Lexus CT200h 2012 Owner's Manual (in English)

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NOTICE
Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.
Conditions possibly indicating system malfunctions
If any of the following occurs, the system may be malfunctioning due to a
sensor failure etc. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The buzzer does not sound when the Lexus parking assist-sensor mode is
set.
The sensor operation display flashes and the buzzer sounds even when no
obstacle is detected.
An area of the sensors is hit or subjected to a strong impact.
Either bumper is hit.
The sensor operation display remains on even though no buzzer sounds.

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Rear view monitor system
: If equipped
Switching the screen
The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an
image of the view behind the vehicle while reversing. The image is
displayed in reverse on the screen. This allows the image to appear in
the same manner as that of the rear view mirror.
The rear view image is dis-
played when the shift posi-
tion is in R and the
“POWER” switch is in ON
mode.
This reversed image is a sim-
ilar image to the one on the
inside rear view mirror.
If you shift the shift position
to any positions other than R,
To temporarily turn off the monitor
when it is on.
Push the “AUTO” button. The indica-
tor should turn orange.
The monitor will automatically turn on
again after the “POWER” switch is
turned OFF and ON.
To manually turn on the monitor when
it is turned off.
Push the “AUTO” button. The indica-
tor should turn green.

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When using the rear view monitor system
The anti-glare function of the inside rear view mirror will be canceled.
Automatic shut off
The display will be turned off automatically after 5 minutes.
Display mode
The rear view monitor display mode can be adjusted when the “POWER”
switch is in ON mode and the shift position is in R.
To permanently disable the monitor.
Push and hold the “AUTO” button for 12 to 15 seconds.
The monitor will turn off and on after 6 seconds. Continue holding the
button down until the display turns back off.
The indicator should flash orange.
The monitor will not automatically turn on again after the “POWER”
switch is turned OFF and ON.
To manually turn on the monitor when it is turned off.
Push the “AUTO” button. The indicator should turn green.
Displayed area
The area covered by the camera is lim-
ited. Objects which are close to either
corner of the bumper or under the bumper
cannot be seen on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may
vary according to vehicle orientation or
road conditions.
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Rear view monitor guide lines
Guide lines are displayed on the screen.
Guide lines shown differ from those shown on the actual screen.
Vehicle width extension guide lines (blue)
These lines indicate the estimated vehicle width extension.
Distance guide line (blue)
This line indicates a position on the ground about 1 m (3 ft.) behind on
the ground of the rear bumper of your vehicle.
Distance guide line (red)
This line indicates a position on the ground about 0.5 m (1.5 ft.) behind
on the ground of the rear bumper of your vehicle.
Vehicle center guide lines (blue)
These lines indicate the estimated vehicle center on the ground.

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Driving precautions
When the grade behind the vehicle slopes
up sharply, objects appear to be farther
away than they actually are.
When the grade behind the vehicle slopes
down sharply, objects appear to be closer
than they actually are.

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The distance that appears on the screen
between three-dimensional objects (such
as vehicles) and flat surfaces (such as the
road) and the actual distance differ as fol-
lows.
In reality, C = A < B (C and A are equally
far away; B is farther than C and A).
However, on the screen, the situation
appears to be A < B < C.
On the screen, it appears that a truck is
parking about 0.5 m (1.5 ft.) away. How-
ever, in reality if you back up to point A,
you will hit the truck.Approx. 0.5 m (1.5 ft.)

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Rear view monitor system camera
The camera uses a special lens. The
distance of the image that appears on
the screen differs from the actual dis-
tance.
In the following cases, it may be diffi-
cult to see the images on the screen,
even when the system is functioning
correctly.
• In the dark (e.g. at night).
• If the temperature near the lens is
extremely high or low.
• If water droplets get on the camera,
or when humidity is high (e.g. when
it rains).
• If foreign matter (e.g. snow or mud)
get on the camera lens.
• If the sun or headlights are shining
directly into the camera lens.
• When the camera has scratches or
dirt on it.
• A bright object such as a white wall
is reflected in the mirror surface
over the monitor.
• When the camera is used under flu-
orescent light, sodium lights, or
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Smear effect
Flicker effect
When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium lights, mercury
lights, etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.
If a bright light (e.g. sunlight reflected off
the vehicle body) is picked up by the
camera, a smear effect
* peculiar to the
camera may occur.
*: Smear effect — A phenomenon that
occurs when a bright light (for exam-
ple, sunlight reflected off the vehicle
body) is picked up by the camera;
when transmitted by the camera, the
light source appears to have a vertical
streak above and below it.

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CAUTION
When using the rear view monitor system
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries.
Never depend solely on the monitor system when reversing.
Always check visually and with the mirrors to confirm your intended path
is clear.
Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces differ from actual
distances.
Do not use the system if the back door is not completely closed.
Never back up while looking only at the screen. The image on the screen
is different from actual conditions. Depicted distances between objects
and flat surfaces will differ from actual distance. If you back up while
looking only at the screen, you may hit a vehicle, a person or an object.
When backing up, be sure to check behind and all around the vehicle visu-
ally and with mirrors before proceeding.
Always check the vehicle surrounding area, because the guide lines are
ancillary.
The guide lines are ancillary lines and does not change even if the steering
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CAUTION
Conditions which may affect the rear view monitor system
If the back of the vehicle has been hit, the camera’s position and mounting
angle may have been changed. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehi-
cle in cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally.
If the camera lens is dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. Rinse with
water and wipe with a soft cloth. If the camera lens is extremely dirty,
wash with a mild cleanser and rinse.
The displayed image may be darker and moving images may be slightly
distorted when the system is cold.
When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the
camera or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.
Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to
adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble
or modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
Do not hit the camera or subject it to strong impacts as this may cause its
position and mounting angle to change.
Do not scrub the camera lens roughly or clean it with a hard brush or abra-
sive cleaner. Doing so may damage the lens and adversely affect the
image.