2006 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 21

'06 HIGHLANDER HB_U (L/O 0503) -The characteristics of the hybrid vehicle Be sure to put the transmission in the "P" position when parking. In the "N" position, the traction battery does not recharge, even if the gasoline engine is operating. Leaving the transmission in the "N" position for an extended period of time may discharge the traction battery. The vehicle cannot run if the traction battery is discharged. When you leave your vehicle, apply the parking brake, put the transmission in the "P" position, be sure to carry the key with you and lock all the doors. If you leave the ignition in "ACC" or "ON", the auxiliary battery will be discharged and the hybrid system may not start. D Because the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the traction motor, you may hear a motor sound coming from the engine compartment. However, this does not indicate any trouble. D When you put the transmission in the "B" position and take your foot off the accelerator pedal, engine braking will be applied. However, during high speed driving you may feel that engine braking is less effective than that of ordinary vehicle. High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shieldings. Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two−way radio. D When the hybrid system is started or stopped, you may hear a sound coming from the traction battery under the rear seats. However, this does not indicate any trouble. D When the hybrid system is started or stopped, or while the vehicle is idling, you may hear a sound coming from the transmission. However, this does not indicate any trouble. D When applying brakes, you may hear a sound coming from the regenerative brakes. However, this does not indicate any trouble. D When the gasoline engine is started or stopped with the hybrid system on, you may feel a vibration. However, this does not indicate any trouble. D If the "READY" light is on, you can start even when the gasoline engine is off. 8 2006 HIGHLANDER (Hybrid) from Mar. '05 Prod. (OM48530U)