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SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent Multi Mode Drive)
Your SPORT HYBRID i-MMD vehicle uses both an electric motor and a gasoline engine as propulsion sources, with the electric motor
receiving electricity from an internal High Voltage battery or internal generator. The High Voltage battery can be charged from the
generator driven by the engine or regenerative braking.
When driving, your vehicle is propelled exclusively by the electric motor, exclusively by the gasoline engine, or by a combinat ion of two. The
system selects which pr opulsion source is most appropriate and automatically sw itches to it. Under certain circumstances, pressing the EV
button can manually enable EV (driven only on electricity) mode.● Energy efficiency
As with a gasoline-powered vehicle, hybrid vehicle fuel efficiency and driving range is most impacted by your driving style. Ag gressive
acceleration and high-speed driving can easily trigger the system to switch the propulsion source to the gasoline-powered engin e.
In addition, heavy climate control system use negatively affects vehicle range and efficiency. Either of these use patterns wil l more quickly
reduce the High Voltage battery's state of charge.● Battery types
There are two types of batteries used in this vehicle; a standard 12-volt batt ery that powers the airbags, the interior and ext erior lights, and
other standard 12-volt systems; and a high voltage battery that is used to power the propulsion motor and recharge the 12-volt battery.
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SPORT HYBRID i-MMD SYSTEM MAIN COMPONENTS
Gasoline Engine– Provides propulsion to drive the wheels
under certain driving conditions, and turns the generator.
Generator – Starts the engine and generates electric power
when driven by the gasoline engine to supply electricity to
power the electric motor and/or to charge the High Voltage
battery.
Electric Motor – Provides propulsion to drive the wheels in
conjunction with the gasoline engine in certain conditions, and
provides electricity to the High Voltage battery through
regenerative braking.
High Voltage Battery – Provides electrical storage and serves
as a power source for the electric motor.
Learning about the High Voltage battery’s characteristics will
help you get the best handling and maximize the range of your electric vehicle. (P451)
High Voltage Battery Charge Level Indicator – Displays
battery state of charge.
When the indicator: • Displays two or less segments, EV mode is no longer available.
• Displays eight segments, battery charge level is full.
High Voltage
Battery
Generator & Electric Motor
Gasoline Engine
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Operating modeElectric Vehicle (EV)Hybrid (HV)Engine (Direct Drive)Regeneration
Vehicle Speed
Stopped or driven at low speeds: ● Only the electric motor
provides propulsion to the wheels.Driven in high-load conditions
(e.g., when accelerating, going uphill): ●
The Electric Motor provides
propulsion to the wheels.
● The gasoline engine drives the
generator, supplying
electricity to the electric motor for added propulsion
or to the High Voltage battery
for charging.Driven in high-speed, low-load
conditions: ● The gasoline engine provides
propulsion to the wheels.
● The High Voltage battery
supplies electricity to the
electric motor for added
propulsion.
● The electric motor provides
electricity to the High Voltage
battery through regenerative braking.Decelerating, without
accelerator being depressed. ●The electric motor provides
electricity to the High Voltage
battery through regenerative
braking.
Power Flow
Monitor
Electric MotorStopped/RunningRunningGenerating/RunningRegenerating
GeneratorStoppedGeneratingNo OutputStopped/No Output
Gasoline EngineStoppedRunningRunningStopped/No Output
BatteryDischargeCharging/DischargeCharging/DischargeCharging
Vehicle Speed
Time
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●Regenerative Energy and Regenerative Braking
When decelerating without the accelerator being depressed or the brake pedal being applied, or
while driving downhill, the electric motor acts as a generator that recovers a portion of the
electrical energy that was used to accelerate th e vehicle. This regenerative braking slows the
vehicle in a manner similar to engine braking in a gasoline-powered vehicle. This function is
enhanced when the shift lever is moved to .
● Auto Engine Stop/Start
Your vehicle's gasoline engine automatically stops running during vehicle operation or restarts while the vehicle is stationary when it is
appropriate.
In the following cases, however, auto engine stop may not activate.
• The vehicle momentarily needs additional power for aggressive acceleration, or driving uphill or at high speed.
• The climate control system is in heavy use.
• The High Voltage battery temperature is high or low.
● Sounds Unique to the SPORT HYBRID i-MMD System
When you first start driving this vehicle, you likely will hear some unfamiliar sounds, particularly when you first turn on the power system,
while driving, and just after parking. Some of these sounds are unique to this vehicle

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Safe Driving (P 31)
Airbags (P 43)
● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P 56)
● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
● Infants must be proper ly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 68)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist (P 35)
● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted. Seat Belts
(P 36)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
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Maintenance (P 463)
Under the Hood (P 471)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, inverter coolant, and
windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 484)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 491)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 493)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior. ■Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open,
open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below. 1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not turn the power system on with the garage
door closed. Even when the garage door is open,
drive out of the garage immediately after turning the power system on.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
POWER
SYSTEM
Indicator
● Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
● Comes on if there is a problem
with the electric vehicle system.
● Comes on when the High Voltage
battery temperature becomes high
while the battery is being charged.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
READY Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
● Comes on when the vehicle is ready to drive.
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EV Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
● Comes on when the vehicle is
moved by the motor, and the
engine is not operating.
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EV Mode
Indicator
● Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
● Comes on when the vehicle is in EV mode.
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