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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Low Fuel Indicator
●Comes on when the fuel reserve is
running low (approximately 1.59 U.S.
gal./6.0 Liter left).
●Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel
gauge.
●Comes on - Refuel your vehicl e as soon as possible.●Blinks - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Anti-lock Brake
System ( ABS)
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●If it comes on at any other time, there is
a problem with the ABS.
●Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked
by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still
has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function.
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 340
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●Comes on if a problem with any of the
following is detected:
- Supplemental restraint system
- Side airbag system
- Side curtain airbag system
- Seat belt tensioner
●Stays on constantly or does not come on at all
- Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
High Temperature
Indicator
(Red)
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●Blinks when the engine coolant
temperature goes up, and stays on if the
temperature continues to rise.
●Goes off, then comes on blue when the engine
coolant temperature is low.
●Blinks while driving - Drive slowly to prevent
overheating.
●Stays on while driving - Immediately stop in a
safe place and allow the engine to cool.
2 Overheating P. 415
Low Temperature
Indicator
(Blue)●Comes on when the engine coolant
temperature is low.●If the indicator stays on after the engine has reached
normal operating temperature, there may be a
problem with the temperature sensors. Have your
vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA®) System
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●Blinks when VSA ® is active.●Comes on if there is a problem with the
VSA® system or hill start assist system.
●Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked
by a dealer.
2Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® ), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System P. 330
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) OFF
Indicator●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●Comes on when you deactivate VSA ®.
2VSA ® OFF Button P. 331

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Door and Tailgate
Open Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds if you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●Comes on if any door or the tailgate is
not complete ly closed.
●The beeper sounds and the indicator
comes on if any door or the tailgate is
opened while driving.
●Goes off when all doors and the tailgate are closed.
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w*1, and goes off when
the engine starts.
●Comes on if there is a problem with the
EPS system.
●Stays on constantly or does not come on at all
- Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On P. 419

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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●May come on briefly if the ignition switch
is turned to ON
( w*1 and the vehicle is
not moved within 45 seconds, to indicate
the calibration process is not yet
complete.
●Comes on and stays on when:
- One or more tires’ pressures are
determined to be significantly low.
- The system has not been calibrated.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place,
check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if
necessary.
●Stays on after the tires are inflated to the
recommended pressures - The system needs to be
calibrated.
2 TPMS Calibration P. 334
●Blinks for about one minute, and then
stays on if there is a problem with the
TPMS, or when a compact spare tire is
temporarily installed.●Blinks and remains on - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a
compact spare, get your regular tire repaired or
replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as
you can.
Smart Entry System
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
change the power mode to ON.
●Comes on as soon as a problem is
detected in the smart entry system or
push button starting system.
●Stays on constantly or does not come on at all
- Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
U.S.
models
only
* Not available on all models

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Starter System
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
set the power mode to ON, then goes
off.
●Comes on if the starter system has a
problem.
●As a temporary measure, press and hold the
ENGINE START/STOP button for up to 15 seconds
while pressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal
(manual transmission only), and manually start the
engine. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
●The turn signal indica tors blink when you
operate the turn signal lever.
●If you press the hazard warning button,
both indicators and al l turn signals blink
at the same time.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn signal
light bulb has blown. Change the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 372, 375
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*, or
set the power mode* to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) 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.—
U.S.
Canada
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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Immobilizer System
Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then goes
off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer system
cannot recognize the key information.
●Blinks -
You cannot start the engine. Turn the ignition
switch to LOCK
(0, pull the key out, and then insert
the key and turn it to ON
(w again.
You cannot start the engine. Set the power mode to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then select the ON mode
again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add other
devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
ECON Mode
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then
goes off.
●Comes on when you press the ECON
button.
2 ECON Button* P. 326
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
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uuAudio System uAudio System Theft Protection
Features
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is di sconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display ENTER CODE
*2/Enter code*3. If this occurs, reactivate the audio
system.
■Reactivating the audio system
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reac tivated when the audio co ntrol unit establishes a
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2 : Models with color audio system.
*3 : Models with display audio system.

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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 382
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.