EV/HEV Button

Pressing the [EV/HEV] button changes the plug-in hybrid system modes, between Electric (CD) mode and Hybrid (CS) mode.
Each time the mode is changed a corresponding indicator is displayed on the instrument cluster as follows.
Plug-in Hybrid Mode Indicator
• CD (Charge Depleting, Electric) mode

: The high-voltage (hybrid) battery is used to drive the vehicle.
• CS (Charge Sustaining, Hybrid) mode

: The high-voltage (hybrid) battery and gasoline engine is used to drive the vehicle.
Information
Even when the battery charging rate is high and driving in electric mode is possible, engine may turn on in some areas to protect the system.
The hybrid system gauge indicates whether the current driving condition is fuel efficient or not. • CHARGE : Shows that the energy made by the vehicle is being converted to electrical energy.
Press [PHEV] on the [Home] screen or the [All menus] screen and the menus related to plug-in hybrid ([ECO Driving], [Energy Information], [EV Range], [Charging Settings], [Charging Stations], [Gas Stations]) are displayed.
DescriptionThe smart cruise control unit is installed on the front right side of the chassis. A radar sensor is embedded in the front section of the unit. This sensor detects vehicles and objects in front of the vehicle. The radar sensor can detect up to 64 objects ahead of a vehicle.
Removal1.Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.2.Remove the steering wheel assembly.(Refer to Steering System - "Steering Wheel")3.Remove the steering back cover (A).4.Remove the steering remote control connector (A).5.Remove the steering remote control after loosening the screws.