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■Changing “ENGINE STAR T STOP” switch mode
Modes can be changed by pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time
the switch is pressed.)
OFF*
Emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can be
used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can
be used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
*: If the shift lever is in a positionother than P when turning off
the engine, the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch will be
turned to ACCESSORY mode,
not to OFF.
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................... 242
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers.................. 251
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 252
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ................. 253
Using the radio ....................... 256
Using the CD player ............. 264
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ............................. 271
Operating an iPod .................. 279
Operating a USB memory.................................. 287
Optimal use of the audio system ..................................... 296
Using the AUX port.............. 298
Using the steering wheel audio switches...................... 300
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth®
audio system
Bluetooth
® audio system ... 303
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system ......................... 306
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ...... 311
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ..... 315
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ......................................... 321
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system
(for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile phones ..................... 322
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phones)............. 326
Making a phone call .............. 335
Setting a mobile phone......... 339
Security and system setup ........................................ 344
Using the phone book.......... 348 3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .................... 354
• Interior light .......................... 355
• Personal lights ..................... 355
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features......... 356
• Glove box .............................. 357
• Console box ......................... 358
• Cup holders .......................... 359
• Auxiliary box ........................ 362
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ................................. 363
Vanity mirror ........................... 364
Clock ......................................... 365
Satellite switches ................... 366
Ashtrays.................................... 369
Cigarette lighter .................... 370
Power outlet ............................. 371
Seat heaters and ventilators ............................. 372
Floor mat ................................... 374
Trunk features ......................... 375
Garage door opener ............ 378
Compass .................................. 384
Safety Connect ...................... 388
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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Without navigation system (type A)
CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
Without navigation system (type B)
CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
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Ti t l ePa g e
Using the radioP. 2 5 6
Using the CD playerP. 2 6 4
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 2 7 1
Operating an iPodP. 2 7 9
Operating a USB memoryP. 2 8 7
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 2 9 6
Using the AUX portP. 2 9 8
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 3 0 0
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■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular phone is
being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is operating.
CAUTION
■For vehicles sold in U.S.A. and Canada
●Pa r t 1 5 o f t h e FCC Ru l e s
FCC Warning:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
●Laser products
• Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself. This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information from the
surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so that its rays remain
inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disassemble the player or alter any
of its parts since you may be exposed to laser rays and dangerous voltages.
• This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine off.
■To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.
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Using the radio
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Seeking any traffic
program stationStation
selector Displays radio text messages
Po w e r Vo l u m e
Scans for receivable stations
Seeking the
frequency
Changing the program typesAdjusting the frequency
(AM, FM mode) or
channel (SAT mode)
AM ⋅FM/SAT
mode buttons
Silencing a sound
Seeking any traffic
program station Station
selector Silencing a sound
Po w e r Vo l u m e
Seeking the
frequency Station selectorAdjusting the frequency
AM/FM
mode buttons
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Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)
Search for desired stations by turning
or pressing “ ∧” or
“ ∨ ” on .
Press and hold the button (from to ) the station is to
be set to until you hear a beep.
Scanning radio stations (excluding XM® Satellite Radio) (type A)
■ Scanning the preset radio stations
Press and hold until you hear a beep.
Preset stations will be played for 5 seconds each.
When the desired station is reached, press once again.
■ Scanning all radio stations within range
Press .
All stations with reception will be played for 5 seconds each.
When the desired station is reached, press once again.
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