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Cannot turn the key.
(When using a key to start the
engine)When using a key to start the engine
Will not turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”.
Turn the key while turning the steering wheel in either direction.
P.3-84,
3-85
Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.Vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch
SST:
Check the position of the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST).
The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin
Clutch SST) is set to the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles equipped with manual transaxle:
Place the key at the “ACC” position. Push the key in and turn it.
(When using the F.A.S.T.-key
to start the engine)When using the F.A.S.T.-key to start the engine
Will not turn from “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” to “ACC”.
Push the ignition switch again, turn the steering wheel in both directions and then turn the
ignition switch.Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.Vehicles equipped with CVT or Twin Clutch SST:
Check whether the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is set to
the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles equipped with manual transaxle:
Place the ignition switch at the “ACC” position. Push the ignition switch in and turn it.P.3-16
The F.A.S.T.-key does not
operate.
(for vehicles equipped with the
F. A . S . T. - k e y )Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the doors and start the engine. P.3-33
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General information
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Fuel tank capacity2WD: 15.5 gal (59 liters)
4WD: 14.5 gal (55 liters)Refueling1. Before filling with fuel, stop the engine.
2. The fuel tank filler is located on the rear driver side of
your vehicle.
The fuel tank filler door can be opened from inside the
vehicle with the fuel tank filler door release lever located
at the left side of the driver’s seat.3. Open the fuel tank filler pipe by slowly turning the cap
counterclockwise.
A- Remove
B- Close
WA R N I N G
!Since the fuel system may be under pressure,
remove the fuel tank filler cap slowly. This relieves
any pressure or vacuum that might have built up in
the fuel tank. If the cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before
removing the cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out,
injuring you or others.
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4. While filling with fuel, store the cap in the cap holder
located on the inside of the fuel tank filler door.
5. To fill with fuel correctly depends mainly on correct han-
dling of the fuel filler nozzle. Do not tilt the nozzle. Insert
the nozzle in the tank port as far as it will go.6. When the nozzle stops automatically, do not attempt to
add more fuel.
7. To close, turn the fuel tank filler cap slowly clockwise
until you hear clicking sounds, then gently push the fuel
tank filler door closed.
CAUTION
!Your vehicle can only be operated using unleaded
gasoline. Serious engine and catalytic converter
damage will result if leaded gasoline is used.
CAUTION
!To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top-
off” the fuel tank. Spilled fuel could discolor, stain,
or crack the vehicle’s paintwork. If fuel spills on the
paintwork, wipe it off with a soft cloth.
WA R N I N G
!Make sure the fuel cap is securely closed. If the fuel
cap is loose, fuel could leak, resulting in a fire.
CAUTION
!If you need to replace the fuel tank filler cap, use
only the cap specified for your model vehicle.
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Seat and restraint systems
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2 Seats and restraint systems
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Your vehicle has seat belts and other features that help protect
you and your passengers in an accident.
Seat belts are the most important safety device. When worn
properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or
death in various types of crashes. For added protection during a
severe frontal collision, your vehicle has a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) with airbags for the driver and passen-
gers. The seats, head restraints, and door locks also are safety
equipment, which must be used correctly.
Always check the following before you drive:
That everyone in your vehicle is properly wearing their
seat belt.
That infants and small children are properly secured in
appropriate child restraint systems in the rear seat.
That all doors are fully closed and locked.
That seatbacks are upright, with head restraints properly
adjusted.
Safety equipment cannot prevent injury or death in all motor
vehicle accidents. You can help reduce the risk of injury or
death, however, by following the instructions in this manual.
Front seats
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Position the driver’s seat as far back as possible while main-
taining a position that still enables you to fully apply the ped-
als, easily control the steering wheel and safely operate the
vehicle.Except for RECARO seat
RECARO seat
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WA R N I N G
!Do not attempt to adjust the seat while driving. This
can cause loss of vehicle control and result in an
accident.After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is
securely locked into position.To reduce the risk to the driver of serious injury or
death during deployment of the driver’s airbag,
always properly wear the seat belt and adjust the
driver’s seat as far back as possible while maintain-
ing a position that still enables you to fully apply the
pedals, easily control the steering wheel, and safely
operate the vehicle.To reduce the risk to the front passenger of serious
injury or death during deployment of the passen-
ger’s airbag, always properly wear the seat belt and
adjust the front passenger’s seat as far back as pos-
sible.Always place children 12 years old and under in the
rear seat and use appropriate child restraint sys-
tems.
CAUTION
!Make sure that the seat is adjusted by an adult. If it
is adjusted by a child, an unexpected accident might
occur.Do not place a cushion or the like between your back
and the seatback while driving. The effectiveness of
the head restraints will be reduced in the event of an
accident.When sliding the seats, be careful not to catch your
hand or leg.When sliding or reclining the seat rearward, pay
careful attention to the rear seat passengers.
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Seat and restraint systems
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To adjust the seat forward or backward
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Pull the seat adjusting lever up and slide the seat forward or
backward to the desired position. Release the adjusting lever to
lock the seat in place.
To adjust the seatback
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Except for RECARO seatTo adjust the seatback, lean forward slightly, gently pull the
seatback lock lever up, then lean backward to a comfortable
position and release the lever. The seatback will lock in place.
WA R N I N G
!To make sure that the seat is securely locked, try to
move it forward or backward without using the
adjusting lever. Except for RECARO seat
RECARO seat
CAUTION
!The reclining mechanism used in the seatback is
spring loaded, and will cause the seatback to return
quickly to the vertical position when the lock lever is
operated.
When pulling the lever, sit close to the seatback or
hold the seatback with your hand to control its
return motion.
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Adjustment of the head restraint heightTo reduce the risk of injury in an accident, adjust the head
restraint height so that the center of the restraint is at your eye
level when seated. Any person too tall for the restraint to reach
their eye level when seated should raise the restraint to the
highest locked position.
To raise the restraint, pull it straight up.
To lower the restraint, push down on it while pressing the
lock knob (A) in the direction shown by the arrow.
After adjusting the height, push down on the restraint to
make sure it is locked in position.
To r e m o v ePress the lock knob (A) in the direction shown by the arrows.
Then pull the head restraint up and out of the seatback.To i n s t a l lFirst check that the head restraint is facing in the right direction
as shown in the previous illustration, and then insert it into the
seatback. Push the head restraint down while pressing the lock
knob (A) until the restraint locks into place.
WA R N I N G
!To help minimize the risk of neck injury in the event
of an accident, the head restraints must be properly
installed and positioned to proper height before
vehicle operation.
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CAUTION
!Check that the lock knob (A) is extended out as
shown in the illustration. Then pull the head
restraint up to make sure that it is locked in place
and will not come out of the seatback.
CAUTION
!The shape and size of the head restraint differs
according to the seat. Always use the correct head
restraint provided for the seat and do not install the
head restraint in the wrong direction.
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