The letter h (hybrid) on the nameplate "Lexus" gives its owner as a devotee of modern fashion to all "green". How expensive is this passion?
The Lexus RX 400h ELECTRICIDATE makes more. If a decade ago it was "Prius," all the leading firms are now serially producing similar cars. But how reliable are the cars with the gas-electric powertrain? "Lex-RX 400h" (the plant's MHU 38 plant) became the first hybrid officially supplied to Russia. Since 2005, a solid experience of operation has been developed since the mileage of many cars over 150 thousand cars. km Unlike the model sold in America (its MHU 33 index), our "X" four-wheel drive: in addition to the front hybrid transmission, an electric motor with the rear axle retractor has been introduced. It is interesting that this part of the hybrid drive is only considered by air, while the front part of the transmission has a common contour with the petrol engine cooling system. It is rare that antifreeze begins to flow through the interface of the card of the transmission-pay attention to this placeIt is easier to periodically check the level in the right extension bacht, but do not forget about the left side, which is responsible for cooling the battery DC power converter into a variable for powering the electric motors. Accordingly, electron recovery mode shall run the reverse side by charging the battery. Look what the transistors transistors are turning into because of overheating. According to statistics, seven of the eight cases are for the warranty period, that is, the precious inverter is more often changed free of charge. In this separate circuit, the liquid is overrun by a power pump that is extremely rare, but has failed. It is impossible to say that the pump will die as soon as possible, since it is switched on only when the inverter really needs refrigeration. The defect will only be felt when the inverter will be turned off as a result of overheatingThis means that the machine will be dimred and the display will display the label: Check Hybrid System. When replacing a liquid, it is necessary to remove the cork from the system, otherwise the inverter will be overheated. Although the electronics will limit the supply current, power transistors may explode. Dealers do not change them separately, offering to purse for a new inverter in the collection (more than half a million roubles!). However, more humane prices can be found on the Internet. Moreover, the further east, the cheaper it is. For example, in Yekaterinburg, you will get 100-120 thousand, and in Vladivostok-almost half. Fortunately, the refusals of the inverters are rare. The front part of the hybrid transmission on this machine is still in full order (mileage of 112,000). (km) The sweating in the front (circle) is not critical. It's much worse if the oil or coolant starts dripping in the area shown by the arrow. The hybrids of the hybrids are not familiar. Its role is played only by two planetary rows. The first one connected to the satellite was connected to the gasoline engine, and through the solar gears-with an electric motor in 650 V, which is both an starter and a generator. The same motor, changing gear, changes the transmission ratio between the DSC and the corona-gear tied through the gearbox and the differential with the wheels. The second planetary row through the solar system (the corona to both series) is connected to the traction motor-generator (also 650 V). A very beautiful construction! And surprisingly unproblematic. It is important to keep track of the oil (original Toyota ATF WS). Although it is "perpetual" by its rules, the dealers recommend me to change it through 160,000. km ELECTRONIC CIRCUME, A machine like this is bought for the image and it is idle for months. This is the worst form of exploitation to which the hybrids are not calculated-this is clearly stated in the instruction. Even regular electronics are quickly discharging a 12-volt battery with a capacity of only 36 Ach designed to supply the auxiliary equipment. Many people install an additional alarm on the car ("Lexus" attracts the increased interest of the hijackers), which can reach 100 mA. It is not hard to think that the battery is fully discharged in just half a month. And it also fuels the power relay of the traction battery connection from which the engine is running. Because of the natural self-discharge, the main battery can also sit. So take a rule from time to time (once a week) to roll a car around the house, and then wait until the MQS doesn't die. This is a sign that the traction battery is charged. To resuscitate a car with a seed-out battery, you have to "light" (this instance has been idle for only two weeks). In limited space, the battery of greater capacity is not included. It is believed that in the conditions of the Russian winter the hybrids do not live long. Don't believe the rumors! At the extreme cold in Oyjakon, the first-generation "prius" "priuses" are still in. With regard to RX, yes, the battery failed (in 2005 copies, they were changed under warranty), but they can be counted on their fingers. By the way, the farther east, the more people who are ready to move the battery away at a reasonable cost by replacing the defective cells (all 240 pieces). The construction of a petrol engine 3MZ-FE (3.3 l) has been verified by time. The engine is built on the base of three litre 1MZ-FE, which has a good reputation on RX 300 and Toyota Camri models. Under the hybrids, the engine has been modified slightly: there are other supports, the intake system and the gas distribution phases. The main thing is that there are no hinged components driven by a polycester belt, as the steering and compressor of the air conditioning compressor are electric. The GRM is changing every 100,000. Km, mandatory with rollers. Pompea is the subject of the same belt; it is quite reliable and serves at times more than 200,000 