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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be 
used when the ignition switch is in ON 
(w*1.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release 
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch  setting according to 
the amount of rain.
■AUTO*
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers* P. 153
■Adjusting wiper operation
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper delay.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull  the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one 
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two or 
three more times to clear the windshield, then stop.
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber 
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the 
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage 
them. Use the defroster to  warm the windshield, 
then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are 
operating intermittently,  the length of the wipe 
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a 
single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds  up, the wiper operation’s 
shortest delay se tting ( ) and the  LO setting become 
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation 
temporarily to prevent an  overload. Wiper operation 
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the 
circuit has returned to normal.
Models without automatic intermittent wipers
All models
MIST
INT
*: Low speed with 
intermittent OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull to 
use 
washer.
AUTO
*: Wiper speed varies 
automatically
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
When you push the lever down to  AUTO, the 
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into 
the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low 
speed, or at high speed and stops in 
accordance with the amount of rainfall the 
rainfall sensor detects.
■AUTO sensitivity adjustment
When in  AUTO, you can also adjust the 
rainfall sensor sensitivity using the adjustment 
ring.
Sensor sensitivity
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP  button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Wipers and Washers
If the wipers stop operating  due to any obstacle such 
as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe 
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to  OFF, and turn the ignition 
switch to ACCESSORY 
( q or LOCK (0*1, then 
remove the obstacle.
1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in  the location shown below.
Do not put the wiper lever in  AUTO when cleaning 
the windshield or driving  through a car wash. If the 
wiper lever is in AUTO , and the power mode is in ON, 
the rainfall sensor may re spond to your hand or car 
wash liquids, and th e wipers may operate 
automatically.
Rainfall Sensor
Adjustment Ring
Low Sensitivity:
Wipers will operate when more rainfall 
is detected.
High Sensitivity:
Wipers will operate when less rainfall 
is detected.
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the parking lights are turned on and the 
ignition switch is in ON 
(w*1, you can use the 
brightness control knob to adjust instrument 
panel brightness.
Brighten:  Turn the knob to the right.
Dim:  Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beep when the brightness 
reaches minimum or maximum. The 
information display
*/multi-information 
display* will return to its original state several 
seconds after you adjust the brightness.
■Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the 
information display
*/multi-information 
display* while you are adjusting it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightne ss varies, depending on 
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The 
instrument panel dims to  reduce glare when they are 
on.
Pressing the   (Select/Reset) knob switches the 
display.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness 
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels 
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the 
parking lights are on.
The brightness can be set  differently for when the 
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
Control Knob
On information display
On multi-information display
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window 
and mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON 
(w*1.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors 
automatically switch of f after 10-30 minutes 
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outsid e temperature is 32°F 
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically 
switch off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside  of the rear window, be 
careful not to damage  the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side 
along the defogger  heating wires.
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off 
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the syst em for a long period when 
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, 
making it difficult to start the engine.
* Not available on all models
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uuAdjusting the Mirrors uPower Door Mirrors
Controls
Power Door Mirrors
You can adjust the door mirrors when the 
ignition switch is in ON 
(w*1.
■Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch:  Select the left or right 
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the 
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch:  Press 
the switch left, right, up, or down to move the 
mirror.
The driver side door mirror has outer and inner 
segments.
The outer segment is slightly curved to provide 
a wider angle view than a standard flat mirror. 
This wider view may help you check areas that 
are not visible using a standard door mirror.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
■Expanded View Driver's Mirror1 Expanded View Driver's Mirror
Objects visible in the outer  segment of the driver side 
door mirror appear  smaller than objects in the rest of 
the mirror. But in fact, they are closer than they 
appear.
Do not rely on your mirrors.  Always look to the side 
and behind your vehicle  before changing lanes.
Inner Segment
Outer Segment
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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights
■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of 
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following 
situations:
• When either of the doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver's door.
• You remove the key from the ignition 
switch.
• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE 
OFF (LOCK).
■OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of 
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Interior Light Switches1 Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position,  the interior lights fade out 
and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following 
situations:
•When you unlock the driver's door but do not open it.
•When you remove the key from the ignition switch 
but do not open a door.
•When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF 
(LOCK) but do not open a door.
You can change the interi or lights dimming time.
2 Customized Features  P. 106, 298, 316
The interior lights go off i mmediately in the following 
situations:
•When you lock the driver's door.•When you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w*1.
•When you close the driver's door with the key in 
the ignition switch.
•When you close the driver's door in ACCESSORY 
mode.
If you leave either door open without the key in the 
ignition switch
*1, the interior light s go off after about 
15 minutes.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE 
START/STOP
 button instead of an ignition switch.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Door Activated Position
Off
Door Activated 
Position
On
Off
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
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Controls
The accessory power sockets can be used when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY 
(q or ON (w*1.
■Accessory power socket (console panel)
Open the cover to use it.
■Accessory power socket (console 
compartment)
Open the console lid and the cover to use it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive  type cigarette lighter 
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply 
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180 
watts (15 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain,  only use the power socket 
with the engine running.
When both sockets are being used, the combined 
power rating of the accessories should not exceed 
180 watts (15 amps).
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Controls
To use the wireless charger, the igni tion switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or ON 
(w*1.
Charge a compatible device on the ar ea indicated by the   mark as follows:
1. To turn the system on and off, press and 
hold the   (power) button.
u When the system is activated, the green 
indicator light comes on.
2. Place the device you want to charge on the 
charging area.
u The system will au tomatically start 
charging the device, and the amber 
indicator light will come on.
u Make sure that the device is compatible 
with the system, and placed with the 
chargeable side in the center of the 
charging area.
3. When charging is completed, the green 
indicator light will come on.
u Depending on the device, the amber 
indicator light will stay on.
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP  button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Wireless Charger*1 Wireless Charger*
This system consumes a lot of power, so do not use 
the system for a long time when the engine is not 
running. This may weaken  the battery, making it 
difficult to start the engine.
When using the wireless charger, check the user’s manual that 
came with to the compatible device you want to charge.
3CAUTION
Metal objects between the charge pad 
and the device to be charged will get 
hot and can burn you.
• Always remove foreign objects from 
the charge pad before charging the 
device.
• Be sure the surface is clear of dust and 
other debris before charging.
• Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks, 
etc.) on the charger and the device.
• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol, 
benzine or thinner for cleaning the 
charge pad.
• Do not cover the system with towels, 
clothing, or other objects while 
charging etc.
• Avoid using spraying hair spray, 
insecticides, etc, that may contact the 
charge pad surface.
Green Indicator
Amber Indicator
Charging Area
 (Power) 
Button
* Not available on all models
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