TOYOTA iQ EV 2013 (in English) User Guide

111. EV system
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EV system
Start charging according to the
instructions provided by the
quick charger’s manufacturer.
Check that the charging indicator is
on. If the indicator remains off,
charging will not start.
The charging indicator will turn off
when charging is completed.
If charging is interrupted, follow the
instructions provided by the quick
charger’s manufacturer.
Remove the quick charging
connector by referring to the
instructions provided by the
quick charger’s manufacturer.
For the procedure to return the
charging connector to the charger
holder, refer to the quick charger’s
instructions manual.
Close the quick charging inlet
cap.
Close the recharge inlet door.
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After quick charging
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121. EV system
By using the charging timer function, deterioration of the traction bat-
tery charge can be suppressed, and off-peak electricity
* can be used
effectively.
*: Since electricity rates change based on contractual coverage, please con-
firm with the contracted electric power company about off-peak rates.
●A charging time can be assigned by setting the charging start time
or finish time.
●Once the time has been set, timer charging can be scheduled with
the previously set time at the next time.
●The settings of the charging timer function schedule is automati-
cally turns off, when charge has started.
■Setting the charging timer function
Stop the vehicle and press the
charging timer switch.
The multi-information display will
switch to the charging timer dis-
play.
If not changing the set time:
Go to step .
When the power switch is off, it can
be configured.
Press and hold the charging
timer switch.
The time display will change from
on to flashing.
Timer charging (normal charging only)
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EV system
Press the charging timer switch
to select a setting mode.
Start time setting mode
Finish time setting mode
The mode will switch with each
press of the switch.
Adjust the set time using the
“DISP” knob.
Push the knob to adjust
hours and minutes.
Turn the knob to switch
between hours and minutes.
Press and hold the charging
timer switch.
Once set, the time display will
change from flashing to on.
Turn the power switch off.
The indicator for the charging timer switch changes from on to flashing.
Connect the charging cable to the vehicle.
Check that the charging indicator has come on. It will turn off after several
seconds.
If the indicator does not come on, re-insert the charging connector. If it still
does not come on, check the power source status using the power indica-
tor on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
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■Canceling the charging timer function
If the charging timer switch is
pressed while the switch indica-
tor is on or flashing, the charg-
ing timer function will be
canceled. However, if the
charging cable has already
been connected to the vehicle,
charging will commence imme-
diately.
After the schedule is canceled,
the charging timer switch indica-
tor will turn off.

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EV system
EV (Electric Vehicle) driving tips
■Driving in D position
The D position allows the most efficient driving.
■Route selection
●Repeated acceleration and deceleration due to traffic conges-
tion, long waits at traffic lights, and driving on steep inclines will
lead to poor power consumption. In order to avoid those situa-
tions as much as possible, check traffic reports before leaving. If
the vehicle is driven in traffic congestion, gently release the brake
pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward slightly, avoid overuse
of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help minimize unneces-
sary energy consumption.
●Whenever the EV system is started, 3 different possible driving
ranges will be displayed on the multi-information display. If a dif-
ferent route is used for driving, select an appropriate driving
route by taking into account those estimated possible driving dis-
tances.
■When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
Unlike the conventional vehicles, the energy consumption effi-
ciency of electric vehicles will decline if they continue driving on
highways or at high average speeds, causing the possible driv-
ing distance to reduce. Therefore, if the remaining charge of the
traction battery is low, avoid relying on the displayed possible
driving distance too much as well as driving on highways. Driv-
ing the vehicle at moderate speeds, the traction battery’s energy
consumption can be controlled.
The following driving tips will contribute to reduction in the bat-
tery consumption and increase in the driving range.

161. EV system
■Use of EV System Indicator
Keeping the EV System Indica-
tor within Eco area or Charge
area can help minimize con-
sumption of the traction battery,
allowing the vehicle to drive in
an Eco-friendly manner.
Power area
Eco area
Charge area
■Highway driving
●The 3 different possible driving ranges, displayed by the multi-
information display, are calculation results estimated by 3 differ-
ent calculation methods. For driving in comfort, it will be very
helpful to check the possible driving range for highways before
entering highways.
The chart shown above is for explaining the energy consumption differ-
ence between electric vehicles and gasoline engine vehicles.
Gasoline engine vehicles achieve the best fuel efficiency while they are
driven at a speed of approximately 43 mph (70 km/h). However, electric
vehicles obtain the best energy efficiency while being driven at speeds
between approximately 12 to 25 mph (20 to 40 km/h).
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Energy consumption comparison chart
(electric vehicles and gasoline vehicles)
Good
Power
consumption
(fuel
consumption)
PoorElectric vehicles
Gasoline vehicles
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4060 80 100 120 140
Vehicle speed 012
2532 50 62 75 85 (mph)
(km/h)

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EV system
For electric vehicles, the faster the speed, the more power is consumed,
and the driving range decreases. If driven at a speed of approximately
62 mph (100 km/h), compared to approximately 25 mph (40 km/h), the
vehicle’s energy efficiency drops by approximately 40%. For instance,
an electric vehicle can achieve a driving range of approximately 62
miles (100 km) with a constant vehicle speed of 25 mph (40 km/h), how-
ever, driving at 62 mph (100 km/h) will reduce such a driving range to
approximately 32 miles (60 km).
●Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before
stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release
the accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of
electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
■Air conditioning on/off
●Switch the air conditioning off when it is not needed. Doing so
can help control excessive electricity and power consumption.
In summer:
In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode. Doing so will
help to reduce the burden on the air conditioning and reduce
power consumption as well.
In winter:
Excessive or unnecessary heating should be avoided. The use of
the seat heater is effective to avoid excessive power consump-
tion.
●For efficiency, use the Remote Climate Control before departing
while the charging cable is connected.
■Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor power consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads will lead to poor power consumption. Use tires that are
appropriate for the season.
■Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can require excessive energy. Avoid leav-
ing unnecessary luggage in the vehicle.

181. EV system
When the traction batter y becomes low
The SOC (State of Charge) warning light comes on or flashes
and a following message will appear on the multi-information
display.
SOC
gaugeWarning light
Warning message
Vehicle’s state
No effect on driving.
(However, the vehicle
cannot drive long dis-
tances, therefore
charge the battery as
soon as possible.)
• The remaining bat-
tery charge is very
low, and continuous
driving will be diffi-
cult.
• To drive the vehicle
as long as possible,
the motor output is
restricted.
The battery power has
discharged while driv-
ing (the vehicle is
moving while the EV
system is down).
The vehicle cannot
start because the bat-
tery is completely dis-
charged. (Comes on)
(Comes on)
(Comes on)
(Flashes)(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)(A buzzer also
sounds once)
(A buzzer also
sounds 3 times)
(A buzzer also
sounds intermittently)

192. Operation of each component
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Operation of each component
Smar t key system
Grip the driver’s door handle to
unlock the door. Grip the passen-
ger’s door handle to unlock all the
doors.
Make sure to touch the sensor on
the back of the handle.
The doors cannot be unlocked for
3 seconds after the doors are
locked.
Touch the lock sensor (the inden-
tation on the upper part of the
door handle) to lock all the doors.
Unlocking and locking the doors

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Press the unlock button to unlock
all the doors.
Press and hold the button for 1
second to open the back door.
The door cannot be unlocked for 3
seconds after the door is locked.
Lock the back door again when
you leave the vehicle. The back
door will not lock automatically
after it has been opened and then
closed.
Press the lock button to lock all
the doors.
Unlocking and locking the back door