S t a r t i n g y o u r E V
Basic operations
a. Before you start your EV
• Make sure that the area around
the vehicle is clear.
• Do a check of the fluid levels -
coolant, brake fluid, and
windshield washer fluid as
frequently as possible.
• Make sure that all windows and
lights are clean.
• Examine the tires for their
appearance, inflation pressure
and condition.
• Make sure that all doors are
closed.
• Position the seat and adjust the
headrests.
• Adjust the inside and outside
mirrors.
• Fasten seat belts and ask all
passengers to do likewise.
• Do a check of the operation of
the warning lights when the
power switch is pushed to the
ON position.
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BEFORE DRIVING YOUR EV
b. Procedure to start EV
1. With the smart key sit in the
driver’s seat (if equipped), vehicle
will automatically switch to HV
mode.
2. Fasten the seat belt before you
start the vehicle.
3. Turn o all electrical devices.
4. Make sure to engage the parking
brake for your safety.
5. Make sure the accelerator and
brake pedal have clearance with
your right foot.
6. Press the brake pedal to enter the
READY mode, enabling the
vehicle to operate in gear. The
"READY" state is similar to the
starting state of an internal
combustion engine vehicle.
7. The vehicle will get ON in ‘P’
mode only and it will be
automatically selected.
8. When ‘Ready’ message appears,
you can drive the vehicle. Else,
you cannot drive the vehicle.
Start the vehicle again.
9. Shift to the desired position (D/R).
10.Release the parking brake and
slowly release the brake pedal.
See if the vehicle slowly moves
forward, then press the
accelerator pedal.
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