Lexus CT200h 2015 Owner's Manual (in English)
Manufacturer: LEXUS, Model Year: 2015, Model line: CT200h, Model: Lexus CT200h 2015Pages: 634
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■Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys
●Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the power switch to ON
mode will recall that key’s registered air conditioning settings.
●When the power switch is turned off, the cu rrent air conditioning settings will automati-
cally be registered to the electronic key that was used to unlock the vehicle.
The system may not operate correctly if more th an one electronic key is in the vicinity or
if the smart access system is used to unlock a passenger door.
Settings for the electronic key and the corresponding door can be changed.
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the ambi-
ent conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immediately
after the “AUTO” button is pressed.
■When the outside temperature exceeds 75 °F (24 °C) and the air conditioning system
is on
●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air conditioning system
may switch to recirculated air mode automatically.
This may also reduce fuel consumption.
●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the power switch is turned to
ON mode.
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
■Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Pressing “A/C”
button on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.
●If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may fog up more easily.
●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set to
the recirculated air mode. This is effective in preventing outside air from entering the
vehicle interior. During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also
cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the tempera-
ture setting or the inside temperature.
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■When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operate even when “A/C” is pressed.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
●In the Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sy stem is controlled as follows to prioritize
fuel efficiency
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling
capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
●To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
• Customize the air conditioning control of Eco drive mode. ( →P. 5 9 6 )
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
■Air conditioning filter
→ P. 5 0 0
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C automatic mode switch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 5 9 1 )
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WA R N I N G
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on. (vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer)
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the hybrid sys-
tem is off.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.
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Heated steering wheel∗/seat heaters∗
∗
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively.
WA R N I N G
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
●To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the hybrid system
is off.
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Turns the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
Pops the knob out
Turns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat temperature
The further you turn the knob clockwise,
the warmer the seat becomes.
●The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
●When not in use, turn the knob fully counterclockwise. The indicator light goes off.
Press the knob into the recessed position.
Heated steering wheel
Seat heaters
1
2
3
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Interior lights list
Outer foot lights
Cup holder light (when the power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode)
Front personal/interior lights (
→P. 4 2 6 )
Rear interior light ( →P. 4 2 6 )
Footwell lights
When the instrument panel light control dial is turned fully down, the cup holder light
and the footwell lights will turn off. ( →P. 8 5 )
Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on
Personal/interior light main switch
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
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Turns the lights on/off
Turns the light on
Turns the door position on
*
*
: When the personal/interior light main switch is in the off position, the rear inte-
rior light will not turn on even if the door
is opened with the rear interior light
switch in door position.
●Illuminated entry system: The lights automati cally turn on/off according to power switch
mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
●If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes.
●Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 5 9 1 )
Front personal/interior lights
Rear interior light
1
2
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than necessary
when the hybrid system is off.
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List of storage features
Auxiliary boxes (
→P. 4 3 0 )
Glove box ( →P. 4 2 8 )
Bottle holders/door pockets
( → P. 4 2 9 ) Console box (
→P. 4 2 8 )
Cup holders ( →P. 4 2 8 )1
2
3
4
5
WA R N I N G
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause
the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire
hazard.
●When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an
occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.
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Open (press the button)
Lock with the mechanical key
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lift the lid while pushing the knob to
release the lock.
■Cup holders
Glove box
1
2
3
Console box
The tray slides forward/backward and can be
removed.
Cup holders/bottle ho lders/door pockets
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■Bottle holders/door pockets
●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
●The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
●The partition in the cup holder can also be
used to store a small cup or can.
WA R N I N G
Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or sudden
braking, causing injury. If possible , cover hot drinks to prevent burns.
NOTICE
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles or glass and paper
cups containing liquid in the bottle holders.
The contents may spill and glasses may break.