Driving Procedures; Driving The Vehicle - Toyota Prius V 2012 Quick Reference Manual

2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing:
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Starting the hybrid system
→P. 173
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Driving
STEP 1
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift position to D.
(→P. 183)
Check that the shift position indicator shows D. (→P. 195)
STEP 2
Release the parking brake. (→P. 193)
STEP 3
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
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Stopping
STEP 1
With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal.
STEP 2
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle will be stopped for an extended period of time,
shift the shift position to P. (→P. 186)
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Parking the vehicle
STEP 1
Stop the vehicle completely.
STEP 2
Set the parking brake. (→P. 193)
STEP 3
Shift the shift position to P. (→P. 186)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P. (→P. 183)
STEP 4
Press the "POWER" switch to stop the hybrid system.
STEP 5
Slowly release the brake pedal.
STEP 6
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key
on your person.
When parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
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