2009 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 53

OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 22 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:02 AM 1 -1 . H ybrid syst e m H ybrid syst e m Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care. The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions. Gasoline engine Electric motor (Traction motor) 22 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U)