2009 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID battery

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
(1) Put the selector lever in “P.”
(2) Depress the brake pedal, and press the “POWER” switch briefl\
y and firmly.
(3) The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the \
light remains steady and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
Starting the Hybrid System
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline
engine and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of
power for the vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied
the braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the tracti\
on
battery. In addition, the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The
benefits are better fuel economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved
performance.
Note: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are shown on the multi-information display and/or navigation
system screen (if equipped).
Tips for improved fuel economy
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s
Manual .
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
AngleLength
Lock release lever
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
EV-Drive Mode
EV-Drive Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the\
hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Push
Steering lock release
Tu r n
Push
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Door-Power back (if equipped)
PushPush and hold
Instrument panel Back door (close only)Open: Push and hold
Close: Push and hold again
NOTE:
If battery is disconnected, the power back door needs to be
reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor more details.
Bluetooth®technology allows dialing or receipt of calls without taking
hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the telephone
and the system.
Refer to “Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone),” Section \
3-4 in
the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)
(if equipped)
MicrophoneAudio unit
Steering wheel telephone switches
Vo l u m e
Start call
End call Voice command
button
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