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CAUTION
■While driving
Do not adjust the display.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
■ When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the
neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling
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 where the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to inte rference by artificial magnetic fields.
● During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power win-
dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.
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■
Automatic car washes
● Fold the mirrors back before washing the vehicle.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
■ High pressure car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity \
of
the windows. Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door is closed.
■ Aluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
■ Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■ To prevent paint deterioratio n and corrosion on the body
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzine and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
● If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 RR DEF 50 A Rear window defogger, outside
rear view mirror defogger
2 ABS/VSC No.2 30 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle
stability control system
3 RDI FAN 50 A Electric cooling fan
4 ABS/VSC No.1 50 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle
stability control system
5 HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system
6 ST/AM2 30 A Starter system
7 MAIN 40 A Headlights
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FuseAmpereCircuit
23IGN10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, SRS airbag system, front
passenger occupant
classification system, smart key
system, starting system, electronic
controlled transmission system
24GAUGE No.27.5 AGauges and meters, center
display
25ECU-ACC7.5 A
Power rear view mirrors, center
display, shift lock system,
multiplex communication system
26CIG15 A
27PWR OUTLET15 APower outlets
28RADIO No.27.5 AAudio system, navigation system
29MIR HTR10 AOutside rear view mirror
defoggers
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Child safetyAirbag precautions ..................91
Child-protectors ....................... 41
Child restraint system............103
How your child should wear the seatbelt ...........................60
Installing child restraints ........ 107
Moon roof ................................74
Power window lock switch....... 69
Power window precautions .....71
Removed key battery precautions .........................356
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 58
Seat belt precautions ..............61
Seat heater precautions ........ 285
Trunk .......................................45
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 302
Interior ...................................305
Seat belts ..............................306
Climate control seat.................284
Clock ......................................... 279
Compass ...................................297
Condenser ................................328
Console box ............................. 271
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 416
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................158
Dynamic laser cruise control .................................161
Cup holders ..............................275
Curtain shield airbags ............... 85
Customizable features............. 445
Daytime running light system .................................... 150
Defogger Rear window .........................200
Side mirror............................. 200
Dimension.................................422
Dinghy towing .......................... 187 Display
Trip information ..................... 148
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 314
Door pocket .............................. 276
Doors Door lock ........................... 24, 35
Rear door child-protector ........ 41
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 388
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 119
Correct posture ....................... 83
Procedures............................ 118
Winter driving tips ................. 181
Electronic key If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 410
Emergency flashers Switch ..................................... 376
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ...... 385
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 410
If the engine will not start ...... 406
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 408
If the battery is discharged ... 412
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 385
If the warning light turns on............................... 385
If you have a flat tire ............. 397
If you lose your keys ............. 409
If you think something is wrong .................................. 381
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 419
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 377
If your vehicle overheats ....... 416
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Engine
Compartment........................ 320
Engine switch ............... 127, 131
Hood ..................................... 317
How to start the engine ........................ 127, 131
Identification number ............ 423
If the engine will not start...... 406
Ignition switch ............... 127, 131
Overheating .......................... 416
Engine compartment cover .... 321
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 426
Checking .............................. 327
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 141
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 425
Checking .............................. 322
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Event data recorder ................ 383
Floor mats ................................ 289
Fluid
Brake .................................... 329
Washer ................................. 335
Fog lights Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 429
Foot light .................................. 266
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 97
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 388
Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 46
Driving position memory ......... 51
Front turn signal lights
Wattage ................................ 429 Fuel
Capacity ................................424
Fuel gauge ............................141
Fuel pump shut off system ....382
Gas station information .........468
Information ............................430
Refueling .................................75
Fuel door.....................................75
Fuel filler door ............................75
Fuel pump shut off system .....382
