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1273-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
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CAUTION
■Head restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
● Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
● After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure
they are locked in position.
● Do not drive with the head restraints removed. 
     
        
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1554-1. Before driving
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Driving
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CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the trunk
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly,
may block the driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or
passengers, possibly causing an accident.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment.
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle
weight rating. 
●Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less
than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper
loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control which
may cause death or serious injury. 
     
        
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2204-5. Using the driving support systems
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◆Pre-collision seat belts (front seats only)
If the pre-collision sensor detects  that a collision is unavoidable, the
pre-collision system will  retract the seat belt before the collision
occurs.
The same will happen if the driv er makes an emergency braking or
loses control of the vehicle. ( P. 29)
However, when the VSC system  is disabled, the system will not
operate in the event of skidding.
◆Pre-collision brake assist
When there is a high po ssibility of a frontal collision, the system
applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake
pedal is depressed.
◆Pre-collision braking
When there is a high po ssibility of a frontal collision, the system
warns the driver using a warning light, warning display and buzzer.
If the system determines that a collision is unavoidable, the brakes
are automatically applied to  reduce the collision speed.
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
: If equipped
When the radar sensor detects pos sibility of a frontal collision,
the pre-collision system such as the brakes and seat belts are
automatically engaged to lessen impact as well as vehicle dam-
age.
The pre-collision system can be tu rned on and off as necessary by
operating the switch. ( P. 221) 
     
        
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2445-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Using automatic operation
Touch .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed
are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Touch   (driver’s side) to incr ease the temperature and touch
 (driver’s side) to decrease the temperature.
The temperature for the driver’s, front passenger’s and rear seats (vehi-
cles with a rear control switch) can be adjusted separately when: 
•  is pressed (the “SYNC” display disappears).
• The front passenger's side temperature control switch is touched (the front passenger’s side temperature setting is
shown).
• Vehicles with a rear control switch:   is pressed ( indicator is on and the rear passenger's temperature setting is
shown).
• Vehicles with a rear control switch:   is turned ( indicator is on and the rear passenger’s temperature setting is
shown).
The air conditioning system switches between individual and synchro-
nized modes each time   is touched.
Vehicles with a rear control switch: The rear passenger’s temperature
setting switches between individual and synchronized modes each time
 is pressed.
Using the automatic  air conditioning system
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2465-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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To adjust the temperature setti ng, touch   (driver’s side) to
increase the temperature and touch   (driver’s side) to decrease
the temperature.
The temperature for the driver’s, front passenger’s and rear seats (vehi-
cles with a rear control switch) can be adjusted separately when: 
•  is pressed (the “SYNC” display disappears).
• The front passenger's side temperature control switch is touched (the front passenger’s side temperature setting is shown).
• Vehicles with a rear control switch:   is pressed ( indicator is on and the rear passenger’s temperature setting is
shown).
• Vehicles with a rear control switch:   is turned (  indi- cator is on and the rear passenger’s temperature setting is
shown).
The air conditioning system switches between individual and synchronized
modes each time   is touched.
Vehicles with a rear control switch: The rear passenger’s temperature set-
ting switches between individual and synchronized modes each time
 is pressed.
To change the air outlets, press  .
The air outlets used are switched each time   is pressed. 
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Changing the rear seat temperature settings (vehicles with a
rear control switch)
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2745-4. Other interior features
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Front seats
Vehicles with ventilator
Press the knob to release it,
and turn the knob to the
desired temperature setting.
OFF
Press the knob to lock it when
not in use.
Ventilation
Heat
Vehicles without ventilator
Press the knob to release it, and
turn the knob to the desired tem-
perature setting.
The further you turn the knob
clockwise, the warmer the seat
temperature becomes. Turn the
knob counterclockwise all the way
to turn the system off. 
Press the knob again to lock it
when not in use.
Seat heaters/seat ventilators
: If equipped
The seat heaters warm the seats and the seat ventilators main-
tain good airflow by blowing air through the seats.
Seat heaters/ventilators
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2755-4. Other interior features
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Interior features
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Rear seats
ON/OFF
The indicator illuminates when
the seat heater is turned on. 
■
The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ Automatic operation of the seat  ventilator for the passenger's seat
When a passenger leaves the passenger seat while the seat ventilation turns
on, the seat ventilator automatically turns off. If the passenger returns to the
seat, it automatically turns on again.
■ Operation display illumination (if equipped) 
Illuminates when the ventilator is
operating.
Illuminates when the front seat heater
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3086-1. Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco- hol
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ Cleaning the inside  of the rear window
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth
dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the
window in strokes running parall el to the heater wires or antenna.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.