Toyota VELLFIRE 2010 Manual page 69

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Hybrid system features
A hybrid system is a system that achieves both excellent power performance and low
fuel consumption at a high level through the synergistic effect of the two powers of
an electric motor and a gasoline engine. In addition, it is a technology that reduces
exhaust gas and makes it cleaner and environmentally friendly.
gasoline engine
1
front electric motor
2
• When stopping/starting/running at low speed
Stop* the gasoline engine while the vehicle is
stopped. When starting, use the electric motor to
start. Even when driving at low speeds or when driving downhill, the gasoline
engine is stopped* and the
electric motor
*
The gasoline engine may not automatically stop when the drive battery needs to be charged or when the
engine is warming up. (ÿ P.69)
• Normal driving
It runs mainly with a gasoline engine. When necessary,
the electric motor operates as a generator to charge the drive battery.
The illustration is an example for explanation and differs from the actual product.
is used to drive. The drive battery is not charged when the shift lever is in N.
1-2. Hybrid system
rear electric motor
3
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1For safety and security