cruise control LEXUS LS600H 2015 Owners Manual

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LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)3-5. Opening, closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows ............................ 189
Moon roof .......................................192
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ..................... 198
Cargo and luggage................... 209
Vehicle load limits ........................213
Trailer towing .................................214
Dinghy towing ...............................215
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ..............216
EV drive mode .............................. 221
Hybrid transmission .................. 223
Turn signal lever ...........................227
Parking brake .............................. 228
Brake Hold .....................................231
Horn ................................................ 233
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ........................ 234
Automatic High Beam............. 238
Fog light switch ........................... 243
Windshield wipers and washer ..........................................244
Headlight cleaner switch........ 248 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .................................................249
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control ............................. 253
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range .............................................257
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ...........273
Driving mode select switch ........................................... 283
Electronically modulated air suspension............................287
Driving assist systems .............. 289
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 296
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .............308
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ......................................312
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ..........................315
Lexus night view .......................... 318
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................................. 323
Winter driving tips ..................... 325
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LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)The installation of a mobile two-way radio
system in your vehicle could affect elec-
tronic systems such as:
●Hybrid system
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
●Cruise control system
●Anti-lock brake system
●Vehicle dynamics integrated management
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybr id vehicles emit approximately the same
amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or
home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

22Pictorial index
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)Audio remote control switches
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Back switch*1
Ta l k s w i t c h*1
Phone switches*1
“DISP” button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P
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Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button
*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 260
Cruise control switch
Cruise control
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 253
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 257
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) switch
*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 275
Brake hold switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 231
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972. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s vari-
ous systems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(  P. 2 2 7 )*1Brake hold standby indica-
tor ( P. 2 3 1 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 2 3 4 )*1Brake hold operated indi-
cator ( P. 2 3 1 )
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
( P. 2 3 4 ) Cruise control “SET” indi-
cator (
P. 2 5 3 , 2 5 7 )
Headlight high beam indi-
cator ( P. 235) Cruise control indicator
(
 P. 2 5 3 , 2 5 7 )
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( P. 2 3 8 )
(if equipped)
Radar cruise control indi-
cator ( P. 2 5 7 )
Front fog light indicator
(  P. 2 4 3 )
(if equipped)
LKA (Lane-Keeping
Assist) indicator
( P. 2 7 3 )
“READY” indicator
(  P. 2 1 6 )
*1“HEIGHT HIGH” indica-
tor ( P. 2 8 7 )
EV indicator ( P. 7 8 )
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Slip indicator ( P. 2 9 1 )
EV drive mode indicator
(  P. 2 2 1 )
*1VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) OFF indicator
( P. 2 9 1 )
Snow mode indicator
(  225)
*1, 3
(if equipped)
Pre-collision system warn-
ing light ( P. 2 9 8 )

1052. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-
related data.
●Trip information ( P. 1 0 6 )
Displays driving range, fuel consump-
tion and other cruising related infor-
mation
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Drive monitor ( P. 1 0 8 )
Displays either the average fuel con-
sumption after refueling or the driving
range
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Intuitive parking assist display*
(Refer to “NAVIGATION AND
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.)
●Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range display
* (if
equipped) ( P. 257)
●LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) dis-
play
* (if equipped) ( P. 277)
●Warning messages ( P. 503)
Automatically displayed when a mal-
function occurs in one of the vehicle’s
systems. Display can be switched by
pressing the “DISP” button. ( P. 1 0 6 )
*: Automatically displayed when the sys-
tem is used. Display can be switched
by pressing the “DISP” button.
( P. 1 0 6 )
Multi-information display
Display contents

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LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ......................198
Cargo and luggage .................. 209
Vehicle load limits ....................... 213
Trailer towing ................................. 214
Dinghy towing............................... 215
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch.............. 216
EV drive mode ............................. 221
Hybrid transmission ..................223
Turn signal lever .......................... 227
Parking brake ...............................228
Brake Hold ..................................... 231
Horn.................................................233
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .........................234
Automatic High Beam ............ 238
Fog light switch............................ 243
Windshield wipers and washer.......................................... 244
Headlight cleaner switch ........248 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap....................................... 249
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control ............................. 253
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range ............................................ 257
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ...........273
Driving mode select switch ........................................... 283
Electronically modulated air suspension ........................... 287
Driving assist systems............... 289
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......... 296
BSM (Blind Spot Moni tor)............. 308
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ..................................... 312
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.......................... 315
Lexus night view .......................... 318
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................................. 323
Winter driving tips ..................... 325

2264-2. Driving procedures
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
■S mode
●When the shift range is 6 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets the shift
range to 8.
●When the shift lever is moved toward “-”, the shift range is downshifted to a range
that enables engine braking force that is suitable to driving conditions.
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer (in the S mode)
To help ensure safety and driving perfor mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
■When driving with cruise control or dyna mic radar cruise control with full speed
range activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine brak-
ing, engine braking will not activate beca use cruise control or dynamic radar cruise
control with full speed range will not be canceled.
●While driving in S mode, downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4. (  P. 253, 257)
●When switching the driving mode to sp ort mode while driving in D position.
(  P. 2 8 3 )
■Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if th e power switch is turned off after driving
in snow mode.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
 P. 5 1 9
CAUTION
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in the vehi-
cle skidding to the side or spinning.
NOTICE
■Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid ba ttery (traction battery) will not be charged
even when the engine is running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left with the shift lever
in N for a long period of time, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will discharge,
and this may result in the vehicle not being able to start.

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the
accelerator pedal.
Indicators
Cruise control switch
Press the “ON•OFF” button to
activate the cruise control.
Cruise control indicator will come on.
Press the button again to deactivate
the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate the
vehicle to the desired speed, and
push the lever down to set the
speed.
“SET” indicator will come on.
The vehicle speed at the moment the
lever is released becomes the set
speed.
Cruise control
: If equipped
Summary of functions
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Setting the vehicle speed
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■Cruise control can be set when
●The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.
●Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
■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 situa-
tions.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below the
preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
●Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
●VSC is activated.
●TRAC is activated for a period of time.
●When the VSC or TRAC system is turn ed off by pressing the VSC OFF switch.
■If the warning message for the cruise control is shown on the multi-information dis-
play
Press the “ON•OFF” button once to deactiva te the system, and then press the but-
ton again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immediately
after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

2564-5. Using the driving support systems
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CAUTION
■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.