2007 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 180

'07 HIGHLANDER HV_U (L/O 0608) (b) Normal driving 1. Start the hybrid system as instructed in "How to start the hybrid system" on page 324 in Section 3. The transmission must be in "P". 2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to "D". (c) Using engine braking To use engine braking intentionally, downshift the transmission to "B" position and take your foot off the accelerator pedal. During high speed driving you may feel that engine braking is less effective than that of ordinary vehicle. Do not continue normal driving with the transmission in "B" for a long time. This may cause decreased fuel economy. (e) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal to apply the parking brake securely. 3. With the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the "P" position. When turning the hybrid system off, put the transmission in the "P" position. CAUTION Never put your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to spin or skid. (d) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the "R" position. CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into "P" position under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. (f) Good driving practice CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the hybrid system on. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. 166 2007 HIGHLANDER HV from July '06 Prod. (OM48685U)