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uuCustomized Features u
Features
“Trip A” Reset Timing
“Trip B” Reset Timing
Fuel Efficiency Backlight

Language Selection*
Adjust Outside Temp. Display





Forward Collision Warning Distance
ACC Pre-Running Car Detect Beep*
ACC Display Speed Unit*

Keyless Start Guidance Screens
Default
Memory Position Link

Door Unlock Mode
Keyless Access Light Flash

Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Auto light Sensitivity
Key And Remote Unlock Mode
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Security Relock Timer
Auto Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock

Maintenance Reset
TPMS Calibration
Vehicle
Settings
Meter Setup
Driver Assist
System
Setup
Driving Position Setup*
Keyless Access
Setup
Lighting Setup
Door
Setup
Maintenance Info.
Keyless Access Beep
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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings TPMS Calibration
Cancels/Calibrates the TPMS. Cancel
*1/Calibrate
Driver
Assist
System
Setup
*
Forward Collision Warning
Distance Changes at which distance FCW alerts, or turns
FCW on and off. Long
/Normal*1/
Short /Off
ACC Pre-Running Car
Detect Beep
*Causes the system to beep when the system detects a
vehicle, or when the vehicle goes out of ACC range. On*1/
Off
ACC Display Speed Unit
*Changes the speed unit for ACC on the multi-
information display*. mph*1/
km/h
Meter
Setup Language Selection
*Changes the displayed language on the multi-
information display*.
English
*1/
French /
Spanish
Adjust Outside Temp.
Display Adjusts the temperature reading by a few
degrees. -5°F ~ ±0°F
*1
~ +5°F
(U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C
*1 ~ +3°C
(Canada)
“Trip A” Reset Timing Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A,
average fuel economy A, average speed A
*, and
elapsed time A*. With Refuel
/IGN Off /
Manually Reset*1
“Trip B” Reset Timing Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter B,
average fuel economy B, average speed B*, and
elapsed time B*. With Refuel
/IGN Off /
Manually Reset*1
Fuel Efficiency Backlight Turns the ambient meter feature on and off. On*1/Off
Keyless Start Guidance
Screens Displays the push button
start guidance when
conditions are met to change power mode. On
*1/
Off
* Not available on all models

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 416
Maximum Load Limit........................ 419
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 421
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 423
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 424
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 425, 427
Precautions While Driving................. 431
Automatic Transmission/CVT ............ 432
Shifting .................... 433, 435, 439, 441
ECON Button ................................... 444 Cruise Control*............................... 445
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*....... 448
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*.. 456
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*..... 460
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 464
LaneWatch
TM*.......................................... 466
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 468
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 470
Braking
Brake System ................................... 472 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 474
Brake Assist System ......................... 475
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 476
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 477
Rearview Camera ............................. 478
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 479
How to Refuel ................................. 480
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy .................. 481
Accessories and Modifications ........ 482
* Not available on all models

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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load. 2 Specifications P. 568, 570
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 568, 570
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.Label Example

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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Maximum allowable weight of the trailer,
cargo, and everything in or on it must not
exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg). Towing loads in
excess of this can seriously affect vehicle
handling and performance and can damage
the engine and drivetrain.
■Tongue load
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded
trailer on the hitch should be approximately
10% of the total trailer weight.
• Excessive tongue load reduces front tire
traction and steering control. Too little
tongue load can make the trailer unstable
and cause it to sway.
• To achieve a proper tongue load, start by
loading 60% of the load toward the front
of the trailer and 40% toward the rear.
Readjust the lo ad as needed.
■Towing Load Limits1Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not av ailable, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by th e manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle's first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications P. 568, 570
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
To ngue LoadTongue Load

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uuWhen Driving uCruise Control*
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Driving
Cruise Control*
Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the
accelerator. Use cruise con trol on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a
constant speed with little ac celeration or deceleration.1Cruise Control*
It may not be possible to maintain a constant speed
when driving uphill or downhill.
When not using cruise control:
Turn off cruise control by pressing the CRUISE
button.
While in the ECON mode, it may take relatively more
time to accelerate to maintain the set speed.
When the engine speed slows down, try to
downshift.
You can maintain the set sp eed if you change gear
within five seconds.
3WARNING
Improper use of the cruise control can lead
to a crash.
Use the cruise control only when traveling
on open highways in good weather.
Manual transmission models
When to use
■Shift positions for cruise control:
In ( D or (S Always keep sufficient distance
between you and the vehicle in
front of you.
Automatic transmission/CVT models
■Vehicle speed for cruise control:
Desired speed in a range above
roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
How to useCRUISE MAIN
is on in the
instrument panel.
Cruise control is ready to use.■Press the CRUISE button on
the steering wheel.
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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Driving
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following distance behind a
vehicle detected ahead of yours, without you having to keep your foot on the brake
or the accelerator.1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Important Reminder
As with any system, there are limits to ACC. Use the
brake pedal whenever necessary, and always keep a
safe distance between your vehicle and other
vehicles.
The radar sensor for ACC is shared with FCW
(Forward Collision Warning). 2 Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
* P. 456
3WARNING
Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash.
Use ACC only when traveling on open
highways in good weather.
3WARNING
ACC has limited braking capability.
When your vehicle speed drops below
22 mph, ACC will au tomatically cancel
and no longer will apply your vehicle's
brakes.
Always be prepared to apply the brake
pedal when conditions require.
When to use
■Vehicle speed for adaptive cruise control:
Desired speed in a range above roughly 25
mph (40 km/h) ~
■Shift positions for adaptive cruise control:
In ( D or (S
The radar sensor is inside the front
grille on the right side.
How to use
■Press the MAIN button on
the steering wheel. ACC is on in the multi-
information display.
Adaptive cruise control is
ready to use.
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uuWhen Driving uForward Collision Warning (FCW)*
Driving
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
Alerts you when it determines that there is a possibility that your vehicle may collide
with a vehicle detected in front of yours.
If the system determines a collision is possible, it gives both visual and audible alerts,
including a heads-up warning th at flashes on the windshield.
u Take appropriate action to prevent a col lision (apply the brakes, change lanes,
etc.).
■How the system works
The system may give warnings of potential collisions when your vehicle speed is
above 10 mph (15 km/h).
1 Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
Important Safety Reminder
FCW cannot detect all ob jects ahead and may not
detect a given object; accura cy of the system will vary
based on weather, speed and other factors. FCW
does not include a braking func tion. It is always your
responsibility to sa fely operate the vehicle and avoid
collisions.
You can change the Forward Collision Warning
Distance setting or turn the system on and off. 2 Customized Features P. 97, 298
For the FCW system to work properly:
•Always keep the radar sensor cover clean.
•Never use chemical solvents or polishing
compounds to clean the sensor cover. Instead,
clean it with water and a mild detergent.
•Do not put anything on the radar sensor cover.
See a dealer if the radar sensor gets damaged or
requires repair.
The camera is shared with Lane Departure Warning
(LDW). 2 LDW Camera P. 461
Models with multi-information display
Models with information display
LONG
NORMAL SHORT
Your Vehicle Vehicle Ahead
You can set
Long, Normal or Short for when warnings start:
* Not available on all models