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Example of follow-up cruising
When following a vehicle driving slower than the set speed
The system continues follow-up cruising while adjusting for changes in the
speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance set by the driver.
Example of acceleration
When there are no longer vehicles driving slower than the set speed in
the lane ahead
When the vehicle ahead of you executes a lane change, the system slowly
accelerates until the set vehicle speed is reached. The system then returns to
fixed speed cruising.
Approach warningWhen your vehicle is too close to a vehicle ahead, and sufficient auto-
matic deceleration via the cruise control is not possible, the display will
flash and buzzer will sound to alert the driver. An example of this would
be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle.
Apply the brakes to ensure an appropriate vehicle-to-vehicle distance.
■Warning lights and messages for dynamic radar cruise control
Warning lights, messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution while driving. ( →P. 5 0 2 )
■Switching modes
The mode cannot be switched to constant speed control mode if vehicle-to-vehicle
distance control mode has been used. The mode also cannot be switched from
constant speed control to vehicle-to-vehicle control mode. Turn the system off by
pressing the “ON-OFF” button, and turn it on again.
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When the VSC/TRAC/hill-start assist control systems are operatingIf the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping, rolling backwards when
starting on an incline, or if the rear
wheels spin, the slip indicator light
flashes to indicate that the VSC/
TRAC/hill-start assist control sys-
tems have been engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
The stop lights and high mounted
stoplight turn on when the hill-start
assist control system is operating.
The slip indicator light flashes as
well when ABS is operating.
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)
→ P. 2 0 6
■VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering)
Adjusts the wheel turning angle in accordance with the vehicle speed and
steering wheel movement.
■VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, VSC, TRAC, hill-start assist con-
trol, VGRS and EPS systems.
Maintains vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes, hybrid output, and the movement of the front
wheels.
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■Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC
Turning the “POWER” switch OFF after turning off the TRAC and VSC systems will
automatically re-enable them.
■Automatic TRAC reactivation
If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC system will turn on when the vehi-
cle speed increases.
■Automatic TRAC and VSC reactivation
If the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, the systems will not turn on even when
the vehicle speed increases.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC, hill-start
assist control and VGRS systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the hybrid system is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operat-
ing. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■Hill-start assist control operating conditions
This system comes into operation under the following conditions after the brake
pedal has been depressed and the vehicle has come to a stop:
●The shift lever is in the “D” or “S”.
●The system has detected that the vehicle is moving backwards.
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■Conditions that may trigger the system even if there is no danger of collision
●When there is an object by the roadside at the entrance to a curve
●When passing an oncoming vehicle on a curve
●When driving over a narrow iron bridge
●When there is a metal object on the road surface
●When driving on an uneven road surface
●When passing an oncoming vehicle on a left-turn
●When your vehicle rapidly closes on the vehicle in front
When the system is activated in the situations described above there is also a possi-
bility that the seat belts will retract quickly and the brakes will be applied with a force
greater than normal. When the seat belt is locked in the retracted position, stop the
vehicle in a safe place, release the seat belt and refasten.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. ( →P. 4 9 2 , 5 0 2 )
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Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
Transmission “Park”
mechanism• Can the vehicle be hold securely on an incline with the shift lever in “P”?
Brake pedal
• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
Brakes
• Pulls to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints• Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Function properly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? ( →P. 4 7 1 )
Pa r k i n g b r a ke
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on an
incline?
Seat belts
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
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12 volt batteryThe battery is located in the left-hand side of luggage compartment.
■ Removing the cover
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.
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FuseAmpereCircuit
8IG210
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, noise filter
9EFI No.210Fuel system, exhaust system
10H-LP R LWR15Headlight low beam (right)
11H-LP L LWR15Headlight low beam (left)
12D/C CUT30DOME, MPX-B
13IGCT No.37. 5Hybrid battery (traction battery)
14IGCT No.27. 5Hybrid system
15MPX-B7. 5
Power windows, door control system,
power seat, electronically controlled
brake system, combination switch,
electric tilt and telescopic steering,
gauges and meters
16DOME7. 5Interior lights, foot lights, vanity light,
gauges and meters
17ABS MAIN110Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem
18ABS MOTOR30ABS
19ABS MAIN210Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem
20F/ P M P25Fuel system
21EFI25
EFI2, multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
22INJ20
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
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FuseAmpereCircuit
39RR J/B80STOP LP R, STOP LP L, RR TAIL,
PSB, RR FOG, RR-IG1
40OIL PMP60Transmission
41EPS80EPS
42P/ I - B 160EFI, F/PMP, INJ
43E/G-B30EM-VLV, FR CTRL-B, ETCS
44MAIN30H-LP R LWR, H-LP L LWR
45VGRS40VGRS
46ABS150ABS MOTOR, ABS MAIN1,
ABS MAIN2
47P/ I - B 260A/F, BATT FAN, IGCT, INV W/P
48BATT FAN20Electric cooling fans
49RAD No.130Audio system
50RAD No.230Audio system
51IG2 MAIN20IG2, GAUGE, IGN
52TURN-HAZ15Front turn signal lights, rear turn
signal lights
53ABS MAIN310Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem
54ECU-B10VGRS, EPS, Lexus Link System ECU
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