LEXUS SAFETY SYSTEM+ 2.0 A COMPREHENSIVE SUITE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1 is designed to help protect drivers, passengers, people in other vehicles on the road, pedestrians and cyclists from harm. This latest generation of Lexus Safety System+ represents the next milestone in a long history of creating advancements and innovations in safety that help prevent crashes and protect people. LEXUS SAFETY SYSTEM+ 2.0 ADDRESSES THE THREE MOST COMMON ACCIDENT TYPES FRONTAL COLLISIONS UNINTENDED LANE DEPARTURES NIGHTTIME ACCIDENTS Under certain conditions, Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1 is designed to support driver awareness, decision making and vehicle operation over a wide range of speeds. Packaged together in an integrated system, Lexus Safety System+ features help address three key areas of accident protection*: preventing or mitigating frontal collisions 2, keeping drivers within their lane 3, and enhancing road safety during nighttime driving 4. However, drivers are responsible for their own safety, and must always drive safely, obey traffic speed limits and laws and focus on the road while driving. Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1 builds on the previous Lexus Safety System+ suite and consists of six active safety and driver assistance systems: Pre-Collision System 2 with Daytime/Low-Light Vehicle and Pedestrian Detection, plus Daytime Bicyclist Detection 5 Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 with All-Speed Range Lane Departure Alert 3 with Steering Assist Intelligent High Beams 4 Road Sign Assist 7 Actual driver assistance system may vary by vehicle refer to Owner s Manual to confirm. Lane Tracing Assist 8 * To ensure proper system function, Lexus does not recommend vehicle ride height modification which may adversely affect the operation of the Pre-Collision System and Automatic Emergency Braking, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist and Intelligent High Beams systems. 1
PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM WITH DAYTIME/LOW-LIGHT VEHICLE AND PEDESTRIAN DETECTION, PLUS DAYTIME BICYCLIST DETECTION Availability: LS 2019 ES 2019 UX 2019 Pre-Collision System 2 uses an integrated forward-facing camera and grillemounted radar system designed to help mitigate or avoid a frontal collision. For Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1, Pre-Collision System has been enhanced with the ability to detect a bicyclist in daytime situations, as well as a vehicle and a pedestrian in both daytime and low-light situations 5. VEHICLE DETECTION When Pre-Collision System 2 determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with another vehicle is high, it prompts the driver to take evasive action and brake by using an audible and visual alert. If the driver notices the hazard and brakes, Pre-Collision System may use Brake Assist 9 to provide additional braking force. If the driver does not brake in a set time and the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with another vehicle is extremely high, the system may use Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 10 to automatically apply the brakes, reducing speed to help mitigate the impact or avoid the collision entirely if possible. PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLIST DETECTION Under certain conditions, if the Pre-Collision System 2 determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with a pedestrian or bicyclist is high 5, it prompts the driver to take evasive action and brake by using an audible and visual alert. If the driver notices the hazard and brakes, the system may use Brake Assist 9 to provide additional braking force. If the driver does not brake in a set time and the system determines that the risk of collision with a pedestrian or bicyclist is extremely high 5, the system may use Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 10 to automatically apply the brakes, reducing speed to help mitigate the impact or avoid the collision entirely if possible. Refer to a Lexus Owner s Manual for additional information on Pre-Collision System operation, settings, adjustments, limitations and precautions. Pre-Collision System Vehicle Detection Pre-Collision System Pedestrian Detection Pre-Collision System Bicyclist Detection Operation Speed Range Alert Operation Speed Range Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Potential Speed Reduction Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 7-110 mph 7-110 mph 37 mph 7-50 mph 7-50 mph 25 mph 7-50 mph 7-50 mph 25 mph All figures listed above are approximate. 2
