5-1 . Before driving
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Sudden start restraint control ( Drive-Start Control [ DSC ])
When the following unusual operation is performed with the accelerator pedal depressed , the EV system output may be restrained .
• When the shift position is
shifted to R * .
• When the shift position is shifted from P or R to forward
drive shift position such as D * .
When the system operates , a message appears on the multi-information display . Read the message and follow the instruction . * : Depending on the situation , the
shift position may not be changed .
■ Drive-Start Control ( DSC )
●When the TRAC is turned off
( �P . 391 ), sudden start restraint control also does not operate . If your vehicle have trouble escaping from the mud or fresh snow due to sudden start restraint control operation , deactivate TRAC
( �P . 391 ) so that the vehicle may become able to escape from the mud or fresh snow .
Also , sudden start restraint control will not operate in the following conditions :
• When “ X-MODE ” is selected
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions , cargo capacity and load .
WARNING
■ Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment :
●Receptacles containing gasoline
● Aerosol cans
■ Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions . Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly , may block the driver ’ s vision , or may result in items hitting the driver or passengers , possibly causing an accident .
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible .
●Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than the seatbacks .
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations .
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats ( when stacking items )
• On the luggage cover ( if equipped )
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
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Driving