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Indicators
64Instrument Panel
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
U.S.Canada
Parking Brake
and
Brake System
Indicator t $ P N F T P O C S J F n Z X I F O Z P V U V S O
the ignition switch to ON
II
,
then goes off (comes on when
the parking brake is applied).
t $ P N F T P O X I F O U I F C S B L F n V J E
level is low.
t $ P N F T P O J G U I F S F J T B Q S P C M F N
with the brake system.
t 5 I F C F F Q F S T P V O E T B O E U I F
indicator comes on if you drive
with the parking brake not fully
released. t Comes on while driving - Make sure
the parking brake is released. Check the
C S B L F n V J E M F W F M
What to do when it comes on while
driving P. 2 9 2
t Comes on along with the ABS
indicator - Have the vehicle checked by
a dealer.
If the Brake System Indicator Comes
On P. 2 9 2
Low Oil
Pressure
Indicator t $ P N F T P O X I F O Z P V U V S O U I F
ignition switch to ON
II
, and
goes off when the engine starts.
t $ P N F T P O X I F O U I F F O H J O F P J M
pressure is low. t Comes on during driving -
Immediately stop in a safe place.
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On P. 2 9 0
U.S.
Canada
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Indicators
Continued
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp t $ P N F T P O X I F O Z P V U V S O U I F
ignition switch to ON
II
, and
goes off either when the engine
starts or after several seconds
if the engine is not started. If
"readiness codes" have not been
set, it blinks five times before it
goes off.
t $ P N F T P O J G U I F S F J T B Q S P C M F N
with the emissions control system.
t # M J O L T X I F O B N J T m S F J O U I F
engine's cylinders is detected. t 3 F B E J O F T T D P E F T B S F Q B S U P G U I F P O
y
board diagnostics for the emissions
control systems.
Readiness Codes P. 3 0 9
t Comes on during driving - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer.
t Blinks during driving - Stop in a safe
Q M B D F X I F S F U I F S F B S F O P n B N N B C M F
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 2 9 1
Charging System
Indicator t $ P N F T P O X I F O Z P V U V S O U I F
ignition switch to ON
II
, and
goes off when the engine starts.
t $ P N F T P O X I F O U I F C B U U F S Z J T O P U
charging. t Comes on during driving - Turn off
the climate control system and rear
defogger in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 2 9 0
Transmission
Indicator
(Shift position
indicator )* t $ P N F T P O G P S B G F X T F D P O E T X I F O
you turn the ignition switch to ON
II
,
then goes off.
t # M J O L T J G U I F U S B O T N J T T J P O T Z T U F N
has a problem. t Blinks during driving - Avoid
sudden starts and acceleration and
have the vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
* Not available on all models
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68Instrument Panel
Indicators
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator t $ P N F T P O G P S B G F X T F D P O E T J G Z P V
turn the ignition switch to ON
II
,
then goes off.
t $ P N F T P O J G U I F U S V O L P S B O Z E P P S
is not completely closed. t ( P F T P G G J G B E P P S P S U I F U S V O L J T
closed.
EPS (Electric
Power Steering
System) Indicator t $ P N F T P O X I F O Z P V U V S O U I F
ignition switch to ON
II
, and
goes off when the engine starts.
t $ P N F T P O J G U I F S F J T B Q S P C M F N
with the EPS (Electric Power
Steering System). t Stays on constantly or does not
come on at all - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
If the EPS Indicator Comes On
P. 2 9 2
Low Tire
Pressure/ TPMS
Indicator t $ P N F T P O C S J F n Z X I F O Z P V U V S O
the ignition switch to ON
II
.
t $ P N F T P O J G U I F U J S F Q S F T T V S F
of any of the tires becomes
significantly low.
t # M J O L T G P S B C P V U P O F N J O V U F
and then stays on if there is a
problem with the TPMS, or when
a compact spare tire is temporarily
installed. t Comes on during driving - Stop in
a safe place, check tire pressures, and
J O n B U F U I F U J S F T
J G O F D F T T B S Z
t Blinks and remains on - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If the
vehicle is fitted with a compact spare,
get your regular tire repaired or
replaced and put back on your vehicle
as soon as you can.
