2013 Lexus GS450h fuel consumption

317
GS450h_U (OM30D01U)4-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
■Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the acceler-
ator pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly than it
is in normal conditions. In addition, the operatio n of the air conditioning
system (heating/cooling) will be mini mized, improving the fuel econ-
omy. ( P. 2 8 6 )
■Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicate of Hybrid
System Indicator within Eco area. ( P. 9 2 )
■When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
■Delays
Repeated acceleration and decelerati on, as well as long waits at traffic
lights, will lead to bad fuel consumption. Check traffic reports before
leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When encountering a
delay, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move for-
ward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator pedal. Doing so
can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
■Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the acceler-
ator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of electrical energy
can be retained when slowing down.
For economical and ecological drivin g, pay attention to the following
points:

318
GS450h_U (OM30D01U)
4-6. Driving tips
■Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help con-
trol excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode. Doing
so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioner and reduce fuel
consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until the gasoline engine and the interi or of the vehicle are warm, it will
consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding
overuse of the heater.
■Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire
inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor fuel consump tion. Use a tire that is appropriate
for the season.
■Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption. Avoid car-
rying unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack can also cause
poor fuel consumption.
■Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically when
cold, warming up the engine is unne cessary. Moreover, frequently driv-
ing short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly warm up, which
can lead to poor fuel consumption.

GS450h_U (OM30D01U)
3775-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
■When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning sys-
tem is on
●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air conditioning
system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also reduce
fuel consumption.
●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the power switch is
turned on.
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
■Automatic mode for air intake control
In automatic mode, the system detects ex haust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
When the dehumidification function is off, and the fan is operating, turning automatic
mode on will activate the dehumidification function.
■Micro dust an d pollen filter
●In order to prevent the windshield from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the
following may occur:
• Outside air mode does not switch to (recirculated air) mode.
• The dehumidification function operates.
• The operation cancels after approximately 1 minute.
●In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .
●In extremely humid weather, the windows may fog up.
●The pollens are filtered out even if the mi cro dust and pollen filter is turned off.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
In the Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to priori-
tize fuel efficiency:
●Engine speed and compressor operation co ntrolled to restrict heating/cooling
capacity
●Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performanc e, perform the following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed
●Turn off Eco drive mode
■When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32 F (0C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is selected.

846Alphabetical index
GS450h_U (OM30D01U)
Front seats ................................................ 148Adjustment ............................................. 148
Cleaning ................................................ 620
Correct driving posture ....................30
Driving position memory ................ 150
Head restraints ..................................... 155
Power easy access system ............ 153
Seat heaters ......................................... 590
Seat position memory....................... 150
Seat ventilators ..................................... 591
Front side marker lights .......................213 Light switch .............................................213
Replacing light bulbs ........................697
Welcome light illumination control ..................................................... 121
Front turn signal lights ........................ 205 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 691
Turn signal lever ................................ 205
Wattage ....................................................791
Fuel ............................................................. 784 Capacity .................................................784
Fuel gauge ................................................89
Information ............................................ 792
Refueling................................................. 227
Type .............................................. 227, 784
Warning light .........................................714
Warning messages........................... 737
Fuel consumption Average fuel consumption...............96
Average fuel consumption after refueling.......................................95
Current fuel consumption ................95 Fuel filler door......................................... 227
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 230
Refueling .................................................227
Fuses...........................................................670
Garage door opener.......................... 600
Gauges........................................................ 89
Glove box ................................................576
Glove box light.......................................576
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)........................... 506
HD Radio
® system ................................ 414
Head restraints........................................ 155
Headlight cleaner .................................226
Headlights ................................................. 213 Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ..................................... 215
Discharge headlights precautions .......................................699
Headlight leveling warning message............................724
Light switch............................................. 213
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 697
Wattage ................................................... 791
Headlights aim ...................................... 685
Head-up display ..................................... 102
G
H