2454-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles up to
approximately 400 ft. (120 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle
following distance, and operates to maintain a suitable following distance from
the vehicle ahead.
Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on long downhill
slopes.
Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead
The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control.
Example of deceleration cruising and follow-up cruising
When a preceding vehicle is driving slower than the set speed appears
When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically deceler-
ates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary, the system
applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at this time). The system will respond to
changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle
distance set by the driver. A warning tone warns you when the system cannot deceler-
ate sufficiently to prevent your vehicl e from closing in on the vehicle ahead.
When the vehicle ahead of you stops, your ve hicle will also stop (vehicle is stopped by
system control). After the vehicle ahead starts off, pushing the cruise control lever up
or depressing the accelerator peda l will resume follow-up cruising.
Example of acceleration
When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set
speed
The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to con-
stant speed cruising.
Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
1
2
3
2674-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
●When the lane markers are on a curb, etc.
●When driving on a particularly bright road surface, such as concrete
●When driving on a road surface that is bright due to reflected light
●When driving in a location where the light level changes rapi dly, such as the entrance to
or exit from a tunnel
●When sunlight or the headlights of oncoming vehicles are shining directly into the cam-
era lens
●When driving on roads that are branching or merging
●When driving on a hill
●When driving on winding roads or roads that are uneven
●When driving on rough or unpaved roads
●When driving on a sharp curve
●When lane markers are extremely narrow or extremely wide
●When the vehicle leans to one side an unus ual amount due to a heavy load or improper
tire inflation pressure
●When the following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is extremely
short
●When the vehicle experiences strong up-and -down motion such as when driving on an
extremely rough road or on a seam in the pavement
● When headlight brightness at nighttime is reduced due to dirt on the lenses, or when
the headlights are misaligned
●When receiving a side wind
■When changing the tires
Depending on the tires used, such as snow tires, etc., sufficient performance may not be
maintainable.
■Warning messages for the LDA
Warning messages are used to indicate a syst em malfunction or to inform the driver of
the need for caution while driving. If a wa rning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, read the message and follow the instructions.
Also, even if a warning message is displayed, it will not impede normal driving.
■ When turning on/off the steering control function
From “Settings display” ( P. 92) of the multi-information display, the steering
control function can be turned on/off.
Pressing the or meter control switches ( P. 92), selects
With each press of meter control switch es, the control switches between “On” and
“Off”
■Sensitivity adjustment for th e lane deviation alert buzzer
From
“Settings display” ( P. 92) of the multi-information display, the alert sensi-
tivity for the alert buzzer when deviating from the lane can be adjusted.
Pressing the or meter control switches ( P. 92), selects
With each press of meter control switches, the control switches between “High”
and “Standard”
1
2
1
2
5508-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, bu t then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
*1 Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
*1Low engine oil pressure warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
*1High coolant temperature warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates that the engine is overheating
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place. Continuing to drive
the vehicle may be dangerous.
Handling method ( P. 5 8 4 )
Brake system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
5558-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
WA R N I N G
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. The vehi-
cle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which
could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is restricted. When the
light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is lost and handling operations of
the steering wheel become extremely heavy. When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than
usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it
with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
557
8
When trouble arises
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
If a warning message is displayed
Master warning light
The master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
Handling Method
Follow the instructio ns of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are show n again after the following actions have
been performed, contact your Lexus dealer.
The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending on the
content of the message. If a message in dicates the need for inspection by a
dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
The multi-information display shows warnings of system malfunctions, incor-
rectly performed operations, and messages that indicate a need for mainte-
nance. When a message is shown, perform the correction procedure
appropriate to the message.
1
2
3
Messages and warnings
System
warning light
Wa r n i n g b u z z e r*Wa r n i n g
Comes on
Sounds Indicates an important situation, such
as when a system related to driving is
malfunctioning or that danger may
result if the correction procedure is not
performed
Comes on
or flashesSounds
Indicates an important situation, such
as when the systems shown on the
multi-information display may be mal-
functioning
FlashesSounds
Indicates a situation, such as when
damage to the vehicle or danger may
result
5588-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
■System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases. Instead, a sep-
arate system warning light will come on along with a message shown on the multi-infor-
mation display.
●Malfunction of the ABS
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P. 551)
●Malfunction of th e charging system
The charging system warning light comes on. ( P. 5 5 0 )
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the engine switch
to OFF with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed. (The indicator will not work
properly unless the oil maintenance data has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if necessar y. After changing the engine oil, the oil
change system should be reset. ( P. 4 9 4 )
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil should be change d. (After the engine oil is changed and the
oil maintenance data has been reset.)
Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by your Lexus dealer. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be reset. ( P. 4 9 4 )
Comes
onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunc-
tion of electrical components, their
condition, or indicates the need for
maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly
System
warning
lightWa r n i n g b u z z e r*Wa r n i n g
643Alphabetical index
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
ASC (Active Sound Control) ......... 209
Assist grips .............................................. 455
Audio system (with navigation system)
*
Audio system.......................................... 326 Antenna ..................................................354
Audio input........................................... 335
AUX port.............................................. 335
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 380
CD player ..............................................357
iPod ...........................................................364
MP3/WMA disc ...............................357
Optimal use ..........................................344
Portable music player ........................371
Radio ......................................................... 351
Setup menu ........................................... 337
Steering wheel audio switches ............................................... 332
USB memory .......................................367
Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter......................... 516
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................420
Micro dust and pollen filter ...........426
S-FLOW mode .................................. 422
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................213
Automatic High Beam ......................... 214
Automatic light control system......... 212
AUX port................................................. 335 Back door .................................................. 120
Wireless remote control..................120
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .......................535
Wattage ................................................ 598
Battery If the battery is discharged........... 580
Preparing and checking before winter...................................................... 317
Warning light ...................................... 550
Bluetooth
®............................................. 403
Audio system ...................................... 380
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ....................... 382
Bottle holders ........................................ 438
Brake Brake Hold ........................................... 207
Fluid ..........................................................596
Parking brake ...................................... 204
Warning light ...................................... 550
Brake assist .............................................. 297
Brake Hold...............................................207
Break-in tips .............................................168
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........88
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 309 Blind Spot Monitor function........... 312
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.................................................. 314
B
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
645Alphabetical index
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
CoolantCapacity ................................................ 594
Checking............................................... 496
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................317
Warning light ...................................... 550
Cooling system ..................................... 496 Engine overheating.......................... 584
Cornering lights ...................................... 212
Cruise control Cruise control..................................... 258
Dynamic radar cruise control........231
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .................... 244
Cup holders ............................................ 438
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 38
Customizable features .........................614 Daytime running light system............ 212
Deck board..............................................442
Deck under tray ...................................... 441
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 425
Rear window ........................................ 425
Windshield............................................ 425
Differential .............................................. 595
Dimension ............................................... 590
Dinghy towing ......................................... 192
Display Drive information .................................. 92
Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 231
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 244
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ..................... 261
Multi-information display.................... 91
Warning messages .......................... 557
Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 486D