ALL-SPEED DYNAMIC RADAR CRUISE CONTROL Availability: LS 2019 ES 2019 UX 2019 Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 is a high-tech cruise control system that uses a front grille-mounted radar and a forward-facing camera to detect a vehicle in front of you and automatically adjust the vehicle's speed to help maintain a pre-set distance behind a vehicle ahead. Intended for highways, and similar to constant speed cruise control, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 lets drivers maintain a set speed without constant throttle input from the driver. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control goes a step further by including a vehicle-to-vehicle distance control system, which adjusts the vehicle speed to help maintain a pre-set distance from a vehicle ahead. This means that if the vehicle ahead is detected traveling at a slower speed than your pre-set speed, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 will automatically slow the vehicle to maintain a pre-set following distance without deactivating cruise control. If Dynamic Radar Cruise Control determines the vehicle needs to slow down even more, an audible and visual alert occurs and brakes may be applied. When there s no longer a preceding vehicle driving slower than your set speed, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control will accelerate back to your set speed. All models equipped with Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1 feature All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6, which is designed to allow lowspeed following, speed matching, stopping, and acceleration/deceleration to a preceding vehicle. Refer to a Lexus Owner s Manual for additional information on Dynamic Radar Cruise Control operation, settings, adjustments, limitations and precautions. Minimum Set Speed Operation Speed Range All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 19 mph 0-110 mph All figures listed above are approximate. LANE DEPARTURE ALERT WITH STEERING ASSIST Availability: LS 2019 ES 2019 UX 2019 Lane Departure Alert 3 is designed to use the vehicle's forward-facing camera to detect lane departure when traveling on relatively straight roads with clear white or yellow lane markings, as well as certain road edges or curbs. The system's current operating status is indicated through colored lane marking illustrations on the vehicle's Multi-Information Display (MID) and available Head Up Display (HUD). If Lane Departure Alert determines that the vehicle is starting to unintentionally deviate from its visibly marked lane, the system alerts the driver with an audible and visual alert and steering wheel vibration. When this alert occurs, drivers must carefully check the surrounding road before safely directing the vehicle back to the center of the lane. STEERING ASSIST In addition to the alert function, Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1 Lane Departure Alert also includes Steering Assist 3. When this functionality is enabled and Lane Departure Alert senses that the vehicle is unintentionally drifting from its lane, the system may automatically make small corrective steering inputs to help the driver keep the vehicle in its lane. 3
ROAD EDGE DETECTION For Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1, Lane Departure Alert has been updated with Road Edge Detection, which may be capable of sensing the boundary between the road surface and the side of the road in the absence of clear lane markings. Refer to a Lexus Owner s Manual for additional information on Lane Departure Alert operation, settings, adjustments, limitations and precautions. Lane Departure Alert Minimum Operation Speed 32 mph All figures listed above are approximate. INTELLIGENT HIGH BEAMS Availability: LS 2019 ES 2019 UX 2019 Intelligent High Beams 4 are a safety system designed to help the driver see more clearly at night while reducing glare for other drivers. By using high beams more frequently, the system may allow earlier detection of pedestrians and obstacles. When activated, Intelligent High Beams 4 are designed to rely on an in-vehicle camera to help detect the headlights of oncoming vehicles and taillights of preceding vehicles, then automatically toggle between high and low beams. Refer to a Lexus Owner s Manual for additional information on Intelligent High Beams operation, settings, adjustments, limitations and precautions. Intelligent High Beams Minimum Operation Speed 25 mph All figures listed above are approximate. ROAD SIGN ASSIST Availability: LS 2019 ES 2019 UX 2019 Road Sign Assist 7 is designed to read certain traffic signs and display them on the vehicle s Multi- Information Display (MID) or available Head Up Display (HUD). Road Sign Assist also aides the driver in the event a sign is overlooked or missed. While a speed limit sign is displayed, the system notifies the driver if the vehicle exceeds the displayed speed limit plus a specified threshold value. The driver is notified by displaying an orange border of the sign in the MID. The system can read Speed Limit, Stop, Yield, and Do Not Enter signs. When Do Not Enter signs are detected, the driver is notified by flashing the sign in the multi-information display. The settings can be customized so that a buzzer sounds when the notification is displayed. Refer to a Lexus Owner s Manual for additional information on Road Sign Assist operation, settings, adjustments, limitations and precautions. 4
