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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uLight Switches
Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness. u You can change the auto light sensitivity
setting.
2 Customized Features P. 84
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off 15
seconds after you remove the key, and close the driver's door.
u You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.
2Customized Features P. 84
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 with the headlight switch on, but do not
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minu tes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the
AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
■Automatic Lighting Control*1 Automatic Lighting Control*
We recommend that you tu rn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.
Adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:
SettingThe exterior lights come on
when the ambient light is at
Max
High
Mid
Low
Min
Light Sensor
Bright
Dark
■Automatic Lighting Off Feature
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uFog Lights*
Controls
Fog Lights*
Can be used when th e low beam headlights
are on.
Rotate the switch up from the OFF position to
the position.
Daytime Running Lights
The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following
conditions have been met:
• The ignition switch is in ON
(w.
• The headlight switch is off, or in .
• The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set th e parking brake. Turning off the ignition
switch will turn off the daytime running lights.
The high beam headlights re turn to the original brightness once the headlight
switch is turned on.
1 Fog Lights*
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the
instrument pane l will be on.
The fog lights go off when the headlights turn off, or
when the daytime running lights are on.
Fog Light Switch
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the parking lights are turned on and the
ignition switch is in ON
(w, you can use the
brightness control knob to adjust instrument
panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beep when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. The
information display will return to its original
state several seconds after you adjust the
brightness.
■Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the
information display whil e you are adjusting it.
1Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightne ss differs between when
the exterior lights are on a nd when they are off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when the
lights are on.
Pressing the (Select/Reset) knob switches the
display.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the
exterior lights are on.
Control Knob
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAdjusting the Steering Wheel
Controls
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up.
u The steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.
u Make sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3. Push the steering wheel adjustment lever
down to lock the steering wheel in position.
u After adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.1Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
3WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position while
driving may cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.To adjust
To lockLever
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uuWhen Driving uCruise Control
Driving
Cruise Control
Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the
accelerator pedal. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can
travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.1 Cruise 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.
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.
■Shift positions for cruise control:
In ( D or (d
When to use
Always keep sufficient distance
between you and the vehicle in
front of you.■Vehicle speed for cruise control:
Desired speed in a range above
roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
How to use CRUISE 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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Maintenance
Maintenance MinderTM
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages
appear on the information display and the intelligent multi-information display
(i-MID) every time you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w. The messages notify you
when to change the engine oil, or when to bring your vehicle to a dealer for
indicated maintenance services.
To Use Maintenance MinderTM
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.
2. Press the (Select/Reset) knob repeatedly
until the engine oil life appears on the
information display.
The Maintenance Minder indicator ( ) stays
on in the instrument panel after the engine oil
life becomes 0%. Have the indicated
maintenance done by a dealer immediately.
■Displaying the Engine Oil Life on the Information Display
1 To Use Maintenance MinderTM
Based on the engine ope rating conditions, the
remaining engine oi l life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.
There is a list of maintena nce main and sub items you
can view on the intelligent multi-information display
(i-MID). 2 Maintenance Service Items P. 274
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%)Calculated Engine Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91
9090 to 81
80 80 to 71
7070 to 61
60 60 to 51
5050 to 41
40 40 to 31
3030 to 21
20 20 to 16
1515 to 11
10 10 to 6
55 to 1
00
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Index
B
Battery....................................................... 309
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 333
Jump Starting .......................................... 328
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 309
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 310
Behind a Motorhome ............................... 235
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 29
Beverage Holders ...................................... 134
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 172
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 194
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 64
Brake System ............................................. 256
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 258
Brake Assist System ................................. 259
Fluid ........................................................ 287
Foot Brake ............................................... 257
Indicator ............................................ 68, 335
Parking Brake .......................................... 256
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 117
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 289
Brake Light, Taillight , Back-Up Light, Rear
Turn Signal Light a nd Lower Rear Side
Marker Light ........................................ 292
Fog Lights ................................................ 290
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light ................ 292
Headlights ............................................... 289
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 295
Rear License Plate Light............................ 295
Side Marker Lights ................................... 291
Upper Rear Side Marker/Taillight .............. 294 Bulb Specifications
................................... 344
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 65
Cargo Hook ............................................... 137
Cargo Side Net .......................................... 136
Carrying Cargo ................................. 227, 229
CD Player ................................................... 161
Certification Label .................................... 346
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 289
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 333
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 102
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 64
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 60
Larger Children ......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 102
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 316
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 314
Climate Control System ............................ 145
Changing the Mode ................................ 145
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 146
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 313 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode ................................ 147
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 145
Clock ........................................................... 96
Coat Hook ................................................ 136
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 321, 345
Compass .................................................... 223
Console Compartment ............................. 133
Controls ...................................................... 95
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 284
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 285
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 284
Overheating ............................................ 331
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 242
Cruise Control .......................................... 246
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 134
Customer Service Information ................ 354
Customized Features ................................. 84
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 114
Dead Battery ............................................ 328
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 144, 146
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 347
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 112
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Index
Tailgate Open ........................................... 72
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................ 72, 249
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 250
Washer Level ............................................ 76
Information .............................................. 343
Information Display ................................... 78
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 117
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 81
Interior Lights ........................................... 132
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 120
iPod ®......................................................... 164
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 324
Jump Starting ........................................... 328
K
Key Number Tag ........................................ 98
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 100
Keys ............................................................. 97
Lockout Prevention ................................. 100
Master Keys .............................................. 97
Number Tag.............................................. 98
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 102 Remote Transmitter ................................... 99
Types and Functions .................................. 97
Valet Key ................................................... 98
Won’t Turn ................................................ 19
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 242
L
Language (HFL)......................................... 195
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 57, 61
Lights ................................................. 112, 289
Automatic ............................................... 113
Bulb Replacement .................................... 289
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 114
Fog Lights ................................................ 114
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Interior .................................................... 132
Light Switches ......................................... 112
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................. 112
Load Limits ................................................ 229
Locking/Unlocking ...................................... 97
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 102
From Inside .............................................. 101
From Outside ............................................. 99
Keys .......................................................... 97
Using a Key ............................................. 100
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 100
Low Battery Charge .................................. 333
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 70 Low Oil Pressure Indicator
................. 68, 333
Lower Anchors ...................................... 57, 61
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 229
M
Maintenance............................................. 267
Battery .................................................... 309
Brake Fluid .............................................. 287
Cleaning ................................................. 314
Climate Control System ........................... 313
Coolant ................................................... 284
Heating and Cooling System ................... 313
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 271
Oil ........................................................... 280
Precautions ............................................. 268
Radiator .................................................. 285
Remote Control....................................... 311
Remote Transmitter ................................. 310
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 289
Safety...................................................... 269
Service Items ........................................... 274
Tires ........................................................ 300
Transmission Fluid ................................... 286
Under the Hood ...................................... 277
Wireless Headphone................................ 312
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 334
Map Lights ................................................ 132
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 229
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 77
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