people. km But the spark plugs, though irridium, are more than 40,000. km are not being held. The intake manifold must be removed during replacement. This is perhaps the main difficulty in servicing the car. The top view on the left side of the subspace (the plastic box attached to the three pitons is removed): The inverter electric pump (arrow) is installed directly under the inverter, and its expansion crate is higher. The dealers of every TEG (10,000) In the case of RX 330 with a very similar motor 30-60 thousand slobs. km due to mud deposits begin to swim idle. Although the hybrid engine never works in this mode (either silently or operates under load, charging a traction battery), it may be in trouble with the launch. How is the ordinary gasoline RX, on which the 400h model is built? His petrol engine is as reliable (you know me by candlelight, the GRM drive and the drossel), but the box is capable of giving a surprise even 120 k. km The situation is worse with cars for the American market: 50-60,000 people. The mile-and the machine is no longer a tenant. Due to the fact that the hyper-lock of the American transmission is set for a fast gear shift (the Russian version made in the light of the frost, the automatic rifle is more slow), it can have two transmissions. It is clear that this feature has not been extended. Note: After the bulkhead, the control unit must be migrated to clear all previous settings and reinsert the new, corresponding to the modified times when the transfer is turned on and off. Otherwise, you'll have to face new problems. The rear axle electrical transmission is air-cooled. It is therefore important to keep crankcase clearance in mind. The stabilizer foot is worn and starts to knock 30,000. The number of kilometres in front is 40 thousand km. ), sometimes it is necessary to change not only them, but also the stabilizer itself due to corrosion in the cover area. The resource of brake pads is highly dependent on driving behaviour: sometimes they wear up to 20,000. Six times longer. At the junction of the back cover, the oil is sometimes easier to leak. If the oil is draining through the valet of the pressure hose of the GRM (80 thousand cases). (kms), I don't hesitate to change the helmsman. The general problem of any RX, including hybrids, is that of the rear brakes. They quickly wipe out the elastic band of the guide fingers through the dampness of the mechanism. That's why we're doing prophylais every time. The kilometre of the hybrid race, calculated on the basis of our rubric (RP, 2011, No. 1), was significantly lower than that of a petrol version: 12.83 vs. 15.54 roubles. But if the inverter or the traction battery is not lucky, it will not be in the case of hybrids at all: too expensive for electric units and units. The second generation of the second-generation RX was introduced in January 2003. In North America and the Middle East a 3.3-liter V6 version was offered. European and Asian buyers received a 3-liter motor. In March 2005, a hybrid of RX 400h, which was officially shipped to Russia in June of the same year. Lexus RX 400h IPC: 5-door station wagon (SUV). ENGINES: Gasoline-V6, 3.0 l, 204 litres. c. V6, 3.3 l, 230 l. V6, 3.5 l, 277 l. c For hybrid version: petrol, V6, 3.3 l, 210 l. , plus front electric motor 165 l. c. , plus the 68 litre back electric motor. (the total power of the propulsion system is 270 l. c. ). TRANS-CORBERS: A5 for a regular version, non-graded planetary for hybrids. FIVE: front or full. RESTILLING: In 2007, the grille, bumpers, wheel drives and some decorative elements of the body changed. The year before the previous V6 was replaced by 3.5 l. CRE-TESTES: In 2004, the safety level in frontal collision on IIIHS and NHTSA (USA) methods was recognized as the highest level. The consequences for the rear impact of the rear are estimated to be "bad" (IIHS). We would like to thank Business Carr (the 78th-kilometer Moscow-Moscow Central Lekvöverezhny (Moscow)) for assisting in the preparation of the material. The Lexus RX 400h Animation on a hybrid powertrain modes is not only fun, but also instructive: it tells you how to use recovery more efficiently. Rear-view rearward display image is rear-view camera. Ensure that the cooling air vents of the traction battery do not overlap. For Russia, the hood is covered with a protective film, but the bottom-beetle-beak remains naked and rusts quite quickly. The top view on the left side of the subspace (the plastic box attached to the three pitons is removed): The inverter electric pump (arrow) is installed directly under the inverter, and its expansion crate is higher. Look what the transistors transistors are turning into because of overheating. According to statistics, seven of the eight cases are for the warranty period, that is, the precious inverter is more often changed free of charge. VIN is located under the cover of the passenger seat and the duplicate-in the window of the windscreen, under the left stroke of the caretakers. To resuscitate a car with a seed-out battery, you have to "light" (this instance has been idle for only two weeks). In limited space, the battery of greater capacity is not included. The rear axle electrical transmission is air-cooled. It is therefore important to keep crankcase clearance in mind. The stabilizer foot is worn and starts to knock 30,000. The number of kilometres in front is 40 thousand km. ), sometimes it is necessary to change not only them, but also the stabilizer itself due to corrosion in the cover area. The resource of brake pads is highly dependent on driving behaviour: sometimes they wear up to 20,000. Six times longer. The front part of the hybrid transmission on this machine is still in full order (mileage of 112,000). (km) The sweating in the front (circle) is not critical. It's much worse if the oil or coolant starts dripping in the area shown by the arrow. Lexus RX 400h