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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate
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If you press the outer handle of the tailgate for
no longer than one second, the tailgate opens
automatically.
u The beeper sounds.
u If you want to open the tailgate
manually, press the outer handle for
more than one second.
2 Opening/Closing the Tailgate P. 165
If you are carrying the keyless access remote,
you do not have to unlock the tailgate before
opening it.
If you press the outer handle again while the
power tailgate is moving, it reverses direction.
■Using the Tailgate Outer Handle1Using the Tailgate Outer Handle
Do not leave the keyless access remote in the cargo
area before closing the tailgate.
Even if you are not carrying the keyless access
remote, you can lock/unl ock the tailgate while
someone else with the remote is within range.
You can change the setting to open the power
tailgate by the ta ilgate outer handle.
2 Customized Features P. 131, 362
Outer Handle
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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uOpening/Closing the Tailgate
Controls
Opening/Closing the Tailgate
When all the doors are unlocked, the tailgate
is unlocked.
Press the outer handle of the tailgate and lift
open the tailgate.
If you are carrying the keyless access remote,
you do not have to unlock the tailgate before
opening it.
To close the tailgate, grab the inner handle,
pull the tailgate down, and push it closed
from outside.
If you close the tailgate when the driver’s door
is locked, the tailgate locks automatically.
■Using the Tailgate Outer Handle1 Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Do not leave the keyless access remote in the cargo
area before closing the tailgate.
Even if you are not carrying the keyless access
remote, you can lock/unl ock the tailgate while
someone else with the remote is within range.
Outer Handle
Inner Handle
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Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the power system. Each key cont ains electronic transmitters that use
electronic signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the POWER button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the POWER button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehi cle’s immobilizer system near the POWER
button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic devices, such as televisions
and audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is
opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter, or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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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 power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyle ss access 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 alarm is canceled wh en the vehicle is unlocked using the key,
remote transmitter, keyless access system, or the power mode is set to ON. The
security system alarm indicato r goes off at the same time.
1Security 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 hood with the hood release.
If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
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uuOpening and Closing the Windows uOpening/Closing th e Power Windows
Controls
To open: Press the unlock button, and then
within 10 seconds, press it again and hold it.
If the windows and moonroof stop midway,
repeat the procedure.
To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the unlock
direction and hold it there.
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key.
Within 10 seconds of re turning the key to the
central position, turn the key in the lock
direction and hold it there.
Release the key to stop the windows and
moonroof at the desired position. If you want
further adjustment, repeat the same
operation.
■Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote
Unlock
Button
■Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof with the Key
CloseOpen
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Moonroof
You can only operate the moonroof when the power mode is in ON. Use the switch
in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.
■Automatic operation
To open: Pull the switch back firmly.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly.
The moonroof will automatically open or close
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway,
push the switch briefly.
■Manual operation
To open: Pull the switch back lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close: Push the switch forward lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.
■Tilting the moonroof up
To tilt: Push on the center of the moonroof
switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then
release.
■Opening/Closing the Moonroof1 Opening/Closing the Moonroof
NOTICE
Opening the moonroof in below freezing
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice
can damage the moonr oof panel or motor.
The power moonroof can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either front door cancels this function.
When resistance is detected, the auto reverse
function causes the moonroof to change directions,
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully
closes. Make sure that al l objects, including fingers,
are clear of the moonroof.
You can use the remote transmitter or the key to
operate the moonroof. 2 Opening the Windows and Moonroof with
the Remote P. 170
2 Opening/Closing the Windows and
Moonroof with the Key P. 170
3WARNING
Opening or closing the moonroof on
someone’s hands or fingers can cause
serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of
the moonroof before opening or closing it.
Open
CloseTilt
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
POWER Button
■Changing the Power Mode1POWER Button
POWER Button Operating Range
You can start the power system when the keyless
access remote is inside the vehicle.
The power system may also start if the keyless access
remote is close to the door or window, even if it is
outside the vehicle.
If the battery of the keyless access remote is getting
low, the power system may not start when you press
the POWER button. If the power system does not
start, refer to the following link.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 635
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating Range
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The power to all electrical components is turned off.
ACCESSORY
The button blinks (in red).
Operate the audio system and other accessories in this
position.
ON
The button blinks (in red).
All electrical components can be used.
Press the button.
Indicator
Without
pressing the
brake pedal
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uPOWER Button
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Warning buzzers may sound from inside and/
or outside the vehicle to remind you that the
keyless access remote is out of the vehicle. If
the buzzer continues even after the remote is
put back inside, place it to be within its
operational range.
■When the power mode is in ON
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, a
warning buzzer sounds from both inside and
outside the vehicle. A warning message on
the MID notifies the driver inside that the
remote outside of the vehicle.
■When the power mode is in
ACCESSORY
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, a
warning buzzer sounds from outside the
vehicle.
■Keyless Access Remote Reminder1 Keyless Access Remote Reminder
When the keyless access remote is within the
system’s operational range, and the driver’s door is
closed, the warni ng function cancels.
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the vehicle
after the power system has been turned on, you can
no longer change the POWER button mode or
restart the power system. Always make sure if the
remote is in your vehi cle when you operate the
POWER button.
Removing the keyless access remote from the vehicle
through a window does not activate the warning
buzzer.
Do not put the keyless access remote on the
dashboard or in the glove box. It may cause the
warning buzzer to go off. Under some other
conditions that can prevent the vehicle from locating
the remote, the warning buzzer may also go off even
if the remote is within the system’s operational
range.
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