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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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Gauges and DisplaysGaugesGauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators. 
They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON 
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Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.■
Speedometer
■
Tachometer
■
Fuel Gauge
■
Temperature Gauge
1 Fuel GaugeNOTICEYou should refuel when the reading approaches  .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, 
damaging the catalytic converter.
The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from 
the fuel gauge reading.
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1 Temperature GaugeNOTICEDriving with the temperature gauge pointer in the 
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull 
safely to the side of the road and allow engine 
temperature to return to normal.
2 Overheating  P. 556 

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Shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).■Adjusting the outside temperature indicator
Adjust the temperature reading up to ± 5°F or ± 3°C if the temperature reading 
seems incorrect.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON 
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2. Press and hold the   (Select/Reset) knob for 10 seconds or more while the 
outside temperature is shown on the information display.
u The information display goes into temperature adjustment mode. The display 
starts showing from -5°F to +5°F (U.S.) or -3°C to +3°C (Canada).
3. Release the   knob when the right adjustment amount is shown.
u The adjustment is complete.
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is 
estimated from the fuel economy of your previous trips.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.■
Outside Temperature
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Range
1 Outside Temperature
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The temperature sensor is in the front bumper.
Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can 
affect the temperature reading when your vehicle 
speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h).
It may take several mi nutes for the display to be 
updated after the temperature reading has stabilized.
* Not available on all models 

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 106
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 108Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*.................................... 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Inside ............................................. 116
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 118
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 119
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 120
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 124
Security System Alarm ...................... 124Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 127
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*.. 130
Operating the Switches Around the  Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 131
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 132
Ignition Switch and Power Mode 
Comparison ................................... 135
Turn Signals ..................................... 136
Light Switches.................................. 136
Fog Lights
*...................................... 138
Daytime Running Lights ................... 139
Wipers and Washers ........................ 140
Brightness Control ........................... 141
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* 
Button ........................................... 142 Driving Position Memory System
*.... 143
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 145
Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 146
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 147
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 148
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience  Items ................................................ 156
Heating and Cooling
*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C.......... 166
Climate Control System
*
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 169
Synchronized Mode ......................... 171
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 172
* Not available on all models 

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ClockAdjusting the ClockYou can adjust the time in the clock display with the ignition switch is in ON 
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■Using the Settings menu on the audio /information screen
1. Press the SETTINGS  button.
1. Press and hold the  DISP button.
2. Rotate  to select  System Settings, then 
press .
u Repeat the procedure to select  Clock, 
then  Clock Adjustment .
3. Rotate   to change hour, then press  .
4. Rotate   to change minute, then press  .*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.■
Adjusting the Time
1 Adjusting the Clock
The clock is automatically updated through the 
navigation system, so the time does not need to be 
adjusted.
These indications are used to show how to operate 
the selector knob.
Rotate  to select.
Press   to enter.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12 
hour clock or 24 hour clock.
2 Customized Features  P. 298
You can turn the clock display on and off. 2 Customized Features  P. 298Models with navigation systemModels without navigation system
Models without navigation system
Models with one displayModels with two displaysAll models 

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it.■Locking the driver's door
Push the lock tab forward 
a or push the 
master door lock switch in the lock direction 
b, and close the door.■Locking the passenger's doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
■Lockout preventi on system
The doors cannot be locked when the key  is in the ignition switch
*1, or the smart entry 
remote is inside the vehicle.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.■
Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all the 
other doors lock at the same time. When unlocking, 
the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the key a second 
time within a few seconds to unlock the remaining 
doors.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2 Customized Features  P. 97, 298
Lock
Unlock
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Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors 
lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before 
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in 
the vehicle. 

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Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from 
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic 
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch or 
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio  waves near the ignition switch or the 
ENGINE START/STOP  button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another ve hicle's immobilizer system near the ignition 
switch.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly 
opened. The alarm does not go off if th e trunk or doors are opened with the key, 
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is op ened with the key, then the shift 
lever is moved out of 
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opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON 
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■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter, or smart entry system. The system, 
along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in 
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle. 
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you 
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two 
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets  when the following conditions have 
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK 
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ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked from outside with the key, the remote transmitter, or smart 
entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the 
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote 
transmitter, smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON 
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security system indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone 
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can 
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with th e trunk release or the 
emergency trunk opener.•Opening the hood with the hood release.•Moving the shift lever out of 
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If the battery goes dead  after you have set the 
security system alarm, the  security alarm may go off 
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another 
device to it.
Automatic transmission/CVT models