2012 Lexus LS 460 Owners Manual - Page 308
2012 Lexus LS 460 Manual
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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Conditions affecting VGRS operations
In the following situations, the center position of the steering wheel may change.
However, the position will return to normal after the conditions are improved.
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When the steering wheel has been operated quickly or operated for an
extended period of time while the vehicle is stopped or is moving very slowly
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When the steering wheel has been held fully to the left or right
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When the battery is low or the voltage temporarily drops
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After the engine is started at lower than -22±F (-30±C).
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Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from over-
heating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain from excessive
steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The system should return
to normal within 10 minutes.
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If the slip indicator comes on
It may indicate a malfunction in the VSC, TRAC and hill start assist control function.
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P. 728)
CAUTION
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The ABS does not operate effectively when
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The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded.
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The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on a wet or slick road.
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Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal condi-
tions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situations:
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When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
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When driving with tire chains
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When driving over bumps in the road
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When driving over roads with potholes or roads with uneven roads