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HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
This hybrid vehicle combines electric
and gasoline propulsion to provide
performance and efficiency. It requires
no special fuels and never has to be
plugged in.
Note: You may notice higher engine
speeds upon start-up. This temporary
condition is normal and necessary to
heat up the cabin and minimize
emissions.
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Starting: Switch the ignition
on while your transmission
selector lever is in position P.
The green ready indicator light will
appear in the instrument cluster,
letting you know that the vehicle is
ready for driving.
The engine may not start because this
vehicle is equipped with silent key
start. This fuel saving feature allows
your vehicle to be ready to drive
without requiring the gas engine to be
running. This indicator will remain on
while the vehicle is on, whether the
engine is running or not to indicate the
vehicle is capable of movement (using
its electric motor, engine, or both).
Typically, the engine will not start
unless the vehicle is cold, a climate
control change is requested, or the
accelerator is pressed.
Driving: The gas engine
automatically starts and stops to
provide power when it's needed and
to save fuel when it's not. While
coasting at low speeds, coming to a
stop, or standing, the gas engine
normally shuts down and the vehicle
operates in electric-only mode.
Conditions that may cause the engine
to start up or remain running include:
• considerable vehicle acceleration
• vehicle speed above 60 mph (97
km/h)
• ascending a hill
• charge level of high voltage battery
is low
• very high or low outside
temperature (to provide system
cooling or heating)
• engine not warm enough to
provide passenger requested cabin
temperature.
Stopping: The gas engine may shut
off to conserve fuel as you come to a
stop. Restarting the vehicle is not
required. Simply step on the
accelerator when you are ready to
drive.
Transmission Operation: Due to the
technologically advanced,
electronically-controlled continuously
variable transaxle, you will not feel
shift changes like those of a
non-hybrid vehicle.
Note: Since engine speed is controlled
by the transmission, it may seem
elevated at times. This is normal hybrid
operation and helps deliver fuel
efficiency and performance.
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Unique Driving Characteristics
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