brake light Lexus CT200h 2012 Owner's Manual (in English)

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1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .. 131
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ............ 135
Double locking system ....... 140
Alarm ................................. 142
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ...... 149
SRS airbags ........................ 151
Airbag manual on-off
system .............................. 163
Child restraint systems ....... 166
Installing child restraints .... 176
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............. 186
Power (ignition) switch ...... 198
EV drive mode ................... 204
Hybrid transmission ........... 207
Turn signal lever ................ 216
Parking brake ..................... 217
Horn ................................... 2182-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............. 219
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 225
Multi-information display .. 229
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ................ 235
Fog light switch.................. 239
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 241
Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 247
Headlight cleaner switch .... 249
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 250
Dynamic radar cruise
control .............................. 255
Lexus parking assist-sensor 273
Rear view monitor system.. 282
Driving assist systems ........ 291
Hill-start assist control ....... 296
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system) ............................. 299
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ............. 308
Winter driving tips ............. 311
Trailer towing..................... 315
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
(Left-hand drive vehicles)
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
P. 235
P. 216
P. 239
Pre-crash braking off switch P. 300
Parking brake pedal P. 217
Hood lock release lever P. 492
Tilt and telescopic steering control lever
P. 115
Glove box
P. 449
Windshield wipers and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch
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P. 241
P. 247
Gauges and meters
Multi-information displayP. 219
P. 229
Air conditioning system*2
P. 318Rear window and outside rear view mir-
ror defogger switch
P. 329
Instrument panel
light control
dial
P. 221
Outside rear
view mirror
switches
P. 118
Clock*2 P. 459

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
(Right-hand drive vehicles)
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch P. 235
P. 216
P. 239
Pre-crash braking off switch P. 300
Parking brake pedal P. 217
Hood lock release lever P. 492
Tilt and telescopic steering control lever
P. 115
Air conditioning system*2
P. 318
Rear window and outside rear view mir-
ror defogger switch
P. 329
Glove box
P. 449
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
Rear window wiper and
washer switch
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P. 241
P. 247
Gauges and meters
Multi-information displayP. 219
P. 229
Instrument panel
light control
dial
P. 221
Outside rear
view mirror
switches
P. 118
Clock*2 P. 459

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1-1. Hybrid system
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Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following
points:
Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cooling) will be minimized, improv-
ing the fuel economy.
(P. 209)
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicate of
Hybrid System Indicator within Eco area. (P. 222)
When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel consumption. Check traffic
reports before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When
encountering a delay, gently release the brake pedal to allow the
vehicle to move forward slightly while avoiding overuse of the
accelerator pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline
consumption.
Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
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1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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CAUTION
When folding the rear seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.
Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift
position to P.
Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.
Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
When returning the rear seatback to the upright position
Do not put your hand on the seat belt guide.
Doing so may cause you to trap your hand between the guide and the pillar,
causing an injury.
After returning the rear seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
Make sure that the seatback is securely
locked in position by lightly pushing it
back and forth.
If the seatback is not securely locked,
the red marking will be visible behind
the seatback lock release lever. Make
sure that the red marking is not visible.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle........... 186
Power (ignition) switch .... 198
EV drive mode ................. 204
Hybrid transmission ......... 207
Turn signal lever .............. 216
Parking brake ................... 217
Horn ................................. 218
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ........... 219
Indicators and warning
lights .............................. 225
Multi-information
display ............................ 2292-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch .............. 235
Fog light switch ............... 239
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 241
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 247
Headlight cleaner switch . 249
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control .................. 250
Dynamic radar cruise
control ............................ 255
Lexus parking
assist-sensor ................... 273
Rear view monitor
system ............................ 282
Driving assist systems ..... 291
Hill-start assist control ..... 296
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system)........................... 299
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 308
Winter driving tips ............ 311
Trailer towing .................. 315

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2-1. Driving procedures
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CAUTION
When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the hybrid
system operating. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
When driving the vehicle
Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident
that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the
vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and acceler-
ator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the vehicle is
powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). Because there is no
engine noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement.
Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materi-
als.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
Do not let the vehicle roll backward while a forward driving position is
selected, or roll forward while the shift position is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.

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CAUTION
Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
When driving on slippery road surfaces
Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.
Abrupt changes from shift position D to B and rapid changes in the engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are
wet and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, result-
ing in an accident.
When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
Changing the shift position to any positions other than P or N may cause the
vehicle to accelerate abruptly, causing an accident and resulting in death or
serious injury.
After changing the shift position, make sure to confirm the current shift
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CAUTION
When the vehicle is parked
Make sure to firmly apply the parking brake and shift the shift position to
P.
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move, or the vehicle to acceler-
ate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed. Also, when
leaving the vehicle, make sure to turn off the hybrid system and lock the
vehicle.
Sound or shuddering may not be noticed even when the hybrid vehicle is
ready to drive (when the “READY” indicator is illuminated).
Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun.
Doing so may result in the following:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a
fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and
plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the
interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi-
cle’s electrical components.
Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a
place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally when
luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.
Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place
containers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard.
Adhesive discs or containers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehi-
cle.
Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a
metallized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause
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CAUTION
When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the hybrid system off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the
shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or
fire due to hybrid system overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked
in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle,
leading to death or a serious health hazard.
When braking
When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause
one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also, the
parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
If the electronically controlled assist function does not operate, do not fol-
low other vehicles closely and avoid downhill or sharp turns that require
braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be
depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will
increase.
The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems; if one of the
systems fails, the others will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will
increase. If this happens, do not continue to drive the vehicle. If the brake
system warning light (red indicator) comes on together with the buzzer
sound while driving, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.