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DRIVING
DRIVING
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max load
1,173 lbs
(532 kg)
Passenger weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs
(68 kg x 2 = 136 kg)
Cargo weight
873 lbs
(396 kg)
Example2
Max load
1,173 lbs
(532 kg)
Passenger weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs
(68 kg x 5 = 340 kg)
Cargo weight
423 lbs
(192 kg)
Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause
a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this guide. See the
Owner’s Manual for more information.
WARNING
The headlight aim on your vehicle was set by the factory, and does not need to be
adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or pull a
trailer, have the aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualified technician.
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2
Emissions
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO
2
emissions is dependent on several
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel Drive
™
(SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD
®
)
This vehicle uses electric motors and a gasoline engine. A High Voltage battery
powers the electric motor. The High Voltage battery is recharged by an engine-
driven generator and regenerative braking. The vehicle automatically manages the
engine and motors, switching between them or blending them as appropriate. As
a result, the gasoline engine will automatically stop and start as needed to meet
driving and battery conditions.
In addition to the High Voltage battery, this vehicle includes a standard 12-volt
battery to power the airbags, the interior and exterior lights, and other 12-volt
systems.
Your driving style heavily impacts fuel efficiency and driving range. Spirited
acceleration, high-speed driving, or heavy climate-control use can quickly reduce
the High Voltage battery’s charge. That can trigger the system to switch to the
gasoline-powered engine.
