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2614-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
◆AUTO LSD function (2WD models)
The AUTO LSD function is activated when the system is in TRAC
off mode. It operates when one of the drive wheels is spinning,
such as when the wheel is spinning freely on ice or mud. The sys-
tem applies the brakes to the spinning wheel and transfers some of
the torque to the other wheel to secure drive power.
◆Dynamic Torque Control AWD system (AWD models)
Automatically switches from fron t-wheel drive to all-wheel drive
(AWD) according to the driving conditions, helping to ensure reli-
able handling and stability. Exampl es of conditions where the sys-
tem will switch to AWD are when cornering, going uphill, starting off
or accelerating, and when the road surface is slippery due to snow,
rain, etc.
◆EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to redu ce the amount of effort needed to
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
■Conditions under which the Blind Spot Monitor function may not func-
tion correctly
●The Blind Spot Monitor function may not detect vehicles correctly in the fol-
lowing conditions:
• During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow etc.
• When ice or mud etc. is attached to the rear bumper
• When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, standing water etc.
• When there is a significant difference in speed between your vehicle and
the vehicle that enters the detection area
• When a vehicle is in the detection area from a stop and remains in the detection area as your vehicle accelerates
• When driving up or down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, a dip in the road etc.
• When multiple vehicles approach with only a small gap between each vehicle
• When vehicle lanes are wide, and the vehicle in the next lane is too far away from your vehicle
• When the vehicle that enters the detection area is traveling at about the same speed as your vehicle
• When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and the vehicle that enters the detection area
• Directly after the BSM main switch is set to on
• When towing a trailer
● Instances of the Blind Spot Monitor function unnecessarily detecting a vehi-
cle and/or object may increase under the following conditions:
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail,
wall etc.
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a following vehicle
• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle enters the detection area
• When items such as a bicycle carrier ar e installed on the rear of the vehi-
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5-2. Using the audio system
Before using the Bluetooth® audio/phone, it is necessary to register a
Bluetooth® device in the system. Follow the procedure below to regis-
ter (pair) a device:
Press the “SETUP” button and select “Bluetooth
*” using the
“TUNE•SCROLL” knob.
Press the knob and select “BT pairing” using the knob.
A passkey will be displayed.
SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) incompatible Bluetooth
® devices:
Input the passkey into the device.
SSP (Secure Simple Pairin g) compatible Bluetooth
® devices:
Select “Yes” to register the device. Depending on the type of
device, it may register automatically.
If a Bluetooth
® device has both music player and cellular phone func-
tions, both functions will be register ed at the same time. When delet-
ing the device, both functions will be deleted at the same time.
If the on-hook switch is press ed and the “PHONE” mode is entered
when no phones have been registered, the registration screen will be
automatically displayed.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Using the Bluetooth® audio/phone for the first time
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5-4. Using the storage features
Lift the lid while pulling up the
lever to release the lock.
■When using the console box lid as an armrest (vehicles with slide func-
tion)
Console box
Slide the console box lid forward as
needed. Pull the lid forward by holding the
front of the lid.
CAUTION
■ Console box adjustment precaution
●Do not adjust the position of the console box while the vehicle is moving.
This may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and may lead to an
accident that results in death or serious injury.
● Be careful not to get hands or feet pinched between the front console box
and the center panel or rear seats.
● Be careful not to allow the front console box to hit any passengers while
adjusting its position.
● After adjusting the console box, make sure it is securely locked in positi\
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5-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
Luggage compar tment features
Raise the hooks to use.
The cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
Cargo hooks
CAUTION
■When the cargo hoo ks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions.
Grocery bag hooks
NOTICE
■ Grocery bag hook weight capacity
Do not hang any object heavier than 8.8 lb. (4 kg) on the grocery bag hooks.

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5-4. Using the storage features
CAUTION
■When installing/stowing the luggage cover
Make sure that the luggage cover is securely installed/stowed. Failure to do
so may result in serious injury in the event of sudden braking or a collision.
■ Caution for the luggage cover
●Do not place anything on the luggage cover to avoid death or serious
injury.
● Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the lug-
gage cover could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing
death or serious injury to the child.
NOTICE
■When using the luggage cover
●Do not put heavy items on the luggage cover.
●Install the cover unit in the correct direc-
tion so that the “TOP” mark faces
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5-4. Using the storage features
CAUTION
■When installing/stowing the rear cargo net
Make sure that the rear cargo net is securely installed/stowed. Failure to do
so may result in serious injury in the event of sudden braking or a collision.
■ Caution for the rear cargo net
●To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do not
place anything on the net higher than the rear seatbacks. Otherwise, such
items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during
sudden braking or an accident.
● Do not allow children to climb on the cargo net. Climbing on the cargo net
could result in damage to the cargo net, possibly causing death or serious
injury to the child.
NOTICE
■Rear cargo net weight capacity
Do not place anything heavier than 22.1 lb. (10 kg) on the cargo net.

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6-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal
• The accelerator pedal shouldmove smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism• When parked on a slope and theshift lever is in P, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal movesmoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appro- priate clearance from the floor? (P. 560)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? (P. 560)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one
side when the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effec- tively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the
brakes are applied.