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3014-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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The Blind Spot Monitor function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles
that are traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is not reflected in
the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of
the vehicles existence via the outside rear view mirror indicat or.
The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of each detection area
is: Approximately 11.5 ft. (3.5 m)
from the side of the vehicle
The first 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the
side of the vehicle is not in the
detection area.
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from
the rear bumper
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) for-
ward of the rear bumper
BSM function
BSM function detection areas

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The RCTA functions when your vehicle is in reverse. It can dete ct
other vehicles approaching from the right or left rear of the v ehicle. It
uses radar sensors to alert the driver of the other vehicle’s existence
through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators and so unding
a buzzer.
RCTA function
Approaching vehicles Detection areas
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the function
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The RCTA function is only an assist and is not a replacement fo r careful
driving. Driver must be careful when backing up, even when usin g RCTA
function. The driver’s own visual confirmation of behind you an d your vehi-
cle is necessary and be sure there are no pedestrians, other ve hicles, etc.,
before backing up. Failure to do so could cause death or seriou s injury.
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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Interior features5
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air conditioning system
and defogger
Front air conditioning system............................. 340
Rear air conditioning system............................. 348
Seat heaters/ seat ventilators ................ 352
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 355
• Personal/interior light main switch ................... 356
• Personal/interior lights ............................. 357
• Interior light ................... 358
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 359
• Glove boxes .................. 360
• Front console box ......... 361
• Card holder ................... 362
• Map holder (center console) ............ 363
• Rear console box .......... 363
• Overhead console......... 365
• Cup holders .................. 366
• Bottle holders ................ 369
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 370
Luggage compartment features ........................... 371 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 375
• Sun visors ..................... 375
• Vanity mirrors................ 376
• Power outlets ................ 377
• USB charging ports....... 380
• Armrest (second seats) .............. 382
• Rear side sunshades .... 383
• Assist grips ................... 384
Garage door opener.......... 385
Compass ........................... 393

3435-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Press .
The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases.

Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if
the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically .)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the ai r flow and
temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshiel d
is defogged.
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Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors (if
equipped)
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain -
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Before operating the defoggers, make sure the back window is
completely closed. ( P. 168)
Press
.
The defoggers will automatically turn off after their operation time. The
operation time varies depending on the ambient temperature and vehi-
cle speed.
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Windshield wiper de -icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the win d-
shield and wiper blades.
Press .
The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after their opera-
tion time. The operation time varies depending on the ambient t empera-
ture and vehicle speed.

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WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weathe r.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and t hat of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
● Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers are on.
● Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the
front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessa ry when the
engine is stopped.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

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Vehicles without vanity light
Open the cover.
Vehicles with vanity light
Open the cover.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
Adjust the brightness of the
light.
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for extended
periods while the engine is not running.

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Programming the HomeLink®
Steps through must be performed within 60 seconds, otherwise
the indicator light will stop flashing and programming will not be able to be
completed.
Press and release the HomeLink® button you want to program
and check that the HomeLink® indicator light flashes orange.
Point the remote control
transmitter for the device at
the rear view mirror, 1 to 3 in.
(25 to 75 mm) from the
HomeLink
® buttons.
Keep the HomeLink® indicator
light in view while programming.
Program a device.
Programming a device other than an entry gate (for U.S.A.
owners)
Press and hold the remote control transmitter button until the
HomeLink
® indicator light changes from slowly flashing orange to
rapidly flashing gre en (rolling code) or continuously lit green
(fixed code), then release the button.
Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming
a device in the Canadian market
Press and release the remote con trol transmitter button at 2 sec-
ond intervals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink
® indicator light
changes from slowly flashing orange to rapidly flashing green
(rolling code) or continuous ly lit green (fixed code).
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Compass
To turn the compass on or off, p ress the button for more than 3 sec-
onds.
: If equipped
The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direc-
tion in which the vehicle is heading.
Operation
Ty p e AType B
Displays and directions
DisplayDirection
NNorth
NENortheast
EEast
SESoutheast
SSouth
SWSouthwest
WWest
NWNorthwest

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WARNING
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehi-
cle is stopped.
■ When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and ve hicles in
the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing cir-
cling calibration.
NOTICE
■ To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
■ To ensure normal operation of the compass
● Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place w here the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
● During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power win-
dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

3986-1. Maintenance and care
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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle
exterior
● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicl e
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any di rt
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 thoroughl y
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof 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 su rface,
parts (wheel, etc.) and harm your vehicle’s paint.
● In certain automatic car washes, rear spoiler may interfere wit h machine
operation. This may prevent t he vehicle from being cleaned properly or
result in damage to the rear spoiler.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition: