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DRIVING TIPS
54P00-01E
52D078S
Running-inCatalytic converter
80G106
The purpose of the catalytic converter is to
minimize the amount of harmful pollutants
in your vehicle’s exhaust. Use of leaded
fuel in vehicles equipped with catalytic
converters is prohibited, because lead
deactivates the pollutant-reducing compo-
nents of the catalyst system.
The converter is designed to last the life of
the vehicle under normal usage and when
unleaded fuel is used. No special mainte-
nance is required on the converter. How-
ever, it is very important to keep the engine
properly tuned. Engine misfiring, which can
result from an improperly tuned engine,
may cause overheating of the catalytic
converter. This may result in permanent
WA R N I N G
• Fasten your seat belts at all times.
Even though air bags are equipped
at the front seating positions, the
driver and all passengers should
be properly restrained at all times,
using the seat belts provided. Refer
to “Seat belts and child restraint
systems” section for instructions
on proper use of the seat belts.
• Never drive under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs. Alcohol and
drugs can seriously impair your
ability to drive safely, greatly
increasing the risk of injury to
yourself and others. You should
also avoid driving when you are
tired, sick, irritated or under stress.
NOTICE
The future performance and reliabil-
ity of the engine depends on the care
and restraint exercised during its
early life. It is especially important to
observe the following precautions
during the first 960 km (600 miles) of
vehicle operation.
• After starting, do not race the
engine. Warm it up gradually.
• Avoid prolonged vehicle operation
at a constant speed. Moving parts
will break in better if you vary your
speed.
• Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid
full throttle starts.
• Avoid hard braking, especially
during the first 320 km (200 miles)
of driving.
• Do not drive slowly with the trans-
axle in a high gear.
• Drive the vehicle at moderate
engine speeds.
• Do not tow a trailer during the first
960 km (600 miles) of vehicle oper-
ation.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
54P00-01E
USB socket (if equipped)
54P000512
Connect your portable digital music player,
etc. to this socket to enjoy music through
the vehicle’s audio system. Refer to “Audio
system (Type A / Type B) (if equipped)” in
this section.
Sunroof (if equipped)
You can tilt or slide the sunroof by operating
the sunroof switch after pressing the engine
switch to change the ignition mode to “ON”.
65D612
• Close the sunroof when you leave the
vehicle unattended.
• Periodically inspect the guide rail for dirt
and clean it if any dirt has accumulated.
WA R N I N G
• Never allow any part of your body
such as hands or head to get out of
the sunroof opening while the vehi-
cle is moving.
• Fasten your seat belts and use child
restraints at all times. In an acci-
dent, you could be thrown from the
vehicle through an open sunroof.
• Check that there are no hands or
other obstructions in the path of the
sunroof when you close the sunroof.
• Always take the keyless push start
system remote controller with you
when leaving the vehicle even if
only for a short time. Also do not
leave children alone in a parked
vehicle. Unattended children could
use the sunroof switches and get
trapped by the sunroof.
NOTICE
• Do not put your body weight on the
roof around the sunroof such as by
sitting on it.
• Remove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the sunroof before open-
ing.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
54P00-01E
Cargo net hooks (if equipped)
54P000521
You can hook an optional net to these
hooks.
These hooks are not designed for large or
heavy items.
Luggage restraint loops
54P000522
Four luggage restraint loops are provided
on the luggage compartment floor. An
optional rubber net can be hooked to these
loops to help keep cargo from moving
around in the luggage compartment during
normal driving.
NOTICE
To avoid breaking the hooks, do not
hang large or heavy items.
EXAMPLEEXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
The luggage restraint loops and
optional rubber net can be used to
help keep lightweight cargo from
moving around in the luggage com-
partment during normal driving. They
are neither capable of nor intended
for preventing cargo from being
thrown around in a crash.
Place heavier objects on the floor and
as far forward in the cargo area as
possible. Never pile cargo higher
than the top of the seat backs.
WA R N I N G
Do not attach the child restraint top
strap to the luggage restraint loops.
Incorrectly attached top strap will
reduce the intended effectiveness of
the child restraint system.
NOTICE
If you secure objects heavier than 40
kg (88 lbs) with the luggage restraint
loops, the loops can be damaged in a
sudden stop or crash.
Use the luggage restraint loops only
for securing objects lighter than 40
kg (88 lbs).
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SUPPLEMENT
54P00-01E
For Australia
Built date
Built date is located on vehicle identifica-
tion plate.
“Built Date” means – the calendar month
and the year in which the body shell and
power train sub-assemblies are conjoined
and the vehicle is driven or moved from the
production line.
Temporary-use spare tire (compact spare tire)
Temporary spare tires fitted to this vehicle
must have a maximum load rating of not
less than 850 kg, or a load index of “102”
and a speed category symbol of not less
than “M” (130 km/h).
Drive with caution when the temporary-use
spare unit is fitted. Reinstall standard unit
as soon as possible.
