Hybrid

2011 Model

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11 Lexus CT200h ERG REV – (03/10/11)
Foreword
In December 2010, Lexus released the 2011 Lexus CT200h gasoline- High voltage electrical safety remains an important factor in the
electric hybrid vehicle. To educate and assist emergency responders in emergency handling of the CT200h Lexus Hybrid Drive. It is
the safe handling of the CT200h hybrid technology, Lexus published important to recognize and understand the disabling procedures and
this CT200h Emergency Response Guide. warnings throughout the guide.

High voltage electricity powers the electric motor, generator, air Additional topics in the guide include:
conditioning compressor and inverter/converter. All other automotive • CT200h identification.
electrical devices such as the headlights, radio, and gauges are powered • Major Lexus Hybrid Drive component locations and descriptions.
from a separate 12 Volt auxiliary battery. Numerous safeguards have • Extrication, fire, recovery, and additional emergency response
been designed into the CT200h to help ensure the high voltage, information.
approximately 201.6 Volt, Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Hybrid • Roadside assistance information.
Vehicle (HV) battery pack is kept safe and secure in an accident.

The CT200h utilizes the following electrical systems:

• Maximum 650 Volts AC
• Nominal 201.6 Volts DC
• Maximum 27 Volts AC
• Nominal 12 Volts DC

CT200h Features:
• A boost converter in the inverter/converter that boosts the available
voltage to the electric motor to 650 Volts.
• A high voltage Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery pack rated at 201.6
Volts. 2011 Model Year CT200h
• A high voltage motor driven Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor
rated at 201.6 Volts. This guide is intended to assist emergency responders in the safe
• A body electrical system rated at 12 Volts, negative chassis ground. handling of a CT200h vehicle during an incident.
• Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - dual stage frontal airbags,
front knee airbags, front seat side airbags, side curtain airbags and NOTE:
front seat belt pretensioners. Emergency Response Guides for Lexus hybrid vehicles may be viewed at
• An Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist motor rated at 27 Volts. http://techinfo.lexus.com.

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Table of Contents Page
About the CT200h 1

CT200h Identification 2

Lexus Hybrid Drive Component Locations & Descriptions 5

Smart Key System 8

Electronic Shift Selector 10

Lexus Hybrid Drive Operation 11

Hybrid Vehicle (HV) Battery Pack 12

27 Volt System 13

Low Voltage Battery 14

High Voltage Safety 15

SRS Airbags & Seat Belt Pretensioners 16

Emergency Response 18

Extrication 18
Fire 24
Overhaul 25
Recovering/Recycling of NiMH HV Battery Pack 25
Spills 26
First Aid 26
Submersion 27

Roadside Assistance 28

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About the CT200h
The CT200h 5-door hatchback joins the LS600h L, RX450h and
GS450h as a hybrid model for Lexus. Lexus Hybrid Drive means that
the vehicle contains a gasoline engine and an electric motor for power.
The two hybrid power sources are stored on board the vehicle:

1. Gasoline stored in the fuel tank for the gasoline engine.

2. Electricity stored in a high voltage Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery pack
for the electric motor.

The result of combining these two power sources is improved fuel

economy and reduced emissions. The gasoline engine also powers an
electric generator to recharge the battery pack; unlike a pure all electric
vehicle, the CT200h never needs to be recharged from an external
electric power source.

Depending on the driving conditions one or both sources are used to

power the vehicle. The following illustration demonstrates how the
CT200h operates in various driving modes.
During full acceleration, such as climbing a hill, both the gasoline
During light acceleration at low speeds, the vehicle is powered by engine and the electric motor power the vehicle.
the electric motor. The gasoline engine is shut off.
During deceleration, such as when braking, the vehicle regenerates
During normal driving, the vehicle is powered mainly by the kinetic energy from the front wheels to produce electricity that
gasoline engine. The gasoline engine also powers the generator to recharges the battery pack.
recharge the battery pack.
While the vehicle is stopped, the gasoline engine and electric motor
are off, however the vehicle remains on and operational.

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CT200h Identification
Exterior
In appearance, the 2011 model year CT200h is a 5-door hatchback.
Exterior, interior, and engine compartment illustrations are provided to and logos on the hatch.
assist in identification. logo on both the rear door panels.

The alphanumeric 17 character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is Gasoline fuel filler door located on left side rear quarter panel.
provided in the front windshield cowl and on the left side B pillar.

Example VIN: JTHKD5BH0C2000101

JTHKD5BH
A CT200h is identified by the first 8 alphanumeric characters
JTHKD5BH.

Exterior Left Side View

Exterior Front and Rear View

Left Side Windshield Cowl, Right Side Floor and Left Side B Pillar

Exterior Rear and Left Side View

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CT200h Identification (Continued)
Interior
Instrument cluster (speedometer, READY indicator, shift position
indicators, warning lights) located in the dash behind the steering wheel.

A switchable gauge in the instrument cluster showing either a hybrid

system indicator or a tachometer depending on driving mode.