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Continued
Controls
Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
Immobilizer System
P. 9 8
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
tlocations with high temperature or high humidity.
Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on tthem.
Keep the keys away from liquids. tDo not take the keys apart except for replacing tthe battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote 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.
Use the keys to start and stop the engine,
and to lock and unlock all the doors, trunk,
and fuel fill door. You can also use the
remote transmitter to lock and unlock the
doors, trunk, and fuel fill door. Models with a driving position system The seat automatically moves to the preset
position when you unlock the door using the
remote transmitter on the master key.
Driving Position Memory System
P.111
The master key folds up inside the remote
transmitter.
1. Press the release button to release the key
out from the transmitter.
Make 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.
Key Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:
Retractable Master KeysPanic Button
Lock
ButtonUnlock
Button Trunk Button
Release
ButtonRelease
ButtonPress
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
90Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the
engine, contact a dealer.
Key Number Tag
Can be used to start and stop the engine,
and lock and unlock driver's door.
Valet Key
Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
104Controls
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
II ON: This is the position when driving.
III
START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
II when you let go of
the key.
Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission models You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
P.
All models If you open the driver's door when the key is in
LOCK
0 or ACCESSORY
I , a warning buzzer will
sound to remind you to take the key out.
When this happens, the following messages appear
on the multi-information display:
In LOCK
t
0 : "REMOVE KEY."
In ACCESSORY
t
I : "REMOVE KEY" The buzzer
will stop when you take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
0 to ACCESSORY
I, turn the key while moving the steering wheel
left and right. The steering wheel will unlock,
allowing the key to turn.
WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
locks the steering. If you do this while the
vehicle is in motion, you can lose control
of the vehicle.
Only remove the key from the ignition
switch when parked.
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Wipers and Washers
108Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
II
.
MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you
release the lever. Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain. Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
Windshield Wipers and Washers NOTICE Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged. NOTICE In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may
damage the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving,
the wipers make a single sweep.
The wiper operation of the shortest delay setting
(
) and the LO setting become the same when the
vehicle speeds up.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Long delayShort delay
Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
MIST OFF INT: Low speed with
intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe Intermittent Time
Adjustment RingPull
to use
washer.
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
113
Controls
Adjusting the Steering WheelThe steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that
you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever
up.
The steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out. Make sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3. Push the steering wheel adjustment
lever down to lock the steering wheel in
position. After adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position
while driving may cause you to lose
control of the vehicle and be seriously
injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.
To lock
Lever To a d j u s t
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181
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Driving
Cruise Control .................................... 201
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka
ESC (Electronic Stability Control),
System ............................................ 204
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ............................................ 206
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)-
Required Federal Explanation ........... 208
Braking
Brake System ......................................210
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .............212
Brake Assist System .............................213Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ....................................214
Parking ...............................................214
Refueling
Fuel Information .................................215
How to Refuel .....................................216
Fuel Economy ...................................... 218
Improving Fuel Economy .....................218
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories .........................................219
Modifications ......................................219 Before Driving
Driving Preparation ............................ 182
Maximum Load Limit ......................... 185
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation ............................ 187
Driving Safely with a Trailer ................ 189
Towing Your Vehicle .......................... 190
When Driving
Starting the Engine .............................191
Precautions While Driving ...................193
Automatic Transmissions .................... 194
Shifting (Automatic Transmission) ...... 195
Shifting (Manual Transmission) ........... 199
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192Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
3. Turn the ignition switch to START III
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Starting the Engine
Do not hold the key in START
III
for more than 15
seconds.
If the engine does not start right away, wait for at
tleast 10 seconds before trying again.
If the engine starts, but then immediately stops, twait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is
used, the engine's fuel system is disabled
Immobilizer System
P. 9 8
Starting to Drive
Automatic transmission models 1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check
that the brake system indicator has gone off.
Parking Brake
P. 2 1 0
2. Put the shift lever in D
. Select R
when reversing.
3. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to
pull away.