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Pull the handle to open the cargo floor lid.
Located on the side panel in the cargo area.
Pull up the handle and remove the lid.
■Under-floor Storage Area
Handle
■Side Storage Compartment
Handle

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■Front seat beverage holders
Slide the lid and the tray to use the front seat
beverage holders.
■Rear seat beverage holders
Fold the armrest down and pull the lid to use
the rear seat beverage holders. To close the
lid, push it down until it latches.
■Beverage Holders1 Beverage Holders
NOTICESpilled liquids can damage th e upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the interior.
Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.
Hot liquid can scald you.
When you put back the armrest in the center seat-
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The accessory power sockets can be used when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY
q or ON w*1.
■Accessory power socket (next to the
shift lever)
Slide the lid forward until it latches to use it.
■Accessory power socket (console
compartment)
Open the console lid and the cover to use it.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ig nition switch.
■Accessory Power Sockets1Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICEDo not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element. This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120
watts or less (10 amps).
When both sockets are being used, the combined
power rating of the accessories should not exceed
120 watts (10 amps).
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.

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There are coat hooks on the rear left and right
grab handles. Pull them down to use them.
Use the floor cargo hooks to secure luggage in
the cargo area.
■Coat Hooks1Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy
items.
■Cargo Hooks
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To open the sunglasses holder, push on the
lid. To close, push it again until it latches.
You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.
■Sunglasses Holder1 Sunglasses 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*1 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. uThe appropriate indicator will be on
while the seat heater is on. When a
comfortable temperature is reached,
select LO to keep the seat warm.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
■Front Seat Heaters*1 Front Seat 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.
3WARNING
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.
* Not available on all models

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If the power mode is in ON:
Seat heater - The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger’s seatback
due to the side airbag cutoff system.
Seat ventilation - The HI setting ventilates
the seats faster than the LO setting.
Press the seat heater or the seat ventilation
button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF setti ng (no indicators on)
When a comfortable temperature is reached
while using the seat heat ers in HI, select MID
or LO to keep the seat warm.
■Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*1 Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*
Do not use the seat heater s and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the engine is OFF. Under such
conditions, the battery ma y be weakened, making
the engine difficult to start.
3WARNING
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.
* Not available on all models

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If the ignition switch is in ON w*1: The HI
setting heats the seats faster than the LO
setting.
There is no heater in the rear center seating
position.
While in HI, the heater cycles on and off.
u The appropriate indicator will be on
while the seat heater is on. When a
comfortable temperature is reached,
select LO to keep the seat warm.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
■Rear Seat Heaters*1 Rear Seat 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.
3WARNING
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.
* Not available on all models

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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch to START e*1 and check the
starter.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2 Checking the Battery P. 309●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 338
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 223
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 120
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 87
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 343
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 344
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 329

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Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
The current rating in brackets indicate that
you may find a fuse in the location even if
your particular model is not equipped with
the device the fuse is used for.■Primary Engine Compartment
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
1Battery120 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box STD40 A
2−−
−−
Headlight Washer*30 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box Option40 A
Right e-pretensioner*30 A
Left e-pretensioner*30 A
3IG Main50 A
Sub Fan Motor40 A
−−
Driver’s Fuse Box STD60 A
Main Fan Motor40 A
Driver’s Light Main30 A
Wiper Motor30 A
−−
4Heater Motor40 A
5Passenger’s Light Main30 A
6−−
7−−
8Rear Defroster40 A
9Trailer Turn/Stop Lights7.5 A
10Stop & Horn15 A
11Trailer Small Lights7.5 A
12ADS*30 A
13IG Coil15 A
14FI Sub15 A
15Back Up10 A
16Interior Light7.5 A
17FI Main15 A
18DBW15 A
19Woofer15 A
20MG Clutch7.5 A
21Radiator Fan Timer7.5 A
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
* Not available on all models