Utility mode (if equipped)

The high voltage battery is used instead of the 12V auxiliary battery for operating the convenient features of the vehicle. When driving is not necessary such as while camping or when stopping the vehicle for a long time, it is possible to use the electrical devices (audio, lights, etc.) for long hours.

The driver can activate the Utility Mode function when the following conditions are satisfied.

The vehicle is in the ready () mode and the gear is shifted to P (Park).
The EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) is applied.
User Settings → Convenience → Utility Mode is selected in the cluster.

System Activation

When the system is activated:

The indicator will turn off and the indicator will illuminate on the cluster.
All electric devices are usable but the vehicle cannot be driven.
The EPB can be cancelled by pressing the EPB switch.
Gear cannot be shifted out of P (Park). If a shift attempt is made, a message “Shifting conditions not met” will be displayed on the cluster.

System Deactivation :

The Utility Mode can be deactivated by pressing the POWER button to the OFF position. The function cannot be deactivated from the User Settings mode.