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HitchTrailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established
by the hitch manufacturer. Even th ough the vehicle may be rated for
towing a higher weight, the operat or must never exceed the maxi-
mum weight rating specified for the trailer hitch.
Trailer towing tips
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. The 3 main
causes of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed
and improper trailer loading. Keep the following in mind when towing.
● Before starting out, check the trailer lights and the vehicle-trailer
connections. Recheck after driving a short distance.
● Practice turning, stopping and reve rsing with the trailer attached in
an area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the feel
of the vehicle.
● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires practice.
Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the
left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the right to
move the trailer to right. (This is generally opposite to reversing
without a trailer attached.) Avoid sharp or prolonged turning. Have
someone guide you when reversing to reduce the risk of an acci-
dent.
● As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicle-to-
vehicle distance should be increased. For each 10 mph (16 km/h)
of speed, allow at least o ne vehicle and trailer length.
● Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in jackknifing and
loss of control. This is especiall y true on wet or slippery surfaces.
● Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.
● Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns, and slow down before mak-
ing turns.
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When driving
●
Note that when making a turn, th e trailer wheels will be closer than
the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making
a larger than normal turning radius.
● Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect handling of your
vehicle and trailer, causing sway . Periodically check the rear to
prepare for being passed by large trucks or buses, which may
cause your vehicle and trailer to sway. If swaying occurs, firmly grip
the steering wheel, reduce speed immediately but gradually, and
steer straight ahead. Never increase speed. If you make no
extreme correction with the stee ring or brakes, your vehicle and
trailer will stabilize.
● Take care when passing other vehicles. Passing requires consider-
able distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of
your trailer, and be sure you hav e plenty of room before changing
lanes.
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle's hybrid system
may overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C])
when driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant tem-
perature gauge indicates overheati ng, immediately turn off the air
conditioning (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a
safe spot. ( P. 523)
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger ................ 248
Front manual air conditioning system ....... 248
Front automatic air conditioning system ....... 253
Rear manual air conditioning system ....... 261
Rear automatic air conditioning system ....... 264
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 267
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 269
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 270
3-2. Using the audio system .......................... 271
Audio system (without navigation system) ......... 271
Using the radio ................. 274
Using the CD player ......... 280
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 287 Optimal use of the audio
system ........................... 294
Using the AUX adapter .... 297
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 299
3-3. Using the rear audio system .......................... 301
Rear seat entertainment system features ............. 301
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 308
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 316
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 318
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 319
Using the video mode ...... 321
Changing the initial setting ............................ 323
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Using the steering wheel climate remote control switches (if equipped)
Using the automatic modePress .The air conditioning system will operate, and air outlets
and fan speed will be set automatically.
“AUTO” will be displayed on the multi-information display.
Press “” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to
decrease the temperature.
Adjusting the temperature setting
Press “ ” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease
the temperature.
Turning off the fan
Press .
Some air conditioning features can be controlled using the switches
on the steering wheel.
Temperature control
Off
Automatic mode
STEP1
STEP2
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■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system's speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio syste\
m is
operating.
Ty p e C
TitlePage
Using the radioP. 274
Using the CD playerP. 280
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 287
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 294
Using the AUX adapterP. 297
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 299
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Interior features
Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the powerPress when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until you
hear a beep.
Changing the audio sourcePress when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time the switch is pressed.
CD player without changer:
FM1 FM2 CD AUXAM
CD player with changer:
FM1FM2 CD changer AUXAMSAT1 SAT2SAT3
Some audio features can be cont rolled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Vo l u m e
Radio: Selects radio sta-
tions
CD: Selects tracks, files
(MP3 and WMA) and discs
Turns the power on, selects
audio source
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Adjusting the volumePress “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the
volume.
Press and hold the switch to continue increasing or decreasing the vol-
ume.
Selecting a radio station Press to select the radio mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select a preset station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold the switch until you
hear a beep.
Selecting a track/file
Press to select the CD mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select t he desired track/file.
Selecting a folder (CD player without changer only)
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player (CD player with changer only)
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
CAUTION
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
STEP1
STEP2
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STEP2
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3-4. Using the hand
s-free phone system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
■Steering wheel telephone switches
Vo l u m e
The voice guidance volume
cannot be adjusted by using
this switch.
Hands-free phone system
off/ends a call/refuses a call
Hands-free phone system
on/starts a call
Press: Voice command sys-
tem on
Press and hold: Voice com-
mand system off
■ Microphone