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Driving the vehicle
Starting on a steep uphillWith the brake pedal depressed, firmly set the parking brake
and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
■ Starting the engine ( P. 158)
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. ( P. 161)
Release the parking brake. ( P. 166)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P or N. ( P. 161)
■Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 166)
Shift the shift lever to P. ( P. 161)
When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.
Turn the engine switch off to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
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Engine (ignition) switch
■Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(The key can be removed only
when the shift lever is in P.)
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
■Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 25 seconds, which-
ever is less. If you turn the engine switch, the engine will keep
cranking for about 30 seconds maximum.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started.
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2
When driving
■
Turning the key from ACC to LOCK
■ Steering lock release
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 105)
■ Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in
the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Caution while driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the ACC position.
Shift the shift lever to P.
(P. 161)
Push in the key and turn to the
LOCK position.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the LOCK posi-
tion. To free it, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel slightly in either direc-
tion.
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2-2. Instrument cluster
2
When driving
Feature customization
The vehicle can be customized while the vehicle is stopped.
Press the SETUP button to select the item you want to cus-
tomize unit.
Press the SELECT RESET butt on to customize the items.
ItemsScreen textSelect in this order
To select Unit A
or Unit B
(P. 186)
UNITS
Door lock/
unlock warning
functionKEYLESS ENTRY
FEEDBACK
Time for auto-
matic door lock
functionKEYLESS ENTRY
RELOCK TIMER
UNITS
KEYLESS ENTRY FEEDBACK
KEYLESS ENTRY RELOCK TIMER
KEYLESS ENTRY ALL DOORS UNLOCK
DOOR AUTO LOCKING
DOOR AUTO UNLOCKING
HEADLAMPS AUTO OFF TIMER
COURTESY LAMPS OFF TIMER
LANGUAGE
DEFAULT SETTING
Unit B
Unit A
LAMPS + TONE*LAMPS
TONE
OFF
60 SECONDS*120 SECONDS
30 SECONDS OFF
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*: Default setting
After customize is complete, press the SETUP button to set
the selected item.
If the customization fails, the previously setting will be displayed.
If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the display change to normal
display.
Double switch
operation to
unlock all the
doors
KEYLESS ENTRY
ALL DOORS
UNLOCK
Automatic door
locking functionDOOR AUTO
LOCKING
Automatic door
unlocking func-
tionDOOR AUTO
UNLOCKING
Time period
before lights
turn off (if a door
is opened and
closed, and
engine switch is
in ACC or
LOCK)
HEADLAMPS AUTO
OFF TIMER
Time period
before lights
turn offCOURTESY LAMPS
OFF TIMER
Selecting the
languageLANGUAGE
Reset to default
settingHOLD RESET
TO RESTORE
DEFAULT SETTINGS
ItemsScreen textSelect in this order
2 PRESSES*1 PRESS
SHIFT OUT
OF PARK
ABOVE 12 MPH*
(20 km/h)
OFF
SHIFT TO PARK*DRIVER DOOR
OPEN
OFF
30 SECONDS*60 SECONDS
90 SECONDS
0 SECONDS
15 SECONDS*30 SECONDS
8 SECONDS
ENGLISH*FRENCH
SPANISH
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Glove boxesUpper glove box Push the button.
Lower glove box Unlock with the master key
Lock with the master key
CAUTION
■Items that should not be left in the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may result in the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
● Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
● Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.
Glove boxes
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When trouble arises5
459
5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 460
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................ 461
If you think something is wrong ............................. 467
Fuel pump shut off system ........................... 468 5-2. Steps to take in
an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................... 469
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with
multi-information
display) .......................... 480
If you have a flat tire......... 486
If the engine will not start ................................ 497
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............ 499
If you lose your keys ........ 500
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..................... 501
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 504
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 507
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................ 509
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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift
type truck
●Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is in the
LOCK position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front
wheels straight.
●When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for tow-
ing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clear-
ance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type
truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.