NOTE:
If the vehicle is shut off, the instrument cluster gauges will be “blacked
out”, not illuminated. READY Indicator

Instrument Cluster View

Tachometer Hybrid System Indicator

Hybrid System Indicator and Tachometer

Interior View

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CT200h Identification (Continued)
Engine Compartment
1.8-liter aluminum alloy gasoline engine.
Logo on the plastic engine cover.

Engine Compartment View

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Lexus Hybrid Drive Component Locations & Descriptions

Component Location Description

12 Volt Right Side of A lead-acid battery that supplies power to
Auxiliary Cargo Area the low voltage devices.
Battery
Hybrid Cargo Area, 201.6 Volt Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
Vehicle (HV) Mounted to Cross battery pack consisting of 28 low voltage
Battery Pack Member behind (7.2 Volt) modules connected in series.
Rear Seat
Power Undercarriage Orange colored power cables carry high
Cables and Engine voltage Direct Current (DC) between the
Compartment HV battery pack, inverter/converter, and
A/C compressor. These cables also carry 3-
phase Alternating Current (AC) between the
inverter/converter, electric motor, and
generator. Lexus Hybrid Drive Components
Inverter/ Engine Boosts and inverts the high voltage
Converter Compartment electricity from the HV battery pack to 3-
phase AC electricity that drives the electric
motor. The inverter/converter also converts
AC electricity from the electric generator
and electric motor (regenerative braking) to
DC that recharges the HV battery pack.
Gasoline Engine Provides two functions:
Engine Compartment 1) Powers vehicle.
2) Powers generator to recharge the HV
battery pack.
The engine is started and stopped under
control of the vehicle computer.
Electric Engine 3-phase high voltage AC permanent magnet
Motor Compartment electric motor contained in the front
transaxle. It is used to power the front Components (Top View) and High Voltage Power Cables
wheels.
Electric Engine 3-phase high voltage AC generator that is
Generator Compartment contained in the transaxle and recharges the
HV battery pack.

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Lexus Hybrid Drive Component Locations & Descriptions
(Continued)

Component Location Description

A/C Engine 3-phase high voltage AC electrically driven
Compressor Compartment motor compressor.
(with
Inverter)
Fuel Tank Undercarriage The fuel tank provides gasoline via a fuel
and Fuel Line and Center line to the engine. The fuel line is routed
under the center of vehicle.

Fuel Tank and Fuel Line

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Lexus Hybrid Drive Component Locations & Descriptions
(Continued)
Key Specifications:
Aluminum Hood Aluminum Hatch
Gasoline Engine: 98 hp (73 kW), 1.8-liter Aluminum Alloy Engine
Electric Motor: 80 hp (60 kW), Permanent Magnet Motor
Transmission: Automatic Only (electrically controlled
continuously variable transaxle)
HV Battery: 201.6 Volt Sealed NiMH Battery
Curb Weight: 3,230 lbs/1,465 kg
Fuel Tank: 11.9 gals/45.0 liters
Frame Material: Steel Unibody
Body Material: Steel Panels except for Aluminum Hood and Hatch

Seating Capacity: 5 passenger

Steel Unibody

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Smart Key System
The CT200h smart key system consists of a smart key transceiver that
communicates bi-directionally, enabling the vehicle to recognize the
smart key in proximity to the vehicle. Once recognized, the smart key
will allow the user to lock and unlock the doors without pushing smart
key buttons, and start the vehicle without inserting it into an ignition
switch.
Release Button
Smart key features:
• Passive (remote) function to lock/unlock the doors and start the
vehicle. Smart Key (Fob) Hidden Metal Cut Key for Door Lock
• Wireless transmitter buttons to lock/unlock all 5 doors. Unlock Touch Sensor
• Hidden metal cut key to lock/unlock the doors and glove box.
Release Button
The CT200h is equipped with 2 types of smart keys:
• Smart key (fob)
• Card smart key (optional)

The card smart key is designed to be stored in a wallet and has all the
same functions as the smart key (fob), except push buttons. Lock Touch Sensor

Door (Lock/Unlock)
There are several methods available to lock/unlock the doors. Optional Card Smart Key and Hidden Driver Door Unlock Touch Sensor and
Metal Cut Key for Door Lock Lock Touch Sensor
• Pushing the smart key lock button will lock all doors. Pushing the smart
key unlock button once unlocks the driver door, twice unlocks all doors.

• Touching the sensor on the backside of the driver door exterior handle, with
the smart key in proximity to the vehicle, unlocks the driver door. Touching
the sensor on the backside of the front passenger door exterior handle, with
the smart key in proximity to the vehicle, unlocks all doors. Touching the
lock touch sensor on either front door, or pushing the hatch lock button will Use the Hidden Metal Cut Key
lock all doors.
Front Driver Door Lock Hatch Lock Button
• Inserting the hidden metal cut key in the driver door lock and turning
clockwise once unlocks the driver door, twice unlocks all doors. To lock
all doors turn the key counter clockwise once. Only the driver door
contains an exterior door lock for the metal cut key.

