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●MP3 and WMA playback
• When a USB memory containing MP3 or WMA files is connected, all files in the USB memory are checked. Once the file check is finished, the first
MP3 or WMA file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we
recommend that you do not include any files other than MP3 or WMA files
or create any unnecessary folders.
• When the USB memory is connected and the audio source is changed to USB memory mode, the USB memory will start playing the first file in the
first folder. If the same USB memory is removed and reinserted (and the
contents have not been changed), the USB memory will resume play from
the same point in which it was last used.
●Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 and WMA
files, they will be skipped (not played).
●Playback
• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software for MP3 and WMA files on the market, and depending on the status of the encoding
and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of playback may
result. In some cases, playback may not be possible at all.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not connect
USB memory or operate the controls.

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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to USB memory
●Do not leave USB memory in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehicle may
become high, resulting in damage to the player.
●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the USB memory while it
is connected as this may damage the USB memory or its terminal.
●Do not insert foreign objects into the port as this may damage the USB memory
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning the power onPress when the audio system is turned OFF.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the button down until you hear
a beep.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Turns the power on, selects
an audio source
Increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: Selects a radio station
CD mode: Selects a track, file (MP3 and
WMA) and disc
Bluetooth
® audio mode:
Selects a track and
album
iPod mode (if equipped):
Selects a song
USB memory mode (if
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Changing the audio sourcePress when the audio system is turned ON. The audio source
changes as follows each time the switch is pressed. If no discs are inserted
in the player, or if the external device is not connected, that mode will be
skipped.
FM1 →FM2 →SAT1
∗→SAT2∗→SAT3∗→CD player →
Bluetooth® audio →AUX →iPod∗ or USB memory∗→AM→ FM1
∗
: If equipped
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the vol-
ume.
Hold down the switch to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Selecting a radio station
Press to select the radio mode.
Press “∧” or “ ∨” on to select a radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold “ ∧” or “∨ ” on the switch
until you hear a beep.
Selecting a track/file or song
Press to select CD, Bluetooth
® audio, iPod (if equipped) or
USB memory (if equipped) mode.
Press “ ∧” or “ ∨” on to select the desired track/file or song.
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Selecting an albumPress to select Bluetooth
® audio mode.
Press and hold “ ∧” or “ ∨” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a folder (if equipped)
Press to select USB memory mode.
Press and hold “ ∧” or “ ∨” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ∧” or “ ∨” on until you hear a beep.
■Canceling automatic selection of a radio station
Press again.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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Alphabetical index
A/C* ..........................................................206
ABS.............................................................. 182
Adaptive front lighting system ...........151
AFS ................................................................151
Air conditioning filter ......................... 405
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................405
Automatic air conditioning system*................................................ 206
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 90
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 94
Airbag warning light ........................440
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions................................................ 91
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 94
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 99
General airbag precautions ........... 94
Locations of airbags............................88
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 98
Proper driving posture ............. 86, 94
Side airbag operating conditions................................................ 91
Side airbag precautions .................... 94
SRS airbags .............................................88 Alarm............................................................ 83
Antenna ...................................................... 221
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 182
Armrest .................................................... 332
Ashtray...................................................... 325
Audio input.............................................. 256
Audio system*
Antenna.....................................................221
Audio input........................................... 256
AUX port .............................................. 256
CD player/changer .......................... 224
iPod .......................................................... 238
MP3/WMA disc................................. 231
Optimal use ......................................... 254
Portable music player ..................... 256
Radio ..........................................................217
Steering wheel audio switch.........257
USB memory ...................................... 245
USB port ................................... 238, 245
Automatic air conditioning
system* .................................................. 206
Automatic headlight leveling
system ......................................................152
Automatic light control system.........149
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 132
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................................... 472
S mode ..................................................... 133
AUX port................................................. 256
Auxiliary box ............................................321A

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USB port* .................................... 238, 245
Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................................... 323
Wattage.................................................. 495
Vanity mirrors ........................................323
Vehicle identification number .........487
Vehicle stability control....................... 182
Ventilators .............................................. 330
Voice command switch* ...................284
VSC ............................................................. 182 Warning buzzers
Brake system....................................... 439
Downshifting.......................................... 134
Open door ............................................ 441
Seat belt reminder .............................. 441
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .................. 440
Brake assist system .......................... 440
Brake system....................................... 439
Charging system ............................... 440
Low fuel level......................................... 441
Low tire pressure warning light.......................................................... 441
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 440
Master warning light.......................... 441
Open door ............................................. 441
Pre-collision system......................... 440
Pretensioners ...................................... 440
Seat belt reminder light .................... 441
SRS airbags.......................................... 440U
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