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Driving
■When the accelerator pedal is depressed excessively
■When the vehicle moves in the unintend ed direction due to the wrong shift
lever position
P.203
■The Parking Support Brake function
(static object) will operate when
The function will operate when the PKSB
OFF indicator is not illuminated or flashing
Types of sensors
WARNING
■To ensure the system can operate
properly
P.204
■If the Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) operates unnecessar-
ily, such as at a railroad crossing
P.220
■Notes when washing the vehicle
P.205
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2244-5. Using the driving support systems
( P.66, 65) and all of the following condi-
tions are met:
●Engine output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is enabled.
• The vehicle speed is approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less.
• There is a static ob ject in the traveling
direction of the vehicle and approxi-
mately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away.
• The Parking Support Brake determines that a stronger-than-normal brake opera-
tion is necessary to avoid a collision.
●Brake control
• Engine output restriction control is oper- ating.
• The Parking Support Brake determines
that an immediate br ake operation is nec-
essary to avoid a collision.
■The Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) will stop operating when
The function will stop operating if any of the
following conditions are met:
●Engine output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is disabled.
• The system determines that the collision
has become avoidable with normal brake
operation.
• The static object is no longer approxi-
mately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away from the
vehicle or in the traveling direction of the
vehicle.
●Brake control
• The Parking Support Brake is disabled.
• Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed since the vehicle was stopped by brake
control.
• The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake control.
• The static object is no longer approxi-
mately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away from the
vehicle or in the traveling direction of the
vehicle.
■Detection range of the Parking Support
Brake function (static objects)
The detection range of the Parking Support
Brake function (static objects) differs from
the detection range of the intuitive parking
assist. ( P.207) Therefore, even if the intu-
itive parking assist detects an object and
provides a warning, the Parking Support
Brake function (static objects) may not start operating.
■Situations in which the system may not
operate properly
P.206
■Situations in which the system may
operate even if there is no possibility of a
collision
P.206
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Driving
*:If equipped
This function will operate in situations such as the followi ng if a vehicle is detected
in the traveling direction of the vehicle.
■When reversing, a vehicle is app roaching and the brake pedal is not
depressed, or is depressed late
P.197
■The Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles) will operate
when
The function will operate when the PKSB
OFF indicator is not illuminated or flashing
( P.66, 65) and all of the following condi-
tions are met:
●Engine output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is enabled.
• The vehicle speed is approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less.
• Vehicles which are ap proaching from the
right or left at the rear of the vehicle at a
traveling speed of approximately 5 mph
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles)*
If a rear radar sensor detects a vehicle a pproaching from the right or left at the
rear of the vehicle and the system determ ines that the possibility of a collision
is high, this function will perform brak e control to reduce the likelihood of an
impact with the approaching vehicle.
Examples of function operation
Types of sensors
WARNING
■To ensure the system can operate
properly
P.197
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2264-5. Using the driving support systems
(8 km/h) or more.
• The shift lever is in R.
• The Parking Support Brake determines that a stronger than normal brake opera-
tion is necessary to avoid a collision with
an approaching vehicle.
●Brake control
• Engine output restriction control is oper-
ating.
• The Parking Support Brake determines that an emergency brake operation is
necessary to avoid a collision with an
approaching vehicle.
■The Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles) will stop operat-
ing when
The function will stop operating if any of the
following conditions are met:
●Engine output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is disabled.
• The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.
• A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at th e rear of the vehicle.
●Brake control
• The Parking Support Brake is disabled.
• Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed since the vehicle was stopped by brake
control.
• The brake pedal is depressed after the
vehicle is stopped by brake control.
• A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at th e rear of the vehicle.
■Detection area of the Parking Support
Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles)
The detection area of the Parking Support
Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles) dif-
fers from the detection area of the RCTA
function ( P.211). Therefore, even if the
RCTA function detects a vehicle and pro-
vides an alert, the Parking Support Brake
function (rear-crossing vehicles) may not
start operating.
■Situations in which the system may not
operate properly
P.213
■Situations in which the system may
operate even if there is no possibility of a
collision
P.214
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2274-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
Vehicles without Adaptive Variable
Suspension SystemExcept F SPORT models
F SPORT models
1 Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when Eco drive
mode or sport mode is selected.
2 Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through modera te throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When not in Eco drive mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the left, the
Eco drive mode indicator will come on.
3
Sport mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode also changes the steering feel, mak-
ing it suitable for when agile driving
response is desired, such as when driving
on roads with many curves.
When not in sport mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT” indicator will comes on.
