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Features of your vehicle
Battery saver function
The purpose of this feature is to pre-vent the battery from being dis-
charged. The system automatically
turns off the parking lights when the
driver removes the ignition key and
opens the driver-side door.
With this feature, the parking lights will turn off automatically if the driver parkson the side of road at night.
If necessary, to keep the lights on
when the ignition key is removed, per-
form the following:
1) Open the driver-side door.
2) Turn the parking lights OFF and ON again using the light switch on the
steering column. Headlight escort function (if equipped)
If you turn the ignition switch to the ACC or OFF position with the headlights ON,the headlights (and/or tail lights) remain
on for about 20 minutes. However, with
the engine off if the driver’s door isopened and closed, the headlights
(and/or tail lights) are turned off after 30
seconds. The headlights (and/or tail lights) can be
turned off by pressing the lock button on
the transmitter (or smart key) twice or
turning the light switch to the OFF or
Auto position.
However, if you turn the light switch to the
Auto position when it is dark outside, the
headlights will not be turned off. Smart conering light (if equipped)
While driving the corner, for your sight
and safety, the smart cornering light is
turns on automatically. The system will
operate automatically as follows:
When turning the headlight on
When the steering wheel angle is over
25~35 (it differs according to vehicle speed)
When the vehicle speed is over 3 km/h
When driving forward
LIGHTING
CAUTION
If the driver gets out of the vehicle
through other doors (except driver's door), the battery saver functiondoes not operate and the headlight escort function does not turn off
automatically. Therefore, It causesthe battery to be discharged. In this case, make sure to turn off the lampbefore getting out of the vehicle.
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Lighting control
The light switch has a Headlight and a
Parking light position.
To operate the lights, turn the knob at the
end of the control lever to one of the fol-
lowing positions:
(1) Off position
(2) Parking light position
(3) Headlight position
(4) Auto light position (if equipped)Parking light position ( )
When the light switch is in the parking light position (1st position), the tail posi-
tion, license and instrument panel lights
will turn ON.
Headlight position ( )
When the light switch is in the headlight position (2nd position), the head, tail,
position, license and instrument panellights are ON.
✽✽
NOTICE
The ignition switch must be in the ON position to turn on the headlights.
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Auto light position (if equipped)
When the light switch is in the AUTO light position, the taillights and headlights will
be turned ON or OFF automaticallydepending on the amount of light outside
the vehicle.High beam operation
To turn on the high beam headlights, push
the lever away from you. Pull it back for
low beams. The high beam indicator will light when
the headlight high beams are switched on.
To prevent the battery from being dis-
charged, do not leave the lights on for aprolonged time while the engine is not
running.
OED040801
CAUTION
Never place anything over sensor
(1) located on the instrument
panel, this will ensure better auto- light system control.
Don’t clean the sensor using a window cleaner, the cleanser may
leave a light film which could interfere with sensor operation.
If your vehicle has window tint or other types of metallic coating onthe front windshield, the Auto
light system may not work prop- erly.
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To flash the headlights, pull the lever
towards you. It will return to the normal
(low beam) position when released. The
headlight switch does not need to be on
to use this flashing feature. Turn signals and lane change sig- nals
The ignition switch must be on for the
turn signals to function. To turn on the
turn signals, move the lever up or down
(A). The green arrow indicators on the
instrument panel indicate which turn sig-
nal is operating. They will self-cancel
after a turn is completed. If the indicator
continues to flash after a turn, manually
return the lever to the off position.To signal a lane change, move the turn
signal lever slightly and hold it in position
(B). The lever will return to the off positionwhen released.
If an indicator stays on and does not
flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the
turn signal bulbs may be burned out andwill require replacement.
One-touch lane change function
(if equipped)
To activate an one-touch lane change
function, move the turn signal lever
slightly and then release it. The lane
change signals will blink 3 times.
✽✽ NOTICE
If an indicator flash is abnormally quick
or slow, a bulb may be burned out or
have a poor electrical connection in the
circuit.
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Front fog light (if equipped)
Fog lights are used to provide improved
visibility when visibility is poor due to fog,
rain or snow, etc. The fog lights will turn
on when the fog light switch (1) is turned
on after the parklight is turned on.
To turn off the fog lights, turn the fog light
switch (1) to the O (Off) position.Rear fog light
To turn the rear fog lights on, turn the
rear fog light switch (1) to the on position
when the headlight is turned on.
Also, the rear fog lights turn on when the
rear fog light switch is turned on after the
front fog light switch (if equipped) is
turned on and the headlight switch is in
the parklight position.
To turn the rear fog lights off, turn the rear
fog light switch to the on position again.Daytime running light (if equipped)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day. DRL can
be helpful in many different driving condi-
tions, and it is especially helpful after
dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will make the head-
lights turn OFF when:
1. The parklight switch is ON.
2. The engine is OFF.
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Type A
■ Type B
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CAUTION
When in operation, the fog lights
consume large amounts of vehicleelectrical power. Only use the fog lights when visibility is poor.
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Headlight leveling device (if equipped)
To adjust the headlight beam level
according to the number of the passen-
gers and loading weight in the luggage
area, turn the beam leveling switch. The higher the number of the switch
position, the lower the headlight beam
level. Always keep the headlight beam at
the proper leveling position, or headlights
may dazzle other road users.
Listed below are the examples of proper
switch settings. For loading conditions
other than those listed below, adjust the
switch position so that the beam level
may be the nearest as the conditionobtained according to the list.
Loading condition
Driver only
Driver + Front passengerFull passengers
(including driver)Full passengers (including
driver) + Maximum per-
missible loading
Driver + Maximum per-
missible loading
Switch position
00 1 3 5
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OYN049047R
■Left-hand drive type
■Right-hand drive type
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Room lamp
(1) Map lamp (if equipped)
Push the lamp lens to turn the light on or
off. This light produces a spot beam for
convenient use as a map lamp at night or
as a personal lamp for the driver and the
front passenger.
(2)
The light comes on when any door is
opened regardless of the ignition switch
position. When doors are unlocked by the
transmitter or smart key, or the key is
removed from the ignition switch, the
light comes on for approximately 30 sec-
onds as long as any door is not opened.
The light goes out gradually after approx- imately 30 seconds if the door is closed.
However, if the ignition switch is ON or all
doors are locked, the light will turn off
immediately. If a door is opened with the ignition
switch in the ACC or LOCK position, the
light stays on for about 20 minutes.
However, if a door is opened with the
ignition switch in the ON position, the
light stays on continuously.
(3)
In the on position, the light stays on at all
times.
(4) O
In the off position, the light stays off at all
times, even when a door is open.
INTERIOR LIGHT
CAUTION
Do not use the interior lights forextended periods when engine is not running.
It may cause battery discharge.OYN049048
OYN049049
OYN049095
■■TType Aype A
■■TType Bype B
■■TType Cype C
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Driving your vehicle
Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
tion 7, “Maintenance”. Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are
easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING - Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Drivingwhile under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerousthan driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or
take drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs,
don’t drive. Do not ride with a driv-er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driveror call a cab.
WARNING
When you intend to park or stop the
vehicle with the engine on, be care-ful not to depress the accelerator
pedal for a long period of time. It
may overheat the engine or exhaust
system and cause fire.
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