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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
POWER Button
■Changing the Power Mode1POWER Button
POWER Button Operating Range
You can start the power system when the keyless
access remote is inside the vehicle.
The power system may also start if the keyless access
remote is close to the door or window, even if it is
outside the vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is of f, if the engine is running.
If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the multi-information
display. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 530
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating RangeVEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in th e button is off.
The power to all electrical components is turned
off.
Press the button.
Without pressing
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Operate the audio system and other accessories
in this position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be used.
Indicator
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uPOWER Button
Controls
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the transmission in (P and the
power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automa tically goes into the mode similar to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid the 12-volt battery drain.
When in this mode, you cannot lock or unlock doors with the remote transmitter or
the keyless access system.
Press the POWER button to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
If you open the driver’s doo r when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning
buzzer sounds.
■Automatic Power Off
■Power Mode Reminder
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uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
Driving
3. Press the POWER button without
depressing the accelerator pedal.
u The Ready To Drive message appears
on the multi-information display.
u When the ambient temperature is
extremely low, the vehicle does not move
until certain conditions are met.
A warning message appears instead of
Ready To Drive .
2Multi-Information Display Warning
and Information Messages P. 99
uIf the High Voltage battery is fully
charged, the gasoline engine may not
start.
u If the High Voltage battery charge level is
low, the gasoline engine starts.
You can turn the power system off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Select
(P.
2. Press the POWER button.
1Turning on the Power
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly coded de vice is used, the power
system does not activate. 2 Immobilizer System P. 149
Bring the keyless access remote close to the POWER
button if the battery in the keyless access remote is
weak.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 530
The power system may not activate if the keyless
access remote is subjecte d to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the POWER button to start the power
system.
If the power system does not start, wait at least 30
seconds before trying again.
■Stopping the Power System
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the keyle ss access remote.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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uuRemote Transmitter Care uReplacing the Button Battery
Maintenance
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
u As a convenience, lightly place masking
tape over the remote buttons to hold
them in place.
2. Remove the upper half by carefully prying
on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Press down on the center of the assembly
and remove the battery.
u When removing the button battery, be
careful not to touch parts around it.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
The Remote transmitter is equipped with two
batteries: A standard replaceable CR2032 coin
button battery and an in tegral non-replaceable
rechargeable battery. To prevent permanent damage
to the rechargeable battery, replace the CR2032
battery every three to four years.
Models with remote control engine start system
Models with remote control engine start system
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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509
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 510
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 511
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 523
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 529
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 530
Emergency Power System Off........... 531
Jump Starting .................................... 532
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 535 Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ...... 537
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 537
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 538
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 538
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On .............................. 539
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On............................................. 539
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 540 If the Transmission I
ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 541
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 542
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 547
Emergency Towing ........................... 548
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 549
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ..... 550
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 551
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready to Drive message
does not appear on the multi-information display, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or multi-
information display
messages come on.The Temperature is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages P. 92
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2POWER Button Operating Range P. 155
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 530
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission indicator blinks and Transmission Problem
Apply Parking Brake When Parked message appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message P. 541
Check the brightness
of the interior lights.The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check al l fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 547
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Change the gear position to (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system in
dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 85
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 532
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uuPower System Won’t Start uIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Re mote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the multi-information di splay, and the indicator on the POWER button
flashes, the READY indicator does not come on.
Turn on the power system as follows. 1.Touch the center of the POWER button
with the A logo on the keyless access
remote while the indicator on the POWER
button is flashing. The buttons on the
keyless access remote should be facing you.
u The indicator flashes for about 30
seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
POWER button within 10 seconds after the
beeper sounds while the indicator stays on.
u If you do not depress the pedal, the
mode will change to ACCESSORY.
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