LANE TRACING ASSIST Availability: LS 2019 ES 2019 UX 2019 Lane Tracing Assist 8 is designed to work with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 to keep the vehicle centered in its visibly marked lane and preemptively avoid unintented lane departures. Lane Tracing Assist 8 uses a forward-facing camera to monitor lane markings as well as the path of the vehicle ahead, if needed and is designed to automatically make constant steering inputs to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane. Lane Tracing Assist requires the driver's hands to remain on the steering wheel. Refer to a Lexus Owner s Manual for additional information on Lane Tracing Assist operation, settings, adjustments, limitations and precautions. LEXUS SAFETY SYSTEM+ VERSUS LEXUS SAFETY SYSTEM+ 2.0 Lexus Safety System+ (First generation) Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 (Second generation) Vehicle 5 a a Pedestrian (daytime) 5 a a Pre-Collision System 2 Pedestrian (low-light) 5 a Bicyclist (daytime) 5 a Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 a a Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist 3 a a Intelligent High Beams 4 a a Road Sign Assist 7 a Lane Keep Assist 11 a Lane Tracing Assist 8 a Actual system availability may vary based on vehicle. Please refer to Owner s Manual to confirm. 5
PRECAUTIONS: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM Pre-Collision System 2 is premised on safe driving by the driver. It is not a system that will avoid collisions under all conditions. Do not depend on the system or use it in place of emergency brake operation. Pre-Collision System operation is dependent on the front grille-mounted millimeter-wave radar and in-vehicle camera's ability to detect and see clearly a preceding vehicle or pedestrian 3 on relatively straight roadways, as well as the visibility/detectability of the preceding vehicle/pedestrian itself. Pre-Collision System may not operate if it does not recognize a preceding vehicle or pedestrian. Pre-Collision System is not designed to detect animals or other objects. Situations such as a fogged, dirty, broken or tinted windshield or rain, snow, ice or sticker-covered windshield blocking the camera or laser may affect Pre-Collision System operation. Intense light from the front or inclement weather obstructing camera visibility or laser detection, or sharp curves in the road, may affect Pre-Collision System operation. Also, changes to the vehicle's height or angle from load, towing, suspension or tire modifications/chains or lift kits may affect Pre-Collision System operation. Furthermore, if a preceding vehicle is not correctly recognized, unneeded driver alerts or automatic braking may occur, so drivers need to pay continuous attention to the surrounding conditions, the direction of travel and vehicle's location on the road. Ultimately, drivers are responsible for their own safe driving, steering, braking, the vehicle speed and operation, and distance to a preceding vehicle at all times. (NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1 may also detect a bicyclist 3, in addition to a vehicle and a pedestrian.) Pre-Collision System 2 may not recognize a vehicle or a pedestrian in the following conditions and environments: When there is a problem with the vehicle or if it is modified When visibility to the front is poor due to inclement weather (rain, snow, fog, dust raised by wind, sandstorm, blizzard, etc.) When a pedestrian or vehicle suddenly appears in front of the vehicle If the rear-most surface of the preceding vehicle is small, low or irregularly high If the camera and radar is misaligned or being blocked (by a wiper blade, etc.) When something is on the sensor such as bugs, dirt, ice, a sticker, etc. When the sensors detect something that is not a preceding vehicle or pedestrian When driving on an up or down slope When very close to a preceding vehicle (approximately 6.5 feet or less) or coming close to a preceding vehicle after changing lanes When a preceding vehicle cuts in front of you suddenly, abruptly steers, accelerates or decelerates, or is offset compared to your vehicle If the vehicle in front does not have its taillights on When a vehicle or a pedestrian approaches your vehicle head-on or nearly head-on While making a left/right turn and for a few seconds after making a left/right turn If camera recognition conditions are poor shortly after starting the vehicle or when the camera is hot, such as when parked in the sun When driving through steam or smoke, or in inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm When driving in low light (dusk, dawn, etc.) or when driving without headlights at night or in a tunnel When a pedestrian suddenly appear from behind or alongside a vehicle When approaching the side or front of a vehicle When the overall width of the preceding vehicle is narrow (such as an Ultra Lightweight Vehicle or motorcycles) If a preceding vehicle has a small rear end, such as an unloaded truck, or is carrying a load which protrudes past its rear bumper If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, such as a tractor or side car If the sun or other