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Smart Key System (Continued)
Ignition Mode Power Button Indicator Light
Vehicle Starting/Stopping Off Off
The smart key has replaced the conventional metal cut key, and the power Accessory Amber
button with an integral status indicator light has replaced the ignition switch. Ignition-On Amber
The smart key only needs to be in proximity to the vehicle to allow the system Brake Pedal Depressed Green
to function. Vehicle Started (READY-ON) Off
Malfunction Blinking Amber
• With the brake pedal released, the first push of the power button operates
the accessory mode, the second push operates the ignition-on mode, and the
third push turns the ignition off again.

Ignition Mode Sequence (brake pedal released):

Vehicle Off Button Push Accessory Button Push Ignition-On

Button Push

• Starting the vehicle takes priority over all other ignition modes and is Power Button with Integral Status
Ignition Modes (Brake Pedal Released)
accomplished by depressing the brake pedal and pushing the power button Indicator Light
once. To verify the vehicle has started, check that the power button status
indicator light is off and the READY light is illuminated in the instrument
cluster.

• If the internal smart key battery is dead, use the following method to start
the vehicle.
1. Touch the Lexus emblem side of the smart key to the power button.
2. Within the 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, push the power button
with the brake pedal depressed (the READY light will illuminate).

• Once the vehicle has started and is on and operational (READY-ON), the
vehicle is shut off by bringing the vehicle to a complete stop and then
depressing the power button once.

• To shut off the vehicle before coming to a stop in an emergency, push and
hold down the power button for more than 3 seconds or push the power
switch 3 times or more in a row. This procedure may be useful at an
accident scene in which the READY indicator is on, park (P) cannot be Starting Sequence Smart Key Recognition
selected, and the drive wheels remain in motion. (Brake Pedal Depressed) (When Smart Key Battery is Dead)

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Electronic Shift Selector
The CT200h electronic shift selector is a momentary select shift-by-wire
system that can be used to select reverse (R), neutral (N), drive (D), or
engine brake (B) states. Home
Position
• These states may only be selected while the vehicle is on and operational
(READY-on), except for neutral (N) which may also be selected while in
the ignition-on mode. After R, N, D, or B is selected, the transaxle remains
in that state, identified on the instrument cluster, but the shift selector
returns to the home position. To select neutral (N), it is necessary to hold
the shift selector in the N position for approximately 0.5 seconds.

• Unlike a conventional vehicle, the electronic shift selector does not contain
a park (P) position. Instead, a separate P switch located below the shift
selector selects park (P).
Electronic Shift Selector and P Switch
• When the vehicle is stopped, regardless of shift state, the electro-
mechanical parking lock pawl is engaged to lock the transaxle into park (P)
by either pressing the P switch or pressing the power button to shut off the
vehicle.

• Being electronic, the shift selector and park (P) systems depend on the low
voltage 12 Volt auxiliary battery for power. If the 12 Volt auxiliary battery
is discharged or disconnected, the vehicle cannot be started and cannot be
shifted into or out of park (P). There is no manual override except to
reconnect the auxiliary battery or jump start the vehicle, refer to Jump
Starting on page 31. Illuminates
Indicates Selected State

Instrument Cluster Shift State Indicator

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Lexus Hybrid Drive Operation
Once the READY indicator is illuminated in the instrument cluster, the
vehicle may be driven. However, the gasoline engine does not idle like a
typical automobile and will start and stop automatically. It is important
to recognize and understand the READY indicator provided in the
instrument cluster. When lit, it informs the driver that the vehicle is on
and operational even though the gasoline engine may be off and the
engine compartment is silent.

Vehicle Operation
• With the CT200h, the gasoline engine may stop and start at any time while
the READY indicator is on.

• Never assume that the vehicle is shut off just because the engine is off. Instrument Cluster READY Indicator
Always look for the READY indicator status. The vehicle is shut off when
the READY indicator is off.

• The vehicle may be powered by:

1. The electric motor only.
2. The gasoline engine only.
3. A combination of both the electric motor and the gasoline engine.

• The vehicle computer determines how the vehicle operates in order to

improve fuel economy and reduce emissions. Three features on the 2011
CT200h are EV (Electric Vehicle) mode, Sport mode and ECO (Economy)
mode:
1. EV Mode: When activated, and certain conditions have been met,
the vehicle operates with the electric motor powered by the HV
battery.
2. ECO Mode: Compared to Normal mode, when activated, ECO
mode helps enhance fuel economy on trips that involve frequent
braking and acceleration.
3. Sport Mode: Compared to Normal mode, when activated, Sport
mode optimizes acceleration feel by increasing the power output
more quickly at the beginning of accelerator pedal operation. EV Drive Mode Switch, Normal, ECO and Sport Switch
When Sport mode is selected, the tachometer is displayed in the
instrument cluster instead of the Hybrid System Indicator.

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Hybrid Vehicle (HV) Battery Pack
The CT200h features a high voltage Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery pack Components Powered by the HV Battery Pack
that contains sealed Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery modules. • Electric Motor • Inverter/Converter
• Power Cables • A/C Compressor
HV Battery Pack • Electric Generator
• The HV battery assembly is enclosed in a metal case and is rigidly mounted
to the cross member in the cargo area behind the rear seat. The metal case
is isolated from high voltage and concealed by a carpeted panel in the cabin HV Battery Pack Recycling
area. • The HV battery pack is recyclable. Contact the nearest Lexus dealer.
• The HV battery pack consists of 28 low voltage (7.2 Volt) NiMH battery
modules connected in series to produce approximately 201.6 Volts. Each
NiMH battery module is non-spillable and in a sealed case.
• The electrolyte used in the NiMH battery module is an alkaline mixture of
potassium and sodium hydroxide. The electrolyte is absorbed into the
battery cell plates and will not normally leak, even in a collision.

