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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. You can
manually apply and release,
or automatically release it.
■ Manual operations
Use the electric parking brake switch to a pply or release the parking brake. Manually
releasing the parking brake using the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.
■To apply manually
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the ignition switch *1
is in.
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely.
uThe parking brake indicator comes on.
■ To release manually
The vehicle must be ON
(w *1
in order to
release the electric parking brake. 1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
uThe parking brake indicator goes off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Parking Brake1Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
operating from the rear wh eel area when you apply
or release the parking brake. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking br ake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.
2 Jump Starting P. 540
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake switch while
driving, the brakes on all four wheels are applied by the VSA
system until the vehicle come to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be released.
In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.•When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while your
vehicle is stopped and the brake hold system is applied.
•When the engine is turned off while the brake hold system is applied.
• When there is a problem with the brake hold
system while brake hold is applied.
• When the vehicle is stops more than 10 minutes
while ACC with LSF is activated.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while your
vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with LSF.
•When the engine is turned off while ACC with LSF
is activated.
•When there is a problem with the electric parking brake
switch, after you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0.
Models with ACC with LSF
Manual transmission models
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking Brake Switch
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■ To release automatically
Use the accelerator pedal to release the parking brake when you are starting the
vehicle facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.
Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.
Depress the accelerator pedal while releasi ng the clutch pedal releases the parking
brake.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
uThe parking brake indicator goes off.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal and
release the clutch pedal.
uThe parking brake indicator goes off.
1Parking Brake
If the parking brake cannot be released
automatically, release it manually.
When the vehicle is travelling uphill, the accelerator
pedal may need to be pressed farther to
automatically release the electric parking brake.
The parking brake cannot be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:
• Malfunction indicator lamp
• Transmission indicator
The parking brake may not be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:
• Brake system indicator
• VSA ® system indicator
• ABS indicator
• Supplemental restraint system indicator
The clutch pedal is fully depressed before gently
depress the accelerator peda l and release the clutch
pedal.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
Accelerator Pedal
Continuously variable transmission models
Accelerator Pedal
Clutch PedalManual transmission models
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uuBrakinguBrake System
Driving
The parking brake automatically releases as you depress the accelerator pedal when:
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.
• The engine is running.
• The transmission is not in
(P or (N .
• The transmission is not in
(N .
Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A vacuum power assist
helps to reduce the effort needed on th e brake pedal. The brake assist system
increases the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an
emergency situation. The an ti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you retain steering
control when brak ing very hard.
2 Brake Assist System P. 452
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 451
■Foot Brake
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
1Foot Brake
Check the brakes after driving through deep water,
or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If
necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the
pedal several times. If you hear a continuous me tallic friction sound when
applying the brakes, this is caused by the brake wear
indicator rubbing on the brake rotor and indicates
that the brake pads need to be replaced. Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If you hear only an
occasional squeak or squeal when you initially apply
the brake pedal, this may be normal and caused by
high frequency vibr ation of the brake pads against
the rotating brake disc. Constantly using the brak e pedal while going down a
long hill builds up heat, which reduces the brake
effectiveness. Apply engine braking by taking your
foot off the accelerator pe dal and downshifting to a
lower gear/speed position. With manual transmission
use a lower gear for gr eater engine braking.
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause
them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad
life. It will also conf use drivers behind you.
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Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is
pressed. You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at
traffic lights and in heavy traffic.
■Automatic Brake Hold1Automatic Brake Hold
3WARNING
Activating the automatic brake hold system
on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never activate the automatic brake hold
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or
slippery roads.
3WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the
transmission in
(P and applying the parking
brake.
Continuously variable transmission models
■ Turning on the system
Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button. ● The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system is turned on. ■
Activating the system
Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop. The shift lever must
not be in
(P or (R.
● The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.
● Release the brake pedal
after the automatic
brake hold indicator
comes on. ■
Canceling the system
Depress the accelerator
pedal while the shift
lever is in a position
other than (P or (N. The
brake hold is disengaged
and the vehicle starts to
move.
● The automatic brake
hold indicator goes
off. The system
releases the brake
automatically.
Accelerator PedalBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes Off
On On On
On On
U.S.
Canada
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Driving
Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until you change a gear to a
position other than
(N and:
• Release the clutch pedal on a level road or when facing downhill.
