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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
1Ignition Switch
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
(P.
If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK
(0 or ACCESSORY (q , a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
When this happens, the following messages appear
on the multi-information display:
• In LOCK
(0 : REMOVE KEY
• In ACCESSORY
(q : RETURN IGNITION SWITCH TO
LOCK (0) POSITION The buzzer will stop when you
take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY
(q , turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
3WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
while driving locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose co ntrol of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch
only when parked.
Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
All models
(0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
(w ON: This is the pos ition when driving.
(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
(w when you let go of
the key.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness ControlWhen the ignition switch is in ON
(w, 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.1Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightness varies, depending on
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they are on.
Pressing either / (information) button
switches the display. If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness
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.
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Control Knob

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Controls
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control
The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that will as quickly as
possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference.
Use the system when the engine is running. 1.Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the temperature control dial.
3. Press the button to cancel.
■ Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
Press the button and sw itch the mode depending on environmental conditions.
Recirculation Mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through
the system.
Fresh Air Mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in
fresh air mode in normal situations.
1Using Automatic Climate Control
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate
control system in AUTO, the function of the button
that was pressed will take priority.
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions
unrelated to the button that was pressed will be
controlled automatically.
During the Auto Idle Stop, the air conditioning
system will be turned off.
If the ECON mode is selected, the fan may also be
turned off.
To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO
button is pressed.
Once you have set the desired temperature, do not use the temperature control dial more than necessary.
Doing so may delay the time it takes to reach the set temperature.
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,
turning the system on AUTO, and setting the
temperature to low. Change the fresh air mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.
When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.
Pressing the button switches the climate
control system between on and off. When turned on,
the system returns to your last selection.
Dashboard
vents
Dashboard
and floor
vents
Floor vents
Floor and defroster
vents
AUTO Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
(Fan Control) Button
(Recirculation) Button
Temperature
Control Dial (Windshield Defogger) Button
(ON/OFF) Button
MODE Button

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uuAudio SystemuUSB Adapter Cable
Features
USB Adapter Cable 1.Pull up the center pocket lid.
2. Unclip the USB connector and loosen the adapter cable.
3. Install the iPod ® dock connector or the USB flash drive to the USB connector.
1USB Adapter Cable
• Do not leave the iPod ® or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may damage it.
• Do not use an extension cable with the USB
adapter cable.
• Do not connect the iPod ® or USB flash drive using a
hub.
• Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be damaged.
• We recommend backing up your data before using
the device in your vehicle.
• Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod ®, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer's instructions
provided with the iPod ® or visit www.apple.com/
ipod .
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Features
Audio without Navigation System
Audio System Basic Operation
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY
(q
or
ON
(w .
Use the selector knob to access some audio
functions.
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection. button: Press to select the Sound
Setting mode.
button: Press to go back to the
previous display.
1Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to ENTER.
Press the MODE,
(+ , (-, or button on the
steering wheel to change any audio setting. 2 Audio Remote Controls P. 14034
Button
Selector Knob

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Features
Press the button, and rotate to
adjust the setting.
Each time you press the button, a sound
mode switches as follows.
■Adjusting the Sound1Adjusting the Sound
When the adjustment level reaches the center, you
will see "C" in the display.
The SVC has four modes: OFF, LOW, MID, and HIGH.
SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle
speed. As you go faster, audio volume increases. As
you slow down, audio volume decreases.
Selector Knob (Sound) Button
Speed-sensitive Volume Compensation
Subwoofer
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* Not available on all models

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uuAudio without Navigation SystemuPlaying the AM/FM Radio
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Features
Playing the AM/FM Radio
SCAN Button
Press to sample each of the strongest stations
on the selected band for 10 seconds.
To turn off scan, press the button again.
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio
system ON and OFF.
Preset Buttons (1-6)
To store a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Pick a preset button and hold it until you hear a beep.
To listen to a stored station, select a
band, then press the preset button.
Selector Knob
Turn to adjust the volume.
Press and turn to tune the radio frequency. FM/AM Button
Press to select a band.
A.SEL (Auto Select) Button
Press to scan both bands and store the
strongest station in each preset. To turn
off auto select, press the button again.
This restores the presets you originally set.
/ Button
Press to display and select an RDS category.
/ SEEK Buttons
● Press to change a station.
● Press and hold to search up and
down the selected band for a station with a strong signal.
TITLE Button
Press to switch the RDS name
on and off.

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Features
Use the auto select feature to scan both band s and store the strongest station in
each preset.
Press the A.SEL button to activate the feature.
To turn off auto select, press the A.SEL button again. This restores the presets you
originally set.
Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station. ■ RDS INFO ON
Press the TITLE button while listening to an RDS capable station. “RDS INFO ON”
appears, and the station name is displayed.
1.Press the / button to
display and select an RDS category.
2. Use SEEK or SCAN to select an RDS station.
■Auto Select (A.SEL)
■Radio Data System (RDS)
■To find an RDS station from your selected program category
1Playing the AM/FM Radio
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating
stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. Switching the Audio Mode
Press the MODE button on the steering wheel.
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You can store six AM stations and twelve FM stations
into the preset button memory. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations each.
Auto Select function scans and stores up to six AM
stations and twelve FM stations with a strong signal
into the preset button memory.
If you do not like the stations auto select has stored,
you can manually store your preferred frequencies.
1Radio 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