Child restraintChild restraint top tether anchorage brackets
54P000249
Some child restraint systems require the
use of a top tether strap. Top tether
anchorage brackets are provided in your
vehicle at the locations shown in the illus-
tration. The number of the top tether
anchorage brackets provided in your vehi-
cle depends on the vehicle specification. Tire size T135/90R16 102M
Rim size 16 x 4J
Cold tire pressure 420 kPa (60 psi)
WA R N I N G
Child restraint anchorages are
designed to withstand only those
loads imposed by correctly fitted
child restraints. Under no circum-
stances are they to be used for adult
seat belts, harnesses or for attaching
other items or equipment to the vehi-
cle.EXAMPLEFront
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SUPPLEMENT
54P00-01E
54P001207
Remove the head restraint before anchor-
ing the top tether strap. After anchoring the
top tether strap, check that the top tether
strap passes as shown in the illustration.
Follow the above procedure in reverse
when removing the top tether strap.
Please refer to “Seat belts and child
restraint systems” section in “BEFORE
DRIVING” section for details on securing
your child.
Rear-facing child restraint
58MS030
If you must use a forward-facing child
restraint in the front passenger’s seat,
move the front passenger’s seat as far
back as possible. Please refer to “Seat
belts and child restraint systems” in
“BEFORE DRIVING” section for details on
securing your child.
Air bag symbol meaning
72M00150
You may find this label on the sun visor.
Front
EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
Do not use a rearward facing child
restraint on a seat protected by an air
bag in front of it.
WA R N I N G
Do not install a rear-facing child
restraint in the front passenger’s
seat. If the passenger’s front air bag
inflates, a child in a rear-facing child
restraint could be killed or severely
injured. The back of a rear-facing
child restraint would be too close to
the inflating air bag.
WA R N I N G
NEVER use a rearward facing child
restraint on a seat protected by an
ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH
or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD
can occur.
EXAMPLE
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INDEX
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54P00-01E
INDEX
Symbols
“ENG A-STOP OFF” light .................................................. 2-101
“ENG A-STOP” indicator light .......................................... 2-101
Numerics
4WD warning light ............................................................... 2-98
A
Accelerator pedal................................................................. 3-12
Accessory socket .................................................................. 5-8
Adding coolant..................................................................... 7-27
AIR BAG light .............................................................. 2-51, 2-93
Air cleaner ............................................................................ 7-28
Air conditioning system ...................................................... 7-59
AM/FM CD PLAYER ............................................................. 5-40
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................................... 3-75, 3-77
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ..................... 2-91
Anti-theft feature .................................................................. 5-83
Assist grips .......................................................................... 5-11
Audio system ....................................................................... 5-40
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light ......... 2-97
Automatic heating and air conditioning system
(climate control) ................................................................... 5-32
Automatic light operation ................................................. 2-104
Average fuel consumption.................................................. 2-67
Average speed ..................................................................... 2-67
B
Battery .................................................................................. 7-39
Battery replacement ................................................... 2-14, 7-39
Bluetooth
® audio ................................................................. 5-78
Bluetooth® hands-free......................................................... 5-70Brake assist system............................................................. 3-75
Brake fluid............................................................................. 7-33
Brake pedal ..................................................................3-12, 7-34
Brake system warning light ................................................ 2-90
Brakes ................................................................................... 7-33
Braking .................................................................................. 3-74
Brightness control ............................................................... 2-65
Built date ............................................................................... 12-1
Bulb replacement ................................................................. 7-45
C
Cargo net hooks ................................................................... 5-17
Catalytic converter ................................................................. 4-1
Central door locking system ................................................. 2-3
Changing engine oil and filter............................................. 7-23
Changing wheels.................................................................... 8-4
Charging light ....................................................................... 2-93
Chassis serial number ......................................................... 10-1
Child restraint ..............................................................2-40, 12-1
Child restraint system ......................................................... 2-40
Child restraint systems ....................................................... 2-37
Child-proof locks (rear door) ................................................ 2-5
Clock ............................................................................2-67, 5-15
Clutch pedal.................................................................3-12, 7-32
Coat hooks............................................................................ 5-11
Compact spare tire............................................................... 7-38
Coolant level check.............................................................. 7-27
Coolant replacement............................................................ 7-28
Corrosion prevention............................................................. 9-1
Cruise control ....................................................................... 3-42
Cup holder and storage area .............................................. 5-13
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INDEX
54P00-01E
Fuel gauge ............................................................................ 2-64
Fuel pump labeling .............................................................. 12-4
Fuel recommendation .................................................. 1-1, 12-3
Full wheel cover ..................................................................... 8-5
Fuses .................................................................................... 7-41
Fuses in engine compartment ............................................ 7-41
Fuses under dashboard ...................................................... 7-43
G
Gasoline containing MTBE ................................................. 12-4
Gasoline engine ..................................................................... 1-1
Gasoline-ethanol blends .............................................. 1-1, 12-4
Gasoline-methanol blends ........................................... 1-1, 12-4
Gear oil ................................................................................. 7-30
Gear oil change .................................................................... 7-32
Gear oil level check ............................................................. 7-31
Gearshift indicator ...................................................... 2-71, 3-21
