Scion Q EV. Instruction - part 6

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2-2. Charging

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EV system

Before charging, always check that:
● The parking brake is securely set. (P. 174)
● The shift lever is in P. (P. 171)

If the charging cable is connected when the shift lever is in a posi-
tion other than P, the charging indicator will come on, however,
charging will not start, so after a while the indicator will turn off.

● The power switch is off. (P. 166)
● All light switches are turned off. (For example, the headlights, emer-

gency flashers, interior light, etc.) 
If these light switches are turned on, then these features will con-
sume electricity, and charging time will increase.

It is necessary to inspect the charging cable on a routine basis.

Refer to P. 262 for “Inspecting the charging cable”.

Important things to check before charging

Items to be regularly inspected

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2-3. Driving the EV (Electric Vehicle)

EV (Electric Vehicle) driving tips

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Driving in D position

The D position allows the most efficient driving. (

P. 171)

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Route selection
● Repeated acceleration and deceleration due to traffic conges-

tion, long waits at traffic lights, and driving on steep inclines will
lead to poor power consumption. In order to avoid those situa-
tions as much as possible, check traffic reports before leaving. If
the vehicle is driven in traffic congestion, gently release the brake
pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward slightly, avoid overuse
of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help minimize unneces-
sary energy consumption.

● Whenever the EV system is started, 3 different possible driving

ranges will be displayed on the multi-information display. If a dif-
ferent route is used for driving, select an appropriate driving
route by taking into account those estimated possible driving dis-
tances.

Unlike the conventional vehicles, the energy consumption effi-
ciency of electric vehicles will decline if they continue driving on
highways or at high average speeds, causing the possible driv-
ing distance to reduce. Therefore, if the remaining charge of the
traction battery is low, avoid relying on the displayed possible
driving distance too much as well as driving on highways. Driv-
ing the vehicle at moderate speeds, the traction battery’s energy
consumption can be controlled.

The following driving tips will contribute to reduction in the bat-
tery consumption and increase in the driving range.

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2-3. Driving the EV (Electric Vehicle)

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EV system

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Use of EV System Indicator

Keeping the EV System Indicator within Eco area or Charge area
can help minimize consumption of the traction battery, allowing the
vehicle to drive in an Eco-friendly manner. (

P. 107)

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When braking the vehicle

Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.

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Highway driving

● The 3 different possible driving ranges, displayed by the multi-

information display, are calculation results estimated by 3 differ-
ent calculation methods (

P. 109). For driving in comfort, it will

be very helpful to check the possible driving range for highways
before entering highways.

Energy consumption comparison chart 
(electric vehicles and gasoline vehicles)

Good

Power 
consumption
(fuel 
consumption)

Poor

Electric vehicles
Gasoline vehicles

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

Vehicle speed

0

12

25

32

50

62

75

85

(mph)

(km/h)

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2-3. Driving the EV (Electric Vehicle)

The chart shown above is for explaining the energy consumption differ-
ence between electric vehicles and gasoline engine vehicles.

Gasoline engine vehicles achieve the best fuel efficiency while they are
driven at a speed of approximately 43 mph (70 km/h). However, electric
vehicles obtain the best energy efficiency while being driven at speeds
between approximately 12 to 25 mph (20 to 40 km/h).

For electric vehicles, the faster the speed, the more power is consumed,
and the driving range decreases. If driven at a speed of approximately
62 mph (100 km/h), compared to approximately 25 mph (40 km/h), the
vehicle’s energy efficiency drops by approximately 40%. For instance,
an electric vehicle can achieve a driving range of approximately 62
miles (100 km) with a constant vehicle speed of 25 mph (40 km/h), how-
ever, driving at 62 mph (100 km/h) will reduce such a driving range to
approximately 32 miles (60 km).

● Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before

stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release
the accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of
electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.

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EV system

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Air conditioning on/off 
● Switch the air conditioning off when it is not needed. Doing so

can help control excessive electricity and power consumption.

In summer: 
In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode. Doing so will
help to reduce the burden on the air conditioning and reduce
power consumption as well.

In winter: 
Excessive or unnecessary heating should be avoided. The use of
the seat heater (

P. 244) is effective to avoid excessive power

consumption. 

● For efficiency, use the Remote Climate Control before departing

while the charging cable is connected. (

P. 228)

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Checking tire inflation pressure

Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor power consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads will lead to poor power consumption. Use tires that are
appropriate for the season.

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Luggage

Carrying heavy luggage can require excessive energy. Avoid leav-
ing unnecessary luggage in the vehicle.

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Instrument cluster

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3.

Instrument cluster

Warning lights 

and indicators ................. 100

Gauges and meters .......... 105

Multi-information display ... 108

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3. Instrument cluster

Warning lights and indicators

◆

Instrument cluster

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, cen-
ter panel and instrument panel inform the driver of the status of
the vehicle’s various systems. 
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration dis-
plays all warning lights and indicators illuminated.

