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Features and controls
3-155
3
When you want to keep the lights on: If the light switch is turned to the “ ” or “ ” position again
after the engine is turned off, the 3 minute auto-shutoff func-
tion described above will not work. The lights (parking lights,
tail lights and license plate lights) will stay on and will not turn
off automatically. NOTEIn vehicles with multi center display, multi center display
can be used to keep the light on for approximately 3 min-
utes after you leave the vehicle.
For details, refer to “Setting and customization” on page
3-108.
If the light auto-shutoff function is reprogrammed, you can
activate the 3-minute auto-shutoff function as follows:
1. After turning the ignition key to the “LOCK” or “ACC”
position or removing it from the ignition switch, set the
light switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Put the light switch back to the “ ” or “ ” position
again and get out of the vehicle.
3. The light will automatically turn off after 3 minutes.NOTEWhen the driver’s door is opened, a continuous high-
pitched tone will sound if the key has been removed; a
continuous low-pitched tone will sound if the key is in the
ignition switch.
The tone stops sounding when the driver’s door is closed.
Headlight reminder buzzer
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If the driver’s door is opened with the key in the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position or removed from the ignition switch while the
lights are on, the tone will sound to remind you to turn off the
lights. The lights will turn off automatically and so will the
tone. Or you can turn the light switch to the “OFF” position to
stop the tone.
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Features and controls
3-197
3 Digital clock
(if so equipped)
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When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position,
the time is displayed.How each button works:Set the time by pressing the various buttons as described
below.NOTEIf the battery cables are disconnected or the battery
becomes discharged, the clock will have to be reset.
For vehicles with multi center display, see “Digital
clock/Calender” on page 3-90.
Interior lights
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H (HOUR)- Press and hold the “H” button until the correct
hour appears.
M (MINUTE)- Press and hold the “M” button until the correct
minute appears.
Luggage room light
→ P. 3 - 2 0 2Dome light/
Reading lights
→ P.3-200, 3-200
Door lights
→ P.3-202 Rear personal lights
→P.3-201
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Interior light switch
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The interior light switch can be used for adjusting the follow-
ing switches: dome light, reading lights, luggage room light,
rear personal lights and door lights.NOTEIf the light is left on with the ignition switch in the
“LOCK” position, the lights go off automatically after
about 30 minutes.
Refer to “Interior light auto-cutout function (dome light
and other lights)” on page 3-203.
1 (ON) - It is possible to turn on all of the interior lights
{dome light, reading lights, rear personal lights,
luggage room light and door lights} by placing the
interior light switch in the “ON” position.
NOTEWhen the switch of the rear personal lights
and luggage room light are in the “OFF” posi-
tion, these lights do not come on when the
interior light switch is placed to the “ON”
position.
2 (DOOR) - It is possible to turn on all of the interior lights
{dome light, reading lights, rear personal lights,
luggage room light and door lights} by placing the
interior light switch in the “DOOR” position and
opening any door or the liftgate.
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NOTEWith the switches on the rear personal lights
and luggage room light in the “OFF” position,
the rear personal lights and luggage room light
stay off when the interior light switch is in the
“DOOR” position and a door or the liftgate is
opened.
When all the doors and the liftgate are closed, the
interior lights are dimmed gradually for 30 seconds
then go off. However, the lights go off immediately
without being dimmed if:
The ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position.
All the doors and the liftgate are locked using
the lock knobs of the front doors, the power
door lock switch, or the remote control switch
from the keyless entry system.NOTEIf the ignition key is removed with the doors
and the liftgate closed, the interior lights come
on for 30 seconds period then go off.
When the switches of the reading lights, rear
personal lights and luggage room light are in
the “ON” position, these lights do not go off
when all the doors and the liftgate are closed.
In a vehicles with multi center display, the
multi center display can be used to change the
dimming period of interior lights.
For details, refer to “Setting and customiza-
tion” on page 3-108.3 (OFF) - It is possible to turn off all of the interior lights
{dome light, reading lights, rear personal lights,
luggage room light and door lights} by placing the
interior light switch in the “OFF” position.
NOTEWhen the switches of the reading lights, rear
personal lights and luggage room light are in
the “ON” position, these lights do not go off
when the interior light switch is placed to the
“OFF” position.
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Features and controls
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3
Interior light auto-cutout function (dome light
and other lights)
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If any of the interior lights are left on with the ignition switch
in the “LOCK” position, the lights go off automatically after
about 30 minutes.
The lights come on again if the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” or “ACC” position, any door or the liftgate is opened and
closed, or the keyless entry system is operated.NOTEIn a vehicle with a multi center display, the multi center
display can be used to alter functions as listed below.
For details, please refer to “Setting and customization” on
page 3-108.
• The interior light auto-cutout function can be turned off.
• The interior light auto-cutout delay can be changed.
Accessory boxes
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Convenient storage space is located throughout the vehicle.1- Cup holder
2- Bottle holder
3- Sunglasses holder (if so equipped)
4- Floor console box/Tissue holder
5- Glove compartment
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Driving safety
4-3
4 Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you have been
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation.
Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not make you
sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your
alertness, perception and reaction time. Consult with your doc-
tor or pharmacist before driving while under the influence of
any of these medications.
Vehicle preparation before driving
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always observe the follow-
ing: Seat belts and seatsBefore starting the vehicle, make certain that you and all
passengers are seated and wearing their seat belts properly
(with children in the rear seat, in appropriate restraints),
and that all the doors and the liftgate are locked.
Move the driver’s seat as far backward as possible, while
still keeping good visibility, and good control of the steer-
ing wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls. Check the
instrument panel indicators for any possible problem.
Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.
Make sure that infants and small children are properly
restrained in accordance with all laws and regulations.
WA R N I N G
!NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your reflexes are
slower and your judgment is impaired.
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Driving safety
4-7
4 Parking
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Parking on a hillWhen parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from the
curb on an uphill.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
Be sure that the parking brake is firmly set when parked and
that the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake
before moving the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.
This prevents loading the parking brake against the transaxle
gear. When this happens, it is difficult to move the selector
lever out of the “P” (PARK) position.Parking with the engine runningNever leave the engine running while you take a short
sleep/rest. Also, never leave the engine running in a closed or
poorly ventilated place.
Where you park
When leaving the vehicleAlways remove the key from the ignition switch and lock all
doors and the liftgate when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
WA R N I N G
!Leaving the engine running risks injury or death
from accidentally moving the selector lever or the
accumulation of toxic exhaust fumes in the passen-
ger compartment.
WA R N I N G
!Do not park your vehicle in areas where combustible
materials such as dry grass or leaves can come in
contact with a hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.
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4-12 Driving safety
4Cargo loads
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Cargo load precautionsTo determine the cargo load capacity for your vehicle, subtract
the weight of all vehicle occupants from the vehicle capacity
weight. For added information, if needed, refer to “Step for
Determining Correct Load Limit” on page 4-10.
DO NOT USE the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross
Axle Weight Rating numbers listed on the safety certification
label (A) located on the inside sill of the driver’s door as the
guide for passengers and/or cargo weight.
WA R N I N G
!To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, the
combined weights of the driver, passengers and
cargo and must never exceed the vehicle capacity
weight.Exceeding the vehicle capacity weight will adversely
affect vehicle performance, including handling and
braking, and may cause an accident.Do not load cargo or luggage higher than the top of
the seatback. Be sure that your cargo or luggage
cannot move when your vehicle is in motion.
Having either the rear view blocked, or your cargo
being thrown inside the cabin if you suddenly have
to brake can cause a serious accident or injury or
death.Put cargo or luggage in the luggage area of your
vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly.
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