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Rear window and outsid e rear view mirror
defoggers
Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system
On/off
The defoggers will automatically
turn off after approximately 15 min-
utes.
Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system
On/off
The defoggers will automatically
turn off after approximately 15 min-
utes.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to
remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mir-
rors (if equipped).
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■Operating conditions
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ The outside rear view mirror defogge rs (vehicles with outside rear view
mirror defoggers)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
CAUTION
■ When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (vehicles with out-
side rear view mirror defoggers)
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot
and burn you.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the defoggers off when the engine is off.
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Windshield wiper de-icer
On/off
The windshield wiper de-icer will
automatically turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes. Pressing the
switch again also turns the de-icer
off.
■Operating conditions
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
: If equipped
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
CAUTION
■ When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pillars,
as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
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Audio system types
Vehicles with a Display Audio system
Refer to the “Display Audi o System Owner’s Manual”.
Display Audio system
Premium Display Audio system
A
B
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Vehicles without a Display Audio system
CD player with AM/FM radio
Press the “SETUP” button.
Turn the “TUNE•SCROLL” knob to select “Language”.
Press the knob.
Turn the knob as corresponds to the desired language.
“English”, “Español”, or “Français” can be selected.
Press the knob or (SAVE) to return to the setup menu.
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Using the radioP. 312
Using the CD playerP. 315
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 320
Operating an iPodP. 327
Operating a USB memoryP. 335
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 343
Using the AUX portP. 345
Using the steering switchesP. 346
Changing language setting
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■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is
operating.
CAUTION
■Certification for the disc player
●Part 15 of the FCC Rules
FCC Warning:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-
ble for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
● Laser products
• Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself.
This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information
from the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so
that its rays remain inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disassem-
ble the player or alter any of its parts since you may be exposed to laser
rays and dangerous voltages.
• This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
■ Certification for the Display Audio system
FCC ID: BABFT0017A
FCC ID: BABFT0032A
IC: 2024B-FT0017A
IC: 2024B-FT0032A
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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CAUTION
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels
of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive
exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and
operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
Co-location:
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
For vehicles sold in Canada
In English
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
In French
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux
deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine is
stopped.
■ To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.
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Using the radio
Search for the desired stations by turning the “TUNE•SCROLL”
knob or pressing “”
or “ ” on the “SEEK/TRACK” button.
Press and hold one of the station is to be set to until you hear a
beep.
: If equipped
Power
Vo l u m e
Adjusting the frequency
Scanning for receivable sta-
tions AM/FM mode button
Station selectors
Seeking the frequency
Displaying text message
Setting station presets
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