241-1. Hybrid systemHybrid systemYour vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from con -ventional vehicles. Be sure you are clos ely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care.The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel effi-ciency and reducing exhaust emissions. Gasoline engineElectric motor (Traction motor)nWhen stopped/during start off The gasoline engine stops* when the vehicle is stopped. During start off, the electric motor (tracti on motor) drives the vehicle. At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped* and the motor is used. When shift position N is selected , the hybrid battery (traction bat -tery) will not be charged. Thus, sele ct P when the vehicle is stopped. In addition, when driving in heavy traffic, use D or B.
