sensor Lexus CT200h 2012 (in English) User Guide

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Note for the unlocking function
A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the
doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the
original position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door
handle again.
Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the
door. Remove the gloves and touch the sensor on the back of the handle
again.
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the
effective range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. Place the key
in a position 2 m (6 ft.) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehi-
cle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
If there is another electronic key in the detection area, it may take
slightly longer to unlock the doors after the door handle is gripped.
Fingernails may scrape against the door during operation of the door
handle. Be careful not to injure fingernails or damage the surface of the
door.
When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 2 m
(6 ft.) of the vehicle.
The smart entry & start system can be deactivated in advance. (P. 667)
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the smart entry & start system to lock the doors will set the alarm sys-
tem. (P. 142)

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1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Inside rear view mirror
Glare from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by using
the following functions:
Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Normal position
Anti-glare position
Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror
In “AUTO” mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of
vehicles behind and the reflected light is automatically
reduced.
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 “POWER” switch is
turned to ON mode.
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1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Adjusting the height of rear view mirror
Adjust the height of the rear
view mirror by moving it up
and down.
To prevent sensor error (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mir-
ror)
CAUTION
While driving
Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
To ensure that the sensors operate prop-
erly, do not touch or cover them.

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Double locking system
Setting the double locking system
Turn the “POWER” switch off, have all the passengers exit the
vehicle and ensure that all the doors are closed.
Using the entry function:
Touch the sensor area on the outside door handle twice within 5
seconds.
Using the wireless remote control:
Press
twice within 5 seconds.
: If equipped
Unauthorized access to the vehicle is prevented by disabling the door
unlocking function from both the interior and exterior of the vehicle.
Vehicles employing this sys-
tem have labels on the win-
dow glass of both front
doors.

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Alarm
: If equipped
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is
detected.
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the
alarm is set:
A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than
using the entry function (vehicles with a smart entry & start
system) or wireless remote control.
The hood is opened.
The intrusion sensor detects something moving inside the
vehicle. (An intruder gets in the vehicle.) (if equipped)
The tilt sensor detects a change of vehicle inclination. (if
equipped)
The back door window is broken. (if equipped)
Setting the alarm system
Close the doors and hood,
and lock all the doors using
the entry function (vehicles
with a smart entry & start
system) or wireless remote
control. The system will be
set automatically after 30
seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing

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Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor (if equipped)
This system is designed to deter and prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all intrusions.
The intrusion sensor detects intruders or movement in the vehi-
cle.
The tilt sensor detects changes in vehicle inclination, such as
when the vehicle is towed away.
The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor can be canceled using the can-
cel switch.
Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
Unlock the doors using the entry function (vehicles with a
smart entry & start system) or wireless remote control.
Start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or
stopped after a few seconds.)

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Canceling the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor (if equipped)
Turn the “POWER” switch off
and press the intrusion sensor
and tilt sensor cancel switch.
A message will be shown on the
multi-information display in the
instrument cluster.
The intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor will revert to on each
time the “POWER” switch is
turned to ON mode.
System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following.
Nobody is in the vehicle.
The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.

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Canceling and automatic re-enabling of the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
The alarm will still be set even when the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
are canceled.
After the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor are canceled, pressing the
“POWER” switch or unlocking the doors using the entry function or
wireless remote control will re-enable the intrusion sensor and tilt sen-
sor.
When the alarm system is set again, the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
will be set.
Intrusion sensor detection considerations
The sensor may trigger the alarm in the following situations:
People or pets are in the vehicle.
A window or the moon roof (if
equipped) is open.
In this case, the sensor may detect the
following:
• Wind or the movement of objects
such as leaves and insects inside the
vehicle
• Ultrasonic waves emitted from
devices such as the intrusion sen-
sors of other vehicles
• The movement of people outside

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The vehicle is inside an automatic or high-pressure car wash.
The vehicle experiences impacts, such as hail, lightning strikes, and
other kinds of repeated impacts or vibrations.
Tilt sensor detection considerations
The sensor may trigger the alarm in the following situations:
The vehicle is transported by a ferry, trailer, train, etc.
The vehicle is parked in a parking garage.
The vehicle is inside a car wash that moves the vehicle.
Any of the tires loses air pressure.
The vehicle is jacked up.
An earthquake occurs or the road caves in.
Unstable items, such as dangling acces-
sories or clothes hanging on the coat
hooks, are in the vehicle.
The vehicle is parked in a place where
extreme vibrations or noises occur,
such as in a parking garage.
Ice or snow is removed from the vehi-
cle, causing the vehicle to receive
repeated impacts or vibrations.

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NOTICE
To ensure the intrusion sensor functions correctly
To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
To ensure that the sensors operate prop-
erly, do not touch or cover them.
Do not spray air fresheners or other
products directly into the sensor holes.