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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
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Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON (w.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting the delay*Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1Wipers and WashersNOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipePull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window
and mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON (w.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch off after 20 minutes.
However, if the outside temperature is 18°F
(−8°C) or below, they do not automatically
switch off.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outside temperature is 32°F
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically
switch off.1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* ButtonNOTICEWhen cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to damage the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side
along the defogger heating wires.
This system consumes a lot of power, and may
weaken the battery, making it difficult to start the
engine. Turn it off when the window has been
defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long period even if
the engine is idling.Models with heating and cooling system
Models with climate control system
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAdjusting the Steering Wheel
Controls
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1.Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up.
uThe steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2.Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.
uMake sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3.Push the steering wheel adjustment lever
down to lock the steering wheel in position.
uAfter adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.1Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
3WARNINGAdjusting the steering wheel position while
driving may cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.To adjust
To lockLever

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Controls
Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror
Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
Flip the tab to switch the position.
The night position will help to reduce the glare
from headlights behind you when driving
after dark.
Reduces the glare from headlights behind you
when driving after dark. Press the auto button
to turn this function on and off. When
activated, the auto indicator comes on.
■Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions*
1Adjusting the Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
2Adjusting the Seat Positions P. 122
Tab
Daytime
Position
Night PositionUp
Down
■Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*
Indicator
Auto ButtonSensor
1Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*The auto dimming function cancels when the shift
position is in (R.
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The ignition switch must be in ON (w to use
the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
The indicator for your setting comes on while
the seat heater is in use. Press the button on
the opposite side to turn the heater off. The
indicator goes off.
While in HI, the heater cycles on and off.
When a comfortable temperature is reached,
select LO to keep the seat warm.■Seat Heaters*1Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3WARNINGHeat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models

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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 raises or lowers
the interior temperature to your preference as quickly as possible.
Use the system when the engine is running.
1.Press the AUTO button.
2.Adjust the interior temperature using the driver's side or passenger's side control
dial.
3.Press the button to cancel.
■Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
Press the button and switch 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 button is pressed while in AUTO, the function
of that button takes priority.
The AUTO indicator goes off, but functions of other
buttons pressed are still in auto mode.
To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO
button is pressed.
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.
While in ECON mode, the system has greater
temperature fluctuations.
Floor and
defroster vents Floor vents Dashboard and
floor vents Dashboard vents
AUTO Button
Driver's Side
Temperature
Control DialPassenger's Side
Temperature
Control Dial
/ (Fan Control) Buttons
(Recirculation) ButtonA/C (Air Conditioning) Button
* Not available on all models

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Features
■Playing a DVD
•Insert a DVD into the slot in the console compartment.
uThe system automatically starts the DVD.
•To fast forward, press and hold the fast-forward button. To rewind, press and
hold the rewind button on the remote.
•To go to the next chapter, press the (skip) button. To go to the beginning of
the current chapter, press the button on the remote. Quickly press the
button twice to go to the previous chapter.
■TITLE button on the remote
Press the TITLE button while the DVD is playing to see the current status of the title,
chapter, elapsed time, angle, subtitle, audio, and sound characteristics.
■MENU button on the remote
Press the MENU button while the DVD is
playing to see the available options. Use the
and buttons to highlight the option and
then press the ENT button.
1Playing a DVD
DVD is available for the rear seat passengers only.
1TITLE button on the remote
Press the TITLE button again to return.

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uuRear Entertainment System*uOperating the System
Features
Search:
You can search for a DVD segment from the following methods.
Title Search - Find the title you want to play.
Chapter Search - Find the chapter you want to play.
NumInput:
Enter a two-digit number, if issued to the DVD, to find the segment you want to
start to play.
1.Select NumInput to go to the number input screen.
2.Use the , , , and buttons to input numbers.
uIf you want to delete a number, select DEL.
3.The cursor automatically goes to ENT after you input two digits. Press the ENT
button to enter.
Repeat:
Highlight this option and press the ENT button to change the repeat mode from
chapter repeat and title repeat, to repeat off.