HV Battery Pack
Battery pack voltage 201.6 V
Number of NiMH battery modules in pack 28
NiMH battery module voltage 7.2 V
NiMH battery module dimensions 5 x 1 x 11 in
(118 x 20 x 276 mm)
NiMH module weight 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg)
NiMH battery pack dimensions 15 x 40 x 9 in
(387 x 1011 x 225 mm)
NiMH battery pack weight 90 lbs (41 kg)
Note: Values in inches have been rounded

HV Battery Pack

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27 Volt System
The CT200h is equipped with a 27 Volt AC assist motor for the Electric Power
Steering (EPS) system. The EPS computer generates 27 Volts from the 12 Volt Electric Power
system. The 27 Volt wires are isolated from the metal chassis and routed a Steering ECU
short distance from the EPS computer to the EPS assist motor in the steering
column.

NOTE:
27 Volts AC has a higher arc potential than 12 Volts DC.

Assist Motor

27 Volt Electric Power Steering System

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Low Voltage Battery
Auxiliary Battery
• The CT200h contains a sealed lead-acid 12 Volt battery. The 12 Volt
auxiliary battery powers the vehicle’s electrical system similar to a
conventional vehicle. As with conventional vehicles, the negative terminal
of the auxiliary battery is grounded to the metal chassis of the vehicle.

• The auxiliary battery is located in the cargo area. It is concealed by a fabric

cover on the right side in the rear quarter panel well.

NOTE:
Open Center and Right Side Auxiliary Remove Center and Right Side
An under hood label shows the location of the HV battery (traction battery) Box Auxiliary Box
and 12 Volt auxiliary battery.

12 Volt Auxiliary Battery Mounted in

Remove Battery Cover
Cargo Area

Battery Location Label

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High Voltage Safety
The HV battery pack powers the high voltage electrical system with DC • A ground fault monitor continuously monitors for high voltage leakage
electricity. Positive and negative orange colored high voltage power cables are to the metal chassis while the vehicle is running. If a malfunction is
routed from the battery pack, under the vehicle floor pan, to the detected, the hybrid vehicle computer will illuminate the master warning
inverter/converter. The inverter/converter contains a circuit that boosts the HV light in the instrument cluster and indicate “Check Hybrid System” on
battery voltage from 201.6 to 650 Volts DC. The inverter/converter creates 3- the multi-information display.
phase AC to power the motor. Power cables are routed from the
inverter/converter to each high voltage motor (electric motor, electric generator,
and A/C compressor). The following systems are intended to help keep
occupants in the vehicle and emergency responders safe from high voltage Hybrid Vehicle Computer

electricity:
00 12 Volt
Volt DC Auxiliary
Battery
High Voltage Safety System
A/C
Compressor

• A high voltage fuse provides short circuit protection in the HV battery Electric
Generator
Inverter/
Converter
pack. 00
Electric
Motor Volt DC

• Positive and negative high voltage power cables connected to the HV AC

battery pack are controlled by 12 Volt normally open relays . When the 3-Phase HV Battery Assembly

vehicle is shut off, the relays stop electrical flow from leaving the HV
battery pack.
High Voltage Safety System – Vehicle Shut Off (READY-OFF)
WARNING:
The high voltage system may remain powered for up to 10 minutes after
the vehicle is shut off or disabled. To prevent serious injury or death Hybrid Vehicle Computer
from severe burns or electric shock, avoid touching, cutting, or
breaching any orange high voltage power cable or high voltage 201.6
Volt DC 12 Volt
Auxiliary
component. Battery

A/C

•
Compressor
Both positive and negative power cables are insulated from the Electric Inverter/
metal body. High voltage electricity flows through these cables and Generator
Converter

not through the metal vehicle body. The metal vehicle body is safe to Electric
Motor
201.6
Volt DC

touch because it is insulated from the high voltage component.

AC
3-Phase HV Battery Assembly

High Voltage Safety System – Vehicle On and Operational (READY-ON)

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SRS Airbags & Seat Belt Pretensioners
Standard Equipment
• Electronic frontal impact sensors (2) are mounted in the engine
compartment as illustrated.
• Front seat belt pretensioners are mounted near the base of the B-pillars .
• A frontal dual stage driver airbag is mounted in the steering wheel hub.
• A frontal twin-chamber shaped dual stage passenger airbag is integrated
into the dashboard and deploys through the top of the dashboard.
• The SRS computer , which contains an impact sensor, is mounted on the
floor pan underneath the instrument panel.
• Front electronic side impact sensors (2) are mounted near the base of the B-
pillars.
• Rear electronic side impact sensors (2) are mounted near the base of the C-
pillars.
• Front seat side airbags are mounted in the front seatbacks.
• Side curtain airbags are mounted along the outer edge inside the roof
rails.
• Front knee airbags (2) are mounted on the lower portion of the dash.
Electronic Impact Sensors and Side Airbags
Optional Equipment
• The optional pre-crash safety system contains a radar sensory system Side Curtain Airbag
and an electric motor-pyrotechnic pretensioner system. During a pre- Inflators
collision event, an electric motor in the pretensioners retracts the front
seatbelts. When conditions stabilize the electric motor will reverse
itself. When the airbags deploy, or as necessary, the pyrotechnic
pretensioners function normally.

