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Exterior care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning
and caution statements that appear
on the label.
High-pressure washing
When using high-pressure wash-
ers, make sure to maintain suffi-
cient distance from the vehicle.
Insufficient clearance or excessive
pressure can lead to component
damage or water penetration.
Do not spray the camera, sensors
or its surrounding area directly with
a high pressure washer. Shock
applied from high pressure water
may cause the device to not oper-
ate normally.
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to
boots (rubber or plastic covers) or
connectors as they may be dam-
aged if they come into contact with
high pressure water.
Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
from rust and deterioration, wash it
thoroughly and frequently at least
once a month with lukewarm or cold
water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road
driving, you should wash it after each
off-road trip. Pay special attention to
the removal of any accumulation of
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign
materials. Make sure the drain holes
in the lower edges of the doors and
rocker panels are kept clear and
clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar
deposits can damage your vehicle’s
finish if not removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain
water may not completely remove all
these deposits. A mild soap, safe for
use on painted surfaces, should be
used.After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-
ish.
After washing the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving slowly
to see if they have been affected
by water before getting on the
road. If braking performance is
impaired, dry the brakes by
applying them lightly while
maintaining a slow forward
speed.
WARNING
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Blind Spot Detection System (BSD) ..............................5-57
BSD (Blind Spot Detection) /
LCA (Lane Change Assist).........................................5-58
Limitation of the System ............................................5-63
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ...............................5-60
Brake fluid ......................................................................7-30
Checking the brake fluid level ...................................7-30
Braking system ...............................................................5-33
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................................5-45
AUTO HOLD .............................................................5-41
Disc brakes wear indicator .........................................5-34
Electronic parking brake (EPB) .................................5-36
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).............................5-48
Foot parking brake .....................................................5-34
Good braking practices ..............................................5-52
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) .................................5-52
Power brakes ..............................................................5-33
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) .......................5-51
Bulb wattage .....................................................................8-3
California perchlorate notice ..........................................7-95
Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-35
Installing a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-38
Selecting a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-36Climate control additional features...............................3-149
Cluster ionizer ..........................................................3-149
CO2 control auto air conditioner .............................3-150
Rear climate system ON/OFF ..................................3-150
Smart ventilation ......................................................3-149
Climate control air filter .................................................7-34
Filter inspection ..........................................................7-34
Consumer information ....................................................8-10
Defroster .......................................................................3-129
Rear window defroster .............................................3-129
Dimensions .......................................................................8-2
Door locks .......................................................................3-11
Auto door lock/unlock features ..................................3-14
Child-protector rear door locks ..................................3-14
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle ............3-12
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle ..........3-11
Power Door Latch ......................................................3-12
Drive mode integrated control system ............................5-54
Driver assist system ......................................................3-123
Multi-View Camera System .....................................3-124
Parking Assist System ..............................................3-125
Rear view camera .....................................................3-123
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