1934-1. Before driving
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Driving
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NOTICE
When driving the vehicle
Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driv-
ing, as this may restrain driving torque.
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at
the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift position to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acciden-
tally depressed.
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (P. 590, 604)
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
Engine stalling
Short in electrical components
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure
to have any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional check the following:
Brake function
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmis-
sion, etc.
Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possible),
and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
If the P position control system is damaged by flooding, it may not be possible
to shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. When the shift posi-
tion cannot be changed from P to any other position, the front wheels will lock,
and you will be unable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground,
as the front wheels may be locked. In this case, transport the vehicle with both
front wheels or all four wheels lifted.
2674-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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Driving mode select switch
Normal mode
Eco drive mode
Suitable for improving the fuel econ-
omy, because the torque correspond-
ing to the accelerator pedal
depression amount can be generated
more smoothly than it is in normal
conditions and the operation of the
air conditioning system (heating/
cooling) will be minimized.
When the driving mode select switch is turned left, the “ECO MODE” indica-
tor comes on in the instrument cluster.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode.
Sport mode
Use when high levels of response and feeling are desirable, such as when driv-
ing in mountainous regions or when overtaking.
When the driving mode select switch is turned right, the “SPORT MODE”
indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode.
Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air
conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency (P. 450, 457). To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the power switch is turned off after
driving in sport mode.
The driving modes can be selected to suit driving conditions.
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4 4-6. Driving tips
Driving
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Hybrid vehicle driving tips
Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accelera-
tor pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly than it is
in normal conditions. In addition, the operation of the air conditioning
system (heating/cooling) will be minimized, improving the fuel econ-
omy. (P. 267)
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicator needle of
Hybrid System Indicator within Eco area. (P. 107)
Shift lever operation
Shift the shift position to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving in
heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift position to P when parking. When
using the N position, there is no positive effect on fuel consumption. In
the N position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be
generated. Also, when using the air conditioning system, etc., the
hybrid battery (traction battery) power is consumed.
Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceler-
ation. Gradual acceleration and deceleration will make more effec-
tive use of the electric motor (traction motor) without having to use
gasoline engine power.
Avoid repeated acceleration. Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be restored by driving with the acceler-
ator pedal slightly released.
When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing
down.
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following
points:
5988-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WA R N I N G
Replacing a flat tire
Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after
the vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the
brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other
body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen and
the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, lead-
ing to bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause
the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious acci-
dent.
Remove any oil or grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 103 N•m
(10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically
designed for that wheel.
• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or
bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
5998-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Remove any dirt or foreign mat-
ter from the wheel contact sur-
face.
If foreign matter is on the wheel con-
tact surface, the wheel nuts may
loosen while the vehicle is in
motion, causing the tire to come off.
Install the spare tire and loosely
tighten each wheel nut by hand
by approximately the same
amount.
Tighten the wheel nuts until the
tapered portion comes into loose
contact with the disc wheel seat.
Lower the vehicle.
Firmly tighten each wheel nut
two or three times in the order
shown in the illustration.
Tightening torque:
103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
Installing the spare tire
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Disc
wheel
Tapered por-2
3
4
5
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9 9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
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*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the
engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more than
5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Fuel
Fuel type
EU area
Unleaded gasoline conforming to European
standard EN228 only
Except EU area
Unleaded gasoline only
Research Octane Number95 or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Refer-
ence)45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp.gal.)
Electric motor (traction motor)
TypePermanent magnet motor
Maximum output60 kW
Maximum torque207 N•m (21.1 kgf•m, 153 ft•lbf)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
TypeNickel-Metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity28 modules
Overall voltage201.6 V
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill refer-
ence
*)
With filter
Without filter4.2 L (4.4 qt., 3.7 Imp.qt.)
3.9 L (4.1 qt., 3.4 Imp.qt.)
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9 9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
CT200h_OM_OM76102E_(EE)
Ty p e A
*: For optimizing fuel economy, ECO tire pressure is recommended. Tire pres-
sure affects traveling comfort, road noise and steering characteristics.
Ty p e B
Tires and wheels
Tire size195/65R15 91H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
More than 160 km/h
(100 mph)250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm2
or bar, 36 psi)
160 km/h (100 mph)
or less
Normal pressure
230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2
or bar, 33 psi)
ECO pressure*
270 kPa (2.7 kgf/cm2
or bar, 39 psi)
Wheel size15 5 1/2 J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire size205/55R16 91W, 205/55R16 91V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)More than 160 km/h
(100 mph)240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2
or bar, 35 psi)
160 km/h (100 mph)
or less220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2
or bar, 32 psi)
Wheel size16 6 J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
6469-1. Specifications
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Ty p e C
Compact spare tire (if equipped)
Tire size215/45R17 87W
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front tire
230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 33 psi)
Rear tire
220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi)
Wheel size17 7 J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire sizeT125/70D17 98M
Spare tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 60 psi)
Wheel size17 4 T
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)