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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Wa rning and Information Messages
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Continued
Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on
the battery.●Appears when the battery is not charging.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Checking the Battery P. 532
●Appears along with the battery charging system
indicator - Turn off the climate control system and rear
defogger to reduce el ectricity consumption.
2If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 558
●Appears when 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.
●Appears for about three seconds when ACC has
been automatically canceled.
●You can resume the set speed after the condition that
caused ACC to cancel improves. Press the RES/+
button.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
* P. 448
●Flashes when the system senses a likely collision with
a vehicle in front of you.
●Take appropriate action to prevent a collision (apply the
brakes, change lanes, etc.).
2Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
* P. 448
2 Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* P. 456
●Appears when your vehicle is too close to the traffic
lane lines. The beeper sounds.
●Take appropriate action to keep your vehicle within the
lane lines.
2Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
* P. 460
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
*
Controls
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*
*1 : Except U.S. automatic transmission/CVT models■
Changing the Power Mode
1ENGINE START/STOP Button
*
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the smart entry
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the smart entry remote is
close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is off, if the engine is running.
If the smart entry remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the multi-infor mation
display
*.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 550
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating Range
Automatic Transmission/CVT Manual Transmission
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The steering wheel is locked
*1.
The power to all electrical
components is turned off.
Press the button without the shift
lever in
( P.
Shift to ( P then press the button. Press the button.Without pressing
the clutch pedal
Without pressing
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks
(from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be
used.
Indicator
Indicator
Shift to
(
P.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDaytime Running Lights
Controls
Daytime Running LightsThe high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following
conditions have been met:
The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in ON
(w
*1.
• The headlight switch is off, or in .
• The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition switch
or setting the power mode to VEHICLE OFF will turn off the daytime running lights.
The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight
switch is turned on.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.Models with bulb type parking lightsModels with LED type parking/daytime running lightsModels with bulb type parking lights

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System
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144Controls
1. Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the
driver’s seat to the desired position.
2. Press the SET button.
u You will hear a beep, and the memory
button indicator light will blink.
3. Press and hold memory button
(1
or
(2

within five seconds of pressing the SET
button.
u Once the seat position has been
memorized, the indicator light on the
button you pressed stays on.
1. Move the shift lever to
(P
.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button ((1
or
(2
).
u You will hear a beep, and the indicator
light will blink.
The seat will automatically move to the
memorized position. When it has finished
moving, you will hear a beep, and the
indicator light stays on.
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Storing a Position in Memory
1 Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when: •You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.•You readjust the seat position before the double-
beep.•You set the power mode to any position except
ON.
Memory
Button 1Memory
Button 2
SET Button
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Recalling the Stored Position
1 Recalling the Stored Position
The seat will stop moving if you: •Press the SET button, or a memory button (
(1 or
(2).
•Adjust the seat position.•Shift into any position except
( P.
•Release the parking brake.Automatic transmission/CVT modelsManual transmission models
Memory
Button 1Memory
Button 2
Automatic transmission/CVT modelsAll models

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uuAdjusting the Seats uRear Seats
Controls
Rear Seats
1. Remove the center shoulder belt from the
guide.
2. Pull the release lever in the trunk to release
the lock.
3. Fold the seat-back down.
If the rear head restraints get caught on the
front seat-backs, remove the head restraints.2 Removing and Reinstalling the Head
Restraints P. 152
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Folding Down the Rear Seat
1Folding Down the Rear Seat
The rear seat-back can be folded down to
accommodate bulkier items in the trunk.
Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the
trunk lid open. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64
To lock a seat-back upright, push it backwards until it
locks.
When returning the seat-back to its original position,
push it firmly back. Also, make sure all rear shoulder
belts are positioned in front of the seat-back, and the
center shoulder belt is re-positioned in the guide.
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the front passenger seat, as this can cause the
weight sensors in the front passenger seat to work
improperly. 2 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator P. 50
Make sure all items in the trunk or items
extending through the opening into the rear
seat is properly secured. Loose items can fly
forward if you have to brake hard.
The front seat(s) must be far enough forward so they
do not interfere with the rear seats as they fold
down.
Guide
Center
Shoulder Belt
Release
Lever

298Features
Customized FeaturesUse the audio/information screen to customize certain features.■How to customize
While the vehicle is at a complete stop with the ignition switch in ON
(w
*1, press the
SETTINGS button, rotate to select a setting item, and press .
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Customized Features
When you customize settings:•Make sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop.•Shift to
(P.
•Set the parking brake.Automatic transmission/CVT modelsManual transmission models1 How to customize
To customize other features, rotate , and press .
2 List of customizable options P. 305
Models without navigation systemModels with one display
SETTINGS Button
Audio/Information Screen

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .......................... 416
Maximum Load Limit........................ 419
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 421
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 423
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 424
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 425, 427
Precautions While Driving................. 431
Automatic Transmission/CVT
*.......... 432
Shifting .................... 433, 435, 439, 441
ECON Button ................................... 444 Cruise Control
*............................... 445
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
*....... 448
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*.. 456
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
*..... 460
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 464
LaneWatch
TM*.......................................... 466
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 468
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 470
Braking
Brake System ................................... 472 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 474
Brake Assist System ......................... 475
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 476
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 477
Rearview Camera ............................. 478
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 479
How to Refuel ................................. 480
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy .................. 481
Accessories and Modifications ........ 482
* Not available on all models

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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 419
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 116
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 148
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 151
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 146
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 145
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Interior Checks
1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.