Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener.................161
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................165
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................167
Overhead Console........................................167
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information......................................168
Keyless Starting.............................................168
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................169
Engine Block Heater......................................171
Unique Driving Characteristics
Hybrid Vehicle Operation............................173
EcoSelect.........................................................175
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently AskedQuestions....................................................176
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................179
Fuel Quality.....................................................179
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................181
Running Out of Fuel......................................181
Refueling.........................................................182
Fuel Consumption.........................................185
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law..................................................187
Catalytic Converter.......................................188
High Voltage Battery
General Information.......................................191
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off Switch.......192
Transmission
Automatic Transmission..............................194
Brakes
General Information......................................199
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.........................................................200
Electric Parking Brake................................200
Auto Hold.......................................................203
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................205
Using Traction Control................................205
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................207
Using Stability Control................................208
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation..................................210
Rear Parking Aid............................................210
Front Parking Aid............................................211
Side Sensing System...................................212
Active Park Assist..........................................214
Rear View Camera.......................................223
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................226
Using Cruise Control...................................226
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................227
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12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING
Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the cigar lighter cancause damage not covered by the vehiclewarranty, and can result in fire or seriousinjury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 15 amps.
If the power supply does not work after youswitch the ignition off, switch the ignition on.Note:Do not hang any accessory from theaccessory plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts ora fuse may blow.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than an accessoryplug into the power point. This damages thepower point and may blow the fuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be in the followinglocations:
•On the front of the center console.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
110 Volt AC Power Point
WARNING
Do not keep electrical devices pluggedin the power point whenever thedevice is not in use. Do not use anyextension cord with the 110 volt AC powerpoint, since it will defeat the safety protectiondesign. Doing so may cause the power pointto overload due to powering multiple devicesthat can reach beyond the 150 watt load limitand could result in fire or serious injury.
Note:The power point turns off when youswitch the ignition off, or when the batteryvoltage drops below 11 volts.
You can use the power point for electricdevices that require up to 150 watts. It is onthe rear of the center console.
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