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uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®uHFL Menus
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Features
HFL Menus
The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY
(q or ON (w*1
to use HFL.
■ Phone Settings screen
1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select Phone Settings, then
press .1HFL Menus
To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetooth-
compatible cell phone to the system while the vehicle is parked.
Some functions are limited while driving. A message
appears on the screen when the vehicle is moving
and the operation is canceled.
Edit the user name of a paired phone.
PhoneEdit Device
Name
Connect phone *2
Bluetooth
Device List

(Existing
entry list) *2

Replace This
Device
Add Bluetooth Device
Disconnect a paired phone from the system.Connect a phone to the system.Disconnect
(Existing entry list)


Pair a phone to the system.
Edit PIN
Create a security PIN for a paired phone.Replace a previously paired phone with a
new phone.
Delete This Device
Delete a previously paired phone.



Add Bluetooth DevicePair a phone to the system.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2: Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.
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Features
Compass*
When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
, the compass self-calibrates, and the
compass display appears.
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
2. Press and hold the MENU button until the
display shows the compass setting menu
list.
3. Rotate to select CALIBRATION, then
press .
4. When the display changes to PUSH CAL
START , press .
5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two circles.
uThe compass starts to show a direction
after the calibration. The CAL indicator
goes off.
1Compass *
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions: • Driving near power lines or stations
• Crossing a bridge
• Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance
• When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnetsCanadian modelsModels without audio touch screen
1Compass Calibration
Calibrate the compass in an open area.
While setting the compass:
• The RETURN button returns to the previous screen.
• The MENU button cancels the setting mode.
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
Compass Setting Menu Items
* Not available on all models
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uuCompass*uCompass Zone Selection
Features
Compass Zone Selection
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
2. Press and hold the MENU button until the
display shows the compass setting menu
list.
3. Rotate to select ZONE, then press .
The display shows the current zone number.
4. Rotate to select the zone number of
your area (See Zone Map), then press .1Compass Zone Selection
The zone selection is done to compensate the
variation between magnetic north and true north.
If the calibration starts while the audio system is in
use, the display returns to normal after the calibration is completed.
Zone Number
1
23
4
5 6
78910 11121314
15
Zone Map
Guam Island: Zone 8
Puerto Rico: Zone 11
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Features
Compass*
When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1
, the compass self-calibrates, and the
compass display appears.
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w *1
.
2. On the top screen of any audio source,
press and hold for 5 seconds.
uThe display switches to the Compass
Settings screen.
3. Rotate to select Calibration, then press
.
4. When the display changes to Calibration
Start , press .
5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two circles.
uThe compass starts to show a direction
after the calibration. The CAL indicator
goes off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
Models with audio touch screen1Compass *
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions: • Driving near power lines or stations
• Crossing a bridge
• Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance
• When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnets
1Compass Calibration
Calibrate the compass in an open area.
While setting the compass, press the BACK button to
cancel the setting mode and return to the previous
screen.
* Not available on all models
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uuCompass*uCompass Zone Selection
Features
Compass Zone Selection
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w *1
.
2. On the top screen of any audio source,
press and hold for 5 seconds.
uThe display switches to the Compass
Settings screen.
3. Rotate to select Zone Adjust, then
press .
uThe display shows the current zone
number.
4. Rotate to select the zone number of
your area (See Zone Map), then press .
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1
23
4
5 6
78910 11121314
15
Zone Map
Guam Island: Zone 8
Puerto Rico: Zone 11
1Compass Zone Selection
The zone selection is done to compensate the
variation between magnetic north and true north.
If the calibration starts while the audio system is in
use, the display returns to normal after the calibration is completed.
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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine
Driving
3.Turn the ignition switch to START (e
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake indicator has gone off.
2 Parking Brake P. 449
2. Put the shift lever in
(D . Select (R when reversing.
3. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull away.
■Starting to Drive
1Starting the Engine
Do not hold the key in START
(e for more than 15
seconds.
• If the engine does not start right away, wait for at
least 10 seconds before trying again.
• If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine starts.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is
used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 107
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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICEDo not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
(q or
LOCK (0 *1
while driving, the engine will shut down
and all steering and brake power assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
(N , as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
Driving
Shifting
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs. ■Shift lever positions
Automatic transmission models without paddle shifters
1Shifting
You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 and
remove the key unless the shift lever is in (P .
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
(N while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary,
apply the parking brake.
The engine may cut in and out in
(R or depending on
the road condition, even when the engine speed is
lower than the tachometer’s red zone. This is the
engine’s computer working to protect the
transmission.
Park
Used when parking or starting the
engine
Reverse Used when reversing
Neutral
Used when idling
Drive
Used for normal driving (gears change
between 1st and 5th automatically)
Drive (D3)
Used: ● When going up or down hills
● When towing a trailer in hilly terrain
Second Used to increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 2nd gear)
First
Used to further increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 1st gear)
Release Button
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