Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle.

Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.

Place the shift dial in P (Park). With the shift dial in N (Neutral), you cannot start the vehicle.

Depress the brake pedal.

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button. If the hybrid system starts, the (READY) indicator will come on.

Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be started without depressing the accelerator.

After following the start procedures, (READY) indicator on the instrument cluster will turn on. For more details, please refer to More Details.

Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate rate and maintain a steady cruising speed. Do not make "jackrabbit" starts. Do not race between stoplights.

Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible. Always maintain a safe distance from other vehicles so you can avoid unnecessary braking. This also reduces brake wear out.
The regenerative brake generates energy when the vehicle decelerates.
When the hybrid battery power is low, the hybrid system automatically recharges the hybrid battery.
When the engine is running with the shift dial in N (Neutral), the hybrid system cannot generate electricity. The hybrid battery cannot recharge with the shift dial in N (Neutral).

NOTICE

In the hybrid system, the engine automatically runs and stops. When the hybrid system operates, the (READY) indicator is appeared.

In the following situation, the engine may operate automatically.