
8Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel 
(P 69)
System Indicators
Malfunction 
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure 
Indicator
Charging System 
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake 
System (ABS) 
Indicator
Vehicle Stability 
Assist (VSA®) System 
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure 
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator Immobilizer System 
IndicatorSeat Belt Reminder 
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL 
Indicator Parking Brake and 
Brake System 
Indicator (Red)Supplemental 
Restraint System 
Indicator
Side Airbag Off 
Indicator
CRUISE MAIN 
Indicator Tachometer Speedometer
Fuel Gauge Security System Alarm 
IndicatorShift Lever Position Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges 
(P 83)
/Information Display 
(P 84)
/System Indicators 
(P 70)
Fuel Economy 
Indicator
*
TPMS Indicator
Maintenance Minder 
Indicator
Washer Level 
Indicator
*
Temperature Gauge
Electric Power 
Steering (EPS) System 
Indicator
*
Turn Signal and 
Hazard Warning 
Indicators
System Indicators
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Starter System 
Indicator
*
Door and Tailgate 
Open Indicator
Smart Entry System 
Indicator
*
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Forward Collision 
Warning (FCW) Indicator
*
Lane Departure Warning 
(LDW) Indicator
*
M (Sequential shift mode) Indicator/
Shift Indicator
*
Daytime Running 
Lights Indicator 

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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Immobilizer 
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition 
switch to ON 
(w*1, then goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot 
recognize the key information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the ignition 
switch to LOCK 
(0*1, pull the key out, and then insert 
the key and turn it to ON 
(w*1 again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be 
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.●Do not attempt to alter this system or add other 
devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
Security System 
Alarm Indicator
●Blinks when the security system alarm has 
been set.
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Indicator 

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 88
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 91Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*.. 93
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Outside ............................................ 94
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Inside ............................................... 99
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 100
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 101
Opening and Closing the Tailgate... 105
Security System................................ 107
Immobilizer System .......................... 107
Security System Alarm ...................... 107Opening and Closing the Windows..... 110
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
.. 113
Operating the Switches Around the 
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 114
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 115
Ignition Switch and Power Mode 
Comparison ................................... 118
Turn Signals ..................................... 119
Light Switches.................................. 119
Fog Lights ........................................ 122
Daytime Running Lights ................... 122
Wipers and Washers ........................ 123
Brightness Control ........................... 125
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button.. 126Driving Position Memory System
*.... 127Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 129
Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 130
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 130
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 131
Adjusting the Seats.......................... 133
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 133
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience 
Items................................................ 142
Interior Lights .................................. 142
Interior Convenience Items .............. 144
Heating and Cooling System
*......... 154
Using Vents, Heating and A/C.......... 154
Climate Control System
*.................. 157
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 157
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 162
* Not available on all models 

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Controls
Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from 
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic 
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch or 
pressing the ENGINE START STOP button:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the 
ENGINE START STOP button.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition 
switch.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened 
without the key, remote transmitter, or smart entry system.■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or smart entry remote, or turn 
the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, 
is deactivated.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in 
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle. 
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you 
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two 
minutes until the security system deactivates. 

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■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have 
been met:
•The ignition switch is in LOCK 
(0*1, and the key has been removed from the 
ignition switch.
•The hood and tailgate are closed.
•All doors are locked with the key, remote transmitter, or smart entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the 
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key, 
remote transmitter, or smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON (w*1. The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone 
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can 
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master 
door lock switch.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the 
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off 
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another 
device to it. 

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Controls
■The panic button on the remote 
transmitter
If you press the panic button for 
approximately one second, the following will 
occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.■Panic Mode
Panic Button 

