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Rear View Monitorí
The rear view monitor is a visual assist system when reversing the vehicle that provides
images from the rear of the vehicle.
WARNING
The rear view monitor is only a visual assist device when reversing the vehicle. The
images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions. Always drive
carefully confirming the safety of the rear and the surrounding conditions by looking
directly with your eyes. Reversing the vehicle by only looking at the screen may cause
an accident or a collision with an object.
CAUTION
ØDo not use the rear view monitor under the following conditions: Using the rear
view monitor under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in
injury or vehicle damage or both.
ØIcy or snow-covered roads.
ØTire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.
ØThe liftgate is not fully closed.
ØThe vehicle is on a road incline.
ØWhen the display is cold, images may course across the monitor or the screen and
may be dimmer than usual, which could cause difficulty in confirming the
surrounding conditions of the vehicle. Always drive carefully confirming the safety
of the rear and the surrounding conditions by looking directly with your eyes.
ØDo not apply excessive force to the camera. The camera position and angle may
deviate.
ØDo not disassemble, modify, or remove it as it may no longer be waterproof.
ØThe camera cover is made of plastic. Do not apply degreasing agents, organic
solvents, wax, or glass coating agents to the camera cover. If any are spilled on
the cover, wipe off with a soft cloth immediately.
ØDo not rub the cover excessively, or polish it using an abrasive compound or a
hard brush. The cover may be damaged affecting the image.
Interior Comfort
Rear View Monitor
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED COMPONENT
17 OUTLET CTR 15 A Accessory socket (Center)
18 OUTLET RR 15 A Accessory socket (Rear)
19 AC PWR 15 A Moon roof
í, DC/AC inverter
20 S.WARM 15 A Seat warmerí
21 A/C MAG 10 A Air conditioner
22 BOSE 25 A Audio system (Bose®Sound System-equipped model)í
23 FAN230 AíCooling fan
40 Aí
24 ABS 50 A ABS
25 IG COIL 25 A Ignition system
26 H/L LOW L 15 A Headlight-left (Low beam)
27 H/L LOW R 15 A Headlight-right (Low beam)
28 H/L HIGH 20 A Headlight-high (High beam)
29 HAZARD 15 A Hazard warning flashers
30
10 A PCM
31 HORN 15 A Horn
32 STOP 7.5 A Brake lights
33 EGI INJ 10 A Engine control system
34 ENG BAR 20 A Air flow sensor, EGR control valve
35 ENG BAR 2 7.5 A PCM
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Maintenance and Care
íSome models.
Owner Maintenance
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Fuse block (Glove box)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED COMPONENT
1 OUTLET FR 15 A Accessory socket (Front)
2 MIRROR 7.5 A Power control mirror
3―― ―
4 METER 10 A Instrument cluster
5 SAS 7.5 A ABS, Air bag
6 ENG.IGA 7.5 A Engine control system
7 STA 7.5 A Ignition system
8―― ―
9 A/C 7.5 A Air conditioner
10 R.WIPER 15 A Rear window wiper and washer
11 TRAILER――
12 P.LIFT GATE 20 A Power lift gate
í
13 SUNROOF 15 A Moonroofí
14 AUDIO 10 A Audio system
15 M.DEF 10 A Mirror defrosterí
16―― ―
17 TAIL 10 A Taillight
18 ILLUMI 10 A Dashboard illumination
19 INJ 7.5 A Injectors
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íSome models.
Owner Maintenance
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qGlossary of Terms
Tire Placard:A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and
the maximum weight the vehicle can carry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN):A number on the sidewall of each tire providing
information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size, and date of
manufacture.
Inflation Pressure:A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
kPa:Kilopascal, the metric unit for air pressure.
psi:Pounds per square inch, the English unit for air pressure.
B-pillar:The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door.
Original Equipment (OE):Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle.
Vehicle Load Limit:The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and
cargo.
Bead Area of the Tire:Area of the tire next to the rim.
Sidewall Area of the Tire:Area between the bead area and the tread.
Tread Area of the Tire:Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it's
mounted on the vehicle.
Seating capacitymeans the total allowable number of vehicle occupants. Seating capacity
is described on the tire label.
Production options weightis the combination weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace,
and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Rimis the metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire
beads are seated.
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (except Canada)
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H
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-75
Hood Release .................................... 3-49
Horn .................................................. 5-74
I
Ignition
Keys ........................................... 3-23
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ............... 6-182
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-53
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-57
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-44
BSM OFF ................................... 5-58
Cruise ......................................... 5-58
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-57
Security ...................................... 5-56
Shift position .............................. 5-57
TCS OFF .................................... 5-58
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-57
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-59
Information Display ........................ 6-184
Ambient temperature display .... 6-185
Audio display ........................... 6-186
Climate control display ............ 6-186
Clock ........................................ 6-185
Information display functions ... 6-184
Trip computer ........................... 6-186
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-39
Interior Care ...................................... 8-60
Interior Lights ................................. 6-182
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-16
K
Keyless Entry System ....................... 3-24
Keys .................................................. 3-23
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-65
Liftgate .............................................. 3-33
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-38
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-61
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light .......... 6-183
M
Maintenance
Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-17
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-16
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Map Lights ...................................... 6-183
Mirror Defroster ................................ 5-73
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-63
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-64
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
Moonroof .......................................... 3-50
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-40
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-63
Overhead Console ........................... 6-191
Overhead Lights .............................. 6-182
Overheating ....................................... 7-14
Index
11-5
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