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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Wipers and Washers
Wipers and Washers
Wipers and Washers
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are operating intermittently, the interval decreases by about four seconds. Also, when the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a single sweep. In the shortest delay setting (
), the wipers
change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).
NOTICE Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged. Turn the washers off if no washer luid comes out. The pump may get damaged.
NOTICE In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck.Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Front Wiper/Washer
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The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
MIST
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The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.
Wiper Switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
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Change the wiper switch setting according to the amount of rain.
Adjusting the Delay
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Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper delay.
Washer
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Sprays while you pull the lever toward you. When you release the lever, the wipers make two or three more sweeps before stopping.
Pull to use
washer.
Intermittent Time Adjustment Ring
MIST OFF
INT: IntermittentLO: Low speed wipeHI: High speed wipeLong delay Short delay
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you start driving.
WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture. 1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up.
The steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
Move the steering wheel up or down, and
2.
in or out.
Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.
Push the steering wheel adjustment
3.
lever down to lock the steering wheel in position.
After adjusting the position, make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.
To lock
To adjust
Lever
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Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select. The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that will as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference. Use the system when the engine is running.Press the AUTO button.
1.
Adjust the interior temperature using the temperature control dial.
2.
Press the
3.
button to cancel.
Switching Between the Recirculation and Fresh Air Modes
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Press the
button and switch the mode depending on environmental
conditions.
Recirculation Mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the v ehicle’s interior through
the system.Fresh Air Mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in fresh air mode in normal situations.
Using Automatic Climate Control
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate control system in AUTO, the function of the button that was pressed will take priority.The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions unrelated to the button that was pressed will be controlled automatically. During the auto idle stop, the air conditioning system will be turned off.If the ECON mode is selected, the fan may also be turned off. To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the fan may not start immediately when the AUTO button is pressed. Once you have set the desired temperature, do not use the temperature control dial more than necessary.Doing so may delay the time it takes to reach the set temperature. If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning the system on AUTO, and setting the temperature to low. When you set the temperature to the lower or upper limit, Lo or Hi is displayed. Pressing the
button switches the climate
control system between on and off. The system selects your last selection.
Temperature Control Dial MODE Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button AUTO Button
Dashboard ventsFloor and defroster vents
Floor vents
Dashboard and loor vents
(Windshield Defroster) Button
(Fan Control) Button
(On/Off) Button
(Recirculation) Button
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Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
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Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically switches the system to fresh air mode. Press the
button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
To Rapidly Defrost the Windows
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1. Press the
button.
Press the
2.
button.
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower limit.When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the windshield may fog up. If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that the air hits the side windows. For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.
To Rapidly Defrost or Defog the Windows
After defrosting or defogging the windows, switch over to fresh air mode.If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes visibility.
On automatic transmission (CVT) model
Pressing the button restarts the engine
automatically during the auto idle stop.
On manual transmission model To defog during the auto idle stop, restart the engine as follows.
Make sure the shift lever is in
1.
.
Depress the clutch pedal fully.
2.
Press the
3.
button.
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Driving
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
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(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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Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.Check Items Before Getting In the Vehicle

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Make sure there is no obstruction on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights,

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or other parts of the vehicle.
Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. When frozen hard, remove ice once it has softened.
When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel or wheel components.
Make sure the hood is securely closed.

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If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
Make sure the tires are in good condition.

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Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
Checking and Maintaining Tires P.269
Make sure there is no person or object behind or around the vehicle.

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There are blind spots from the inside.
Check Items in the Compartment

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Store or secure all items on board properly.

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Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Maximum Load Limit P.194
Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

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They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
Check Items Before Getting On the Vehicle
NOTICE If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing. Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder. You will be unable to insert key if the hole freezes.
Check Items in the Compartment
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and typically does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualiied technician.
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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.
Parking Brake P.219
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

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at least 10 seconds before trying again. If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,

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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.
Immobilizer System P.1 0 5
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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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