Driving The Vehicle - Toyota avalon hybrid 2015 Instruction Manual

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4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the hybrid system
P. 177
Driving
1
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. (P. 185)
2
Release the parking brake. (P. 189)
3
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Stopping
1
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal until the vehicle
comes to a stop.
2
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
lever to P. (P. 185)
Parking the vehicle
1
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
2
Set the parking brake. (P. 189)
3
Shift the shift lever to P. (P. 185)
4
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
5
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
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