46 HYBRID SYSTEM
NOTE
If a warning light comes on or a warning message is displayed, the hybrid system may not start. Contact your SUBARU dealer.
HS-3. HYBRID VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS shsac
WARNING
. Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’ s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
. When restarting the hybrid system after an emergency shutdown while driving, press the ignition switch. When restarting the hybrid system after stopping the vehicle, change the select lever position to“ P” and then press the ignition switch.
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following points.
. Use of power meter
Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the power meter within the Eco area. Refer to“ Power Meter” FP180.
. Select lever position operation
Shift the select lever position to the“ D” position when stopped at a traffic light, or when driving in heavy traffic.
Shift the select lever position to the“ P” position when parking.
Selecting the“ N” position has no positive effect on fuel consumption. In the“ N” position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be generated. Also, when using the climate control system, etc., the high voltage battery power is consumed.
If the remaining power of the high voltage battery is low, the vehicle may become inoperable.
Even if you are able to drive the vehicle, the AWD system or EyeSight system may not function normally.