Cautions on handling of all-wheel drive vehicles
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Your vehicle may not provide sufficient hill climbing ability and engine braking on steepslopes. Avoid driving on steep slopes even though the vehicle is a 4-wheel drive vehicle.
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Since driving torque can
be applied to all four
wheels, the performance of the vehicle when operating in all-wheel drive is greatly affected by the condition of the tires. Pay close attention to the tires. Install specified tires on all wheels. Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 11-5. Be sure to fit all four tires and wheels of the same size and type.When replacement of any of the tires or wheels is necessary, replace all of them. All tires should be rotated whenever the wear difference between the front and rear tires is recognizable.
Good vehicle performance cannot be expected if there is a difference in wear between tires. Refer to “Tire rotation” on page 9-23. Check the tire inflation pressure regularly.
Climbing/descending sharp grades Cautions on handling of all- wheel drive vehicles Tires and wheels
CAUTION Always use tires of the same size, same type, and same brand, and which have no wear dif-ferences. Using tires that differ in size, type, brands or the degree of wear, will increase the differential oil temperature, resulting inpossible damage to the driving system. Fur- ther, the drive train will be subjected to excessive loading, possibly leading to oilleakage, component seizure, or other serious problems.
To w i n g
CAUTION Do not tow all-wheel dr
ive vehicles with the
front or rear wheels on the ground (Type Aor Type B) as illustrated. This could result in damage to the drivetra
in, or unstable towing.
If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use Type C or Type D equipment. [For vehicle equipped with the Electronically controlled 4WD system] Even in “2WD” mode, the vehicle cannot betowed with the front or the rear wheels on the ground.
Active Stability Control (ASC) (if so equipped) 5-96 Features and controls
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the drive wheels from spin-ning excessive, thus helping the vehicle to start moving from a stop
ped condition. It also
provides sufficient driving force and steeringperformance as the vehicle turns while press- ing the acceleration pedal.
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The skid control function is designed to help the driver maintain control of the vehicle onslippery roads or during rapid steering
maneuvers. It works by controlling the engine output and the brake on each wheel.
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The ASC is automatically activated when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. You can deactivate the system by press-ing down the “ASC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or longer. When the ASC is deactivated, the dis- play/indicator will turn on. To reactivate the ASC, momentarily press the “ASC OFF” switch ; the display/indicator is turned off.
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When the ASC is activated, you may feel a vibration in the vehicle body or hear a whin- ing sound from the engine compartment. This indicates that the system is operating normally. It does not indicate a malfunction. When the anti-lock braking system warning light is illuminated, the ASC is not active.
Traction control function
CAUTION When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be sure to install snow tires and drivethe vehicle at moderate speeds.
Skid control function
NOTE
NOTE
The skid control function operates at speeds of about 9 mph (15 km/h) or higher.
“ASC OFF” switch
CAUTION For safety reasons, the “ASC OFF” switch should be operated when your vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep the ASC on while driving in normal circumstances.NOTE
Using the “ASC OFF” switch turns off both the skid control function and the tractioncontrol function. When moving out of mud, sand or fresh snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may not allow the engine speed to increase. In such situations, temporarily turning off ASC withthe “ASC OFF” switch will make it easier to move out your vehicle. If you continue to press the “ASC OFF” switch after the ASC is turned off, the “mis- taken operation protection function” willactivate and the ASC will turn back on.
ASC operation display or ASC OFF display
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ASC operation display/ASC indicator The display/indicator will blink whenthe ASC is operating.
Multi-information display
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The multi-information meter switch is a but- ton marked “INFO” on the left side of the dash. Each time the multi-information meter switchis operated, a sound is emitted and the multi- information display changes between infor- mation such as warnings, odometer, tripodometer, service reminder, engine coolant temperature (Type 1), average and momen- tary fuel consumption, driving range, andaverage speed and ACD control mode display (if so equipped).
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and units used on the multi- information display by operating the multi- information meter switch.
