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Emissions TestingTesting of Readiness CodesYour vehicle has “Readiness Codes,” as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some States use these codes as a test to see if your vehicle's emissions components
are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testing is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, without starting the
engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are
not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for six hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40 °F and 95 °F (4 °C and 35 °C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
(P
(continuously variable transmission) or
(N
(manual
transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about
three minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again only after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility dete rmines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing faci lity determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.

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433Index
Index
Numbers7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 309
Operation ............................................... 310AABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 328
Accessories and Modifications ................ 336
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 150
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 355
Engine Oil ............................................... 348
Washer ................................................... 359
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 144
Clock ...................................................... 100
Front Seats.............................................. 137
Head Restraints ....................................... 139
Mirrors.................................................... 135
Rear Seats ............................................... 143
Steering Wheel ....................................... 134
Temperature ............................................. 86
Air Conditioning Sys tem (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 155
Changing the Mode................................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 156
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 384
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 156
Sensor .................................................... 157
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 155 Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System) ...................................... 152
Cooling ................................................... 154
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 154
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 384
Heating ................................................... 153
Air Pressure ............................... 373, 421, 423
Airbags ........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision ......................................... 40
Airbag Care ............................................... 49
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator .............................................. 47, 70
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 48
Sensors ...................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 46
AM/FM Radio .................................... 168, 191
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 328
Indicator .................................................... 69
Armrest ..................................................... 144
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 164
Audio System ............................................ 160
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 167, 189
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 162
Error Messages ........................................ 211
General Information ................................ 217
Internet Radio .................................. 177, 200
iPod ......................................................... 197 MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 179, 202, 207
Reactivating ............................................ 163
Recommended CDs ................................. 217
Recommended Devices............................ 219
Remote Controls ..................................... 164
Security Code .......................................... 163
Theft Protection ...................................... 163
USB Adapter Cable.......................... 161, 162
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 219
USB/HDMI
® Port ...................................... 161
Authorized Manuals ................................ 431
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 112
Customize ................................................. 94
Automatic Lighting .................................. 128
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 162
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 85
Average Speed ........................................... 85
BBattery...................................................... 381
Charging System Indicator................. 67, 409
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 381
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 382
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 30
Beverage Holders ..................................... 149
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 182, 205
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® ............. 233, 264
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 61

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Display Button.......................................... 185
Display/Information Button ...................... 83
Door Mirrors ............................................. 135
Doors ........................................................ 102
Auto Door Locking.................................. 112
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 112
Door Open Indicator ........................... 29, 71
Keys........................................................ 102
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 105
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 109
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 375
Driving ...................................................... 291
Braking ................................................... 326
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 304
Cruise Control ........................................ 315
Shifting Gear .......................................... 311
Shifting Position .............................. 305, 307
Starting the Engine ......................... 298, 300
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 384EEco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 314
Elapsed Time .............................................. 85
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 72, 411
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 318Emergency Engine Stop
........................... 402
Emergency Towing ................................... 417
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 115
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 427
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 355
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Oil ........................................................... 348
Starting ........................................... 298, 300
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 122
Engine Coolant ......................................... 355
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 356
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 355
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 70
Overheating ............................................ 407
Engine Oil ................................................. 348
Adding .................................................... 351
Checking ................................................. 349
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 341
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 67, 409
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 348
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 123
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 62
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 136
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 387
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 135
FFeatures..................................................... 159 Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 384
Oil ........................................................... 352
Flat Tire ..................................................... 393
Floor Mats ................................................. 386
Fluids Brake/Clutch ........................................... 358
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 357
Engine Coolant ....................................... 355
Manual Transmission ............................... 357
Windshield Washer ................................. 359
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 73
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 143
Foot Brake ................................................ 327
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 40
Front Seats ................................................ 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Fuel ...................................................... 19, 332
Economy ................................................. 335
Gauge ....................................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 81, 86
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Range ....................................................... 85
Recommendation .................................... 332
Refueling................................................. 332
Fuel Economy ........................................... 335
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 334
Message.................................................. 410
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 333
Fuses .......................................................... 413
Inspecting and Changing......................... 416

