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

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
*2
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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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)

1884-1. Before driving
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WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
When driving the vehicle
Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accelera-
tor 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.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a difficulty
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 accelerator pedals
properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal
using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, resulting in an
accident.
The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the vehicle is pow-
ered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As 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 materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts
may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid
system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control,
however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it more diffi-
cult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as
it is safe to do so. In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossi-
ble to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 5 6 1
Use engine braking (shift position B instead of shift position D) to maintain a
safe speed when driving down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. (P. 204)
Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or out-
side rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body are
not outside the vehicle.

1904-1. Before driving
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WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear indicators)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possi-
ble.
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Front brakes only: Moderate levels of brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced
front braking power. As a result, the discs may wear more quickly than conven-
tional brake discs. Therefore, when replacing the brake pads, Lexus recom-
mends that you also have the thickness of the discs measured.
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 shift position is any position other than P or N, the vehicle may acceler-
ate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY” indicator is illu-
minated, and 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 mate-
rial is nearby.

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If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................633
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ....561
If your vehicle needs
to be towed .........................562
If your vehicle overheats ......629
Energy monitor..........................117
Engine
Accessory mode....................198
Compartment ........................495
Engine switch .......................196
Hood .....................................492
How to start the
hybrid system .....................196
Identification number ...........638
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ....561
Ignition switch
(power switch)....................196
Overheating ..........................629
Power switch ........................196
Engine compartment cover........496
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................642
Checking ...............................501
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................284
Engine coolant temperature
warning light ...........................570Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 639
Checking .............................. 497
Oil pressure warning light ... 568
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................... 284
Engine switch ........................... 196
Auto power off function ...... 198
Changing the power switch
modes ................................ 198
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ................ 561
Starting the hybrid system ... 196
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)
Function ............................... 268
Warning light ....................... 569
EV indicator ............................... 79
EV drive mode.......................... 201
First-aid kit storage belt............ 470
Flat tire ............................. 591, 605
Floor mats ................................... 36
Fluid
Brake.................................... 644
Transmission........................ 643
Washer ................................. 503
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ... 545, 556
Switch .................................. 216
Wattage ................................ 647
Follow me home system ........... 212
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Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Location ..................................81
Specification .........................639
Hybrid battery air vent ................82
Hybrid system .............................77
Emergency shut off system ....82
Energy monitor/consumption
screen .................................117
EV drive mode......................201
High voltage components .......81
Hybrid System Indicator ......107
Hybrid system precautions .....81
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...281
If the hybrid system will
not start...............................620
Overheating ..........................629
Power switch ........................196
Regenerative braking ..............78
Starting the hybrid system ....196
Hybrid System Indicator ...........107
Hybrid transmission ..................203Identification
Engine .................................. 638
Vehicle ................................. 637
Ignition switch (Power switch). 196
Auto power off function ...... 198
Changing the power switch
modes ................................ 198
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ................ 561
Starting the hybrid system ... 196
Illuminated entry system .......... 463
Immobilizer system .................... 87
Indicators .................................. 100
Initialization
Items to initialize ................. 661
Tire pressure warning system ....
512
Inside rear view mirror ............. 172
Instrument panel light control .. 106
Interior lights ............................ 461
Switch .................................. 462
Wattage ................................ 647
Intrusion sensor .......................... 96
ISOFIX rigid anchors ................. 67
Jack
Positioning a floor jack ........ 494
Vehicle-equipped jack ......... 592
Jack handle ............................... 592
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................ 182
Power windows.................... 179I
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Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ..490
Maintenance data ..................636
Maintenance requirements....487
Malfunction indicator lamp .......569
Manual headlight leveling dial ..213
Meter
Indicators ..............................100
Instrument panel light control ....
106
Meters ...................................104
Multi-information display ..109,
112
Warning lights ......................568
Warning messages ................575
Microphone .......................323, 408
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .........172
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................447, 454
Outside rear view mirrors .....174
Vanity mirrors ......................473
Moon roof
Jam protection function ........182
Operation ..............................181
Warning message..................583
MP3 disc............................301, 381Multi-information display
Drive information ........ 110, 115
Dynamic radar cruise
control ............................... 231
Energy monitor .................... 117
Language ............................. 656
Warning messages ............... 575
Navigation system
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Odometer .................................. 105
Oil
Engine oil............................. 639
Opener
Back door............................. 139
Fuel filler door ..................... 224
Hood .................................... 492
Outside rear view mirrors ......... 174
Adjusting and folding .......... 174
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ................... 447, 454
Outside temperature display ..... 105
Overhead console ..................... 468
Overheating .............................. 629
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.