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uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Safety Precautions
Safe Driving
■Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying 
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. 
Remember, situations can change quickly, and  only you can decide when it is safe to 
divert some attention away from driving.
■Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash  injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher 
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious  injuries can also occur at lower speeds. 
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum 
speed posted.
■Keep your vehicle  in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition 
frequently, and perform all regul arly scheduled maintenance.
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
ECON Mode 
Indicator*
●Comes on when you press the 
ECON button.2ECON Button* P. 440
CRUISE MAIN  
Indicator*
●Comes on when you press the 
CRUISE  button.
2Cruise Control *  P. 441—
CRUISE 
CONTROL 
Indicator
*
●Comes on if you have set a speed 
for cruise control.
2 Cruise Control *  P. 441—
Washer Level 
Indicator*
●Comes on when the washer fluid 
gets low.●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid  
P. 535—
Maintenance 
Minder 
Indicator
*
●Comes on for a few seconds 
when you turn the  ignition switch 
to ON 
(w*1, then goes off.●Comes on when the scheduled 
maintenance is due soon.
2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 511—
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages*
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*
The following messages appear only on the dr iver information interface. Press the   (display/information) button to see the message 
again with the system  message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears if any door or the trunk is not completely 
closed.
●Appears if any door or the trunk is opened while 
driving. The beeper sounds.
●Goes off when all doors and the trunk are closed.
●Appears when the washer fluid gets low.●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid  P. 535
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due 
soon.
●Consequently, Maintenance Due Now  and 
Maintenance Past Due  follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver 
Information Interface  P. 517
●Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on 
the battery.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Checking the Battery  P. 558
●Appears along with the battery charging system 
indicator when the batte ry is not charging.●Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger to 
reduce electricity consumption.
2If the Charging System Indicator Comes On  P. 601
Canadian models
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Turbo Engine Vehicle*
Handling Precautions
The turbocharger is a high-precision device to obtain greater horsepower by 
delivering a large volume of compressed air  into the engine using a turbine driven by 
the engine’s exhaust gas pressure.
• When the engine is cold just after sta rting, avoid revving the engine or sudden 
acceleration.
• Always replace the engine oil and engine oil filter according to the Maintenance 
Minder. The turbine rotates at very  high speeds over 100,000 rpm and its 
temperature reaches over 1,292°F (700°C). It  is lubricated and cooled by engine 
oil. If you fail to replace the engine oil and filter at the scheduled distance or 
interval, deteriorated engine oil may cause failure such as sticking and abnormal 
noise of the turbine bearing.1 Turbo Engine Vehicle*
The scheduled maintenance  intervals for replacing 
the filter is indicated on the driver information 
interface. Follow the information of when to replace 
them. 2 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 511
The temperature gauge pointer is at the   mark 
when you restart the engi ne after driving under high 
load conditions such as at high speed or in hilly 
terrain. This is normal.  The gauge goes down after 
you idle or drive the vehi cle for about one minute.
H
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Performing Maintenance uSafety When Performing Maintenance
Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safe ty precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every  conceivable hazard that can arise in 
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform 
a given task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames 
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a co mmercially available degreas er or parts cleaner, not 
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and protective clothi ng when working with the battery or 
compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
u Make sure your vehicle is parked on le vel ground, the parking brake is set, and 
the engine is off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
u Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before 
touching vehicle parts.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
u Do not start the engine unless instruct ed, and keep your hands and limbs away 
from moving parts.
■Maintenance Safety
■Vehicle Safety
1 Safety When Performing Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or 
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving 
can cause a crash in which you can be 
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and 
maintenance recommendations according 
to the schedules in  this owner’s manual.
3WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance 
instructions and precautions can cause you 
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and 
precautions in this owner’s manual.
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