• Release the clutch pedal and depress the accelerator pedal when facing uphill.
You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at traffic lights
and in heavy traffic.
Manual transmission models
■ Turning on the system
Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.
● The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system is turned on. ■
Activating the system
Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop.
● The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.
● Release the brake pedal
after the automatic
brake hold indicator
comes on. ■
Canceling the system
Shift into one of the
gears other than
(N and:
● Release the clutch
pedal on a level road
or when facing
downhill.
● Release the clutch
pedal and depress the
accelerator pedal
when facing uphill.
The system is canceled
and the vehicle starts to
move.
●The automatic brake
hold indicator goes off.
The system releases the
brake automatically.
Accelerator Pedal
Brake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes Off
On On On
On On
U.S.
Canada
Clutch Pedal
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■ The system automatically cancels when:
• You engage the parking brake.
• You depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever to
(P or (R.
Under the following conditions, the system automatically cancels, and the parking
brake is applied: • Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
• The engine is turned off.
• There is a problem with au tomatic brake hold system.
• The battery is disconnected.
• The engine stalls.
■ Turning off the automatic brake hold system
While the system is on, press the automatic
brake hold button again.
uThe automatic brake hold system
indicator goes off.
If you want to turn off automatic brake hold
while the system is in operation, press the
automatic brake hold button with the brake
pedal depressed.
1Automatic Brake Hold
While the system is activated, you can turn off the
engine or park the ve hicle through the same
procedure as you normally do.
2 When Stopped P. 461
Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,
the automatic brake hold turn s off once the engine is
off.
The system turns off if the engine stalls while
automatic brake hold is active or the system is on.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
All models
Manual transmission models
1Turning on the system
Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold
system before using an automated car wash.
You may hear an operating noi se if the vehicle moves
while the automatic brake hold system is in operation.
Automatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes
Off
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On
■If the brake system indicator (red ) comes on or blinks at the
same time when the brake syst em indicator (amber) comes on,
release the parking brake ma nually or automatically.
2 Parking Brake P. 445
• If the brake system indicator (red) continuously comes on or blinks at
the same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on,
stop the vehicle in a safe place a nd have it inspected by a dealer
immediately.
uPreventing the ve hicle from moving
Move the shift lever to
(P .
Move the shift lever to
(1 or (R.
• If the brake system indicator (amber ) comes on alone, avoid using the
parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same
Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
If you apply the parking br ake, you may not be able
to release it.
If the brake system indicator (red) and the brake
system indicator (amber) come on at the same time,
the parking brake is working.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on, the parking brake may not work because it is
checking the system.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
U.S.
Canada
(Amber)
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
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Index
Automatic Brake Hold SystemIndicator ............................................ 76, 448
Automatic Lighting .................................. 149
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 107, 111
Average Speed .......................................... 111
B Battery ....................................................... 519
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 546
Jump Starting .......................................... 540
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 519
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 521
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 172
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 266
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 323, 346
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 69
Brake System ............................................. 445
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 451
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 448
Brake Assist System ................................. 452
Fluid ........................................................ 496
Foot Brake ............................................... 447
Indicator (Red) ........................... 74, 548, 549
Parking Brake .......................................... 445
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 154
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 498
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 505
Fog Lights ................................................ 500 Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 503
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 502
Headlights ............................................... 498
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 506
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 504
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 506
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 504
Taillight ................................................... 506
Bulb Specifications ........................... 562, 564
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 70
Carrying Cargo ................................. 381, 383
Certification Label .................................... 566
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 498
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 546
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 135
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61 Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 65
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 66
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 526 Cleaning the Interior
............................... 524
Climate Control System ........................... 179
Changing the Mode................................ 179
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 182
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 523
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 181
Sensors ................................................... 185
Synchronized Mode ................................ 184
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 179
CMBS TM
(Collision Mitigation Braking
System TM
)................................................ 453
Coat Hooks ............................................... 177
Collision Mitigation Braking System TM
(CMBS TM
)................................................. 453
Compact Spare Tire .................. 531, 563, 565
Console Compartment ............................. 171
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 394
Fluid ....................................................... 495
Kickdown ............................................... 394
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 396
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 543
Shifting ................................................... 395
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 398
Shifting ................................................... 397
Controls .................................................... 113
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 493
Adding the Coolant ................................ 494
Overheating ............................................ 544
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