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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.
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.
(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 position when driving.
(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON (w when you let go of
the key.
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluENGINE START/STOP Button*
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Controls
ENGINE START/STOP Button *
■Changing the Power Mode1ENGINE START/STOP Button
*
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the smart entry
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the smart entry remote is
close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is off, if the engine is running.
If the smart entry remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR
START BUTTON message appears on the
information display. 2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
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Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating RangeVEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The steering wheel is locked. The
power to all electrical
components is turned off.
Press the button without the shift lever in
(P .
Shift to (P then press the button.
Press the button.
Without pressing the brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks
(from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position. ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be
used.
Indicator
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluIgnition Switch and Power Mode Comparison
Controls
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison
Ignition Switch
PositionLOCK (0)
(with/without
the key)ACCESSORY (I)ON (II)START (III)
Without Smart Entry
System●
Engine is turned off and
power is shut down.
● The steering wheel is
locked.
● No electrical
components can be used.●Engine is turned off.
● Some electrical components such as the
audio system and the
accessory power socket can be operated.● Normal key position
while driving.
● All electrical components
can be used.●
Use this position to start the engine.
● The ignition switch
returns to the ON (II)
position when you
release the key.
Power ModeVEHICLE OFF
(LOCK)ACCESSORYONSTART
With Smart Entry
System and ENGINE
START/STOP
ButtonIndicator-Off ● Engine is turned off and
power is shut down.
● The steering wheel is
locked.
● No electrical
components can be used.Indicator-On or blinking ●Engine is turned off.
● Some electrical components such as the
audio system and the
accessory power socket can be operated.Indicator-
On (engine is turned off)
Off (engine is running) ● All electrical components
can be used.Indicator-Off ●The mode automatically
returns to ON after the
engine starts.
Indicator is: On Off
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches
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Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON (w *1
.
When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness.
uYou can change the auto light sensitivity setting.
2 Customized Features *
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*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Automatic Lighting Control1Automatic Lighting Control
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.
Adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:
SettingThe exterior lights come on
when the ambient light is at
MAXHIGHMIDLOWMIN
Light Sensor
Models with audio/information screen
Bright
Dark
Models with audio/information screen
* 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*1
.
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.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an
ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition
switch.1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
NOTICEWhen 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, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long period when
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery,
making it difficult to start the engine.Models with heating and cooling system
Models with audio
touch screen
Models with climate control system
Models without
audio touch screen
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluDriving Position Memory System*
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Driving Position Memory System *
You can store two driver’s seat and door mirror positions with the driving position
memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote, the seat and door
mirrors adjust automatically to one of the two preset positions.
Select either remote you use to unlock the vehicle when you enter. • DRIVER 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 1.
• DRIVER 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 2.
1Driving Position Memory System *
Using the audio/information screen, you can disable
the automatic seat adjustment function. 2 Customized Features *
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Models with audio/information screen
DRIVER 1 DRIVER 2Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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uuClimate Control System*uUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
Pressing the button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.
Models without audio/
information screen
Models with audio/
information screen
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uuClimate Control System*uUsing Automatic Climate Control
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Controls
■ To rapidly defrost the windows
1.Press the button.
2. Press the button.
Models without audio/
information screen
Models with audio/
information screen
1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode. If you keep the system in recirculation mode,
the windows may fog up from humidity. This
impedes visibility.
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