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■Customization flow
CHG SETTING
Press and hold the button.
DEFAULT ALL
EXIT
METER SETUP
POSITION SETUP
LIGHTING SETUP
DOOR SETUP
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY
LANGUAGE SELECTION
ELAPSED TIME RESET
TRIP A RESET with REFUEL
MEMORY POSITION LINK
INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME
AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER
AUTO DOOR LOCK
SECURITY RELOCK TIMER
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
DOOR LOCK MODE
POWER TAILGATE KEYLESS OPEN MODE *
SEL/RESET
Press and hold the button.
EXIT
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT
* Not available on all models
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■List of customizable options
*1: Default Setting
Setup Group Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable settings
METER
SETUP
LANGUAGE SELECTIONChanges the displayed language.ENGLISH*1/FRENCH /SPANISH
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.
DISPLAYAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.-5°F ~ ±0°F*1 ~ +5°F
TRIP A RESET with
REFUELSets Trip A and the average fuel economy to reset
when you refuel.ON /OFF*1
ELAPSED TIME RESETChanges the resetting conditions of the elapsed
time.IGN OFF*1/TRIP A/ TRIP B
POSITION
SETUPMEMORY POSITION LINKChanges the driver’s seat position to a stored
setting.ON*1/ OFF
LIGHTING
SETUP
INTERIOR LIGHT
DIMMING TIMEChanges the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.60sec /30sec*1/15sec
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF
TIMER Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver’s door.
60sec
/30sec/ 15sec
*1/0sec
AUTO LIGHT
SENSITIVITY Changes the timing for the headlights to come on.
MAX/HIGH/ MID
*1/LOW /MIN
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■Example for customization settings
The steps for changing the TRIP A RESET with REFUEL setting to ON are shown
below. The default setting for TRIP A RESET with REFUEL is OFF.
1.Press and hold the button until
CHG SETTING appears on the display.
2. Press the SEL /RESET button to go into the
METER SETUP group.
3. Press the SEL /RESET button again.
u LANGUAGE SELECTION appears first in
the display.
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4. Press the button until TRIP A
RESET with REFUEL appears on the
display, then press the SEL/RESET button.
u The display swit ches to the
Customization setup screen, where you
can select ON, OFF , or EXIT .
5. Press the button and select ON,
then press the SEL/RESET button.
u The ON setup screen appears, then the
display returns to the Customization
menu screen.
6. Press the button until EXIT
appears in the display, then press the SEL/
RESET button.
7. Repeat step 6 until you return to the normal
screen.
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the key to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, tailgate, and
fuel fill door. You can also use the remote
transmitter to lock and unlock the doors,
tailgate, and fuel fill door.
The master key folds up inside the
remote transmitter.
1. Press the release button to release the key
out from the transmitter.
u Mak
e sure to fully extend the key.
2. To close the key, press the release button
then push the key inside the transmitter
until you hear a click.
■Retractable Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 100
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 apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
If the key is not fully extended, the immobilizer
system may not work properly, and the engine may
not start.
Avoid contact with the key whenever it extends or
retracts.
Panic
Button Power
Tailgate
Button Lock
Button
Release
Button
Unlock
Button
Release
Button
Unlock
Button
Panic
Button Lock
Button
Model with power tailgate
Model without power tailgate
Release Button
Press
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash, all the doors,
tailgate, and fuel fill door lock, and the
security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the
first push): u A beeper sounds and veri
fies the security
system is set.
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver’s door and fuel fill door unlock.
Twice: u The rem aining doors and the
tailgate unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 128
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote transmitter will not work when the key is
in the ignition switch. The remote will not lock the
vehicle when a door or tailgate is open.
If the distance at which th e remote transmitter works
varies, the battery is probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 270
LED
Lock
Button
Unlock
Button
LED
Lock
Button
Unlock
Button
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Fully insert the key and turn it.
If you are using the master key, make sure it is
fully extended.
■Locking the driver’s door
Pull the lock tab rearward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
■Locking the passenger’s doors
Pull the lock tab rearwa rd and close the door.
■Lockout prevention system
The doors and the tailgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch,
and any door or the tailgate is open.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all the
other doors, tailgate, and fuel fill door lock at the
same time. When unlocking, the driver’s door and
fuel fill door unlock first. Turn the key a second time
within a few seconds to unlock the remaining doors
and the tailgate.
LockUnlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1 Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors,
the tailgate, and fuel fill door lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
■Locking a door
Pull the lock tab rearward.
■Unlocking a door
Push the lock tab forward.
Pull the front door inner handle. u Th
e door unlocks and opens in one
motion.
■Using the Lock Tab1 Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
driver’s door, all the other doors, tailgate, and fuel fill
door lock at the same time.
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the
driver’s door, only the driver’s door will unlock.
To Unlock
Lock TabTo Lock
■Unlocking Using the Inner Handle of Front Doors1 Unlocking Using the Inner Handle of Front Doors
The front door inner handles are designed to allow
front seat occupants to open the door in one motion.
However this feature requires that front seat
occupants never pull a front door inner handle while
the vehicle is in motion.
Children should always ride in a rear seat where
childproof door locks are provided. 2 Childproof Door Locks P. 93
Inner Handle
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Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate.
■Using the Master Door Lock Switch1Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock the driver’s door using the
master lock switch, all the other doors, tailgate, and
fuel fill door lock/unlock at the same time.
Master Door
Lock Switch
To Unlock
To Lock
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 190
Maximum Load Limit........................ 193
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .... ......................195
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 197
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 198
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 199
Precautions While Driv ing.................
201
Automatic Transmission ................... 202
Shifting ............................................ 203Cruise Control ................................
. 207Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 210
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 212
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ........... 214
Braking
Brake System ................................... 216
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 218
Brake Assist System......................... . 219
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped............ ..................... 220 Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 221
How to Refuel ................................. 222
Fuel Economy .................................... 224
Improving Fuel Econom y ..................224
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 225
Modifications................................... 225
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