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To select a memorized position, do
this:Press the desired memory button
(1 or 2) until you hear a beep.
The system will move the seat,
steering wheel, and outside mirrors
to the memorized positions. The
indicator in the selected memory
button will f lash during movement.
When the adjustments are complete,
you will hear two beeps, and the
indicator will remain on.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. To change the ‘‘MEMORY
POSITION LINK’’ setting, see page
.
To cancel the storing procedure
after pressing the MEMO button:
Do not press a memory button
within 5 seconds.
Readjust the outside mirror
position.
Each memory button stores only one
driving position. Storing a new
position erases the previous setting
stored in that button’s memory.
All stored driving positions will be
lost if your vehicle’s battery goes
dead or is disconnected. Readjust the seat or steering
position.
1. 2.
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Selecting a Memorized Position
Driving Posit ion Memory Syst em
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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MEMORY BUTTONS
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Press any button on the control
panel: MEMO, 1, or 2.
Adjust the outside mirrors. Shif t out of Park. Push any of the adjustment
switches f or the seat or steering
wheel.
If you select a memorized position
without pushing the ignition switch
knob or inserting the built-in key in
the ignition switch, only the seat and
outside mirrors will adjust. To get
the system to also adjust the steering
wheel, push and turn the ignition
switch or insert the built-in key in
the ignition switch. You will hear two
beeps when it is complete. You can use the adjustment switches
to change the positions of the seat,
steering wheel, or outside mirrors
af ter they are in their memorized
position. If you change the
memorized position, the indicator in
the memory button will go out. To
keep this driving position f or later
use, you must store it in the driving
position memory.
To stop the system’s automatic
adjustment, do any of the f ollowing:
Driving Posit ion Memory Syst em
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You can extend the sun visor f urther
by pulling it back. To use a sun visor, pull it down. You
can also use a sun visor at the side
window. Remove the support rod
f rom the clip, and swing the sun
visor toward the side window.There are two accessory power
sockets. One is located in the f ront
of the center console. To use the
power socket, push and release the
lid, then push it f orward until the
socket comes to the proper position
to use.
Do not use the sun visor extension
feature over the rear view mirror.
Make sure to slide a sun visor
forward to set it to the normal length
bef ore f lipping it back in place.
Make sure you put the sun visor
back in place when you are getting
into or out of the vehicle.
Interior Convenience Items
Sun Visors
A ccessory Power Sockets
156
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Vents, Heating, and A/C, Climate Control
162
TEMPERATURE DISPLAYRECIRCULATION
BUTTONAUTO
BUTTON
OFF
BUTTON
DUAL BUTTON
TEMPERATURE CONTROL BARS
REAR
WINDOW
DEFOGGER/
MIRROR
HEATER
BUTTON
INTERFACE DIAL
WINDSHIELD
DEFROSTER BUTTON
A/C
BUTTON
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The outside air intakes f or the
climate control system are at the
base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
Thesystemshouldbeleftinfresh
air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C of f ,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.This button turns the windshield
def rost on and of f .
You can select the vents air flows
f rom. Some air will f low f rom the
dashboard corner and side vents in
all modes.
When you push this button, air f lows
f rom the def roster vents at the base
of the windshield, and the system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode and turns on the A/C. When
the indicator in the button is on, the
passenger’s temperature cannot be
set separately f rom the driver’s.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger on and of f (see page ).
Pushing this button also turns the
power mirror heaters on and of f .
Press the A/C button to view the
climate control display, then push
the interf ace selector down. Select
any of the modes by turning the
interf ace knob.
When the indicator in the button is
on, air f rom the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in f rom the outside of the
vehicle (fresh air mode).
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Recirculation Button Mode Control
Windshield Def roster Button
Rear Window Def ogger
Button
Vents, Heating, and A/C, Climate Control
Features
165
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood is f ully closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors and the
trunk are securely closed and
locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
pages and ).
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel and the
messages on the multi-inf ormation
display (see page , and).
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10. 17
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111
122 123
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Preparing to Drive
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Many states and Canadian provinces
require special outside mirrors when
towing a trailer. Even if they don’t,
you should install special mirrors if
you cannot clearly see behind you, or
if the trailer creates a blind spot.
Askyourtrailersalesorrental
agency if any other items are
recommended or required f or your
towing situation.When preparing to tow, and bef ore
driving away, be sure to check the
f ollowing:
The vehicle has been properly
serviced, and the tires, brakes,
suspension, cooling system, and
lights are in good operating
condition.
Thehitch,safetychains,andany
other attachments are secure.
All items in or on the trailer are
properly secured and cannot shif t
while you drive. All weights and loads are within
limits. Your vehicle tires and spare are
properly inf lated, and the trailer
tires and spare are inflated as
recommended by the trailer
maker. The lights and brakes on your
vehicle and the trailer are working
properly.
