4-5. Using The Driving Support Sys - Lexus CT200H Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
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Cruise control can be set when
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The shift position is in D.
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Vehicle speed is above approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
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Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
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The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes.
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Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased by
first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever
down to set the new speed.
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Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following sit-
uations.
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Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 16 km/h (10 mph) below
the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
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Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 40km/h (25 mph).
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VSC is activated.
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If the warning message for the cruise control is shown on the multi-information
display
Press the "ON-OFF" button once to deactivate the system, and then press the
button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immedi-
ately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control sys-
tem. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
WARNING
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To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the "ON-OFF" button when not in use.
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Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
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In heavy traffic
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On roads with sharp bends
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On winding roads
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On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
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On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
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During emergency towing
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