2012 Lexus CT 200h Owners Manual - Page 173

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2-1. Driving procedures

CT200h_U (OM76040U)

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Operation of the °POWER± switch

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When operating the “POWER” switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the

switch is pressed improperly, the hybrid system may not start or the “POWER”

switch mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.

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If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the

“POWER” switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turn-

ing the “POWER” switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the

hybrid system.

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Automatically P position selection function

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P. 187

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When the P position control system malfunctions

The “POWER” switch will not be able to be turned off. In such a case, the switch can

be turned off after applying the parking brake.

Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

CAUTION

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When starting the hybrid system

Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the

accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency

If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehicle,

press and hold the “POWER” switch for more than 3 seconds, or press it briefly 3

times or more in succession.

However, do not touch the “POWER” switch while driving except in an emergency.

Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking

control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more diffi-

cult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is

safe to do so.