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Hybrid 2007 Model
Emergency Response Guide
(November 2007)

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  • Page 1 Hybrid 2007 Model Emergency Response Guide (November 2007)
  • Page 2 FOREWORD In November 2007, Lexus will release the Lexus airbags, side curtain airbags, front and LS 600hL petrol-electric hybrid vehicle in rear seat belt pretensioners, and when Australia. Except where noted in this guide, equipped with an optional rear seat...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS About the LS 600hL LS 600hL Identification Hybrid Synergy Drive Component Locations & Descriptions Smart Entry & Start System Hybrid Synergy Drive Operation Hybrid Vehicle (HV) Battery Pack 46 Volt System Low Voltage Battery High Voltage Safety SRS Airbags &...
  • Page 6: About The Ls 600Hl

    ABOUT THE LS 600hL The LS 600hL sedan joins the RX 400h and GS 450h as a hybrid model for Lexus. Hybrid Synergy Drive means that the vehicle contains a petrol engine and an electric motor for power. The two hybrid power sources are stored on board the vehicle: 1.
  • Page 7: Ls 600Hl Identification

    LS 600hL IDENTIFICATION In appearance, the 2007 LS 600hL is nearly identical to the conventional, non-hybrid Lexus LS 460. The LS 600hL is a 4-door sedan and the suffix “L ” indicates a long wheelbase. Exterior, interior, and engine compartment illustrations are provided to assist in identification.
  • Page 8: Engine Compartment

    LS 600hL IDENTIFICATION Interior … The instrument cluster (speedometer, fuel gauge, warning lights) located in the dash behind the steering wheel, is different than the one on the conventional, non-hybrid LS 460. † The hybrid system indicator (power meter) is located next to the tachometer.
  • Page 9: Hybrid Synergy Drive Component Locations & Descriptions

    HYBRID SYNERGY DRIVE COMPONENT LOCATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS … Actual position of Inverter COMPONENT LOCATION DESCRIPTION ‚ is passenger side (LHS) 12-Volt Luggage A lead-acid battery Auxiliary Battery Compartment that supplies power to the low voltage devices. ƒ Hybrid Luggage 288-Volt Nickel Metal Vehicle (HV) Compartment Hydride (NiMH) battery...
  • Page 10 HYBRID SYNERGY DRIVE COMPONENT LOCATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS COMPONENT LOCATION DESCRIPTION ‰ Engine 3-phase high voltage AC Compressor Compartment electrically driven motor with Inverter compressor. ž DC-DC Inside HV Battery Converts 288-Volts from Converter for Pack in Luggage the HV battery pack to 12 Volt Auxiliary Compartment 12-Volts for low voltage...
  • Page 11: Smart Entry & Start System

    SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM The LS 600hL smart entry system consists of a smart key transceiver that communicates bi-directionally enabling the vehicle to recognise the key in close proximity to the vehicle. Once recognised, the key will allow the user to lock and unlock the doors without pushing key buttons, and start the vehicle without inserting it into an Smart Key...
  • Page 12 • If the internal Smart Key battery is dead, use the following method to start the vehicle. 1. Touch the Lexus emblem side of the Smart Key to the power button (a buzzer will sound). 2. Within 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, push the power button with the brake pedal depressed (the READY light will illuminate).
  • Page 13: Hybrid Synergy Drive Operation

    HYBRID SYNERGY DRIVE OPERATION Once the READY indicator is illuminated in the instrument cluster, the vehicle may be driven. However, the petrol engine does not idle like a typical vehicle and will start and stop automatically. It is important to recognise and understand the READY indicator provided in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 14: Hybrid Vehicle (Hv) Battery Pack

    • DC-DC Converter for 12 Volt Auxiliary Battery • DC-DC Converter for EPS and Active Stabiliser Suspension System HV Battery Pack Recycling • The HV battery pack is recyclable. Contact the nearest Lexus dealer or Lexus Australia. – 9 –...
  • Page 15: 46 Volt System

    46 VOLT SYSTEM The LS 600hL is equipped with a 46 Volt electrical Electric Power system that powers the Electric Power Steering Steering ECU (EPS) assist motor in the engine compartment and the optional Active Stabiliser Suspension System motors for the front and rear stabiliser bars. Assist Motor •...
  • Page 16: Low Voltage Battery

    LOW VOLTAGE BATTERY Auxiliary Battery • The LS 600hL contains a sealed lead-acid 12 Volt battery. The 12 Volt auxiliary battery powers the vehicle’s electrical system similar to a conventional vehicle. As with conventional vehicles, the negative terminal of the auxiliary battery is grounded to the metal chassis of the vehicle.
  • Page 17: High Voltage Safety

    HIGH VOLTAGE SAFETY The HV battery pack powers the high voltage electrical system with DC electricity. Positive and negative orange coloured high voltage power cables are routed from the battery pack, under the vehicle floor pan, along the propeller shaft and transmission tunnel to the inverter assembly.
  • Page 18: Srs Airbags & Seat Belt Pretensioners

    SRS AIRBAGS & SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS Standard Equipment • Electronic frontal impact sensors (2) are ‚ mounted in the engine compartment illustrated. • Front seat belt pretensioners are mounted near ƒ the base of the B-pillars • Rear seat belt pretensioners are mounted near „...
  • Page 19 SRS AIRBAGS & SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS NOTE: The front seatback mounted side airbags and the curtain airbags may deploy independently of each other. The knee airbags deploy simultaneously with the frontal airbags and seat belt pretensioners. Only with Ottoman Frontal, Knee, Front Seatback Mounted Side, Curtain, Optional Rear Seat Side and Seat Cushion Airbags Driver Knee Airbag and Inflator...
  • Page 20: Emergency Response

