STARTING AND DRIVING
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Charge
Engine charges hybrid
battery
.
The function charges the hybrid
battery with support from the
internal combustion engine for
using increased electric opera-
tion at a later time. The function is not available
when the hybrid battery already has a high
charge level.
Symbols in the driver display
The symbol
is shown in the hybrid battery gauge
when Hold is activated.
472
The symbol
is shown in the hybrid battery gauge
when Charge is activated.
Related information
•
Driving with electric operation (p. 469)
•
Economical driving (p. 468)
•
Hybrid gauge (p. 84)
Preparations for a long trip
Before a driving holiday or some other type of
long journey, it is important to check the car's
functions and equipment particularly carefully.
Check that:
•
the engine is working normally and that fuel
consumption is normal
•
there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)
•
brake force during braking is optimal
•
all lamps are working - adjust headlamp level
if the car is heavily laden
•
the tyres have sufficient tread depth and
pressure. Change to winter tyres when driv-
ing to areas where there is a risk of snowy or
icy road surfaces.
•
starter battery charging is good
•
the wiper blades are in good condition
•
a warning triangle and high-visibility vest are
located in the car - legally required in certain
countries.
Related information
•
Checking tyre pressure (p. 558)
•
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 664)
•
Filling washer fluid (p. 647)
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Winter driving (p. 473)
•
Economical driving (p. 468)
•
Settings for car modem (p. 537)