SYSTEM DESCRIPTION [12/2013 - ]
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System When the vehicle is being driven quietly using the motor only, the vehicle proximity notification system outputs a warning sound from the vehicle approaching speaker assembly to inform pedestrians, cyclists etc., of the approach of the vehicle. The warning sound is output by the vehicle approaching speaker assembly at a volume level that will not be perceived as noise. Also the pitch of the sound changes in accordance with vehicle speed so that the sound reflects vehicle deceleration and acceleration. Vehicle proximity notification system operation automatically stops when the vehicle is stopped, the engine starts or the vehicle is driven at 25 km/h (16 mph) or more.
OPERATION CHECK [12/2013 - ]
- VEHICLE PROXIMITY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK System operation check (vehicle stopped) Apply the parking brake. Turn the ignition switch on (IG). With the brake pedal depressed, confirm that the vehicle proximity notification system does not operate (produce a sound) when the shift lever is moved from P to N. When the brake pedal is released, confirm that the vehicle proximity notification system operates for approximately 3 seconds (produces a sound). System operation check (vehicle being driven) Turn the ignition switch on (READY). Operate the EV drive mode switch and drive the vehicle using EV drive mode. When the shift lever is moved from P to D, confirm that the vehicle proximity notification system operates (produces a sound) when the vehicle is driven at speeds of 25 km/h (16 mph) or less using EV drive mode.