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Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the
ENGINE START STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition switch.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, remote transmitter, or smart entry system. ■ When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.
■ To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or smart entry remote, or turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w *1
. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights,
is deactivated.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
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■ Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0 *1
, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and tailgate are closed.
• All doors are locked with the key, remote transmitter, or smart entry system.
■ When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■ To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key,
remote transmitter, or smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w *1
. The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
• Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master
door lock switch.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another device to it.
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uuOpening and Closing the WindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows
Controls
To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the unlock
direction and hold it there.
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key.
Within 10 seconds of returning the key to the
central position, turn the key in the lock
direction and hold it there.
Release the key to stop the windows/
moonroof at the desired position. If you want
further adjustment, repeat the same
operation.
■Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof with the Key
Close
Open
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch*
1Ignition Switch
*
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is in
(P .
If you open the driver’s door when the key is in LOCK
(0 or ACCESSORY (q , a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
If the key won’t turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY (q, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
(0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
(w ON: This is the position when driving.
(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON (w when you let go of
the key.
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluIgnition Switch and Power Mode Comparison
Controls
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison
Ignition Switch
PositionLOCK (0)
(with/without
the key)ACCESSORY (I)ON (II)START (III)
Without Smart Entry
System●
Engine is turned off and
power is shut down.
● The steering wheel is
locked.
● No electrical
components can be used.●Engine is turned off.
● Some electrical components such as the
audio system and the
accessory power socket can be operated.● Normal key position
while driving.
● All electrical components
can be used.●
Use this position to start the engine.
● The ignition switch
returns to the ON (II)
position when you
release the key.
Power ModeVEHICLE OFF
(LOCK)ACCESSORYONSTART
With Smart Entry
System and ENGINE
START/STOP
ButtonIndicator-Off ● Engine is turned off and
power is shut down.
● The steering wheel is
locked.
● No electrical
components can be used.Indicator-On or blinking ●Engine is turned off.
● Some electrical components such as the
audio system and the
accessory power socket can be operated.Indicator-
On (engine is turned off)
Off (engine is running) ● All electrical components
can be used.Indicator-Off ●The mode automatically
returns to ON after the
engine starts.
Indicator is: On Off
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluTurn Signals
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Controls
Turn SignalsThe turn signals can be used when the ignition
switch is in ON
(w*1
.
■ One-touch turn signal
When you lightly push up or down and release
the turn signal lever, the exterior turn signals
and turn signal indicator blink three times.
This feature can be used when signaling for a
lane change.
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch*1
.
■ High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.
■ Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.
■ Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
Right Turn
Left Turn
■Manual Operation
1Light Switches
If you remove the key from the ignition switch or
leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened.
When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the
instrument panel will be on. 2 Lights On Indicator P. 79
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
If you sense that the level of the headlights is
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams Turns on parking, side marker,
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, side
marker, tail, and rear license plate lights
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches
Controls
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off
within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the driver’s door.
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off
within 15 seconds after you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), take the
remote with you, and close the driver’s door.
uYou can change the headlight auto off timer setting.
2 Customized Features *
P. 281
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 *1
with the headlight switch on, but do
not open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes, if the switch is in the AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver’s door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Automatic Lighting Off Feature
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
All models
* Not available on all models
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Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed. ■ Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations: • When any of the doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver’s door.
• You remove the key from the ignition
switch.
• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
Only the cargo area light comes on when the
tailgate is opened. ■ OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Interior Light Switches1Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade
out and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:
• When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open it.
• When you remove the key from the ignition switch
but do not open a door.
• When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) but do not open a door.
You can change the interior lights dimming time. 2 Customized Features *
P. 281
The interior lights go off immediately in the following
situations: • When you lock the driver’s door.
• When you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w *1
.
• When you close the driver’s door with the key in
the ignition switch.
• When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY
mode.
If you leave any of the doors open in VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) mode, or without the key in the ignition switch,
the interior lights go off after about 15 minutes.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE
START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Door Activated Position
Off
Front
Door Activated Position On
Off
Rear
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
Interior Convenience ItemsPull the handle to open the glove box. You
can lock the glove box with the master key or
the built-in key.
■Glove Box1Glove Box
3WARNING
An open glove box can cause serious injury
to your passenger in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while
driving.
Glove Box
To Lock
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation
Features
In keyboard screen, letters can be selected
by saying each individual letter or by saying
a keyword phrase. These keyword phrases are:
■Keyboard Entry Commands■
LettersSay . . .Or say . . .AApple /AlphaBBoy /BravoCCharlieDDog /DeltaEEdward /EchoFFrank /FoxtrotGGeorge /GolfHHenry /HotelIIgloo /IndiaJJohn /JulietKKing /KiloLLarry /LimaMMary /MikeNNancy /NovemberOOscarPPaul /PapaQQueen /QuebecRRobert /RomeoSSam /SierraTTom /TangoUUncle /UniformVVictorWWilliam /WhiskeyXX-rayYYellow /YankeeZZebra /Zulu
■ Numbers
Number . . . Or say . . .0Zero1One2Two3Three4Four5Five6Six7Seven8Eight9Nine
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