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*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizabl
e Features Description Selectable Settings
Meter Setup Language Selection
Changes the displayed language. English
*1/
Français /
Español
Adjust Outside Temp. 
Display Adjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees. -5°F ~ 
±0°F
*1 ~ +5°F
(U.S.)
-3°C  ~ ±0°C
*1 ~ +3°C
(Canada)
“Trip A” Reset Timing Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A, 
average fuel economy A, average speed A, and elapsed 
time A. When Refueled
/IGN Off/
Manually Reset
*1
“Trip B” Reset Timing Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter B, 
average fuel economy B, av
erage speed B, and elapsed 
time B. When Refueled
/IGN Off/
Manually Reset*1
Auto Idle Stop Guidance 
Screens*Selects whether the Auto Idle Stop guidance screens 
comes on. On
/Off*1
Turn by Turn Display*Selects whether the turn-b y-turn display comes on 
during the route guidance. On*1/
Off
* Not available on all models
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Driving 
Position 
Setup
Memory Position LinkTurns the driving position memory system on and 
off.On*1/Off
Seat Position Movement 
At Entry/ExitDepending on the set seating position the driver seat 
may move forward or rearward when entering/
exiting the vehicle.
On*1/Off
Auto Seat Belt Tension*Turns the auto seatbelt te nsion setting for the seat 
belt e-pretensioner on and off.On*1/ Off
Keyless 
Access 
Setup Door Unlock Mode
Changes which doors unlock when you grab the 
driver’s door handle. Driver Door Only
*1/
All Doors
Keyless Access Beep 
Volume Changes the beep volume.
High
*1/Low
Keyless Access Light 
Flash Causes some exterior li
ghts to flash when you 
unlock/lock the doors. On
*1/
Off
Keyless Access Beep Causes the beeper to sound when you unlock/lock 
the doors. On
*1/
Off
Remote Start System On/
Off
*Turns the remote engine start feature on and off. On*1/Off
* Not available on all models
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
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 
TimerChanges the length of time  the exterior lights stay 
on after you close the driver’s door.60sec /30sec /15sec*1/ 0sec
Auto Light  SensitivityChanges the timing for the  headlights to come on.Max/High /Mid*1/Low/ Min
Door Setup Auto Door Lock
Changes the setting for when the doors 
automatically lock. With Vehicle Speed
*1/
Shift 
From P /Off
Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors 
automatically unlock. All Doors When Driver’s 
Door Opens
*1/
All Doors 
When Shifted To Park /All 
Doors When Ignition 
Switched Off/Off
Key And Remote Unlock 
Mode Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock 
on the first operation of the remote or built-in key.
Driver Door
*1/ All Doors
Keyless Lock Answer 
Back LOCK/UNLOCK- The exte
rior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds. On
*1/
Off
Security Relock Timer Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and 
the security system to set after you unlock the 
vehicle without opening any door.
90sec
/60sec /30sec
*1
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
IDS SetupPreferred IDS ModeChanges the Integrated Dynamics System mode 
setting for when you set the power mode to ON.Last Used*1/Econ /Normal /
Sport
Maintenance 
Info. Maintenance Reset
Resets/Cancels the engine oil life display when you 
have performed the maintenance service.  Cancel
/Reset
Default All—Cancels/Resets all the customized settings as 
default.Cancel /Set
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■Example of customization settings
The steps for changing the  “Trip A” Reset Timing setting to When Refueled  are 
shown below. The default setting for  “Trip A” Reset Timing is Manually Reset .
1. Roll the right selector wheel to select 
Vehicle Settings , then push the right 
selector wheel. 
2. Roll the right selector wheel until  Meter 
Setup  appears on the display.
3. Push the right selector wheel.
u Language Selection  appears first on 
the display.
*1 : Models with full color display
*2 : Models without full color display
*1 *2
*1*2
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4. Roll the right selector wheel until  “Trip A” 
Reset Timing  appears on the display, then 
push the right selector wheel.
u The display swit ches to the 
customization setup screen, where you 
can select  When Refueled , IGN Off, 
Manually Reset , or Exit .
5. Roll the right selector wheel and select 
When Refueled , then push the right 
selector wheel.
u The When Refueled Setup screen 
appears, then the di splay returns to the 
customization menu screen.
6. Roll the right selector wheel until  Exit 
appears on the display, then push the right 
selector wheel.
7. Repeat Step 6 until you return to the 
normal screen.
*1 : Models with full color display
*2 : Models without full color display
*1 *2
*1*2
*1*2
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 138
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 139
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ......................................... 141
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the  Outside .......................................... 142
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Inside ............................................. 148
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 150
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 151
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 152
Security System ................................ 155
Immobilizer System .......................... 155 Security System Alarm...................... 155Opening and Closing the Windows
.... 158Opening and Closing the Moonroof....... 160Operating the Switches Around the 
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 161
Turn Signals ..................................... 164
Light Switches.................................. 165
Fog Lights
*...................................... 168
Daytime Running Lights ................... 168
Wipers and Washers ........................ 169
Brightness Control ........................... 172
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror  Button........................................ 173
Driving Position Memory System ...... 174
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 176
Adjusting the Mirrors ....................... 177
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 177
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 178
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 179
Front Seats ...................................... 179
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience 
Items ................................................ 186
Interior Lights .................................. 186
Interior Convenience Items .............. 188
Climate Control System ................... 198
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 198
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......206
* Not available on all models
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Clock
Adjusting the Clock
You can also adjust the time manually in the audio/information screen, with the 
power mode in ON.
■Using the Settings menu on th e audio/information screen
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to   select  System Settings, then 
press .
u Repeat the procedure to select  Clock 
Adjustment .
3. Rotate   to change hour, then press  .
4. Rotate   to change minute, then press 
.
■Adjusting the Time
1Adjusting the Clock
These indications are used  to show how to operate 
the interface dial.
Rotate   to select.
Press  to enter.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12 
hour clock or 24 hour clock. 2 Customized Features  P. 257
You can turn the clock display in the audio/
information screen on and off. 2 Customized Features  P. 257
The clock is automatica lly updated through the 
navigation system, so the ti me does not need to be 
adjusted.
Models with navigation system
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keyless access remote to start and 
stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the 
doors and trunk. You can also use the keyless 
access system to lock and unlock the doors 
and trunk.1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The 
immobilizer system helps protect against vehicle 
theft.
2 Immobilizer System  P. 155
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advi ce 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 apart except for replacing the 
battery.
If the circuits in the keys  are damaged, the engine 
may not start, and the keyless access system may not 
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them 
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the  engine using the two-way 
keyless access remote.
2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle 
Feedback
* P. 325
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Models without two-way keyless 
access remote
Models with two-way keyless 
access remote
* Not available on all models
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