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Features of your vehicle
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(Continued)
 When a Bluetooth®
Wireless
Technology mobile phone is connect-
ed, a ( ) icon will appear at the top of
the screen. If a ( ) icon is not dis-
played, this indicates that a
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology
enabled device has not been connect-
ed. You must connect the device
before use. For more information on
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology
mobile phones, refer to the “Phone
Setup” section.
 Pairing and connecting a Bluetooth® Wireless Technology enabled mobile
phone will work only when the
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology
option within your mobile phone has
been turned on. (Methods of turning
on the Bluetooth®
Wireless
Technology enabled feature may dif-
fer depending on the mobile phone.) (Continued)(Continued)
 In some mobile phones, starting the
ignition while talking through
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology
enabled handsfree call will result in
the call becoming disconnected.
(Switch the call back to your mobile
phone when starting the ignition.)
 Some features may not be supported
in some Bluetooth®
Wireless
Technology mobile phone and devices.
 Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology
enabled operation may be unstable
depending on the communication
state.
 Placing the audio system within an
electromagnetic environment may
result in noise interference.

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VOICE COMMAND (if equipped)
Starting Voice Command
To start voice command, shortly press
the key on the steering wheel
remote controller.
If voice command is in [Normal Mode], then the system will say “Please say a
command. Beep”
❈ If voice command is in [Expert Mode],
then the system will only say a “Beep-”
❈ Setting Voice command [Normal
Mode]/[Expert Mode]:
Press the key Select
[System] through the TUNE knob or key Select [VRS Mode] through
the TUNE knob Set [Normal
Mode]/[Expert Mode]
Say the voice command.
✽✽ NOTICE
For proper voice recognition, say the
voice command after the guidance mes-
sage and the “Beep” sound.
Skipping the Guidance Message While the guidance message is being
stated, shortly press the key (under
0.8 seconds) to discontinue the guidance
message and sound the “beep”.
After the “beep”, say the voice command. Ending Voice Command
While using voice command, press
and hold the key (over 0.8 sec-
onds) to end voice command.
While using voice command, pressing the steering wheel remote controller or
a different key will end voice command.
In a state where the system is waiting for your voice command, say “cancel”
or “end” to end voice command.
In a state where the system is waiting for your voice command, shortly press
the key (under 0.8 seconds) to
end voice command.
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Illustration on using voice commands
Starting voice command. Shortly pressing the key (under 0.8 seconds):
Skipping Voice Recognition Shortly pressing the key (under 0.8 seconds): End voice command.
Shortly pressing the key (under 0.8 seconds):
while guidance message is being stated
More Help
Phone book
Cancel
More Help
Please say a command
Please say a...
More Help.
You can say Radio, FM, AM, Media, CD, USB, Aux,
My Music, iPod ®
, Bluetooth Audio, Phone, Call
History or Phone book. Please say a command.
Phone book
Please say the name of the Phone book
you want to call.
More Help.
You can say Radio, FM, AM, Media, CD, USB, Aux,
My Music, iPod ®
, Bluetooth Audio, Phone, Call
History or Phone book. Please say a command.
Beep-
Beep-
Beep-
Beep Beep.. (end beep)
Shortly pressing the key (under 0.8 seconds)

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Before driving / 5-3
Key positions / 5-5
Engine start/stop button / 5-6
Starting the engine / 5-9
LPG system / 5-12
Manual transaxle / 5-18
Automatic transaxle / 5-21
Brake system / 5-27
ISG (Idle Stop and Go) system / 5-39
Cruise control system / 5-44
Speed limit control system / 5-49
Economical operation / 5-52
Special driving conditions / 5-54
Winter driving / 5-58
Vehicle weight / 5-62
Driving your vehicle

