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24Quick Reference Guide
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver's door?
The beeper sounds when:●The key is left in the ignition switch
*.
●The power mode
* is in ACCESSORY.
●The exterior lights are left on.
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uuAirbags uAirbag System Indicators
Safe Driving
■When side curtain airbags de ploy in a frontal collision
One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate-to-severe angled frontal collision.
In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the front airbags.Airbag System IndicatorsIf a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on.
■When the ignition switch is turned to
ON
(w
*1
The indicator comes on for a few seconds,
then goes off. This tells you the system is
working properly.
If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, have the
system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If you don't, your airbags and seat
belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator
1Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator
3
WARNING
Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in
serious injury or death if the airbag systems
or tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as
soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts
you to a possible problem.
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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to
ON
(w
*1, and goes off when the engine starts.
●Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS
system.
●Stays on constantly or does not come on at
all - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On P. 522
Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, then goes off.
●May come on briefly if the ignition switch is
turned to ON
(w
*1 and the vehicle is not moved
within 45 seconds, to indicate the calibration
process is not yet complete.
●Comes on and stays on when:
- One or more tires’ pressures are determined to
be significantly low.
- The system has not been calibrated.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe
place, check tire pressures, and inflate the
tire(s) if necessary.●Stays on after the tires are inflated to the
recommended pressures - The system needs
to be calibrated.
2 TPMS Calibration P. 436
●Blinks for about one minute, and then stays on if
there is a problem with the TPMS, or when a
compact spare tire is temporarily installed.
●Blinks and remains on - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with
a compact spare, get your regular tire repaired
or replaced and put back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
●Blinks when you operate the turn signal lever.●Blink along with all turn signals when you press
the hazard warning button.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn
signal light bulb has blown. Change the bulb
immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 479, 481
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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
High Beam
Indicator
●Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.
—
Lights On
Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light switch is on, or in
AUTO when the exterior lights are on.
●If you remove the key from the ignition switch
*1
while the exterior lights are on, a chime sounds
when the driver's door is opened.
Fog Light
Indicator
*
●Comes on when the fog lights are on.
—
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w
*1, then goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot
recognize the key information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the
ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1, pull the key out,
and then insert the key and turn it to ON
(w
*1
again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.
Security System
Alarm Indicator
●Blinks when the security system alarm has been
set.
2 Security System Alarm P. 103
Indicator
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Starter System
Indicator
*
●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, then goes off.
●Comes on if the starter system has a problem.
●As a temporary measure, press and hold the
ENGINE START/STOP button for up to 15
seconds while pressing the brake pedal and
manually start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
Light Control
Indicator
*
●Comes on if there is a problem with the automatic
lighting control system or low beam headlights
*.
●Comes on while driving - The low beam
headlights may not be on. When conditions
allow you to drive safely, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................... 86
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 88Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*...................................... 90
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................... 96
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ............ 98
Opening and Closing the Trunk ......... 99
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 103
Security System Alarm ...................... 103
Opening and Closing the Windows ... 106Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*...109
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 110
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 111
Ignition Switch and Power Mode
Comparison ................................... 114
Turn Signals ..................................... 115
Light Switches.................................. 115
Fog Lights
*...................................... 117
Daytime Running Lights ................... 118
Wipers and Washers ........................ 119
Brightness Control ........................... 120
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 121 Driving Position Memory System
*.... 122
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 124
Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 125
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 126
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 127
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 135
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 144
Synchronized Mode ......................... 146
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 147
* Not available on all models
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Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the key to start and stop the engine, to
lock and unlock the doors and to open the
trunk. You can also use the remote
transmitter or smart entry system
* to lock and
unlock the doors and to open the trunk.
■Smart entry remote
*
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
sliding the release knob. To reinstall the built-
in key, push the built-in key into the smart
entry remote until it clicks.
■
Master Keys
1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 103
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Master Key
*
Smart Entry
Remote
*
Built-in Key
Release Knob
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash, both doors
lock, and the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push): u The beeper sounds and verifies the
security system is set.
■
Using the Remote Transmitter
1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2 Customized Features P. 274
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 135
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote transmitter will not work when the key is
in the ignition switch.
You can lock or unlock doors using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system only when the
power mode in VEHICLE OFF.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is
open.Models without smart entry systemModels with smart entry systemAll models
LED
Unlock Button
Lock Button