Operation Manual

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Features and controls
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“N” NEUTRAL
Use this position only when the vehicle is stationary for an
extended length of time while driving, such as in a traffic jam.
“D” DRIVE
Use this position for normal driving.
“ECO” ECO MODE
Use this position when you desire to limit power consumption
and/or when moderate regenerative braking is required.
“B” REGENERATIVE BRAKE MODE
Use this position when strong regenerative braking is required,
such as on a steep downhill.
N
OTE
● When the main drive lithium-ion battery level is full or
nearly full, or the main drive lithium-ion battery tempera-
ture is low, the regenerative braking force may be reduced
and stronger effort may be required to operate the brakes.
WARNING
!
● Never move the selector lever to the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position while the vehicle is in motion. You
will lose regenerative braking. In addition, a serious
accident could occur if the selector lever were inad-
vertently moved into the “P” (PARK) position or
“R” (REVERSE) position.
CAUTION
!
● To avoid transmission damage, never shift into the
“D” (DRIVE) position from the “R” (REVERSE)
position while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
!
● While driving on a slippery road, do not use the “B”
position. Abruptly releasing the accelerator pedal
can apply strong regenerative braking causing the
vehicle to skid which could result in an accident.
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