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Dinghy towing
Your vehicle is not designed to be
dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the
ground) behind a motor home.
NOTICE
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To avoid serious damage to your vehi-
cle
Do not tow your vehicle with the four
wheels on the ground.
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1
Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(
The parking brake indicator will come on.
2
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system can-
not be started.
When the shift position is N, the hybrid sys-
tem cannot start. Shift the shift position to P
when starting the hybrid system. (
3
Press the power switch shortly and
firmly.
When operating the power switch, one
short, firm press is enough. It is not neces-
sary to press and hold the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the
hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until
the “READY” indicator is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started from any
power switch mode.
4
Check that the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.
The vehicle cannot be driven if the
“READY” indicator is off.
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Power switch illumination
According to the situation, the power
switch illumination operates as follows.
●
When a door is opened, or the power
switch mode is changed from ACCES-
SORY or ON mode to off, the power
switch illumination slowly blinks.
●
When depressing the brake pedal with
carrying the electronic key on your per-
son, the power switch illumination rapidly
blinks.
●
When the power switch is in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode, the power switch
illumination illuminates.
■
If the hybrid system does not start
●
The immobilizer system may not have
been deactivated. (
Contact your Lexus dealer.
●
If a message related to start-up is shown
on the multi-information display, read the
message and follow the instructions.
■
When the ambient temperature is low,
such as during winter driving conditions
●
When starting the hybrid system, the
flashing time of the “READY” indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until
the “READY” indicator is steady on, as
steady means the vehicle is able to move.
●
When the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is extremely cold (below approxi-
mately -22°F [-30°C]) under the
influence of the outside temperature, it
may not be possible to start the hybrid
system. In this case, try to start the hybrid
system again after the temperature of the
hybrid battery increases due to the out-
side temperature increase etc.
■
Sounds and vibrations specific to a
hybrid electric vehicle
Power (ignition) switch
Performing the following opera-
tions when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the hybrid
system or changes power switch
modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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■
If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started using
the smart access system with push-button
start. Refer to P.481to restart the hybrid sys-
tem.
■
Electronic key battery depletion
■
Conditions affecting operation
■
Notes for the entry function
■
Steering lock function
●
After turning the power switch off and
opening and closing the doors, the steer-
ing wheel will be locked due to the steer-
ing lock function. Operating the power
switch again automatically cancels the
steering lock.
●
When the steering lock cannot be
released, “Push Power Switch While
Turning Steering Wheel in Either Direc-
tion” will be displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.
Press the power switch shortly and firmly
while turning the steering wheel left and
right.
●
To prevent the steering lock motor from
overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on
and off repeatedly in a short period of
time. In this case, refrain from operating
the power switch. After about 10 sec-
onds, the steering lock motor will resume
functioning.
■
If the “READY” indicator does not come
on
In the event that the “READY” indicator
does not come on even after performing
the proper procedures for starting the vehi-
cle, contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
■
If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
■
When “Check Fuel Cap” is displayed on
the multi-information display
■
Electronic key battery
■
Operation of the power switch
●
If the switch is not pressed shortly and
firmly, the power switch mode may not
change or the hybrid system may not
start.
●
If attempting to restart the hybrid system
immediately after turning the power
switch off, the hybrid system may not start
in some cases. After turning the power
switch off, please wait a few seconds
before restarting the hybrid system.
■
Customization
If the smart access system with push-button
start has been deactivated in a customized
setting, refer to P.479.
WARNING
■
When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while sit-
ting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress
the accelerator pedal while starting the
hybrid system under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident result-
ing in death or serious injury.
WARNING
■
Caution while driving
If hybrid system failure occurs while the
vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the
doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and
complete stop. Activation of the steering
lock in this circumstance may lead to an
accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.
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1
Stop the vehicle completely.
2
If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(
3
Press the P position switch.
(
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P and the parking brake indicator is
illuminated.
4
Press the power switch.
The hybrid system will stop, and the meter
display will be extinguished (the shift posi-
tion indicator will be extinguished a few
seconds after the meter display).
5
Release the brake pedal and check
that “ACCESSORY” or “IGNI-
TION ON” is not shown on the
meter.
