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2-3. Operating the lights and Windshield wipers
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When driving
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Normal window wiper
operation
Washer/wiper dual
operation
Washer operation

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■The rear window wiper and w asher can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position
■ If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.

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■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.
■ When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit-
able to the road conditions.
■ When parking the vehicle (in the winter time or in the cold
latitudes)
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic trans-
mission) or 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the
parking brake. The parking brak e may freeze up, preventing it
from being released. If necessary , block the wheels to prevent
inadvertent sliding or creeping.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system ........................... 186
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 193
3-2. Using the audio system Using the AUX port/USB port................................. 194
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 195
Using the microphone ...... 196 3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .............. 197
• Interior light .................... 198
• Personal lights ............... 198
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 199
• Glove boxes ................... 200
• Cup holders ................... 201
• Auxiliary box .................. 203
• Bottle holders ................. 204
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 205
Vanity mirrors ................... 206
Clock ................................ 207
Power outlet ..................... 208
Assist grips....................... 209
Floor mat .......................... 210
Luggage compartment features .......................... 212

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
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Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
Set the air intake selection knob
to (outside air) mode.
Pressing to turn the cooling
and dehumidification function on
clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
Set the air intake selection knob
to (outside air) mode.
Pressing to turn the cooling
and dehumidification function on
clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
■Selecting the air intake modes
Turn air intake selection knob to (outside air) mode or
(recirculated air) mode.

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■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period of time.
■ When
is selected for the air outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flow-
ing to the upper body depending on the temperature setting.
■ When outside air temperature is below 32°F (0°C)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when

is pressed.
■ Air conditioning odors
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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Interior features
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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
: If equipped
■The defoggers can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ The outside rear view mirr or defoggers (if equipped)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
CAUTION
■ When the outside rear view mirr or defoggers are on (if equipped)
Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can
become very hot and burn you.
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
On/off
The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes. Pressing
the switch again also turns the
rear window defogger off.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
● Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle.
Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the
antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
■ High pressure car washes
● Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle
is closed properly.
■ Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehi-
cle body is cool.