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4-6. Driving tips
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 (h eating/cooling) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. ( P. 247)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( P. 98)
◆Shift position operation
Shift the shift position to D when sto pped at a traffic light, or driving
in heavy traffic etc. Shift the sh ift 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 condi tioning system, etc., the hybrid
battery (traction batter y) power is consumed.
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
●Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accelerati on 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 driv ing, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points:
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5-1. Basic Operations
Audio system types
Entune Audio
P. 2 7 3
Entune Premium Audio with Navigation
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■ Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is
operating.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary when the hybrid
system is off.
■ To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids on the audio system.
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5
Audio system
■About iPod
●“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory
has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively,
and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance stan-
dards.
● Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this acces-
sory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
● iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Lightning is a trade-
mark of Apple Inc.
■ iPod cover art
●Depending on the iPod and songs in the iPod, iPod cover art may be dis-
played.
● This function can be changed to on/off. ( P. 283)
● It may take time to display iPod cover art, and the iPod may not be operated
while the cover art display is in process.
● Only iPod cover art that is saved in JPEG format can be displayed.
■ iPod functions
●When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode,
the iPod will resume play from the same point in which it was last used.
● Depending on the iPod that is connected to the system, certain functions
may not be available. If a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as
opposed to a system specification), disconnecting the device and recon-
necting it may resolve the problem.
● While connected to the system, the iPod cannot be operated with its own
controls. It is necessary to use the controls of the vehicle’s audio system
instead.
● When the battery level of an iPod is very low, the iPod may not operate. If
so, charge the iPod before use.
● Compatible models ( P. 303)
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5-8. Bluetooth® Audio
5
Audio system
Listening to Bluetooth® Audio
You can check such indicators as signal strength and battery charge
on the screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
The battery charge indicator may
not be displayed depending on the
connected device.
The screen may look different from t he illustrations shown in this manual.
The Bluetooth® audio system enables the user to enjoy music
played on a portable player from the vehicle speakers via wire-
less communication.
When a Bluetooth
® device cannot be connected, check the connec-
tion status on the “Bluetooth
* Audio” screen. If the device is not con-
nected, either register or reconnect the device. ( P. 317)
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Status display
1
2
IndicatorsConditions
Connection statusGood Not connected
Battery chargeFull Empty
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5-9. Bluetooth® phone
5
Audio system
Using a Bluetooth® Phone
To display the screen shown below, press the switch on the steer-
ing wheel or the button.
Several functions are available to operate on each screen that is dis-
played by selecting the 4 tabs.
Device name
Bluetooth
® connection status
The hands-free system is a function that allows you to use your
cellular phone without touching it.
This system supports Bluetooth
®. Bluetooth® is a wireless data
system that allows the cellular phone to wirelessly connect to
the hands-free system and make/receive calls.
Before making a phone call, check the connection status, battery
charge, call area and signal strength. ( P. 325)
If a Bluetooth
® device cannot be connected, check the connection
status on the phone screen. If th e device is not connected, either
register or reconnect it. ( P. 317)
Phone screen
1
2
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3255-9. Bluetooth® phone
5
Audio system
You can check indicators such as signal strength and battery charge
on the phone screen.
Connection status
Signal strength
“Rm” is displayed when receiving
in a roaming area. While roaming,
display “Rm” top-left on the icon.
Battery charge
Status display
1
2
3
IndicatorsConditions
Connection status
Good Poor Not connected
Battery charge
Full Empty
Signal strength
Excellent Poor
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5
Audio system
In other situations
The Bluetooth® connection status is displayed at the top of the screen each
time the power switch is turned to the ACCESSORY or ON mode.
Connection confirmation display on this system is set to on.
To turn off the display, set conn ection confirmation display on this
system to off. ( P. 320)
Even though all conceivable measures have been taken, the symptom sta-
tus does not change.
The cellular phone is not close enough to this system.
Bring the cellular phone closer to this system.
The cellular phone is the most likely cause of the symptom.
Turn the cellular phone off, remo ve and reinstall the battery pack,
and then restart the cellular phone.
Enable the cellular phone’s Bluetooth
® connection.
Stop the cellular phone’s security software and close all applica-
tions.
Before using an application installed on the cellular phone, care-
fully check its source and how its operation might affect this sys-
tem.
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5-10. Bluetooth®
Bluetooth®
■When using the Bluetooth® audio system
● In the following conditions, the system may not function.
• If the portable audio player is turned off
• If the portable audio player is not connected
• If the portable audio player’s battery is low
● There may be a delay if a cellular phone connection is made during
Bluetooth
® audio play.
● Depending on the type of portable audio player that is connected to the sys-
tem, operation may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.
■ When using the hands-free system
●The audio system is muted when making a call.
● If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
● If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
If the Bluetooth
® phone is too close to the system, quality of the sound may
deteriorate and connection status may deteriorate.
● In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If there is interference from the network of the cellular phone
■ Conditions under which th e system will not operate
● If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth
®
●If the cellular phone is turned off
● If you are outside of cellular phone service coverage
● If the cellular phone is not connected
● If the cellular phone’s battery is low
● When outgoing calls are controlled, due to heavy traffic on telephone lines,
etc.
● When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
● When transferring contact data from the cellular phone