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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .............................. 300
Maximum Load Limit............................ 303
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ............................ 306
When Driving
Starting the Engine .............................. 309
Starting the Engine .............................. 311
Precautions While Driving..................... 315
Continuously Variable Transmission
*.... 316
Shifting ................................................ 317
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Continuously variable transmission models
without paddle shifters
Shifting................................................ 319
Shifting................................................ 323
ECON Button
*..................................... 326
Cruise Control*................................... 327Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 330
LaneWatchTM*...................................... 332
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 334
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ............. 336
Continuously variable transmission models
with paddle shifters
Manual transmission models
Braking Brake System ........................................ 338
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................ 340
Brake Assist System .............................. 341
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ..................................... 342
Multi-View Rear Camera ....................... 343
Refueling Fuel Information ................................... 345
How to Refuel ...................................... 346
Fuel Economy ......................................... 348
Improving Fuel Economy....................... 348
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ........................................... 349
Modifications ....................................... 349
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uLaneWatchTM*
Driving
LaneWatchTM*
Is an assistance system that allows y ou to check the passenger side rear areas
displayed on the audio/information screen when the turn signal is activated to the
passenger’s side. A camera in the passenger side door mirror monitors these areas
and allows you to check for vehicles, in addition to your visual check and use of the
passenger door mirror. You can also keep th e system on for your convenience while
driving.1 LaneWatchTM*
Important Safety Reminder
Like all assistance systems, LaneWatch has
limitations. Over reliance on LaneWatch may result in
a collision.
The LaneWatch func tion can be affected by weather,
lighting (including headli ghts and low sun angle),
ambient darkness, camera condition, and loading.
The LaneWatch may not prov ide the intended display
of traffic to the side and rear under the following
conditions:
•Your vehicle’s suspension has been altered,
changing the height of the vehicle.
•Your tires are over or under inflated.
•Your tires or wheels are of varied size or
construction.
3WARNING
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to
change lanes before do ing so may result in
a crash and serious injury or death.
Do not rely only on LaneWatch while
driving.
Always look in your mirrors, to either side
of your vehicle, and behind you for other
vehicles before changing lanes.
The system activates when you: The passenger side view
display appears on the
audio/information
screen.
Move the turn
signal lever to the
passenger side. Press the
LaneWatch
button.
The system deactivates when you:
Pull the turn signal
lever back. Press the LaneWatch
button again.
CameraAudio/Information Screen
* Not available on all models