light is shining directly on a detectable object ahead If a detectable object cuts in front of your vehicle or emerges from beside a vehicle If a detectable object ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving, acceleration or deceleration) When suddenly cutting behind a preceding detectable object When a detectable object ahead is not directly in front of your vehicle When a pedestrian is close to abrupt changes in lighting, such as at tunnel exits When a pedestrian is staying close to or walking alongside a wall, fence, guardrail, vehicle or other obstacle When a pedestrian is wearing white that reflects sunlight and looks extremely bright, or is in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel When pedestrians are walking in a group or are close together When a pedestrian is staying close to or walking alongside a wall, fence, guardrail, vehicle or other obstacle When a pedestrian has clothing with brightness/color similar to scenery and that blend into the background When a pedestrian is walking at high speed of approximately 5 mph or higher When a pedestrian abruptly changes walking speed, is walking fast or is running out from behind a vehicle or a large object When a pedestrian collides with the edge of the vehicle 6
When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead When a pedestrian is walking on top of metal on the road surface While driving on a hill or curve, and for a few seconds after driving on a curve When a pedestrian is 3 feet or shorter or 6.5 feet or taller If your vehicle is skidding, wobbling, or being driven at extremely high speeds When a pedestrian has a part of the body hidden by any object If the wheels are misaligned If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, has high ground clearance, or has a low rear end, such as a low bed trailer When a very bright light, such as the sun or the headlights of oncoming traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor After the hybrid system has started and the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time When a pedestrian leans forward, crouches, squats, lies down or stands still upright When a pedestrian wears oversized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, etc.), obscuring the pedestrian's silhouette When a pedestrian carries large baggage, holds an umbrella, etc., hiding part of the body When a pedestrian pushes a stroller, wheelchair, wheelbarrow or other vehicle When a cyclist is moving fast, or is riding a small bicycle for children or a bicycle with large baggage Pre-Collision System 2 may operate in the following conditions, even if a collision is not likely: When there is an obstacle, vehicle, pedestrian, object, or parked car at the point of entering a curve, in a curve or at an intersection When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on an iron bridge, or through a place with a low structure above the road (low ceiling, traffic sign, etc.) When there is a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, dip, or a protrusion on the road surface or roadside When passing an oncoming vehicle when turning right or left or passing an oncoming vehicle around a curve When driving on an uneven road, or when driving through weeds, steam or smoke When turning around a curve where there is a pedestrian to the front of your vehicle on a sidewalk While passing near a pedestrian or through a group of pedestrians If a pedestrian suddenly crosses in front of your vehicle, or suddenly stops while crossing When passing a preceding vehicle or a leading vehicle turning to the left or right When passing through parked cars or driving between vehicles When suddenly getting close to another vehicle that is driving ahead Upon detecting a raised intersection, sign or advertisement board in front of the vehicle While driving up or down a slope, where metal such as a steel plate (manhole cover) is in front of the vehicle When rapidly closing on an electric toll gate barrier, parking area barrier, or other barrier that opens and closes When passing a vehicle or pedestrian, or vehicle in an oncoming lane that is stopped to make a right/left turn When changing lanes while overtaking a detectable object When rapidly closing on a preceding vehicle, or overtaking a preceding vehicle that is changing lanes When driving on a road where relative location to a detectable object ahead in an adjacent lane may change, such as on a winding road When driving on a narrow road with roadside guard rails, telephone poles, trees, etc. When a crossing pedestrian or cyclist approaches very close to the vehicle When passing under an object (billboard, etc.) at the top of an uphill road When driving through or under an object that may contact the vehicle, such as thick grass, tree branches, or a banner When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a detectable object ahead When approaching an object on the roadside, such as guardrails, utility poles, trees, or walls When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mistaken for a detectable object When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant, or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise may be present 7