■
Automatic hybrid system shut off fea-
ture
●
The vehicle is equipped with a feature
that automatically shuts off the hybrid sys-
tem when the shift position is in P with the
hybrid system operating for an extended
period.
●
The hybrid system will automatically shut
off after approximately 1 hour if it has
been left running while the shift position is
in P.
●
The timer for the automatic hybrid system
shut off feature will reset if the brake
pedal is depressed or if the shift position
is in a position other than P.
●
After the vehicle is parked, if the door is
locked with the door lock switch
(
P.106) from the inside or the mechani-
cal key from the outside, the automatic
hybrid system shut off feature will be dis-
abled. The timer for the automatic hybrid
system shut off feature will be re-enabled
if the driver’s door is opened.
■
Locking the door from outside with the
hybrid system operating
1
With the driver’s door open, pull the
driver’s door handle and insert the
mechanical key.
2
Turn the mechanical key counterclock-
wise.
3
Pull out the mechanical key and close
the door.
■
Automatic P position selection function
NOTICE
■
When starting the hybrid system
If the hybrid system becomes difficult to
start, have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
■
Symptoms indicating a malfunction
with the power switch
If the power switch seems to be operat-
ing somewhat differently than usual, such
as the switch sticking slightly, there may
be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus
dealer immediately.
Stopping the hybrid system
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Modes can be changed by pressing
the power switch with the brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each
time the switch is pressed.)
1
Off
The emergency flashers can be used.
2
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the
meter.
3
ON mode
All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the
meter.
WARNING
■
Stopping the hybrid system in an
emergency
●
If you want to stop the hybrid system in
an emergency while driving the vehi-
cle, press and hold the power switch
for more than 2 seconds, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in succession.
(
However, do not touch the power
switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. Turning the hybrid system off
while driving will not cause loss of
steering or braking control, however,
power assist to the steering will be lost.
This will make it more difficult to steer
smoothly, so you should pull over and
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
●
If the power switch is operated while
the vehicle is running, a warning mes-
sage will be shown on the multi-infor-
mation display and a buzzer sounds.
●
When restarting the hybrid system
after an emergency shutdown, press
the power switch.
■
When parking
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Observe the following precau-
tions.
Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases
to enter the vehicle and may lead to an
accident caused by light-headedness, or
may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.
●
If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated
area or a closed area, such as a
garage, stop the hybrid system.
●
Do not leave the vehicle with the
hybrid system operating for a long
time. If such a situation cannot be
avoided, park the vehicle in an open
space and ensure that exhaust fumes
do not enter the vehicle interior.
●
Do not leave the hybrid system operat-
ing in an area with snow build-up, or
where it is snowing. If snowbanks build
up around the vehicle while the hybrid
system is operating, exhaust gases
may collect and enter the vehicle.
Changing power switch modes
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Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode
for more than 20 minutes or ON mode
(with hybrid system not operating) for more
than an hour with the shift position in P, the
power switch will automatically turn off.
However, this function cannot entirely pre-
vent the 12-volt battery discharge. Do not
leave the vehicle with the power switch in
ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-
ods of time when the hybrid system is not
operating.
■
When the shift control system malfunc-
tions
When attempting to turn the power switch
off while there is a malfunction in the shift
control system, the power switch mode may
change to ACCESSORY mode. In this
case, ACCESSORY mode may be turned
off by applying the parking brake and press-
ing the power switch again. If there is a mal-
function in the system, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
Turns EV drive mode on/off
When EV drive mode is turned on, the EV
drive mode indicator will come on. Press-
ing the switch when in EV drive mode will
return the vehicle to normal driving (using
the gasoline engine and electric motor
[traction motor]).
■
Situations in which EV drive mode can-
not be turned on
It may not be possible to turn EV drive
mode on in the following situations. If it can-
not be turned on, a buzzer will sound and a
message will be shown on the multi-infor-
NOTICE
■
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●
Do not leave the power switch in
ACCESSORY or ON mode for long
periods of time without the hybrid sys-
tem on.
●
If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION
ON” is displayed on the meter, the
power switch is not off. Exit the vehicle
after turning the power switch off.
