
Activating the ECON Mode
Note:
When turned on, performance of the vehicle’s engine, transmission, cruise control,
and air conditioning system are adjusted to maximize fuel efficiency.
1.
Press
ECON
.
2. The
ECON
mode indicator
comes on.
3.
Check
the MID.
4.
Press
either INFO (
p
/
q
)
button and
toggle
to the
Ecological Drive Display.
8
9
ECO ASSIST
TM
Provides real-time feedback on your driving style so you can learn how to maximize fuel
efficiency. It consists of the Ecological Drive Display (on the MID), Ambient Meter,
ECON button, and ECON indicator.
Driver Feedback
Real-time Fuel Efficiency Coach
Driving Style
Eco Drive Bar
(on the MID)
Ambient Meter
Background Color
Changes
Fuel Efficiency
Smooth, steady
acceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
High
Low
Smooth, steady
deceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Rapid deceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Goals:
• Keep the Eco Drive bar near the center.
• Keep the Ambient Meter at
GREEN
.
• Develop a driving style that maximizes fuel efficiency.
Deceleration
Efficient
Zones
Inefficient
Braking Zone
Inefficient
Driving Zone
Acceleration
NORMAL/ECON mode shown
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