2013 Lexus CT200h power steering

2004-2. Driving procedures
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WA R N I N G
When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress
the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency
If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehi-
cle, press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly
3 times or more in succession. (P. 561)
However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emergency.
Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or
braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will
make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods
of time without the hybrid system on.
If the hybrid system is off, but the indicator on the power switch is illumi-
nated, this indicates that the power switch is still turned on. When exiting the
vehicle, always check that the power switch is off.
When starting the hybrid system
If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional immediately.
Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power switch
If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional immediately.

2684-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving assist systems
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 turn-
ing on slippery road surfaces
TRC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spin-
ning 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
turn the steering wheel
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems
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.

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Driving
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When the “TRC OFF” indicator comes on even if the TRC OFF switch has not
been pressed
TRC cannot be operated. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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 system 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 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.
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 over-
heating 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.
Automatic reactivation of TRC system
After turning the TRC system off, the system will be automatically re-enabled in
the following situations:
When the power switch is turned off
The TRC will turn on when vehicle speed increases
Operating conditions of emergency brake signal
When the following three conditions are met, the emergency brake signal will
operate:
The emergency flashers are off.
Actual vehicle speed is over 55 km/h (35 mph).
The brake pedal is depressed in a manner that cause the system to judge from
the vehicle deceleration that this is a sudden braking operation.
Automatic system cancelation of emergency brake signal
The emergency brake signal will turn off in any of the following situations:
The emergency flashers are turned on.
The brake pedal is released.
The system judges from the vehicle deceleration that is not a sudden braking
operation.

2925-1. Basic Operations
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Volume switch:
• Press: Increases/decreases vol-
ume
• Press and hold: Continuously
increases/decreases volume
Radio mode:
• Press: Selects a radio station
• Press and hold: Seeks up/down
CD, MP3/WMA disc, Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Selects a track/file/song
• Press and hold: Selects a folder or album (MP3/WMA disc, Blue-
tooth
®, iPod or USB)
“MODE” switch:
• Press: Turns the power on, selects an audio source
• Press and hold: Turns the power off
Canceling automatic selection of a radio station
Press the “” or “” button again.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or naviga-
tion system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio sys-
tem or navigation system.
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WA R N I N G
To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.

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Audio system
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Steering wheel audio switches
Volume switch
• Increases/decreases volume
• Press and hold: Continuously
increases/decreases volume
Radio mode:
• Press (except manual mode):
Select a radio station
• Press (manual mode): Seek up/
down
• Press and hold (manual mode): Continuously seek up/down
CD, MP3/WMA/AAC disc, Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Select a track/file/song/video
• Press and hold: Select a folder/album (MP3/WMA/AAC disc or
USB)
“MODE” switch
• Turns the power on, selects audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operation. To
cancel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or naviga-
tion system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio sys-
tem or navigation system.
Operating the audio system using the steering wheel switches
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WA R N I N G
To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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6Interior features
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6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system (Vehicles with
a navigation system or
Lexus Display Audio
System) ........................... 442
Automatic air conditioning
system (Vehicles without
a navigation system or
Lexus Display Audio
System) ........................... 452
Heated steering wheel/
seat heaters ...................... 459
• Heated steering wheel... 460
• Seat heaters ................... 4606-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .............. 461
• Personal/interior light
main switch .................. 462
• Front personal/
interior lights ................ 462
• Rear interior light ......... 462
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 464
• Glove box ..................... 465
• Console box .................. 465
•Cup holders/
bottle holders/
door pockets ................. 466
• Auxiliary boxes ............ 468
Luggage compartment
features ........................... 470
6-4. Other interior features
Other interior features....... 473
• Sun visors ..................... 473
• Vanity mirrors............... 473
• Clock ............................ 474
• Power outlet.................. 475
• Assist grips ................... 477

4606-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Turns the heated steering wheel on/
off
The indicator light comes on when
the heated steering wheel is operat-
ing.
The heated steering wheel can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
Pops the knob out
Turns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat temperature
The further you turn the knob clock-
wise, the warmer the seat becomes.
The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
When not in use, turn the knob fully counterclockwise. The indicator light goes
off. Press the knob into the recessed position.
Heated steering wheel
Seat heaters
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8 8-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift position to N.
If the shift position is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the hybrid system.
If the shift position cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed
as much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system, press
and hold the power switch for 2
consecutive seconds or more, or
press it briefly 3 times or more in
succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehi-
cle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following procedure:
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Press and hold for 2 seconds or
more,
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WA R N I N G
If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the steering wheel
heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid
system.
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