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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
■Read or stop reading a message
1. Go to the text message or E-mail screen.
uThe system automatically starts reading the message aloud.
2 Displaying Messages P. 401
2. Press to stop reading.
Press again to start reading the message
from the beginning.
■ Reply to a message
1. Go to the text message or E-mail screen.
uThe system automatically starts reading the message aloud.
2 Displaying Messages P. 401
2. Move and rotate to select Reply,
then press .
3. Rotate to select the reply message, then press .
uThe pop-up menu appears on the screen.
4. Select Send to send the message.
uComplete appears on the screen when
the reply message was successfully sent.
1Reply to a message
The available fixed reply messages are as follows: • Talk to you later, I

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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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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving Driving Preparation .......................... 410
Maximum Load Limit........................ 413
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation .......................... 415
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 418
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 419
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 420
Precautions While Driving................. 424
Automatic Transmission ................... 425
Shifting ............................................ 426 Cruise Control ................................. 432
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
*
.. 435
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) *
..... 439
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System .. 442
LaneWatch TM
*
.................................. 444
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .. 446Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 447
Braking
Brake System ................................... 449
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 451 Brake Assist System ......................... 452
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 453
Rearview Camera ............................. 454
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 455
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 456
How to Refuel ................................. 457
Fuel Economy .................................... 459
Improving Fuel Economy .................. 459
Accessories and Modifications ........ 460
* Not available on all models
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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.
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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 DrivinguStarting the Engine
Driving
3.Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped. 1. Shift to
(P .
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
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.
■Stopping the Engine
■Starting to Drive
1Starting the Engine
Bring the smart entry remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the battery in the smart entry
remote is weak. 2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 526
The engine may not start if the smart entry remote is
subjected to strong radio waves. Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds
before trying again.
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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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