cluster Lexus CT200h 2012 (in English) User Guide

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Hybrid System Indicator
Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other
than the sport mode.
By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driv-
ing can be achieved.
Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be
used to charge the battery.
*:When used in this manual, “regeneration” refers to the conversion of
energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven
in an Eco-friendly manner.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is
not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Charge area
Shows that energy is being recovered

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ECO lamp and SPORT lamp (if equipped)
When sport mode is selected, the SPORT lamp (red) will illuminate.
When all of the following conditions are satisfied and the Eco-friendly
driving, the ECO lamp (blue) will illuminate:
• When driving with the shift position in D
• When either normal mode or Eco mode are selected, and EV drive
mode is not in use
• The vehicle speed is 130 km/h (80 mph) or below.
Tachometer (if equipped)
Hybrid System Indicator automatically switches to the tachometer when the
driving mode is set to the sport mode. However, while the cruise control or
dynamic radar cruise control is active, Hybrid System Indicator will not
automatically switch to the tachometer. When the cruise control or dynamic
radar cruise control is activated while the tachometer is displayed, the
tachometer will automatically switch to Hybrid System Indicator.
Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)

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Customization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the ECO lamp) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 667)
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
Vehicles with tachometer: Do not let the indicator needle of the tachome-
ter enter the red zone, which indicates the maximum engine speed.
The engine may be overheating if the high coolant temperature warning
light comes on or flashes. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 6 3 9 )

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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.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all
indicators and warning lights illuminated.
Instrument cluster
Center panel

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Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 216)“ECO MODE” indica-
tor (P. 209)
Tail light indicator
(P. 235)“SPORT MODE” indi-
cator (P. 209)
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 236)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 250, 255)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 239)
(if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator (P. 255)
Rear fog light indicator
(P. 239)
(if equipped)
Lexus parking assist-
sensor indicator (P.
273)
“READY” indicator
(P. 198)Slip indicator
(P. 293, 296)
EV indicator (P. 4 0 )
(if equipped)
“PCS” warning
(P. 300)
EV drive mode indica-
tor (P. 204)
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*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to the
ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light
fl h f t th l t i di t th t th t i ti
Shift position indicators
(P. 207)SRS airbag on-
off
indicator *

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CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these
systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could
result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional immediately if this occurs.
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 571)
*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
*2Th li h fl h i di lf i
(if equipped)
(if equipped)
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Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of
driving-related data including the current outside air temperature.
Energy monitor (P. 49)
Displays the status of the
hybrid system.
Trip information (P.
231)
Displays driving range, fuel
consumption and other cruis-
ing related information.
Rear seat belt reminder
(P. 583)
Instrument cluster setting
(P. 667)
Changes instrument cluster
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Lexus parking assist-sen-
sor (if equipped) (P.
273)
Automatically displayed
when the system is used
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol display (if equipped)
(P. 255)
Automatically displayed
when the system is used
Warning messages
(P. 578)
Automatically displayed
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Switching the display
Items displayed can be
switched by pressing the
“DISP” switch.
Trip information
Current fuel consumption/Average fuel consumption after refu-
eling
Displays the instant fuel consumption
and average fuel consumption after
refueling.
Use the displayed average fuel con-
sumption as a reference.