    EMERGENCY RESPONSE On arrival, emergency responders should follow their standard operating procedures for vehicle incidents. Emergencies involving the LS 600hL may be handled like other vehicles except as noted in these guidelines for Extrication, Fire, Overhaul, Recovery, Spills, First Aid, and Chock Wheels Submersion.
  • Page 21 EMERGENCY RESPONSE Extrication (Continued) Disable Vehicle • Performing either of the following two procedures will shut the vehicle off and disable the HV battery pack, SRS, and petrol fuel pump. Procedure #1 1. Confirm the status of READY indicator in Shut Off Vehicle (READY-Off) the instrument cluster.
  • Page 22 EMERGENCY RESPONSE Extrication (Continued) Procedure #2 (Alternate if power button is inaccessible 1. Remove the engine compartment and fuse box covers. 2. Remove the IG2 relay in the engine Remote Hood Hood Latch compartment fuse box (refer to Release Release illustration).
  • Page 23 EMERGENCY RESPONSE Extrication (Continued) Stabilise Vehicle • Chock at (4) points directly under the front and rear pillars. Do not place cribbing under the high voltage power cables, exhaust system, or fuel Chocking Points system. Chocking Points NOTE: The LS 600hL may be equipped with a tyre pressure warning system that by design prevents pulling the metal valve stem with integral transmitter.
  • Page 24 EMERGENCY RESPONSE Extrication (Continued) SRS SEAT CUSHION AIRBAG (Only with Ottoman) SRS CURTAIN SRS CURTAIN Roof Removal AIRBAG AIRBAG The LS 600hL contains curtain airbags. If undeployed, it is not recommended to remove or to displace the roof. The curtain airbags may be identified as illustrated.
  • Page 25: Fire

    EMERGENCY RESPONSE Extrication (Continued) Repositioning Rear Seats Power adjustable rear seats are standard in the LS 600hL. The rear seat control panel shown in the illustration should be used if it Selection Switch is necessary to adjust the rear seat position. Before adjusting the position of a rear seat, select either the left or right hand seat using Rear Power Seat Control Panel...
  • Page 26 EMERGENCY RESPONSE Fire (Continued) Fire in the HV Battery Pack • Should a fire occur in the NiMH HV battery pack, attack crews should utilise a water stream or fog pattern to extinguish any fire within the luggage compartment except for the HV battery pack. WARNING: •...
  • Page 27: Overhaul

    EMERGENCY RESPONSE Overhaul During overhaul, immobilise and disable the vehicle if not already done. See illustrations on page 15. The HV battery cover should never be breached or removed under any circumstances including fire. Doing so may result in severe electrical burns, shock, or electrocution. Immobilise Vehicle •...
  • Page 28: Recovery/Recycling Of Nimh Hv Battery Pack

    Spills The LS 600hL contains the same common automotive fluids used in other non-hybrid Lexus vehicles, with the exception of NiMH electrolyte used in the HV battery pack. The NiMH battery electrolyte is a caustic alkaline (pH 13.5) that is damaging to human tissues.
  • Page 29: First Aid

    EMERGENCY RESPONSE Fire (Continued) Handle NiMH electrolyte spills using the following Personal • Protective Equipment (PPE): Splash shield or safety goggles. Fold down helmet shields are not acceptable for acid or electrolyte spills. Rubber, latex or nitrile gloves. Apron suitable for alkaline. Rubber boots.
  • Page 30: Submersion

    EMERGENCY RESPONSE First Aid (Continued) Ingestion • Do not induce vomiting. Allow a patient to drink large quantities of water to dilute electrolyte (Never give water to an unconscious person). Cover If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep the Remove the Service Hole Cover patient’s head lowered and forward to reduce the risk of asphyxiation.
  • Page 31: Roadside Assistance

    Lexus vehicles except as noted in the following pages. Shift Lever Similar to most Lexus vehicles, the LS 600hL uses a gated shift lever as shown in the illustration. Push in Shift Lock Release However, the LS 600hL shift lever includes an S position for 8 levels of engine braking.
  • Page 32 ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Electric Luggage Fuel Door Luggage Compartment Opener Switch Opener Switch Compartment Opener The LS 600hL is equipped with an electric luggage compartment opener. In the event of 12 Volt power loss, the luggage compartment can be opened with the metal cut key hidden in the Smart Key.
  • Page 33: Jump Starting

    If the Smart Key internal battery is dead, touch the Lexus emblem side of the key to the power button during the start sequence. See the instructions and illustrations on page 7 for more details.
  • Page 34: Products Safety Data Sheet

    PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Product and Company Identification Name of Product Prismatic Nickel Metal-hydride Battery (module) Model name EV-MP6R5R20 (GEN NP2.5 8cells module type) EV-MP6R5R27 (GEN NP2.5 12cells module type) Company name Panasonic EV Energy Co., Ltd. Address 555, Sakaijyuku, Kosai-City, Shizuoka, 431-0452 Japan Division Engineering Department Telephone/ Fax...
  • Page 35 PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET 5. Fire Fighting Measures (1) Firefighting measures (1) Use powder-type ABC extinguisher. and extinguisher (2) When corrosive gas could be generated in the event of fire fighting, use appropriate breathing apparatus. (3) Extinguishing a fire with a large amount of water may be an effective method.
  • Page 36 PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET 9. Physical and Chemical Properties (1) Appearance The nickel hydrogen battery (cell and module) is contained within a plastic resin case. The module geometry is basically a thin rectangular trapezoid. A fixed voltage value cannot be specified. 10.
  • Page 37 NOTES – 32 –...
  • Page 38 © 2007 Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited. All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited. Publication No. TSO0720. (November 2007).

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