The drive modes may be changed according to the driver ’s preferences or road conditions . To cycle through the drive modes A or deactivate a drive mode, rotate the Drive Mode knob B .
When a drive mode is selected, the drive mode indicator will illuminate in the Instrument Cluster and illuminate next to the Drive Mode knob . The system’s default mode is ECO mode and when selected, the indicator will not be illuminated .
•SPORT Mode
•ECO Mode
•SMART Mode* – When the SMART mode is activated, the system automatically selects the drive mode best suited to the current driving style (economic, average, spirited) . The color of the SMART mode indicator (green, white, red) depends on the current driving style .
•SNOW Mode* (All Wheel Drive)
Drive Mode Integrated Control System*
REMINDERS:
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When ECO mode is selected, the following may occur to help improve fuel economy:
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Acceleration may be slightly reduced even when the accelerator is fully depressed
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Air conditioner per formance may be limited
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Shift pat tern of the automatic transmission may change
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Engine noise may increase
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System’s power will be limited when driving uphill
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When SPORT mode is selected, fuel economy may decrease
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The system defaults to ECO mode when ignition is in the ON position
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Steering effor t may be slightly increased in SPORT mode
(Appears on LCD in Instrument Cluster)
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