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If you press the multi-information meterswitch and return from the warning display screen to the previous screen, the warning is displayed. Refer to “Returning to the display screen from before the warning display” on page 5-115.This mark is also displayed if there is anotherwarning other than the one displayed. When
9- Engine coolant temperature display (if
so equipped)
P.5-118
10- Twin Clutch SST control mode display
screen (Twin Clutch SST)
P.5-77
11- Selector lever position display screen
(CVT)
P.5-65
Gearshift lever position display screen (Twin Clutch SST)
P.5-73
12- Drive mode indicator display screen
(CVT) (if so equipped) P.5-117 ACD control mode display screen(Twin Clutch SST)
P.5-83
13- ECO mode indicator (if so equipped)
P.5-123
14- Gearshift indicator display screen (if so
equipped)
P.5-61
NOTE
The fuel units, temperature units, display language, and other settings can be changed.Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126.
The display screen is different depending on whether the ignition switch in the “OFF” or “ON” position. Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” position)” on page5-114. Refer to “Warning displa
y list (With ignition
switch in the “OFF” position)” on page5-134. Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch turned from “OFF” to “ON” posi-tion)” on page 5-117. Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-118.Refer to “Warning displa
y list (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-137.
Multi-information meter switch
NOTE
Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” position)
Multi-information display
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When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the display screen changes in the following order.
When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the system check screen isdisplayed for about 4 seconds. If there is no fault, information screen (when the ignition switch is “ON”) is displayed.If there is a fault, the screen changes to warn- ing display. Refer to “Warning display list (when the ignition switch is “ON” position)”on page 5-137.
When the time for periodic inspection arrives, the warning display is displayed for a fewseconds after the screen that is initially dis- played when the ignition switch is turned “ON”. Refer to “Service reminder” on page5-123. Type 1 Type 2
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Shows the 4WD drive status. Refer to “Drive mode-s
elector” on page 5-85.
Information screen (With igni- tion switch turned from “OFF” to “ON” position) 1- Screen when the ignition switch is
“OFF”
2- System check screen 3- Screen when the ignition switch is
“ON”
Ty p e 1 Type 2
System check screen
NOTE
The system check screen display varies depending on your equipment.Type 1
Type 2
Service reminder Drive mode indicator display screen
(if so equipped)
Multi-information display
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The operation method is the same as when the ignition switch is in the “OFF” position.For further details, refer to “Odometer/Trip odometer” on page 5-114.
Shows the distance and number of months until the next periodic inspection.Refer to “Service reminder” on page 5-123. Shows the engine coolant temperature. If the coolant becomes hot, “ ” will blink. Pay careful attention to the engine coolant temperature display while you are driving. Shows the approximate driving range (how many more miles or kilometers you can drive) with the current fuel level. When thisdriving range falls below 30 miles (50 km), “- --” is displayed. Refuel as soon as possible.
This displays the average speed from the last reset to the present.There are 2 types of mode settings as follows. For details on how to change the average speed display setting, refer to “Changing thefunction settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126.
8- Average fuel consumption display,
momentary fuel consumption display(Type 2)
9- Average speed display, momentary fuel
consumption display (Type 2)
10- Function setting screen 11- Redisplay of a warning display screen
NOTE
While driving, the function setting screen is not displayed even if you operate the multi- information meter switch. Always park the vehicle in a safe place before operating.Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126. When there is information to be announced, such as a system fault, the tone sounds andthe screen display is changed. Refer to “Interrupt display screen (With igni- tion switch in the “ON” position)” on page5-121.
Odometer/Trip odometer
Service reminder Engine coolant temperature dis- play
CAUTION If the engine is overheating, “ ” will blink. In this case, the bar graph is on the red zone. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe placeand take the required measures. Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 8-4.
Driving range display
NOTE
The driving range is determined based on the fuel consumption data. This may vary depending on the driving conditions and hab- its. Treat the distance displayed as just a rough guideline. When you refuel, the driving range display is automatically updated.However, if you only add a small amount of fuel, the correct value will not be displayed. Fill to a full tank whenever possible. When your vehicle is stopped on an extremely steep hill, the driving range valuemay change. This is due to the movement of fuel in the tank and does not indicate any problem. The display setting can be changed to the preferred units (miles or km).Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126.
