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Instrument Panel
Indicators
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Parking Brake and Brake
System Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● Comes on when the parking brake is
applied, and goes off when it is released.
● Comes on when the brake fluid level is
low.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the
brake system.
● The beeper sounds and the indicator
comes on if you drive with the parking
brake not fully released.
● Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking
brake is released. Check the brake fluid level. 2What to do when the indicator comes on while
driving P. 331
● Comes on along with the ABS indicator - Have
the vehicle checked by a dealer. 2If the Brake System Indicator Comes On P. 331
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w , and goes off when the
engine starts.
● Comes on when the engine oil pressure is
low.
● Comes on while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place. 2If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On P. 329
U.S.
Canada

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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , 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.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the
emissions control system.
● Blinks when a misfire in the engine's cylinders
is detected.
● Readiness codes are part of the on board diagnostics
for the emissions control systems.
2Testing of Readiness Codes P. 345
● Comes on while driving - Have the vehicle checked
by a dealer.
● Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place where
there are no flammable objects. Stop the engine for
10 minutes or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer. 2If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks P. 330
Charging System
Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , and goes off when the engine
starts.
● Comes on when the battery is not charging.
● Comes on while driving - Turn off the heating and
cooling system *
/climate control system *
and rear
defogger in order to reduce electricity consumption. 2If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
P. 329
Shift Lever
Position Indicator
● Indicates current shift lever position.
(d indicator:
● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then goes off.
● Comes on when you press the (d button
while the shift lever is in (D .
2 Shifting P. 243
* Not available on all models

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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Transmission
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w , then goes off.
● Blinks if the transmission system has a
problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts and
acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
Seat Belt
Reminder
Indicator
● Comes on and the beeper sounds if you are
not wearing a seat belt when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w . If the front
passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the
indicator comes on about six seconds later.
● Blinks while driving if either you or the front
passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The
beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at regular intervals.
●The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when you
and the front passenger fasten their seat belts.
● Stays on after you or the front passenger has
fastened the seat belt - A detection error may have
occurred in the sensor. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. 2Seat Belt Reminder P. 30
Low Fuel
Indicator
●
Comes on when the fuel reserve is running
low (approximately 2.3 U.S. gal./8.6 Liter left).
● Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel
gauge.●Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.
● Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
EPS (Electric
Power Steering)
System Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , and goes off when the engine
starts.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS
(Electric Power Steering) System.
● Stays on constantly or does not come on at all -
Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. 2If the EPS System Indicator Comes On P. 331
TPMS Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w , then goes off.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the
TPMS, or when a compact spare tire is
temporarily installed.
● Stays on constantly or does not come on at all -
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.
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w , then goes off.
● Comes on if the tire pressure of any of the
tires becomes significantly low.
● Comes on for a while and then goes off
when a compact spare tire is temporarily
installed.
● Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place,
check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if
necessary.

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors and tailgate.
You can also use the remote transmitter to
lock and unlock the doors and tailgate.
■Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle theft.2 Immobilizer System P. 106
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
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 remote transmitter may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.

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Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver's door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Valet Key1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
Gray
■Key Number Tag1Key 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.

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Controls
Wipers and WashersThe windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
■ 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. ■ Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Front Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICEIn 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.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
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.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring *
MIST
INT : Low speed with
intermittent
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe
Pull to use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluECON Button
Controls
ECON ButtonThe ECON button turns the ECON mode on
and off.
The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel
economy by adjusting the performance of the
engine, transmission, air conditioning system,
and cruise control.
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The 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.
uThe steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.
uMake 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.
uAfter adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.
1Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
3WARNING
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 adjust
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uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®uHFL Menus
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Features
■ Using the stop reading or read option
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
uThe text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Stop Reading or Read ,
then press .
1Using the stop reading or read option
This option changes to:
• Stop Reading while the text message is read out.
Select this option to discontinue the message read- out.
• Read when you go to the Text Message menu, or
after you selected Stop Reading. Select this option
to hear the system reading out the selected
message.

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving Driving Preparation .......................... 226
Maximum Load Limit........................ 229
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 231
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 234
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 235
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information ......................... 237
Important Safety Precautions............ 237
Avoiding Trouble ............................. 238
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 239
Precautions While Driving................. 241 Automatic Transmission ................... 242
Shifting ............................................ 243
Cruise Control ................................. 245
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ...... 248
REAL TIME AWD with Intelligent Control System™ *
......................................... 250
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 250Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 251
Braking Brake System ................................... 253
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 255 Brake Assist System ......................... 256
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 257
Parking ............................................ 257
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 258
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 259
How to Refuel ................................. 260
Fuel Economy .................................... 262
Improving Fuel Economy .................. 262
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 263
Modifications................................... 263
* Not available on all models