brake sensor Lexus GS200t 2015 User Guide

3514-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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■Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode
Constant speed control mode is automatically canceled in the following situations:
●Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 16 km/h (10 mph) below the set vehi-
cle speed.
●Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
●VSC is activated.
●TRC is activated for a period of time.
●When the VSC or TRC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF switch.
●Pre-crash braking is activated.
If constant speed control mode is automatically canceled for any other reason, there may
be a malfunction in the system. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control
Warning messages and buzzers are used to in dicate a system malfunction or to inform
the driver of the need for caution while driv ing. If a warning message is shown on the
multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions. ( →P. 5 1 8 )
■When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
In the case of the following and depending on the conditions, operate the brake pedal
when deceleration of the system is insufficient or operate the accelerator pedal when
acceleration is required.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the approach
warning ( →P. 336) may not be activated.
●Vehicles that cut in suddenly
●Vehicles traveling at low speeds
●Vehicles that are not moving in the same lane
●Vehicles with small rear ends (traile rs with no load on board, etc.)
●Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
●When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the detecting of
the sensor

3524-5. Using the driving support systems
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■Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode may not function
correctly
In the case of the following conditions, operate the brake pedal (or accelerator pedal,
depending on the situation) as necessary.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, the system may not
operate properly.
●When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly
●When your vehicle is pointing upwards
(caused by a heavy load in the luggage com-
partment, etc.)
●Preceding vehicle has an extremely high
ground clearance
●When the road curves or when the lanes are
narrow
●When steering wheel operation or your posi-
tion in the lane is unstable

5137-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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ABS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) sys-
tem
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) warning light
●When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer sounds):
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
●When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer does not sound):
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) is temporarily
unavailable, possibly due to either of the following:
• An area around the radar sensor or camera sensor being dirty
or covered with condensation, ice, stickers, etc.
→ Clear the dirt, condensation, ice, stickers, etc.
(→ P. 287, 308, 317)
• Radar sensor or camera sensor being outside of its operational
condition range. (temperature etc.)
→ If operational condition (tempera ture etc.) is satisfied, PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety system) becomes to be available.
●When the warning light is illuminated:
Either the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system or PCS (Pre-
Crash Safety system) is disabled or both are disabled.
→ To enable the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system), enable both
the VSC system and PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system).
(→ P. 3 0 4 , 3 7 7 )
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
The light will flash when the VSC, TRC or ABS system is operating.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates a malfunction in the brake system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Indicates that hood or one or more of the doors or trunk
are not fully closed
The system also indicates which hood or doors or
trunk are not fully closed.
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 5 km/h (3 mph),
flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate that
the hood or door(s) or trunk are not yet fully closed.
→ Make sure that hood or all doors or trunk are
closed.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Lexus parking assist
All assist-sensors flash.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(GS350/GS200t) (GS F)

5217-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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(If equipped)
Indicates that Lexus parking assist-sensor is dirty or cov-
ered with iceA buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor.
Indicates an attempt was made to release the parking
brake with a door open or the front passenger’s seat belt
unfastened
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Close all doors and fasten the front passenger’s seat
belt before releasing the parking brake.
Indicates that the driver’s door was opened with the shift
position in any position other than P
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Shift the shift position to P.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(GS350/GS200t) (GS F)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

5287-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered with
iceA buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control system
cannot be used temporarily due to bad weather
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Use the radar cruise control system when it
becomes available again.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar cruise control system brake con-
trol function is temporarily unavailable
→Depress the brake.
(Vehicles with the entry function)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry & start system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

5297-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the sur-
rounding area on the bumper is dirty or covered with iceA buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor and its surrounding area on the
bumper.
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system or
dynamic radar cruise control system (if equipped)
Press the “ON/OFF” button once to deactivate the
system, and then press the button again to reactivate
the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range
Depress the brake pedal.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering control) system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions

5657-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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WA R N I N G
■When using the spare tire (GS350/GS200t with compact spare tire, and GS F)
●Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with your vehi-
cle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the spare tire is attached (GS350/GS200t with compact spare tire, and
GS F)
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, but it may even negatively
affect the drive-train components:
• AWD system
■Speed limit when using the spare tire (GS350/GS200t with compact spare tire, and
GS F)
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a spare tire is installed on
the vehicle.
The spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe this precau-
tion may lead to an accident cau sing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (if equipped)
• PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)
(if equipped)
•EPS
•AFS (if equipped)
• Adaptive Variable Suspension system (if equipped) • LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) (if equipped)
• LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)
(if equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system (if equipped)
•VDIM
• Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

648What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. (→P. 2 1 3 )
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( →P. 2 4 1 )
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 5 1 4 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 2 5 4 )
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( → P. 5 1 2 , 5 1 8 )
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside the vehicle
during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 9 2 )
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof opened (if
equipped)?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( →P. 5 1 8 )
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th
e horn sounds (if equipped)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with entry function)

660Alphabetical index
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Multi-information display ........... 121, 129Boost meter/oil temperature
gauge/oil pressure gauge...........123
Drive information ...................... 122, 130
Dynamic radar cruise control .......341
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range.................... 329
“F” content ............................................... 132
G-force.......................................... 124, 135
Lap timer ..................................................132
LDA ((Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .................... 315
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ........ 305
Torque distribution .............................134
Warning message.............................. 518
nanoe  system .....................................404
Navigation system
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Odometer........................................ 108, 113
Oil Engine oil .................................................612
Front differential oil .............................621
Rear differential oil...............................621
Opener
Fuel filler door..................................... 280
Hood ........................................................445
Trunk ......................................................... 166
Outer foot lights
Location....................................................414
Replacing light bulbs........................ 494
Wattage..................................................625 Outside rear view mirrors ..................210
Adjusting and folding ........................ 210
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 361
Linked mirror function
when reversing ................................... 211
Mirror position memory ..................198
Outside rear view mirror defoggers .........................................400
Outside temperature display .............................................109, 115
Overheating, Engine .......................... 596
Paddle shift switches ............................247
Parking assist sensors
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Parking brake......................................... 254 If the parking brake cannot be released .......................................586
Operation ............................................. 254
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer.................................518
Parking brake engaged
warning message ............................518
PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety system)............ 293Function.................................................. 293
Warning light......................................... 513
Warning message ..............................518
Personal lights..........................................415
Pop-up display.............................. 126, 138
Pollen removal mode..........................400
Power easy access system ................ 198
Power outlets ......................................... 428
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