If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road surface is uneven or undulating When driving near an object that reflects radio waves, such as a large truck or guardrail When using an automatic car wash In the following situations, Pre-Collision System 2 may not operate properly and should be disabled: When vehicle angle/stance is changing dramatically, for example if the vehicle is lifted or lowered, is When the vehicle is towing or being towed When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dynamometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on-vehicle wheel balancer When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the engine running and the tires are allowed to rotate freely After a strong impact has been applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to an accident or other reasons When transporting the vehicle via truck, boat, train or similar means of transportation When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used, tire chains are installed, or the tires are the incorrect size, not properly inflated or very worn When temporarily attaching accessories (such as snow removing equipment) that obstruct the front sensor to the vehicle If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehicle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning Pre-Collision System 2 will not operate when the following operations are performed: While VSC 12 is active or the accelerator or brake is pressed While driving at very high speeds or backing up If the shift lever is in Reverse If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time If VSC is disabled, only the pre-collision warning function will be operational When the L4 operation indicator lights up, only the collision warning is enabled (only vehicles with L4 mode) PRECAUTIONS: DYNAMIC RADAR CRUISE CONTROL Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 is a system designed for driving on expressways and highways. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is not designed for, and should not be used in traffic conditions that are encountered when driving on roads other than expressways and highways. Attentive and responsible driving is necessary even when Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is active, otherwise an accident may occur. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control operation is dependent on the millimeter-wave radar and in-vehicle camera's ability to detect a preceding vehicle, as well as the detectability of the preceding vehicle itself. While driving, drivers will need to continually pay attention to the distance between vehicles, respect the leading vehicle and surroundings, and decelerate or accelerate to ensure distance between their vehicle and the preceding or following vehicles is safe. Situations such as a dirt, rain, snow, film, ice or stickercovered/broken front Lexus emblem blocking the radar all may affect Dynamic Radar Cruise Control operation. In the following conditions, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 may lead to an unexpected accident, so do not use the system: When there is a problem with the vehicle or if it is modified When driving on roads with a lot of traffic or around a sharp curve When driving in inclement weather such as rain, fog, snow or a dust storm When raindrops, snow, ice, road debris, or film/metal coatings are present on the millimeter-wave radar sensor or front glass When driving in traffic conditions leading to frequent acceleration and deceleration When driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on ice or snow When leaving your lane while on an expressway, etc. When driving on steep/short inclines and downhill slopes When exiting from, or when entering or merging onto a freeway When the warning tone sounds frequently 8
In the following conditions, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 may not be able to maintain appropriate distance between vehicles: When the preceding vehicle is pulling an empty trailer, etc., making rear surface area very small (including motorcycles) When the preceding vehicle has an extremely high ground clearance When driving on curved or narrow roads When the vehicle speed returns to the set speed after accelerating When driving on roads that have overhanging/covering structures, such as a tunnel or bridge In the following conditions, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 detection of the preceding vehicle may be delayed or may not be feasible: When a preceding vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle at a close distance When the preceding vehicle is a motorcycle In the following conditions, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 may inadvertently operate or may not be able to detect the leading vehicle: If a vehicle in another lane is interpreted as being in your lane when driving in a curved or narrow lane When the preceding vehicle leaves the sensor detection