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Use the tie-down anchors to secure luggage in
the cargo area.
The cargo hooks on both sides of the luggage
area can be used to hang a light items.
■Tie-down Anchors
Anchors
■Cargo Hooks1 Cargo Hooks
NOTICEDo not hang a large object or an object that weighs
more than 6lbs (3kg) on the side cargo hooks.
Hanging heavy or large ob jects may damage the
hooks.
Hooks
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To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To clos e, push it again until
it latches.
You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.
■Sunglasses Holder1Sunglasses Holder
Keep the holder closed while driving except when
accessing stored items.
Push
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The ignition switch must be in ON (w
to use
the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger’s seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.
While in HI , the heater cycles on and off.
u The appropriate indicator will be on
while the seat heater is on. Briefly
press the button on the opposite side
to turn the heater off. The indicator
will be off. When a comfortable
temperature is reached, select LO to
keep the seat warm.
■Seat Heaters1Seat Heaters
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3 WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
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The tonneau cover can be used to
conceal your parcels and protect them
from direct sunlight.
■To extend:
Pull the handle on the center edge, then clip
the mounting rods in the hooks on both sides
of the hatch opening.
■To retract:
Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll
it back until it is completely retracted.
■To remove:
Push either end of th e housing inward, then
lift it out of its position.
■Tonneau Cover1Tonneau Cover
Do not access parcels in the cargo area while driving.
This may cause injury if you have to brake hard.
Do not stack objects higher than the top of the seat
in the cargo area. They could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a sudden stop.
To prevent tonneau cover damage:
•Do not place items on the tonneau cover.•Do not put weight on the tonneau cover.Handle
Hook
Mounting Rod
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USB Adapter Cable
1. Unclip the USB connector and loosen the
adapter cable.
2. Connect the iPod ® dock connector or the
USB flash drive to the USB connector.
Audio Antenna
Your vehicle is equipp ed with a removable
antenna at the rear of the roof.
1USB Adapter Cable
•Do not leave the iPod ® or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•Do not use an extension cable with the USB
adapter cable.
•Do not connect the iPod ® or USB flash drive using a
hub.
•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.
•We recommend backing up your data before using
the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod® , try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod® or visit www.apple.com/
ipod .
1Audio Antenna
NOTICEBefore using a “drive-through” car wash, remove the
antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This prevents the
antenna from being damaged by the car wash
brushes.
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uu General Information on the Audio System u Recommended CDs
■Protecting CDs
Follow these precautions when handling or storing CDs:
• Store a CD in its case when it is not being played.
• When wiping a CD, use a soft clean cloth from the center to the outside edge.
• Handle a CD by its edge. Never touch either surface.
• Never insert foreign objects into the CD player.
• Keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.
• Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.
• Avoid fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens on the CD.1Protecting CDs
NOTICEDo not insert a damaged CD. It may be stuck inside
and damage the audio unit.
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Examples:
●Damaged CDs
Bubbled/
WrinkledWith Label/
Sticker Using
Printer Label
Kit
Sealed With Plastic Ring
● Poor quality CDs
Chipped/
Cracked Warped Burrs
●
Small CDs
3-inch
(8-cm)
CD
● Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and
excessively thick CDs
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HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
The HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver can be prog rammed to operate up to three
remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or
home security systems.
Refer to the safety information that comes with your garage door opener to test that
the safety features are functioning properly. If you do not have the safety
information, contact the manufacturer.
Before programming HomeLink, make sure that people and objects are out of the
way of the garage or gate to pr event potential injury or damage.
When programming a garage door opener, park just outside the garage
door’s path.
Training HomeLink
If you have not trained any of the buttons in
HomeLink before, you should erase any
previously learned codes. To do this:
• Press and hold the tw o outside buttons for
about 20 seconds, until the red indicator
blinks. Release the bu ttons, and proceed to
step 1.
• If you are training the second or third
button, go directly to step 1.
■Important Safety Precautions
1HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
HomeLink ® is a registered tr ademark of Johnson
Controls., Inc.
Before programming HomeLink to operate a garage
door opener, confirm that the opener has an external
entrapment protection system, such as an “electronic
eye,” or other safety and re verse stop features. If it
does not, HomeLink may not be able to operate it.
Red Indicator
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
•Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood
is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 259
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICEWhen doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes in
the hole.
Heat from the engine an d exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 193
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be th rown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An obj
ect or unsecured floor mat can inte rfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driv ing and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock a ll doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 91
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 119
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 121
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 117
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 116
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo ar ea or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
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Towing equipment varies by the size of your trailer, how much load you are towing,
and where you are towing.
■Hitches
The hitch must be of an approved type and properly bolted to the underbody.
■Safety chains
Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Leave enough slack to allow the
trailer to turn corners easily, but do not allow the chains to drag on the ground.
■Trailer brakes
There are two common types of trailer brakes: surge and electric. Surge brakes are
common for boat trailers, since the brakes will get wet. If you choose electric brakes,
be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic system, as it wi ll lower braking effectiveness and create a
potential hazard.
■Additional towing equipment
Many states and provinces/te rritories require special outside mirrors when towing a
trailer. Even if mirrors are not required in your locale, you should install special
mirrors if visibility is restricted in any way.
■Trailer light
Trailer lights and equipment must comply wi th federal, state, province/territory, and
local regulations. Check with your local trailer sales or rental agency for the
requirements in the area where you plan to tow.
■Towing Equipment and Accessories1Towing Equipment and Accessories
Make sure that all equipmen t is properly installed and
maintained, and that it meet s federal, state, province/
territory, and local regulations.
Consult your trailer sales or rental agency if any other
items are recommended or required for your towing
situation.
The lighting and wiring of tr ailers can vary by type
and brand. If a connector is required, it should only
be installed by a qualified technician.
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