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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 571)
Flat Tire (P 573, 580)
● Park in a safe location and replace the 
flat tire with the compact spare tire
* in 
the trunk, or repair the flat tire using the 
tire repair kit
*.
Indicators Come On 
(P 601)
● Identify the indicator and consult the 
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start 
(P 592)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a 
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 607)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical 
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 599)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see 
steam under the hood, open the hood, 
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing 
(P 611)
●Call a professional towing service if you 
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash twice, and the  driver’s door and fuel fill door unlock.
Twice: u The remaining doors unlock.1Using the Remote Transmitter
If the distance at which the remote transmitter works 
varies, the batter y is probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a 
button, the battery is dead.
2 Replacing the Button Battery  P. 560
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features  P. 124, 328
Models with driver information interface
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
If the remote battery or the vehicle batte ry is dead, use the key instead of the 
remote. Fully insert the key and turn it.
■Locking the driver’s door
Push the lock tab forward 
a or push the 
master door lock switch in the lock direction 
b, and close the door.
■Locking the passenger’s doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
■Lockout prevention system
The doors cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch.
The doors cannot be locked when the sm art entry remote is inside the vehicle.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all the 
other doors lock at the same  time. When unlocking, 
the driver’s door unlocks first. Turn the key a second 
time within a few seconds  to unlock the remaining 
doors.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2 Customized Features  P. 124, 328
Models with driver information interfaceLock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors 
lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand when you 
lock the driver’s door or any of the other doors, 
otherwise you may end up lo cking the key inside the 
vehicle.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically  sets when the following conditions have 
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK 
(0*1, and the key has been removed from the 
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked with  the key, the remote transmitter, or smart entry system
*.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm  indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the 
blinking interval changes after about 15 se conds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canc eled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote 
transmitter, smart entry system
*, or the ignition swit ch is turned to ON (w*1. The 
security system indicator go es off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone 
is in the vehicle or a window  is open. The system can 
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with the trunk opener on the 
driver’s door or the emergency trunk opener.
•Opening the hood with the hood release.
•Taking the transmission out of ( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the 
security system alarm, the security alarm may activate 
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the  remote transmitter or 
smart entry system
*.
Do not alter the system or  add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.
Continuously variable transmission models
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uAudio System Theft Protection
Features
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is di sconnected from the power source, such as 
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system 
may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.
■Reactivating th e audio system
1. Turn the ignition  switch to ON 
(w*1.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio  system power button for  more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reac tivated when the audio co ntrol unit establishes a 
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize 
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the 
parking brake is applied, you can ma nually or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any 
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which 
position the ignition switch
*1 is in.
Pull the electric parkin g brake switch up gently 
and securely. u The parking brake and brake system 
indicator comes on.
■To release
The ignition switch must be ON 
(w*1 in order 
to release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake and brake system 
indicator goes off.
Manually releasing the parking brake using 
the switch helps your ve hicle start slowly and 
smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Parking Brake1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system 
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you 
apply or release the parking brake, or turn the 
ignition switch to LOCK 
( 0*1. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly  move due to the electric 
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or 
release the parking br ake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or  release the parking brake if the 
battery goes dead. 2 Jump Starting  P. 595
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake 
switch while driving, the brakes on all four wheels 
are applied by the VSA
® system until the vehicle 
come to a stop. The electric parking brake then 
applies, and the switch should be released.
In the following situations, the parking brake 
automatically operates.
•When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake 
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
•When the driver’s seat  belt is unfastened while 
your vehicle is stopped  and the brake hold system 
is applied.
•When the engine is turned off while the brake hold 
system is applied.
•When there is a problem with the brake hold 
system while brake hold is applied.
•When the vehicle is stops more than 10 minutes 
while ACC with LSF is activated.Models with ACC with LSF
Electric Parking 
Brake Switch
Electric Parking 
Brake Switch
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the 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 information display
*/driver information 
interface* will display a warning message. If 
this happens, have your vehicle inspected by a 
dealer.
Check the battery te rminals for corrosion 
monthly.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system  P. 214
•The clock* resets.
2 Adjusting the Clock  P. 134
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
•
The immobilizer system needs to be reset.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator  P. 86
1Battery
WARNING:   Battery post, terminals, 
and related accessories contain lead 
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
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.
Canadian models only
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns 
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check 
each of the items on the right and 
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the dr iver information interface.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button  message appears2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 593
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range  P. 164
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2Battery  P. 558●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses  P. 607
The starter turns over normally 
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the 
fuse. Check each of the items on 
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
 Starting the Engine  P. 424, 427
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is  blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System  P. 156
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge  P. 109
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the  vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses  P. 610
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing  P. 611
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an 
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting  P. 595
Models with smart entry system
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