexus requires ongoing general maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. These procedures are listed on pages 44-45 of this booklet and described in detail in the "Maintenance" section of the Owner's Manual. With proper maintenance and care - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 973
date of service, mileage at time of service and a description of service and/or parts installation performed. The maintenance logs in this booklet are a good place to record this information. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to give your maintenance records to the new owner. Lexus will not - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 974
log on to www.lexus.com or contact Lexus Customer Satisfaction at (800) 255-3987. Lexus dealership technicians are experts in the maintenance and repair of Lexus vehicles. They stay current on the latest service information through Lexus technical bulletins, service publications and training courses - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 975
scheduled maintenance, your Lexus requires ongoing general maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. The recommended guidelines for inspections are listed below. Please refer to the "Maintenance" section of the Owner's Manual engine oil level using the dipstick • Visually check engine - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 976
AND REGULAR USE When Cleaning the Exterior • Working from top to bottom, apply lots of low-pressure water to the body, wheel wells and underside of vehicle to remove dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle body using a soft sponge or cotton cloth with mild car-wash soap. - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 977
. If you are a low-mileage driver, mark your calendar to remind yourself to obtain maintenance every six months. Complimentary First Scheduled Maintenance Service: 30 Days or 1,000 Miles Lexus provides your first scheduled maintenance service at no charge. The service is performed at 30 days or - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 978
" section of the Specifications chapter in your Owner's Manual.) Programming of these features is performed once at no charge, provided you obtain the service at the 30-day/1,000-mile scheduled maintenance service. Programming of some Lexus Personalized Settings requires special equipment and may be - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 979
nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis 12 Months or 10,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 980
If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis MAINTENANCE Date: _____ Notes: Mileage: _____ Scheduled Maintenance Log 49 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 981
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 24 Months or 20,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace Smart Key battery ❏ Visually inspect brake pads, calipers - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 982
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 36 Months or 30,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of brake rotors ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace brake fluid ❏ Replace engine air filter ❏ Replace Smart Key battery ❏ - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 983
nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis 48 Months or 40,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 984
If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis MAINTENANCE Date: _____ Notes: Mileage: _____ Scheduled Maintenance Log 53 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 985
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 60 Months or 50,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace Smart Key battery ❏ Visually inspect brake pads, calipers - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 986
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 72 Months or 60,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of brake rotors ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace brake fluid ❏ Replace engine air filter ❏ Inspect the following: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 987
nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis 84 Months or 70,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 988
If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis MAINTENANCE Date: _____ Notes: Mileage: _____ Scheduled Maintenance Log 57 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 989
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 96 Months or 80,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace Smart Key battery ❏ Visually inspect brake pads, calipers - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 990
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 108 Months or 90,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of brake rotors ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace brake fluid ❏ Replace engine air filter ❏ Inspect the following: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 991
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis 120 Months or 100,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 992
If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis MAINTENANCE Date: _____ Notes: Mileage: _____ Scheduled Maintenance Log 61 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 993
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 132 Months or 110,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace Smart Key battery ❏ Visually inspect brake pads, - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 994
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 144 Months or 120,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of brake rotors ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace brake fluid ❏ Replace engine air filter ❏ Inspect the following: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 995
on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis 156 Months or 130,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Inspect engine coolant (see page 69) ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 996
If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: ❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis MAINTENANCE Date: _____ Notes: Mileage: _____ Scheduled Maintenance Log 65 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 997
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 168 Months or 140,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (LS 460 with Sport Package) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace Smart Key battery ❏ Visually inspect brake pads, - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 998
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 180 Months or 150,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of brake rotors ❏ Replace air conditioner filter ❏ Replace brake fluid ❏ Replace engine air filter ❏ Inspect the following: - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 999
at which time/mileage intervals each service should be performed. Please note that many maintenance services should be performed only by a qualified technician. For further information on maintenance services that you can perform yourself, see the maintenance sections of your Owner's Manual. Air - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1000
to your Owner's Manual for fluid specifications. Drive Belt Lexus Genuine floor mats. • Always properly secure the driver's floor mat using the retaining hooks. • Never install another floor mat on top of the existing driver's floor mat. • Never install the driver's floor mat upside down. Engine - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1001
refill the engine oil at specified intervals. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to your Owner's Manual. The vehicle is equipped with a replaceable oil-filter element and oil-filter cap O-ring; replace both at each oil change. For instructions on how to reset the reminder light, refer to - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1002
-pressure sensor is mounted on each full-size wheel. These sensors do not require periodic maintenance. When a sensor's long-life lithium battery becomes discharged, the battery should be replaced by a qualified technician following procedures in Lexus service and repair publications. Transfer Case - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1003
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Model In-service date Mileage at delivery Selling dealership Selling dealership phone number Vehicle Identification Number MAINTENANCE 72 Scheduled Maintenance Log - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1004
69 Engine oil and oil filter ...44, 48-67*, 70 Exhaust pipes and mountings ...48-67*, 70 Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses ...48-67*, 70 Fuel tank cap gasket ...48-67*, 70 Inspections, general maintenance ...44-45 INDEX *See scheduled maintenance log - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1005
Maintenance intervals ...46 Scheduled maintenance log ...47-67 Where to obtain maintenance ...inside front cover, 36, 43 INDEX 74 Nuts and bolts on chassis ...48-67*, 70 Oil change ...48-67*, 70 Owner responsibilities ...26, 30, 32, 36-39 Parts replacement ...7, 17, 26, 33, 37 Pre-delivery service - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1006
-28 General provisions ...17-18 Powertrain ...19 Restraint systems ...19 Tires ...35 Towing ...20 What is not covered ...18, 20-22, 24, 31 INDEX *See scheduled maintenance log for maintenance interval. 75 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1007
NOTES 76 - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1008
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If your name or address has changed or if you purchased your Lexus as a used vehicle, please complete and mail the attached card, even if your warranty coverage has expired. This will enable Lexus to contact you with important product or safety updates concerning your vehicle. If there is no longer - 2012 Lexus LS 460 | Owners Manual - Page 1010
THE PURSUIT OF PERFECTION. 00505-12WSG-LS460 PRINTED 8/11
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
1
Before driving
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2
When driving
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3
Interior features
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4
Maintenance
and care
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5
When trouble
arises
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6
Vehicle
specifications
Detailed vehicle information.
7
For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
Index
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.