
When driving2
123
2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 124
Power (ignition) switch ..... 135
Transmission.................... 139
Turn signal lever .............. 141
Parking brake ................... 142
Horn ................................. 143
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 144
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 147
Multi-information display............................ 150
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 154
Fog light switch ................ 158
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 159
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 161
Driving assist systems ..... 165
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 169
Vehicle load limits ............ 172
Winter driving tips ............ 173
Trailer towing ................... 177
Dinghy towing .................. 178

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When driving
CAUTION
●
Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to D while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
hybrid system. Engine braking is not available with the hybrid system dis-
engaged.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid
system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control,
but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more
difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 399)
● Use engine braking to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep
hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 140)
● When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking
brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing
an accident.
● Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents
that may result in death or serious injury.

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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 182
ABS........................................... 165
Air conditioning filter .............. 369
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 369
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 182
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 95
Airbag precautions for your child.............................. 99
Airbag warning light .............. 400
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 96
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 99
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 104
General airbag precautions .... 99
Locations of airbags ............... 92
Modification and disposal of airbags ........................... 103
Proper driving posture ...... 90, 99
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 96
Side airbag precautions.......... 99
SRS airbags ........................... 92
Antenna .................................... 199
Anti-lock brake system ........... 165
Armrest .................................... 309
Ashtray ..................................... 304
Audio input .............................. 237 Audio system
Antenna .................................199
Audio input ............................237
AUX port................................237
CD player/changer ................202
MP3/WMA disc......................210
Optimal use ...........................232
Portable music player............237
Radio .....................................195
Steering wheel audio switch ..................................239
Type ......................................192
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................182
Automatic light control system ....................................154
AUX port ...................................237
Auxiliary boxes ........................298
Back-up lights Wattage .................................458
Battery Checking ...............................350
Hybrid battery (traction battery)....................25
If the vehicle has discharged 12-volt
battery .................................436
Preparing and checking before winter .......................173
Bluetooth
® audio .....................242
Bluetooth® phone ....................258
Brake Fluid ......................................348
Parking brake ........................142
Brake assist ..............................165
Break-in tips .............................125
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Vanity lights
Vanity lights .......................... 302
Wattage ................................ 458
Vanity mirrors .......................... 302
VDIM ......................................... 165
Vehicle dynamics integrated management.......................... 165
Vehicle identification
number................................... 450
Vehicle stability control .......... 165
VSC ........................................... 165
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 399
Open door ............................ 402
Seat belt reminder ................ 402
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ......... 400
Brake assist system ............. 400
Brake system........................ 399
Charging system .... .............. 399
Electric power steering ......... 400
Low fuel level........................ 402
Low tire pressure warning light .................................... 402
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 400
Master warning light ............. 402
Open door ............................ 402
Pretensioners ....................... 400
Seat belt reminder light ........ 402
SRS airbags ......................... 400 Warning messages
Engine coolant
temperature ........................409
Engine oil maintenance ......... 411
Engine oil pressure ...............409
Hybrid system .......................409
Moon roof ..............................411
Open door .............................411
Parking brake ........................411
Smart key system... ...............415
Steering lock .........................410
Trunk .....................................411
Washer fluid ..........................411
Washer
Checking ...............................349
Preparing and checking before winter .......................173
Switch....................................159
Washing and waxing ...............324
Weight Cargo capacity ......................169
Load limits .............................172
Weight ...................................450
Wheels ......................................367
Window glasses ........................77
Window lock switch ...................77
Windows Power windows .......................77
Rear window defogger ..........191
Washer ..................................159
Windshield wipers ...................159
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............372
Wireless remote control ..........48
WMA disc ..................................210V
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