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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH
MIRROR CONTROLS (P.102)
(P.79)
(P.103)
(P.107)INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSMOONROOF SWITCH(P.55)GAUGES (P.63)
DRIVER’S FRONTAIRBAG
POWER WINDOWSWITCHES
(P.214)(P.219)
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.212)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
TRUNK RELEASE LEVER FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER
(P.90)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS(P.111)
(P.9,23)
U.S. EX-L V6 model without navigation system is shown.
(P.226)
MIRROR CONTROLAUTO BUTTON
CLOCK COMPASS
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG(P.9,23)
HEATING/COOLINGCONTROLS(P.120)CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEM(P.125)
AUDIO SYSTEM (P.133)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
(P.101)
(P.260)
(P.257)
(P.280)
(P.278)
HOMELINK BUTTONS
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS(P.72)
STEERING WHEELADJUSTMENTS(P.75)
NAVIGATION SYSTEMVOICE CONTROLBUTTONS
(P.30)HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS(P.68)
(P.174)
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P.73)
INTERFACE DIAL
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES(P.100)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRROR BUTTON(P.74,102)CRUISE CONTROLBUTTONS (P.223)
HORN
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/FOG LIGHTS (P.69,72)
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS(P.211)
(P.290)
(P.230)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEMOFF SWITCH
BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK VOICECONTROL BUTTONS
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A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
records inf ormation about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
tensioners, and driver and f ront
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition switch is in the ON (II)
position.
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
sensors, or seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
Automatic front seat belt
tensioners (see page ).
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe front impact or
side impact.
Sensors that can detect whether a
child is in the passenger’s side
airbag path and signal the control
unit to turn the airbag of f (see
page ).
A driver’s seat position sensor that
monitors the distance of the seat
from the front airbag. If the seat is
too f ar f orward, the airbag will
inf late with less f orce (see page
).
Your airbag system includes:
Two side airbags, one f or the
driver and one f or a f ront
passenger. The airbags are stored
in the outer edges of the seat-
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Two SRS (supplemental restraint
system) f ront airbags. The driver’s
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the f ront
passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Two side curtain airbags, one f or
each side of the vehicle. The
airbags are stored in the ceiling
above the side windows. The f ront
and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE
CURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page
).
Sensors that can detect whether
the driver’s seat belt and the f ront
passenger’s seat belt are latched
or unlatched (see page ).
Weight sensors that monitor the
weight on the f ront passenger’s
seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs
(29 kg) or less (the weight of an
inf ant or small child), the
passenger’s front airbag will be
turned of f (see page ).
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Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
monoxide should not enter the
vehicle in normal driving if you
maintain your vehicle properly and
f ollow the inf ormation on this page.
High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:
The vehicle is raised f or an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in a collision that
may have damaged the underside.
With the trunk open, airf low can pull
exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk open, open all the windows and
set the heating and cooling system/
climate control system as shown
below.
Select the f resh air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the f an on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconf ined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system/climate control
system as f ollows:
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.
...........................Control Locations.54
............................Instrument Panel.55
..........Instrument Panel Indicators .56
.............................................Gauges.63
....................Inf ormation Display .64
.....................................Odometer.64
Outside Temperature
...................................Indicator.65
...................................Trip Meter.65
..........Check Fuel Cap Message .66
..................Maintenance Minder .66
...................Temperature Gauge .66
..................................Fuel Gauge.66
Controls Near the Steering
...........................................Wheel.67
.Windshield Wipers and Washers .68
.........Turn Signals and Headlights .69
........................................Fog Lights.72
........Instrument Panel Brightness .72
.................Hazard Warning Button .73
.................Rear Window Def ogger .74
........Steering Wheel Adjustments .75
...............................Keys and Locks.76
........................Immobilizer System.77
................................Ignition Switch.78
......................................Door Locks.79
.Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .80
..............Childproof Door Locks .86
.......................Remote Transmitter.86
................................................Trunk.90
........Emergency Trunk Opener .91
.................................................Seats.92
.Front Seat Power Adjustments .92
FrontSeatManual
............................Adjustments.93
Driver’s Seat Manual Height
..............................Adjustment.94
..........................Head Restraints.94
.......................Folding Rear Seat.97
......................................Armrests.98
..................................Seat Heaters.100
...........................................Mirrors.101
............................Power Windows.103
.......................................Moonroof.107
...............................Parking Brake.109
.........Interior Convenience Items .110
.....................Beverage Holders.111
........Accessory Power Sockets .111
.............Console Compartment .112
..................................Glove Box.113
....................Sunglasses Holder.113
..................................Sun Visors.114
............................Vanity Mirror.115
..................................Coat Hook.115
..........................Center Pockets.115
...............................Interior Lights.116
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Control L ocations
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MIRROR CONTROLS
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS
POWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCH
POWER WINDOWSWITCHES
TRUNK RELEASELEVER
AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION
MANUALTRANSMISSION
INSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORS(P.55)(P.63)
(P.102)
(P.79)
(P.103)
(P.90)
(P.120)
(P.125)
FUEL FILL DOORRELEASE LEVER
(P.133)
GAUGES
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.214)(P.219)
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK(P.212)
HOOD RELEASEHANDLE
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.111)
U.S. EX-L V6 model without navigation system is shown.
MOONROOF SWITCH(P.107)
CLOCK COMPASS
(P.101)
MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON
(P.260)
(P.257)
(P.278)
(P.280)
HOMELINK BUTTONS(P.226)
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS
(P.100)
(P.69,72)
(P.75)
(P.72)PASSENGER AIRBAG OFFINDICATOR(P.30)
HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNALS/FOG LIGHTS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICECONTROL BUTTONS
(P.68)
(P.211)
(P.223)
(P.230)
(P.74,102)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON(P.73)
INTERFACE DIAL (P.174)
(P.290)
STEERING WHEELADJUSTMENTS
CRUISE CONTROLBUTTONS
HORN
BLUETOOTHHANDSFREELINK VOICECONTROL BUTTONS
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST(VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
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The def ogger and antenna wires on
the inside of the rear window can be
accidentally damaged. When
cleaning the glass, always wipe side
to side.
The rear window def ogger will clear
fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the def ogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator in
the button comes on to show the
def ogger is on. It also shuts of f when
you turn of f the ignition switch. You
have to turn the defogger on again
when you restart the vehicle.
Pushing this button also turns the
mirror heaters on or of f . For more
inf ormation, see page .
The def ogger will shut itself of f
withinabout10to30minutes
according to the outside temperature
(over 32°F, 0°C).
Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility bef ore
starting to drive.102
Except U.S. LX and LX-P
On models with automatic air
conditioning system
Rear Window Def ogger
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Auto A/C typeManual A/C typeOn models with navigation system
U.S. LX, LX-P
Except U.S. LX, LX-P
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