Glove box ............................................................................. 5-12
Glove box light .............................................................. 5-6, 7-55
Glow plug indicator light................................................... 2-100
H
Hazard warning switch ...................................................... 2-110
Head restraints............................................................ 2-23, 2-26
Headlight leveling switch .................................................. 2-108
Heated rear window switch / heated outside
rearview mirror switch ...................................................... 2-115
Heating and air conditioning system ................................. 5-23
Heating system .................................................................... 5-25
Highway driving ..................................................................... 4-3
Hill descent control indicator light..................................... 2-92
Hill descent control switch ................................................. 3-80
Hill descent control system ................................................ 3-79Hill hold control system ...................................................... 3-82
Horn ..................................................................................... 2-115
How ABS works.................................................................... 3-76
I
Ignition key reminder ............................................................. 2-2
Ignition switch ........................................................................ 3-3
Illumination indicator light .................................................. 2-98
Immobilizer system ................................................................ 2-1
Immobilizer/keyless push start system warning light ...... 2-94
Improving fuel economy........................................................ 4-2
Information display ........................................... 2-66, 3-43, 3-46
Inside rearview mirror.......................................................... 2-20
Installation of child restraint with top tether ..................... 2-47
Installation of radio frequency transmitters ...................... 5-39
Installation with ISOFIX type anchorages.......................... 2-46
Installation with lap-shoulder seat belts ............................ 2-45
Instantaneous fuel consumption ........................................ 2-67
Instrument cluster ................................................................ 2-63
Instrument panel pocket...................................................... 5-14
Interior light ...................................................................5-5, 7-54
Interior workable area for engine starting ........................... 3-9
J
Jacking instructions .............................................................. 8-1
Jump-starting instructions.................................................... 8-8
K
Keyless entry system transmitter................................2-6, 2-13
Keyless push start system .................................................... 3-6
Keyless push start system remote controller ..............2-6, 2-7
Keys......................................................................................... 2-1
L
Lap-shoulder belt ................................................................. 2-30
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INDEX
54P00-01E
Replacing tires and/or wheels ............................................ 3-91
Reversing light ..................................................................... 7-52
Roof rails or roof rack anchors .......................................... 5-19
Running-in .............................................................................. 4-1
S
Seat adjustment .......................................................... 2-21, 2-24
Seat belt inspection ............................................................. 2-37
Seat belt pretensioner system............................................ 2-48
Seat belt reminder ............................................................... 2-34
Seat belt warning ................................................................. 12-3
Seat belts and child restraint systems .............................. 2-28
Seat height adjustment lever .............................................. 2-22
Seat position adjustment lever........................................... 2-22
Seatback angle adjustment lever .............................. 2-22, 2-25
Selection of coolant............................................................. 7-26
Selection of ignition modes .................................................. 3-7
Setting mode ........................................................................ 2-71
Shopping hook..................................................................... 5-16
Shoulder anchor height adjuster ....................................... 2-36
Side air bags and side curtain air bags ............................. 2-55
Side door locks ...................................................................... 2-2
Side turn signal light ........................................................... 7-46
Spark plugs .......................................................................... 7-29
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................. 11-1
Specified oil................................................................. 7-20, 12-4
Speed limiter ........................................................................ 3-45
Speedometer ........................................................................ 2-64
Stability control system ...................................................... 3-77
Starting engine
(vehicle with keyless push start system) .......................... 3-14Starting engine
(vehicle without keyless push start system) ..................... 3-12
Steering ................................................................................. 7-35
Stuck vehicle .......................................................................... 4-5
Sun visor ................................................................................. 5-4
Sunroof ................................................................................... 5-9
Supplemental restraint system (air bags).......................... 2-50
T
Tachometer ........................................................................... 2-64
Tailgate.................................................................................... 2-5
Temperature gauge .............................................................. 2-65
Temporary-use spare tire (compact spare tire)................. 12-1
Theft deterrent alarm system .............................................. 12-5
Theft deterrent light ............................................................. 2-16
Thermometer ........................................................................ 2-67
Tilt/telescoping steering lock lever .................................. 2-114
Tire chains .............................................................................. 4-4
Tire changing tool .................................................................. 8-1
Tire inspection...................................................................... 7-36
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) .......................... 3-83
Tire rotation .......................................................................... 7-38
Tires....................................................................................... 7-36
Towing................................................................................... 8-10
Traction control system ...................................................... 3-77
Trailer hitch installation points ............................................. 6-5
Trailer towing.......................................................................... 6-1
Transfer oil............................................................................ 7-30
Trip meter.............................................................................. 2-71
Turn signal control lever ................................................... 2-108
Turn signal indicators.......................................................... 2-98
Turn signal operation ........................................................ 2-109