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uuTowing a Trailer uTrailer Stability Assist
Driving
Trailer Stability Assist
Helps to stabilize the vehicle and tra iler when the trailer severely sways.
■How trailer stability assist works
When the vehicle and trailer become unstab le while driving, trailer stability assist
determines the cause. If the trailer oscill ation is detected as the cause, and the
swaying increases, the system applies the brak es or controls engine output to reduce
vehicle speed.
Both the vehicle and trailer brake lights come on automatically if you brake to
reduce vehicle speed.
1 Trailer Stability Assist
Trailer stability assist is not a function that prevents
the vehicle and trailer from swaying. Avoid high
speeds, abrupt steering, improper trailer load, and
sudden braking to keep the trailer from swaying.
When swayed too severely, the system becomes
ineffective, and you may lose control of your vehicle,
causing the trailer to roll over or get damaged. 2 Driving Safely with a Trailer P. 467
Trailer towing sway is caused by:
•Crosswinds
•Improper towbar down load
•Excessive Speed
The VSA ® system indicator blinks during the trailer
stability assist operation. 2 VSA ® Operation P. 527
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uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
Continued
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly servic ed and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 458
•When towing more than 3,500 lbs (1,590 kg), use of gasoline with a pump
octane number of 87 or higher is recommended.
u Towing performance can be affected by high altitude, high temperature, or
steep uphill.
• Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the tra iler so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressures of the traile r tires, including the spare.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits fo r vehicles with trailers.
• Use the
(D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
■Turning and Braking
1Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer is restricted
up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
1Towing Speeds and Gears
When towing a fixed-sided trailer (e.g., camper), do
not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h).
At higher speeds, the trai ler may sway or affect
vehicle handling.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
• Shift to the position if the transmission shifts frequently.
• Change the gear position to
(S position if the transmission shifts frequently.
If the vehicle tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, keep the transmission
in
(D. This prevents damage to the transmission.
If the vehicle tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, keep the transmission
in
(D and do not use the sequential shift mode in (S. This prevents damage to the
transmission.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 647
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
■Retrieving a Boat
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
D4
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
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uuWhen Driving uShifting
Continued
Driving
Shifting
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.
■Shift lever positions
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
1Shifting
You cannot change the pow er mode from ON to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) unless the shift lever is in
( P.
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
(N while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pe dal firmly and, when necessary,
apply the parking brake.
When shifting gears in extremely low temperatures
(-22°F/-30°C), there may be a short delay before the
shift indicated in the display. Always confirm you are
in the correct gear before driving.Park
Used when parking or starting
the engine
Reverse
Used when reversing
Neutral
Used when idling
Drive
Used:
●For normal driving (gears change
between 1st and 6th
automatically)
Low●Strong engine power when
climbing and strong engine
braking when going down steep
hills.
Drive (D4)
Press the button while the shift
lever is in
( D.
Used when:
●Going up or down hills●Towing a trailer in hilly terrain
D4
Release Button
Button
D4
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uuWhen Driving uBlind spot information (BSI) System*
Driving
■When the system detects a vehicle1Blind spot inform ation (BSI) System*
You can change the setting for BSI.
2 Customized Features P. 351
Turn the system off when towing a trailer.
The system may not work properly for the following
reasons:
•The added mass tilts the vehicle and changes the
radar coverage.
•The trailer itself can be detected by the radar
sensors, causing the BSI al ert indicators to come on.
BSI may be adversel y affected when:
•Objects (guard rails, poles, trees, etc,.) are
detected.
•An object that does not re flect radio waves well,
such as a motorcycle, is in the alert zone.
•Driving on a curved road.
•A vehicle is moving from a far lane to the adjacent
lane.
•The system picks up external electrical interference.•The rear bumper or the sens ors have been improperly
repaired or the rear bu mper has been deformed.
•The orientation of the sensors has been changed.•In bad weather (Heavy rain, snow, and fog).
For proper BSI use:
•Always keep the rear bumper corner area clean.
•Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with
labels or sticke rs of any kind.
•Take your vehicle to a dealer if you need the rear
bumper corner area or the radar sensors to be repaired,
or the rear bumper corner area is strongly impacted.
■Comes on when●A vehicle enters the ale rt zone from behind
to overtake you with a speed difference of
no more than 31 mph (50 km/h) from your
vehicle.
●You pass a vehicle with a speed difference
of no more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
BSI Alert Indicator: Located near the outside
rearview mirror on both sides.
■Blinks and the beeper sounds when
You move the turn signal lever in the direction
of the detected vehicle. The beeper sounds
three times. Comes On
Blinks
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 659.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) /100,000 km (Canada).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fl uid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
* Not available on all models
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Index
Sunglasses Holder.................................... 199
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 48
Indicator ................................................... 83
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 152
SYNC Mode .............................................. 213
System Message Indicator ......................... 88
T
Tachometer.............................................. 113
Tailgate ..................................................... 135
Unable to Open ...................................... 650
Temperature Gauge .................................................... 113
Outside Temperature Display .................. 116
Temperature Gauge ................................ 113
Temperature Sensor ........................ 116, 216
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 185
Third Row Seat Access ............................. 183
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 198
Time (Setting) ........................................... 120
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 641
Tires .......................................................... 597
Air Pressure..................................... 598, 653
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 597
Inspection ............................................... 597
Labeling .................................................. 598
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 621
Regulations ............................................. 600
Rotation.................................................. 604 Spare Tire ........................................ 621, 653
Summer .................................................. 605
Tire Chains .............................................. 605
Wear Indicators ....................................... 602
Winter ..................................................... 605
Tools .......................................................... 620
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 458
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 462
Load Limits .............................................. 458
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 468
Emergency .............................................. 647
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 535
Indicator ............................................ 86, 641
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 641
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 466
Transmission ......................... 21, 23, 479, 481
Automatic ........................... 21, 23, 479, 481
Fluid ........................................................ 585
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 483
Number ................................................... 654
Operating the Shift Lever ........................... 23
Sequential Mode ..................................... 487
Transmission Indicator ............................... 80
Trip Meter ................................................. 116
Troubleshooting ....................................... 619
Blown Fuse ...................... 642, 643, 644, 645
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 28
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 29
Emergency Towing .................................. 647
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 629
Noise When Braking .................................. 30 Overheating ............................................ 636
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 621
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 29, 133
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 632
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals .............................................. 155
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 86
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 117U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 192
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 124
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 15, 131
USB Flash Drives ....................... 236, 290, 317
USB Port ............................................ 219, 324
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 654
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 527
Off Button............................................... 528
System Indicator ................................ 84, 527
Ventilation .............................................. 211
Ventilation ................................................ 205
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 578, 653
Voice Control Operation .......................... 263
Audio Commands ................................... 265
Climate Control Commands .................... 266
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