2009 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 215

2-1. Driving procedures n Selecting Eco Driving Mode Use Eco Driving Mode to help achieve low fuel consumption driving trips that involve frequent accelerating and braking. On/off When Eco Driving Mode is turned on, the "ECON" indicator will come on. Press the switch once more to cancel the Eco Driving Mode. Eco Driving Mode helps you to drive within the variable economy zone. (→P. 171) 2 When driving n When in heavy traffic If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid putting the shift lever in N for an extended period of time. n Eco Driving Mode When the accelerator pedal is depressed in Eco Driving Mode, it may take more time to accelerate than usual. This is normal operation. n If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P →P. 524 185