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uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uHFL Menus
Features
If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically
transferred to HFL.
1.Press the PHONE button or the button.
2.Rotate to select Phone Setup, then
press .
uRepeat the procedure to select Auto
Transfer.
3.Rotate to select On, then press .
4.You will receive a notification on the screen
if the change is successful.
You can select a caller’s information to be displayed when you have an incoming
call.
1.Press the PHONE button or the button.
2.Rotate to select Phone Setup, then
press .
uRepeat the procedure to select Caller ID
Info.
3.Rotate to select a mode you want, then
press .
4.You will receive a notification on the screen
if the change is successful.■Automatic Transferring■Caller’s ID Information
1Caller’s ID Information
Name Priority mode: A caller’s name is displayed if it
is stored in the phonebook.
Number Priority mode: A caller’s phone number is
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uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uHFL Menus
Features
When there is an incoming call, an audible
notification sounds (if activated) and the
Incoming Call screen appears.
Press the button to answer the call.
Press the button to decline or end the call.
■Receiving a Call
1Receiving a Call
Call Waiting
Press the button to put the current call on hold to
answer the incoming call.
Press the button again to return to the current
call.
Ignore the incoming call if you do not want to answer
it.
Press the button if you want to hang up the
current call.
HFL Mode Caller Name

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 210
Maximum Load Limit........................ 213
Towing a Trailer
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 215
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 216
Precautions While Driving................. 220
Automatic Transmission ................... 221
Shifting .......................................... 222
Shifting .......................................... 226Automatic transmission modelsManual transmission models
Cruise Control ................................. 229VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ...... 232
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 234
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 235
Braking
Brake System ................................... 237
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 239
Brake Assist System.......................... 240
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped................................. 241Parking Your Vehicle........................ 241
Multi-View Rear Camera.................. 242
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 243
How to Refuel ................................. 244
Fuel Economy.................................... 245
Improving Fuel Economy .................. 245
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 246
Modifications................................... 246

216Driving
When DrivingStarting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2.Check that the shift lever is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
uAlthough it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N, it is safer to start it in
(P.
2.Check that the shift lever is in
(N. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
uThe clutch pedal must be fully depressed
to start the engine.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell
exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly coded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.
2Immobilizer System P. 106
Brake Pedal
Automatic transmission models
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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine
Driving
3.Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.All models
1Starting the Engine
Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the battery in the keyless
access remote is weak.
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 312
The engine may not start if the keyless access remote
is subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds
before trying again.

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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine
Driving
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1.Shift to
(P.
2.Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
•If the shift lever is in
(N, press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
•If the shift lever is in any gear other than
(N, depress the clutch pedal, then press
the ENGINE START/STOP button.
1.Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake indicator has gone off.
2Parking Brake P. 237
2.Put the shift lever in
(D. Select
(R when reversing.
3.Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Stopping the Engine■Starting to DriveAutomatic transmission modelsManual transmission modelsAutomatic transmission models

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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine
Driving
■Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged briefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to
(1 when facing uphill, or
(R when facing
downhill, then release the brake pedal.
Move the shift lever to
(D or
(S when facing uphill, or
(R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
Manual transmission modelsAutomatic transmission models
1Starting the Engine
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While DrivingAvoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.■In Rain■Other Precautions
1Precautions While DrivingNOTICEDo not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the transmission.NOTICEIf you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering
and brake power assist functions will stop, making it
difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
(N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.