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Driving
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Hybrid vehicle driving tips
◆Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cooling) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. (→P. 255)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( →P. 118)
◆Shift position operation
Shift the shift position to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving
in heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift position to P when parking. When
using the N, there is no positive effect on fuel consumption. In the
N, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be gener-
ated. Also, when using the air conditioning system, etc., the hybrid
battery (traction battery) power is consumed.
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
● Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual acceleration and deceleration will make
more effective use of the electric motor (traction motor) without
having to use gasoline engine power.
● Avoid repeated acceleration. Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be restored by driving with the
accelerator pedal slightly released.
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points:

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◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.

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Automatic air conditioning system ............................. 280
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 288
Seat heaters ...................... 289
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list................. 290• Front interior light .......... 291
• Front personal lights ...... 291
• Rear interior light ........... 292 5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 293• Glove boxes .................. 294
• Console box .................. 294
• Cup holders/
bottle holders/
door pockets .................. 295
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 297
• Card holders .................. 298
Luggage compartment features............................ 299
5-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ........ 302 • Sun visors...................... 302
• Vanity mirrors ................ 302
• Clock ............................. 303
• Power outlet .................. 304
• Coat hooks .................... 305
• Assist grips .................... 305
• Panoramic roof shades ........................... 306
• Rear sunshades ............ 308

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Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according
to the temperature setting.
The illustrations below are for left-hand drive vehicles.
The button positions and shapes will differ for right-hand drive
vehicles.
Control panel

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Interior features
■Switching functions and changing settingsMove 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
directions in which the frame
can be moved.
Fan speed
Temperature setting
Airflow mode
Turn to adjust/select the setting.
■Changing the airflow mode Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body
and feet.
Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger oper-
ates.
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Press .
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The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.
To switch the air conditioning (cooler/dehumidifier functions) ON or OFF,
press . (ON and OFF are switched between each time the button is
pressed.)
*: When is pressed, the current temperature setting display ( )
will be automatically selected.
Turn to the clockwise to raise the temperature, or counter-
clockwise to lower.
■Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or airflow modes are operated, the auto-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-
tions other than that operated is maintained.
Using the automatic air conditioning system
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■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between recirculated air mode and outside air mode
each time the button is pressed.
The indicator on turns on when the recirculated air mode is
selected.
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Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Press .
Set to outside air mode if the recirculated air mode is used. (It
may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and
temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshield
is defogged.
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Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
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Pollen removal mode
Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of
the body.
Press .
In order to prevent the windshield from fogging up when the outside air
is cold, the dehumidification function may operate.
The pollens are filtered out even if the pollen removal mode is turned
off.
Other functions

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Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the
selected air flow mode.
■Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-
lets
Air outlets
XCenterXSide
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Move the knob in the direction
of the printed arrow until a click
is heard to close the vent. Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Move the knob in the direction
of the printed arrow until a
click is heard to close the vent.
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