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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Security System
Alarm Indicator*
●
Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.
2 Security System Alarm *
P. 90
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator *●
Comes on when you press the CRUISE
button.
2 Cruise Control *
P. 173
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator *●
Comes on if y ou have set a speed for
cruise control.2 Cruise Control *
P. 173
Washer Level
Indicator *●
Comes on when the washer fluid is low.● Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 211
Maintenance Minder Indicator●
Comes on when the scheduled
maintenance is due soon.2 Maintenance Minder TM
P. 195
Daytime Running
Lights Indicator
● Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the
DRL system.
● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 96
Indicator
* Not available on all models
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Displays
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
Displays your driving sp eed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the catalytic converter.
The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.E
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 76
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 77
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 79
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 82
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 83
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
.......... 84
Opening and Closing the Tailgate Using the Key *
................................... 88
Using the Tailgate Open Handle ......... 89
Security System .................................. 90
Immobilizer System ............................ 90 Security System Alarm
*
...................... 90
Opening and Closing the Windows .. 92
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch ................................... 94
Turn Signals ....................................... 95
Light Switches.................................... 95 Fog Lights *
........................................ 96
Daytime Running Lights ..................... 96
Wipers and Washers .......................... 97
Brightness Control ............................. 99
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 100
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 101 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 102
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 102
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 102
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 103
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 103
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 111
Interior Lights .................................. 111
Interior Convenience Items .............. 113
Heating and Cooling *
....................... 118
Using Vents, Heating and A/C *
........ 118
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Setting the Clock
Clock
You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK button with the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY
(q or ON (w.
1. Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock dis play begins to blink.
2. Press the
(1 (Hour) button to change the hours.
3. Press the
(2 (Minute) button to change the minutes.
4. Press the CLOCK button to go back to the normal display.
■Adjusting the Time
1Clock
Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock
display begins to blink, then press the
(3 (Reset)
button.
Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets
forward or backward.
Example: 1:06 will reset to 1:001:53 will reset to 2:00
The clock is automatically updated through the navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
Models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
(1 Button
(3 Button Clock Display
CLOCK Button
(2 Button
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, and tailgate.
You can also use the remote transmitter *
to
lock and unlock the doors, and tailgate.
■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 90
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:
• Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
• Keep the keys away from liquids.
• Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Ignition Keys *
Ignition Keys with Remote Transmitter
*
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Locking the driver’s door
Pull the lock tab rearward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
Pull and hold the outside door handle, then
pull the lock tab rearward
a.
Release the handle, then close the door. ■ Locking the passenger’s doors
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
■ Lockout preventi on system
The doors and the tailgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and
any door or the tailgate is open.
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors
and tailgate lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in the vehicle.
Models with remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter
Models without remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking*
Controls
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
Your vehicle locks all doors and unloc ks the driver’s door automatically when a
certain condition is met. ■ Drive lock mode
All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). ■ Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P with the brake pedal
depressed.
■ Ignition switch unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the ignition switch is moved out of ON
(w .
The settings can be changed to unlock all doors.
■Auto Door Locking
■Auto Door Unlocking
1Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the master door lock
switch. 2 Customizing the Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking Setting *
P. 85
Models with automatic transmission
Models with manual transmission
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
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Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting *
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting to your liking using the master door lock switch. ■ Auto door locking
■ Auto door unlocking
*1: Default setting
*2: Default setting for automatic transmission models
*3: Default setting for manual transmission models
■List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options
ModeDescription
Drive Lock Mode*1All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed
reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
Park Lock Mode
All doors lock when the shift lever is moved out of (P with the brake pedal depressed.
OffThe auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
ModeDescription
Park Unlock Mode
Driver’s door unlocks *2All doors unlock
When the shift lever is moved into (P
with the brake pedal depressed.
Ignition Switch Unlock
ModeDriver’s door unlocks *3All doors unlock
When the ignition switch is moved out of ON (w
.
OffThe auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
Models with
automatic transmission
Models with
automatic transmission
* Not available on all models
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