Hybrid System - Lexus 2015 ct200h Quick Manual

Hybrid System

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles.
Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate it
with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction
motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust
emissions.
For details, refer to the "OWNER'S MANUAL".
■ Hybrid System Indicator
● Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is in other than the sport
mode.
● By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
● Charge area indicates regeneration
the hybrid battery (traction battery).
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: When used in this manual, "regeneration" refers to the conversion of energy created by
the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
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Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
When shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) is not charged. When the
vehicle is stopped, always put the shift position to P.
Also, even in heavy traffic conditions, drive the vehicle in D or B.
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1 Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)
2 Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven
in an Eco-friendly manner.
3 Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is
not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
4 Charge area
Shows that energy is being recovered
via the regenerative brake.
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status. Regenerated energy will be used to charge
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