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uuParking Your Vehicle uParking Sensor System*
Driving
Parking Sensor System*
The corner and center sensors monitor obst acles near your vehicle. The beeper and
audio/information screen let you know the approximate distance between your
vehicle and the obstacle.
■The sensor location and range
1 Parking Sensor System*
Even when the system is on, always confirm if there is
no obstacle near your ve hicle before parking.
The system may not work properly when:
•The sensors are covered with snow, ice, mud or
dirt, etc.
•The vehicle is on uneven su rface, such as grass,
bumpy road, or a hill.
•The vehicle has been out in hot or cold weather.•The system is affected by devices that emit
ultrasonic waves.
•Driving in bad weather.
The system may not sense:
•Thin or low objects.•Sonic-absorptive materials, such as snow, cotton,
or sponge.
•Objects directly under the bumper.
Do not put any accessories on or around the sensors.
Within about 28 in (70 cm) or less
Front Corner Sensors
Rear Corner Sensors
Rear Center Sensors
Within about 45 in (115 cm) or lessFront Center Sensors
* Not available on all models
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uuParking Your Vehicle uParking Sensor System*
Driving
■When the distance between your vehicl e and obstacles behind becomes shorter
*1: At this stage, only the ce nter sensors detect obstacles.
Length of the
intermittent beepDistance between the Bumper and ObstacleIndicatorAudio/information screenCorner SensorsCenter Sensors
Moderate—
Rear: About 45-28 in (115-70 cm)
Front: About 39-28 in
(100-70 cm)
Blinks in Yellow*1
ShortAbout 28-18 in (70-45 cm) About 28-18 in (70-45 cm)
Blinks in Amber
Very shortAbout 18-14 in (45-35 cm) About 18-14 in (45-35 cm)
ContinuousAbout 14 in
(35 cm) or lessAbout 14 in
(35 cm) or lessBlinks in Red
Indicators light where the
sensor detects an obstacle
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uuParking Your Vehicle uCross Traffic Monitor
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Driving
An arrow icon appears on the side a vehicle is approaching on the audio/information
screen.
■When the System Detects a Vehicle1Cross Traffic Monitor
The parking sensor system’s alerting buzzer overrides
the Cross Traffic Monitor buzzer when the sensors
are detecting obstacles at the closest range.
Models with parking sensor system
1When the System Detects a Vehicle
If the on the lower right changes to in amber
when the transmission is in
( R, mud snow or ice, etc.
may have accumulated in th e vicinity of the sensor.
The system is temporarily canceled. Check the
bumper corners for any obs tructions, and thoroughly
clean the area if necessary.
If the comes on when the transmission is in
( R,
there may be a problem with the Cross Traffic
Monitor system. Do not use the system and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
If the display remains the same with the transmission
in
( R, there may be a problem with the rear camera
system and the Cross Traffic Monitor system.
Do not use the system and have your vehicle checked
by a dealer.
Wide View
Normal View Arrow Icon
Models with multi-view rear camera system
Top Down View
Rear Normal View
Rear Wide View
Rear Ground View Arrow Icon
Models with surround view camera system
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uuParking Your Vehicle uCross Traffic Monitor
Driving
You can switch on and off the system using the audio/information screen.
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select Camera Settings, then press .
3. Rotate to select Cross Traffic Monitor , then press .
4. Rotate to select On or Off , then press .
5. Press the BACK button to exit the menu.
■Cross Traffic Monitor On and Off
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Maintenance
12-Volt Battery
Checking the 12-Volt Battery
The condition of the battery is monitored by a
sensor located on the negative terminal of the
battery. If there is a problem with this sensor,
the multi-information display (MID) will
display a warning message. If this happens,
have you vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Check the battery terminals for corrosion
monthly.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Refer to navigation system manual
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 136
•The navigation system is disabled.
2 Refer to navigation system manual
Charging the AGM Battery
AGM labeled batteries like those installed in your vehicle require a compatible
charger to be properly charged. Damage to the battery can result if the battery is
charged improperly or with the wrong equi pment. For more information on how to
charge your vehicle’s AGM battery, consult a dealer.
112-Volt Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Battery
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375Continued
Maintenance
Cleaning
Interior Care
Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.
■Cleaning Seat Belts
1Interior Care
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle. Electrical
devices and systems may ma lfunction if liquids are
splashed on them.
Do not use silicone based sp rays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches. Doing so may
cause the items to malfunction or cause a fire inside
the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their compos ition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-ba sed parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemical s, make sure to gently wipe them
away using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
Opening
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire*
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Push the rear edge of the handle on the
floor lid and open the lid.
2. Take out the cargo floor box.
3. Take the jack, wheel nut wrench, and jack
handle bar out of the tool case.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1Changing a Flat Tire*
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
The wheel nut wrench supplied with your vehicle is
specially adapted to fit th e holder shaft. Do not use
any other tool.
The subwoofer is located on the rear right side. Do
not store anything in th is area. Doing so may
compromise vehicle audio performance.
Handle
Cargo Floor Box
Tool Case
* Not available on all models
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407Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift up on
the outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt Battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Engine
CoverPin
Booster Battery
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