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5635-5. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to engine switch mode, the presence
of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors
are opened/closed.
■To prevent battery discharge
If the interior lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights will go
off automatically after 20 minutes.
■Customization
Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 7 9 3 )
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

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5-7. Other interior features
Sun visors and vanity mirrors
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and swing
it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position, then
slide it backward.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
Sun visors
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Va n i t y m i r r o r s
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the engine is off.

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5-7. Other interior features
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets are not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlets may cause a short circuit.
■To prevent blown fuse
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12V 10A.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is off.

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5-7. Other interior features
CAUTION
■Burns
Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes
in contact with the steering wheel when the heated steering wheel is on:
●Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
●Persons with sensitive skin
●Persons who are fatigued
●Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)
NOTICE
■To prevent the battery from being discharged
Turn the switch off when the engine is not running.

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5-7. Other interior features
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heaters/seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters/seat ventilators off when the engine is off.

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5-7. Other interior features
■Button lock function (vehicles with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some buttons on the rear armrest can be locked.
(  P. 3 7 3 )
■Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. ( P. 3 7 3 )
■Customization
Time elapsed before the reverse operation feature activates can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 7 9 3 )
CAUTION
■When the rear sunshade is being operated
Do not place fingers or other objects in the fastener section or in the opening.
They may get caught, causing injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not operate the rear sunshade when the engine is off.
■To ensure normal operation of the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades
Observe the following precautions.
●Do not place excessive load on the moto r or other components of the rear sun-
shade.
●Do not place objects where they may hinder opening and closing operations.
●Do not attach items to the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades.
●Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions.
●Do not operate the rear sunshade cont inuously for long periods of time.

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5-7. Other interior features
■Before programming
●Install a new battery in the remote control transmitter.
●The battery side of the remote control transmitter must be pointed away from the
HomeLink® button.
■Certification for the garage door opener
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NZLOBIHL4
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
■When support is necessary
Visit on the web at www.homelink.com
or call 1-800-355-3515.

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Maintenance and care6
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................ 608
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 612
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .....615
General maintena nce ............... 618
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .................................... 622
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................ 623
Hood ............................................... 626
Positioning a floor jack ..............627
Engine compartment ............... 629
Tires .................................................. 642
Tire inflation pressure ............... 652
Wheels ........................................... 655
Air conditioning filter ............... 657
Electronic key battery .............. 659
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................661
Headlight aim ............................... 674
Light bulbs...................................... 676

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6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body,
wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
●Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois.
●For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
●Wipe away any water.
●Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle body is
cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of the
vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and harm
your vehicle’s paint.
●Rear spoiler (if equipped) may not be wa shable in some automatic car washes.
There may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the win-
dows.
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
■Notes for a smart access system with push-button start
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effective range,
the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the following correc-
tion procedures to wash the vehicle:
●Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the
vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
●Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. ( P. 1 0 9 )
Perform the following to protect th e vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:

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6176-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■If your vehicle is not properly maintained
Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehicle and possible
death or serious injury.
■Handling of the battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constituents , and a wide variety of automobile com-
ponents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause can-
cer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by compo-
nent wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other repr oductive harm. Avoid exposure and wash
any affected area immediately.
●Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands after han-
dling. ( P. 6 3 8 )