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PRIUS C_AE
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing:
■ Starting the hybrid system
→P. 143
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.
(→P. 154)
Release the parking brake. (→P. 158)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P. (
→P. 154)
■ Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Shift the shift lever to P. (→P. 154)
Set the parking brake. (→P. 158)
Press the “POWER” switch to stop the hybrid system.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key
on your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
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