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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from con-
ventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics
of your vehicle, and operate with care.
The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor (trac-
tion motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and
reducing exhaust emissions.
Gasoline engine
Electric motor (Traction motor)
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When stopped/during take-off
The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is stopped. During take-
off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow
speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped
and the motor is used.
Summary of Contents for OM30727U
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Page 112: ...92 1 8 Safety information ...
Page 330: ...310 3 5 Using the interior lights Rear ON OFF Customization Settings can be changed P 504 ...
Page 338: ...318 3 7 Other interior features Vanity mirror The light turns on when the cover is opened ...
Page 526: ...506 6 3 Initialization ...
Page 527: ...For US owners 7 507 Reporting safety defects for U S A owners 508 ...
Page 529: ...Index 509 Alphabetical index 510 Whattodoif 518 ...