Hybrid System; Hybrid System Features (Lc500H) - Lexus LC500 2017 Owner's Manual

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1-3. Hybrid system

1-3.Hybrid system

Hybrid system features (LC500h)

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conven-
tional 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.
In addition to the conventional system, exclusive control is performed for four
driving conditions (starting off, accelerating, low-speed driving and high-
speed cruising) to optimize the drive force and fuel efficiency, allowing for a
more powerful drive and a higher fuel efficiency.
System components
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.
Gasoline engine
A
Electric motor (traction motor)
B
When stopped/during start off
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The gasoline engine stops
vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives
the vehicle. When the accelerator
pedal is only lightly depressed, such as
when traveling on a level surface or
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down a gentle slope, the engine is
stopped
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when the
tion motor) is used.
When the shift position is in N, the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is not
being charged.
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and the electric motor (trac-