System Description [06/2018 - 08/2020]
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Lexus ES 300h, 2020 Lexus ES 300h, and 2019 Lexus ES 300h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System
- When the vehicle is being driven quietly using the motor only, the vehicle proximity notification system outputs a warning sound from the vehicle approaching speaker assembly to inform pedestrians, cyclists etc., of the approach of the vehicle.
- The warning sound is output by the vehicle approaching speaker assembly at a volume level that will not be perceived as noise. Also the pitch of the sound changes in accordance with vehicle speed so that the sound reflects vehicle deceleration and acceleration.
- Vehicle proximity notification system operation automatically stops when the vehicle is stopped, the shift lever is in P, the engine starts or the vehicle is driven at 25 km/h (16 mph) or more.