Driving Procedures; Driving The Vehicle - Toyota RAV4 HYBRID 2012 Manual

2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
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Starting the EV system
P. 200
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Driving
STEP 1
With the brake pedal depressed, select the D position.
(P. 206)
Check that the shift position indicator shows D.
STEP 2
Release the parking brake. (P. 216)
STEP 3
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
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Stopping
STEP 1
Depress the brake pedal.
STEP 2
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, push
the P position switch. (P. 209)
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Parking the vehicle
STEP 1
Depress the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a com-
plete stop.
STEP 2
Set the parking brake. (P. 216)
STEP 3
Push the P position switch. (P. 209)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P.
STEP 4
Press the "POWER" switch to stop the EV system.
STEP 5
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key
on your person.
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