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uuClimate Control System uRear Climate Control System
Controls
■Changing the rear temperature setting
Change the temperature setting from the
following:
3/4 : To raise or lower the temperature
setting one degree at a time.
While you select and hold 3 /4 , the
temperature decreases or increases.
■Switching the vent mode Select a desired vent mode icon.
Vent mode: Rear console vents
: Rear console vents and floor vents
: Rear floor vents
1Changing the rear temperature setting
When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.
3/4 (Temperature Control) Icon
Vent Mode Icon
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uuClimate Control System uRear Climate Control System
Controls
■Changing the fan speed
Select your desired speed level. The smaller
indicator is for a slower speed, and the larger
for a faster speed.
Fan Speed Level Indicators
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uuClimate Control System uRear Climate Control System
Controls
Use the system when the engine is running
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature usi ng the rear temperature control button.
3. To turn off the rear climate control system, press button.
■Using the Rear Climate Control System From the Rear Panel1Using the Rear Climate Control System From the Rear Panel
When the Rear Lock icon on the front control panel
is off, the temperature of the rear passenger
compartment can be cont rolled independently.
Rear floor
ventsRear console
vents and
floor vents Rear console
vents
/
(Fan Control)
Buttons
(On/Off) Button
Rear Temperature
Control Buttons
AUTO Button
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uuClimate Control System uAutomatic Climate Control Sensors
Controls
Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.Sensor
Sensor
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and redu ce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
• Change the gear position to
(S position if the transmission shifts frequently.
If the vehicle tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, keep the transmission
in
(D and do not use the sequential shift mode in (S. This prevents damage to the
transmission.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 531
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
■Retrieving a Boat
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
u Make sure the transmission is in
(P.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
The engine will crank until it starts.
1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control
system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the batte ry in the keyless
access remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 513
The engine may not start if the keyless access remote
is subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds
before trying again.
Brake Pedal
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop*
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Driving
Auto Idle Stop*
To help maximize fuel economy, the engi ne automatically stops when the vehicle
comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The
indicator comes on. The engine then restarts once the vehicle is
about to move again, and the indicator goes
off.
A message associated with Auto Idle Stop
appears on the MID.
2Indicators P. 83
2 Customized Features P. 121
If the driver’s door is opened while the
indicator is comes on, a buzzer sounds to
notify you that the Auto Idle Stop function is
in operation.
To turn the Auto Idle Stop system off, press
this button. The Auto Id le Stop system stops.
u The Auto Idle Stop system will stop and
the indicator (Amber) in meter will come
on.
1Auto Idle Stop*
The 12-volt battery insta lled in this vehicle is
specifically designed for a m odel with Auto Idle Stop.
Using a 12-volt battery other than this specified type
may shorten the battery life , and prevent Auto Idle
Stop from activati ng. If you need to replace the
battery, make sure to select the specified type. Ask a
dealer for more details.
The duration of the Au to Idle Stop operation:
•Increases in the ECON mode, compared to when
the ECON mode is off, with climate control in use.
Auto Idle Stop may activate less frequently in such
conditions as a traffic jam.
■Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF1 Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF
Press the Auto Idle Stop OFF button to restart the
engine from the idling stop.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
The vehicle stops with the gear position in (D and the brake pedal depressed.
■Auto idle stop does not activate when:
• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
• The engine coolant temperature is low or high.
• The transmission fluid temperature is low or high.
• The vehicle comes to a stop again befo re the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5
km/h) after the engine starts.
• Stopped on a steep incline.
• A gear position other than
(D.
• The engine is started with the hood open.
u Turn off the engine. Close the hood before you restart the engine to activate
Auto Idle Stop.
• The battery charge is low.
• The internal temperature of the ba ttery is 14°F (−10°C). or less.
• The climate control system is in use, an d the outside temperature is below −4°F
(−20°C) or over 104°F (40°C).
• The climate control system temperature is set to the Hi or Lo .
• is ON (indicator on).
• When the rear fan is set to maximum speed.
u Auto Idle Stop may not ac tivate under other conditions when the rear climate
control system is in use.
■Auto Idle Stop Activates When:1 Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
When ACC with LSF is in operation, the vehicle stops
without depressing the br ake pedal and Auto Idle
Stop may activate.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated. If the hood is opened, the
engine will not re start automatically.
In this case, restart the engine with the ENGINE
START/STOP button. 2 Starting the Engine P. 340
Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button changes
the power mode to ACCESSORY even while Auto Idle
Stop is in operation. Once in ACCESSORY, the engine
no longer restarts automatica lly. Follow the standard
procedure to start the engine.
2 Starting the Engine P. 340
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