Lexus ES 300(h), Owner'S Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
■
Enabling/disabling the pre-colli-
sion system
The pre-collision system can be
enabled/disabled on
(

P.135) of
the multi-information display.
The system is automatically enabled each
time the power switch is turned to ON
mode.
If the system is disabled, the PCS warn-
ing light will turn on and a message will
be displayed on the multi-information
display.
WARNING
● In some situations, while the pre-colli-
sion braking function is operating,
operation of the function may be can-
celed if the accelerator pedal is
depressed strongly or the steering
wheel is turned and the system deter-
mines that the driver is taking evasive
action.
● If the brake pedal is being depressed,
the system may determine that the
driver is taking evasive action and pos-
sibly delay the operation timing of the
pre-collision braking function.
■ When to disable the pre-collision sys-
tem
In the following situations, disable the
system, as it may not operate properly,
possibly leading to an accident resulting
in death or serious injury:
● When the vehicle is being towed
● When your vehicle is towing another
vehicle
● When transporting the vehicle via
truck, boat, train or similar means of
transportation
● When the vehicle is raised on a lift with
the hybrid system operating and the
tires are allowed to rotate freely
● When inspecting the vehicle using a
drum tester such as a chassis
dynamometer or speedometer tester,
or when using an on vehicle wheel bal-
ancer
● When a strong impact is applied to the
front bumper or front grille, due to an
accident or other reasons
● If the vehicle cannot be driven in a sta-
ble manner, such as when the vehicle
has been in an accident or is malfunc-
tioning
● When the vehicle is driven in a sporty
manner or off-road
●
When the tires are not properly
inflated
●
When the tires are very worn
●
When tires of a size other than speci-
fied are installed
● When tire chains are installed
● When a compact spare tire or an
emergency tire puncture repair kit is
used
●
If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may
obstruct the radar sensor or front cam-
era is temporarily installed to the vehi-
cle
Changing settings of the pre-col-
lision system