Selecting Eco drive mode
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When the vehicle is driven in Eco drive mode, vehicle driving
force and operation of the air conditioning system (heating/cool-
ing) is controlled to improve fuel efficiency.
Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
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Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. (→P. 240) To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
When in heavy traffic
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If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid putting the shift
lever in N for an extended period of time.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
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→P. 466
CAUTION
When driving on slippery road surfaces
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Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.
2-1. Driving procedures
Eco drive mode
When eco drive mode is turned
on, the "ECO MODE" indicator
will come on.
Pressing the "ECO MODE"
switch again turns eco drive
mode off.
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