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When Driving VSA®
(Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System
VSA
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On and Off
This button is on the driver side control panel. To turn the VSA®
system on and off, press and
hold it until you hear a beep. VSA ®
will stop and the indicator will come on.
To turn it on again, press the
(VSA ®
off)
button until you hear a beep. VSA ®
is turned on every time you start the
engine, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle.
VSA ®
OFF
Indicator
VSA ®
(Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic
Stability Control), System
Without VSA ®
, your vehicle will have normal
braking and cornering ability, but it will not have VSA ®
traction and stability enhancement.
In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow, it may be easier to free it with the VSA ®
temporarily switched
off. When the VSA ®
system is off, the traction control
system is also off. You should only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA ®
off if you are not able
to free it when the VSA ®
is on.
Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be sure to switch VSA ®
on again. We do not recommend
driving your vehicle with the VSA ®
and traction
control systems switched off. If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on or blinks, the VSA ®
system comes on automatically.
In this case, you cannot turn the system off by pressing the
button.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being performed immediately after starting the engine or while driving. This is normal.
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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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Braking ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
ABS
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Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you can do. The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading. You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as “stomp and steer.”
ABS Operation
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The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Keep holding the pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice. When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
NOTICE The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size. When the ABS indicator comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the system.While normal braking is not affected, there is a possibility of the ABS not operating. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. The ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the vehicle. It only helps with steering control during hard braking. In the following cases, your vehicle may need more stopping distance than a vehicle without ABS: When driving on rough road surfaces, including

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when driving on uneven surfaces, such as gravel or snow.When tire chains are installed.

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You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being performed immediately after starting the engine or while driving. This is normal.
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT) To help maximize fuel economy, Auto Idle Stop shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The AUTO STOP indicator blinks at this time.The engine then restarts once the vehicle is about to move again, and the indicator goes off. If the driver’s door is opened while the indicator is blinking, a buzzer sounds to notify you that the auto idle stop function is in operation.
Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
The duration of the Auto Idle Stop operation: Increases

• in the ECON mode compared to
normal or sport mode with climate control in use.Decreases

• if you operate the wipers and climate
control simultaneously.
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
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The idle stop is done when the vehicle stops with the shift lever in D and the brake
pedal depressed. Auto Idle Stop Does Not Activate When:
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The low temperature indicator is on.

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The IMA battery charge is low.

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The bars of the ASST/CHRG indicators do not move when accelerating or

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decelerating. The transmission fluid temperature is low.

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The vehicle comes to a stop again before the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph

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(15 km/h) after the engine starts.Stopped on a steep incline.

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The shift lever is in a position other than

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D or N.
Airflow from the climate control system increases.

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If you have selected the fan speed manually:
The display shows more than five vertical bars.
Shift mode is in the L mode.

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• is on (the indicator is on).
Auto Idle Stop May Not Activate When:
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The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between

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the set temperature and the actual interior temperature. (Except when in ECON mode).When humidity in the interior is high.

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The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly.

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Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
The brake pedal is depressed, and the vehicle slows down to a speed below 6 mph (10 km/h).
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
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The brake pedal is released.
Engine Restarts Even If the Brake Pedal is Depressed When:
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The shift position is changed to

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R.
Shift mode set in the L mode.

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The accelerator pedal is depressed.

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The pressure to the brake pedal is reduced and the vehicle starts moving while

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stopped on an incline. The IMA battery charge becomes low.

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The low temperature indicator comes on.

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The climate control system is in use, and the difference between the set

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temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.The climate control system is being used to dehumidify the interior.

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The pressure on the brake pedal is repeatedly applied and released slightly.

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The

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(windshield defogger) button is pressed.
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission) To help maximize fuel economy, the engine automatically stops when the vehicle comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The AUTO STOP indicator blinks at this time. The engine then restarts once the vehicle is about to move again when you depress the clutch pedal fully, and the indicator goes off.If the driver’s door is opened while the indicator is blinking, a buzzer sounds to notify you that the auto idle stop function is in operation.
Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
If the Auto Idle Stop operating time lasts long enough to lower the 12 volt battery charge or the IMA battery charge, the engine may not restart automatically.Manually turn off the engine when you leave your vehicle. The duration of auto idle stop operation: Increases

• in the ECON mode compared to
normal or sport mode with climate control in use.Decreases

• if you operate the wipers and climate
control simultaneously.
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
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Stopping with the brake, the clutch pedal is fully depressed, and the shift lever is in
N.
To restart the engine automatically, depress the clutch pedal.
Auto Idle Stop Does Not Activate When:
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The low temperature indicator is on.

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The IMA battery charge is low.

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The bars of the ASST/CHRG indicators do not move when accelerating or

•
decelerating. The vehicle comes to a stop again before the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph

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(15km/h) after the engine starts.The shift lever is in

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R.
Airflow from the climate control system increases.

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If you have selected the fan speed manually:
The display shows more than five vertical bars.

• is on (the indicator is on).
Auto Idle Stop May Not Activate When:
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The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between

•
the set temperature and the actual interior temperature. (Except when in ECON mode).When humidity in the interior is high.

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The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly

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Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
The brake pedal is depressed, the vehicle slows down to a speed below 19 mph (30 km/h), and the clutch pedal is fully pressed. The engine may not stop or restart automatically if you fail to fully depress the clutch pedal.
Keeping the proper driving positions makes it easie r
for you to depress the clutch pedal fully.
Adjusting the Seats P.11 9
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