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Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
The ignition switch does 
not turn from 
(0 to (q*1. 
Why?
●The steering wheel may be locked.
●Try to turn the steering wheel left and 
right while turning the ignition key.
●Move the steering wheel left and right 
after pressing the  ENGINE START/STOP  button at the same 
time.
The ignition switch does 
not turn from 
(q to (0 and 
I cannot remove the key. 
Why?
The power mode does not 
change from ACCESSORY 
to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). 
Why?
The shift lever should be moved to (P.
Why does the brake pedal 
pulsate slightly when 
applying the brakes?This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a 
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never 
pump the brake pedal.
U.S. models with manual transmission
U.S. models without smart entry system
Canadian modelsModels without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
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The rear door cannot be 
opened from inside the 
vehicle. Why?Check if the childproof lock is in the 
lock position. If so, open the rear door 
with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the lever 
to the unlock position.
Why do the doors lock 
after I unlocked the doors?If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are 
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper 
sound when I open the 
driver’s door?The beeper sounds when:
●The exterior lights are left on.
●The key is left in the ignition switch.
●The power mode is in ACCESSORY.
Why does the beeper 
sound when I start driving?The beeper sounds when the driver and/or front passenger are 
not wearing their seat belts.
Why do I hear a screeching 
sound when I apply the 
brake pedal?The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle 
inspected by a dealer.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
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■Proper use of seat belts
Follow these guidelines  for proper use:
• All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that position 
for the duration of the trip.  Slouching and leaning reduc e the effectiveness of the 
belt and can increase the chance  of serious injury in a crash.
• Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or 
behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.
• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very 
seriously injured in a crash.
• Do not put any accessories on the seat be lts. Devices intended to improve comfort 
or reposition the shoulder part of a seat be lt can reduce the protective capability 
and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use. If 
the ignition switch is turned to ON 
(w*1 
before the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the 
beeper will sound and the indicator will blink. 
If the driver does not fasten the belt before 
the beeper stops, the indicator will remain on.
The beeper will periodically sound and the 
indicator will blink while driving until the 
driver’s and/or the front passenger’s seat belt 
is fastened.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Seat Belt Reminder
1 About Your Seat Belts
If a rear seat passenger moves around and extends 
the seat belt, the lockable retractor may activate. If 
this happens, release the  retractor by unfastening the 
seat belt and allow the belt to retract completely. 
Then refasten the belt.
1 Seat Belt Reminder
The indicator will also come on if a front passenger 
does not fasten their seat belt within six seconds after 
the ignition switch is turned to ON 
(w*1.
When no one is sitting in th e front passenger’s seat, 
the indicator will not come  on and the beeper will not 
sound.
The indicator also may no t come on and the beeper 
may not sound when the occupant is not heavy 
enough to trigger the weight  sensor. Such occupants 
(e.g., infants and smaller  children) should be moved 
to the rear seat as a deploying front airbag likely will 
injure or kill them. 2 Protecting Child Passengers  P. 57
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uuAirbags uTypes of Airbags
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Safe Driving
Types of Airbags
Your vehicle is equipped wi th three types of airbags:
• Front airbags: Airbags in front of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats.
• Side airbags:  Airbags in the driver’s and  front passenger’s seat-backs.
• Side curtain airbags:  Airbags above the side windows.
Each is discussed in the following pages.
Front Airbags (SRS)
The front SRS airbags inflate in a moderate-to-severe frontal collision to help protect 
the head and chest of the driver and/or front passenger.
SRS  (Supplemental Restraint System) indica tes that the airbags are designed to 
supplement seat belts, not replace them . Seat belts are the occupant’s primary 
restraint system.
The front airbags are housed in the center  of the steering wheel for the driver, and 
in the dashboard for the front pass enger. Both airbags are marked SRS AIRBAG.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Housing Locations
1 Types of Airbags
The airbags can inflate whenever the ignition switch 
is in ON 
(w*1.
After an airbag inflates in a crash, you may see a 
small amount of smoke. This is from the combustion 
process of the infl ator material and  is not harmful. 
People with respiratory pr oblems may experience 
some temporary discomfort. If  this occurs, get out of 
the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
1 Front Airbags (SRS)
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags 
(SRS)
Your vehicle is equipped wi th dual-stage, multiple-
threshold front airbags (SRS).
During a frontal crash severe  enough to cause one or 
both front airbags to deploy, the airbags can inflate 
at different rates, dependi ng on the severity of the 
crash, whether or not the se at belts are latched, and/
or other factors. Frontal airbags are designed to 
supplement the seat belts to help reduce the 
likelihood of head and chest injuries in frontal 
crashes.
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■When side curtain airbags deploy in a frontal collision
One or both side curtain airbags may also  inflate in a moderate-to-severe angled 
frontal collision.
Airbag System Indicators
If a problem occurs in the airbag sy stem, the SRS indicator will come on.
■When the ignition switch is turned to 
ON 
(w*1
The indicator comes on  for a few seconds, 
then goes off. This tells you the system is 
working properly.
If the indicator comes on at  any other time, or does not come on at all, have the 
system checked by a dealer as soon as po ssible. If you don’t, your airbags and seat 
belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator
3WARNING
Ignoring the SRS indi cator can result in 
serious injury or death if the airbag systems 
or tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as 
soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts 
you to a possible problem.
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Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, 
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon 
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
■Have the exhaust system in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is  making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised  for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailga te open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into 
the interior and create a hazardous conditio n. If you must drive with the tailgate 
open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system
*/climate control 
system* as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the   mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the heating and cooling system
*/climate control system* in the same manner 
if you sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running.
1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up 
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. 
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the 
garage immediat ely after starting the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and 
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that 
expose you to carbon monoxide.
* Not available on all models
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Instrument Panel
Indicators
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Brake System 
Indicator 
(Red)
●Comes on for a few seconds when you 
turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then 
goes off.
●Comes on when the brake fluid level is 
low.
●Comes on if there is a problem with the 
brake system.
●Comes on while driving  - Check the brake fluid 
level.
2 What to do when the indicator comes on while 
driving  P. 453
●Comes on along with the ABS indicator  - Have 
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On  
P. 453
Brake System 
Indicator 
(Amber)
●Comes on for a few seconds when you 
turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then 
goes off.
●Comes on if there is a problem with a 
system related to braking other than the 
conventional brake system.
●Comes on if there is a problem with an 
automatic brake hold system.
●Stays on constantly  - Have your vehicle checked 
by a dealer.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
U.S.
Canada
(Amber)
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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Electric Parking 
Brake Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you 
turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then 
goes off if the parking brake has been 
released.
●Comes on when the parking brake is 
applied, and goes off when it is released.
●Comes on for about 15 seconds when 
you pull the electric  parking brake switch 
while the ignition switch is in LOCK 
(0*1.●Stays on for about 15 seconds when you 
turn the ignition switch to LOCK 
(0*1 
while the electric parking brake is set.
●Blinks and the electric  parking brake system 
indicator comes on at the same time  - There is a 
problem with the electric  parking brake system. The 
parking brake may not be set.
Electric Parking 
Brake System 
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you 
turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then 
goes off.
●Comes on if there is  a problem with the 
electric parking brake system.
●Comes on while driving  - Avoid using the parking 
brake and have your vehicl e checked by a dealer 
immediately.
2 If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator 
Comes On  P. 454
Automatic Brake 
Hold System 
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you 
turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then 
goes off.
●Comes on when the automatic brake 
hold system is on.
2 Automatic Brake Hold  P. 366
U.S.
Canada
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