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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display (MID) screen or the audio system
screen.
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the vehicle.
To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied, the braking force generates
electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition, the engine shuts
off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel economy and reduced
vehicle emissions.
- Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
- When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
- Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
- When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
- Minimize use of the air conditioning.
1. Put the shift lever in “P.”
2. Depress the brake pedal, and “
” will be displayed on the Multi-Information
Display (MID).
3. Press the “POWER” button briefly and firmly.
4. The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains steady
and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System (Camry HV only)
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Garage door opener (HomeLink®*) (if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
® at 1-800-355-3515, or visit
http://www.homelink.com/toyota.
* HomeLink®
is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
Buttons
HomeLink® indicator light
Garage door operation
indicators
Normal -
Suitable for normal driving.
SPORT mode -
Use when a higher level
of response is desired,
such as when driving in
mountainous regions.ECO mode -
Helps achieve lower fuel
consumption during trips
that involve frequent
accelerating and braking.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
EV drive mode (Camry HV only)
Use EV drive mode when driving short distances to reduce noise early in the morn-
ing and late at night in residential areas or to cut emissions when parking in a small
garage or indoor car park.
Driving mode select switches
(if equipped, Camry / Camry AWD only)