Average speed display
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When the warning is displayed, if you lightly press the multi-information meter
switch a few times, the warning display screen you switched from is redisplayed. The operation status of each system is dis- played on the information screen. For further details, refer to the appropriate page in the warning display list.Refer to “Other interrupt displays (With igni-tion switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-143.
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Shows the position of the selector lever. Refer to “Selector lever operation” on page 5-63.
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Shows the position of the gearshift lever. Refer to “Gearshift lever operation” on page5-71.
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Shows the temperature outside the vehicle.
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The operation status of the Twin Clutch SST control mode is displayed. Refer to “Twin Clutch SST control mode” on page 5-76.
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The operation status of the ACD control mode is displayed.
NOTE
Warning display screens with a “ ” or “ ” mark displayed in the upper right of the screen can be switched. If you want to switch the display, press the multi-information meter switch as follows. “ ”: Press lightly. “ ”: Press for about 2 seconds or more.
Redisplay of a warning display screen Type 1 Type 2
Other interrupt displays Selector lever position display screen {continuously variable transmission (CVT)} Gearshift lever position display screen (Twin Clutch SST)
Outside temperature display screen
NOTE
The display setting can be changed to the preferred units (°F or °C).Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126. Depending on factors such as the driving conditions, the displayed temperature mayvary from the actual outside temperature.
Twin Clutch SST control mode display screen (Twin Clutch SST) ACD control mode display screen
(if so equipped)
Multi-information display
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Refer to “ACD control mode” on page 5-83.
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This indicator will be displayed when fuel- efficient driving is achieved.
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Shows the amount of fuel remaining.
The arrow (A) indicates that the fuel tank filler door is located on the left side of thevehicle. (Refer to “Filling the fuel tank” on page 3-4.) When the fuel level runs low, the information screen changes to the interrupt display of the fuel remaining warning display and the mark(B) on the fuel remaining display flashes slowly. If this warning display appears, refuel as soon as possible.
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Displays the approximate time until the nextrecommended periodic inspection. “---” isdisplayed when the inspection time has arrived.
ECO mode indicator
(if so
equipped)Fuel remaining display screen
CAUTION Running out of gas could damage the cata- lytic converter. If the warning display appears, refuel as soon as possible.
Type 1 Type 2
NOTE
It may take several seconds to stabilize the display after refilling the tank. If fuel is added with the ignition switch in the “ON” position, the remaining fuel dis-play may indicate an incorrect fuel level.
Fuel tank filler door mark Fuel remaining warning display
NOTE
On hills or curves, the display may be incor- rect due to the movement of fuel in the tank.
Service reminder
NOTE
Except for vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, shows the time until the periodic inspection every 6 months (7,500 miles or 12,000 km).Type 1 Type 2
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1. Park your vehicle in a safe place. Fully apply the parking brake and move the shift lever into the “N” position (man-ual transaxle), the selector lever {continu- ously variable transmission (CVT)} or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) into the“P” position.2. When you lightly press the multi-informa- tion meter switch, the information screen changes to the function setting screen.Refer to “Information screen (With igni- tion switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-118.
3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for about 2 seconds or more) to switch from the setting modescreen to the menu screen.
4. Select the item to change on the menu screen and change to the desired setting. For further details on the operation meth- ods, refer to the following sections. Refer to “Changing the reset mode for average fuel consumption and average speed” on page 5-127.Refer to “Changing the fuel consumption display unit” on page 5-127. Refer to “Changing the temperature unit”on page 5-128. Refer to “Changing the display language” on page 5-129.Refer to “Operation sound setting” on page 5-129. Refer to “Changing the amount of timeuntil “REST REMINDER” is displayed” on page 5-130. Refer to “Changing the turn signal sound”on page 5-131. Refer to “Changing the momentary fuel consumption display (Type 2)” on page5-131. Refer to “Returning to the factory set- tings” on page 5-132.
Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)
Type 1 Type 2
CAUTION For safety, stop the vehicle before operating. While driving, even if you operate the multi- information meter switch, the function set- ting screen is not displayed.NOTE
To return the menu screen to the function set- ting screen, press and hold the multi-infor-mation meter switch (for about 2 seconds or more).Type 1 Type 2
If no operations are made within about 15 seconds of the menu screen being displayed, the display returns to the function setting screen.NOTE