2017 Lexus CT200h windshield wipers

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WA R N I N G
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipe
rs in “AUTO” mode (vehicles with rain-
sensing windshield wipers)
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the wind-
shield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your fingers etc. do not
become caught in the windshield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The
fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause lo w visibility. This may lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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Driving
Headlight cleaner switch
Press the switch to clean the headlights.
■The headlight cleaners can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode and
the headlight switch is turned on.
■Windshield washer linked operation
Only for the first time when the windshield washer is operated with the power switch in
ON mode and the headlights on, the headlight cleaners will operate once. ( P. 177)
: If equipped
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.

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Driving
■Dynamic radar cruise control can be set when
●The shift position is in D.
●Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).
■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
The vehicle can accelerate normally. After acceleration, the set speed resumes. How-
ever, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease
below the set speed in order to maintain the distance to the vehicle ahead.
■Set speed
The set speed may be unsustainable depending on driving circumstances.
■Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in the following situ-
ations:
●Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
●Enhanced VSC is activated.
●The sensor cannot operate correctly because it is covered in some way.
●The windshield wipers are oper ating at high speed. (when the wiper switch is set to the
“AUTO” mode or the high speed wiper operation position).
If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled for any other rea-
son, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Automatic cancelation of constant speed control
The cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in the following situations:
●Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below the set vehi-
cle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
●Vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
●Enhanced VSC is activated.
■Radar sensor and grille cover
Always keep the sensor and grille cover clean to ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control operates properly. (Some obstructions, such as snow, ice and plastic
objects, cannot be detected by the obstruction sensor.)
Dynamic radar cruise control is cancel ed if an obstruction is detected.
■Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control
Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform
the driver of the need for caution while driving. (P. 5 4 2 )
Grille cover
Radar sensor
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Maintenance and care
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes or
abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving for
long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Front side windows water-repellent coating
●The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent coating.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.Clean the windows with a soft, da mp cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that co ntain abrasives when cleaning the windows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance has become insufficient, the coating can be
repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
WA R N I N G
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the en gine compartment. Doing so may cause the
electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the windshield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into the raindrop
sensor
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi-
ciently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may oper-
ate unexpectedly in the following situations,
and may result in hands being caught or other
serious injuries and cause damage to the wiper
blades.
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NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosio
n on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated wi th soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gaso line are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remo ve any dirt and store in a place with low
humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the su rfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash (vehicle s with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be
damaged.
■When using a high pressure car wash
●When washing the vehicle, do not let water from the high-pressure washer directly hit
the camera or the area around the camera. Due to the shock from high-pressure
water, it is possible that the device may not operate normally.
●Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), con-
nectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into contact
with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
•Brake parts

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Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work properly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakage after
the vehicle has been parked.
Ti r e s
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or excessivelyworn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the mainte- nance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/
rear window wiper
• The wiper blades should no t show any signs of crack-
ing, splitting, wear, contamination or deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/rear
window without streaking or skipping.
WA R N I N G
■If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

5478-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
An attempt was made to shift the shift position from R to
B. A buzzer also sounds.
The shift position automatically changed to N.
 Shift the shift position to D, and then shift the shift
position to B.
An attempt was made to shift the shift position to D while
the vehicle was moving in reverse.
A buzzer also sounds.
The shift position automatically changed to N.
 Stop the vehicle, and then change the shift position.
An attempt was made to shift the shift position to R while
the vehicle was moving forward.
A buzzer also sounds.
The shift position automatically changed to N.
 Stop the vehicle, and then change the shift position.
Indicates that the P position switch is pressed while the
vehicle is running. A buzzer also sounds.
The shift position automatically changed to N.
 To shift the shift position to P, stop the vehicle com-
pletely and press the P position switch.
 To continue driving, shift th e shift position to D or R.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar cruise control sensor is dirty or
covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
 Clean the sensor.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control system is
unable to judge vehicle-to-vehicle distance
A buzzer also sounds.
 If the windshield wipers are on, turn them off or set
them to either intermittent or slow mode.
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633Alphabetical index
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SeatsAdjustment .............................................. 122
Adjustment precautions ...................123
Child seats/child restraint system installation.................... 55, 58
Cleaning ................................................ 469
Driving position memory ................ 126
Folding down the rear seatbacks ..............................................124
Head restraint ....................................... 129
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 32
Seat heaters .......................................... 429
Sensor Inside rear view mirror ..................... 136
Intuitive parking assist ..................... 205
Radar sensor ..............................197, 243
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ...................................................... 181
Service reminder indicators ............... 82
Shift lever ...................................................165
Side airbags ............................................... 40
Side doors..................................................107
Side marker lights Light switch ............................................. 172
Replacing light bulbs ........................524
Side mirrors .............................................. 137 Adjusting and folding.........................137
Heaters......................................... 418, 424
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........................524
Turn signal lever .................................. 170 Smart access system with
push-button start.................................. 116Antenna location................................... 116
Entry functions ............................. 107, 112
Starting the hybrid system...............159
Warning message............................. 552
Snow tires .................................................249
Spare tire Inflation pressure................................583
Storage location .................................556
Spark plug ............................................... 582
Specifications......................................... 578
Speedometer ............................................ 86
Sport mode .............................................. 237
Steering wheel Adjustment.............................................. 132
Audio switches .......................258, 329
“DISP” switch .......................................... 90
Heated steering wheel ................... 429
Telephone switches.......................... 295
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 524
Storage feature ..................................... 433
Storage precautions ........................... 433
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck........ 576
Sun visors..................................................443
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.