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Installing child restraints
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly
secure child restraints to the rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat
belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint.
The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not com-
patible with the LATCH (Lower Anchor s and Tethers for Children) system.
Child restraint
LATCH anchors are provided
for the rear seats. (Buttons dis-
playing the location of the
anchors are attached to the
seats.)
Seat belts equipped with a child
restraint locking mechanism
(ALR/ELR belts except driver’s
seat belt) (→P. 6 5 )
Anchor bracket (for top tether
strap)
Anchor brackets are provided
for each rear seat.
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Widen the gap between
the seat cushion and
seatback slightly.
Latch the buckles onto the
LATCH anchors.
If the child restraint has a
top tether strap, the top
tether strap should be
latched onto the top tether
strap anchors.
For owners in Canada:
The symbol on a child restraint sys-
tem indicates the presence of a
lower connector system.
Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt)
■ Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat
Place the child seat on the rear
seat facing the rear of the vehicle.
Canada only
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP1
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seat and insert the plate into the
buckle. Make sure that the belt is
not twisted.
Fully extend the shoulder belt and
then allow it to retract slightly in
order to activate the ALR lock
mode.
Lock mode allows the seat belt to
retract only.
While pushing the child seat down
into the rear seat, allow the shoul-
der belt to retract until the child
seat is securely in place.
After the shoulder belt has
retracted to a point where there is
no slack in the belt, pull the belt to
check that it cannot be extended.
■
Forward facing Convertible seat
Place the child seat on the seat
facing the front of the vehicle.
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP1
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seat and insert the plate into the
buckle. Make sure that the belt is
not twisted.
Fully extend the shoulder belt and
allow it to retract to put it in lock
mode.
Lock mode allows the seat belt to
retract only.
While pushing the child seat into
the rear seat, allow the shoulder
belt to retract until the child seat is
securely in place.
After the shoulder belt has
retracted to a point where there is
no slack in the belt, pull the belt to
check that it cannot be extended.
If the child restraint has a top tether
strap, the top tether strap should
be latched onto the top tether strap
anchors.
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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Child restraint systems with a top tether strapSecure the child restraint using a
seat belt or the lower anchors, and
lock the head restraint in place at
the original position.
Open the anchor bracket cover,
latch the hook onto the anchor
bracket and tighten the top tether
strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is
securely latched.
STEP1
STEP2
■Laws and regulations pertaining to anchorages
The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.
Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications
can be used.
This vehicle is designed to conform to the SAE J1819.
CAUTION
■When installing a booster seat
Do not fully extend the shoulder belt to prevent the belt from going to ALR lock
mode: ( →P. 6 7 )
ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only which could cause injury or discomfort to
the child.
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CAUTION
■When installing a child restraint system
Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual and fix
the child restraint system securely in place.
If the child restraint system is not correctly fixed in place, the child or other passen-
gers may be injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving
or an accident.
●When a booster seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is posi-
tioned across the center of the child's shoulder. The belt should be kept away
from the child's neck, but not so that it could fall off the child's shoulder. Failing to
do so may result in death or serious injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden
swerving or an accident.
●Make sure the outside rear seat head restraints are not in the folded position.
●Ensure that the belt and tab are securely locked and the seat belt is not twisted.
●Push and pull the child seat from side to side and forward to be sure it is secure.
●After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.
●Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system manufac-
turer.
●If the driver’s seat interferes with the child
restraint system and prevents it from being
attached correctly, attach the child restraint
system to the right-hand rear seat.
●Only put a forward facing or booster child
seat on the front seat when unavoidable.
When installing a forward facing or
booster child seat on the front passenger
seat, move the seat as far back as possible
even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is
illuminated. Failing to do so may result in
death or serious injury if the airbags deploy
(inflate).
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GAWRGross Axle Weight Rating
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LSDLimited Slip Differential
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System
TRACTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l
VDIMVehicle Dynamics Integrated Management
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C* .......................................................... 224
ABS.............................................................. 201
ACCESSORY mode .......................... 138
Air conditioning filter ..........................434
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ....................... 434
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 224
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 99
Airbag precautions for your child........................................................ 103
Airbag warning light ........................ 470
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 99
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................................ 103
Front passenger occupant
classification system....................... 108
General airbag pr ecautions ......... 103
Locations of airbags............................ 96
Modification and disposal of airbags ...................................................107
Proper driving posture ............94, 103
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 99
Side airbag precautions .................. 103
SRS airbags ............................................. 96
Alarm ............................................................90
Antenna* .................................................. 242
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 201
Armrest .....................................................356
Ashtrays ..................................................... 351
Assist grips...............................................360
Audio input*............................................ 279
Audio system* Antenna .................................................. 242 Audio input............................................279
AUX port ...............................................279
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 284
CD player/changer ......................... 245
iPod .......................................................... 260
MP3/WMA disc................................252
Optimal use .......................................... 277
Portable music player ...................... 279
Radio ........................................................ 237
Steering wheel audio switch.......... 281
USB memory ...................................... 268
USB port ...................................260, 268
Automatic air conditioning system* .................................................. 224
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................169
Automatic light control system.........166
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 142
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 503
M mode ................................................... 147
AUX port* .............................................. 279
Auxiliary box .......................................... 344
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 528
Battery
Checking................................................. 413
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .................................................508
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 218
Bluetooth
® audio* ............................... 284
Bluetooth® phone* .............................303
Bottle holders ......................................... 344
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