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3. Instrument cluster

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Instrument cluster

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Center panel

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Instrument panel

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3. Instrument cluster

Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.

◆

Instrument cluster

◆

Center panel

Warning lights

*

1

Brake system warning
light (

P. 335)

(Yellow)

Plug-in indicator 
(

P. 337)

*

1

12-volt battery charging
system warning light
(

P. 336)

*

1

Output control warning
light (

P. 337)

*

1

SRS warning light 
(

P. 336)

Open door warning light 
(

P. 337)

*

1

ABS warning light 
(

P. 336)

SOC (State of Charge)
warning light (

P. 337)

*

1

Electric power steering
system warning light 
(

P. 336)

Driver’s seat belt
reminder light (

P. 337)

*

1, 2

Slip indicator (

P. 336)

*

1

Tire pressure warning
light (

P. 338)

*

1

Brake system warning
light (

P. 336)

*

1

Master warning light 
(

P. 338)

*

1

Traction battery warning
light (

P. 337)

Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light 
(

P. 338)

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3. Instrument cluster

3

Instrument cluster

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1

: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-

cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the EV
system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a sys-
tem if the lights do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Scion dealer.

*

2

: The light comes on to indicate a malfunction.

The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.

◆

Instrument cluster

◆

Center panel

◆

Instrument panel

Indicators

Turn signal indicator 
(

P. 173)

(Green)

Plug-in indicator

Headlight indicator
(

P. 176) 

Immobilizer system indi-
cator (

P. 66)

Headlight high beam
indicator (

P. 176)

*

1

Eco Driving Indicator
Light (

P. 152)

“READY” indicator 
(

P. 165)

*

1, 2

 

Slip indicator 
(

P. 211, 213)

*

1

“AIR BAG OFF” indica-
tor (

P. 45)

*

1

“AIR BAG ON” indicator
(

P. 45)

Charging indicator 
(

P. 181, 195)

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3. Instrument cluster

*

1

: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-

cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the EV
system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a sys-
tem if the lights do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Scion dealer.

*

2

: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.

CAUTION

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If a safety system warning light does not come on 

Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the EV system, this could mean that these sys-
tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result
in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer
immediately if this occurs.

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Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters

Speedometer

Displays the vehicle speed.

Odometer and trip meter display

Odometer: 
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

Trip meter: 
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last
reset. Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different
distances independently.

Multi-information display

Displays pieces of information regarding the vehicle driving or battery
charging. (

P. 108)

SOC (State of Charge) gauge

Displays the amount of charge remaining in the traction battery.

EV System Indicator

Displays the EV system output or regeneration level. (

P. 107)

Outside temperature display

Displays the outside temperature. (

P. 242)

Clock

P. 113

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3

4

5

6

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3. Instrument cluster

Shift position indicator

Displays the selected shift position. (

P. 171)

“DISP” knob

P. 108

Odometer/trip meter display and instrument panel light change
knob

P. 106

Switches between odometer and
trip meter displays. When the trip
meter is displayed, pressing and
holding the knob will reset the trip
meter.

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turn-
ing the knob.

Darker

Brighter

Changing the display

8

9

10

Instrument panel light control

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2

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Instrument cluster

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The meters and display illuminate when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

Instrument panel brightness adjustment

The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can
be adjusted individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime
and so forth), turning on the tail lights will not change the instrument panel
brightness.

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EV System Indicator

●

By keeping the indicator within Eco area or Charge area, more Eco-friendly
driving can be achieved.

●

Charge area indicates regeneration

*

 status. Regenerated energy will be

used to charge the battery.

*

: When used in this instruction, “regeneration” refers to the conversion of

energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.

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When charging the traction battery

The remaining time until charging is completed is displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.

Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)

Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in
an Eco-friendly manner.

Charge area
Shows that energy is being recovered
via the regenerative charging.

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3. Instrument cluster

Multi-information display

The multi-information display shows the following pieces of informa-
tion.

● EV system information

Information such as operating con-
ditions of the EV system and status
of the traction battery are dis-
played.

● Screen settings

Clock and the display screen can
be set or customized.

● Charging information

Time until charging is complete:
P. 186, 198, 205

Charging timer function: 
P. 202

● Warning messages (P. 344)

Automatically displayed when a
malfunction occurs in one of the
vehicle’s systems.

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Switching the display

To switch the display, turn
“DISP” knob.

Display contents

EV system information

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Instrument cluster

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Display contents

Driving range

The approximate driving range the vehicle can drive with the cur-
rent traction battery’s remaining charge.

• This driving range is only an estimate, which has been calculated

using previous power consumption averages and the air conditioning
operating mode, the actual driving range may differ.

• To clear the previous power consumption averages, reset the aver-

age/current power consumption.

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