Selector lever position indicator
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When the electric motor switch is turned to the
“ON” position, the position of the selector lever is
indicated on the instrument cluster.
When the selector lever position indicator blinks
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When the selector lever position indicator blinks
while you are driving, there could be a malfunction
in the transmission system.
CAUTION
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If the selector lever position indicator
blinks while you are driving, it is likely
that a safety device is operating because
of a malfunction in the transmission sys-
tem. We recommend you to have your ve-
hicle inspected as soon as possible.
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The selector lever position indicator warn-
ing function does not operate with the se-
lector lever in the “R” (REVERSE) posi-
tion.
Selector lever positions
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“P” PARK
This position locks the transmission to prevent the
vehicle from moving. The electric motor unit can
be started in this position.
“R” REVERSE
This position is to back up.
CAUTION
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Never shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R”
(REVERSE) position while the vehicle is
in motion to avoid transmission damage.
“N” NEUTRAL
It should only be used when the vehicle is station-
ary for an extended length of time during driving,
such as in a traffic jam.
WARNING
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Never move the selector lever to the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position while driving. A se-
rious accident could occur since you
could accidentally move the lever into the
“P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position
or you will lose regenerative braking.
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On a gradient, the electric motor unit
should be started in the “P” (PARK) posi-
tion, not in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
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Always keep your right foot on the brake
pedal when shifting into or out of “N”
(NEUTRAL), to minimize the risk of loss
of control.
“D” DRIVE
This position is for normal driving.
Regenerative braking is automatically applied
when necessary, depending on road conditions.
CAUTION
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Never shift into the “D” (DRIVE) posi-
tion from the “R” (REVERSE) position
while the vehicle is in motion to avoid
transmission damage.
“B” BRAKE
This position gives stronger regenerative braking
than the “D” (DRIVE) position. It increases the ve-
hicle’s usability on hills and enables more energy-
efficient driving. It is intended for downhill driving.
Starting and driving
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