WARNING:
The SRS may remain powered for up to 90 seconds after the vehicle is
shut off or disabled. To prevent serious injury or death from
unintentional SRS deployment, avoid breaching the SRS components.

Standard Frontal Airbags, Seat Belt Pretensioners, Front Knee Airbags, Side
Curtain Airbags

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 SRS Airbags & Seat Belt Pretensioners (Continued)

NOTE:
The front seatback mounted side airbags and the side curtain airbags may
deploy independently of each other.

The knee airbags deploy simultaneously with the frontal airbags.

Front Seat Belt Side Curtain Airbag

Pretensioner Side Airbag Sensor
Front Seat Side Airbag Rear Side
Airbag Sensor
Passenger Frontal Airbag

Front Airbag
Sensors

Frontal, Knee, Front Seatback Mounted Side, Side Curtain Airbags

Knee Airbag

Driver Frontal Airbag

Rear Side
Front Seat Side Airbag Airbag Sensor
Front Seat Belt
Side Airbag Sensor
Pretensioner Side Curtain Airbag

SRS System Diagram

Driver Knee Airbag and Inflator

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Emergency Response
On arrival, emergency responders should follow their standard
operating procedures for vehicle incidents. Emergencies involving the
CT200h may be handled like other automobiles except as noted in these
guidelines for Extrication, Fire, Overhaul, Recovery, Spills, First Aid,
and Submersion.

WARNING:
• Never assume the CT200h is shut off simply because it is silent.
• Always observe the instrument cluster for the READY indicator
status to verify whether the vehicle is on or shut off. The vehicle is
shut off when the READY indicator is off. Chock Wheels Set Parking Brake
• Failure to shut off the vehicle before emergency response
procedures are performed may result in serious injury or death
from the unintentional deployment of the SRS or severe burns and
electric shock from the high voltage electrical system.

Extrication
• Immobilize Vehicle
Chock wheels and set the parking brake.
Push the P switch to engage park (P).

• Disable Vehicle
Performing either of the following two procedures will shut the Push P Switch
vehicle off and disable the HV battery pack, SRS, and gasoline fuel
pump.

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Emergency Response (Continued)

Extrication (Continued)
Procedure #1
1. Confirm the status of the READY indicator in the instrument
cluster.
2. If the READY indicator is illuminated, the vehicle is on and
operational. Shut off the vehicle by pushing the power button
once.
3. The vehicle is already shut off if the instrument cluster lights and
the READY indicator are not illuminated. Do not push the
power button because the vehicle may start.
4. If the smart key is easily accessible, keep it at least 16 feet (5
meters) away from the vehicle.
5. If the smart key cannot be found, disconnect the 12 Volt
auxiliary battery behind the cover in the cargo area to prevent
accidental restarting of the vehicle.

Shut Off Vehicle (READY-OFF) Open the Hatch

Open Center and Right Side Auxiliary 12 Volt Auxiliary Battery Mounted in
Box Cargo Area

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Emergency Response (Continued)

Extrication (Continued)
Procedure #2 (Alternate if power button is inaccessible)
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Remove the IGCT fuse (30A green colored) and AM2 fuse
(7.5A brown colored) in the engine compartment fuse box (refer
to illustration). If the correct fuse cannot be recognized, pull all
fuses in the fuse box.
4. Disconnect the 12 Volt auxiliary battery under the cover in the
cargo area. Remote Hood Release Hood Latch Release
AM2 fuse (7.5A Brown)
NOTE:
Before disconnecting the 12 Volt auxiliary battery, if necessary,
reposition the optional power seats, lower the windows, unlock the
doors, and open the fuel door as required. An electric fuel door
opener switch is located on the lower dash panel to the left of the
steering wheel. A manual fuel door release is located inside the
driver side cargo area (refer to illustrations in the Roadside
Assistance section on page 29). Once the 12 Volt auxiliary battery is
disconnected, power controls will not operate.

WARNING:
IGCT fuse (30A Green)
• The high voltage system may remain powered for up to 10 minutes
after the vehicle is shut off or disabled. To prevent serious injury
Location of IGCT and AM2 Fuses in
or death from severe burns or electric shock, avoid touching, Remove Fuse Box Cover
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
cutting, or breaching any orange high voltage power cable or high
voltage component.
• The SRS may remain powered for up to 90 seconds after the vehicle
is shut off or disabled. To prevent serious injury or death from
unintentional SRS deployment, avoid breaching the SRS
components.
• If none of the disabling procedures can be performed, proceed with
caution as there is no assurance that the high voltage electrical
system, SRS, or fuel pump are disabled.

