Lexus LS 600h L Manuel d'utilisateur

LS 600h LHYBRID OVERVIEW

7Actual Mileage will vary withoptions, driving conditions,driving habits and vehicleʼscondition. Results reported toEPA indicate that the majorityof v

8Ten tips for improving fuel economyThe following tips can help you achieve the best possible fuel economy:1) Plan ahead to combine short trips in ord

Multi-informationDisplay & MonitorsThe center instrument cluster Multi-information Displayshows a simplified representation of the approximateflow

10Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued)The standard Energy Monitor shows a simplified representation of the approximateflow of energy

11The vehicle is stopped, the engine is off, and the hybrid battery is notbeing charged.• No arrows are displayed.Multi-information Displays & Mon

12Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued)Typical Energy Monitor Displays (continued)The vehicle is being driven by the engine and the el

13Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued)Typical Energy Monitor Displays (continued)The vehicle is stopped and the engine is charging th

14Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued)The Consumption Monitor descriptionPress to go tothe EnergyMonitor screenAverage MPGDisplay(see

15Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued)(continued on next page)Each “E” boxequals 50 Wh(Watt hours)of electricity.A partial “E”box equ

16Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued)The Hybrid System Indicator GaugeThis gauge displays hybrid system output or regeneration level

• The Lexus LS 600h L is powered by Lexus Hybrid Drive thatcombines the advantages of electric motor/generators and agasoline engine.• The Lexus LS 60

17LS 600h LHybrid TechnologyA hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that combines power from differentsources to efficiently operate. Lexus has spent many years

18LS 600h L Hybrid Technology (continued)Lexus Hybrid Drive main components5.0 L 32-V DOHC V-8 Engine with dual VVT-i – The primary powersource for yo

19LS 600h L Hybrid Technology (continued)Inverter – Converts the hybrid battery’s high voltage DC current intoAC current for the electric motors and v

20How Lexus Hybrid Drive worksLexus Hybrid Driveincorporates gas-engine power with electric motorefficiency in a seamless manner.Typically, the system

21Frequently AskedQuestionsQ: How should I choose between the LS 460 L and a LS 600h L hybrid?A: If most of your driving is highway cruising, or you l

22Frequently Asked Questions (continued)Q: Do you have to charge it/plug it in?A: The Lexus hybrid technology automatically recharges the 12-volt and

23LS 600h L HybridDrive SpecificationsHybrid SystemEngine TypeValvetrainElectric-Drive MotorHybrid BatteryTotal System Horsepower5.0L V8 with direct a

24Glossary of HybridTechnology Terms12-volt BatteryThe low-voltage battery that provides electricalpower to accessories and the vehicle's compute

25Glossary of Hybrid Technology Terms (continued)Hybrid BatteryComposed of sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)modules, the 288-volt hybrid battery prov

26Glossary of Hybrid Technology Terms (continued)Planetary gear setThe component of the ECVT that delivers the efficientmix of engine and electric pow

Driving the LS 600h L 1 - 3Starting, driving, parking attendant instructions, long-termparking, running out of fuel, battery facts, controls.The Benef

IndexSpecifications, features, equipment, technical data, performance figures, options, and color and trim are based uponinformation available at time

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1Driving the LS 600h LOn the whole, driving the LS 600h L is not very much different from driving aconventional vehicle. However, there are some subtl

2•••••Some parking attendants may not be familiar with the LS 600h L.To properly operate the vehicle, these basic tips are important:1. Press and hold

3HYBRID OVERVIEWLS 600h L• Driver-adjustable performance, the “PWR-Hybrid-SNOW” switch• Driver-selectable “EV” drive mode switch• Responsive and smoot

4HYBRID OVERVIEWLS 600h LThe Benefits of LexusHybrid TechnologyImpressive Performance• Lexus hybrid vehicles deliver impressive throttle response, eve

5HYBRID OVERVIEWLS 600h L• The gasoline engine is turned off much of the time during idle anddeceleration, which means that zero emissions are being p

6EPA MileageEstimates& Fuel EconomyQuick Facts - EPA Mileage EstimatesThe EPA estimated fuel economy numbers are derived from vehicle testingcondu