Fuses.........................................358
Garage door opener.................292
Gas station information...........468
Gauges ......................................141
Glove box..................................270
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................234
Hazard lights Switch ................376
Head restraints ...........................55
Headlight aim ...........................367
Headlights
Discharge headlights precautions .........................373
Switch....................................149
Wattage .................................429
Heaters Seat heaters ..........................284
Side mirror.............................200
Hood ..........................................317
Hooks Cargo ....................................290
Shopping bag ........................290
Horn...........................................140
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I/M test....................................... 313
Ignition switch .................. 127, 131
IdentificationEngine ...................................423
Vehicle .................................. 423
Illuminated entry system .........266
Indicator lights .........................144
Initialization Items to initialize.................... 449
Inside rear view mirror ..............65
Instrument panel light control .................................... 143
Interior lights Interior lights.......................... 266
Switch.................................... 268
Wattage .................................429
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 318
Replacing the wheel ..............397
Jack handle ..............................397
Keyless entry.............................. 35
Keys
Electronic key ..........................22
Engine switch ................127, 131
If the electronic key does not properly ............................... 410
If you lose your keys ............. 409
Key number plate .................... 23
Keyless entry...........................35
Keys ........................................22
Mechanical key ....................... 23
Wireless remote control key .... 35
Laser cruise control.................161
Licence plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 369
Wattage .................................429
Light bulbs
Replacing ..............................369
Wattage .................................429 Lights
Emergency flasher switch ..... 376
Fog light switch ..................... 152
Hazard light switch ................ 376
Headlights switch .................. 149
Interior lights list .................... 266
Outer foot light ...................... 266
Personal light switch ............. 268
Replacing light bulbs ............. 369
Turn signal lever ................... 138
Vanity lights........................... 278
Wattage................................. 429
Load capacity ........................... 180
Lock steering column...... 129, 132
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 314
General maintenance............ 310
Maintenance data ................. 422
Maintenance requirements ... 308
Meter
Instrument panel light control ................................. 143
Meters ................................... 141
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 65
Side mirror heater ................. 200
Side mirrors............................. 67
Vanity mirrors ........................ 278
Moon roof ................................... 72
MP3 disc ................................... 220
Odometer .................................. 141
Oil Engine oil .............................. 322
Opener Fuel filler door ......................... 75
Hood ..................................... 317
Trunk ....................................... 44
Outside rear view mirrors Adjustment .............................. 67
Driving position memory ......... 51I
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Outside temperature
display ...................................... 280
Overhead console ................... 272
Overheating, Engine ............... 416
Parking brake .......................... 139
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 369
Switch ................................... 149
Wattage ................................ 429
Personal light
Switch ................................... 268
Wattage ................................ 429
Power outlets........................... 282
Power windows ......................... 69
Radiator.................................... 328
Radio ........................................ 205
Rear seat Adjustment ............................. 49
Rear sunshade ........................ 287
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 369
Wattage ................................ 429
Rear window defogger............ 200
Replacing Fuses.................................... 358
Key battery ........................... 354
Light bulbs ............................ 369
Tires ..................................... 397
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................... 452
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ............ 58
Automatic locking retractor................................ 59
Child restraint system installation .......................... 107
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts...................... 306 Emergency locking
retractor ................................59
How to wear your seat belt......57
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................60
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ..............60
Reminder light .......................388
Seat belt extenders .................61
Seat belt pretensioners ...........59
Seat heaters..............................284
Seating capacity.......................180
Seats Adjustment ........................ 46, 49
Adjustment precaution ......48, 50
Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............107
Cleaning ................................305
Climate control ......................284
Climate control seat ..............284
Driver’s seat position memory .................................51
Head restraint..........................55
Properly sitting in the seat .......83
Seat heaters ..........................284
Service reminder indicators ..............................145
Shift lever
Automatic transmission .........134
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................408
Shift lock system .....................408
Shopping bag hooks ...............290
Side airbags................................85
Side marker lights Switch....................................149
Side mirror
Adjustment ..............................67
Mirror position memory ...........51
Smart key system
Antenna location .....................26
Entry function ..........................24
Starting the engine ................127
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