Driving Pattern
- Keep the battery temperature at 68 - 86°F (20°C - 30°C) for at least 12 hours.
- Start the engine.
- Raise the engine speed to 3,500 - 4,000 rpm in Park or neutral until the IMA battery charge gauge indicates 19 segments.
- Then, drive the vehicle with the accessories on (the blower MAX, the headlights ON, etc.). Without turning the ignition switch off, accelerate and decelerate repeatedly under conditions in which the assist continues until the IMA battery charge gauge indicates one segment.
- Drive the vehicle in this manner only if the traffic regulations and ambient conditions allow.