Open Center and Right Side Auxiliary 12 Volt Auxiliary Battery Mounted in
Box Cargo Area

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Emergency Response (Continued)
Extrication (Continued)
• Stabilize Vehicle
Crib at (4) points directly under the front and rear pillars.
Do not place cribbing under the high voltage power cables, exhaust
system, or fuel system.

• Access Patients
Glass Removal
Use normal glass removal procedures as required.

SRS Awareness
Responders need to be cautious when working in close proximity
to undeployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners. Front dual
Cribbing Points
stage airbags automatically ignite both stages within a fraction of
a second.
Cribbing Points
Door Removal/Displacement
Doors can be removed by conventional rescue tools such as hand,
electric, and hydraulic tools. In certain situations, it may be
easier to pry back the vehicle body to expose and unbolt the
hinges.

NOTE:
• To prevent accidental airbag deployment when performing front
door removal/displacement, ensure the vehicle is shut off and the
12 Volt auxiliary battery is disconnected.

• The CT200h has a rear chassis damper (shock absorbing

cylinder) mounted under the rear bumper to absorb body
vibration and flex. This damper may be compromised in a fire or
collision.
Rear Chassis Damper

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Emergency Response (Continued)
Extrication (Continued) SRS CURTAIN
AIRBAG SRS KNEE AIRBAG
SRS CURTAIN
AIRBAG
Roof Removal
The CT200h is equipped with side curtain airbags.
When undeployed, total roof removal is not recommended.
Patient access through the roof can be performed by cutting the
roof center section inboard of the roof rails as illustrated. This
would avoid breaching the side curtain airbags, inflators, and
wiring harness.

NOTE:
The side curtain airbags may be identified as illustrated on this page
(additional component details on page 16).

Dash Displacement
The CT200h is equipped with side curtain airbags. When
undeployed, total roof removal is not recommended to avoid
breaching the side curtain airbags, inflators, and wiring harness. SRS SIDE AIRBAG SRS KNEE AIRBAG
As an alternative, dash displacement may be performed by using
a Modified Dash Roll. Side, Curtain, and Knee Airbag Identifiers

Removable Area
Side Curtain Airbag Inflators
Removable Area

Side Curtain Airbag Inflators

Roof Removal Area
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Emergency Response (Continued)
Extrication (Continued)
Rescue Lift Air Bags
Responders should not place cribbing or rescue lift air bags under
the high voltage power cables, exhaust system, or fuel system.

Repositioning Steering Wheel and Front Seats

Telescopic steering wheel and seat controls are shown in the
illustrations.

Manual Tilt and Telescoping Control

NOTE:
The CT200h is equipped with an optional electrochromic auto Manual Front Seat Controls Optional Front Power Seat Controls
dimming rear view mirror. The mirror contains a minimal
amount of transparent gel sealed between two glass plates that
will not normally leak.
Mirror Cross Section

Sealed Electrochromic Coating

Electrochromic Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror

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Emergency Response (Continued)
Fire
Approach and extinguish a fire using proper vehicle fire fighting practices as Offensive Fire Attack
recommended by NFPA, IFSTA, or the National Fire Academy (USA). Normally, flooding an NiMH HV battery pack with copious amounts
of water at a safe distance will effectively control the HV battery pack
• Extinguishing Agent fire by cooling the adjacent NiMH battery modules to a point below
Water has been proven to be a suitable extinguishing agent. their ignition temperature. The remaining modules on fire, if not
extinguished by the water, will burn themselves out.
• Initial Fire Attack
However, flooding the CT200h HV battery pack is not recommended
Perform a fast, aggressive fire attack.
due to the battery case design and location preventing the responder
Divert the runoff from entering watershed areas.
from properly applying water through the available vent openings
Attack teams may not be able to identify a CT200h until the fire has
safely. Therefore, it is recommended that the incident commander
been knocked down and overhaul operations have commenced.
allow the CT200h HV battery pack to burn itself out.
• Fire in the HV Battery Pack
Defensive Fire Attack
Should a fire occur in the NiMH HV battery pack, attack crews
If the decision has been made to fight the fire using a defensive attack,
should utilize a water stream or fog pattern to extinguish any fire
the fire attack crew should pull back a safe distance and allow the
within the vehicle except for the HV battery pack.
NiMH battery modules to burn them selves out. During this
defensive operation, fire crews may utilize a water stream or fog
WARNING: pattern to protect exposures or to control the path of smoke.
• The NiMH battery electrolyte is a caustic alkaline (pH 13.5) that is
damaging to human tissues. To avoid injury by coming in contact NOTE:
with the electrolyte, wear proper personal protective equipment. The CT200h has a rear chassis damper (shock absorbing cylinder)
mounted in front of the rear bumper to absorb body vibration and flex.
• The battery modules are contained within a metal case and
This damper may be compromised in a fire or collision.
accessibility is limited.
• To avoid serious injury or death from severe burns or electric
shock, never breach or remove the high voltage battery pack cover
under any circumstance including fire.

When allowed to burn themselves out, the CT200h NiMH battery

modules burn rapidly and can quickly be reduced to ashes except for
the metal.