A dditional T owing Equipment Pre-T ow Checklist
Towing a Trailer
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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation
367
Battery
FusesEngine
Tires
Lights
Alignment
12 V
12 V
60 W
24/2.2 CP
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
3CP
21 W
21 W
55 W
5W
8W
8W
5W
2CP
5W
Capacity
Interior
Under-hood 12 V
12 V
55 AH/5 HR
72 AH/20 HR Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Spark plug gap
3.54x3.58in(89x93mm)
212 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
11.0 : 1
IZFR6K11
SKJ20DR-M11
0.04 in (1.1 mm)
Size
Pressure 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0°8’
1°15’
2°10’
P245/50R17 98V
T155/70D17 110M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
SOHC VTEC V-6 gasoline engine
See page 359and 360or the fuse
label attached to the inside of
each fuse box cover.
See page 358or the fuse box
cover.
Headlights (High Beam)
Front turn signal
Front side marker
Rear turn signal lights
Back-up light
Fog lights
License plate lights
Ceiling lights
Vanity mirror lights
Door courtesy lights
Trunk light
Low beam headlight bulbs are a type of high voltage discharge
tube (D2S). Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front
Rear
NGK:
DENSO:
Front/Rear
Spare
Front
Rear
Spare
(Amber)
: (Amber)
0
0.1 mm
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Fluids..........
Automatic Transmission . 310
..........................................
Brake .311
..........................
Power Steering .312
..................
Windshield Washer . 310
.....................................
Fog Lights .106
........................
Four-way Flashers .109
............................
Front Airbags .11, 27
......................................
Front Seat .119
....................................
Adjusting .119
.......................................
Heaters .142
...................................
Airbags .11, 27
...........................
Air Ventilation .143
.................................................
Fuel .248
.........................
Check Fuel Cap .250
......................
Fill Door and Cap .249
...........................................
Gauge .68
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .64
................
Octane Requirement . 248
Opening the Fuel Fill Door ................................
Manually .351
...............................
Oxygenated .248
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .249
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .354 ................
Gas Mileage Improving . 254
.........................................
Gasoline .248
...........................................
Gauge .68
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .64
................
Octane Requirement . 248
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .249
................
Gas Station Procedures . 249
.............................................
Gauges .68
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 68
...............................................
Fuel .68
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .284
............
Gearshif t Lever Positions . 265
......................................
Glove Box .153
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight .......................................
Rating) .284
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 314
........................
Hands Free Link .231
............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 109Headlights
Adaptive Front Lighting System ......................................
(AFS) .107
........................................
Aiming .314
..................
Automatic Lighting . 105
.........
Daytime Running Lights . 106
..................
High Beam Indicator . 64
....................
Lights On Indicator .62
..........
Low Beams, Turning on . 104
.......................
Reminder Chime .104
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 314
..........
High beams, Turning on . 104
...................................
Washer .102
............................
Head Restraints .120
...............................
Heated Mirror .123
...................................
Heater, Seat .142
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 264
HomeLink Universal ................................
Transceiver .204
.......................
Hood, Opening the .251
................................................
Horn .101
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 364
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 338
.......................................
Jack, Tire .337
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Jump Starting .343
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Keys .113
................
Keyless Access System . 127...............
Keyless Access Remote . 128
...........
Keyless Memory Settings . 134
.......................
Label, Certif ication .364
...............
Lane Change, Signaling . 104
........................
Lap/Shoulder Belts .21
........................
Lights On Indicator .62
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .314
.......................................
Indicator .59
......................................
Position .104
................................
Turn Signal .104
.....................................
Load Limit .283
....
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 115
Locks .....
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 115
........................
Childproof Door .118
............................
Fuel Fill Door .249
..................................
Glove Box .153
...............................
Power Door .116
.........................................
Trunk .117
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Trunk Pass-through Cover . 121
........................
Low Coolant Level .253
Ignition
............................................
Keys .113
.........................................
Switch .115
............
Timing Control System . 372
......................
Immobilizer System .114
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 8
.........................................
Indicators .60
ABS (Anti-lock Brake ............................
System) .62, 275
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .61, 274
................
Charging System . 60,348
.............................
Cruise Control .64
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .64
...................................
High Beam .64
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 62
......................................
Low Fuel .64
................
Low Oil Pressure . 60,348
Low Tire Pressure ...........................
Indicator .65, 277
.......................................
Message .66
......................................
SH-AWD .65
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .61
...............................................
SRS .61 Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .63
..
VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) . 63
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 59
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .41
......................................
Inf ant Seats .41
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 49
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire . 325
.................................
Inside Mirror .122
.............................
Inspection, Tire .326
............................
Instrument Panel .59
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 109
................
Interf ace Dial . 163,171,208
...............................
Interior Lights .160
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Introduction .i
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