EV drive mode
In EV drive mode, electric power is
supplied by the hybrid battery
(traction battery), and only the
electric motor (traction motor) is
used to drive the vehicle.
This mode allows you to drive in res-
idential areas early in the morning
and late at night, or in indoor park-
ing lots etc. without concern for
noises and gas emissions.
However, when the Acoustic Vehi-
cle Alerting System is active, the
vehicle may produce sound.
Operating instructions
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mation display.
●
The temperature of the hybrid system is
high.
The vehicle has been left in the sun,
driven on a hill, driven at high speeds, etc.
●
The temperature of the hybrid system is
low.
The vehicle has been left in temperatures
lower than about 32°F (0°C) for a long
period of time etc.
●
The gasoline engine is warming up.
●
The hybrid battery (traction battery) is
low.
The remaining battery level indicated in
the “Energy Monitor” display is low.
(
●
Vehicle speed is high.
●
The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly
or the vehicle is on a hill etc.
●
The windshield defogger is in use.
●
When the shift position is in M.
■
Switching to EV drive mode when the
gasoline engine is cold
If the hybrid system is started while the gas-
oline engine is cold, the gasoline engine will
start automatically in order to warm up. In
this case, you will become unable to switch
to EV drive mode.
To prevent gasoline engine warm up in
order to reduce noises, start the hybrid sys-
tem without starting the gasoline engine,
pressing the power switch with fully
depressing the brake pedal and pressing
the EV drive mode switch.
■
Automatic cancelation of EV drive
mode
When driving in EV drive mode, the gaso-
line engine may automatically restart in the
following situations. When EV drive mode
is canceled, a buzzer will sound and the EV
drive mode indicator will flash and go off.
●
The hybrid battery (traction battery)
becomes low.
The remaining battery level indicated in
the “Energy Monitor” display is low.
(
●
Vehicle speed is high.
●
The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly
or the vehicle is on a hill etc.
When it is possible to inform the driver of
automatic cancelation in advance, a prior
notice screen will appear on the multi-infor-
mation display.
■
Possible driving distance when driving in
EV drive mode
EV drive mode’s possible driving distance
ranges from a few hundred meters to
approximately 0.6 mile (1 km). However,
depending on vehicle conditions, there are
situations when EV drive mode cannot be
used.
(The distance that is possible depends on
the hybrid battery [traction battery] level
and driving conditions.)
■
Fuel economy
The hybrid system is designed to achieve
the best possible fuel economy during nor-
mal driving (using the gasoline engine and
electric motor [traction motor]). Driving in
EV drive mode more than necessary may
lower fuel economy.
■
If “EV Mode Unavailable” is shown on
the multi-information display
The EV drive mode is not available. The rea-
son the EV drive mode is not available (the
vehicle is idling, battery charge is low, vehi-
cle speed is higher than the EV drive mode
operating speed range or accelerator pedal
is depressed too much) may be displayed.
Use the EV drive mode when it becomes
available.
■
If “EV Mode Deactivated” is shown on
the multi-information display
The EV drive mode has been automatically
canceled. The reason the EV drive mode is
not available (the battery charge is low,
vehicle speed is higher than the EV drive
mode operating speed range or accelera-
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tor pedal is depressed too much) may be
displayed. Drive the vehicle for a while
before attempting to turn on the EV drive
mode again.
*1
: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce
noise, set the shift position in D for nor-
mal driving. You can choose gear range
suitable for your driving situation by
operating the paddle shift switches.
*2
: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-
ing in M mode.
■
To protect the hybrid transmission
If the transmission fluid temperature is high,
“Transmission Fluid Temp High See
Owner’s Manual” will be displayed on the
multi-information display and the vehicle
will go into transmission protection mode
automatically. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
■
When driving with the dynamic radar
cruise control with full-speed range
activated
Even when performing the following
actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not be acti-
vated because the dynamic radar cruise
WARNING
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Caution while driving
When driving in EV drive mode, pay spe-
cial attention to the area around the vehi-
cle. Because there is no engine noise,
pedestrians, people riding bicycles or
other people and vehicles in the area
may not be aware of the vehicle starting
off or approaching them, so take extra
care while driving. Therefore, take extra
care while driving even if the Acoustic
Vehicle Alerting System is active.
