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2Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference GuideVisual Index
❙Audio System 
(P 142)
❙Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror Button 
(P 120)
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments 
(P 120)
❙
 (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button 
(P 233)
❙Climate Control System 
(P 136)
❙System Indicators 
(P 64)
❙Gauges 
(P 78)
❙Multi-Information Display 
(P 79)
❙Hazard Warning Button❙ENGINE START/STOP Button 
(P 112)
❙Navigation System
* 
() See Navigation System Manual❙Audio/Information Screen
* (P 146) 
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9Quick Reference Guide
Controls 
(P 91)
ENGINE START/STOP 
Button 
(P 112)
Press the button to changes the vehicle's 
power mode.
Turn Signals 
(P 114)
Lights 
(P 114)Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low BeamHigh Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers (P 118)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
: Long Delay
: Short DelayMIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipePull toward 
you to spray 
washer fluid.
* Not available on all models 
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17Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
The power mode does not 
change from VEHICLE OFF 
(LOCK) to ACCESSORY. 
Why?
●The steering wheel may be locked.●Move the steering wheel left and right after 
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
The power mode does not 
change from ON to 
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?
The shift lever should be moved to 
(P.
Why does the brake pedal 
pulsate slightly when 
applying the brakes?
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a 
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never 
pump the brake pedal.
The rear door cannot be 
opened from inside the 
vehicle. Why?
Check if the childproof lock is in the 
LOCK position. If so, open the rear 
door with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the lever 
to the UNLOCK position. 
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64Instrument Panel
IndicatorsIndicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Parking Brake 
and Brake System 
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you set the power mode to ON, then 
goes off.●Comes on when the parking brake is 
applied, and goes off when it is 
released.●Comes on when the brake fluid level 
is low.●Comes on if there is a problem with 
the brake system.●The beeper sounds and the indicator 
comes on if you drive with the 
parking brake not fully released.
●Comes on while driving - Make sure the 
parking brake is released. Check the brake 
fluid level.
2What to do when the indicator comes 
on while driving P. 322
●Comes on along with the ABS indicator 
- Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2If the Brake System Indicator Comes 
On P. 322
Low Oil Pressure 
Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power 
mode to ON, and goes off when the 
engine starts.●Comes on when the engine oil 
pressure is low.
●Comes on while driving - Immediately 
stop in a safe place.
2If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator 
Comes On P. 320
U.S.Canada 
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uuIndicatorsu
Continued
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Malfunction 
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you set the power 
mode to ON, and goes off either 
when the engine starts or after 
several seconds if the engine is not 
started. If “readiness codes” have 
not been set, it blinks five times 
before it goes off.●Comes on if there is a problem with 
the emissions control system.●Blinks when a misfire in the engine's 
cylinders is detected.
●Readiness codes are part of the on board 
diagnostics for the emissions control 
systems.
2Testing of Readiness Codes P. 337
●Comes on while driving - Have the 
vehicle checked by a dealer.●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place 
where there are no flammable objects. Stop 
the engine for 10 minutes or more, and 
wait for it to cool down. Then, take the 
vehicle to a dealer.
2If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp 
Comes On or Blinks P. 321
Charging System 
Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power 
mode to ON, and goes off when the 
engine starts.●Comes on when the battery is not 
charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the 
climate control system and rear defogger in 
order to reduce electricity consumption.
2If the Charging System Indicator 
Comes On P. 320
Shift Lever 
Position 
Indicator
*
●Indicates current shift lever position.
2Shifting P. 222
—
* Not available on all models 
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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Transmission 
Indicator
*
●Blinks if the transmission system has 
a problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts 
and acceleration and have the vehicle 
checked by a dealer immediately.
M (sequential 
shift mode) 
Indicator/Gear 
Position 
Indicator
*
●Comes on when the manual 
sequential shift mode is applied.
2Sequential Shift Mode P. 224
—
Seat Belt 
Reminder 
Indicator
●Comes on and the beeper sounds if 
you are not wearing a seat belt when 
you set the power mode to ON.●If the front passenger is not wearing 
a seat belt, the indicator comes on 
about a few seconds later.●Blinks while driving if either you or 
the front passenger has not fastened 
a seat belt. The beeper sounds and 
the indicator blinks at regular 
intervals.
●The beeper stops and the indicator goes off 
when you and the front passenger fasten 
their seat belts.●Stays on after you or the front 
passenger has fastened the seat belt - 
A detection error may have occurred in the 
sensor. Have the vehicle checked by a 
dealer.
2Seat Belt Reminder P. 27
* Not available on all models 
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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the starting system has a problem.
●As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE 
START/STOP button for 15 seconds while pressing the 
brake pedal and manually start the engine.
Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Appears if the keyless access remote battery is too weak 
to start the engine or the key is not with you to start the 
engine.
A beeper sounds six times.
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 312
●Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the 
power mode is in ACCESSORY.
●Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice with your 
foot off the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or the 
clutch pedal (manual transmission) to change the power 
mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
U.S.Canada 
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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears after you unlock and open the driver’s door.
2Starting the Engine P. 216
●Appears when the steering wheel is locked.
●Move the steering wheel left and right after pressing the 
ENGINE START/STOP button.
●Appears if you push the ENGINE START/STOP button 
to turn the engine off without the shift lever in 
(P.
●Push the ENGINE START/STOP button twice after 
moving the shift lever to 
(P. 
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 92
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 93
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal 
Strength........................................... 94
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Outside ............................................ 95
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Inside ............................................... 99
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 100
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 101
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 102
Security System................................ 106
Immobilizer System .......................... 106Security System Alarm...................... 106
Opening and Closing the Windows.... 108Opening and Closing the Moonroof
....... 111
Operating the Switches Around the 
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 112
Turn Signals ..................................... 114
Light Switches.................................. 114
Fog Lights
*...................................... 117
Daytime Running Lights ................... 117
Wipers and Washers ........................ 118
Brightness Control ........................... 119
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button...120
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 120Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 121
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 121
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 122
Adjusting the Seats.......................... 123
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 123
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience 
Items................................................ 131
Interior Lights .................................. 131
Interior Convenience Items .............. 132
Climate Control System................... 136
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 136
Synchronized Mode ......................... 138
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......139
* Not available on all models 
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:■Keyless access remote
Use the keyless access remote to start and 
stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors 
and to open the trunk.
There is a PANIC button in the remote 
transmitter.
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the 
doors when the keyless access remote battery 
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while 
pressing the release button. To reinstall the 
built-in key, push the built-in key into the 
keyless access remote until it clicks.■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The 
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle 
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 106
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to 
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in 
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the 
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine 
may not start, and the keyless access system may not 
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them 
inspected by a dealer.
Built-in Key
Release Button