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Remote Transmitter ................................. 382
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 360
Safety ...................................................... 339
Service Items............................................ 343
Tires ........................................................ 372
Transmission Fluid.................................... 357
Under the Hood....................................... 345
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 410
Manual Transmission ................................ 311
Map Lights ................................................ 146
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 295
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 81
Mirrors ....................................................... 135
Adjusting ................................................. 135
Door ........................................................ 135
Exterior .................................................... 135
Interior Rearview...................................... 135
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 336
Moonroof .................................................. 121
MP3 ............................ 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Multi-Information Display .......................... 83NNumbers (Identification).......................... 424OOdometer.................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 348
Adding .................................................... 351 Checking................................................. 349
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 341
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 67, 409
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 348
Viscosity .................................................. 348
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 347
Moonroof ............................................... 121
Power Windows ...................................... 119
Trunk ...................................................... 113
Outside Temperature Display .................... 86
Overheating .............................................. 407
PPaddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 309
Pandora® ........................................... 178, 201
Panic Mode ............................................... 118
Parking ...................................................... 330
Parking Brake ........................................... 326
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................................. 66, 411
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 48
Passing Indicators ..................................... 127
Power Windows ....................................... 119
Precautions While Driving ....................... 303
Rain ........................................................ 303
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 393
RRadiator.................................................... 356
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 168, 191
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 170, 192
Range .......................................................... 85
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 170, 192
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 427
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 133
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 142
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 143
Rearview Camera ..................................... 331
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 135
Refueling .................................................. 332
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 81
Gasoline ................................. 332, 420, 422
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 69
Regulations .............................. 324, 375, 425
Remote Transmitter ................................. 105
Replacement Battery .................................................... 382
Bulbs ...................................................... 360
Fuses .............................................. 413, 414
Tires........................................................ 378
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 370
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 426
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 84SSafe Driving................................................ 25

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Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels .............................................. 63
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 32
Checking .................................................. 36
Fastening .................................................. 33
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 57
Pregnant Women...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 31
Warning Indicator ............................... 31, 69
Seat Heaters ............................................. 151
Seats .......................................................... 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Front Seats.............................................. 137
Rear Seats ............................................... 143
Seat Heaters ........................................... 151
Security System ........................................ 116
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 74
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 74
SEL/RESET Knob .......................................... 83
Select Lever ........................ 18, 305, 307, 311
Operation ......................... 18, 306, 308, 311
Releasing ................................................ 406
Won’t Move ........................................... 406
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 166
Shift Lever .......................... 18, 305, 307, 311
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................... 68
Shift Position Indicator .................... 306, 308 Shifting (Transmission)
............. 305, 307, 311
Side Airbags ................................................ 44
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 46
Smart Entry System Indicator ..................... 74
Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 107
SMS Text Message ............ 245, 259, 274, 283
Snow Tires ................................................. 380
Spare Tire .................................. 393, 421, 423
Spark Plugs ........................................ 420, 422
Specifications ............................................ 420
Specified Fuel ............................ 332, 420, 422
Speedometer .............................................. 81
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 40
Starting the Engine .......................... 298, 300
Does Not Start ......................................... 400
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 122
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Steering Wheel ......................................... 134
Adjusting ................................................. 134
Stopping .................................................... 330
Summer Tires ............................................ 380
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 40
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 122
System Message Indicator .......................... 73
TTachometer................................................. 81 Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 70
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 86
Temperature Sensor ................................... 86
Text Message .................................... 245, 259
Time (Setting) ........................................... 100
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 322
Indicator............................................ 72, 412
Tires ........................................................... 372
Air Pressure ............................. 373, 421, 423
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 372
Inspection ............................................... 372
Labeling .................................................. 373
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 393
Regulations ............................................. 375
Rotation .................................................. 379
Spare Tire ................................ 393, 421, 423
Summer .................................................. 380
Tire Chains .............................................. 380
Wear Indicators ....................................... 377
Winter..................................................... 380
Tools .......................................................... 392
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 297
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 297
Emergency .............................................. 417
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 322
Indicator............................................ 72, 412

440Index
Transmission.............................. 305, 307, 311
Continuously Variable
Transmission .................................. 305, 307
Fluid ........................................................ 357
Manual .................................................... 311
Shift Lever Position Indicator ...... 68, 306, 308
Trip Meter ................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ....................................... 391
Blown Fuse ...................................... 413, 414
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 22
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 23
Emergency Towing .................................. 417
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 400
Noise When Braking .................................. 23
Overheating............................................. 407
Premium Gasoline............................ 332, 422
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 393
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 406
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Trunk ......................................................... 113
Lid ........................................................... 113
Light Bulb ........................................ 420, 422
Turn Signals ............................................... 127
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 73UUnlocking the Doors ................................. 105
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ........ 13
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 160, 162 USB Flash Drives
....................................... 219
USB/HDMI® Port................................ 160, 161
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 107
VValet Key ................................................... 103
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 424
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 318
Off Button............................................... 319
Off Indicator.............................................. 71
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 348, 421, 423
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 318WWallpaper........................................... 95, 187
Warning and Information Messages ......... 76
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 409
Warning Labels ........................................... 63
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 429
Watts ................................................. 420, 422
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 377
Wheel Cover ............................................. 397
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 396
Window Washers ..................................... 131
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 359 Switch .................................................... 131
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 119
Windshield ............................................... 131
Cleaning ................................................. 388
Defrosting/Defogging ..................... 154, 156
Washer Fluid ........................................... 359
Wiper Blades........................................... 370
Wipers and Washers ............................... 131
Winter Tires .............................................. 380
Snow Tires .............................................. 380
Tire Chains.............................................. 380
Wipers and Washers ................................ 131
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 370
WMA ......................... 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Worn Tires ................................................ 372