area, such as at a curve When the preceding vehicle is driving at the edge of the lane and is not in the detection area When the preceding vehicle leaves the sensor detection area due to steering input Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 will not operate in the following conditions: If the preceding object is a stopped vehicle or a preceding vehicle with a speed dramatically slower than your own vehicle PRECAUTIONS: LANE DEPARTURE ALERT Lane Departure Alert 3 operation is dependent on the in-vehicle camera's ability to see clearly and detect visible lane markers on relatively straight roadways, as well as the visibility of the lane markers themselves. Lane Departure Alert does not operate if it cannot recognize visible lane markers. Situations such as a fogged, dirty, broken, or tinted windshield or rain, snow, ice or sticker-covered windshield blocking the camera may affect Lane Departure Alert operation. Also, changes to the vehicle's height or angle from hauling heavy loads, towing, suspension lowering/lifting, or tire modifications/chains may affect Lane Departure Alert operation. Furthermore, if lane markers cannot be correctly recognized, there are cases where unneeded driver alerts may occur, so the driver needs to pay continuous attention to the surrounding conditions, the direction of travel and vehicle's location on the road. Ultimately drivers are responsible for steering input and vehicle operation at all times. (NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 1 may also detect curbs and road edges, in addition to lane markers.) Lane Departure Alert 3 may not operate as designed under the following conditions: When there is a problem with the vehicle or if it is modified When driving in inclement weather such as rain, fog, snow, dust storm, etc. blocking camera visibility or lane marker visibility When approaching objects on the roadside that may be misunderstood as a white line, such as a guard rail, curb, reflection pole, etc. When driving at a branching or merging road location When driving around locations with sharp curves or undulations or for a period of time after turning due to camera recognition 9
Lane Departure Alert 3 operation may be reduced under the following conditions: If the road surface is bright (strong light reflection), light (concrete), wet (rainy weather, after rainfall, puddles, etc.) When approaching objects on the roadside that may be misunderstood as a white line, such as a guard rail, reflection pole, etc. If there is not a clearly marked lane or clearly defined road edge Lane Departure Alert 3 may stop temporarily under the following conditions: When amount of light changes dramatically, such as at a tunnel exit/entrance When the camera is bathed in strong light (headlights from oncoming vehicle, sunlight, reflection from surrounding vehicles) If the vehicle moves up and down (uneven/bumpy road) or when driving on slippery roads where camera angle changes relative to the lane markers Lane Departure Alert 3 will not operate under the following conditions: If driving on an unpaved road When driving too close to a preceding vehicle, blocking the camera from seeing the lane markers If the windshield is fogged up PRECAUTIONS: INTELLIGENT HIGH BEAMS Intelligent High Beams 4 operation is dependent on the in-vehicle camera's ability to see clearly and detect preceding headlights or taillights, as well as the visibility of the preceding headlights or taillights themselves. Situations such as a fogged, dirty, broken, or tinted windshield or rain, snow, ice or sticker-covered windshield blocking the camera may affect Intelligent High Beams operation. Drivers are responsible for paying attention to their surroundings and directly confirming the safety of their surroundings by turning high beams ON and OFF manually as needed. In the following conditions, the system many not be able to accurately detect surrounding vehicles and light: When driving in inclement weather such as rain, fog, snow or a dust storm When driving on a road that is uneven (rough roads such as stone paving, gravel road, unpaved road, etc.) When road conditions go up and down frequently When driving on a road with frequent curves or when there is a sharp curve If a vehicle in front is driving without lights, irregular lights, odd colored lights or where the light axis is offset When the windshield reflects something on the dashboard When there is light similar to headlights or taillights in the vicinity If there is a vehicle in front with very dirty headlights or taillights When surroundings become light and dark frequently When there is an object in front that strongly reflects light (mirror, sign, etc.) When the vehicle is inclined front-to-back or side-to-side while driving (for example, uneven load or tire pressure, changes to suspension, when being towed) When there is a problem with the vehicle or if it is modified PRECAUTIONS: ROAD SIGN ASSIST Road Sign Assist 7 operation is dependent on the in-vehicle camera's ability to see clearly and detect select preceding road signs, as well as the visibility of the select preceding road signs themselves. Situations such as a fogged, dirty, broken or tinted windshield or rain, snow, ice or sticker-covered windshield blocking the camera may affect Road Sign Assist operation. Drivers are responsible for paying attention to their surroundings and directly confirming the accuracy of posted road signs. 10
