2025 Lexus LC 500 Instrument Cluster and Display User Guide
The 2025 Lexus LC 500’s instrument cluster and display, which are built for maximum driving convenience and state-of-the-art technology, will be covered in this guide along with its sophisticated features, customization possibilities, and capabilities.
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When the main meter is in the side position, some of the meter displays and the gauge layout will be changed.
Meter display
LC500
LC500h
- Engine oil temperature gauge/Eco Driving Indicator (LC500) Displays the engine oil temperature or Eco Driving Indicator
- Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C) Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or lower - Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute - Speedometer
- Shift position/shift range/gear position
- Shift position indicator
- Clock
- Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator enters the red zone, a buzzer sounds and the high coolant temperature warning light comes on - Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter:
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different distances inde-pendently - Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank - Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (P.110)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (P.393) - Motor power display/Hybrid System Indicator (LC500h)
Displays the motor power display (P.105) or Hybrid System Indicator (P.104)
Rev indicator
When the engine speed reaches a set speed or the red zone, a ring-shaped indicator will be displayed on the tachometer. The indicators will be displayed in amber ( A ) when the engine speed reaches a set speed, and in red ( when the engine speed reaches the red zone. This setting can be enabled on the multi-information display. 
Rev peak
When the engine speed reaches or exceeds the following, an afterimage of the tachometer will be displayed at the highest engine speed for approxi-mately 1 second.
LC500: 3600 r/min
LC500h: 4000 r/min
The meters and display illuminate when The engine switch <power switch> is in ON.
Variable red zone (LC500)
To help protect the engine, the engine speed is controlled by starting the red zone of the tachometer at different engine speeds ranging from 3700 rpm to 7300 rpm depending on the engine coolant tem-perature.
Before driving under extremely high load conditions, make sure to sufficiently warm up the engine.
Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The brightness of the instrument panel lights is automatically adjusted based on the light sensor detecting how bright the sur-roundings are.
Outside temperature display
- In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
- When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
- When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
- When “- -” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
Speed unit setting for the speedometer When the speed unit has been changed from the default setting, the vehicle speed in the default unit is also displayed in the meter.
Pop-up display
- In some situations, such as when a switch operation is performed, a pop-up display will be temporarily displayed on the multi-information display.
- Some pop-up displays can be set on/off.
Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
- Do not let the indicator of the tachometer enter the red zone, as it represents the engine speed range which exceeds the maximum safe engine speed.
- In the following situations, the engine may be overheating. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P.430, 432)
- The engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red zone (H).
- LC500: The engine oil temperature gauge is in the red zone (H).
Changing between the odometer and trip meter
The odometer and trip meter displays can be switched. When the trip meter is displayed, pressing and holding the button will reset the trip meter.
Changing the Instrument panel light brightness
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
- Darker
- Brighter
Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be adjusted individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail lights will not change the instrument panel brightness.
Changing the display
The display can be switched between the center and side positions
Multi-information display
Display and menu icons
Display
- When the main meter is in the center position Displays various drive information on the main meter. Some of the contents which are displayed when the main meter is in the side position cannot be displayed.
- When the main meter is in the side position
Selecting a menu icon displays a variety of vehicle data or allows vehicle
settings to be customized.
Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)
Audio system-linked display
Warning message display
Settings display
Opening image display
When the engine switch <power switch> is in ACC or ON, the opening image is displayed on the multi-information display. While the opening image is being displayed, the meter display cannot be changed even if the drive mode is changed. When the start-up display is finished, the meter display for the currently selected mode will be displayed.
When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals Record of the maximum G-forces will be reset.
Liquid crystal display
WARNING
Caution for use while driving
- When operating the multi-information display while driving, pay extra attention to the safety of the area around the vehicle.
- Do not look continuously at the multiinformation display while driving as you may fail to see pedestrians, objects on the road, etc. ahead of the vehicle.
The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed. For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear number appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to downshift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death or injury.
Changing the meter display
The multi-information display is operated using the meter control switches.
- Switch menu
Change displayed content, scroll up/down the screen and move the cursor up/down - Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset - Return to the previous screen and
move the main meter - Call sending/receiving and history
display Linked with the hands-free system, sending or receiving call is displayed. For details regarding the hands-free system, refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Drive information
Content of drive information
Select to display various drive data. Up to 2 of the following items can be selected. Items displayed can be switched by pressing or of the meter control switches to select and pressing or .
- Current fuel consumption*1
Displays the current rate of fuel consumption - Average fuel economy (after reset*2/after start/after refuel)*1
Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset, the engine <hybrid system> was started, and the vehicle was refueled, respectively Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference. - Average speed (after reset*2/after start)*1
Displays the average vehicle speed since the function was reset and the engine <hybrid system> was started, respectively - Elapsed time (after reset*2/after start)*1
Displays the elapsed time since the function was reset and the engine <hybrid system> was started, respectively - Distance (range/after start)*1
Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remaining and the distance driven after the engine <hybrid system> was started respectively.
- This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.
