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Controls
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Position
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position
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After all occupants have adjusted their seats, and put on their seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safely parked and the engine is off. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased. In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag.
Active Head Restraints

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The driver’s and passenger’s seats have active head restraints. In a rear impact, an occupant properly secured by a seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will move forward. This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants against the likelihood of whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position
WARNING
Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor.
Active Head Restraints
In order for the active head restraint to operate properly: Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or

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from the restraint legs.Do not place any objects between an occupant

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and the seat-back.
After a collision, the activated restraint should
return to its normal position. If the restraints do not
return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
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Driving
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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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. (Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and inspection information.Types of Inspection and Maintenance

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Daily Inspections
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Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when refueling.
Periodic Inspections
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Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid P.254
Check the brake fluid level monthly.
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Brake/Clutch Fluid P.256
Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
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Checking and Maintaining Tires P.269
Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount
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brake light, and license plate lights monthly.
Replacing Light Bulbs P.258
Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P.266
Inspection and Maintenance
U.S. models only Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are "certiied" to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties. However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Maintenance Service Items P. 2 4 3
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks that require more skills and tools, purchase the service manual.
Authorized Manuals P. 3 1 9
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make sure that you have the necessary tools and skills irst.After performing maintenance, complete the records in the separate maintenance booklet.
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
High beam headlight: 60W (HB3)
Low beam headlight: 55W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
35W (D4S for high voltage discharge)High Beam Headlight

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1. Remove the cover.
2. Remove the coupler.
It can be removed by pushing the tab.
Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
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Insert a new bulb into the headlight
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assembly and turn it to the right.
Insert the coupler into the connector of the
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bulb.
Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter.
NOTICE 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 by a dealer or another qualiied technician. The HB3 and H11 types are halogen bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it by its base, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. The exterior lights’ inside lenses (headlights, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily after a vehicle wash or while driving in the rain. This does not impact the exterior light function.However, if you see a large amount of water or ice accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Cover
Bulb
TabCoupler
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs Headlight Bulbs
Low Beam Headlights (High Voltage Discharge Type)
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Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
Low Beam Headlights (Halogen Headlights)

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1. Remove the coupler.
It can be removed by pushing the tab.
Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
2.
Insert a new bulb into the headlight
3.
assembly and turn it to the right.
Insert the coupler into the connector of the
4.
bulb.Bulb
Tab
Coupler
*Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Traction
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The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Temperature

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The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Traction
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inlated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinlation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Battery If the indicator does not come on when the button is pushed, replace the battery.
Battery type: CR1616
1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips- head screwdriver. Push a button to pry open the transmitter.
2. Open the keypad.
Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver
with a cloth to prevent scratching the transmitter.
Make sure to replace the battery with the
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correct polarity.
Replacing the Battery
NOTICE An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always conirm local regulations for battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or at a dealer.
Screw
BatteryKeypad
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses Fuse Locations
Interior Fuse Box
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Located under the driver side dashboard.
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
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Fuse Locations
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the back side of the cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and label number.
Label
Fuse BoxCover
Circuit Protected Amps
1 Back Up 15 A
2 TPMS* 1
7.5 A
3 Driver’s Power Window 20 A
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5 Back-Up Light 10 A
6 SRS 10 A
7 Transmission* 2
10 A
8 SRS 7.5 A
9 Fog Light* 20 A
10 A/C 7.5 A
11 ABS/VSA ®
7.5 A
12 IMA 10 ACircuit Protected Amps
13 Accessory Power Socket 20 A
14 Radio 7.5 A
15 Daytime Running Lights 7.5 A
16 Rear Wiper 10 A17 Passenger’s Power Window 20 A
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20 Fuel Pump 15 A
21 Washer 15 A
22 Meter 7.5 A
23 Hazard 10 A
24 Stop/Horn 10 ACircuit Protected Amps
25 Audio AMP* 20 A
26 LAF 10 A
27 Door Lock Main 20 A
28 Headlight Main 20 A
29 Small Light 10 A
30 Main Fan Motor 30 A
31 IGPS 7.5 A
32 Right Headlight Low* 3
Right Headlight Low (HID)* 410 A 15 A
*1: U.S. models only *2: Automatic transmission (CVT)*3: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights*4: Vehicle with discharge headlights
continued
* Not available on all models
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