Rear Chassis Damper

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NOTE:
Overhaul Before disconnecting the 12 Volt auxiliary battery, if necessary,
During overhaul, immobilize and disable the vehicle if not already done. reposition the optional power seats, lower the windows, unlock the
Refer to illustrations on page 18, 19 and 20. The HV battery cover should doors, and open the fuel door as required. An electric fuel door
never be breached or removed under any circumstances including fire. Doing opener switch is located on the lower dash panel to the left of the
so may result in severe electrical burns, shock, or electrocution. steering wheel. A manual fuel door release is located inside the
driver side cargo area (refer to illustrations in the Roadside
Assistance section on page 29). Once the 12 Volt auxiliary battery is
• Immobilize Vehicle
disconnected, power controls will not operate.
Chock wheels and set the parking brake.
Push the P switch to engage park (P).
WARNING:
• Disable Vehicle • The high voltage system may remain powered for up to 10 minutes
Performing either of the following two procedures will shut the after the vehicle is shut off or disabled. To prevent serious injury
vehicle off and disable the HV battery pack, SRS, and gasoline fuel or death from severe burns or electric shock, avoid touching,
pump. cutting, or breaching any orange high voltage power cable or high
voltage component.
Procedure #1 • The SRS may remain powered for up to 90 seconds after the vehicle
1. Confirm the status of the READY indicator in the instrument is shut off or disabled. To prevent serious injury or death from
cluster. unintentional SRS deployment, avoid breaching the SRS
2. If the READY indicator is illuminated, the vehicle is on and components.
operational. Shut off the vehicle by pushing the power button • If none of the disabling procedures can be performed, proceed with
once. caution as there is no assurance that the high voltage electrical
3. The vehicle is already shut off if the instrument cluster lights and system, SRS, or fuel pump are disabled.
the READY indicator are not illuminated. Do not push the
power button because the vehicle may start.
4. If the smart key is easily accessible, keep it at least 16 feet (5
Recovering/Recycling of NiMH HV Battery Pack
meters) away from the vehicle.
Clean up of the HV battery pack can be accomplished by the vehicle recovery
5. If the smart key cannot be found, disconnect the 12 Volt
crew without further concern of runoff or spillage. For information regarding
auxiliary battery behind the cover in the cargo area to prevent
recycling of the HV battery pack, contact the nearest Lexus dealer:
accidental restarting of the vehicle.

Procedure #2 (Alternate if power button is inaccessible)

1. Open the hood and remove the fuse box cover.
2. Remove the IGCT fuse (30A green colored) and AM2 fuse
(7.5A brown colored) in the engine compartment fuse box as
illustrated on page 20. If the correct fuse cannot be recognized,
pull all fuses in the fuse box.
3. Disconnect the 12 Volt auxiliary battery under the cover in the
cargo area.

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Spills First Aid
The CT200h contains the same common automotive fluids used in other non- Emergency responders may not be familiar with a NiMH electrolyte exposure
hybrid Lexus vehicles, with the exception of the NiMH electrolyte used in the when rendering aid to a patient. Exposure to the electrolyte is unlikely except
HV battery pack. The NiMH battery electrolyte is a caustic alkaline (pH in a catastrophic crash or through improper handling. Utilize the following
13.5) that is damaging to human tissues. The electrolyte, however, is guidelines in the event of exposure.
absorbed in the cell plates and will not normally spill or leak out even if a
battery module is cracked. A catastrophic crash that would breach both the
metal battery pack case and a battery module would be a rare occurrence.
WARNING:
The NiMH battery electrolyte is a caustic alkaline (pH 13.5) that is
Similar to the use of baking soda to neutralize a lead-acid battery electrolyte damaging to human tissues. To avoid injury by coming in contact with
spill, a dilute boric acid solution or vinegar can be used to neutralize a NiMH the electrolyte, wear proper personal protective equipment.
battery electrolyte spill.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
NOTE: Splash shield or safety goggles. Fold down helmet shields are not
Electrolyte leakage from the HV battery pack is unlikely due to its acceptable for acid or electrolyte spills.
construction and the amount of available electrolyte contained within the Rubber, latex or nitrile gloves.
NiMH modules. Any spillage would not warrant a declaration as a hazardous Apron suitable for alkaline.
material incident. Responders should follow the recommendations as outlined Rubber boots.
in this emergency response guide.
• Absorption
In an emergency, manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are Perform gross decontamination by removing affected clothing and
available by contacting: properly disposing of the garments.
Rinse the affected areas with water for 20 minutes.
• Handle NiMH electrolyte spills using the following Personal Protective Transport patients to the nearest emergency medical care facility.
Equipment (PPE):
Splash shield or safety goggles. Fold down helmet shields are not • Inhalation in Non-Fire Situations
acceptable for acid or electrolyte spills. No toxic gases are emitted under normal conditions.
Rubber, latex or nitrile gloves.
Apron suitable for alkaline. • Inhalation in Fire Situations
Rubber boots. Toxic gases are given off as by-products of combustion. All
responders in the Hot Zone should wear the proper PPE for fire
• Neutralize NiMH Electrolyte fighting including SCBA.
Use a boric acid solution or vinegar. Move a patient from the hazardous environment to a safe area and
Boric acid solution - 800 grams boric acid to 20 liters water or 5.5 administer oxygen.
ounces boric acid to 1 gallon of water. Transport patients to the nearest emergency medical care facility.

• Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting.
Allow the patient to drink large quantities of water to dilute the
electrolyte (never give water to an unconscious person).
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First Aid (Continued)
If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep the patient’s head lowered
and forward to reduce the risk of asphyxiation.
Transport patients to the nearest emergency medical care facility.

Submersion
A submerged hybrid vehicle does not have high voltage potential on the metal
vehicle body, and is safe to touch.

Access Patients
Responders can access the patient and perform normal extrication
procedures. High voltage orange color coded power cables and high
voltage components should never be touched, cut, or breached.

Vehicle Recovery
If a hybrid vehicle is fully or partially submerged in water, emergency
responders may not be able to determine if the vehicle has been
automatically disabled. The CT200h may be handled by following
these recommendations:

1. Remove the vehicle from the water.

2. Drain the water from the vehicle if possible.
3. Follow the immobilizing and disabling procedures on page 18,
19 and 20.

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Roadside Assistance
The CT200h utilizes an electronic shift selector and a P switch for
selecting park (P). If the 12 Volt auxiliary battery is discharged or
disconnected, the vehicle cannot be started nor can it be shifted out of
park (P). If discharged, the 12 Volt auxiliary battery can be jump
started to allow vehicle starting and shifting out of park (P). Most other
roadside assistance operations may be handled like conventional Lexus
vehicles.

Lexus Roadside Assistance is available during the basic warranty period by

contacting:

Towing
The CT200h is a front wheel drive vehicle and it must be towed with the front
wheels off the ground. Failure to do so may cause serious damage to Lexus
Hybrid Drive components. Starting Vehicle Move Shift Selector to N Position

• The vehicle may be shifted out of park (P) into neutral (N) when in either
the ignition-on or READY-on mode. To select neutral (N), it is necessary
to hold the shift selector in the N position for approximately 0.5 seconds.
• If the 12 Volt auxiliary battery is discharged, the vehicle will not start and
shifting out of park (P) is not possible. There is no manual override
except to jump start the vehicle, refer to Jump Starting on page 31.

• If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency the vehicle may be moved

at low speeds (18 mph (30 km/h)). The eyelet is located with the tools in
the cargo area of the vehicle, refer to the illustration on page 30.
Towing Eyelet Mounting Location Eyelet Installation

Rear Hook

Rear Hook Location

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Roadside Assistance (Continued)
Electric Hatch Opener
The CT200h is equipped with an electric hatch opener. In the event of 12
Volt power losses, the hatch cannot be opened from the outside of the vehicle.

Hatch Opener Switch

Electric Hatch Opener Switch
The electric hatch can be opened manually using the release as shown in the
illustration.

Remove cover
Back Hatch, Viewed from Inside Vehicle

Open Center Auxiliary Box Manual Hatch Release

Electric Fuel Door Opener

The CT200h is equipped with an electric fuel door opener. In the event of 12
Volt power losses, the fuel door can only be opened using the manual release
located inside the cargo area.

Electric Fuel Door Opener Switch Manual Fuel Door Release

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Roadside Assistance (Continued)
Spare Tire Tools Towing Eyelet
The jack, tools, towing eyelet and spare tire are provided as shown.

Spare Tire
Jack

Tools, Jack, Towing Eyelet and Spare Tire in the Cargo Area

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Roadside Assistance (Continued)
Jump Starting
The 12 Volt auxiliary battery may be jump started if the vehicle does not start
and the instrument cluster gauges are dim or off after depressing the brake
pedal and pushing the power button.

The 12 Volt auxiliary battery is located in the cargo area. If the 12 Volt
auxiliary battery is discharged, the hatch cannot be opened. Instead, the
vehicle can be jump started by accessing the remote positive 12 Volt auxiliary
battery terminal in the engine compartment fuse box.
Remote Hood Release Hood Latch Release
• Remove the fuse box cover, and open the positive terminal cover.

• Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal.

• Connect the negative jumper cable to a solid ground.

• Place the smart key in proximity to the interior of the vehicle, depress the
brake pedal, and push the power button.

NOTE: Remove Fuse Box Cover Open Positive Terminal Cover

If the vehicle does not recognize the smart key after connecting the
booster battery to the vehicle, open and close the driver door when the
vehicle is shut off.

If the smart key internal battery is dead, touch the Lexus emblem side of
the smart key to the power button during the start sequence. Refer to the
instructions and illustrations on page 9 for more details.

• The high voltage HV battery pack cannot be jump started.

Ground
Immobilizer & Anti-Theft Alarm
The CT200h is equipped with a standard immobilizer system and an optional
anti-theft alarm.

• The vehicle can be started only with a registered smart key. Positive Terminal

• To disarm the anti-theft alarm, unlock the door by using the smart key
button, hidden metal cut key, or door handle touch sensor. Turning the
ignition-on or starting the vehicle will also disarm the anti-theft alarm. Jumper Cable Connections

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