- When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be updated. When refueling, turn the engine switch <power switch> off. If the vehicle is refueled without turning the engine switch <power switch> off, the display may not be updated.
- Displayed when the item is set in “Drive
Info 1” and “Drive Info 2”. - The function can be reset by pressing “OK” of the meter control switches for longer than 1 second when the item to reset is displayed. If there is more than one item that can be reset, the item selection screen will appear.
Eco Driving Indicator/engine oil temperature gauge (LC500)
Hybrid System Indicator/motor power display (LC500h)
Energy monitor (LC500h)
Tire pressure
Gear positions
Displays the current shift range or gear position when the shift position is in D or M.
Units
The units of measure used can be changed while driving. Unlike the units setting performed on the settings display, the units setting performed on the drive information menu can be changed while driving.
G-force
Displays lateral G-forces on the vehicle
Reading the display
- Normal display
Displays the following on the multi-information display
- Acceleration G-force on the vehicle
- Current G-force value (analyzed value of front/rear and left/right G-forces)
- Advanced display
Displays the following on the main meter and multi-information display Multi-information display:
- Acceleration G-force on the vehicle
- Record of the maximum G-forces
- Value of the maximum G-force since display reset (analyzed value of front/rear and left/right G-forces)
This display is intended for use as a guideline. Depending on factors such as the road surface condition, temperature and vehicle speed, the display may not show the actual condition of the vehicle.
Main meter:
- G-force direction
- Current G-force value (analyzed value of front/rear and left/right G-forces)
This display is intended for use as a guideline. Depending on factors such as the road surface condition, temperature and vehicle speed, the display may not show the actual condition of the vehicle.
Switching the display
To switch to advanced display, press “OK”. To return to normal display, press “OK”.
- Resetting the record of maximum G-forces
With the record of maximum G-forces displayed, press and hold “OK” to reset the display. - Peak hold function (advanced display only)
If lateral G-forces of 0.5 G or greater are generated, the G-force value displayed on the main meter will turn yellow and be held for 3 seconds.
Rear wing position (if equipped)
Displays the raised/retracted state of the active rear wing
Display off
A blank screen is displayed
Navigation system-linked display
Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.
- Route guidance
- Compass display
Audio system-linked display
The operating conditions of the audio system can be displayed on the multiinformation multiinformation display
Driving support system information display
Select to display the operational status
of the following systems:
- LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
- Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
- RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)
Warning message display
Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a malfunction is detected
Settings display
Select to change the meter display settings.
Language
Select to change the language on the display.
Units
Select to change the unit of measure for fuel consumption.
Eco Driving Indicator Light (LC500)
Select to activate/deactivate the Eco Driving Indicator Light.
EV indicator (LC500h)
Select to activate/deactivate the EV indicator.
Drive information 1/Drive information 2
Select to select up to 2 items that will be displayed on the “Drive Info 1” screen and “Drive Info 2” screen respectively. (P.112)
Pop-up display
Select to set the following pop-up displays, which may appear in some situations, on/off.
- Route guidance display of the navigatio system-linked system
- Making call display of the handsfree phone system
- Audio system operation display
- Voice recognition display
- Instrument panel brightness adjustment display
Ring position memory
Select to change the meter ring positionm when the engine <hybrid system> is started. The position before the engine <hybrid system> is stopped or the center position can be selected.
Accent color
Select to change the accent color on the screen, such as the cursor color.
Rev indicator
Select to set the rev indicator on/off. When set to on, proceed to select the engine speed at which the rev indicator will be displayed.
Rev peak
Select to set the rev peak on/off.
Clock
Select to switch between 12-hour display and 24-hour display.
Initialization
Select to reset the meter display settings.
Suspension of the settings display
In the following situations, operation of the settings display will be temporarily suspended.
- When a warning message appears on the multi-information display
- When the vehicle begins to move
Customization
The settings can be changed on of the multi-information display.
- Settings of the driving assist systems
- Vehicle settings
WARNING
Cautions during setting up the display
As the engine <hybrid system> needs to be running <operating> during setting up the display, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
While setting up the display
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running <hybrid system is operating> while setting up the display features.
Suggestion function
Displays suggestions to the driver in the following situations. For some suggestions, a response to a displayed suggestion can be selected. To select a response, use the meter control switches.
Suggestion to turn on the headlights
If the headlight switch is in other than or position, and the vehicle speed is 3 mph (5 km/h) or higher for a certain amount of time when the surroundings are dark, a suggestion message will be displayed.
Suggestion to turn off the headlights
If the headlights are left on for a certain amount of time after the engine switch <power switch> has been turned off, a suggestion message will be displayed asking if you wish to turn the headlights off. When the headlight switch is in the “AUTO” position: To turn the headlights off, select “Yes”. If a front door is opened after the engine switch <power switch> is turned off, this suggestion message will not be displayed.
Suggestion to unlock the power windows
If it is attempt to close the passenger’s side window using the power window switch on the driver’s door or all window control switch*, a suggestion message will be displayed.
Customization
The suggestion function can be turned on/off. (Customizable features:
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