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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Daytime 
Running Lights 
Indicator
*
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you turn the igniti on switch to ON 
(w, then goes off.●Comes on if there is a problem with 
the DRL system.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 127
System Message 
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you turn the igniti on switch to ON 
(w, then goes off.●Comes on along with a beep when a 
problem is detected. A system 
message on the multi-information 
display appears at the same time.
●While the indicator is on, press the   / 
 (information) button to see the 
message again.
●Refer to the Indicators  information in this 
chapter when a syst em message appears 
on the multi-information display. Take 
the appropriate action for the message.
●The multi-information display does not return 
to the normal screen unless the warning is 
canceled, or the   /   (information) 
button is pressed.
—
A/T Temperature 
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you turn the igniti on switch to ON 
(w, then goes off.●Comes on when the transmission 
fluid temperature is too high.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe 
place, shift to 
(P, and idle the engine 
until the indicator goes off.
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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Turn Signal 
Indicators
●The turn signal indi cators blink when 
you operate the turn signal lever.
●If you press the hazard warning 
button, both indica tors and all turn 
signals blink at the same time.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly  - A 
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change 
the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs  P. 404, 405, 
406
—
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 while the lights are on, a chime 
sounds when the driver's door is opened.
—
Fog Light 
Indicator*
●Comes on when the fog lights are on.——
Side Airbag Off 
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you turn the igniti on switch to ON 
(w, then goes off.●Comes on when the passenger side 
airbag system is automatically shut 
off.
●It does not mean there is a problem with 
your side airbags.
●Comes on when nobody is sitting in 
the passenger seat  - Have the vehicle 
checked by a dealer.
●Comes on when some one is sitting in 
the seat - Have the passenger sit 
properly.
U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages*
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages*
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the   /   (information) button to see the message agai n 
with the system me ssage indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not 
installed.
2Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message  P. 451
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due 
soon.
●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW  and SERVICE 
PAST DUE  follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display  P. 386
●Appears when you open the driver's door while the 
ignition key is in LOCK 
(0.
●Remove the key from the ignition switch.
●Appears when the engine  coolant temperature gets 
abnormally high.
2 Overheating  P. 448
●Appears when the daytime running lights are off.
2Daytime Running Lights  P. 127
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uuGauges and Displays uMulti-Information Display*
Instrument Panel
■List of customizable options
*: Default Setting
Setup Group Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable Settings
METER 
SETUP
LANGUAGE SELECTIONChanges the displayed language.ENGLISH*/FRENCH /SPANISH
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. 
DISPLAYAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.-5°F  ~ ±0°F* ~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C  ~ ±0°C* ~ +3°C  (Canada)
TRIP A INFO RESET
Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A, 
average fuel economy A,  average speed A, and 
elapsed time A.with REFUEL /
MANUAL ONLY*/ IGN OFF
POSITION 
SETUP MEMORY POSITION LINK
Changes the driver's seat
 and the outside mirror 
positions to a stored setting. ON
*/
OFF
LIGHTING 
SETUP
INTERIOR LIGHT 
DIMMING TIMEChanges the length of time the interior lights stay on 
after you close the doors.60 sec/ 30 sec*/15 sec
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF 
TIMERChanges the length of time  the exterior lights stay 
on after you close the driver's door.60 sec/ 30 sec/15 sec*/0 sec
AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITYChanges the timing for the headlights to come on.MAX /HIGH /MID*/ LOW /MIN 
         
        
        
     
        
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Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Not available on all models
*2: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
DOOR/
WINDOW 
SETUP AUTO DOOR LOCK
Changes the setting for 
the automatic locking 
feature. SHIFT FROM
 
(P/WITH VEH 
SPEED*2/ OFF
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Changes the setting for 
when the doors unlock 
automatically. SHIFT TO
 
(P *2/IGN OFF /OFF
DRIVER DOOR
*2/ ALL DOORS
KEY AND REMOTE 
UNLOCK MODE Sets up either the driver's door or all doors to unlock 
on the first push of the remote transmitter.
DRIVER DOOR
*2/
ALL DOOR
KEYLESS LOCK 
ACKNOWLEDGMENT LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior
 lights flash. LOCK (2nd 
push)- The beeper sounds. ON
*2/
OFF
SECURITY RELOCK TIMER Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and 
the security system to set after you unlock the 
vehicle without op
ening any door. 90 sec
/60 sec/ 30 sec
*2
PTG KEYLESS OPEN 
MODE*1Changes the keyless setting  for when the power 
tailgate opens. ANYTIME*2 / WHEN 
UNLOCKED
DEFAULT 
ALLCancels/Resets all the customized settings as 
default.CANCEL*2/ SET 
         
        
        
     
        
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 98
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the  Inside ............................................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 104
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 105
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 110
Security System ................................ 118
Immobilizer System .......................... 118
Security System Alarm
*.................... 118Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 120
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 123Operating the Switches Around the 
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch ................................. 124
Turn Signals ..................................... 125
Light Switches.................................. 125
Fog Lights
*...................................... 127
Daytime Running Lights ................... 127
Wipers and Washers ........................ 128
Brightness Control ........................... 130
Rear Defogger/Heat ed Door Mirror
* 
Button ........................................... 131
Driving Position Memory System
*.... 132
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 134 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 135
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 135
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 136
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 137
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 137
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience  Items ................................................ 150
Interior Lights .................................. 150
Interior Convenience Items .............. 152
Climate Control System ................... 165
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 170
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Continued
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash, all the doors 
and tailgate lock, and the security system 
sets.
Twice (within five se conds after the first 
push): u A beeper sounds and verifies the security 
system is set.
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash twice, and the 
driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
u The remaining doors and tailgate unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of 
unlocking the vehicle with  the remote transmitter, 
the doors will auto matically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features  P. 90
If the interior light switch is in the door activated 
position, the interior light s come on when you press 
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The li ghts fade out after 30 
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off 
immediately. 2 Interior Lights  P. 150
The remote transmitter us es low-power signals, so 
the operating range may vary depending on the 
surroundings.
The remote will not lock th e vehicle when a door or 
the tailgate is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is 
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a 
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery  P. 424
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features  P. 90
Models with multi-information display
Models with multi-information display
LED
Unlock 
Button Lock 
Button 
         
        
        
     
        
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114
Controls
To open or close the pow er tailgate, press the 
tailgate button in the driver's door for about 
one second. The beeper sounds and some 
exterior lights flash.
To reverse direction while the power tailgate is 
in operation, press the button again. The 
beeper sounds three times and the tailgate 
reverses direction.
Press the button on the tailgate to close the 
power tailgate.
If you press the button again while the power 
tailgate is closing, it stops and reverses 
direction.
■Power Tailgate Button
Power 
Tailgate 
Button
■Power Tailgate Close Button1 Power Tailgate Close Button
If you push the power tailga te close button while the 
tailgate is automaticall y opening or closing, the 
power tailgate ope ration stops. Use caution if the 
tailgate stops in the middle  of either operation. It may 
suddenly swing up or down.
Power 
Tailgate 
Close 
Button