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uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus
This command group allows you to ch ange or customize HFL basic settings.
■To set a four-digit passcode to lock the HFL system for security
1. Say “System Setup.”
2. Say “Security.”
3. Follow the HFL prompts and say the four-digit number of your choice.
4. Follow the HFL prompts and confirm the number.
■To change the security passcode
1. Say “System Setup.”
2. Say “Change Passcode” after the prompts.
3. Say the new four-digit passcode after the HFL prompts.
4. Follow the HFL prompts.
■To select a ring tone or a prompt as the incoming call notification
1. Say “System Setup.”
2. Say “Call Notification” after the prompts.
3. Say “Ring Tone” or “Prompt” after the prompts. For no audible notification, say
“Off.”
■System Setup1 System Setup
Press the button before a command.
Once a passcode is set, y ou are required to enter the
passcode with every new key cycle to use HFL.
If you forget the code, go to your dealer to have the
passcode reset. You can also cancel the passcode by
clearing all the data stored in the HFL system. 2 To clear the system P. 180
The default setting of the incoming notification is a
ring tone.
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uu When Driving u Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Monitors the tire pressure while you are dr iving. If your vehicle’s tire pressure
becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on and a
message appears on the multi-information display.
To select the tire pressure monitor, turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
and press the
(information) button until you see
the tire pressure screen.
If all the tire pressures are normal, TIRE
PRESS URE OK will be displayed.
To display the pressure of all four tires, press
the SEL/RESET button.
The pressure for each tire is displayed in PSI
(U.S.) or kPa (Canada).
■Tire Pressure Monitor
1 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Conditions such as low ambient temperature and
altitude change directly affect tire pressure and can
trigger the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come
on.
2 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks P. 297
1Tire Pressure Monitor
The pressure displayed on the multi-information
display can be slightly different from the actual
pressure as measured by a gauge. If there is a
significant di fference between the two values, or if
the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator and the message
on the multi-information di splay do not go off after
you have inflated the tire to the specified pressure,
have the system checked by a dealer.
SYSTEM FUNCTION ERROR may appear if you drive
with the compact spare tire, or there is a problem
with the TPMS.
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uu When Driving u Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
If any tire has low pressure, LOW TIRE
PRESSURE is displayed on the multi-
information display. Ch eck the pressure of
each tire by pressing the SEL/RESET button.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE is displayed when a
tire has significantly lo w pressure. The specific
tire is displayed on the screen.
1 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Tire pressure checked and inflated in:
•Warm weather can beco me under-inflated in
colder weather.
•Cold weather can become over-inflated in warmer
weather.
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will not come
on as a result of over inflation.
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
Maintenance MinderTM
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages
appear on the multi-informat ion display every time you turn the ignition switch to
ON
(w
. The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring
your vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
2. Press the SEL /RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life appears on the
multi-information display.
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder
message.
■Displaying the Engine Oil Life1 Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Based on the engine ope rating conditions, the
remaining engine oi l life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%)Calculated Engine Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91
9090 to 81
80 80 to 71
7070 to 61
60 60 to 51
5050 to 41
40 40 to 31
3030 to 21
20 20 to 16
1515 to 11
10 10 to 6
55 to 1
00
SEL /RESET
Button Maintenance
Service Items
Remaining
Engine Oil Life
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■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Items
*1: If message, SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive primarily 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 filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). (For A/T only.)
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada). (6-cylinder
models only)
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service.
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON (w
.
2. Display the engine oil life by repeatedly pressing the SEL/RESET button.
3. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button for 10 seconds or more.
u The oil life reset mode is displayed on the multi-information display.
4. Select RESET with the button.
u The service code will disappear and the en gine oil life display will return to
100%.
To cancel the oil life reset mode, select CANCEL , then press the SEL/RESET button.
■Resetting the Display1Resetting the Display
NOTICE
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance
service results in the sy stem showing incorrect
maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious
mechanical problems.
The dealer will reset the en gine oil life display after
completing the required ma intenance service. If
someone other than a deal er performs maintenance
service, reset the engine oil life display yourself.
Maintenance
Item Codes
Engine Oil Life
SEL/RESET Button (Information)
Button
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Battery
Checking the Battery
Check the battery condition monthly. Look at
the test indicator window and check the
terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Entering the audio security code P. 142
• The clock resets.
2 Adjusting the Time P. 88
• The navigation system is disabled . A PIN code will be required.
2Refer to the navigation system manual
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
The test indicator’s color information is on the
battery.
