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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