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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation's
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting
become the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Models with adjustment ring
All models
Pull to
use
washer.
MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the ignition switch is in ON (w*1, you
can use the (select/reset) knob to adjust
instrument panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beeper when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. Several
seconds after you have adjusted the
brightness, you will be returned to the
previous screen.
■Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the
information display while you are adjusting it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightne ss varies, depending on
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they are
on.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the
exterior lights are on.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
(Select/Reset) Knob
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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights
■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations:
• When any doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver’s door.
• You remove the key from the ignition
switch.
• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
■OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Interior Light Switches1 Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade
out and go off about 30 se conds after the doors are
closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:
•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open it.
•When you remove the key from the ignition switch
but do not open a door.
•When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) but do not open a door.
The interior lights go off i mmediately in the following
situations:
•When you lock the driver’s door.
•When you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w*1.
•When you close the driver’s door with the key in
the ignition switch.
•When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY
mode.
If you leave any of the doors open in VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) mode, or without the key in the ignition
switch, the interior li ghts go off after about 15
minutes.
*1: Models with the sma rt entry system have an ENGINE
START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
On
Off
Door Activated Position
Front
*
Rear
Door Activated Position
Off
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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uuHeating and Cooling System*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C
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Controls
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control
dial.
2. Select .
3. Adjust the temperature using the
temperature control dial.
4. Press the A/C button (indicator on).
■To rapidly cool down the interior
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Set the temperature to maximum cool.
3. Press the button (the indicator on).
Selecting turns th e air conditioning
system on and automa tically switches the
system to fresh air mode.
■To rapidly defrost the windows
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Select .
3. Press the button.
4. Set the temperature to maximum warm.
■Cooling1To rapidly cool down the interior
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by parti ally opening the windows.
While in ECON mode, the system has greater
temperature fluctuations.
Models with ECON button
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits th e side windows.
1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.
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uuClimate Control System*uUsing Automatic Climate Control
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Controls
Use the system when the engine is running.
1. Select the AUTO icon.
2. Adjust the interior temperature using th e driver side temperature control icons.
3. Select the icon to cancel.
1Using Automatic Climate Control
Selecting the icon switches the climate control
system between on and off. When turned on, the
system returns to your last selection.
The climate control system is voice operable. See the
navigation sy stem manual.
While in ECON mode, the system has greater
temperature fluctuations.
Models with ECON button
Models with SYNC icon
Dashboard
vents Dashboard
and floor
ventsFloor vents Floor and
defroster
vents
Driver Side
Temperature Control
Icons
AUTO Icon Mode Control Icon
Passenger Side
Temperature
Control Icons
(On/Off) Icon
(Recirculation) Icon
A/C (Air Conditioning) IconSYNC Icon
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uuAudio System uUSB Port(s)
Features
USB Port(s)
1. Open the cover.
2. Install the iPod dock connector or the USB
flash drive to the USB port.1USB Port(s)
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•We recommend using an ex tension cable with the
USB port.
•Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.
•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.
•We recommend your data backed up before using
the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufac turer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.
USB Port
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uuAudio System uHDMI ® Port*
Features
HDMI ® Port*
1. Open the cover.
2. Install the HDMI® cable to the HDMI ® port.
Auxiliary Input Jack*
Use the jack to connect standard audio devices.
1.Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the
input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.
u The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
1HDMI ® Port*
•Do not leave the HDMI ® connected device in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•We recommend your data backed up before using
the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.
HDMI Port
1 Auxiliary Input Jack*
To switch mode, press any of the audio mode
buttons. You can return to AUX mode by pressing
the CD/AUX button.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uAudio System Theft Protection
Features
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display a cord entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.
■Reactivating the audio system
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system powe r button for more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reac tivated when the audio co ntrol unit establishes a
connection with the vehicl e control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
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