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To defrost outside windshield
1. Set the fan speed in the highest(extreme right) position.
2. Set the temperature in the extreme hot (HI) position.
3. Press the defrost button ( ).
4. The (fresh) air intake mode will be selected automatically.
When the position is selected,
the lower fan speed will be adjusted
according to the higher fan speed.
Defogging logic
To reduce the possibility of the dew
condensation on the inside of the
windshield, the air intake is automat-
ically controlled according to a driv-
ing condition such as setting in the or positions. To cancel or
reset the defogging process, follow
the below steps:
1. Turn the Engine Start/Stop button ON.
2. Press the defrost button ( ).
3. While pressing the A/C button, press the air intake control button
at least 5 times within 3 seconds.
The air intake control indicator flash-
es three times at an interval of 0.5
seconds. It indicates that the defog-
ging process is canceled or reset to
the original status.
When the battery is discharged or
disconnected, the system resets to
the defogging default setting.
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Auto defogging system (if equipped)
Auto defogging reduces the probabil-
ity of the dew condensation on the
inside of the windshield by automati-
cally sensing the moisture.
The auto defogging system operates
when the heater or the A/C is ON.
This indicator illuminates
when the auto defogging
system senses the mois-
ture on the inside of the
windshield and operates.
If it is humid inside the vehicle, the
automated steps operate as follows:
If auto defogging system does not
defog the window in the step 1 (fresh
air intake mode), the steps 2 and 3
will be followed.
Step 1 : (fresh) air intake mode
Step 2 : Operating the A/C
Step 3 : Blowing air toward the wind- shield
Step 4 : Increasing air flow toward the windshield The auto defogging system automat-
ically activates in certain conditions.
However, if you want to turn OFF the
auto defogging system, press the
front defroster button 4 times within 2
seconds while pressing the AUTO
button. The front defroster indicator
will flash 3 times to notify the system
cancellation. To restart the auto
defogging system, follow the proce-
dures mentioned above.
If the battery is disconnected or dis-
charged, it resets to the auto defog-
ging status.Information
When the A/C is turned ON and the
(fresh) air intake mode is selected by
the auto defogging system, and when
you try to turn OFF the A/C and select
the air recirculation mode, the indica-
tor will just flash 3 times, the A/C will
not be turned OFF, and the air recir-
culation mode will not be selected.
Do not remove the sensor cover
on the upper end of the driver's
side windshield. Damage to sys-
tem parts could occur and may
not be covered by your vehicle
warranty.
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Sunvisor
Use the sunvisor to block direct sun-
light through the windshield or side
windows.
To use the sunvisor for the wind-
shield, pull it downward. To use the
sunvisor for the side window, pull it
downwards, unsnap it from the
bracket (1) and swing it to the side
(2).
To use the vanity mirror, pull down
the sunvisor and slide open the mir-
ror cover (3). Adjust the sunvisor
extension forward or backward (4).
The ticket holder (5) is provided for
holding a tollgate ticket.
- Vanity mirror lamp
Securely close the vanity mirror
cover and return the sunvisor to
its original position after using it.
If the vanity mirror is not securely
closed, the lamp will stay ON and
may result in battery discharge or
sunvisor damage.
Rear vanity mirror (if equipped)
To use the rear vanity mirror, press
the cover. Then, it will slowly open
and the mirror lamp will turn ON.
Securely close the mirror cover. If
the mirror cover is not closed, the
lamp will stay ON and may result
in battery discharge or mirror
damage.
NOTICE
NOTICE
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For your safety, do not obstruct
your view when using the sunvi-
sor.
CAUTION
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Power outlet
The power outlet is to provide power
for mobile telephones or other
devices, which operate with vehicle
electric systems. The devices could
draw less than 10 amps, when the
engine is running.You should close the center console
cover after using the front power out-
lets inside the center console and
pulling out the wire from them.
(The USB charger and cable are not
provided in your vehicle.)
Use the power outlet only when
the engine is running and
remove the accessory plug after
use. Using the accessory plug
for a prolonged period of time
with the engine OFF may dis-
charge the battery.
Only use 12V electric acces- sories which are less than 10A
in electric capacity.
Adjust the A/C or heater to the lowest operating level when
using the power outlet.
Close the cover when not in use. (Continued)
NOTICE
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■Front
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■Rear (A) (if equipped)
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■Rear (B) (if equipped)
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Winter driving .......................................................5-72
Snowy or icy conditions ................................................5-72
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant .................5-74
Check battery and cables .............................................5-74
Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary .............5-74
Check spark plugs and ignition system .....................5-74
To prevent the locks from frozen ..............................5-75
Use authorized window washer anti-freezer
solution in system ...........................................................5-75
Do not let your parking brake freeze .......................5-75
Do not let ice and snow accumulate underneath...5-75
Carry emergency equipment ........................................5-75
Do not place objects or materials in the engine
compartment ....................................................................5-75\
Vehicle load limit ..................................................5-76
Tire and loading information label .............................5-76
Certification label ............................................................5-80
Vehicle weight ......................................................5-82
Base curb weight ...........................................................5-82
Vehicle curb weight ........................................................5-82
Load weight ......................................................................5-\
82
GAW (Gross axle weight) ..............................................5-82
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ...............................5-82
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) .........................................5-82
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ..........................5-82
Trailer towing .......................................................5-82

