2012 Lexus CT200h start

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Interior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
Con-
tinu-
ous
(Flashes)
• An attempt was
made to lock
the doors using
the smart entry
& start system
while the elec-
tronic key was
still inside the
vehicle.
• An attempt was
made to lock
either front
door by open-
ing a door and
putting the
inside lock but-
ton into the
lock position,
then closing
the door by
pulling on the
outside door
handle with the
electronic key
still inside the
vehicle.
Retrieve the
electronic key
from the vehicle
and lock the
doors again.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Interior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(Flashes)
•When the
doors were
unlocked with
the mechanical
key and then
the “POWER”
switch was
pressed, the
electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle.
• The electronic
key could not
be detected in
the vehicle
even after the
“POWER”
switch was
pressed two
consecutive
times.
Touch the elec-
tronic key to the
“POWER”
switch while
depressing the
brake pedal.
Once
(Flashes)
An attempt was
made to start the
hybrid system
with the shift
position in N.Shift the shift
position to P and
start the hybrid
system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Interior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

Power was
turned off due to
the automatic
power off func-
tion.
Next time when
starting the
hybrid system,
increase the
engine speed
slightly and
maintain that
level for approx-
imately 5 min-
utes to recharge
the 12-volt bat-
tery.
Once
The electronic
key has a low
battery.Replace the
electronic key
battery. (P.
527)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Interior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(Flashes)
The driver’s
door was opened
and closed with
the “POWER”
switch turned
off and then the
“POWER”
switch was put
in ACCES-
SORY mode
twice without
the hybrid sys-
tem being
started.
Press the
“POWER”
switch while
depressing the
brake pedal.
During a hybrid
system starting
procedure in the
event that the
electronic key
was not func-
tioning properly
(P. 630), the
“POWER”
switch was
touched with the
electronic key.
Press the
“POWER”
switch within 10
seconds of the
buzzer sound-
ing.

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CAUTION
Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact spare
tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious
injury.
Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the
jack, leading to death or serious injury.
Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or
installing and removing tire chains.
Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replac-
ing tires on this vehicle.
Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported
by the jack.
Do not start or run the hybrid system while your vehicle is supported by
the jack.
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.
When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the
tire.
Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one work-
ing on or near the vehicle may be injured.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)Remove the valve cap from the
valve of the punctured tire.
Remove the air release cap
from the hose.
Connect the hose to the valve.
Screw the end of the hose
clockwise as far as possible.
Check the specified tire infla-
tion pressure.
Tire inflation pressure is speci-
fied on the label as shown. (P.
661)
Start the hybrid system. (P. 198)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situ-
ation. Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct start-
ing procedure is being followed. (P. 198)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The electronic key may not be functioning properly.
* (P.
630)
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
*
(P. 135)
There may be a malfunction in the P position control sys-
tem.
* (P. 202, 580)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 508)
The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or

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Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 508)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
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