Lexus OM30727U, Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
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Breaking in your new Lexus
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to
observe:
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For the first 186 miles (300 km):
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Avoid sudden stops.
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For the first 621 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
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Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the
correct fuel. (
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P. 482)
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For efficient use
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Put the shift lever into “D” when driving
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In the “N” position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be gen-
erated. The hybrid battery (traction battery) will be discharged requiring unnec-
essary engine power to recharge.
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Drive your vehicle smoothly
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Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration. Gradual acceleration and decel-
eration will make more effective use of the traction motor without having to use
gasoline engine power.
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Avoid repeated acceleration
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Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid battery (traction battery) power,
resulting in poor acceleration. Battery power can be restored by driving with
the accelerator pedal slightly released.
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Put the shift lever into “P” when parking
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In the “N” position, the hybrid battery (traction battery) does not recharge.
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Leaving the shift lever in the “N” position for an extended period of the time may
discharge the hybrid battery. The vehicle cannot run if the hybrid battery is dis-
charged.
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When starting on an incline
The hill-start assist control may operate. (
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P. 162)