Drive mode selector
Drive Mode Selector (2WD models)
Drive Mode Selector (4WD models)
STANDARD MODE (2WD models)/AUTO MODE (4WD models) This is the standard mode that is most suitable for normal driving. This mode will be selected first each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. SPORT MODE • Adjusts the engine points for a higher
response. • The setting of the steering system is ad-
justed to moderately increase steering wheel effort for a sporty feel.
NOTE: In the SPORT mode, fuel economy may be reduced.
SNOW MODE This mode makes it easier to start and run from snowy roads and frozen roads.
CAUTION Never drive on dry, hard surface roads in the SNOW mode, as this will overload the powertrain and may cause a seri- ous malfunction. Additionally, this will cause premature tire wear and reduced fuel economy.
When the SNOW mode is selected, small vibration in cornering may occur. This is not a malfunction. TOW MODE The TOW mode controls the shifting points to facilitate the acceleration or decelera- tion while towing. TOW mode is available regardless of the availability of the tow bar. The Idling Stop System is disabled when the vehicle is in TOW mode. MUD/RUT MODE (4WD models only) This mode allows for easier driving or start- ing on a bumpy road surface such as an uneven dirt road or a steep uphill slope.
CAUTION Never drive on dry, hard surface roads in the MUD/RUT mode, as this will over- load the powertrain and may cause a serious malfunction. Additionally, this will cause premature tire wear and re- duced fuel economy.
NOTE: When the MUD/RUT mode is selected, small tight-corner braking phenomenon or small vibration in cornering may oc- cur. This is not a malfunction
SAND MODE (4WD models only) This mode allows for easier driving or start- ing on sand.
CAUTION Never drive on dry, hard surface roads in the SAND mode, as this will overload the powertrain and may cause a seri- ous malfunction. Additionally, this will cause premature tire wear and reduced fuel economy.
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NOTE: When the SAND mode is selected, small tight-corner braking phenomenon or small vibration in cornering may occur. This is not a malfunction
ECO MODE Assists the driver’s ECO-driving. The engine points are adjusted for improved fuel economy, providing such driving features as smooth starting or constant cruising.
NOTE: Selecting the ECO mode will not neces- sarily improve fuel economy as many driving factors influence its effectiveness.
Operation Select the ECO mode using the Drive Mode Selector. The ECO indicator illuminates. When the accelerator pedal is depressed within the range of economy drive, the ECO drive indicator illuminates in green. When the accelerator pedal is depressed above the range of economy drive, the ECO drive indicator turns off.
The ECO drive indicator will not illuminate in the following cases: • When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)
position. • When the vehicle speed is below 2 mph
(3.2 km/h) or over 90 mph (144 km/h). • When the Cruise Control (if so equipped)
or Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system (if so equipped) is operated.
ECO Customize The “ECO Customize” is a function that can change the priority from the Cruise Control (if so equipped) or Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (if so equipped) to fuel efficiency im- provements. It can be set when the ECO mode is selected. To activate or deactivate this function, see “ECO Mode Setting” (P. 2-28) or (P. 2-53). • Cruise Control
When the setting is ON, the fuel efficiency while cruising will be improved by lower- ing acceleration target from normal (setting OFF) mode.
NOTE: When the vehicle speed is reduced (for example, when the vehicle is driven on an uphill road from a flat road), it will take more time to return to the previously set speed than normal mode.
Tire Pres ECO advice The “Tire Pres ECO advice” is a function to show ECO advice information in the vehicle information display when low tire pressure is detected. To activate or deactivate this function, see “ECO Mode Setting” (P. 2-28) or (P. 2-53). When the setting is on, the ECO Drive Re- port display shows “See Tire Pressures”. You can switch the display to the Tire Pressures display by selecting it in the vehicle infor- mation display.
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