Hybrid transmission
Shifting the shift lever
While the power switch is in ON mode, move the shift lever
with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped.
Shift position purpose
Shift position
P
R
N
D
S
*
1
: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the D
position for normal driving.
*
2
: By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control accelerating
forces and engine braking forces.
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Purpose/function
Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system
Reversing
Neutral
(Condition in which the power is not transmitted)
*
1
Normal driving
*
2
S mode driving
(→P. 207)
4-2. Driving procedures
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