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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Driving
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following-distance behind a
vehicle detected ahead of yours, without you having to keep your foot on the brake
or the accelerator.
When ACC slows your vehicle by applying the brakes, your vehicle’s brake lights will
illuminate.1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Important Reminder
As with any system, there are limits to ACC. Use the
brake pedal whenever necessary, and always keep a
safe distance between your vehicle and other
vehicles.
3WARNING
Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash.
Use ACC only when traveling on open
highways in good weather.
3WARNING
ACC has limited braking capability.
When your vehicle speed drops below 22
mph, ACC will automatically cancel and no
longer will apply your vehicle’s brakes.
Always be prepared to apply the brake
pedal when conditions require.
When to use
■Vehicle speed for adaptive cruise control: Desired speed in a range above
roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
■Shift positions for adaptive cruise control: In ( D or (S.
The radar sensor is in
the front grille.
The camera is
located behind the
rearview mirror.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
Driving
Provides assistance to keep the vehicle in the center of the lane, when the vehicle
nears a white or yellow line, steering force of the electric power steering will become
stronger.
When the vehicle enters the warning area , LKAS alerts you with slight steering
wheel vibration as well a warning display.
■Lane Keep Support Function1 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
The LKAS may not functi on as designed on while
driving in frequent stop and go traffic, or on roads
with sharp curves.
When it fails to detect lanes, the system will
temporarily be canceled. When lane is detected,
system will recover automatically.
■Lane Departure Warning Function
Warning Area
Warning Area
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parking.To apply:
Pull the lever fully up without pressing the
release button.
To release:
1. Pull the lever slightly, and press and hold
the release button.
2. Lower the lever down all the way, then
release the button.
■Parking Brake1Parking Brake
NOTICE
Release the parking brake fu lly before driving. The
rear brakes and axle can be damaged if you drive
with the parki ng brake applied.
If you start driving without fully releasing the parking
brake, a buzzer sounds as a warning, and Release
Parking Brake appears on the multi-information
display.
Always apply the parking brake when parking.
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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*
Driving
The system has three alert stages for a possible collision. However, depending on circumstances, the CMBSTM may not go through all of
the stages before initiating the last stage.
■Collision Alert Stages
Distance between vehiclesCMBSTM
The sensors detect a vehicleAudible & Visual WARNINGSBraking
Stage oneThere is a risk of a collision with the vehicle
ahead of you.
When in Long, visual and audible
alerts come on at a longer distance
from a vehicle ahead than in
Normal setting, and in Short, at a
shorter distance than in Normal.
—
Stage
twoThe risk of a collision has increased, time to
respond is reduced.
Visual and audible alerts.
Lightly
applied
Stage three The CMBSTM determines that a collision is
unavoidable.Forcefully applied
Your Vehicle Vehicle
Ahead
Normal
Short
Long
Your
Vehicle Vehicle
Ahead
Your
Vehicle
Vehicle
Ahead
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and n on-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and no n-slippery and apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever in
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Vehicles with optional spare tire
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the assisting vehicle's + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
assisting vehicle's - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
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489Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
3. Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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Index
Fuses......................................................... 495
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 497
Locations ........................................ 495, 496
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 408
Gauge ...................................................... 88
Information............................................. 406
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 95
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 68
Refueling ................................................ 406
Gauges ........................................................ 88
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 66
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 345
Glass (care) ............................................... 458
Glove Box ................................................. 157
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 431
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 461
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .............................. 268
Auto Answer .......................................... 312
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .......... 284, 314
Automatic Transferring ................... 282, 312
Caller’s ID Information ............................ 282
Displaying Messages ............................... 326 HFL Buttons ..................................... 268, 297
HFL Menus ...................................... 270, 299
HFL Status Display ........................... 269, 298
Limitations for Manua
l Operation ............ 298
Making a Call .................................. 287, 318
Options During a Call ...................... 291, 323
Phone Setup .................................... 275, 304
Receiving a Call ............................... 290, 322
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 324
Ring Tone ................................................ 313
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 325
Speed Dial ....................................... 285, 315
Text Message .................................. 280, 292
To Clear the System ................................. 283
To Create a Security PIN .................. 281, 311
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .. 309
Use Contact Photo .................................. 313
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 4
HDMI ® Port ............................................... 168
Head Restraints ......................................... 151
Headlights ................................................. 136
Automatic Operation ............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating ................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 160
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 268
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 72
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 342
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 266
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 502
Engine and Transmission ......................... 502
Vehicle Identification ............................... 502
Illumination Control ................................. 142
Knob ....................................................... 142
Immobilizer System .................................. 126
Indicator.................................................... 73
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