In the following situations, the system may not activate or may show an incorrect display: When mud, snow, ice or sticker covers the windshield or windshield area is dirty or fogged over When driving around bright lights or strong reflections from signs, road surfaces or other vehicles, or oncoming headlights When the sign is small or low contrast, especially if the sign is electronic or illuminated with non-uniform ambient light When there is not enough time to recognize the sign due to high-speed driving When the sign is located in a ramp way or just after a turn/junction, too far offset or too low, or posted beyond the intersection/corner When an unknown sign has a shape or design that is very similar to a known sign When driving in heavy rain, sticking snow, heavy fog or the splash from a preceding vehicle When the sign is covered with dirt or a sticker, or is faded, rotated or bent When all or part of the sign is hidden by objects like vehicles, leaves, trees, poles, etc. When visibility is poor or there are drastic changes in brightness When a traffic sign sticker is placed on the back of a truck or vehicle When traveling between countries with different units or driving lanes If there is a specific time associated with the displayed speed, such as school zones When there is a problem with the vehicle or if it is modified PRECAUTIONS: LANE TRACING ASSIST Lane Tracing Assist 8 is a system that operates only when All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 6 and Lane Departure Alert 3 are activated. The Lane Tracing Assist system is designed for driving on expressways and highways. Lane Tracing Assist is not designed for, and should not be used in traffic conditions that are encountered when driving on roads other than expressways and highways. Attentive and responsible driving is necessary even when Lane Tracing Assist is active, otherwise an accident may occur. Lane Tracing Assist operation is dependent on the vehicles millimeter-wave radar's ability to detect a preceding vehicle as well as the in-vehicle camera's ability to see clearly and detect visible lane markers on relatively straight roadways, as well as the visibility of the lane markers themselves. Lane Tracing Assist does not operate if it cannot recognize visible marked lanes or a preceding vehicle. While driving, drivers need to continually pay attention to the distance between vehicles and surroundings, and decelerate or accelerate to ensure a safe distance between their vehicle and preceding/following vehicles. Situations such as a fogged, dirty, broken, or tinted windshield or rain, snow, ice or sticker-covered windshield or anything blocking the Lexus emblem radar sensor and/or the in-vehicle camera may affect Lane Tracing Assist operation. Also, changes to the vehicle's height or angle due to suspension or tire modifications/chains may affect Lane Tracing Assist operation. Furthermore, if lane markers cannot be correctly recognized, there are cases where unneeded driver alerts may occur, so drivers need to pay continuous attention to the surrounding conditions, the direction of travel, and the vehicle's location on the road. Ultimately, drivers are responsible for steering input and vehicle operation at all times. In the following conditions, Lane Tracing Assist 8 may not operate as designed: When driving in inclement weather such as rain, fog, snow, dust storm, etc. blocking camera visibility or lane marker visibility If a vehicle in another lane is interpreted as being in your lane when driving in a curved or narrow lane When amount of light changes dramatically, such as at a tunnel exit/entrance When the preceding vehicle leaves the sensor detection area due to steering input When driving on roads with a lot of traffic, curved or narrow roads, steep/short inclines or downhill slopes When driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on ice or snow When the leading vehicle has a very small rear surface area, such as a vehicle pulling an empty trailer When driving around locations with sharp curves or undulations or for a period of time after turning due to camera recognition When the preceding vehicle is driving at the edge of the lane and is not in the detection area When leaving a lane while on an expressway, when exiting from a freeway, or when entering or merging onto a freeway When the camera is bathed in strong light (headlights from oncoming vehicle, sunlight, reflection from surrounding vehicles) When there are raindrops, snow, ice, road debris, or film/metal coatings on the millimeter-wave radar sensor or front glass When the road surface is bright (strong light reflection), light (concrete), wet (rainy weather, after rainfall, puddles, etc.) When there are traffic conditions leading to frequent acceleration and deceleration 11
