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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
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Features
“Change passcode”
Store a phonebook entry.
Edit the number of an existing phonebook entry.
Delete a phonebook entry.
Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries.
Transfer contacts from your phone to HFL.
Apply a security passcode to the syste m that must be input at each key
cycle to access the system.
Change your security passcode.
Set how you want to be notified of an incoming call.
Set to automatically transfer calls from your phone to HFL when you
enter the vehicle.
Switch the system language between English and French.
Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system.
Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing each command. “Store”
“Edit”
“Delete”
“List”
“Receive contact”*
“Security”
“Call notification”
“Auto transfer”
“Phonebook”
“System setup”
“Change language”*
“Tutorial”
“Hands-free help”
Clear the system of all paired phones, phonebook entries, and security
passcode.
“Clear”
* Not available on all models

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Features
You can make calls using an y phone number or a name in the HFL phonebook, and
redial the last number called.
■Direct dialing a phone number
1. Say “Call” or “Dial.”
2. Say the number you want to dial after the prompts.
3. Say “Call” or “Dial” after the prompts.
■From the HFL phonebook
1. Say “Call” or “Dial.”
2. Say the name stored in the HFL phonebook after the prompts.
3. Follow the HFL prompts.
■To redial the last number called by HFL
Say “Redial.”
■To end a call
Press the (HFL back) button.
■Making a Call1 Making a Call
Press the button and wait for a beep before
giving a command.
HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, with has a maximum
range of about 30 feet (10 meters).
HFL allows you to talk up to 30 minutes after you
remove the key from the ignition switch. However,
this may weaken the vehicle's 12 volt battery.
Once a call is connected, you can hear the voice of
the person you are call ing through the audio
speakers.

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Features
This command group allows you to change or customize HFL basic settings.
■To set a four-digit passcode to lock the HFL system for security
1. Say “System Setup.”
2. Say “Security.”
3. Follow the HFL prompts and say the four-digit number of your choice.
4. Follow the HFL prompts and confirm the number.
■To change the security passcode
1. Say “System Setup.”
2. Say “Change Passcode” after the prompts.
3. Say the new four-digit passcode after the HFL prompts.
4. Follow the HFL prompts.
■To select a ring tone or a prompt as the incoming call notification
1. Say “System Setup.”
2. Say “Call Notification” after the prompts.
3. Say “Ring Tone” or “Prompt” after the prompts. For no audible notification, say
“Off.”
■System Setup1 System Setup
Press the button before a command.
Once a passcode is set, y ou are required to enter the
passcode with every new key cycle to use HFL.
If you forget the code, go to your dealer to have the
passcode reset. You can also cancel the passcode by
clearing all the data stored in the HFL system. 2 To clear the system P. 171
The default setting of the incoming notification is a
prompt.

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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 255
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal.
Also check under the hood fo r leftover flammable
materials after you or so meone else has performed
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
3. Turn the ignition switch to START (e
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake and brake system indicator has gone off.
2 Parking Brake P. 210
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.
1 Starting the Engine
Do not hold the key in START
(e for more than 15
seconds.
•If the engine does not start right away, wait for at
least 10 seconds before trying again.
•If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly c oded device is used, the
engine's fuel system is disabled 2 Immobilizer System P. 107
■Starting to Drive
Automatic transmission (CVT) models

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Driving
Shifting
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.
■Shift lever positions
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
1Shifting
You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 and
remove the key unless the shift lever is in
( P.
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
(N while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pe dal firmly and, when necessary,
apply the parking brake.
The engine may cut in and out in
( R or depending on
the road condition, even when the engine speed is
lower than the tachometer’s red zone. This is the
engine’s computer wo rking to protect the
transmission.
Park
Used when parking or starting the engine
Reverse
Used when reversing
Neutral
Used when idling
Drive
Used:
●For normal driving●When temporarily driving in the 7-speed
manual shift mode (when driving in ECON
or NORMAL mode)
●For driving in the 7-speed manual shift
mode (when driving in SPORT mode)
●For driving in L mode
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1.Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-
head screwdriver. Press a button to pry
open the transmitter.
2. Open the keypad.
u Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Screw
Battery type: CR1616
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Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from th e ignition switch.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a de aler as soon as
possible.
■Releasing the Lock
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
SlotCover
Release
Button
Shift
Lock
Release
Slot