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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Wipers and Washers
Rear Wiper/Washer
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The rear wiper and washer can be used when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
Wiper Switch (OFF, ON)
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The wiper operates intermittently after completing a few sweeps.
Washer (
■
)
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this position.Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the washer. Once released, it stops operating after a few more sweeps.
Operating in Reverse
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When you shift the transmission to
R with the front wiper activated, the rear wiper
operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.
Front Wiper Position Rear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent) Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe) HI (High speed wipe) Continuous
Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe place. Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
or LOCK ,
then remove the obstacle. The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation will return to normal within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to normal.
ON: Intermittent OFF
Washer
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Brightness Control
Brightness Control
Brightness Control
The brightness of the instrument panel varies according to whether the headlights are on or off.The instrument panel dims to reduce glare when you turn the light switch to
or , or the
exterior lights are on with the light switch in AUTO position. Pressing either
(information) button
switches the display.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightn ess
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels the reduced instrument panel brightness when the parking lights are on. The brightness can be set differently for when the exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
When the parking lights are turned on and the ignition switch is in ON
II, you can use the
brightness control knob to adjust instrument panel brightness. Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beeper when the brightness reaches minimum or maximum. The multi-information display will return to its original state several seconds after you adjust the brightness.
■Brightness Level Indicator
The brightness level is shown on the multi-information display while you are adjusting it.As the brightness level increases to the right, the instrument panel gets brighter.
Control Knob
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
NOTICE When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to damage the heating wires.It is critical to wipe the window from side to side along the defogger heating wires. This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off when the window has been defogged.Also, do not use the system for a long period when the engine is idling. This may weaken the 12 volt battery, making it dificult to start the engine.
Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window and mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON II.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors automatically switch off after 10–30 minutes depending on the outside temperature. However, if the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C) or below, they do not automatically switch off.
* Not available on all models
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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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Adjusting the Seats
Adjusting the Seat PositionAdjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright,
well back in the seat and be able to adequately press the pedals without leaning forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably. The
passenger’s seat should be adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard as possible.
Move back.
Allow suficient space.
Adjusting the Seats
The National Highway Trafic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and their chest. Always make seat adjustments before driving.Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position.
WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintaining control of the vehicle.
Driver’s seat is shown.
Height Adjustment (Driver's seat only)Pull up or push down the lever to raise or lower the seat. Horizontal Position AdjustmentPull up on the bar to move
the seat, then release the bar.
Seat-back Angle AdjustmentPull up the lever to change the angle.
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Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Position
Adjusting the Seat-Backs
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Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger should also adjust their seat- back to a comfortable, upright position.
Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of injury.
Adjusting the Seat-Backs
Do not put a cushion, or other object, between the seat-back and your back. Doing so may interfere with proper seat belt or airbag operation. If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help.
WARNING
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.
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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System The audio system features AM/FM radio. It can also play audio discs, WMA/MP3/ AAC files, iPods, and USB flash memory devices. The audio system is operable from the buttons and switches on the panel, icons on the navigation screen, or the remote controls on the steering wheel. The radio theft protection feature is activated if the audio system is disconnected from electric power. You need to enter an audio security code that comes with your vehicle to reactivate the disabled system.
About Your Audio System
Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini discs are not supported. iPod is a registered trademark owned by Apple Inc.
Models with navigation system You can operate the audio system by voice commands. See the navigation system manual for full details.
Audio Remote Controls
Auxiliary Input Jack
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
USB Adapter Cable
iPod USB Flash Memory Device
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Audio without Navigation System Playing the AM/FM Radio
Radio Data System (RDS)
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Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station.
RDS INFO ON
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Press the TITLE button while listening to an RDS capable station. “RDS INFO ON” appears, and the station name is displayed.
To Find an RDS Station from Your Selected Program
■
Category
1. Press the
/ button to
display and select an RDS category. Use the SEEK
2. or SCAN function to select
an RDS station.
Playing the AM/FM Radio
A stereo indicator (ST) comes on the display for stereo FM broadcasts. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. Switching the Audio Mode Press the MODE button on the steering wheel.
Audio Remote Controls P.1 6 9
You can store six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations each. A.SEL function scans and stores up to six AM stations and twelve FM stations with a strong signal in the preset buttons. If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons manually.
Radio Data System (RDS)
The display shows up to 31 characters of text data. Press and hold the TITLE button to see additional characters.
indicates that the text data
continues. The display goes back to the previous screen if you press and hold the button again.
RDS Category
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