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Features
■Meter Setup
*1:Default Setting
Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable Settings
Adjust Outside Temp.
DisplaySelects to adjust outside temperature reading by a few degrees.2Outside Temperature P. 111
-5°F ~ ±0°F*1 ~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C*1 ~ +3°C (Canada)
"Trip A" Reset Timing Selects the timing to reset Trip A.
2
Range / Fuel / Trip Meter P. 140
2 Speed & Time P. 142When Fully Refueled /IGN OFF /
Manually Reset*1
"Trip B" Reset TimingSelects the timing to reset Trip B.
2 Range / Fuel / Trip Meter P. 140
2 Speed & Time P. 142When Fully Refueled /IGN OFF /
Manually Reset*1
Adjust Alarm Volume Changes volume level of all system warnings, door opening
warning and indicator. High
/Mid*1/Low
Fuel Efficien cy BacklightTurns the ambient meter feature on and off.ON*1/OFF
Turn By Turn Auto Display Turns on/off the pop-up warning in
the turn-by-turn navigation
in the driver information interface.
2 Turn-by-Turn Directions P. 143ON*1/OFF
Speed/Distance UnitsSelects the trip computer units.
2 Speed/Distance Units P. 150
km/h · km/mph · miles*1
(U.S.)
km/h · km
*1/ mph · miles
(Canada)
Rear Seat ReminderTurns the Rear Seat Reminder feature on and off.ON*1/ OFF

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Features
■Keyless Access Setup
*1:Default Setting
Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable Settings
Door Unlock ModeChanges which doors unlock when you grab the driver’s door
handle.Driver Door Only*1/All
Doors
Smart Entry Light Flash Causes some exterior lights to flash when you unlock/lock the
doors. ON
*1/
OFF
Smart Entry BeepCauses the beeper to sound wh en 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
Lockout ProtectionChanges the settings for the lockout protection function.ON*1/OFF

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Features
■Lighting Setup
*1:Default Setting
Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Auto High BeamTurns on/off auto high beam function.ON*1/OFF
Interior Ligh t Dimming Time Selects the length of time the interior lights stay on after doors are
closed.
2
Interior Lights P. 207
60sec/30sec*1/ 15sec
Headlight Auto OFF Timer
Selects the length of time the exteri or lights stay on after you close
the driver's door.
2 Automatic Lighting Off Feature P. 185
60sec/30sec /15sec*1/0sec
Auto Light Sensitivity* Changes the timing for the headlights to come on. Min/Low/Mid
*1/High /Max
Auto Headligh t On with
Wiper OnSelects On/Off headlight function and wiper operation when the
headlight is in AUTO setting.
2Headlight Integration with Wipers P. 185
ON*1/OFF
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Features
■Door/Window Setup
*1:Default Setting
■Maintenance Info.
Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable Settings
Auto Door LockChanges the setting for the automatic locking feature.OFF/With Vehicle Speed*1/
Shift From P
Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically. OFF
/All Doors When
Driver’s Door Opens
*1/ All
Doors When Shifted to
Park /All Doors With IGN
OFF
Key And Remote Unlock
ModeSets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock on the first
push of the remote key or built-in key.Driver Door Only*1/ All
Doors
Walk Away Auto Lock Changes the settings for the auto
lock function when you walk
away from the vehicle. ON
/OFF
*1
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Turns on/off flash of exterior lights when doors are locked/unlocked
by remote key.
2 Using the Remote Transmitter P. 163
ON*1/OFF
Remote Window Control Turns the remote window control on and off. ON
*1/OFF
Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Maintenance Info.Resets the maintenance information.
2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 585Select Reset Items

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Features
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver*
The HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver can be pr ogrammed to operate up to three
remote controlled devices around your home , such as garage doors, lighting, or
home security systems.
Refer to the safety information that came wi th your garage door opener to test that
the safety features are functioning properly. If you do not have the safety
information, contac t the manufacturer.
Before programming HomeLink, make sure th at people and objects are out of the
way of the garage or gate to prevent potential injury or damage.
When programming a garage door opener, park just outside the garage door’s path.
■Important Safety Precautions
1HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*
Before programming HomeLi nk to operate a garage
door opener, confirm that the opener has an external
entrapment protection system , such as an “electronic
eye,” or other safety and reverse stop features. If it
does not, HomeLink may not be able to operate it.
* 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 the 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 wheels, 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. 617
•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
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 433
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 166
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the front h ead restraint, too.
2Seats P. 198
2 Adjusting the Front Head Restraints P. 204
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Mirrors P. 196
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 195
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) comes on for 30 seconds
when you pull up the electric parking
brake switch.
2. Check that the tr ansmission is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N, it is safer to start it in (P.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner
air found at altitudes 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. Consult 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 remote key close to the ENGINE START/
STOP button if the battery in the remote key is weak.
2 If the Remote Key Battery is Weak P. 649
The engine may not start if the remote key 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 starting the engine again.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly c oded device is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 173
Electric Parking Brake Switch
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
You can remotely start the engine using the remote key.
■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*1 Remote Engine Start*
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.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
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 starts
successfully. Exterior lights will not flash if
the engine does not start.
* Not available on all models

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Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start*
The engine may not start by the remote engine start
if:
•You have disabled a remo te engine start setting
using the driver information interface or audio/
information screen. 2Settings P. 126
2 Customized Features P. 363
•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF.
•The transmission is in a position other than (P.•The hood is open, or any door or the trunk is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered remote key is in the vehicle.
•There is any 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.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 keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
* Not available on all models