engine Lexus CT200h 2013 Owner's Manual (in English)

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6-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 473
• Sun visors...................... 473
• Vanity mirrors ............... 473
• Clock ............................. 474
• Power outlet .................. 475
• Assist grips.................... 477
7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior.................480
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior.................484
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance require-
ments...............................4877-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precau-
tions..................................490
Hood .................................. 492
Positioning a floor jack ..... 494
Engine compartment ......... 495
12-volt battery ................... 504
Tires................................... 510
Tire inflation pressure ....... 523
Wheels............................... 525
Air conditioning filter ....... 527
Electronic key battery ....... 530
Checking and replacing
fuses.................................534
Light bulbs ........................ 538
8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 560
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency...............561
7Maintenance and care
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17Pictorial index
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Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 284
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*1 . . . . . . . . P. 448, 455
Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 483
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 224
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 224
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 639
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 510
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 645
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 285
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . P. 510
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 590, 604
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 492
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 492
Engine compartment cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 496
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 639
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 628
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 577
Headlights/front position lights/daytime running lights . . . . . . P. 211
Front fog lights
*1/rear fog light*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 216
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 209
Stop/tail lights
Emergency brake signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 267
Hill-start assist control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 271
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211
Back-up light
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Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 203
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 538, Watts: P. 647)
*1: If equipped
*2: They may be located on the opposite side depending on the target region.
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For safety and security
Hybrid system features
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the
actual item.
Gasoline engine
Electric motor (traction motor)
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from con-
ventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteris-
tics of your vehicle, and operate it with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric
motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel
efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.
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When stopped/during start off
The gasoline engine stops* when the vehicle is stopped. During start
off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow
speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped*
and the electric motor (traction motor) is used.
When shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) is not
charged. When the vehicle is stopped, always put the shift position to P.
Also, even in heavy traffic conditions, drive the vehicle in D or B.
*: When the hybrid battery (traction battery) requires charging or the engine is
warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will not automatically stop. (P. 79)
During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (trac-
tion motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery) as necessary.
When accelerating sharply
When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily, the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is added to that of the gasoline engine
via the electric motor (traction motor).
When braking (regenerative braking)
The wheels operate the electric motor as a power generator, and the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is charged.
Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and
deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D or B.
The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or B.

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For safety and security
EV indicator
Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
During gasoline engine warm-up
During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
When the heater is switched on
Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery
does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is
left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly discharge. For this rea-
son, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30
minutes or 16 km (10 miles). If the hybrid battery becomes fully discharged and
you are unable to start the hybrid system, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Charging the 12-volt battery
P. 626
After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is being driven by the
hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional. The EV indicator comes on when the vehi-
cle is driven using only the electric motor
(traction motor) or the gasoline engine is
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Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to
move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. 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 operat-
ing 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.
Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the
hybrid battery (traction battery), behind the rear seats, when the hybrid system
is started or stopped.
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 or as the accelerator pedal is released.
Operating sounds or motor sounds that occur when the brake pedal is operated.
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 disposal. Do
not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
Customization Settings
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV indicator) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 650)

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Instrument cluster
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
*1Brake system warning
light
(P. 568)*1Slip indicator light
(P. 570)
*1Brake system warning
light
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Automatic headlight
leveling system warning
light (P. 570)
*1Charging system warning
light (P. 568)*1High coolant temperature
warning light (P. 570)
*1Low engine oil pressure
warning light (P. 568)Open door warning light
(P. 570)
*1Malfunction indicator
lamp
(P. 569)Low fuel level warning
light
(P. 570)
*1SRS warning light
(P. 569)Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder light (P. 570)
*1ABS warning light
(P. 569)*3Rear passengers’
seat
belt reminder lights
(P. 570)
*1Electric power steering
system warning
light (P. 569)*1Master warning light
(P. 570)
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“PCS” warning light
(P. 569)
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(if
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Tire pressure warning
light
(P. 571)

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Hybrid System Indicator
Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level
Changes to the tachometer depending on the drive mode or setting on the dis-
play. (P. 107, 650)
Tachometer (if equipped)
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Changes to Hybrid System Indicator depending on the drive mode or setting
on the display. (P. 107, 650)
Shift position indicators
P. 203
Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed
ECO lamp and SPORT lamp (if equipped)
Changes colors according to driving mode (P. 107)
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data (P. 109, 112)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (P. 575)
Outside temperature
The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40C (-40F) to 50C
(122F)
Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer:
Displays the total distance that the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter:
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was
last reset. Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display
different distances independently.
Odometer/trip meter display change button
P. 106
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The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
Hybrid System Indicator
Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is in other than the
sport mode.
By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can
be achieved.
Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
*: When used in this manual, “regeneration” refers to the conversion of energy
created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
Tachometer (if equipped)
The tachometer is displayed when the driving mode is in the sport mode.
ECO lamp and SPORT lamp (if equipped)
When sport mode is selected, the SPORT lamp (red) will illuminate.
When all of the following conditions are satisfied and the Eco-friendly driving,
the ECO lamp (blue) will illuminate:
• Driving with the shift position in D
• Either normal mode or Eco drive mode is selected, and EV drive mode is not
in use (P. 201, 265)
• The vehicle speed is approximately 130 km/h (80 mph) or below. Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range
is being exceeded (during full power
driving etc.)
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in
an Eco-friendly manner.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various conditions.
Charge area
Shows that energy is being recovered via
the regenerative brake.
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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)