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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Power Door Mirrors (P139)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P387)
❙Windshield Wipers (P132, 407)
❙Headlights (P127, 399)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P127, 400)
❙Front Side Marker Lights (P127, 401)
❙Tires (P411, 434)
❙Fog Lights* (P130, 401)
❙Rear Wiper (P133, 409)
❙How to Refuel (P375)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P372)
❙Back-Up Lights (P404)
❙Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P405)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P403)
❙Rear License Plate Lights (P406)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P405)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights* (P127, 402)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P99)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P113)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P114)
❙Lock Button (P101)
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Quick Reference Guide
Eco Assist System
Ambient Meter
●Changes color to reflec t your driving style.
Green: Fuel efficient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
White: Aggressive acceleration/deceleration
● The ambient meter color changes in accordance with
your brake or accelerator pedal operation.
● You can change color while the vehicle is at a stop in
ACCESSORY
(q, LOCK (0 or VEHICLE OFF with the
ambient meter on. Press the select/reset knob
repeatedly; the color changes from white
*1, blue,
purple, pink, red, amber to yellow.
*1 : Default setting2 Changing Ring Color (P92)
ECON Mode Indicator*
(P81)
Comes on when the ECON button is
pressed.
ECON Button* (P343)
Helps maximize your fuel economy.
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P71)
Lights Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) IndicatorVehicle Stability Assist
(VSA®) System Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator
Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE MAIN IndicatorSupplemental Restraint
System Indicator
Starter System
Indicator*
Door and Tailgate
Open Indicator
Tachometer
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P88)/Information Display (P89)/System Indicators (P72)
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator (Red)
Low Temperature
Indicator (Blue)
System Indicators
System Indicators
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
Indicator
U.S. models only
Brake System Indicator
(Red)
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
System Indicators
Charging System
Indicator
U.S. U.S.
Canada
Smart Entry System
Indicator*
Washer Level Indicator*
ECON Mode
Indicator*
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Fog Light Indicator*
Canada
Brake System Indicator
(Amber)
Canada U.S.
M
(7-speed manual shift mode)
Indicator/Shift Indicator*
Information Display
Automatic Brake Hold
System Indicator
Automatic Brake Hold
IndicatorU.S.
Canada
Electric Parking Brake
System Indicator
Electric Parking Brake
IndicatorU.S.
Canada
All-Wheel Drive ( AWD)
System Indicator*
Forward Collision
Warning (FCW)
Indicator
*
Lane Departure
Warning (LDW)
Indicator
*
Brake Depressing
Indicator
Continuously variable
transmission models
Brake Depressing
IndicatorManual transmission models
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P379)
Under the Hood (P387)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of
the dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push the lever, and lift
up the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is
firmly locked in place.
Lights (P399)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P407)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P411)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0 to (q*1.
Why?
●The steering wheel may be locked.
●Try to turn the steering wheel left and
right while turning the ignition key.
●Move the steering wheel left and right
while pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button at the same
time.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q to (0 and
I cannot remove the key.
Why?
The power mode does not
change from ON to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?
The shift lever should be moved to (P.
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
U.S. models with manual transmission
Canadian modelsModels without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
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Quick Reference Guide
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?Check if the childproof lock is in the
lock position. If so, open the rear door
with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the lever
to the unlock position.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?The beeper sounds when:●The exterior lights are left on.
●The key is left in the ignition switch.
●The power mode is in ACCESSORY.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?The beeper sounds when driver and/or front passenger are not
wearing their seat belts.
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Starter System
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
set the power mode to ON, then goes off
when the engine starts.
●Comes on if 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 clutch pedal
(manual transmission only), and manually start the
engine. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators●Blinks when you operate the turn signal
lever.
●Blink if you press the hazard warning
button.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn signal
light bulb has blown. Change the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 400, 403
High Beam Indicator●Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.—
Lights On Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light switch is
on, or in AUTO* when the exterior lights
are on.
●If you remove the key from the ignition switch*, or
set the power mode* to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) while
the exterior lights are on, a chime sounds when the
driver’s door is opened.
Fog Light Indicator*●Comes on when the fog lights are on.—
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDaytime Running Lights
Controls
Daytime Running Lights
The headlights come on slightly dimmer th an normal when the following conditions
have been met:
• The ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
• The headlight switch is off, or in .
• The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set th e parking brake. Turning off the ignition
switch or setting the power mode to VEHI CLE OFF will turn off the daytime running
lights.
The headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight switch is turned
on.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The tonneau cover can be used to conceal
your items and protect them from direct
sunlight.
■To remove:
Pull out the tonneau cover rearwards and
remove it.
■To fold:
The tonneau cover is collapsible.
1. Take the opposite sides, fold the cover
halfway, then twist into opposite ways.
2. Curl to narrow the cover as shown.
■Tonneau Cover*1Tonneau Cover*
Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area
while driving. Loose items ca n cause injury if you have
to brake hard.
Do not stack objects higher than the top of the seat
in the cargo area. They could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a sudden stop.
To prevent tonneau cover damage, do not:
•Place items on the tonneau cover.•Put weight on the tonneau cover.
When reinstalling the tonneau cover, put the tagged
side first.
Tag
* Not available on all models
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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. 317
•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 al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 105
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 140
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 142
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 138
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 137
■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 cargo area, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
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