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IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
System Message
Indicator
●Comes on along with a beep when
a problem is detected. A system
message on the multi-information
display appears at the same time.●While the indicator is on, press the
(information) button to see the
message again.
●Refer to the Indicator information in this
chapter when a system message appears
on the multi-information display. Take
the appropriate action for the message.
●The multi-information display does not
return to the normal screen unless the
warning is canceled, or the
button is pressed.
—
Turn Signal
Indicators
●The turn signal indicators blink
when you operate the turn signal
lever.
●If you press the hazard warning
button, both indicators and all turn
signals blink at the same time.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change
the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs  P.
249
P. 251
—
High Beam
Indicator
●Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.
●Comes on with reduced brightness
when Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on.——
Lights On Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO when the
exterior lights are on.●If you remove the key from the ignition
switch while the lights are on, a chime
sounds when the driver’s door is opened.—
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IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Fog Light Indicator●Comes on when the fog lights are
on.——
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
, then goes off.●Comes on when the passenger
side airbag system is automatically
shut off.
●It does not mean there is a problem with
your side airbags.
●Comes on when nobody is sitting in
the passenger seat - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
●Comes on when someone is sitting in
the seat - Have the passenger sit
properly.
Immobilizer System
Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn
the ignition sw itch to ON (w
, then
goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer
system cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
, pull
the key out, and then insert the key and
turn it to ON
(w
again.●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or
add other devices to it. Electrical
problems can occur.
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uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on th e multi-information display. Press the (information) button to see the message again
with the system me ssage indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2Overheating P. 297
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Tighten Fuel Fill Cap Message P. 300
●Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.●Have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.2Daytime Running Lights (DRL) P. 109
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.
●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 232
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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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*1: Default Setting
Setup Group Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable settings
DOOR
SETUP
AUTO DOOR LOCKChanges the setting for the automatic locking
feature.OFF /WITH VEH SPD*1/SHIFT
FROM P
AUTO DOOR UNLOCKChanges the setting for when the doors and the
tailgate unlock automatically.
OFF /DRIVER DOOR With
SHIFT to P*1/ ALL DOORS With
SHIFT to P/ DRIVER DOOR
With IGN OFF /ALL DOORS
With IGN OFF
DOOR LOCK MODESets up either the driver’s door or all doors and the
tailgate to unlock on the first push of the remote.DRIVER DOOR*1/ ALL DOORS
POWER TAILGATE
KEYLESS OPEN MODE *Changes the setting for whether the power tailgate
opens when it is locked or unlocked.ANYTIME*1/WHEN
UNLOCKED
KEYLESS LOCK
ACKNOWLEDGMENTLOCK/UNLOCK - The exterior lights flash LOCK (2nd
push) - The beeper soundsON*1/ OFF
SECURITY RELOCK
TIMERChanges the time it takes for the doors and the
tailgate to relock and the security system to set after
you unlock the vehicle without opening any door
and the tailgate.
90sec/ 60sec/30sec*1
DEFAULT ALLSets/Cancels all the custom ized settings as default.SET/CANCEL
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 86
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................... 87
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 89
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 91
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 93
Auto Door Lock/Unloc k
...................... 93
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ..... 94
Security System ................................ 100
Immobilizer System .... ......................100
Security System Alarm ...................... 100
Opening and Closing the Windows ... 102Opening and Closing the Moonroof
.. 105
Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 106
Turn Signals ..................................... 107
Light Switches.................................. 107
Fog Lights ........................................ 109
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ..........109
Wipers and Washers ........................ 110
Brightness Control ........................... 112
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button........................................ 113
Driving Position Memory System ...... 114
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 116Adjusting the Mirrors
...
.................... 117
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 117
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 117
Adjusting the Seats .
......................... 119
Adjusting the Seat Po sitions .............119
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 128
Interior Lights .................................. 128
Interior Convenience Items .............. 130
Climate Con tro
l System ................... 141
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 141
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 144
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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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uu Opening and Closing the Tailgate u Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
To open or close the power tailgate, do
the following:
■If the power tailgate keyless open
mode is in ANYTIME
Press and hold the tailg at
e button for about
one second.
■If the power tailgate keyless open
mode is in WHEN UNLOCKED
Press the unlock button twice and unlock all
doors and the tailgate first. Then, press and
hold the tailgate button for about one second.
The beeper sounds and some exterior
light flash.
To reverse direction whil e the power tailgate is
in operation, press the button again. The
beeper sounds three times and the tailgate
reverses direction.
■Remote Transmitter1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
If the power tailgate meets resistance while opening
or closing, the auto reve rse feature reverses the
direction. Three beeps sound.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
tailgate is almost closed to make sure that it fully
closes.
Do not touch the sensors located on both sides of the
tailgate. The power tailgate does not close if you
touch either sensor when you are trying to close the
tailgate.
Be careful not to scratch the sensors with a sharp
object. If scratched, they can be damaged, and the
power tailgate closing feature malfunctions.
1 Remote Transmitter
You can change the condition for opening the power
tailgate with the multi-information display.
2 Customized Features P. 79
Tailgate
Button
* Not available on all models
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