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■USB memory
●Compatible devices
USB memory that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback
●Compatible device formats
The following device formats can be used:
• USB communication formats: USB2.0 FS (12mbps)
• File formats: FAT16/32 (Windows)
• Correspondence class: Mass storage class
MP3 and WMA files written in any format other than those listed above may not
play correctly, and their file names and folder names may not be displayed cor-
rectly.
Items related to standards and limitations are as follows:
• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels
• Maximum number of folders in a device: 999 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files in a device: 65025
• Maximum number of files per folder: 255
●MP3 and WMA files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1 /10 of their original size using MP3
compression.
WMA (Windows Media
TM Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format.
This format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3 format.
There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards that can be used and to the
media/formats on which the files are recorded.

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●ID3 and WMA tags
ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track title,
artist name, etc.
The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 ID3 tags.
(The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.)
WMA tags can be added to WMA files, ma king it possible to record the track
title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
●MP3 and WMA playback
• When a device containing MP3 or WMA files is connected, all files in the
USB memory device are checked. Once the file check is finished, the first
MP3 or WMA file is played. To make th e file check finish more quickly, we
recommend that you do not include an y files other than MP3 or WMA files
or create any unnecessary folders.
• When the USB device is connected and the audio source is changed to
USB memory mode, the USB device will start playing the first file in the first
folder. If the same device is removed and reinserted (and the contents have
not been changed), the USB device will resume play from the same point in
which it was last used.
●Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 and WMA
files, they will be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3 and WMA files. This
may result in large amounts of interference and damage to the speakers.

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●Playback
• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software for MP3 and WMA files on the market, and depend ing on the status of the encoding
and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of playback may
result. In some cases, playback may not be possible at all.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not connect USB players or operate the controls.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to USB memory
●Do not leave USB memory in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehicle may
become high, resulting in damage to the player.
●Do not push down on or apply unnecessar y pressure to the USB memory while it
is connected as this may damage the USB memory or its terminal.
●Do not insert foreign objects into the po rt as this may damage the USB memory
or its terminal.

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Using the AUX adapter
■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio controls. All other adjust-
ments must be made on the portable audio device itself.
■When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet
Noise may occur during playback. Use the power source of the portable audio
device.
This adapter can be used to connect a po rtable audio device and listen to it
through the vehicle’s speakers.
Slide the auxiliary box lid.
Open the cover and connect
the portable audio device.
Press the “AUX•USB” button.STEP1
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: Selects a radio station
CD mode: Selects a track, file (MP3 and
WMA) and disc
Bluetooth
® audio mode: 
Selects a track and
album
iPod
® mode: Selects a song
USB memory mode: 
Selects a file and folder
Turns the power on, selects
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Turning the power onPress the “MODE” button when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down for 1 second
or more.
Changing the audio source
Press the “MODE” button when the au dio system is turned on. The audio
source changes as follows each time th e button is pressed. If no discs are
inserted in the player, that mode will be skipped.
FM1 FM2 SAT1 SAT2 SAT3 CD player 
Bluetooth
® audio AUX iPod® or USB memory AM FM1
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the vo lume and “-” to decrease the vol-
ume.
Hold down the button to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Selecting a radio station
Press the “MODE” button to select radio mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select a radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold “ ” or “ ” on the button
until you hear a beep.
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Selecting a track/file or songPress the “MODE” button to select CD, Bluetooth
® audio, iPod®
or USB memory mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select the desired track/file or
song.
Selecting an album
Press the “MODE” button to select Bluetooth
® audio mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a folder
Press the “MODE” button to select USB memory mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player
Press the “MODE” button to select CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CFront automatic air conditioning 
system ..................................................384
Rear automatic air conditioning 
system ................................................. 400
ABS............................................................ 330
Active traction control......................... 331
Adaptive front lighting system ........ 223
Adaptive variable suspension 
system...................................................... 316
AFS ............................................................. 223
Air conditioning filter ..........................640
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .......................640
Front automatic air conditioning 
system ..................................................384
Rear automatic air conditioning 
system ................................................. 400
Airbags Airbag deployment 
conditions............................................. 126
Airbag precautions for your 
child.........................................................133
Airbag warning light ....................... 688
Front passenger occupant 
classification system....................... 140
General airbag precautions .......... 132
Locations of airbags.............................121
Modification and disposal of 
airbags ................................................... 137
Proper driving po sture ...................... 119
Side airbag precautions ................... 134
Side and curtain shield airbags 
deployment conditions ................. 126
Side and curtain shield airbag 
precautions .........................................135
SRS airbags ..............................................121 Alarm ............................................................ 116
Antenna ......................................................413
Anti-lock brake system ......................330
Armrest .................................................... 554
Audio input................................................451
Audio system
Antenna.................................................... 413
Audio input............................................. 451
AUX adapter ........................................ 451
CD player/changer ........................... 416
MP3/WMA disc................................424
Optimal use ......................................... 449
Portable music player ....................... 451
Radio ....................................................... 408
Steering wheel audio switch........ 452
USB memory ...................................... 440
Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ....................... 640
Front automatic air conditioning 
system.................................................. 384
Rear automatic air conditioning 
system.................................................. 400
Automatic light control system....... 220
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ...................186
If the shift lever cannot be shifted 
from P ...................................................736
S mode .....................................................189
AUX adapter ...........................................451
Auxiliary box .............................. 525, 559
AVS..............................................................316
Back door Back door .................................................54
Wireless remote control .................. 48A
B