warning Lexus CT200h 2013 (in English) Owner's Guide

1082. Instrument cluster
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Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve
fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when
vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of
a garage, tunnel, etc.)
When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
Customization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the ECO lamp) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 650)
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
Vehicles with tachometer: Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer
enter the red zone, which indicates the maximum engine speed.
The engine may be overheating if the high coolant temperature warning light
comes on or flashes. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place,
and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 628)

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Instrument cluster
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Multi-information display (with monochrome
display)

The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of vehi-
cle data.
Energy monitor
Displays the status of the hybrid sys-
tem. (P. 117)
Drive information
Displays driving range, fuel con-
sumption and other cruising related
information. (P. 1 1 0 )
Setting
Changes instrument cluster display
settings (P. 650)
Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped)
Automatically displayed when the system is used (P. 245)
Dynamic radar cruise control display (if equipped)
Automatically displayed when the system is used (P. 231)
Warning messages
Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle’s
systems (P. 575)
: If equipped
Display contents

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Multi-information display (with color display)
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of vehi-
cle data.
Menu icons
Displays the following informa-
tion when an icon is selected.
(P. 1 1 4 )
Some of the information may be
displayed automatically depend-
ing on the situation.
Drive information
Select to display various drive data. (P. 1 1 5 )
Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)
Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.
• Route guidance
• Compass display (north-up display/heading-up display)
Audio system-linked display (if equipped)
Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the display
using the meter control switches.
Select to display the cruise control/dynamic radar cruise control infor-
mation, when the system is used. (P. 228, 231)
The displayed icon changes depending on the system used.
Warning message display
Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a mal-
function is detected. (P. 575)
Settings display
: If equipped
Display contents
Cruise control/Dynamic radar cruise control display (if
equipped)

1443-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)
Alarms and warning messages
A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning messages
shown on the multi-information display are used to prevent theft of the vehicle
and accidents resulting from erroneous operation. Take appropriate measures in
response to any warning message on the multi-information display. (P. 575)
The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures when
only alarms are sounded.When locking or unlocking the doors
(vehicles with entry function)
The system can be operated when the
electronic key is within about 0.7 m
(2.3 ft.) of either of the outside front
and back door handles. (Only the doors
detecting the key can be operated.)
When starting the hybrid system or
changing power switch modes
The system can be operated when the
electronic key is inside the vehicle.
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Exterior alarm
sounds once for 5
seconds (vehicles
with entry func-
tion)
An attempt was made to lock
the vehicle while a door was
open.Close all of the doors
and lock the doors again.
Interior alarm pings
repeatedly
The power switch was turned
to ACCESSORY mode while
the driver’s door was open
(The driver’s door was
opened when the power
switch was in ACCESSORY
mode).
Turn the power switch
off and close the driver’s
door.

1833-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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Operation of each component
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Moon roof open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in
the instrument cluster when the power switch is turned off and the driver’s door
is opened with the moon roof open.
WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.
Opening the moon roof
Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehicle
while it is moving.
Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
Closing the moon roof
Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a
position where it could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.
Do not allow children to operate the moon roof.
Closing the moon roof on someone can cause death or serious injury.
Jam protection function
Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.
The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the moon roof fully closes.

2064-2. Driving procedures
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For the shift positions
When the power switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed.
When the power switch is in ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating), the
shift position can only be changed to N. The shift position will be changed to N
even if the shift lever is shifted to D or R and held in that position.
When the “READY” indicator is on, the shift position can be changed from P to
D, N or R.
When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be changed
from P to another position even if the shift lever is operated. Wait until the
“READY” indicator changes from a flashing to a solid light, and then operate
the shift lever again.
The shift position can only be changed to B directly from D.
In addition, if an attempt is made to change the shift position by moving the shift
lever or by pressing the P position switch in any of the following situations, the
buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled or the shift position
will automatically change to N. When this happens, select an appropriate shift
position.
Situations where the shifting operation will be disabled:
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P to another posi-
tion by moving the shift lever without depressing the brake pedal.
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P or N to B by
moving the shift lever.
Situations where the shift position will automatically change to N:
• When the P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is running.
*1
• When an attempt is made to select the R position by moving the shift lever
when the vehicle is moving forward.
*2
• When an attempt is made to select the D position by moving the shift lever
when the vehicle is moving in reverse.
*3
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from R to B by moving
the shift lever.
*1: Shift position may be changed to P when driving at extremely low speeds.
*2: Shift position may be changed to R when driving at low speeds.
*3: Shift position may be changed to D when driving at low speeds.
Reverse warning buzzer
When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift posi-
tion is in R.

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Driving
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About engine braking
When shift position B is selected, releasing the accelerator pedal will apply
engine braking.
• When the vehicle is driven at high speeds, compared to ordinary gasoline-
fueled vehicles, the engine braking deceleration is felt less than that of other
vehicles.
• The vehicle can be accelerated even when shift position B is selected.
If the vehicle is driven continuously in the B position, fuel efficiency will
become low. Usually, select the D position.
When driving with cruise control or dynamic radar cruise control activated
Even if switching the driving mode to sport mode with the intent of enabling
engine braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control or
dynamic radar cruise control will not be canceled.
Automatically P position selection function
When the shift position is in a position other than P, pressing the power switch
with the vehicle stopped completely will cause the shift position to change to P
automatically, and then the power switch will turn off.
If the shift position cannot be shifted from P
There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery is discharged. Check the 12-volt
battery in this situation. (P. 623)
After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
P. 507
Customization
Settings (e.g. Reverse warning buzzer) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 650)

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WA R N I N G
When driving on slippery road surfaces
Do not accelerate or shift the shift position suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid, result-
ing in an accident.
For the shift lever
Do not remove the shift lever knob or use anything but a genuine Lexus shift
lever knob. Also, do not hang anything on the shift lever.
Doing so could prevent the shift lever from returning to position, causing unex-
pected accidents to occur when the vehicle is in motion.
P position switch
Do not press the P position switch while the vehicle is moving.
If the P position switch is pressed when driving at very low speeds (for exam-
ple, directly before stopping the vehicle), the vehicle may stop suddenly when
the shift position switches to P, which could lead to an accident.
NOTICE
Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid leaving the N
position selected for an extended period of time.
Situations where P position control system malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs, P position control system malfunc-
tions are possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the parking
brake, and then contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
When the warning message indicating the P position control system appears
on the multi-information display. (P. 581)
When the shift position indicator remains off.
Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operation
Avoid repeatedly operating the shift lever and P position switch in quick suc-
cession.
The system protection function may activate and it will not be temporarily pos-
sible to shift the shift position other than P. If this happens, please wait for a
while before attempting to change the shift position again.

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Parking brake
To set the parking brake, fully
depress the parking brake pedal
with your left foot while depressing
the brake pedal with your right foot.
(Depressing the pedal again
releases the parking brake.)
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the vehi-
cle having reached a speed of 5 km/h [3 mph]). (P. 580)
Usage in winter time
P. 284
Operating instructions
NOTICE
Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.

2304-5. Using the driving support systems
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Cruise control can be set when
The shift position is in D.
Vehicle speed is above approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes.
Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased by
first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever
down to set the new speed.
Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following sit-
uations.
Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 16 km/h (10 mph) below
the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 40km/h (25 mph).
VSC is activated.
If the warning message for the cruise control is shown on the multi-information
display
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press the
button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immedi-
ately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control sys-
tem. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
WA R N I N G
To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
In heavy traffic
On roads with sharp bends
On winding roads
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
During emergency towing