Hybrid transmission
Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.
Shift position purpose and func-
tions
Shift posi-
tion
Objective or function
P
Parking the vehicle/starting
the hybrid system
R
Reversing
N
Neutral (Condition in which
the power is not transmitted)
D
Normal driving
*1
M
M mode driving
*2
(
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control with full-speed range will not be
canceled.
●
While driving in the D position, down-
shifting to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 or 4.
●
When switching the driving mode to
sport mode while driving in the D position
(
■
Sudden start restraint control
(Drive-Start Control [DSC])
■
AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suit-
able gear according to driver performance
and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when
the shift position is in D. (Shifting the shift
position to the M position cancels the func-
tion.)
■
If a message about a shift operation is
shown
To prevent the shift position from being
selected incorrectly or the vehicle from
moving unexpectedly, the shift position may
be changed automatically or operating the
shift lever may be required. In this case,
change the shift position following the mes-
sages on the multi-information display.
■
After recharging/reconnecting the
12-volt battery
WARNING
■
When driving on slippery road sur-
faces
Do not accelerate or shift the shift posi-
tion suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may
cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting
in an accident.
NOTICE
■
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
charge
If the shift position is in N, the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) will not be
charged. To help prevent the battery
from discharging, avoid leaving the N
position selected for an extended period
of time.
■
Situations where shift control system
malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs,
shift control system malfunctions are
possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place on level ground, apply the parking
brake, and then contact your Lexus
dealer.
●
When the warning message indicating
the shift control system appears on the
multi-information display. (
●
The display indicates that no shift posi-
tion is selected for more than a few
seconds.
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Shift lever
Operate the shift lever gently and securely
in the direction of the arrow on the shift
position indicator.
To shift to N, slide the shift lever in the
direction of the arrow and hold it.
Release the shift lever after each shifting
operation to allow it to return to its regular
position (
).
Shifting to M is only possible when the shift
position is in D.
When shifting from P to N, D or R, from N,
D, M or R to P, from D or M to R, or from R
to D, ensure that the brake pedal is being
depressed and the vehicle is stationary.
Shift position indicator
Meter display:
The current shift position is highlighted.
When any shift position other than D or M
is selected, the arrow toward M and the M
position indicator are displayed in gray.
Shift lever display:
The current shift position is illuminated.
When selecting the shift position, make
sure that the shift position has been
changed to the desired position by check-
ing the shift position indicator provided on
the instrument cluster.
P position switch
Fully stop the vehicle and set the parking
brake, and then press the P position switch.
When the shift position is changed to P, the
switch illuminates.
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P.
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Changing the shift position in power
switch mode
●
The shift position cannot be changed
when the power switch is in ACCES-
SORY mode or off.
●
When the power switch is in ON mode, if
the “READY” indicator is not illuminated,
the shift position can only be changed to
N.
●
When the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated, 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 any other position, even if the shift
lever is operated. Operate the shift lever
again after the “READY” indicator
changes from flashing to illuminated.
■
Shifting the shift position from P to other
positions
●
While depressing the brake pedal firmly,
operate the shift lever. If the shift lever is
operated without depressing the brake
pedal, the buzzer will sound and the shift-
ing operation will be disabled.
●
When selecting the shift position, make
sure that the shift position has been
changed to the desired position by
checking the shift position indicator pro-
vided on the instrument cluster.
Shift position display and how to
change the shift position
A
B
C
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The shift position cannot be changed
from P to M directly.
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The shift position cannot be changed
when
In the following situations, a buzzer will
sound to inform you that the shift position
cannot be changed. Use the appropriate
operation to attempt to change the shift
position again.
●
When attempting to change the shift
position from P with the brake pedal not
depressed
●
When attempting to change the shift
position from P with the accelerator
pedal depressed
●
When attempting to change the shift
position from N while stopped or driving
at an extremely low speed with the brake
pedal not depressed
●
When attempting to change the shift
position from N while stopped or driving
at an extremely low speed with the accel-
erator pedal depressed
●
When attempting to change the shift
position from P or N to M
●
When the P position switch is pressed
while driving
When driving at an extremely low speed,
the shift position may change to P.
