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When trouble arises
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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following pro-
cedure:
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly
depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the
effort required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift position to N.
If the shift position is shifted to N After slowing down, stop the vehi cle in a safe place by the
road.
Stop the hybrid system.
If the shift position cannot be shifted to N Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce
vehicle speed as much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system,
press and hold the “POWER”
switch for 2 consecutive sec-
onds or more, or press it
briefly for 3 times or more in
succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 3
STEP 4
Press and hold for 2 seconds or more, or press briefly for 3 times or more
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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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Vehicle specifications
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Tire related termMeaning
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
12-volt battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity

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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
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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Back door
Back door ............................... 94
Smart key system ... ................ 63
Wireless remote control.......... 86
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 478
Wattage ................................ 582
Battery Checking .............................. 440
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ......................... 555
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 323
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 368
Brake Fluid...................................... 580
Parking brake ....................... 215
Brake assist ............................. 301
Break-in tips ............................ 183
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control ................................ 220 Camera
*
Care
Exterior ..................................404
Interior ...................................407
Seat belts ..............................408
Cargo capacity .........................322
Cargo hooks .............................381
CD player
*
Chains .......................................325
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ........162
Booster seats, installation .....170
Convertible seats, definition .............................162
Convertible seats,
installation ...........................170
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 156
Infant seats, definition ...........162
Infant seats, installation.........170
Installing child restraint system with LATCH anchors ...........168
Installing child restraint system with seat belts .....................170
Installing child restraint system
with top tether strap ............174
BC
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Floor mats................................. 379
FluidBrake ..................................... 580
Washer .................................. 438
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 478
Switch.................................... 259
Wattage ................................. 582
Foot lights................................. 359
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 478
Switch.................................... 259
Wattage ................................. 582
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 156
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light......................... 508
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 100
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ............. 478
Wattage ................................. 582
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 478
Switch.................................... 214
Wattage ................................. 582
Fuel Capacity ................................ 574
Fuel gauge ............................ 217
Information ............................ 583
Refueling ............................... 133
Type ...................................... 583
Fuel door................................... 133
Fuel filler door .......................... 133
Fuses......................................... 466 Garage door opener ................ 387
Gauges...................................... 217
Glove boxes ............................. 364
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
*
Hazard lights Switch ................................... 494
Head restraints Adjustment ........................... 106
Headlight cleaner ..................... 268
Headlights
Cleaner ................................. 268
Replacing light bulbs ............. 478
Switch ................................... 253
Wattage................................. 582
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 332
Seat heaters.......................... 375
Side mirrors........................... 352
Hill-start assist control ............ 306
Hood.......................................... 422
Hooks Cargo .................................... 381
Horn .......................................... 216
Hybrid system Eco savings record ................. 55
Emergency shut off system..... 39
Energy monitor/consumption screen ............. 44
High voltage components ....... 38
Hybrid System Indicator ........ 227
Ignition switch ....................... 195
Monthly fuel consumption record .............. 55
“POWER” switch ................... 195
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