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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lights*
Fog Lights
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the instrument panel will be on.They go off when the headlights turn off, or when the daytime running lights are on.
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When the low beam headlights are on, turn the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
Daytime Running Lights The high beam headlights and indicator come on slightly dimmer than normal. The ignition switch is in ON
•
II.
The headlight switch is off, or in
•
.
The parking brake is released.
•
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition switch will turn off the daytime running lights. The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight switch is turned on.
Fog Light Switch
Daytime Running Lights
When there is a problem with the daytime running lights system, "CHECK DRL SYSTEM" appears on the multi-information display. Have your vehicle checked at a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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This chapter describes driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
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Before Driving
Driving Preparation ................................. 192
Maximum Load Limit .............................. 194
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle .............................. 196
When Driving Starting the Engine ................................. 197
Precautions While Driving ....................... 200
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................ 201Shifting (Automatic Transmission - CVT) .202
Shifting (Manual Transmission) ............... 207
3-Mode Drive System ............................. 210
Cruise Control ........................................ 211 VSA
®
(Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ....... 214TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .216
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation .................. 217
Braking Brake System .......................................... 219
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 221
Brake Assist System ................................ 222
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ....................................... 223Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission -
CVT) ....................................................... 224 Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission) ..... 227
Parking ................................................... 230
Refueling Fuel Information ..................................... 231
How to Refuel ........................................ 232
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy ........................ 234
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ............................................. 235
Modifications ......................................... 235
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When Driving
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
Automatic transmission (CVT) model
Check that the shift lever is in
2. P, then
depress the brake pedal.
Although it is possible to start the vehicle in
N, it is safer to start it in P.
Manual transmission model
Check that the shift lever is in
2. N. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right foot, and the clutch pedal with your left foot.
The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to start the engine.
Starting the Engine
Keep your foot irmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine. The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain. If the exhaust sounds abnormal or if you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with the engine or exhaust system.
Brake Pedal
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
continued
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When Driving Starting the Engine
3. Turn the ignition switch to START
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Starting to Drive
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Automatic transmission (CVT) model
Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check
1.
that the brake system indicator has gone off.
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Put the shift lever in
2.
D. Select R when reversing.
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to
3.
pull away.
Starting the Engine
Do not hold the key in START
for more than 15
seconds.
If the engine does not start right away, wait for
•
at least 10 seconds before trying again. If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
•
wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3 while gently depressing the accelerator pedal. Release the accelerator pedal once the engine starts.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is disabled.
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When Driving Starting the Engine
Creep Aid System
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Automatic transmission (CVT) model
With the shift lever in D or N, this feature applies brake pressure briefly as you
release the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Hill Start Assist System
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Manual transmission model
Hill start assist feature helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator. Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to
1 when facing uphill, or R when facing
downhill, then release the brake pedal. The brakes remain engaged briefly as you release the brake pedal.
Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and will not operate on small inclines. Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking brake. Hill start assist will still operate even when VSA ®
is
switched off.
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When Driving Shifting
Shifting
Automatic transmission (CVT) model
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving need.Names and Functions of Shift Lever Positions
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Shifting
You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK
and remove the key unless the shift lever is in .
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pedal irmly and, when necessary, apply the parking brake. The engine may cut in and out in
R or depending
on the road condition, even when the engine
speed is lower than the tachometer’s red zone. This is the engine’s computer working to protect the transmission.
Park Used when parking or starting the engine. Reverse Used when backing up. Neutral Used when idling Drive Used for:
~ Normal driving
~ Temporarily driving in the 7-speed manual shift mode (when driving in ECON or NORMAL mode)
~ Driving in the 7-speed manual shift mode (when driving in SPORT mode)
~ Driving in L mode
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When Driving Shifting
Reverse Lockout
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The manual transmission has a lockout mechanism that stops you from accidentally shifting into
R from a forward gear while the vehicle is moving at a certain speed.
If you cannot shift to
R when the vehicle is stopped, do the following: 1. Depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever all the way to the left, and shift to
R.
If you still cannot shift into
2.
R, apply the
parking brake, and turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
I or LOCK 0.
Depress the clutch pedal and shift into
3.
R.
Keep depressing the clutch pedal and start
4.
the engine.
Have the vehicle checked by a dealer if you have to go through this procedure repeatedly.
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Braking
Brake System
Parking Brake
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Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parking.
To apply: Pull the lever fully up without pressing the release button. To release:
Pull the lever slightly, and press and hold
1.
the release button. Lower the lever down all the way, then
2.
release the button.
Parking Brake
NOTICE Release the parking brake fully before driving. The rear brakes and axle can be damaged if you drive with the parking brake applied. If you start driving without fully releasing the parking brake, a buzzer sounds as a warning, and "RELEASE PARKING BRAKE" appears on the multi-information display. Always apply the parking brake when parking.When the outside temperature is extremely cold, do not apply the parking brake to prevent it from freezing, and do the following:
Automatic transmission model Put the shift lever in , then place a block or other
wheel chock to stop the wheels from turning.
Manual transmission model Put the shift lever in or , then place a block
or other wheel chock to stop the wheels from turning.
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