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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the wa sher fluid is low.●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 458
●Appears while you are customizing the settings and the
transmission is in other than
(P.2 Customized Features P. 117
●Appears when the transmission system temperature is
too high.●Stop in a safe place in (P.●Let the engine idle until the message disappears.
●Appears when the transmission system temperature is
too high. The vehicle does not operate properly.●You may find it difficult to accelerate, or to start the
vehicle on uphill.
●Immediately stop in a safe place in (P.●Let the engine idle until the message disappears.
●Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the
battery.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Checking the Battery P. 478
●Appears along with the battery charging system
indicator when the batte ry is not charging.●Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger to
reduce electricity consumption.
2If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 519
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 128
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 129
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 131
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength ......................................... 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 138
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 140
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 141
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 142
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 149
Security System Alarm ...................... 149 Opening and Closing the Windows
... 152
Opening and Closing the Moonroof .. 154
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 155
Turn Signals ..................................... 158
Light Switches.................................. 159
Fog Lights
*...................................... 162
Daytime Running Lights ................... 162
Wipers and Washers ........................ 163
Brightness Control ........................... 167
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror .......... 168
Driving Position Memory System ...... 169
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 171 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 172
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 173
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 175
Rear Seats........................................ 182
Armrest ........................................... 185
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights .................................. 186
Interior Convenience Items .............. 188
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 200
Rear Climate Control System ........... 208
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 212
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uChildproof Door Locks
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Controls
Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate.
Childproof Door Locks
The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock
position, and close the door.
■When opening the door
Open the door using the outside door handle.
■Using the Master Door Lock Switch1 Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock eith er front door using the
master door lock switch , all the other doors and
tailgate lock/unlock at the same time.
To Unlock
Master Door Lock Switch
To Lock
■Setting the Childproof Door Locks
1Childproof Door Locks
To open the door from the inside when the
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door
handle.
Lock Unlock
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
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Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyless access system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key,
remote transmitter, keyless access system, or the power mode is set to ON. The
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the hood with the hood release.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter th is system or add another
device to it.
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Controls
Opening and Closing the Windows
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON,
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open and
close all of the windows.
The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than
the driver’s seat.
When the power window lock button is pu shed in, the indicator comes on and you
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on when
children are in the vehicle.
■Automatic operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or cl oses completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly.
■Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.
■Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
1 Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it stops clos ing and reverse direction.
The driver’s window auto re verse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to en sure that it fully closes.
3WARNING
Closing a power window on someone’s
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from
the windows before closing them.
ON
OFF
Power Window
Lock Button
Rear Passenger’s
Window Switches
Front Passenger’s
Window Switch
Driver’s Window
Switch
Indicator
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uuOpening and Closing the Windows uOpening/Closing the Power Windows
Controls
To open: Press the unlock button twice
within 10 seconds and hold it down the
second time. If the windows stop midway,
repeat the procedure.
To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the unlock
direction and hold it there.
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key.
Within 10 seconds of re turning the key to the
central position, turn the key in the lock
direction and hold it there.
Release the key to stop the windows/
moonroof at the desired position. If you want
further adjustment, repeat the same
operation.
■Opening Windows and the Moonroof with the Remote
Unlock Button
■Opening/Closing Windows and the Moonroof with the Key
CloseOpen
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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*1:Canadian models
■Changing the Power Mode1ENGINE START/STOP Button
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the keyless access
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the keyless access remote
is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is of f, if the engine is running.
If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the MID.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 513
If the power mode does not change from VEHICLE
OFF to ACCESSORY, press the ENGINE START/STOP
button while moving the st eering wheel left and
right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the
mode to change.
Operating Range
Canadian models
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The steering wheel is locked
*1.
The power to all electrical components is turned off.
ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks (from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system and other accessories in this
position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be used.
Press the button.
Indicator
Without
pressing the
brake pedal
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
Controls
Warning buzzers may sound from inside or/
and outside the vehicle to remind you that the
keyless access remote is out of the vehicle. If
the buzzer continues even after the remote is
put back inside, place it within its operational
range.
■When the power mode is in ON
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed,
warning buzzers sound from both inside and
outside the vehicle. A warning message on
the MID notifies the driver inside that the
remote is out.
■When the power mode is in
ACCESSORY
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, a
warning buzzer sounds from outside the
vehicle.
■Keyless Access Remote Reminder1 Keyless Access Remote Reminder
When the keyless access remote is within the
system’s operational range, and the driver’s door is
closed, the warni ng function cancels.
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the vehicle
after the engine has been started, you can no longer
change the ENGINE START/STOP button mode or
restart the engine. Always make sure if the remote is
in your vehicle when you operate the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
Removing the keyless access remote from the vehicle
through a window does not activate the warning
buzzer.
Do not put the keyless access remote on the
dashboard or in the glove box. It may cause the
warning buzzer to go of f. Under some other
conditions that can prevent the vehicle from locating
the remote, the warning buzzer may also go off even
if the remote is within the system’s operational
range.
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