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N (Neutral)
The wheels and gear shift lever are
not engaged.
Use N (Neutral) to disconnect the
drive wheels from the traction motor.
Shift into P (Park) if you need to
leave your vehicle for any reason.
Always depress the brake pedal
when you are shifting from N
(Neutral) to another gear.
D (Drive)
This is the normal driving position.
The gear shift lever will convert the
traction motor rotational speed to
provide optimal torque output to the
drive wheels.
E (Economic)
Use this mode to drive the vehicle on
high fuel efficiency mode.
✽
✽
NOTICE
In the E (Econimic) mode, the vehi-
cle power may be limited for reduc-
ing the fuel consumption.
L (Low)
With the gear shift lever in L (Low),
the maximum amount of regenera-
tive braking is applied.
Use this
mode when driving down a steep
grade, such as a mountain road. The
regenerative braking that is applied
will have a similar effect as engine
braking in a conventional vehicle.
Do not shift into gear unless
your foot is firmly on the brake
pedal.
WARNING