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Driving your vehicle
Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up. Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
tion 7, “Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are
easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result
in a loss of vehicle control, that
may lead to an accident, severe
personal injury, and death. The dri-
ver’s primary responsibility is in
the safe and legal operation of a
vehicle, and use of any handheld
devices, other equipment, or vehi-
cle systems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a vehicle
or which are not permissible by law
should never be used during oper-
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✽✽
NOTICE - Kick down mecha- nism (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with a kick
down mechanism in the accelerator
pedal, it prevents you from driving at
full throttle unintentionally by making
the driver require increased effort to
depress the accelerator pedal. However,
if you depress the pedal more than
approximately 80%, the vehicle can be
at full throttle and the accelerator pedal
will be easier to depress. This is not a
malfunction but a normal condition.
Starting the engine with an igni-
tion key (if equipped)
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Manual Transaxle - Depress the
clutch pedal fully and shift the
transaxle into Neutral. Keep the clutch
pedal and brake pedal depressed
while turning the ignition switch to the
start position.
Automatic Transaxle - Place the
transaxle shift lever in P (Park).
Depress the brake pedal fully.
You can also start the engine when
the shift lever is in the N (Neutral)position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to START and hold it there until the engine starts (a
maximum of 10 seconds), then
release the key.
It should be started without depressing
the accelerator.
4. Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary.
Start driving at moderate engine
speeds. (Steep accelerating and
decelerating should be avoided.)
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING
Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski
boots,etc.) may interfere with your
ability to use the brake, accelera-
tor pedal, and clutch (if equipped).
Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator pedal depressed. The
vehicle can move and lead to anaccident.
Wait until the engine rpm is normal. The vehicle may suddenly move ifthe brake padel is released whenthe rpm is high.CAUTION
If the engine stalls while the vehicle
is in motion, do not attempt to move
the shift lever to the P (Park) posi- tion. If traffic and road conditionspermit, you may put the shift lever inthe N (Neutral) position while the
vehicle is still moving and turn theignition switch to the START position in an attempt to restart the engine.
CAUTION
Do not engage the starter for more than 10 seconds. If the
engine stalls or fails to start, wait 5 to 10 seconds before re-engag-ing the starter. Improper use of the starter may damage it.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the START position with theengine running. It may damagethe starter.

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Starting the engine with a smart
key (if equipped)
✽✽
NOTICE - Kick down mecha- nism (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with a kick
down mechanism in the accelerator
pedal, it prevents you from driving at
full throttle unintentionally by making
the driver require increased effort to
depress the accelerator pedal. However,
if you depress the pedal more than
approximately 80%, the vehicle can be
at full throttle and the accelerator pedal
will be easier to depress. This is not a
malfunction but a normal condition.
1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle.
2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
3. Manual Transaxle - Depress the
clutch pedal fully and shift the
transaxle into Neutral. Keep the clutch
pedal and brake pedal depressed
while starting the engine.
Automatic Transaxle - Place the
transaxle shift lever in P (Park).
Depress the brake pedal fully.
You can also start the engine when
the shift lever is in the N (Neutral)position.
4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP but- ton.
It should be started without depressing
the accelerator.
5. Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary.
Start driving at moderate engine
speeds. (Steep accelerating and
decelerating should be avoided.)
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WARNING
Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski
boots, etc.) may interfere with
your ability to use the brake andaccelerator pedal.
Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator pedal depressed. The
vehicle can move and lead to anaccident.
Wait until the engine rpm is nor- mal. The vehicle may suddenly
move if the brake padel isreleased when the rpm is high.
CAUTION
If the engine stalls while you are in
motion, do not attempt to move the
shift lever to the P (Park) position. If traffic and road conditions permit,you may put the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position while the vehicleis still moving and press the
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Even if the smart key is in the vehicle,if it is far away from you, the engine
may not start.
When the ENGINE START/STOP but- ton is in the ACC position or above, if
any door is opened, the system checks
for the smart key. If the smart key is not
in the vehicle, the “ ”or “KEY OUT”
indicator will blink. And if all doors are
closed, the chime will sound for 5 sec-
onds. The warning will turn off while
the vehicle is moving. Always have the
smart key with you.
✽✽
NOTICE
 If the battery is weak or the smart key does not work correctly, you can start
the engine by pressing the engine
start/stop button with the smart key.
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 When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you
can't start the engine normally.
Replace the fuse with a new one. If it
is not possible, you can start the
engine by pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP button for 10 seconds
while it is in the ACC position. The
engine can start without depressing
the brake pedal. But for your safety
always depress the brake pedal before
starting the engine.
CAUTION
Do not press the ENGINE START/
STOP button for more than 10 sec-
onds except when the stop lamp fuse is blown.WARNING
The engine will start by pressing the
ENGINE START/STOP button, only
when the smart key is in the vehicle.
Never allow children or any person
who is unfamiliar with the vehicle to
touch the ENGINE START/STOP but-
ton or related parts.
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