Toyota 2010 Camry Hybrid, Quick Reference Manual

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1-1. Hybrid system
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Before driving
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Regenerative braking
The electric motor converts kinetic energy to electric energy when:
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The accelerator pedal is released.
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The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or R.
■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
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During gasoline engine warm-up
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
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During low or high hybrid battery (traction battery) temperature
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Charging the battery
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As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the
battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if
the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly dis-
charge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every
several months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid
battery becomes fully discharged, you are unable to jump-start the vehi-
cle with the 12-volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer.
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If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift
lever in D to avoid discharging the battery.
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During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor
(traction motor) charges the hybrid battery as necessary.
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When accelerating sharply
The power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added via
the electric motor (traction motor) to that of the gasoline engine.
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When braking (regenerative braking)
The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery).