[Sovereign]

I've noticed something odd with my 2006 Highlander Hybrid. Perhaps other Toyota hybrid owners could comment.

It appears that when the vehicle is stopped, the engine is more likely to shut off if my foot is barely holding the car in place (any less and creep would occur). Pushing harder on the brake pedal while stopped results in longer idle-time.

This also impacts charging-in-place. If my foot is heavy on the brake (when stopped--pushing all the way to the floor), the vehicle does not charge. If I lighten up my foot, it does (if the battery is depleted and must charge while stationary).

Am I crazy?