2011 Lexus CT200h steering

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Driving assist systems
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-
tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should
not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly,
or if the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface
Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal
is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or
turning on slippery road surfaces
TRC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from
spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to
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VSC + (Vehicle Stability Control +)
Provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRC, VSC and EPS.
Helps to maintain directional stability when swerving on slippery
road surfaces by controlling steering performance.
Hill-start assist control
P. 290
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety System) (if equipped)
P. 292
Emergency brake signal
When the brakes are applied suddenly, the stop lights automatically
flash to alert the vehicle behind.

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When the VSC/TRC systems are operating
If the vehicle is in danger of
slipping or if any of the drive
wheels spins, the slip indicator
light flashes to indicate that the
VSC/TRC systems are operat-
ing.
Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC and TRC
A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the hybrid
system is started, just after the vehicle begins to move, if the brake pedal
is depressed forcefully or repeatedly, or 1-2 minutes after the hybrid sys-
tem is stopped. 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
operating. 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.
EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may
be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur,
refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid
system off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

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CAUTION
Load and distribution
Do not overload your vehicle.
Do not apply loads unevenly.
Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control
which may cause death or serious injury.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning sys-
tem and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................ 312
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defogger
switch............................. 323
Windshield wiper de-icer . 324
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types.......... 325
Using the radio................. 329
Using the CD player ........ 335
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs ............................... 344
Operating an iPod ............ 353
Operating a USB
memory .......................... 364
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................ 373
Using the AUX port......... 376
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............... 377

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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system . 381
Using the Bluetooth®
audio system .................. 387
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player .. 392
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player .. 396
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ............................... 401
3-4. Using the hands-free phone
system (for cellular phones)
Hands-free system for
cellular phone................. 402
Using the hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........ 411
Making a phone call ......... 417
Setting a cellular phone.... 422
Security and system setup 426
Using the phone book ...... 4313-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............. 438
• Personal/interior light
main switch.................... 439
• Front personal/interior
lights .............................. 439
• Rear interior light .......... 440
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 441
• Glove box ...................... 442
• Console box ................... 443
• Cup holders.................... 444
• Bottle holders................. 445
• Auxiliary boxes ............. 446
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................ 448
Vanity mirrors .................. 449
Clock................................ 450
Power outlet ..................... 451
Heated steering wheel...... 453
Seat heaters ...................... 455
Floor mat.......................... 457
Luggage compartment
features .......................... 459

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Using the radioP. 3 2 9
Using the CD playerP. 3 3 5
Playing MP3 and WMA discsP. 3 4 4
Operating an iPodP. 3 5 3
Operating a USB memoryP. 3 6 4
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 3 7 3
Using the AUX portP. 3 7 6
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 3 7 7

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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning the power on
Press when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down for 1
second or more.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steer-
ing wheel.
Turns the power on, selects
an audio source
Increases/decreases vol-
ume
Radio mode:Selects a
radio station
CD mode: Selects a track,
file (MP3 and
WMA) and disc
Bluetooth
® audio mode:
Selects a track
and album
iPod mode:
Selects a song
USB memory mode:
Selects a file