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IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
All-wheel drive 
(AWD ) 
Indicator
*
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you set the power mode to ON, 
then goes off.
●Comes on if there is a problem 
with the AWD system.
●Blinks when the differential 
temperature is too high.
●Stays on constantly  - The engine drives 
the front wheels only in this state. Have 
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe 
place, change to 
(P, and idle the engine 
until the indicator goes off. If the 
indicator does not  stop blinking, take 
your vehicle to a dealer.
2 Intelligent Variable Torque 
Management (i-VTM4TM) AWD 
System* P. 427
Lane Keeping 
Assist System 
( LKAS ) Indicator 
(Amber)• Comes on for a few seconds when 
you set the power mode to ON, 
then goes off.
• Comes on if there is a problem 
with the LKAS.• Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle 
checked by a dealer.
Lane Keeping 
Assist System 
(LKAS ) Indicator 
(Green)• Comes on when you press the 
MAIN  button.
2Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
P. 460—
* Not available on all models
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MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when there is a pr oblem with the sensor on 
the battery.• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Checking the Battery P. 539
•Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due 
soon.
• Consequently,  Maintenance Due Now  and 
Maintenance Past Due  follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver 
Information Interface  P. 505
•Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets 
abnormally high.2 Overheating  P. 568
•Appears when there is a  problem with the power 
tailgate system.
• Manually open or close the power tailgate.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
•Appears when the starter system has a problem.•As a temporary measure, press and hold the  ENGINE 
START/STOP  button for up to 15 seconds while 
pressing the brake pedal and manually start the engine.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
U.S.
Canada
Models with power tailgate
U.S.
Canada
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MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears if there is a problem with the cooling 
system.•Drive slowly to prevent ov erheating and have your 
vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
• Appears if there is a pr oblem with the headlights.•Appears while driving  - The headlights may not be 
on. When conditions allow you to drive safety, have 
your vehicle checked by a d ealer as soon as possible.
•Appears if there is a proble m with the parking sensor 
system.
• Check if the area around the  sensor(s) is covered with 
mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on or the 
beeper does not stop even after you clean the area, 
have the system checked by a dealer.
• Appears if there are obstacles around the sensors.
•Check for obstacles near your vehicle to make sure it is 
safe to park.
• Appears as soon as a prob lem is detected in the 
keyless access system.• Appears constantly  - Have your vehicle checked by a 
dealer.
• Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the push 
button starting system.•Appears constantly  - Have your vehicle checked by a 
dealer.
●Appears if you press the  ENGINE START/STOP 
button while the vehicle is moving.2 Emergency Engine Stop  P. 564
Models with parking sensor system
Models with parking sensor system
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MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears if the temperature inside the camera is too 
high and some driver assist systems cannot be 
activated.•Use the climate control sy stem to cool down the 
camera.
• Disappears  - The camera has been cooled down and 
the systems are activated normally.
2 Front Sensor Camera  P. 474
•Appears if the area around the front sensor camera 
is blocked by dirt, mud, et c. and be prevented from 
detecting a vehicle in front.
• May appear when driving in bad weather (rain, 
snow, fog, etc.)•When the front window gets dirty, stop your vehicle in 
a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.
• Have your vehicle checked by  a dealer if the message 
does not disappear even a fter you cleaned the area 
around the camera.
2 Front Sensor Camera  P. 474
●Appears if anything covers the radar sensor cover 
and prevents the sensor fro m detecting a vehicle in 
front.
●May appear when driving in bad weather (rain, 
snow, fog, etc.)
●When the radar sensor gets dirty, stop your vehicle in a 
safe place, and wipe off  dirt using a soft cloth. The 
message may take some time to go off.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the message 
does not disappear even a fter you clean the sensor 
cover.
2 Radar Sensor  P. 476
●Appears when the transmission system temperature 
is too high. The vehicle do es not operate properly.●Stop in a safe place in (P.●Let the engine idle until the message disappears.
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MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when you try to  change the gear position 
without releasing your foot off the accelerator pedal.• Release your foot off the acce lerator pedal, then select 
a shift button.
• Appears when the (P button is pressed while the 
vehicle is moving.
• Appears if you change  the gear position to 
(R while 
the vehicle is moving forward, or to 
(D while the 
vehicle is reversing.
