Lexus 2008 ES350, Owner'S Manual

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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CAUTION
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Before using dynamic radar cruise control
Do not overly rely on vehicle-to-vehicle distance control.
Be aware of the set vehicle speed. If automatic deceleration/acceleration is not
appropriate, adjust the vehicle speed, as well as the distance between your vehicle
and vehicles ahead by applying the brakes, etc.
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To avoid inadvertent cruise control activation
Keep the ON-OFF button off when not in use.
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Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control
Do not use dynamic radar cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in inappropriate control of speed and could cause serious or
fatal accident.
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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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Where there are sudden changes between sharp up and down gradients
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At entrances to expressways
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When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sensors
from functioning correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, etc.)
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Where buzzer can be heard often
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