Introduction
Just drive the Prius like a traditional car, and let the computer worry about saving gas and reducing emissions.
Startup
Step on the brake pedal before starting the car, as it is required for safety.
Driving
Drive gently to create heat for the emissions system and to keep warm in the winter.
Use cruise-control to reduce emissions and wear on the engine.
Feather the accelerator pedal to efficiently regain speed on flat or declining terrain.
Hybrid System
The hybrid system strives to remain a AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle) at all times.
The system uses two electric motors to provide thrust and recharge the battery-pack.
Brakes
The regenerator takes advantage of kinetic energy to recharge the battery-pack, making the Prius more efficient and extending brake life.
Manual:
Download: Toyota Prius User-Guide Eighth Edition, Eighth Revision for the ICONIC (2004-2009) model
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