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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
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. 127
System Message
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w, then goes off.●Comes on along with a beep when a
problem is detected. A system
message on the multi-information
display appears at the same time.
●While the indicator is on, press the /
(information) button to see the
message again.
●Refer to the Indicators information in this
chapter when a system message appears
on the multi-information display. Take
the appropriate action for the message.●The multi-information display does not return
to the normal screen unless the warning is
canceled, or the / (information)
button is pressed.
—
A/T Temperature
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w, then goes off.●Comes on when the transmission
fluid temperature is too high.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe
place, shift to (P, and idle the engine
until the indicator goes off.
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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Turn Signal
Indicators
●The turn signal indicators blink when
you operate the turn signal lever.●If you press the hazard warning
button, both indicators and all turn
signals blink at the same time.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change
the bulb immediately.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 404, 405,
406
—
High Beam
Indicator
●Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.——
Lights On
Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light switch
is on, or in AUTO when the exterior
lights are on.
●If you remove the key from the ignition
switch while the lights are on, a chime
sounds when the driver's door is opened.
—
Fog Light
Indicator*
●Comes on when the fog lights are on.——
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w, then goes off.●Comes on when the passenger side
airbag system is automatically shut
off.
●It does not mean there is a problem with
your side airbags.●Comes on when nobody is sitting in
the passenger seat - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.●Comes on when someone is sitting in
the seat - Have the passenger sit
properly.
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages*
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages*
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the / (information) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.2Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 451
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 386
●Appears when you open the driver's door while the
ignition key is in LOCK (0.
●Remove the key from the ignition switch.
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.2Overheating P. 448
●Appears when the daytime running lights are off.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 127
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uuGauges and DisplaysuMulti-Information Display*
Instrument Panel
■List of customizable options
*: Default Setting
Setup Group Customizable FeaturesDescriptionSelectable Settings
METER
SETUP
LANGUAGE SELECTIONChanges the displayed language.ENGLISH*/FRENCH/SPANISH
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.
DISPLAYAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.-5°F ~ ±0°F* ~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C* ~ +3°C (Canada)
TRIP A INFO RESET
Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A,
average fuel economy A, average speed A, and
elapsed time A.
with REFUEL/
MANUAL ONLY*/IGN OFF
POSITION
SETUPMEMORY POSITION LINKChanges the driver's seat and the outside mirror
positions to a stored setting.ON*/OFF
LIGHTING
SETUP
INTERIOR LIGHT
DIMMING TIME
Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on
after you close the doors.60 sec/30 sec*/15 sec
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF
TIMER
Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver's door.60 sec/30 sec/15 sec*/0 sec
AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITYChanges the timing for the headlights to come on.MAX/HIGH/MID*/LOW/MIN

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Instrument Panel
*1:Not available on all models
*2: Default Setting
Setup Group Customizable FeaturesDescription Selectable Settings
DOOR/
WINDOW
SETUP
AUTO DOOR LOCKChanges the setting for the automatic locking
feature.
SHIFT FROM (P/WITH VEH
SPEED*2/OFF
AUTO DOOR UNLOCKChanges the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically.
SHIFT TO (P *2/IGN OFF/OFF
DRIVER DOOR*2/ALL DOORS
KEY AND REMOTE
UNLOCK MODE
Sets up either the driver's door or all doors to unlock
on the first push of the remote transmitter.DRIVER DOOR*2/ALL DOOR
KEYLESS LOCK
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash. LOCK (2nd
push)- The beeper sounds.ON*2/OFF
SECURITY RELOCK TIMERChanges the time it takes for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you unlock the vehicle without opening any door.90 sec/60 sec/30 sec*2
PTG KEYLESS OPEN
MODE*1Changes the keyless setting for when the power
tailgate opens.
ANYTIME*2 / WHEN
UNLOCKED
DEFAULT
ALL
Cancels/Resets all the customized settings as
default.CANCEL*2/SET

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 98Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and Functions .................... 99 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 101Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 103Childproof Door Locks ..................... 104Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 105Opening and Closing the Tailgate... 110Security System................................ 118Immobilizer System .......................... 118Security System Alarm*.................... 118Opening and Closing the Windows..... 120
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 123Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 124 Turn Signals ..................................... 125 Light Switches.................................. 125Fog Lights*...................................... 127Daytime Running Lights ................... 127Wipers and Washers ........................ 128Brightness Control ........................... 130 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button ........................................... 131Driving Position Memory System*.... 132Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 134
Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 135Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 135 Power Door Mirrors ......................... 136Adjusting the Seats.......................... 137Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 137Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items................................................ 150Interior Lights .................................. 150Interior Convenience Items .............. 152Climate Control System................... 165Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 170
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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors
and tailgate lock, and the security system
sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and tailgate unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter, the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2Customized Features P. 90
If the interior light switch is in the door activated position, the interior lights come on when you press the unlock button. No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30 seconds.Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off immediately.2Interior Lights P. 150
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so the operating range may vary depending on the surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or the tailgate is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.If the LED does not come on when you press a button, the battery is dead.2Replacing the Button Battery P. 424
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2Customized Features P. 90
Models with multi-information display
Models with multi-information display
LED
Unlock Button
Lock Button

uuOpening and Closing the TailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*
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Controls
To open or close the power tailgate, press the
tailgate button in the driver's door for about
one second. The beeper sounds and some
exterior lights flash.
To reverse direction while the power tailgate is
in operation, press the button again. The
beeper sounds three times and the tailgate
reverses direction.
Press the button on the tailgate to close the
power tailgate.
If you press the button again while the power
tailgate is closing, it stops and reverses
direction.
■Power Tailgate Button
Power Tailgate Button
■Power Tailgate Close Button1Power Tailgate Close Button
If you push the power tailgate close button while the tailgate is automatically opening or closing, the
power tailgate operation stops. Use caution if the
tailgate stops in the middle of either operation. It may suddenly swing up or down.
Power Tailgate Close Button