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4-2. Driving procedures
Automatic cancelation of EV drive mode
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When driving in EV drive mode, the gasoline engine may automatically restart in the
following situations. When EV drive mode is canceled, a buzzer will sound and the
EV drive mode indicator will flash and go off.
The hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes low.
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The remaining battery level indicated in the "Energy Monitor" display is low.
(P. 113)
Vehicle speed becomes more than about 25 mph (40 km/h).
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The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill etc.
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When it is possible to inform the driver of automatic cancelation in advance, a prior
notice screen will appear on the multi-information display.
Possible driving distance when driving in EV drive mode
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EV drive mode' s possible driving distance ranges from a few hundred meters to
approximately 0.6 mile (1 km). Driving is possible at speeds of less than approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h). However, depending on vehicle conditions, there are sit-
uations when EV drive mode cannot be used. (The distance that is possible depends
on the hybrid battery [traction battery] level and driving conditions.)
Fuel economy
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Your Lexus is designed to achieve the best possible fuel economy during normal
driving (using the gasoline engine and electric motor [traction motor]). Driving in EV
drive mode more than necessary may lower fuel economy.
CAUTION
Caution while driving
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When driving in EV drive mode no engine noise is made. As such, pedestrians,
people riding bicycles or other people and vehicles in the surrounding area may
not be aware of the vehicle starting off or approaching them. Therefore, take extra
care while driving even if the vehicle proximity notification system is active.
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