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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The accessory power sockets can be used wh en the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY 
(q or ON (w*1.
■Accessory power socket in the console 
compartment
Open the console lid and the cover to use it.
■Accessory power socket (cargo area)*2
Open the cover to use it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
*2: Canadian models only, if equipped
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do 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 180 
watts or less (15 amps).
To prevent battery drain,  only use the power socket 
with the engine running.
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Controls
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control
The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select. 
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers 
the interior temperature to your  preference as quickly as possible.
Use the system when the engine is running.
1. Press the  AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature us ing the temperature control dial.
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the dr iver’s side or passenger’s side control 
dial.
3. Press the   (on/off) button to cancel.1Using Automatic Climate Control
Press the  CLIMATE  button to display  A/C, MODE, 
fan control information on the audio/information 
screen to operate  manually. Select ic on to turn on or 
off  A/C , change the vent mode , or change the fan 
speed.
If any buttons are presse d while using the climate 
control system in auto, the function of the button 
that was pressed will take priority.
The  AUTO  indicator will go  off, but functions 
unrelated to the button that  were pressed will be 
controlled automatically.
During idle-stops, air-conditioning is suspended, and 
only the blower remains active.
If you do not want air-cond itioning suspended, press 
the Auto Idle Stop  OFF button to cancel idle-stop.
To prevent cold air from bl owing in from outside, the 
fan may not start i mmediately when the  AUTO 
button is pressed.
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down 
more rapidly by partial ly opening the windows, 
turning the system on auto, and setting the 
temperature to low. Change the fresh mode to 
recirculation mode  until the temperature cools down.
When you set the temperat ure to the lower or upper 
limit,  Lo or  Hi is displayed.
Models without SYNC buttonModels with SYNC button
Models without SYNC button
Models with SYNC button
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uuClimate Control System uUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
■Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
Press the   (recirculation) or   (fre sh air) button to switch the mode 
depending on environmental conditions.
 Recirculation mode (indicator on): Reci rculates air from the vehicle’s interior 
through the system.  Fresh air mode (indicator on): Maintain s outside ventilation. Keep the system 
in fresh air mode in normal situations.
Pressing the   (windshield defroster) button 
turns the air conditioning system on and 
automatically switches the system to fresh air 
mode.
Press the   button again to turn off, the 
system returns to the previous settings.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
1 Using Automatic Climate Control
Pressing the   button switches the climate 
control system between on and off. When turned on, 
the system returns to your last selection.
While ECON mode is active, the climate control 
system may have reduced  cooling performance.
1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view 
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e near the upper or lower 
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the 
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up,  adjust the vents so that 
the air hits th e side windows.
If you press the   button during Auto Idle Stop, the 
engine restarts automatically.
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uuAudio System uAudio System Theft Protection
Features
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as 
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system 
may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.
■Reactivating the audio system
1. Turn the ignition  switch to ON 
(w*1.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio  system power button for  more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reac tivated when the audio co ntrol unit establishes a 
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize 
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 452
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 457
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 460
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 462
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
General Information ......................... 463
Important Safety Precautions............ 463
Avoiding Trouble ............................. 464
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 465, 467
Precautions While Driving................. 472
Continuously Variable Transmission ... 473 Shifting ............................................ 474
Auto Idle Stop.................................. 476
ECON Button ................................... 482
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 483
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low 
Speed Follow ................................. 485
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System ... 501Lane Keeping Assist  System (LKAS) .. 505Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic 
Stability Control (ESC), System ............. 513
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 519
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control  System
TM*...................................... 521Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 522
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - 
Required Federal Explanation ......... 526
Braking Brake System ................................... 528
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 534
Brake Assist System ......................... 535
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM 
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 536
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 546
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 552
Refueling ........................................... 554
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 557
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 558
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
468
Driving
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP  button 
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Shift to 
(P.
2. Press the  ENGINE START/STOP  button.
■Stopping the Engine
1Starting the Engine
Bring the smart entry remote close to the  ENGINE 
START/STOP  button if the battery in the smart entry 
remote is weak. 2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak  
P. 621
The engine may not start if the smart entry remote is 
subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the  ENGINE START/STOP  button to 
start the engine.
