2016 Lexus CT200h towing

5268-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 5 5 0 )
Remove the eyelet cover using a flat-
head screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a rag
between the screwdriver and the vehi-
cle body as shown in the illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the hole
and tighten partially by hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench
or hard metal bar.
Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start, turn the power switch to ON mode.
Shift the shift position to N and release the parking brake.
Emergency towing procedure
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5278-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,
making steering and br aking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. ( P. 5 5 0 )
WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or chains
may become damaged, broken debris ma y hit people and cause serious damage.
●Do not turn the power switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the parking lock.
■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyel et is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing ey elet may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the oppo-
site end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be dam-
aged while being towed.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the front
wheels raised or with all four wheels raised off
the ground. If the vehicle is towed with the front
wheels contacting the ground, the drivetrain
and related parts may be damaged or electric-
ity generated by the operation of the motor
may cause a fire to occur depending on the
nature of the damage or malfunction.

5508-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Towing eyelet
Jack
Spare tireJack handle
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CT200h_OM_OM76197U_(U)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Set the parking brake and shift the shift po
sition to P. Stop the hybrid system.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to help provide
traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift position to D or R, release the parking brake and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC. ( P. 2 3 6 )
WA R N I N G
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding
area is clear to avoid striking other vehicl es, objects or people. The vehicle may also
lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.
■When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift positi on with the accelerator pedal depressed.
Changing the shift position to any positions other than P or N may cause the vehicle to
accelerate abruptly, causing an accident and resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than neces-
sary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after th ese procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.
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619Alphabetical index
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Cooling system ..................................... 482Hybrid system overheating ......... 566
Consumption screen ...............................91
Cruise control Cruise control....................................... 186
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................................... 189
Cup holders ............................................ 430
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 38
Customizable features ........................ 591
Daytime running light system ............170
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors....................................... 414, 420
Rear window ............................. 414, 420
Windshield ................................. 414, 420
Dimension ............................................... 572
Dinghy towing......................................... 155
Display Drive information ................................. 88
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................................... 189
Energy monitor ........................................91
Multi-information display ................. 88
Warning messages.......................... 536
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 473 Doors
Automatic door locking and unlocking system............................. 108
Back door................................................. 110
Door glasses .......................................... 137
Door lock................................................ 105
Open door warning buzzer ........530
Open door warning light ..............530
Outside rear view mirrors ..............135
Rear door child-protectors ........... 108
Side doors .............................................. 105
Drive information .................................... 88
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ........................................................... 531
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 124
Driving Break-in tips ...........................................145
Correct posture .................................... 30
Driving mode select switch .......... 234
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............ 244
Procedures ............................................. 144
Winter drive tips ................................ 246
Driving position memory .................... 124 Memory recall function .................... 125
Dynamic radar cruise control Function ................................................... 189
Warning message...............................541
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Tire information ..................................... 582
Tires............................................................ 490Chains...................................................... 247
Checking............................................... 490
Glossary ................................................ 586
If you have a flat tire ......................... 549
Inflation pressure ................................ 497
Replacing .............................................. 549
Rotating tires ....................................... 490
Size ............................................................ 577
Snow tires ..............................................246
Spare tire ....................................549, 577
Tire identification number............. 583
Tire pressure warning system ...... 491
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................. 585
Warning light ........................................ 531
Tools...........................................................550
Top tether strap.......................................... 61
Total load capacity ............................... 572
Towing Dinghy towing ...................................... 155
Emergency towing............................524
Towing eyelet...................................... 525
Trailer towing ........................................ 154
TRAC (Traction Control) Function ..................................................235
TRAC OFF switch ............................236
Traction control..................................... 235
Trailer towing ...........................................154 Transmission
Hybrid transmission ........................... 162
P position switch ..................................163
Selecting a driving mode............... 234
Trip meters................................................. 85
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ...................... 516, 516, 518, 519
Turn signal lever ................................... 167
Wattage ................................................. 579
USB memory .............................. 278, 356
USB port ....................................... 255, 326
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................................... 439
Wattage ................................................. 579
Vanity mirrors........................................ 439 Vanity lights .......................................... 439
Vehicle data recordings...........................11
Vehicle identification number .........572
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)..................................................... 235
Voice command system.................... 400
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .... 235
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