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■Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following cases, the warning message may not be displayed even if
vehicle-to-vehicle distance decreases:
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same
speed or the vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle.
● When the vehicle ahead is traveling at very low speed.
● Immediately after cruise control speed is set.
● At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed.
■ The LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) lane departure warning function (if
equipped)
In the following cases, the warning message will not be displayed even if a
lane line is crossed.
●When the vehicle speed deviates from the operating range of the LKA
system functions
● When the lane lines cannot be recognized
● When the steering wheel is turned as far as necessary to cause the vehi-
cle to change lanes
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CAUTION
■If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the steering will be lost, making the steering wheel heavier
to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid system.
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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 44.1 lbf (196 N,20.0 kgf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.5 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
Steering
Pedal clearance*13.03 in. (77 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 0.24 in. (1.0 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 11 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
APGSAdvanced Parking Guidance System
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECOEconomy/Ecology
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
EVElectric Vehicle
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
GPSGlobal Positioning System
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/MEmission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LKALane-Keeping Assist
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
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Alphabetical index
A/CAutomatic air conditioning
system ................................ 332
ABS ........................................... 301
Active head restraint ............... 101
Air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 332
Remote Air Conditioning System ................................ 348
Steering wheel climate remote control switches ...... 343
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 145
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 150
Airbag warning light............... 505
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions............................ 145
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 150
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 156
General airbag precautions ... 150
Knee airbag ........................... 141
Locations of airbags .............. 141
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 155
Proper driving posture ........... 139
Side airbag operating
conditions............................ 145
Side airbag precautions ........ 150
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions............ 145
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions ......................... 150
SRS airbags .......................... 141
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners. ............... 615 Antenna .................................... 406
Anti-lock brake system ........... 301
Armrest ..................................... 377
Assist grips .............................. 378
Audio input
*............................. 358
Audio remote control switches
*
Audio system*
Audio/video system*
Automatic air conditioning systemAir conditioning system ......... 332
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 332
Remote Air Conditioning
System................................ 348
Steering wheel climate remote control switches ...... 343
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................... 258
Automatic light control
system .................................... 253
AUX port
*................................. 358
Auxiliary box .................... 369, 383
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Eco drive mode switch ........... 207
Electric power steering........... 301
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 553
Replacing battery ................. 464
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ............................... 503
If a warning light turns on ..... 503
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 553
If the hybrid system will not start .................................... 550
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ......................... 555
If you have a flat tire ............ 537
If you lose your keys............. 552
If you think something is wrong ................................. 502
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 567
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ......................... 569
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 495
If your vehicle overheats ...... 561
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 494 Engine
Accessory mode....................197
Compartment ........................428
Hood......................................422
How to start the hybrid system ................................195
Identification number .............574
If the hybrid system will not start .....................................550
Ignition switch........................195
Overheating...........................561
“POWER” switch ...................195
Engine coolant Capacity ................................578
Checking ...............................433
Preparing and checking before winter .......................323
Engine/power control
unit coolantCapacity ................................578
Checking ...............................433
Preparing and checking before winter .......................323
Engine oil Capacity ................................575
Checking ...............................429
Preparing and checking before winter .......................323
Enhanced VSC .........................301
EPS ............................................301
EV drive mode switch ..............202
Event data recorder ...................25E
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Steering wheelAdjustment ............................ 118
Audio switches
*
Storage feature......................... 363
StuckIf your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 567
Sun visors................................. 370
Switch Audio remote control switches
*
Cruise control switch ............. 269
Driving mode selectswitch .................................. 207
Eco drive mode switch .......... 207
Emergency flasher switch ..... 494
EV drive mode switch............ 202
Fog light switch ..................... 259
Hazard light switch ................494
Headlight cleaner switch ....... 268
Ignition switch........................ 195
Light switches........................ 253
Power door lock switch ...........88
“POWER” switch ................... 195
Power window switch ............ 125
Pre-collision braking off switch .................................. 309
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Tire pressure warning reset switch ......................... 448
Ventilation switch .................. 345
Window lock switch ............... 125
Wipers and washer switch .... 261 Tail lights
Switch ................................... 253
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............... 137
Tire inflation pressure ............. 457
Tire information Glossary ................................ 594
Size ....................................... 590
Tire identification number...... 589
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading ............................... 592
Tire pressure warning system ............................ 446, 509
Tires Chains ................................... 325
Checking ............................... 446
If you have a flat tire.............. 537
Inflation pressure .................. 457
Inflation pressure sensor....... 447
Information ............................ 587
Replacing .............................. 537
Rotating tires ......................... 446
Size ....................................... 581
Snow tires ............................. 323
Spare tire .............................. 537
Tire pressure warning system ........................ 446, 509
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