3 WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Test Indicator Window
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P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift 
Mode) ................................................ 13, 200
Panic Mode ............................................... 100
Parking ...................................................... 216
Parking Brake ............................................ 212
Parking Brake and Brake System  Indicator ............................................ 64, 296
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 45
Passing Indicators ..................................... 106
Power Windows ........................................ 101
Precautions While Driving ........................ 195
Rain ......................................................... 195
Pregnant Women ....................................... 31
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 281
R
Radiator..................................................... 243
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 146
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 147
Range .......................................................... 78
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 147
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 315
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror  Button ...................................................... 111
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 124
Rearview Mirror (Automatic Dimming) .. 115
Refueling ................................................... 217
Fuel Gauge ............................................ 8, 75 Gasoline ..................................
217, 308, 310
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Regulations ....
........................... 210, 264, 313
Remote Transmitter ................................... 91
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 272
Bulbs ....................................................... 249
Fuses ....................................................... 298
Tires ........................................................ 267
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 259
Reporting Safety Defects ...
...................... 314
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 77
Retractable Master Keys ............................ 89
Reverse Tilt Mirror .................................... 116
S
Safe Driving................................................ 21
Safety Check ............................................... 25
Safety Labels ............................................... 61
Safety Message ........................................... 20
Seat Belts .................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 28
Checking................................................... 32
Fastening .................................................. 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ 
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 55
Pregnant Women ...................................... 31
Reminder .................................................. 27
Warning Indicator ............................... 27, 66Seat Heaters
.....
........................................ 133
Seats .......................................................... 117
Adjusting ................................................ 117
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 121
Front Seats..............................................
117
Rear Seats ............................................... 124
Seat Heaters ........................................... 133
Security System .......................................... 99
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 70
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 71
SEL/RESET Knob .......................................... 76
Select Lever ................................ 13, 197, 201
Operation ................................. 13, 198, 201
Releasing ................................................ 291
Won’t Move ........................................... 291
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 143
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 199
Setting the Clock ........................................ 88
Shift Lever .................................. 13, 197, 201
Shift Position Indicator ............................ 198
Shifting (Transmission) .................... 197, 201
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30
Side Airbags ............................................... 40
Cutoff System ........................................... 42
Off Indicator ............................................. 42
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
Snow Tires ................................................ 269
Spare Tire ................................. 281, 309, 311
Spark Plugs ....................................... 308, 310
Specifications ........................................... 308
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Specified Fuel........................... 217 , 308, 310
Speedometer.............................................. 75
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 36
Starting the Engine .................................. 193
Does Not Start ........................................ 287
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 105
Jump Starting ......................................... 288
Steering Wheel ........................................ 114
Adjusting ................................................ 114
Stopping ................................................... 216
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 132
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 36
Switches (Around the Steering 
Wheel) ............................................ 2, 3, 105
SYNC Mode .............................................. 136
System Message Indicator ......................... 69
T
Tachometer................................................ 75
Temperature .............................................. 78
Gauge ........................................................ 8
Outside Temperature Display .................... 78
Temperature Sensor ................................ 137
Tie-down Anchor ..................................... 131
Time (Setting) ............................................. 88
Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
(TPMS) ..................................................... 208
Indicator ........................................... 68, 297
Tires .......................................................... 261
Air Pressure............................. 262, 309, 311 Checking and Maintaining .......................
261
Inspection ................................................ 261
Labeling .................................................. 262
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 281
Regulations ............................................. 264
Rotation .................................................. 268
Spare Tire ................................ 281, 309, 311
Tire Chains .............................................. 269
Wear Indicators ....................................... 266
Winter ..................................................... 269
Tools ................
.......................................... 280
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 189
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 190
Load Limits .............................................. 189
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 192
Emergency .............................................. 303
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring 
System) .................................................... 208
Indicator ............................................ 68, 297
Transmission ..................................... 197 , 201
Automatic ............................................... 197
Fluid ................................................ 244, 245
Manual .................................................... 201
Number ................................................... 312
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 199
Shift Position Indicator ....................... 13 , 198
Trip Meter .......
............................................ 77
Trip/Reset Switch ........................................ 77
Troubleshooting .......................................
279
Blown Fuse .............................................. 298
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 17Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 18
Emergency Towing ..................................
303
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 287
Noise When Braking .................................. 18
Overheating ............................................ 292
Premium Gasoline ................... 217, 308, 310
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 281
Rear Door Won’t Open........................ 17, 95
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 291
Warning Indicators .................................... 64
Trunk ........................................................... 96
Lid............................................................. 96
Light Bulb........................................ 308, 310
Main Switch .............................................. 98
Unable to Open....................................... 305
Turn Signals .......
....................................... 106
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 69
U
Unlocking the Doors.................................. 91
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the 
Inside ......................................................... 10
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 140, 141
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 166
V
Valet Key..................................................... 90
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 312
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