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4-6. Driving tips
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 operation of the air conditioning
system (heating/cooling) will be minimized, improving the fuel econ-
omy. (→P. 305)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicate of Hybrid
System Indicator within Eco area. ( →P. 9 4 )
◆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 deceleration, 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:
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Driving
◆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 engine will not automatically cut out
until the gasoline engine and the interior 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 consumption. 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 unnecessary. Moreover, frequently driv-
ing short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly warm up, which
can lead to poor fuel consumption.
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4015-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the outside/
recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in pre-
venting outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling operation, set-
ting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the tem-
perature setting or the inside temperature.
■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 exhaust 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 and 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 micro dust and pollen filter is turned off.
■When the S-FLOW mode operates
If air flows to the driver’s seat only, the temperature setting for the front passenger’s
seat is not displayed.
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8358-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions
being customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Settings that can be changed using the Remote Touch
Settings that can be changed using the “DISP” button
Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer
Definition of symbols: O = Available, — = Not available
Customizable features
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2
3
ItemFunctionDefaultsettingCustomized setting
Hybrid
system
(→ P. 7 2 )Vehicle proximity noti-
fication system (sound
volume)
Level 0
Level +1
——OLevel +2
Multi-infor-
mation
display
(→ P. 9 6 )
Language*1EnglishFrench—O—Spanish
Units*1miles
(MPG)
km
(km/L)
—O—km
(L/100km)
ECO lamp
ON
(Self-light- ing)Off
—O—On
(Always)
Drive monitorOutside
Fuel
consumption
—O—Cruising range
Tachometer Settings
On
(Self-
changing)
Hybrid System Indicator (Always)
—O—
Tachometer (Always)
Lamp brightnessStandardBright—O—
SPORT lampOnOff—O—
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873Alphabetical index
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First-aid kit storage net ...................... 607
Flat tire .......................................................775
Floor mats ................................................... 28
FluidBrake ......................................................... 815
Hybrid transmission........................... 814
Washer ................................................... 672
Fog lights .................................................. 222 Replacing light bulbs ..............715, 723
Switch....................................................... 222
Wattage ................................................... 817
Footwell light .......................................... 597
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 49
Front personal lights............................598
Front seats ................................................ 150 Adjustment ............................................. 150
Cleaning ................................................ 646
Correct driving posture ....................30
Driving position memory ................ 152
Head restraints..................................... 158
Power easy access system ............ 152
Seat heaters ........................................... 616
Seat position memory....................... 152
Seat ventilators ..................................... 616
Front side marker lights ....................... 217 Light switch ............................................. 217
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 723
Welcome light illumination
control ....................................................123
Front turn signal lights ........................ 209
Replacing light bulbs .......................... 717
Turn signal lever ................................ 209
Wattage ................................................... 817 Fuel.............................................................. 810
Capacity .................................................. 810
Fuel gauge ................................................. 91
Information............................................. 818
Refueling .................................................. 231
Type................................................. 231, 810
Warning light ....................................... 740
Warning messages .......................... 763
Fuel consumption Average fuel consumption .............. 98
Average fuel consumption after refueling .......................................97
Current fuel consumption.................97
Fuel filler door.......................................... 231
Refueling .................................................. 231
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 234
Fuses.......................................................... 696
Garage door opener........................... 627
Gauges.......................................................... 91
Glove box ............................................... 602
Glove box light...................................... 602
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