Vehicles with Adaptive Variable
Suspension System
1 Normal mode/Customized mode
Normal mode and customized mode are
selected by pressing the driving mode
select switch. Each time the switch is
pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and customized
mode. When customized mode is
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
Selecting a drive mode
A
B
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selected, the “Customize” indicator will be
illuminated.
When Eco drive mode or sport mode is
selected, pressing the switch changes the
driving mode to normal mode.
•Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
• Customized mode
Allows you to drive with the following func-
tions set to your preferred settings. Cus-
tomized mode settings can only be
changed on the drive mode customization
display of the Center Display. ( P.240)
2Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through modera te throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When not in Eco drive mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the left, the
Eco drive mode indicator will come on.
3 Sport mode
•SPORT S mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode is suitable for when agile driving response is desired,
such as when driving
on roads with many curves.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT S” indicator will come on.
• SPORT S+ mode
Helps to ensure stee ring performance and
driving stability by simultaneously con-
trolling the steering and suspension in
addition to the transmission and engine.
Suitable for sportier driving.
When in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT S+” indicator will come on.
■Operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cool-
ing operations and fan speed of the air con-
ditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency.
To improve air condit ioning performance,
adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive
mode.
■Automatic deactivation of sport mode
and customized mode
If the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in sport mode or customized mode, the
drive mode will be changed to normal
mode.
■Driving mode pop-up display (10.3-inch
display only)
When the driving mode is changed, the
selected driving mode will be temporarily
displayed on the side display. ( P.241)
FunctionSetting
Powertrain
Normal
Power
Eco
ChassisNormal
Sport
Air conditioning sys-
temNormal
Eco
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2294-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
■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 brak-
ing 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 sudden ly or turning on
slippery road surfaces.
■Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehi-
cle Stability Control)
Provides cooperative control of the
ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS.
Helps to maintain directional stability
when swerving on slippery road sur-
faces by controlling steering perfor-
mance.
■TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and pre-
vent the drive wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerat-
ing on slippery roads
■Active Cornering Assist (ACA)
Helps to prevent the vehicle from drift-
ing to the outer side by performing
inner wheel brake control when
attempting to accele rate while turning
■Hill-start assist control
Helps to reduce the backward move-
ment of the vehicle when starting on an
uphill
■EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce
the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel.
■Adaptive Variable Suspension sys-
tem (if equipped)
Controls the damping force of the
shock absorber of each wheel accord-
ing to the road and driving conditions,
helping achieve a comfortable ride,
excellent driveability and a high level of
stability.
If SPORT S+ mode is selected using
the driving mode select switch, the
damping force will become more suit-
able for sporty driving. ( P.227)
■VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Inte-
grated Management)
Provides integrated control of the
ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC,
hill-start assist control and EPS systems
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when
swerving on slippery road surfaces by
Driving assist systems
To keep driving safety and perfor-
mance, the following systems oper-
ate automatically in response to
various driving situations. Be aware,
however, that these systems are
supplementary and should not be
relied upon too heavily when oper-
ating the vehicle.
Summary of the driving assist
systems
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2304-5. Using the driving support systems
controlling the brakes, engine output
and steering assist.
■The Secondary Collision Brake
When the SRS airbag sensor detects a
collision and the system operates, the
brakes and brake lights are automati-
cally controlled to reduce the vehicle
speed and help redu ce the possibility
of further damage due to a secondary
collision.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems are
operating
The slip indicator light will flash while the
TRAC/VSC systems are operating.
■Disabling the TRAC system
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow,
the TRAC system may reduce power from
the engine to the wheels. Pressing the
switch to turn the sy stem off may make it
easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to
free it.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly press
and release switch.
The “Traction Control Turned Off” will be
shown on the multi-information display.
Press the switch again to turn the sys-
tem back on.
■Turning off both TRAC and VSC sys-
tems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off,
press and hold the switch for more
than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on
and the “Traction Control Turned Off” will
be shown on the multi-information display.
*
Press the switch again to turn the sys-
tem back on.
*: Pre-collision brake assist and pre-colli- sion braking will also be disabled. The
pre-collision system warning light will
come on and the messa ge will be shown
on the multi-information display.
( P.174)
■When the message is displayed on the
multi-information display showing that
TRAC has been disabled even if the
VSC OFF switch has not been pressed
TRAC is temporary deactivated. If the infor-
mation continues to show, contact your
Lexus dealer.
■Operating conditions of hill-start assist
control
When the following four conditions are met,
the hill-start assist control will operate:
●The shift lever is in a position other than P
or N (when starting off forward/back-
ward on an upward incline)
●The vehicle is stopped
●The accelerator pedal is not depressed
●The parking brake is not engaged
●Engine switch is turned to IGNITION
ON mode