TOYOTA 2011 Prius - Manual (Page 61)

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1-1. Hybrid system
PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD
Eco Drive Monitor
The multi-information display features several screens to assist with
Eco-friendly driving. You can drive in an Eco-friendly manner by using
these screens effectively.
n Hybrid system operating condition
The energy monitor displays the
operating condition of the hybrid
system, showing such informa-
tion as the gasoline engine oper-
ating status, and the usage and
regeneration status of electrical
energy. (
→P. 193)
n Eco-friendly driving
Hybrid System Indicator changes in real-time in accordance with the
driving conditions and operation of the accelerator pedal. Eco-friendly
driving can be achieved by referring to the display and by driving as
follows. (
→P. 195)
l When accelerating
Accelerate to the desired speed
while depressing the accelerator
pedal slowly and ensuring that
the indicator bar does not
exceed Eco area.
Eco area