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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object.
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle.
CAUTION
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.
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Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forced entry is
detected.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set:
● A locked door or glass hatch is unlocked or opened in any way
other than using the entry function, wireless remote control or
mechanical key. (The doors will lock again automatically.)
● The hood is opened.
■ Setting the alarm system
Vehicles without a navigation system Close the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all the doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
Vehicles with a navigation systemClose the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all the doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:
● Unlock the doors.
● Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a
few seconds.)
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■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■Alarm-operated door lock
●When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
●Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and make
sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the battery.
■Alarm memory function
After the alarm is activated, when you unlock any door using a entry function, wire-
less remote control or mechanical key, the tail lights turn on for about 2 seconds to
inform you that the system was activated.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or hood.
●The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.
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1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture
Drive with a good posture as follows:
Sit upright and well back in
the seat. (→P. 6 7 )
Adjust the position of the seat
forward or backward to
ensure the pedals can be
reached and easily
depressed to the extent
required. ( →P. 6 7 )
Adjust the seatback so that
the controls are easily opera-
ble.
Adjust the tilt and telescopic
positions of the steering
wheel downward so the air-
bag is facing your chest.
(→ P. 9 7 )
Lock the head restraint in
place with the center of the
head restraint closest to the
top of your ears. ( →P. 8 6 )
Wear the seat belt correctly.
(→ P. 8 9 )
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CAUTION
■While driving
●Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat.
Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
●Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.
A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the
effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint, increasing the risk of death or
serious injury to the driver or passenger.
●Do not place anything under the front seats.
Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and
stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury. The adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.
■Adjusting the seat position
●Take care when adjusting the seat position to ensure that other passengers are
not injured by the moving seat.
●Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid injury.
Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.
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SRS airbags
The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of
severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They
work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious
injury.
SRS front airbags
SRS driver airbag/front passenger airbag
Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passen-
ger from impact with interior components
SRS knee airbags
Can help provide driver and front passenger protection
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SRS side and curtain shield airbagsFront SRS side airbags
Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants
Rear SRS side airbags (if equipped)
Can help protect the torso of the outer second seat occupants
SRS curtain shield airbags
Can help protect primarily the head of occupants in the outer seats
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