■
The shift position automatically changes
to N when
In the following situations, a buzzer will
sound to inform you that the shift position
has been changed to N. Use the appropri-
ate operation to attempt to change the shift
position again.
●
When attempting to change the shift
position to R while the vehicle is moving
forward
When driving at a low speed, the shift posi-
tion may change to R.
●
When attempting to change the shift
position to D while the vehicle is moving
backward
When driving at a low speed, the shift posi-
tion may change to D.
●
When attempting to change the shift
position from R to M
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If the N shift position is selected while
driving
If the shift lever is moved to N while driving
above a certain speed, the shift position will
change to N without holding the shift lever
in the N position. In this situation, a buzzer
will sound and a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display to inform
you that the shift position has been changed
to N.
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Automatic P position selection function
In the following situations, the shift position
is automatically changed to P.
●
When pressing the power switch with the
vehicle stopped while the power switch is
in ON mode and the shift position is in a
position other than P (after the shift posi-
tion has changed to P, the power switch
will turn off)
*
●
If the driver’s door is opened and all of the
following conditions are met, while the
shift position is in a position other than P
• The power switch is in ON mode.
• The driver is not wearing the seat belt.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
To start off the vehicle after the shift posi-
tion is changed to P, operate the shift lever
again.
●
When the vehicle is stopped after the
hybrid system has been stopped in an
emergency while driving.
●
When voltage of the 12-volt battery
drops while the shift position is in a posi-
tion other than P.
*
: When the power switch is pressed while
driving at extremely slow speeds, such
as immediately before stopping the vehi-
cle, the shift position may automatically
change to P. Make sure that the vehicle
is completely stopped before pressing
the power switch.
■
If the shift position cannot be shifted
from P
There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery
is discharged. Check the 12-volt battery in
this situation. (
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Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(
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Driving mode
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Snow mode
Snow mode can be selected to suit the
conditions when driving on slippery
road surfaces, such as on snow.
Turn the snow mode switch backward.
The snow mode indicator illuminates.
Turn the snow mode switch backward
again to return to normal mode.
■
Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if
the power switch is turned off after driving
in snow mode.
To drive using temporary shift range
selection, operate the “-” or “+” paddle
WARNING
■
For the shift lever
●
Do not remove the shift lever knob or
use anything but a genuine Lexus shift
lever knob. Also, do not hang anything
on the shift lever.
Doing so could prevent the shift lever
from returning to position, causing
unexpected accidents to occur when
the vehicle is in motion.
●
In order to prevent the shift position
from accidentally being changed, do
not touch the shift lever when not using
them.
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P position switch
●
Do not press the P position switch
while the vehicle is moving.
If the P position switch is pressed when
driving at very low speeds (for example,
directly before stopping the vehicle), the
vehicle may stop suddenly when the shift
position switches to P, which could lead
to an accident.
●
In order to prevent the shift position
from accidentally being changed, do
not touch the P position switch when
not using them.
NOTICE
■
Notes regarding shift lever and P
position switch operation
Avoid repeatedly operating the shift
lever and P position switch in quick suc-
cession.
The system protection function may acti-
vate and it will not be temporarily possi-
ble to shift the shift position other than P.
If this happens, please wait for a while
before attempting to change the shift
position again.
NOTICE
■
When exiting the vehicle (driver’s
seat only)
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P and that the parking brake indi-
cator is illuminated before opening the
door and exiting the vehicle.
Selecting the driving mode
Selecting shift ranges in the D
position
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shift switch.
When the “-” paddle shift switch is
operated, the shift range switches to a
range that enables engine braking
force that is suitable to driving condi-
tions. When the “+” paddle shift switch
is operated, the shift range switches to
a range that is one range higher than
the current range.
Changing the shift range allows
restriction of the highest gear, prevent-
ing unnecessary upshifting and
enabling the level of engine braking
force to be selected.
1
Upshifting
2
Downshifting
The selected shift range, from D1 to D10,
will be displayed on the meter.
