NOTE
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When the operation mode is in the “ON”
position with the Plug-in Hybrid EV Sys-
tem not operated, the selector lever is
shifted to the “D” (DRIVE) or “R” (RE-
VERSE) position.
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If you shift and hold the selector lever for
approximately 10 seconds or longer, the buz-
zer sounds.
The buzzer stops sounding when you release
the selector lever.
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If the driver’s door is opened while the vehi-
cle is stopped or is running at very low
speed with the select position in other than
the “P” (PARK) position and the READY
indicator in the meter is illuminating, the
buzzer sounds. The buzzer stops sounding if
you close the door or shift the selector lever
to “P” (PARK).
Select position indicator
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This indicator displays the selector lever po-
sition in the meter.
NOTE
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When the “B” position is selected, the selec-
ted regenerative brake force position is also
displayed at “B” position.
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You cannot operate the regenerative brake
while the adaptive cruise control system
(ACC) is operating.
Selector lever positions
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“P” PARK
The wheels are locked. When you park your
vehicle, be sure to apply the parking brake
and press the electrical parking switch.
“R” REVERSE
This position is to back up.
“N” NEUTRAL
No power is transmitted to the wheels. The
wheels are not locked.
WARNING
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Never move the selector lever to the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position while driving, you
will lose regenerative braking.
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Always keep your right foot on the brake
pedal when shifting into or out of “N”, to
minimize the risk of loss of control.
“D” DRIVE
This position is for normal driving.
“B” REGENERATIVE BRAKE
This position is for the regenerative braking.
You can adjust the regenerative braking force
up to two levels.
Refer to “Selector lever operation” on page
7-15.
Refer to “Braking: When driving downhill”
on page 7-34.
Select position indicator
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