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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the parking brake is applied
automatically while ACC with LSF is in operation.●ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.
2Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)* P. 361
2 Parking Brake P. 402
●Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down
while the parking brake is applied.●ACC with LSF cannot be set.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)* P. 361
2 Parking Brake P. 402
●Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down
while the vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is
depressed.●ACC with LSF cannot be set.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)* P. 361
●Appears if ACC with LSF is canceled while your vehicle
is automatically sto pped by ACC with LSF.●Immediately depress the brake pedal.
Models with ACC with LSF
* Not available on all models
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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar gr aph in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada).
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is
estimated from the fuel economy of your previous trips.
Shows the time elapsed since Trip A or Trip B was reset.
Shows the average speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada) since Trip A or Trip B was
reset.
Shows the current mode for ACC with LSF.
2 To Switch ACC with LSF to Cruise Control P. 373
Shows you turn-by-turn driv ing directions to your destination linked with the
navigation system.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
■Instant Fuel Economy
■Range
■Elapsed Time
■Average Speed
■Current Mode for ACC with LSF
■Turn-by-Turn Directions
1Elapsed Time
You can change when to reset the elapsed time.
2 Customized Features P. 103, 262
1Average Speed
You can change when to reset the average speed.
2 Customized Features P. 103, 262
Models with ACC with LSF
1Turn-by-Turn Directions
You can select whether the turn-by-turn display
comes on during the route guidance.
2 Customized Features P. 103, 262
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 338
Maximum Load Limit........................ 341
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 343
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 344
Precautions While Driving................. 349
Automatic Transmission ................... 350
Shifting ............................................ 351
SPORT Mode.................................... 355
Cruise Control
*................................ 356
Front Sensor Camera*...................... 359
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
*........................ 361 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .... 375
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ....... 378
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*... 382Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*.... 386Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 393
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 395
Precision All-Wheel SteerTM (P-AWS ®)
System ........................................... 395
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System*.... 396Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 398Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ............. 400
Braking Brake System ....................................... 402
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ............... 407 Brake Assist System .............................. 408
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*.....409Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ..................................... 417
Parking Sensor System
*........................ 418
Cross Traffic Monitor*.......................... 422
Multi-View Rear Camera*..................... 426
Surround View Camera System*.......... 427
Refueling Fuel Information ................................... 437
How to Refuel ...................................... 438
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ......... 439
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions............................................ 439
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uCruise Control*
Driving
Cruise Control*
Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the
accelerator. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a
constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.1Cruise Control*
It may not be possible to maintain a constant speed
when driving uphill or downhill.
When not using cruise control:
Turn off cruise control by pressing the CRUISE
button.
3WARNING
Improper use of the cruise control can lead
to a crash.
Use the cruise control only when traveling
on open highways in good weather.When to use
■Shift positions for cruise control:
In ( D Always keep sufficient distance
between you and the vehicle in
front of you.
■Vehicle speed for cruise control:
Desired speed in a range above
roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
How to useCRUISE MAIN
is on in the
instrument panel.
Cruise control is ready to use.■Press the CRUISE button on
the steering wheel.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uCruise Control*
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Driving
Take your foot off the pedal and press the RES/+/SET/– switch down when you
reach the desired speed.
The moment you release the RES/+/SET/– switch, the set speed is fixed, and cruise
control begins. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on.
■To Set the Vehicle Speed
On when cruise control begins
RES/+/SET/− Switch
Press down and release
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uuWhen Driving uCruise Control*
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Driving
Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+/SET/– switch on the steering
wheel.
• Each time you press the switch up or do wn, the vehicle speed is increased or
decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
• If you keep the switch pressed up or down, the vehicle speed increases or
decreases until you release it . This speed is then set.
To cancel cruise cont rol, do any of the
following:
• Press the CANCEL button.
• Press the CRUISE button.
• Depress the brake pedal.
The CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off.
■To Adjust the Vehicle Speed1To Adjust the Vehicle Speed
You can set the vehicle speed pressing the RES/+/
SET/– switch down on the steering wheel when
adjusting the speed with the accelerator and brake
pedals.
■To Cancel
To decrease speed
To increase speed
1 To Cancel
Resuming the prior set speed:
After cruise control has be en canceled, you can still
resume the prior set speed by pressing the RES/+/
SET/– switch up while driving at a speed of at least
25 mph (40 km/h) or more.
You cannot set or resume in the following situations:
•When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h)
•When the CRUISE button is turned off
At vehicle speeds of 22 m ph (35 km/h) or less, cruise
control is canceled automatically.
CRUISE Button
CANCEL Button
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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
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Driving
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed an d a set following-interval behind a vehicle
detected ahead of yours and, if the detect ed vehicle slows to a stop, decelerates and
stops your vehicle, without you having to keep your foot on the brake or the
accelerator.
When ACC with LSF slows your vehicle by applying the brakes, your vehicle's brake
lights will illuminate.1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
Important Reminder
As with any system, there are limits to ACC with LSF.
Use the brake pedal whenever necessary, and always
keep a safe distance between your vehicle and other
vehicles.
3WARNING
Improper use of ACC with LSF can lead to a
crash.
Use ACC with LSF only when driving on
expressways or freeways and in good
weather conditions.
3WARNING
ACC with LSF has limited braking
capability and may not stop your vehicle
in time to avoid a co llision with a vehicle
that quickly stops in front of you.
Always be prepared to apply the brake
pedal if the cond itions require.
When to use
■Vehicle speed for ACC with LSF: A vehicle is detected ahead within ACC with
LSF range – ACC with LSF operates at speeds up to 90 mph (145 km/h).
No vehicle is detected within ACC with LSF range – ACC with LSF operates at
the speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or above.
■Shift position for ACC with LSF: In (D. The radar sensor is
in the front grille.
The camera is
located behind
the rearview
mirror.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
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Driving
1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
When the MAIN button is pressed, ACC with LSF and
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) are both turned
on or off.
ACC with LSF may not work properly under certain
conditions. 2 ACC with LSF Conditions and Limitations
P. 366
When not using ACC with LSF: Turn off adaptive
cruise by pressing the MAIN button. This also will
turn off the Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).
Do not use ACC with LSF under the following
conditions:
•On roads with heavy traf fic or while driving in
continuous stop and go traffic.
•On roads with sharp turns.
•On roads with steep downhill sections, as the set
vehicle speed can be exceeded by coasting. In such
cases, ACC with LSF will not apply the brakes to
maintain the set speed.
•On roads with toll collection facilities or other
objects between lanes of traffic, or in parking
areas, or faci lities with driv e through access.
How to use
■Press the MAIN button on
the steering wheel. ACC (green) is on in the
instrument panel.
ACC with LSF is ready to
use.
* Not available on all models
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