To return to normal D position driving, the
“+” paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.
A lower shift range will provide greater
engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
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Automatic deactivation of shift range
selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will
be deactivated in the following situations:
●
When the vehicle comes to a stop
●
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for
more than a certain period of time
●
When the shift position is shifted to a
position other than D.
●
When the “+” paddle shift switch is
pressed and held
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Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.)
To enter M mode, shift the shift position
to M. Gears can be selected by oper-
ating the paddle shift switches, allowing
you to drive in the gear of your choos-
ing.
1
Upshifting
2
Downshifting
The gear changes once every time the
Meter dis-
play
Function
D2 - D10
A gear in the range between
D1 and the selected shift
range is automatically cho-
sen depending on vehicle
speed and driving condi-
tions
D1
Setting the shift range at D1
Selecting gears in the M position
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paddle shift switch is operated.
The selected gear, from M1 to M10, will be
fixed and displayed on the meter.
When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the paddle shift
switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situations:
When vehicle speed drops (down-
shift only).
When vehicle speed increases
(upshift only).
When the accelerator pedal is firmly
depressed.
When it is necessary to protect the
transmission when the transmission
fluid temperature is high or low, or
other reasons.
Also, the gear will not shift when the
vehicle speed is low, even if an upshift
operation is performed.
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Downshifting restrictions warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.)
Performing the following opera-
tions allows the power switch to be
set to ACCESSORY mode with the
shift position held in N.
1
Operate the shift lever and change
the shift position to N when the
hybrid system is operating.
2
Return the shift lever to its regular
position (
).
3
Operate the shift lever to N and
hold it there until the buzzer
sounds.
4
Press the power switch within 5
seconds after the buzzer sounds.
The power switch will be set to ACCES-
SORY mode with the shift position in N.
*
Make sure to check that the buzzer
sounds and “Holding N Push P Switch
When Done” is displayed on the
multi-information display.
To change to a shift position other
than N, press the P position switch.
The shift position will be changed to
P.
Even if the hybrid system is not
operating, by operating the shift
lever and the power switch, the
power switch may be changed to
ACCESSORY mode with the shift
position held in N. Make sure that
the hybrid system is operating
before performing the operation.
*
: To keep this state, do not operate the
power switch. If the power switch is
operated repeatedly, the power switch
will turn off after the shift position has
automatically changed to P.
When the power switch is
changed to ACCESSORY mode
with the shift position held in N
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Right turn
2
Lane change to the right (move the
lever partway and release it)
The right hand signals will flash 3 times.
3
Lane change to the left (move the
lever partway and release it)
The left hand signals will flash 3 times.
4
Left turn
■
Turn signals can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■
If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear
turn signal lights has not burned out.
■
If the turn signals stop flashing before a
lane change has been performed
Operate the lever again.
■
Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(
Turn signal lever
Operating instructions
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Using the manual mode
The parking brake can be set and
released manually.
U.S.A.
Canada
1
Push the switch to set the parking
brake
The parking brake indicator light will turn
on.
Press and hold the parking brake switch if
an emergency occurs and it is necessary to
operate the parking brake while driving.
2
Pull the switch to release the park-
ing brake
• Operate the parking brake switch while
depressing the brake pedal.
• Using the parking brake automatic
release function, the parking brake can
be released by depressing the accelera-
tor pedal. When using this function,
slowly depress the accelerator pedal.
Make sure that the parking brake indicator
light turn off.
■
Turns automatic mode on
While the vehicle is stopped, press and
hold the parking brake switch until a
message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display.
When the automatic mode is turned
on, the parking brake operates as fol-
lows.
When the shift position is shifted
from P, the parking brake will be
released, and the parking brake
indicator light will turn off.
When the shift position is shifted to
P, the parking brake will be set, and
the parking brake indicator light will
turn on.
Operate the shift lever and P position
switch with the vehicle stopped and the
brake pedal depressed.
Parking brake
The parking brake can be set or
released automatically or manually.
In automatic mode, the parking
brake can be set or released auto-
matically according to the shift
lever operation. Also, even in auto-
matic mode, the parking brake can
be set or released manually.
Operating instructions
A
B
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