• Make sure that the vehicle comes to a stop before 
operating the select button.
●Appears when you set the power mode to VEHICLE 
OFF, if the rear doors were opened shortly before or 
after the vehicle was powered on.●Check the rear seat for passengers or items before 
exiting the vehicle.
2 Rear Seat Reminder  P. 189
•Appears when you press the (P button but it is not 
engaged due to low ATF temperature.• Depress the brake pedal until this message disappear.
•Appears when depressing the accelerator pedal 
while the gear position is in 
(N.
•Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. When 
driving, depress the brake pedal and change the gear 
position.
•Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s 
door while the engine is  running by remote engine 
start.
2 Remote Engine Start* P. 398
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
1Wireless Charger*
This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the 
system for a long time when the engine is not 
running. This may weaken the battery, making it 
difficult to start the engine.
When using the wireless charger, check the user’s 
manual that came with th e compatible device you 
want to charge.
NOTICE
Do not place any magneti c recording media or 
precision machines within the charging area while 
charging.
The data on your cards such as credit cards can be 
lost because of the magneti c effect. Also precision 
machines such as watc hes can be affected.
“Qi” and   marks are the registered trademarks 
owned by Wire less Power Consortium (WPC).
In the following cases, ch arging may stop or not start:
•The device is already fully charged.
•The temperature of the device is extremely high 
while charging.
•You are at a place that emits strong 
electromagnetic waves or  noises, such as a TV 
station, electric power  plant, or gas station.
A device may not charge if  the size or shape of its 
chargeable side is not a ppropriate for use with the 
charging area.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior 
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of 
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel 
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check  for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires  P. 530
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around 
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force 
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim 
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid 
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water  into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water 
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine  and exhaust can ignite 
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a 
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended 
period, inspect and remove  any debris that may have 
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have 
fallen or have been carried  in for use as a nest by a 
small animal.  Also, check under the hood for leftover 
flammable materials after  you or someone else has 
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper 
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable 
weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in 
or on it shown in the table.
Towing loads in excess of this can seriously 
affect vehicle handling and performance and 
can damage the engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back.
• Each occupant weighs 150 lbs (68 kg).
• Each occupant has 17.6 lb (8 kg) cargo in the cargo area.
Any additional weight, cargo or accessori es reduce the maximum trailer weight and 
maximum tongue load.
■Towing Load Limits1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not available, add the estimated 
weight of your cargo load  to the weight of your 
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer), and then 
measure the tongue load with  an appropriate scale or 
tongue gauge or estima te it based on cargo 
distribution.
Refer to the trailer owner’s manual for additional 
information.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle’s first 600 
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications  P. 586
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly 
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a 
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or 
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and 
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
Number of 
occupantsAWD models with  ATF coolerAWD models 
without ATF cooler2WD models
25,000 lbs (2,268 kg)3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)
34,750 lbs (2,155 kg)3,250 lbs (1,474 kg)3,250 lbs (1,474 kg)
44,500 lbs (2,041 kg)3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
54,250 lbs (1,928 kg)2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP  button 
without depressing the accelerator pedal.1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when 
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in 
thinner air found at al titudes above 8,000 feet 
(2,400 meters).
When starting the engine in  cold weather, turn off all 
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate 
control system and rear de fogger in order to reduce 
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold, 
an engine block heater  will improve starting and 
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can 
smell exhaust gas inside the  vehicle, have your vehicle 
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with 
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the keyless remote close to the  ENGINE 
START/STOP  button if the batte ry in the keyless 
remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak  
P. 563
The engine may not start if  the keyless remote is 
subjected to strong radio waves.
Brake Pedal
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Driving
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal and press the  ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake peda l, release the parking brake. Check that 
the parking brake and brake system indicator has gone off.
2 Parking Brake P. 477
3.Put the transmission into (D. Select (R when reversing.
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 fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into 
(D or (S when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill, 
then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
The engine stops when the transmission position is 
changed from 
(P before the  ENGINE START/STOP 
button is pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to 
drive.
When the engine was started using 
the keyless remote*When the engine was started using the keyless 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 steep or slippe ry slope, and 
will 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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