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Quick Reference Guide
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors using a remote
transmitter?If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?The beeper sounds when: ●The key is left in the ignition switch *
.
● The power mode *
is in ACCESSORY.
● The exterior lights are left on.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?The beeper sounds when the driver and/or front passenger are
not wearing their seat belts.
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicatorsu
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
System Message
Indicator*
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w *1
, then goes off.
● Comes on along with a beep
when a problem is detected. A
system message on the driver
information interface appears at
the same time.
●While the indicator is on, press the
(display/information) button to see the
message again.
● Refer to the Indicators information in this
chapter when a system message appears
on the driver information interface. Take
the appropriate action for the message.
● The driver information interface does not
return to the normal screen unless the
warning is canceled, or the button
is pressed.
—
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning Indicators
●Blink when you operate the turn
signal lever.
● Blink along with all turn signals
when you press the hazard
warning button.●
Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change
the bulb immediately. 2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 502, 505
—
High Beam
Indicator●
Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.——
Lights On
Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO*
when
the exterior lights are on.● If you remove the key from the ignition
switch *1
while the exterior lights are on, a
chime sounds when the driver's door is
opened.
—
Fog Light
Indicator *●
Comes on when the fog lights are on.
——
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●
Appears if there is a problem with the light control
system.● Appears while driving - Manually turn the lights on,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●
Appears if there is a pr oblem with the headlights.●
Appears while driving - The headlights may not be on.
When conditions allow you to drive safely, have your
vehicle checked by a deal er as soon as possible.
Models with LED headlight
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate th e various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 114
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 116
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*... 118Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 119
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 126
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 129
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 133
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 136
Security System Alarm ...................... 136
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 139
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*..... 142
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch *
............................... 143
ENGINE START/STOP Button *
........... 144
Ignition Switch and Power Mode
Comparison ................................... 147
Turn Signals ..................................... 148
Light Switches.................................. 148 Fog Lights *
...................................... 151
Daytime Running Lights ................... 151
Wipers and Washers ........................ 152
Brightness Control ........................... 154Rear Defogger/Heat ed Door Mirror*
Button ........................................... 155
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 156 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 157
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 158
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 159
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items ................................................ 168
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 179
Synchronized Mode *
....................... 184
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......185
* Not available on all models
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Continued
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the OutsideWhen you carry the smart entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and open the trunk.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the trunk within about
32 inches (80 cm) radius from the trunk
release button.
■ Locking the vehicle
Press the door lock button on either door.
uSome exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; both doors and the trunk lock;
and the security system sets.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System *1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
*
• Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
• Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors while someone else
with the remote is within range.
• The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remote is within range.
• If you grip either door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.
• You cannot unlock the door by gripping the handle
after two seconds of locking it.
• The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that th e door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
• Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unlock the doors with the smart
entry remote if it is a bove or below the outside
handle.
• The smart entry remote may not operate if it is too
close to the door and door glass.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 521
You can customize the door lock mode and keyless
lock acknowledge ment setting.
2 Customized Features P. 292
Models with Display Audio
Door Lock Button
* Not available on all models
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Controls
■ Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto
lock)
When you walk away from the vehicle while
carrying the smart entry remote, the doors will
automatically lock.
The auto lock function activates when both
doors are closed, and the smart entry remote
is within about 6 feet (2 m) radius of the
outside door handle. 1. Exit vehicle while carrying smart entry
remote and close door(s).
2. While within about 6 feet (2 m) radius of
the vehicle.
uThe beeper sounds; the auto lock
function will be activated.
3. Carry the smart entry remote beyond about
6 feet (2 m) from the vehicle and remain
outside this range fo r 2 or more seconds.
uSome exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; both doors will then lock.
1Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto lock)
The auto lock function is set to OFF as the factory
default setting. The auto lo ck function can be set to
ON using the audio/information screen. 2 Customized Features P. 292
After the auto lock function has been activated,
when you stay within the locking/unlocking
operation range, the indicator on the smart entry
remote will continue to flash until the doors are
locked.
When you stay beside the vehicle within the
operation range, the doors wi ll automatically lock
approximately 30 seconds after the auto lock
function activating beeper sounds.
When you open a door after the auto lock function
activating beeper sounds, the auto lock function will
be canceled.
When both doors have been closed and the smart
entry remote is inside the vehicle, or if the smart entry
remote is not detected with in about 6 feet (2 m) of
the vehicle, auto lock func tion will not be activated.
Models with Display Audio
The activation range of the auto lock function is
about 6 feet (2 m)
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Controls
■ Unlocking the vehicle
Grab the driver’s door handle:
uThe driver’s door unlocks.
uSome exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Grab the front passenger’s door handle:
uBoth doors unlock.
uSome exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Press the trunk release button:
uThe trunk unlocks and opens.
uSome exterior lights flash and the beeper
sounds.
2 Using the Trunk Release Button P. 133
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System *
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle, th e doors will automatically
relock.
The light flash, beep, a nd unlock settings can be
customized. 2 Customized Features P. 292
Models with Display Audio
Trunk Release Button
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash, both doors
lock, and the security system sets.
Twice (within five se conds after the first
push):
uThe beeper sounds and verifies the
security system is set.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will auto matically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 292
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior light s come on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The li ghts fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 168
The remote transmitter us es low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote transmitter will not work when the key is
in the ignition switch.
You can lock or unlock doors using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system only when the
power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.
The remote will not lock th e vehicle when a door is
open.
Models with Display Audio
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
All models
LED
Unlock Button
Lock Button
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