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uuWhen DrivinguAcoustic Vehicle Alerting System
Driving
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
Alerts pedestrians when the vehicle transmission is in a position other than
(P and
is traveling at speeds of 22 mph (36 km/h) or less.
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uuWhen DrivinguIntegrated Dynamics System
Driving
Integrated Dynamics System
Constantly controls your vehicle’s engine, transmission, High Voltage battery, EPS,
dampers, brakes, VSA ® and SH-AWD ® according to the mode you select.
You can choose between four modes, QUIET mode, SPORT mode, SPORT+ mode
and TRACK mode by turning the switch on the center console.
Current mode is displayed on the Driver Information Interface, and each mode will
appear differently.
1Integrated Dynamics System
You can set the mode to be selected when you set
the power mode to ON.
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The mode may not be able to be changed under
some driving conditions. If mode change is necessary,
reduce speed or cornering speed.
This message will also be shown if you try to change
modes when any vehicl e systems have failed.
SPORT mode SPORT+ mode
Hold
QUIET mode TRACK mode
Integrated Dynamics
System Mode Switch
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uuWhen DrivinguLaunch Control
Continued
Driving
Launch Control
Your vehicle controls the engine and transmission response to maximize
acceleration from standstill.1.Use the Integrated Dynamics System mode
switch to set the Integrated Dynamics
System mode to TRACK.
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2. Depress the brake pedal firmly and change
the gear position to .
3. Release the parking brake.
1Launch Control
Do not use this system when driving on wet or
slippery surfaces as you may lose control of the
vehicle.
The system puts a tremend ous load on the engine
and transmission. Frequent use of this system may
lead to reduced vehicle life.
The system does not function when: • VSA ® is off.
• The vehicle is not at standstill.
• The gear position is not in .
• A gear other than 1st gear is selected when the
system is in manual mode.
• The parking brake is applied.
• The vehicle is facing uphill or downhill on a steep
slope.
• The transmission temperatur e is too cold or too
hot.
• There is a problem with a vehicle system.
3WARNING
Using this system on public roads that are
used by other vehicles and pedestrians can
result in a collision involving serious injury
or death.
D/M
D/M
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uuWhen DrivinguLaunch Control
Driving
4.While keeping the brake pedal firmly
depressed, depress the accelerator pedal all
the way, beyond th e point when the
transmission downshifts.
5. When Launch Mode Ready is displayed in
the driver information interface, release the
brake pedal at once.
6. To cancel launch mode, take your foot off
the accelerator pedal. Launch Mode
Cancelled is displayed in the driver
information interface.
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uuBrakinguBrake System
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Driving
■ To release automatically
Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.
Use the accelerator pedal to release th e brake when you are starting the vehicle
facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
When on a hill, it may require more
accelerator input to release.
uThe electric parking brake indicator goes off.
You can release the parki ng brake automatically when:
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.
• The power system is on.
• The transmission is not in
(P or (N.
1Parking Brake
In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.
• When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
• When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while
your vehicle is stopped and brake hold is applied.
• When the power system is turned off while brake hold is applied.
• When there is a problem with the Brake Hold
System.
If the parking brake cannot be released
automatically, release it manually.
The parking brake cannot be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:
• Malfunction indicator lamp
• Transmission system indicator
The parking brake may not be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:
• Electric parking brak e system indicator
• VSA ® system indicator
• ABS indicator
• Supplemental restraint system indicator
Accelerator Pedal
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uuBrakinguBrake System
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Driving
Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is
pressed. Use this system only while the vehicl e is temporarily stopped, like at traffic
lights and in heavy traffic.
■Automatic Brake Hold1Automatic Brake Hold
3WARNING
Activating the automatic brake hold system
on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never activate the automatic brake hold
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or
slippery roads.
3WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the
transmission in
(P and applying the parking
brake.
■ Turning on the system
Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
power system. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.
● The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system
is turned on. ■
Activating the system
Depress the brake pedal to come to a complete
stop. The transmission
must be in or
(N .
● The automatic brake hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.
● Release the brake pedal after the
automatic brake hold indicator comes on.D/M
■ Canceling the system
Depress the accelerator
pedal while the
transmission is in or
(R . The system is
canceled and the vehicle
starts to move. ● The automatic brake
hold indicator goes
off. The system
continues to be on.D/M
Accelerator PedalBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes Off
On On
U.S.
Canada
Comes On
Comes On
Comes On
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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System*
Driving
■
Parking sensor system on and off
With the power mode in ON, press the
parking sensor system button to turn the
system on or off. The indicator in the button
comes on when the system is on.
The rear center and corner sensors start to
detect an obstacle when the transmission is in
(R, and the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph
(8 km/h).
The front center and corner sensors start to
detect an obstacle when the transmission is not in
(P , and the vehicle speed is less than 5
mph (8 km/h).
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uuMulti-View Rear CamerauAbout Your Multi-View Rear Camera
Driving
You can view three different camera modes on the rearview display. Touch the
appropriate icon to switch the mode. : Wide view mode
: Normal view mode
: Top down view mode
• If the last used viewing mode was Wide or Normal view mode, the same mode is
selected the next time you put the transmission into
(R .
• If Top down view mode was last used before you turned off the power system,
Wide view mode is selected next time you turn the power system on and put the
transmission into
(R .
• If Top down view mode was last used more than 10 seconds after you change
from
(R , Wide view mode is selected the ne xt time you put the transmission into
(R.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 376
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 377Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 378
Maintenance Minder TM
..................... 379
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch Maintenance Items Under the Hood and Hatch ............................................. 385
Opening the Hatch .......................... 387
Opening the Hood ........................... 388
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 389
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 390
Oil Check ......................................... 391 Adding Engine Oil ............................ 394
Cooling System ................................ 396
Inverter Coolant ............................... 398
Transmission Fluids .......................... 399
Brake Fluid ....................................... 400 Refilling Window Wa
sher Fluid......... 400
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 401
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 404Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 407
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 408Tire Labeling .................................... 408DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 410Wear Indicators................................ 412
Tire Service Life ................................ 412 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 413
Tire Rotation .................................... 414
Winter Tires ..................................... 415
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 416
12-Volt Battery ................................. 417
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 418
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 419CleaningInterior Care .................................... 420
Exterior Care.................................... 422
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 426
Modifications................................... 427
Storage .............................................. 428
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance Minder TM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
• Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system
every 3 years or service item B is indicated.
• Inspect tire condition ev ery 3,100 miles (5,000 km).
Maintenance Minder Message System Message
Indicator
Main Item Sub Items
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A •Replace engine oil *1
B•
Replace engine oil *1
and oil filter
• Inspect front and rear brakes
• Check expiration date for temporary tire repair kit bottle
• Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Inspect suspension components
• Inspect driveshaft boots
• Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)
• Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Inspect exhaust system #
• Inspect fuel lines and connections #
• Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filters every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or every year.
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature. This requires transmission fluid and clutch fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission
fluid and clutch fluid changed every 20,000 miles (32,000 km).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires Twin Motor Unit fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the Twin Motor
Unit fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 •Inspect tire condition
2•Replace air cleaner element *2
• Replace dust and pollen filters *3
3 •Replace transmission fluid *4
• Replace clutch fluid *4
4•
Replace spark plugs
• Inspect valve clearance
• Inspect Active Exhaust Valve function
• Replace Intake Sound Control
5 •Replace engine coolant
6• Replace Twin Motor Unit fluid *5
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