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Hybrid Synergy Drive Operation
Once the READY indicator is illuminated in the instrument cluster, the
vehicle may be driven. However, the gasoline engine does not idle like a
typical automobile and will start and stop automatically. It is important
to recognize and understand the READY indicator provided in the
instrument cluster. When lit, it informs the driver that the vehicle is on
and operational even though the gasoline engine may be off and the
engine compartment is silent.
Vehicle Operation
• With the AVALON Hybrid, the gasoline engine may stop and start at any
time while the READY indicator is on.
• Never assume that the vehicle is shut off just because the engine is off.
Always look for the READY indicator status. The vehicle is shut off when
the READY indicator is off.
• The vehicle may be powered by:
1. The electric motor only.
2. A combination of both the electric motor and the gasoline engine.
• The vehicle computer determines the mode in which the vehicle operates in
order to help enhance fuel economy and reduce emissions. Three features
on the 2013
AVALON Hybrid are EV (Electric Vehicle) mode, ECO
(Economy) mode and Sport mode:
1. EV Mode: When activated, and certain conditions have been met,
the vehicle operates with the electric motor powered by the HV
battery.
2. ECO Mode: When activated, ECO mode helps enhance fuel
economy on trips that involve frequent braking and acceleration.
3. Sport Mode: When activated, Sport mode optimizes acceleration
feel by increasing the power output more quickly at the beginning
of accelerator pedal operation.
Instrument Cluster READY Indicator
EV Mode Switch, ECO Switch and Sport Switch
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