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uuCustomized Features u
Features
Maintenance ResetMaintenance Info.
Preferred Dynamic ModeDynamic
Mode
Key And Remote Unlock Mode
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Security Relock Timer
Auto Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock Door
Auto Folding Door Mirror*
Door Unlock Mode
Keyless Access Beep

Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Auto Light Sensitivity*
Remote Start System On/Off*
Walk Away Auto Lock
Lighting
Keyless
Access
Keyless Access Light Flash
Keyless Open Mode
Power Open By Outer Handle
Power
Tailgate
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Desc
ription Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings
Driving
Position
Memory Position LinkTurns the driving position memory system on and
off.On*1/Off
Easy Entry/Exit
Moves the seat fully rearward and steering wheel
fully up when you get in/get out of the vehicle.
Changes the setting for this feature.Seat & Steering
Wheel*1/Seat Only /
Steering Wheel
Only /Off
Keyless
Access
Door Unlock ModeChanges which doors unlock when you grab the
driver’s door handle.Driver’s Door or
Tailgate Only*1/All
Doors
Keyless Access Light
FlashCauses some exterior li ghts to flash when you
unlock/lock the doors.On*1/ Off
Keyless Access BeepCauses the beeper to sound when you unlock/
lock the doors.On*1/Off
Remote Start System
On/Off*Turns the remote engine start feature on and off.On*1/Off
Walk Away Auto Lock
Changes the settings for the automatic locking
the doors when you walk away from the vehicle
while carrying the keyless access remote.
On /Off*1
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features u
Continued
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Desc
ription Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings
Power
Tailgate
Keyless Open ModeChanges the keyless setting for when the power
tailgate opens.Anytime*1/When
Unlocked
Power Open By Outer
HandleSelects whether to enable the power tailgate
open operation using the tailgate outer handle.Off (Manual only) /
On (Power/
Manual)
*1
Dynamic
ModePreferred Dynamic
ModeChanges the dynamic mode setting for when you
set the power mode to ON.Last Used*1/ Comfort/
Normal /Sport
Maintenance
Info.Maintenance ResetResets the engine oil life display when you have
performed the maintenance service.—
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 451
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driv ing and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 151
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 192
2 Adjusting the Front and Second Row Outer Head Restraint Positions P. 199
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 188
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 189
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
Your vehicle is equipped with the automatic
headlight adjusting system that automatically adjusts
the vertical angle of the low beam headlights.
Models with automatic headlight adjusting system
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
You can remotely start the engine usin g the two-way keyless access remote from
extended distances.
■To start the engine
The engine runs for up to 10 minu tes without you starting the vehicle.
To extend the run time for another 10 mi nutes during the first run, press the
button, then press an d hold the button.
u The amber LED blinks, then the green LED comes back on if a 10-minute
extension request was transmitted successfully.
After pressing the (lock) button, wait for the green LED to blink. This indicates that
the all the doors and the tailgate are locked.
■Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*1 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote e ngine start, check your
local laws.
Remote Engine Start run timer extension
The engine runs for anot her 10 minutes from the
time of extension request. Th e max engine run time is
20 minutes, if the extensi on request is made after 10
minutes of first engine run.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide ga s is toxic and can
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly
enclosed areas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Never use the remote engine starter with
the vehicle parked in a garage or other
areas with limited ventilation.
Press the button, then
press and hold the button.
Amber LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.
Continues to blink
during a vehicle
self check until the
engine starts. Go within the range,
and try again.
Green LED: Comes on while
the engine is running. Red LED: Blinks when the
remote is out of the keyless
access system range.
* Not available on all models
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470
Driving
■To stop the engine
Press and hold the button
for one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
Amber LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed. Red LED:
●Comes on for one second to let you
know that the engine has stopped.
●Blinks when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
1
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
If there are buildings an d obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, th e range will be reduced.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
The engine may not start by the remote engine start
if:
•You have disabled a remo te engine start setting
using the multi-information display (MID).
•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
•The transmission is in a position other than ( P.
•The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered keyless access remote is in the
vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.
•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The telematics unit malfunctions.•The security system alarm is not set.
Before starting the engine, make sure to check the
door lock status using the remote. When you press
the button, wait for the green LED to blink. If
the red LED turns on, the doors and tailgate did not
lock, and the engine does not start.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Multi-View Rear Camera*
About Your Multi-View Rear Camera
The information screen can display your vehicle’s rear view. The display
automatically changes to the rear view when the transmission is put into
(R.
■Multi-View Rear Camera Display Area
1About Your Multi-View Rear Camera
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see
the corner ends of the bum per or what is underneath
the bumper. Its unique le ns also makes objects
appear closer or farther than they actually are.
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing
up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and
high temperatures) may also re strict the rear view. Do
not rely on the rearview display which does not give
you all information about conditions at the back of
your vehicle.
If the camera lens is cove red with dirt or moisture,
use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free
of debris.
You can change the Fixed Guideline and Dynamic
Guideline settings. 2 Customized Features P. 360
Fixed Guideline
On: Guidelines appear when you put the
transmission into
( R.
Off: Guidelines do not appear.
Dynamic Guideline
On: Guidelines move according to the steering wheel
direction.
Off: Guidelines do not move.
Guidelines
Bumper
Camera Approx. 20 inches (50 cm)
Tailgate Open Range Approx. 39 inches (1 m) Wide View Mode
Normal View Mode
Top Down View Mode
Approx. 39 inches
(1 m)
Approx. 20 inches
(50 cm)
Tailgate Open Range
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 628
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 629
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 636
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 650
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 651
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 652
Jump Starting .................................... 653 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 655
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 657
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 657
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 658
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 659
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator Comes On........... 659
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 661
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 661
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 662
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 669
Emergency Towing ........................... 670
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 671
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 672
Refueling........................................... 673
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container.. 673
* Not available on all models
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