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Hybrid transmission
Driving mode select switch
*
The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine
braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition,
the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel
economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the hybrid system are shown on the Multi-Information Displays.
- (nsure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
Park button
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake *
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the
“POWER” switch OFF.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. (1) Depress the brake pedal, and
press the “POWER” switch
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Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
AngleLock release lever
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Seats-Head restraints (if equipped)
Front
Lock release button
Seat-Folding down rear seat
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Seat position, cushion angle and height
Lumbar support
Manual seat
Length
The VSC OFF switch can be used to help free a stuck vehicle in surroundings like
mud, dirt or snow. While car is stopped, press switch to disable the TRAC system.
To disable both VSC and TRAC systems, press the switch for at least 3 seconds.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Push
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/TRAC OFF switch
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Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again p 184
p 189
p 187
Seats-Head restraints (if equipped)
Front
Rear center
Lock release buttonLock release button
Rear outboard
Lock release button
(2) Fold down
(1) Release lever
Seat-Folding down rear seat
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Seat position, cushion angle and height
Lumbar support
Manual seatPower seat (if equipped)*
*Driver’s side only
Length
The VSC OFF switch can be used to help free a stuck vehicle in surroundings like
mud, dirt or snow. While car is stopped, press switch to disable the TRAC system.
To disable both VSC and TRAC systems, press the switch for at least 3 seconds.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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Windshield wipers & washers
Front-Intermittent (if equipped)
Front-Auto (Rain-sensing)(if equipped)
pg 202
Windows-Power
UpDown
Window lock switch
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up
and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable. 1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wipers Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Rear (if equipped)
Pull to wash and wipe
Adjust sensitivity
2
Pull to wash and wipe
Adjustment frequency*
Type A
Type A
Type A
Moon roof (if equipped)
Tilting operationSliding operation
Push to wash and wipe
p 198
Recommended open
position to minimize
wind noise
Push once to open partway; again to open
completely.
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Windshield wipers & washers
Interval
wipe
Single wipe
Single wipe Single mist
& wipe
Slow
Off
Off Off
Fast
Front-Intermittent
(if equipped)
Front-Auto (Rain-sensing)(if equipped)
pg 254
pg 256
pg 260
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up
and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable. 1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wipers Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Rear (if equipped)
Pull to wash and wipe
Adjust sensitivity
2Adjust sensitivity2
Pull to wash and wipePull to wash and wipe
Rain-sensing
(AUTO)
Rain-sensing
(AUTO)
Low Low
High High
Adjustment frequency*
Type A
Type A
Type A
Type B
Type B
Type B
Pull to wash and wipe
Adjustment frequency*
Sliding operation
Interval
wipe
Slow
Mist
FastOff
Off
On
Interval
wipe
Off
On
Interval
wipe
Push to wash and wipePush to wash and wipe
Push once to open partway; again to open
completely.
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Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA)
(if equipped)
When the sensors detect an obstacle, the buzzer and MID display informs the
driver of the approximate position and distance of the obstacle by illuminating
continuously (far) or blinking (near).
Note: Use
in the Multi-Information Display (MID) to change settings. The
system will continue in the last state it was in (ON or OFF) when the engine is
started again.
Refer to section S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System) in the
Owner’s Manual for more details.
Corner sensors (front and rear)
Side sensors (front and rear)
pg 544
pg 554
Rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system displays an image of the view from the bumper
of the rear area of the vehicle. The camera for the rear view monitor system is
located above the license plate.
To adjust the image on the rear view monitor screen, press the “SETUP” button
and select “Display” on the “Setup” screen. Select “Camera” to adjust the
screen contrast and brightness.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system.
Cruise control
1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Turning system ON/OFF
Functions
System ON/OFF
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Set
Clock
To adjust the time, use meter control switches to go to the screen on the MID.
Then, select the
option to access the clock setting.
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Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA)
(if equipped)
When the sensors detect an obstacle, the buzzer and MID display informs the
driver of the approximate position and distance of the obstacle by illuminating
continuously (far) or blinking (near).
Note: Use
in the Multi-Information Display (MID) to change settings. The
system will continue in the last state it was in (ON or OFF) when the engine is
started again.
Refer to section S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System) in the
Owner’s Manual for more details.
Corner sensors (front and rear)
Side sensors (front and rear)
Front
center sensor
Rear
center sensor
pg 359
Rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system displays an image of the view from the bumper
of the rear area of the vehicle. The camera for the rear view monitor system is
located above the license plate.
To adjust the image on the rear view monitor screen, press the “SETUP” button
and select “Display” on the “Setup” screen. Select “Camera” to adjust the
screen contrast and brightness.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system.1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Increase speed
To adjust the time, use meter control switches to go to the screen on the MID.
Then, select the
option to access the clock setting.
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Keep as low on
hips as possible
Take up slack
Too high
Seat belts
Push up, or squeeze
lock release to lower
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
If the Tire Pressure Warning indicator “” illuminates without blinking, adjust
tire pressures to factory-specified levels.
The light will turn off after a few
minutes. The warning light may come on due to temperature changes or changes
in tire pressure from natural air lea Nage.
,f the tire pressure indicator