If the engine does not start,  wait at least 30 seconds 
before trying again.
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
You can remotely start the engine using the   button on the smart entry remote.
■To start the engine
When started remotely, the engine automati cally shuts off after 10 minutes of idling 
and/or the brake pedal and  ENGINE START/STOP button have not been pressed 
simultaneously.
To extend the run time for another 10 mi nutes during the first run, press the   
button, then press an d hold the   button.
u Some exterior lights flash six times  if a 10-minute extension request was 
transmitted successfully.
■Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*1 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote e ngine start, check your 
local laws.
If there are buildings an d obstacles between your 
vehicle and the remote, th e range will be reduced.
The range may be less when  the vehicle is running.
This distance may vary by external electrical 
interference.
The engine may not start by  the remote engine start 
if:
•You have disabled a remo te engine start setting 
using the audio/information screen*.•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
•The gear is in a position other than ( P.
•The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is 
unlocked.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide ga s is toxic and can 
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly 
enclosed areas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and 
even kill you.
Never use the remote engine starter with 
the vehicle parked in a garage or other 
areas with limited ventilation.
Press the   button, th en press and hold 
the  button.
Some exterior lights flash once.
Go within the range, 
and try again.
LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.
Some exterior lights flash six 
times if the engine runs 
successfully. Some exterior lights will not 
flash if the engine runs 
unsuccessfully.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
470
Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
•You have already used the remote twice to start 
the engine.
•Another registered smart entry remote is in the 
vehicle.
•There is an antenna failure.
•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The security system alarm is not set.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will 
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The air conditioning is acti vated in recirculation 
mode.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm 
temperature.
•The rear defogger and  door mirror heaters* are 
activated.
•The seat and heated steering wheel are activated*
2 Heated Steering Wheel*1 P. 224
2 Front Seat Heaters* P. 225
Press and hold the 
 button for one 
second.
Go within the range, 
and try again.
The exterior lights flash once if the engine stops successfully.
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote is out of 
the smart entry system range.
The engine will not stop.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1. Depress the brake pedal and press the  ENGINE START/STOP button 
simultaneously.
2. Put the shift lever in 
(D. Select (R when reversing.
3. With the parking brake is applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the 
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the parking brake and  brake system indicator goes off.
4. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently  depress the accelerator pedal to pull 
away.
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from 
rolling on inclines as you move your foot  from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Move the shift lever to 
(D, (S, or (L when facing uphill, or (R when facing 
downhill, then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
The engine stops when the sh ift lever is moved out of 
(P before the  ENGINE START/STOP button is 
pressed. Follow step 1  when starting to drive.
You can also release the  parking brake by pressing 
the electric parking brake sw itch while depressing the 
brake pedal. When facing downhill, you can start 
your vehicle more smoothly by manually releasing it 
with the electric parki ng brake switch than by 
releasing it with th e accelerator pedal.
When the engine was started using the   button* 
on the smart entry remoteWhen the engine was started using the   button* on the smart entry remote
When the engine was started in any case
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not  prevent the vehicle from 
rolling downhill on a very st eep or slippery slope, and 
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking 
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is 
switched off.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uContinuously Variable Transmission
Driving
Continuously Variable Transmission
The engine runs at a higher id le speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator peda l while driving uphill may cause the 
transmission to drop to a lower ratio, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. 
Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, es pecially on slippery roads and curves.
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Precautions While Driving
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY 
(q*1 
while driving, the engine  will shut down and all 
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop, 
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in 
( N, as you will lose 
engine braking (and acce leration) performance.
During the first 600 miles  (1,000 km) of operation, 
avoid sudden acceleration or  full throttle operation so 
as to not damage the  engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the  first 200 miles (300 km). 
You should also follow this  when the brake pads are 
replaced.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an 
ENGINE START/STOP  button instead of an ignition 
switch.
1 Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
Failure to operate your vehi cle correctly might result 
in a crash or a rollover. 2 Important Handling Information P. 36
2 Precautions While Driving  P. 472
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