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“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked and
the key can be removed. (vehicles
with a Multidrive: The key can be
removed only when the shift lever
is in P.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can be
used.
“START”
For starting the engine.
Changing the engine switch positions
1
2
3
4
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Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake
pedal (Multidrive and multi-mode manual transmission) or clutch
pedal (manual transmission) released. (The mode changes each time
the switch is pressed.)
Vehicles without a multi-information display
Off
*
The emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
The smart entry & start system
indicator light (green) flashes
slowly.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
The smart entry & start system
indicator light (green) flashes
slowly.
*: If the shift lever is in a position
other than P when turning off the
engine, the engine switch will be
turned to ACCESSORY mode, not
to off. (Multidrive)
Changing engine switch modes
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Vehicles with a multi-information display
Off
*
The emergency flashers can be
used.
The multi-information display will
not be displayed.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
*: If the shift lever is in a position
other than P when turning off the
engine, the engine switch will be
turned to ACCESSORY mode, not
to off. (Multidrive)
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Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Off
The emergency flashers can be
used.
The multi-information display will
not be displayed.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
Changing power switch modes
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Automatic engine start function
In the following situations, the engine may start even without the clutch pedal
being depressed.
• The brake pedal is pumped or strongly depressed.
• Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system: The air conditioning
system is being used or turned on.
• Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system only: The windshield
defogger is turned on.
• The 12-volt battery is not sufficiently charged.
• The vehicle starts to roll on an incline.
• A large amount of electricity is being used.
• The driver’s door is opened.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
Automatic reactivation of the Stop & Start system
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Even if the Stop & Start system
is disabled by the Stop & Start cancel switch, it will be automatically re-
enabled once the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position then to the
“START” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Even if the Stop & Start system is
disabled by the Stop & Start cancel switch, it will be automatically re-enabled
once the engine switch is turned off then the engine is started.
The Stop & Start system protection feature
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: When an excessively loud
sound is being projected by the audio system, the audio system may be auto-
matically cut off in order to maintain power for the Stop & Start system func-
tion.
If this occurs, turning the engine switch to the “LOCK” position then to the
“ACC” or “ON” position re-enables the audio system.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: When an excessively loud sound
is being projected by the audio system, the audio system may be automati-
cally cut off in order to maintain power for the Stop & Start system function.
If this occurs, turning the engine switch off then to ACCESSORY mode or
IGNITION ON mode re-enables the audio system.
Steering wheel operation
When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the steering wheel
may become heavier than when driving.
Hood
If the hood is opened while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system,
the engine cannot be restarted by the Stop & Start system or by the automatic
engine start function. Restart the engine with the engine switch operation.
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system and defogger
Heater system ................... 392
Automatic air conditioning
system (without dual
operation) ........................ 397
Automatic air conditioning
system (with dual
operation) ........................ 406
Power heater ..................... 414
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers .............. 416
5-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ........... 418
Using the radio .................. 420
Using the CD player .......... 424
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs....................... 429
Operating an iPod.............. 435
Operating a USB
memory............................ 444
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................. 451
Using the AUX port ............ 453
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................. 4545-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 457
• Interior lights .................. 458
• Vanity lights ................... 458
• Personal lights ............... 459
5-4. Using the storage
features
List of storage features ...... 461
• Glove box ...................... 462
• Console box .................. 462
• Bottle holders ................ 463
• Cup holders ................... 464
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 465
Luggage compartment
features............................ 467
5-5. Other interior features
Sun visors and vanity
mirrors ............................. 474
Clock .................................. 475
Outside temperature
display ............................. 476
Portable ashtray................. 478
Power outlets ..................... 479
Seat heaters ...................... 481
Armrest .............................. 484
Coat hooks......................... 485
Assist grips ........................ 486
Panoramic roof shade........ 487
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CD player with changer controller and AM/FM radio
Audio system types
: If equipped
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Using the radioP. 420
Using the CD playerP. 424
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 429
Operating an iPodP. 435
Operating a USB memoryP. 444
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 451
Using the AUX portP. 453
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 454
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Vehicles with a navigation/multimedia system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation/multimedia system
should refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s man-
ual”.
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.
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge (except hybrid model)
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary when the engine is
stopped.
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge (hybrid model)
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary when the hybrid
system is off.
To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.