2006 Lexus LS 430 Owners Manual - Page 149

2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION n To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control Keep the ON-OFF switch OFF when not in use. n To avoid death or serious injury The following conditions are unsuitable for cruise control use: • In bad weather (rain, fog, snow, sandstorms, etc.) • If the wipers are operated at high speed (radar cruise control), or at high or low speeds (laser cruise control.) This includes when the wiper lever is set to the "AUTO" position. • In heavy traffic. • On roads with sharp bends. • On slippery road surfaces. • On steep downhill slopes. • When the warning tone sounds frequently. • On roads with steep, short inclines and declines. • When exiting from, or when entering or merging onto a freeway. n When using the dynamic radar/laser cruise control 2 When driving Always drive carefully and attentively. Do not rely on the system to avoid accidents or control the vehicle's speed in emergency situations. The cruise control is not a collision-avoidance system. n Conditions which hinder the radar cruise control's vehicle detection capability l The rear section of the vehicle ahead is extremely small (unloaded trailer etc.) l The vehicle ahead or other vehicles are flinging up water or snow. l Heavy luggage in your trunk or on your rear seats causes the nose of your vehicle to rise. 135