The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights (low beam), parking
lights, side marker lights, and
taillights f lash if someone attempts
to break into your vehicle or remove
the radio. This alarm continues f or 2
minutes, then it stops. To reset an
activated system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors f rom the outside with the key,
driver’s lock tab, door lock master
switch, or remote transmitter. The
security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself .Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the trunk, or the
hood without using the key or the
remote transmitter will cause the
alarm to be activated. It will also be
activated if the audio unit is removed
f rom the dashboard or the wiring is
cut.
With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the master key
or the remote transmitter without
triggering the alarm. The alarm willsound if the trunk lock is f orced, or
the trunk is opened with the trunk
release handle.
The security system will not set if
the hood, trunk, or either door is not
f ully closed. If the system will not set,
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position, and check the
indicators on the instrument panel.
Close either door or the trunk
indicatedonthedisplay.Checkthe
hood visually since it is not part of
the display, and shut it if necessary.
To see if the system is set
af ter you exit the vehicle, press the
LOCK button on the remote
transmitter within 5 seconds. If the
system is set, the horn will beep
once.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.
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Features
213
NOTE:
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Check that the hood and trunk are
f ully closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ).
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7.
6. 9.
4. 5.
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Preparing to Drive
258
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If you open the driver’s door when
Auto Stop is active, the indicator will
blink and you will hear a continuous
beep. The beep will stop when you
close the door.
With the driver’s door open, you will
hear a continuous beep even if the
Auto Idle Stop f unction is
deactivated and the engine restarts.
Always turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK (0) position and remove
the key if you are getting out of the
vehicle.
The indicator blinks as a reminder
that the engine has stopped because
of the Auto Idle Stop f unction. You
cannot restart the engine with the
ignition switch when this indicator is
blinking.
A uto Idle Stop Indicator
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving
265
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
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Make sure the windows are closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the trunk or take them with you.If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
Lock the doors.
Check the indicator on the
instrument panel to verif y that the
security system is set.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb.
Set the parking brake bef ore you put
the transmission in Park. This keeps
the vehicle from moving and putting
pressure on the parking mechanism
in the transmission.
Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
Parking T ips
Parking
266 Never install a sunshade between the
upper and lower meters on the
instrument panel. If you do, you could
cause heat damage to the upper meter
on a very hot day.
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Check the terminals f or corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it of f with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
f urther corrosion.
If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualif ied technician.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last. If your vehicle’s 12 volt battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the IMA
battery level gauge reading will not
be correct the next time you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It will show less than the
actual level temporarily. It will show
the correct level af ter you drive f or
at least 30 minutes.If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
Fill the f uel tank.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park.
Block the rear wheels.
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WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling. Vehicle Storage
Checking the 12 Volt Battery, Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
309
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normaloperation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the batterymaintenance.
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No.
No.No.
Circuits Protected
Amps. Amps.
Amps. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
1 2345678 9
10111213141516 17181920212223242526272829303132333435363738
ODS
MET ER
SRS
Right Headlight High Beam
Left Headlight High Beam
Small (Interior)
Small (Exterior)
Right Headlight Low Beam
7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A 10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
(7.5 A)
(7.5 A)
20 A
20 A
(15 A) 15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A
30 A
7.5 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A Power Window
Fuel Pump
IG1 ACG
ABS/VSA Unit
Seat Heater
Not Used
TPMS
Not Used Left Headlight Low Beam
Headlight High Main
Small (Main)
Not Used
Headlight Low Main
(HAC)
STS
Not Used
Door Lock
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Rear ACC Socket
ACC
Passenger’s Power Window
Not Used
Right Rear Power Window
Left Rear Power Window
Not Used
ACC, Radio
HAC
Daytime Running Light
Wiper
: Optional in U.S.
Fuse Locations
332
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
Main Menu
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Accessories . 250
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................
Position) . 80
.............
Accessory Power Socket . 101
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 285
.............................
Airbag (SRS) . 10, 22
...
Airbags, Additional Information . 22
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 33
..........
AdvancedAirbagSystem .26
.............................
Airbag Service . 32
How the Passenger Airbag Of f
......................
Indicator Works . 31
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works . 31
..
How the SRS Indicator Works . 30
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................
Work . 24
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 28
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
.........................................
Work . 30
........................
SRS Components . 22
..............
Air Conditioning System . 104
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires . 304
......................................
Antif reeze . 288 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 59, 268
...................................
Operation . 268
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 209
Anti-thef t Steering Column
..........................................
Lock . 80
........................................
Armrest . 95
................................
Audio System . 110
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 82
.........................
Auto Door Locking . 82
.....................
Auto Door Unlocking . 85
........................
Auto Idle Stop . 264, 265
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 20
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 214
.
Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 260
..........................
Capacity,Fluid .338
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 291
.......................................
Shif ting . 261
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators . 260
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 261
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 263 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 62, 324
............................
Jump Starting . 319
..............................
Maintenance . 308
............................
Specif ications . 339
..............................
Bef ore Driving . 241
....................................
Belts,Seat .9,19
...........................
Beverage Holder . 101
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 268
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 242
....................
Bulb Replacement . 296
...........................................
Fluid . 292
...................
Pad Wear Indicator . 268
.........................................
Parking . 99
...........
System Indicator . 58, 63, 326
.............................
Braking System . 267
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 242
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 75
Index
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights . 297
.....................
Brake Lights . 296, 297
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 295
...........
Front Turn Signal Light . 295
.................................
Headlights . 293
..........................
Parking Lights . 295
.........
Rear Side Marker Lights . 296
..........
Rear Turn Signal Lights . 296
............................
Specif ications . 339
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen . 293
.........................................
Card, PC . 170
............................
Capacities Chart . 338
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 52
.............................
Carrying Cargo . 252
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
..................................
Ceiling Light . 102
........................
Certif ication Label . 336
............................................
Chains . 308
....................
Changing a Flat Tire . 313
Changing Oil
........................................
How to . 286
......................................
When to . 277 ...
Charging System Indicator . 62, 324
..............
Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 69
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 258
.....................................
Child Saf ety . 34
Child Seats
.............
LATCH Anchor System . 43
.............................
Lower Anchor . 43
............................
Tether Anchor . 47
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 82
....................
Cleaning the Wheels . 303
.........................
Clock, Setting the . 212
........................
CO in the Exhaust . 345
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 259
..............................
Compact Spare . 312
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 55
Coolant
........................................
Adding . 288
....................................
Checking . 246
.........................
Proper Solution . 288
...................
Temperature Gauge . 66
Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................
System . 345
............
Cruise Control Operation . 214
....
Customer Service Inf ormation . 352 ...............
DANGER, Explanation of . iii
...................................
Dashboard . 3, 56
................
Daytime Running Lights . 75
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 354
........................
Def og and Def rost . 108
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 76
..............
Def rosting the Windows . 108
....................................
Dimensions . 338
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 74
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission . 291
..................................
Engine Oil . 245
..........................
Directional Signals . 74
Disc Brake Pad Wear
...................................
Indicators . 268
............................
Disc Player . 121, 160
..................
Display Change Button . 66
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 288
Doors
.
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 82
.....................
Auto Door Locking . 82
.................
Auto Door Unlocking . 85
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 81
......................
Power Door Locks . 81
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