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When driving
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Selecting a driving mode
The following modes can be selected to suit driving conditions:
Eco drive mode
The torque generated in response to accelerator pedal depres-
sion will lessen compared to nor mal, and air conditioning opera-
tion (heating/coo ling) will be restrained, thus suiting driving with
improved fuel efficiency.
When the “ECO MODE” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator
comes on.
Power mode
Use when high levels of response and feeling are desirable,
such as when driving in mountainous regions or when overtak-
ing.
When the power mode switch is pressed, the power mode indicator
comes on.
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Operation of the air conditio ning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. ( P. 187) To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■ For the shift positions
●When the “POWER” switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed.
● When the “POWER” switch is in ON mode (the hybrid system is not oper-
ating), the shift position can only be changed to N. The shift position will
be changed to N even if the shift lever is shifted to D or R and held in that
position.
● When the “READY” indicator is on, the shift position can be changed
from P to D, N or R.
● When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be
changed from P to other position even if the shift lever is operated. Wait
until the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing to a solid light, and
then operate the shift lever again.
● The shift position can only be changed to B directly from D.
In addition, if an attempt is made to change the shift position by moving the
shift lever or by pressing the P position switch in any of the following situa-
tions, the buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled or the
shift position will automatically change to N. When this happens, select an
appropriate shift position.
● Situations where the shifting operation will be disabled:
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P to other
position by moving the shift lever without depressing the brake pedal.
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P or N to B by moving the shift lever.
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Headlight control sensor (if equipped)
■ Automatic light off system
●When the headlights come on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30
seconds after a door is opened and closed if the “POWER” switch is
turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. (The lights turn off immedi-
ately if on the key is pressed after all the doors are locked.)
● When only the tail lights come on: The tail lights turn off automatically if
the “POWER” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off and
the driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode, or turn the
light switch off once and then back to or .
The sensor may not function properly if
an object is placed on the sensor, or any-
thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to
the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight sys-
tem to malfunction.
Air conditioning operation may also be
interrupted.
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Automatic air conditioning system ....... 278
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 291
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch.............. 293 3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types .......... 294
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 299
• Interior lights .................. 300
• Personal lights ............... 301
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 303
• Glove boxes ................... 305
• Console box ................... 306
• Cup holders ................... 307
• Bottle holders ................. 309
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 310
• Door pockets .................. 311
• Card holder .................... 311
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 312
Vanity mirrors ................... 313
Clock ................................ 314
Power outlets ................... 315
Seat heaters..................... 317
Armrest ............................ 319
Panoramic roof shades .... 320
Assist grips....................... 324
Floor mats ........................ 325
Luggage compartment features .......................... 327
Garage door opener......... 331
Safety Connect ................ 339
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Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the
temperature setting.
“OFF” button
Fan speed display
Micro dust and
pollen filter button
Cooling and
dehumidification
function on/off
button
Outside/recirculated
air mode button
Outside
temperature
display
Windshield
defogger
button
Air outlet display
Temperature setting display
Automatic mode Function select Adjust/select
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Switching functions and changing settings
Slide left and right to
select the function.
The function currently being set
up will be surrounded by a frame.
The arrows displayed at the sides
of the frame indicate the direc-
tions in which the frame can be
moved.
Fan speed
Temperature setting
Air outlet
Turn to adjust/select the setting.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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Press .
*
The air conditioning system beg ins to operate. Air outlets and
fan speed are automatically adjus ted according to the temper-
ature setting.
*: When is pressed, the current temperature setting display
( ) will be automatically selected.
Turn to the clockwise to raise the temperature, or
counterclockwise to lower.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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Adjusting the settings manually
■ Basic setting
Adjusting the fan speed
Slide to the right to select the fan speed display
().
Turn to the clockwise to increase the fan speed, or
counterclockwise to decrease.
The fan speed can be adjusted in 7 stages.
To switch the air conditioning (cooler/dehumidifier functions) ON or
OFF, press . (ON and OFF are switched between each time
the button is pressed.)
To stop the air flow, press .
STEP 1
STEP 2