When approaching objects on the roadside that may be misunderstood as a white line, such as a guard rail, curb, reflection pole, etc. When driving at a branching or merging road location If the vehicle moves up and down (uneven/bumpy road) or when driving on slippery roads where camera angle changes relative to the lane markers When there is a problem with the vehicle or if it is modified When the preceding vehicle has high ground clearance When the warning tone sounds frequently When the preceding vehicle is a motorcycle When a preceding vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle at a close distance When the vehicle speed returns to the set speed after accelerating When driving on roads that have overhanging/covering structures, such as a tunnel or bridge Lane Tracing Assist 8 will not operate under the following conditions: If driving on an unpaved road If the windshield is fogged up When driving too close to a preceding vehicle, blocking the camera from seeing the lane markers If the preceding object is a stopped vehicle or a preceding vehicle with a speed dramatically slower than your own vehicle 1. Drivers are responsible for their own safe driving. Always pay attention to your surroundings and drive safely. System effectiveness is dependent on many factors including road, weather and vehicle conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 2. The LSS Pre-Collision System is designed to help avoid or reduce the crash speed and damage in certain frontal collisions only. It is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness is dependent on many factors including road, weather and vehicle conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 3. Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist is designed to read visible lane markers under certain conditions. It provides a visual and audible alert and slight steering force when lane departure is detected. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness is dependent on many factors including road, weather and vehicle conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 4. Intelligent High Beams operate at speeds above 25 mph. Factors such as a dirty windshield, weather, lighting and terrain limit effectiveness requiring the driver to manually operate the high beams. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 5. The Pedestrian Detection System, part of the Advanced Pre-Collision System, is designed to detect a pedestrian or bicyclist ahead of the vehicle, determine if impact is imminent and help reduce impact speed. It is not a collision avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, size and position of pedestrian or bicyclist and weather, light and road conditions. See Owner's Manual for additional limitations and details. 6. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. System effectiveness is dependent on many factors including road, weather and traffic conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 7. Do not rely exclusively on Road Sign Assist (RSA). RSA is a driver support system that utilizes the vehicle s forward facing camera and navigation system (when data is available) to recognize certain road signs and provide information to the driver via the multi-information display and/or Head-Up display. Effectiveness is dependent on road, weather, vehicle and sign conditions. Use common sense when using RSA and do not drive distracted. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 8. Lane Tracing (Trace) Assist (LTA) is designed to read visible lane markers and detect other vehicles under certain conditions. When potential lane departure is detected, LTA provides a visual warning and either an audible alert or vibration in the steering wheel and can apply a slight steering force. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness is dependent on many factors including road, weather and vehicle conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 9. Brake Assist (BA) is designed to help the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper vehicle maintenance, tire and road conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 10. Automatic Braking is intended to assist a driver, but it is the driver s responsibility to be aware of the vehicle s surroundings. The system cannot prevent all collisions, and performance is dependent on road, weather, and vehicle conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details. 11. Lane Keep Assist is designed to read lane markers under certain conditions. It provides a visual and audible alert and slight steering force when lane departure is detected. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness is dependent on road, weather and traffic conditions. See Owner s Manual for additional limitations and details 12. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions, weather and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. See Owner's Manual for additional limitations and details. 12