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Illuminated Engine Start/Stop
Button
Whenever the front door is opened,
the Engine Start/Stop button will illu-
minate for your convenience. The
light will go OFF 30 seconds after the
door is closed.
Engine Start/Stop Button posi-
tion
OFF
To turn OFF the engine, re-press the
turned-ON Engine Start/Stop button,
when the gear shift in P(Park). When
you turn OFF the Engine Start/Stop
button with the gear shift not in
P(Park), the Engine Start/Stop but-
ton will not be turned OFF, but turns
to the ACC position.
Information
When you turn OFF the engine, the
vehicle should be stopped.
ACC(Accessory)
Press the Engine Start/Stop button
when the button is OFF without
depressing the brake pedal.
The electrical accessories are opera-
tive.
If you leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ACC position for more
than 1 hour, the battery power will be
automatically turned OFF to prevent
the battery discharge.
ON
Press the Engine Start/Stop button
when the button is in the ACC posi-
tion without depressing the brake
pedal.
Check the warning lights before
starting the engine. Do not leave the
button turned ON for a long time if
the engine is not running to prevent
battery discharge.i
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- Emergency situation
In an emergency situation while
the vehicle is in motion, you can
turn the engine in the OFF or
ACC position, by pressing the
Engine Start/Stop button 2 sec-
onds or longer or by pressing it
3 times successively within 3
seconds. If the vehicle is still
moving, you can restart the
engine without depressing the
brake pedal by pressing the
Engine Start/Stop button with
the shift gear in the N (Neutral)
position.
WARNING

START
To start the engine, depress the
brake pedal and press the Engine
Start/Stop Button with the shift gear
in P(Park) or N(Neutral).
For your safety, start the engine with
the shift gear in P(Park).
Information
• If you press the Engine Start/Stopbutton without depressing the brake
pedal, the engine does not start.
When the Engine Start/Stop button
is pressed, it changes as follows:
OFF → →
ACC →
→
ON →
→
OFF
• If you leave the Engine Start/Stop Button in the ACC or the ON posi-
tion for a long time, the battery will
be discharged.
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Driving your vehicle
Never press the Engine Start/Stop button while the
vehicle is in motion except in
an emergency situation. This
would turn the engine OFF,
resulting in loss of power
assist for the steering wheel
and brake. This may lead to
loss of directional control and
braking function, which could
cause an accident.
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Before leaving the driver’sseat, always make sure the
shift gear is engaged in P
(Park), fully set the parking
brake and turn the engine
OFF. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement may occur
if these precautions are not
taken.
Never touch the Engine Start/Stop button, or any other
controls on the steering wheel
while the vehicle is in motion.
Reaching out for those con-
trols with your hand or arm
may cause a loss of vehicle
control, an accident, serious
bodily injury or death.
Do not place any loose objects around the driver’s
seat, as they may toss about
while driving, interfering with
the driver's pedal operation
and leading to an accident.
WARNING

Information
• When the battery is weak, or whenthe Smart Key does not properly
operate, you can start the engine by
pressing the Smart Key onto the
Engine Start/Stop button.
The Smart Key edge near the lock
button should be directly contacted
onto the Engine Start/Stop button.
When you press the Smart Key onto
the Engine Start/Stop button, the
Smart Key should be contacted onto
the button at a right angle.
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• When the stop light fuse is blown
out, you cannot normally start the
engine. Replace the blown-out fuse
with a new one. If you are not able
to replace the fuse, you can start the
engine by pressing the Smart Key
onto the Engine Start/Stop button
for 10 seconds. The engine can start
without depressing the brake pedal.
However, for your safety, always
depress the brake pedal before
starting the engine.
Do not press the Engine
Start/Stop Button for more than 5
seconds except when the stop
light fuse is disconnected.
NOTICE
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■ Type B