5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
STEP
1
Set the parking brake and shift the shift position to P. Stop
the hybrid system.
STEP
2
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
STEP
3
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires
to help provide traction.
STEP
4
Restart the hybrid system.
STEP
5
Shift the shift position to D or R, release the parking brake
and carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
CAUTION
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When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
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When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
Changing the shift position to any positions other than P or N may cause the
vehicle to accelerate abruptly, causing an accident and resulting in death or
serious injury.
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