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Selecting Eco drive mode
Suitable for enhancing the fuel economy, because the torque
corresponding to the accelerator pedal depression amount can
be generated more smoothly than it is in normal conditions and
the operation of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling) will
be minimized.
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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. (→P. 213) To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the temperature setting or fan speed, or
turn off Eco drive mode.
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When in heavy traffic
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.
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
→P. 414
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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