Driving mode select switch The driving modes can be selected to suit the driving and usage conditions. Normal modeSelecting a driving mode Type A Type B Normal mode Provides an optimal balance of fuel economy, quietness, and dynamic performance. Suitable for normal driving. Sport mode Controls the transmission and engine to provide quick, powerful acceleration. This mode also changes the steering feel, making it suitable for when agile driving response is desired, such as when driving on roads with many curves. When Sport mode is selected, Sport mode indicator comes on. Eco drive mode Helps the driver accelerate in an eco-friendly manner and improve fuel economy through moderate throttle characteristics and by controlling the operation of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling). When Eco drive mode is selected, Eco drive mode indicator comes on. Note: When changing to a driving mode other than normal mode (AWD vehicles) The AWD control switches to that suitable for the selected driving mode. Air conditioning system operation in Eco drive mode In Eco drive mode, heating/cooling operations and the fan speed is controlled to improve fuel efficiency. Perform the following procedures to increase the air conditioning performance. Turn eco air conditioning mode off (Eco air conditioning mode) Adjust the fan speed (Setting the fan speed, Rear air conditioning control operation) Cancel Eco drive mode Canceling a driving mode Sport mode is automatically canceled and the driving mode returns to normal mode when the engine switch is turned off. Normal mode and Eco drive mode are not canceled until another driving mode is selected. (Even if the engine switch is turned off, normal mode and Eco drive mode will not be automatically canceled.)