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2-4. Using other driving systems
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
: If equipped
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that assists the driver to confirm
safety when changing lanes.
The system uses radar sensors to de tect vehicles that are traveling
in an adjacent lane in the area th at is not reflected in the outside
rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of the vehi-
cles existence via the outside rear view mirror indicator.
BSM main switch
Pressing the switch turns the system on or off. When the switch is set
to on, the switch’s indicator illuminates.
Outside rear view mirror indicator
When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mir-
ror indicator on that side illuminates. If the turn signal lever is operated
when a vehicle is in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror indica-
tor flashes.

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When driving
●Instances of the Blind Spot Monitor unnecessarily detecting a vehicle
and/or object may increase under the following conditions:
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guard-
rail, wall etc.
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a follow- ing vehicle
• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle enters the detection area
■ The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be
difficult to see.
■ When there is a malfunction in the system
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons,
warning messages will be displayed: ( P. 644)
● There is a malfunction with the sensors
● The sensors have become dirty
● The outside temperature is extremely high or low
● The sensor voltage has become abnormal
■ Certification for the BSM
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: OAYBSDTX
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following three conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
(3) This device may only work when the vehicle is in operation pursuant to § 15.252 (a) (4).
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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■Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height
■ Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 685)
● Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s recom-
mendation.
● All trailer lights work as required by law.
● All lights work each time you connect them.
● The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trai\
ler.
● The trailer is level when it is hitched.
Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for improper tongue
weight, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
● Depress TOW/HAUL button (if equipped)
■ AVS (adaptive variable suspension system) (if equipped)
The suspension can be switched for improvement in driveability. ( P. 247)
No matter which class of tow hitch
applies, for a more safe trailer hookup,
the trailer ball setup must be the proper
height for the coupler on the trailer.
Coupler
Trailer ball

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system ........................... 302
Rear air conditioning system ........................... 310
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 314
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 316
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 317
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ................... 319
Using the radio ................. 323
Using the CD player ......... 331
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 340
Operating an iPod ............ 348
Operating a USB memory .......................... 355
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 362
Using the AUX port .......... 366
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 368 3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................... 371
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system.................. 374
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 379
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 381
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................. 386
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system
Rear seat entertainment system features ............. 387
Playing a Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) and DVD disc ........ 405
Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA discs ............ 431
Playing an SD card .......... 438
Using the video mode ...... 446
Interior features3

Interior features3
301
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features .......................... 448
Using the hands-free phone system ................ 452
Making a phone call ......... 461
Setting a cellular phone ... 465
Security and system setup .............................. 469
Using the phone book ...... 472
3-6. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 478
• Personal/interior light main switch .................... 479
• Personal/interior lights ... 480
• Interior light .................... 481
3-7. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 482
• Glove boxes ................... 483
• Coin holder .................... 484
• Front console box .......... 485
• Card holder .................... 487
• Map holder ..................... 488
• Pen holder ..................... 490
• Tissue pocket................. 491
• Rear console box ........... 492 • Overhead console .......... 495
• Cup holders ................... 497
• Bottle holders ................. 501
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 502
3-8. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 504
Vanity mirrors ................... 505
Clock ................................ 506
Outside temperature display............................ 507
Portable ashtray ............... 509
Cigarette lighter................ 510
Conversation mirror ......... 511
Power outlets ................... 512
Seat heaters..................... 518
Seat heaters and ventilators ...................... 521
Armrests........................... 523
Rear side sunshades ....... 524
Seatback table ................. 526
Assist grips....................... 527
Floor mat .......................... 528
Luggage compartment features .......................... 530
Garage door opener......... 535
Compass .......................... 541

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
: If equipped
■The rear window and outside rear vi ew mirror defoggers can be oper-
ated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
■ Outside rear view mirror defoggers (vehicles with outside rear view
mirror defoggers)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove
raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
rear window defogger. The
indicator will come on. The
defoggers will automatically
turn off after approximately 15
minutes. Pressing the button
again also turns the defoggers
off.

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Interior features
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (vehicles with out-
side rear view mirror defoggers)
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and
burn you.

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3-8. Other interior features
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Interior features
Vanity mirrors
Vehicles without vanity lightOpen the cover.
Vehicles with vanity light Open the cover.
The light turns on when the
cover is opened.
Adjust the brightness of the
light.

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Interior features
Conversation mirror
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
Push the lid.
The mirror can be adjusted by
pushing the mirror edge.