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1Normal mode/Custom mode
Normal mode and custom mode are
selected by pressing the driving mode
select switch. Each time the switch is
pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and custom
mode. When custom mode is selected,
the “Custom” indicator comes on.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in nor-
mal mode.
•Normal mode Provides an optimal balance of fuel
economy, quietness, and dynamic
performance. Suitable for city driv-
ing.
When the shift position is in D, an
appropriate gear for sporty driving
may automatically be selected
according to driver performance and
driving conditions.
• Custom mode Allows you to drive with the power train, chassis and air conditioning system functions
set to your preferred settings.
Custom mode settings can only be change d on the drive mode customization display
of the Center Display. ( P.60)
2Comfort mode
By controlling the suspension, riding comfort is further enhanced. Suit able for city driv-
ing.
When not in comfort mode and the driving mo de select switch is turned forward, the
“Comfort” indicator comes on.
3Eco drive mode
Helps the driver acce lerate in an eco-friendly ma nner and improve fuel economy
through moderate throttle ch aracteristics and by controlling the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cooling).
When in comfort mode, if the driving mode se lect switch is turned forward, the “Eco”
indicator comes on.
Driving Mode Select Switch
The driving modes can be select ed to suit driving condition.
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4Sport mode
•SPORT S modeControls the transmission and engine to provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode is suitable for when agile driving resp onse is desired, such as when driving on
roads with many curves.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving mode select switch is turned backward,
the “Sport S” indicator comes on.
•SPORT S+ mode Provides earlier downshift timing than SP ORT S mode in order to maintain a high
engine speed and provides faster gear chan ges. This mode also changes the steering
feel, suspension control and VDIM
* control, making it suitable for powerful sporty
driving.
When in SPORT S mode, if the driving mode select switch is turned backward, the
“Sport S+” indicator comes on.
*: For details, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
