parking brake 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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Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able
to move. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift
position to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is
operating and are not a malfunction:
Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind
the rear seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal
is depressed and accelerator is loosened.
Other sounds, such as motors and mechanical noises, may be heard from
the brake system when the brake pedal is depressed.
Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent on the side of
rear right seatback.
Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis-
posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
Customization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV indicator) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 667)

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1-1. Hybrid system
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CAUTION
Road accident cautions
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents.
While depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking brake and shift the
shift position to P to stop the hybrid system. Then, slowly release the
brake pedal.
Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.
If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline
electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into con-
tact with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of
water or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical atten-
tion.
If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using
even a small amount of water may be dangerous.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the
wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground
when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may
cause an electricity leakage leading to a fire. (
P. 563)
Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible.
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of
improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe
burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury.

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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
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving:
Starting the hybrid system
P. 198
Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift position to
D.
(P. 207)
Check that the shift position indicator shows D.
Release the parking brake. (P. 217)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Stopping
With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle will be stopped for an extended period of
time, shift the shift position to P. (
P. 207)
Parking the vehicle
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. (P. 217)
Shift the shift position to P. (P. 2 1 0 )
Check that the shift position indicator shows P. (P. 207)
Press the “POWER” switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release the brake pedal.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic
key on your person.
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Starting off on a uphill
Firmly set the parking brake with the brake pedal
depressed, and then shift the shift position to D.
Release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator
pedal.
Release the parking brake.
When starting off on a uphill
The hill-start assist control is available. (P. 296)
Driving in the rain
Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
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CAUTION
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear indicators)
Have any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional check and replace the brake pads as soon as possible.
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.
When the vehicle is stopped
Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
If the vehicle is in any shift position other than P or N, the vehicle may
accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system on for a long time.
If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space
and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.
In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing the brake pedal while the “READY” indicator is on. Apply the
parking brake as necessary.
If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused
by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake
pedal and securely apply the parking brake as needed.
Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.