Toyota 2014 Prius - Driving Procedures; Driving the Vehicle

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing:
■ Starting the hybrid system
→P. 1 9 4
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift position to D.
(→P. 204)
Check that the shift position indicator shows D. (→P. 216)
Release the parking brake. (→P. 214)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle will be stopped for an extended period of time,
shift the shift position to P. (→P. 207)
■ Parking the vehicle
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. (→P. 214)
Shift the shift position to P. (→P. 207)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P. (→P. 204)
Press the “POWER” switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release the brake pedal.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key
on your person.
When parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
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