Improvement Control in Practical Use Fuel Consumption
Outline (ECON Mode)
The control system for improved fuel economy in actual traffic aims at disseminating eco-driving. It consists of an effective control system that is activated by operating the ECON switch to set the ECON ON mode. When the ECON mode is ON, the engine control system, the cruise control system*, the gear control system, and the air conditioning system work to control fuel consumption by reducing the negative effects of the driver's driving style in an attempt to improve fuel economy.
*: There are cases where it is not controlled depending on the vehicle model.
For locations of each component on vehicle, refer to Component Location Index
Gear Control System
- Change in shift map allocation against accelerator full pedal depression
- Moderation of gear change responsiveness
Air Conditioning (A/C) System
- Switching to the recirculation mode
- Reduction in compressor operation frequency
- Lower flow rate
Ambient Meter Function
The ambient meter function evaluates the driver's driving from a fuel consumption perspective and displays its information via the ambient meter in the gauge control module.
Outline (SPORT Mode)
In the SPORT mode, a motor/battery control system, engine control system, and gear control system enhances driving force response for powerful and sporty driving. The PCM controls a gauge control module to change the colors of an ambient meter into red and it stays on during the SPORT mode.
For locations of each component on the vehicle, refer to Component Location Index.