566Index
Indicators.....................................................  70
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .....................  73
Charging System ...............................  71, 534
CRUISE CONTROL ..............................  81, 433
CRUISE MAIN ....................................  81, 432
Door and Tailgate Open.............................  74
Door Open ................................................  31
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ..  74, 536
Fog Light ...................................................  79
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ..............  76
High Beam.................................................  79
Immobilizer System ....................................  80
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 77
Lights On ...................................................  79
Low Fuel ....................................................  72
Low Oil Pressure ................................  70, 534
Low Tire Pressure .......................  75, 446, 447
Maintenance Minder .........................  81, 465
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...............  71, 535
Parking Brake and Brake System ........  70, 536
Seat Belt Reminder ..............................  33, 71
Security System Alarm ...............................  80
Side Airbag Off .................................... 52, 79
Smart Entry System ....................................  78
Starter System ...........................................  78
Supplemental Restraint System ............  50, 73
TPMS .................................................  75, 448
Transmission ..............................................  72
Turn Signal ................................................  78
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) 
System .............................................  73, 442VSA® OFF ..........................................  73, 443
Washer Level .............................................  81
Information..............................................  545
Information Display...................................  84
Instrument Panel........................................  69
Brightness Control...................................  125
Interface Dial............................................  215
Interior Lights...........................................  142
Interior Rearview Mirror..........................  130
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................  521
Jump Starting...........................................  528KKey Number Tag.........................................  92
Keyless Lockout Prevention.......................  98
Keys.............................................................  91
Lockout Prevention....................................  98
Master Keys ..............................................  91
Number Tag ..............................................  92
Rear Door Won’t Open............................  100
Remote Transmitter ...................................  94
Types and Functions ..................................  91
Valet Key...................................................  92
Won’t Turn ...............................................  22
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission).......  425
LLane Departure Warning (LDW).............  439
LaneWatch
TM............................................  444
Language (HFL)........................  321, 333, 368
LATCH (Child Seats).............................  59, 62
Lights................................................  119, 484
Automatic...............................................  120
Bulb Replacement ...................................  484
Daytime Running Lights ..........................  122
Fog Lights ...............................................  122
High Beam Indicator .................................  79
Interior....................................................  142
Light Switches.........................................  119
Lights On Indicator....................................  79
Turn Signals ............................................  119
Load Limits...............................................  413
Locking/Unlocking.....................................  91
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................  101
Childproof Door Locks ............................  100
From Inside ...............................................  99
From Outside ............................................  94
Keys..........................................................  91
Using a Key...............................................  98
Lockout Prevention System.......................  98
Low Battery Charge.................................  534
Low Fuel Indicator.....................................  72
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................  70, 534
Lower Anchors.....................................  59, 62
Lubricant Specifications Chart........  546, 548
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit).............  413 

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Replacement
Battery..................................................... 507
Bulbs ....................................................... 484
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 493
Fuses ...............................................  538, 539
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 495
Tires ........................................................ 503
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 552
Resetting a Trip Meter...............................  85SSafe Driving.................................................  27
Safety Check................................................  31
Safety Labels...............................................  67
Safety Message...........................................  25
Seat Belts.....................................................  32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ..................  36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ..................  34
Checking ...................................................  38
Fastening ...................................................  35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder 
Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Pregnant Women ......................................  37
Reminder ...................................................  33
Warning Indicator ................................  33, 71
Seat Heaters.............................................. 153
Seats.......................................................... 133
Adjusting ................................................. 133
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support................... 133
Front Seats .............................................. 133Rear Seats ...............................................  139
Seat Heaters ............................................  153
Security System.........................................  107
Immobilizer System Indicator .....................  80
Security System Alarm Indicator.................  80
Select Lever.................................  18, 426, 428
Operation..................................  18, 427, 429
Releasing.................................................  531
Won’t Move ............................................  531
Select/Reset Knob.......................................  84
Selecting a Child Seat.................................  58
Selector Knob (Audio)......................  169, 182
Sequential Shift Mode.............................  430
Setting the Clock........................................  88
Shift Lever...................................  18, 426, 428
Shift Lever Position Indicator..........  427, 429
Shifting (Transmission).....................  426, 428
Shoulder Anchor........................................  36
Side Airbags................................................  46
Cutoff System ...........................................  48
Off Indicator..............................................  48
Side Curtain Airbags..................................  49
Smart Entry with Push Button Start 
System.......................................................  96
Snow Tires.................................................  505
Spare Tire..................................  517, 547, 549
Spark Plugs.......................................  546, 548
Specifications............................................  546
Specified Fuel...........................  456, 546, 548
Speedometer..............................................  83
SRS Airbags (Airbags).................................  42Starting the Engine..........................  420, 422
Does Not Start ........................................  525
Engine Switch Buzzer ..............................  114
Jump Starting .........................................  528
Steering Wheel........................................  129
Adjusting ................................................  129
Stopping...................................................  453
Summer Tires............................................  505
Sunglasses Holder....................................  152
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).......  42
Switches (Around the Steering 
Wheel)............................................  2, 3, 114
Synchronized Mode.................................  161
TTachometer................................................  83
Tailgate.....................................................  105
Light Bulb .......................................  546, 548
Unable to Open ......................................  544
Temperature Gauge..................................  83
Temperature Sensor................................  162
Time (Setting).............................................  88
Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
(TPMS).....................................................  446
Indicator ...........................................  75, 537
Tires..........................................................  497
Air Pressure.............................  498, 547, 549
Checking and Maintaining ......................  497
Inspection ...............................................  497
Labeling ..................................................  498