Operation Manual

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When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
Vehicle Roll Prevention Function (Automatic transaxle)
Vehicles with i-stop are equipped with a vehicle roll prevention function. This function
prevents the vehicle from rolling, such as when releasing the brake pedal while on a slope
under the following conditions:
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During idling stop (prevents the vehicle from rolling back)
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When starting from a stop (prevents the vehicle's sudden movement due to vehicle creep)
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The braking force is maintained automatically when the brake pedal is released and the
engine is restarted.
Release foot from brake pedal Vehicle brake force maintained
Engine restarted Acceleration
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