steering Lexus CT200h 2012 (in English) Owner's Guide

109
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
1
Before driving
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
Seat belt pretensioners (front seats)
The pretensioner helps the seat
belt to quickly restrain the
occupant by retracting the seat
belt when the vehicle is sub-
jected to certain types of severe
frontal collision and severe side
collision.
The pretensioner may not acti-
vate in the event of a minor
frontal impact, a minor side
impact, a rear impact or a vehi-
cle rollover.
Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height (front seats)
Push the seat belt shoulder
anchor down while press-
ing the release button.
Push the seat belt shoulder
anchor up.
Move the height adjuster up
and down as needed until you
hear a click.

110
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
Pre-crash seat belts (front seats of vehicles with pre-crash safety
system)
If the system determines that a collision is unavoidable, the front
seat belts will retract before the collision.(P. 299)
After using the rear center seat belt
Store the buckle into the stor-
age location in the seat cushion.

111
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
1
Before driving
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
Emergency locking retractor (ELR)
The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may
also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the
belt to extend so that you can move around fully.
Child seat belt usage
The seat belts of your vehicle were principally designed for persons of adult
size.
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child
becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P. 166)
When the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat
belt, follow the instructions on P. 108 regarding seat belt usage.
Replacing the belt after the pretensioner has been activated
If the vehicle is involved in multiple collisions, the pretensioner will acti-
vate for the first collision, but will not activate for the second or subsequent
collisions.
Seat belt regulations
If seat belt regulations exist in the country where you reside, please contact
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for seat belt replacement or installation.

112
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.
Wearing a seat belt
Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.
Always wear a seat belt properly.
Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt
for more than one person at once, including children.
Lexus recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always use
a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system.
To achieve a proper seating position, do not recline the seat more than
necessary. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up
straight and well back in the seats.
Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.
Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.

113
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
1
Before driving
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
CAUTION
Pregnant women
People suffering illness
Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P. 108)
When children are in the vehicle
Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes
twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious inju-
ries that could result in death.
If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used
to cut the belt.
Adjustable shoulder anchor
Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your
shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off
your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an
accident and cause death or serious injuries in the event of a sudden stop,
sudden swerve or accident. (P. 109)
Obtain medical advice and wear the seat
belt in the proper way. (P. 108)
Women who are pregnant should position
the lap belt as low as possible over the
hips in the same manner as other occu-
pants. Extend the shoulder belt com-
pletely over the shoulder and position the
belt across the chest. Avoid belt contact
over the rounding of the abdominal area.
If the seat belt is not worn properly, not
only the pregnant woman, but also the
fetus could suffer death or serious injury
as a result of sudden braking or a colli-

114
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
CAUTION
Seat belt pretensioners
If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS warning light will come on. In that
case, the seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Seat belt damage and wear
Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate, or buckle to be
jammed in the door.
Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and
loose parts. Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged
seat belts cannot protect an occupant from death or serious injury.
Ensure that the belt and plate are locked and the belt is not twisted.
If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been
involved in a serious accident, even if there’s no obvious damage.
Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the
seat belts. Have any necessary repairs carried out by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Inappropriate handling of the pretensioner may prevent it from operating
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.

115
1
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Before driving
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
Steering wheel
CAUTION
Caution while driving
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and cause an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
Otherwise, the steering wheel may move suddenly, possibly causing an
accident, and resulting in death or serious injury.
The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position.
Hold the steering wheel and
push the lever down.
Adjust to the ideal position
by moving the steering wheel
horizontally and vertically.
After adjustment, pull the
lever up to secure the steering
wheel.
STEP1
STEP2

116
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
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.
Idi t

117
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
1
Before driving
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
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.

118
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)
Outside rear view mirrors
Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch.
Type A
To select a mirror to adjust,
press the switch.
Left
Right
To adjust the mirror, press
the switch.
Up
Right
Down
Left
STEP1
STEP2