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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping, and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 186
Fog light switch ................... 190
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 191
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 193
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 194
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 195
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 198
Intuitive parking assist......... 209
Rear view monitor system... 216
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 223
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 228
Four-wheel drive system ..... 229
AUTO LSD system.............. 234
Driving assist systems ........ 236
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 242
Cargo and luggage ............. 247
Vehicle load limits ............... 251
Winter driving tips ............... 253
Trailer towing ...................... 257
Dinghy towing ..................... 277 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front air conditioning system .............................. 280
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 288
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 292
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 294
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 295
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 297
Using the radio ................... 301
Using the CD player ........... 309
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 318
Operating an iPod .............. 326
Operating a USB memory .. 332
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 339
Using the AUX port............. 343
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 345
3Interior features
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system .... 348
Using the Bluetooth® audio
system .............................. 351
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ... 356
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ... 358
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................ 363
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system
Rear seat entertainment system .............................. 364
Using the DVD player (DVD video)...................... 372
Using the DVD player (video CD) ........................ 381
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........... 384
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ...................... 386
Using the video mode ........ 389
Changing the Setup Menu settings ............................. 391
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system features ............................ 399
Using the hands-free phone system .............................. 403
Making a phone call ........... 412
Setting a cellular phone...... 416
Security and system setup ................................ 420
Using the phone book ........ 423 3-6. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list.................. 429
• Personal/interior light main switch 430
• Personal/interior lights ...... 431
• Interior light ....................... 432
3-7. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 433
• Glove boxes ..................... 434
• Coin holder ........................ 435
• Front console box ............. 436
• Card holder ....................... 438
• Map holder ....................... 439
• Pen holder ........................ 441
• Tissue pocket ................... 442
• Rear console box ............. 443
• Overhead console ............ 446
• Cup holders ...................... 448
• Bottle holders ................... 452
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 453
3-8. Other interior features Sun visors ........................... 455
Vanity mirrors ..................... 456
Clock................................... 457
Outside temperature display .............................. 458
Portable ashtray ................. 460
Cigarette lighter .................. 461
Conversation mirror ............ 462
Power outlets ...................... 463
Seat heaters ....................... 469
Seat heaters and ventilators ......................... 472
Armrests ............................. 474
Rear side sunshades .......... 475
Seatback table .................... 477
Floor mat ............................ 478
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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”
Seat heater switches
Seat heater and ventilator
switches
P. 469
P. 472
Air conditioning
system
P. 280
Power outlet P. 463
Audio system
Navigation system
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P. 297Rear window defogger switch/
Rear window defogger and outside rear
view mirror defogger switch
Windshield wiper de-icer
P. 292
P. 294Security indicator
P. 104, 106Accessory meter
P. 183
Cigarette lighter P. 461
AUX port
AUX port/USB port
P. 343
P. 326, 332, 343
: If equipped
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Instrument panelPictorial index
Telephone switches P. 404
Audio remote control
switches
P. 345
Climate remote control
switches
P. 295
Cruise control
switch
P. 195, 198
Talk switch
P. 404
Distance switch
P. 198
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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Engine (ignition) switch
■Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(The key can be removed only
when the shift lever is in P.)
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
■Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 25 seconds, which-
ever is less. If you turn the engine switch, the engine will keep
cranking for about 30 seconds maximum.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started.
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system ........................... 280
Rear air conditioning system ........................... 288
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 292
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 294
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 295
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ................... 297
Using the radio ................. 301
Using the CD player ......... 309
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................... 318
Operating an iPod ............ 326
Operating a USB memory ................. 332
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 339
Using the AUX port .......... 343
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 345 3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................... 348
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system.................. 351
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 356
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 358
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................. 363
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system
Rear seat entertainment system ........................... 364
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 372
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 381
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 384
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 386
Using the video mode ...... 389
Changing the Setup Menu settings .......................... 391
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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer
to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Without navig ation system
Type A: CD player with changer controller and AM/FM radio
Type B: CD player with changer and AM/FM radio