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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 136
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system).......... 147
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart
key system).................... 150
Automatic transmission (vehicles without paddle
shift switches) ................ 157
Automatic transmission (vehicles with paddle
shift switches) ................ 161
Turn signal lever .............. 168
Parking brake ................... 170
Horn ................................. 171
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 172
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 185 2-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 191
Fog light switch ................ 198
Windshield wipers and washer .................... 200
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 205
Driving assist systems ..... 209
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 214
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 224
Vehicle load limits ............ 228
Winter driving tips ............ 229
Trailer towing ................... 233
Dinghy towing .................. 234
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When driving
CAUTION
■
When braking
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause
one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the
parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
● If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other
vehicles closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be
depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase.
Have your brakes fixed immediately.
● Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.
● The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems; if one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will
increase.
Have your brakes fixed immediately.
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque.
● Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci-
dentally depressed.
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Rear view monitor system
Vehicles without a smart key
system: The rear view image is
displayed when the shift position
is in R and the engine switch is in
the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: The rear view image is dis-
played when the shift position is
in R and the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
The rear view monitor system will
be deactivated when the shift
lever is in any position other than
R.
: If equipped
The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying guide
lines and an image of the view behind the vehicle while backing up,
for example while parking.
The screen illustrations used in th is text are intended as examples,
and may differ from the image that is actually displayed on the
screen.
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Interior features
CAUTION
■
When using the rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system is a supplemental device intended to assist
the driver when backing up. When backing up, be sure to check visually
behind and all around the vehicle before proceeding.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries.
● Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when backing up.
The image and the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may
differ from the actual state.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.
● Be sure to back up slowly, depressing the brake pedal to control vehicle
speed.
● The instructions given are only guidelines.
When and how much to turn the steering wheel will vary according to traf-
fic conditions, road surface conditions, vehicle condition, etc. when park-
ing. It is necessary to be fully aware of this before using the rear view
monitor system.
● When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will accommodate
your vehicle before maneuvering into it.
● Do not use the rear view monitor system in the following cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
• When using tire chains or the compact spare tire
• When the trunk lid is not closed completely
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes.
● In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become
faint. The image could distort when the vehicle is moving, or you may
become unable to see the image on the screen. Be sure to check direct
visually and with the mirrors all around the vehicle before proceeding.
● If the tire sizes are changed, the position of the fixed guide lines displayed
on the screen may change.
● The camera uses a special lens. The distances between objects and
pedestrians that appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ
from the actual distances.
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Alphabetical index
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 486
Wattage ................................ 563
Battery Checking .............................. 450
If the vehicle has
discharged battery ............. 539
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 229
Blind Spot Monitor .................. 214
Bottle holders .......................... 379
Brake Fluid...................................... 449
Parking brake ....................... 170
Brake assist ............................. 209
Break-in tips ............................ 137
BSM .......................................... 214 Care
Exterior ..................................420
Interior ...................................423
Seat belts ..............................424
Cargo capacity .........................224
CD player ..................................280
Chains .......................................229
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ........122
Booster seats, installation .....126
Convertible seats, definition .............................122
Convertible seats, installation ...........................126
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 116
Infant seats, definition ...........122
Infant seats, installation.........126
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ...............................127
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................129
Installing CRS with top
tether straps ........................132
Child-protectors .........................57BC