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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears if the remote battery is too weak to start the 
engine or the key is not within operating range to 
start the engine.
A beeper sounds six times.●Bring the remote in front of the  ENGINE START/STOP 
button to be touched with.
2 If the Remote Battery is Weak  P. 672
●Appears when the starter system has a problem.●As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE 
START/STOP  button for up to 15 seconds while 
pressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal (manual 
transmission only), manual ly start the engine.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the 
smart entry system* or push button starting system.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models 

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the key to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the doors, fuel 
fill door and to open the trunk.
You can also use the remote transmitter or smart entry system
* to lock and unlock 
all the doors, fuel fill door and to open the trunk.
1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The 
immobilizer system helps to  protect against vehicle 
theft. 2 Immobilizer System  P. 183
Follow the advice below to  prevent damage to the 
keys:
•Do not leave the keys in  direct sunlight, or in 
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the 
battery.
If the circuits in the keys  are damaged, the engine 
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not 
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them 
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the  engine using the remote.
2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle 
Feedback
* P. 469
Models with remote engine starter
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models with smart entry system and 
remote engine starter
* Not available on all models 

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
Controls
The built-in key can be us ed to lock/unlock the 
doors or open the trunk when the remote 
battery becomes weak and the power door 
lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release 
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall 
the built-in key, push th e built-in key into the 
remote until it clicks.
Contains a number that you will need if you 
purchase a replacement key.
■Built-in Key
Built-in Key
Release Knob
■Key Number Tag1
Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a 
safe place outside  of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a 
dealer.
If you lose your key and  you cannot start the engine, 
contact a dealer. 

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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from 
starting the engine. Each key  contains electronic transmitters that use electronic 
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit  strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP  button.
• Make sure the key is not covered  by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the  ENGINE 
START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device, such as televisions and 
audio systems emit strong magnetic fiel ds. Note that even a key chain can 
become magnetic.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.
Apply and hold the brake pedal before turning the 
vehicle on the first time after the battery has been 
disconnected.
Canadian models 

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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when  the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly 
opened. The alarm does not activate if the  trunk or doors are opened with the key, 
remote transmitter, or smart entr y with push button start system
*.
However, the alarm activates if a door  is opened with the key and then the 
transmission is taken out of 
(P (continuously variable transmission models) or the 
hood is opened before the power mode is in ON.
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and some the exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or smart entry with push 
button start system
*. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is 
deactivated.
■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.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked from outside with the  key, remote transmitter, or smart entry 
with push button start system
*.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the  instrument panel blinks and the blinking 
interval changes after about 15 seconds.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key*, 
remote transmitter or smart entry with push button start system*, or when the power 
mode is set to ON. The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
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.
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 trunk with the trunk opener or the 
emergency trunk opener.
•Opening the hood with the hood release.
•Taking the transmission out of ( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the 
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off 
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the ke y, remote transmitter, 
or smart entry with push button start system
*.
Continuously variable transmission models
* Not available on all models 

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
470
Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
•You have already used the remote twice to start 
the engine.
•Another registered remo te is in the vehicle.
•There is an 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 security system alarm is not set.
The engine may stop whil e it is running if:
•You do not start the vehicl e within 10 minutes of 
starting the engine with the remote.
•The engine is stopped by using the remote.•The security system alarm is activated.
•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The hood is open.•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The battery is low.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on if 
there is a problem with the emissions control 
systems.
•You press the  ENGINE START/STOP  button 
without depressing the brake pedal.
•The transmission is in a position other than ( P.
•You press the shift lever release button.
Automatic transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
Press and hold the   
button for one second.
Go within the range, 
and try again.
The exterior lights flash once if the engine stops successfully.
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote is out of 
the smart entry system range.
The engine will not stop.
* Not available on all models 

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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by 
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent 
scratching the remote.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the 
buttons.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the 
correct polarity.1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of  battery can damage the 
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for 
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or 
at a dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote can 
cause severe internal burns and can even 
lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from 
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed 
the battery, seek medical attention 
immediately.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery 

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Index
Operating the Shift Lever ..........  23, 483, 485
Shift Lever Does Not Move ......................  677
Shifting ...........................................  482, 484
Controls ....................................................  163
Coolant (Engine) ......................................  625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve  Tank .....................................................  625
Adding to the Radiator ...........................  626
Overheating ............................................  679
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission) ....  474
Cross Traffic Monitor ...............................  590
Cup Holders ..............................................  226
Customer Service Information ................  712
Customized Features .......................  370, 381
D
Daytime Running Lights ..........................  196
Dead Battery ............................................  674
Defaulting All the Settings ......................  399
Defrosting the Windshield and  Windows .................................................  240
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ...............  705
Dimming Headlights ..............................................  193
Rearview Mirror ......................................  208
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................  618
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............  193
Door Mirrors .............................................  209 Doors
.........................................................  166
Auto Door Locking ..................................  179
Auto Door Unlocking ...............................  179
Door and Trunk Open Message .................  37
Keys ........................................................  166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors  from the Inside ......................................  176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors 
from the Outside ...................................  169
Lockout Prevention System ......................  175
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................  645
Driver Attention Monitor ........................  152
Driver Information Interface ...................  138
Switching the Display ..............................  138
Warning and Information Messages ........  105
Driving .......................................................  453
Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission .......  474
Braking ....................................................  571
Shifting Gear ...................................  475, 488
Shifting Position ..............................  482, 484
Starting the Engine ..................................  465
Driving Position Memory System .............  205
Driving Support Information ...................  155
Dust and Pollen Filter ...............................  654
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................  9
ECON Button .............................................  492 Econ Mode
Indicator....................................................  97
Elapsed Time .............................................  145
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................  92, 685
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .............  494
Emergency ................................................  693
Emergency Engine Stop ...........................  673
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................  182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) .......  707
Engine .......................................................  704
Coolant ...................................................  625
Jump Starting ..........................................  674
Oil ...........................................................  617
Starting ...................................................  465
Engine Coolant .........................................  625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve 
Tank ......................................................  625
Adding to the Radiator ............................  626
Overheating ............................................  679
Temperature Gauge ................................  137
Engine Oil .................................................  617
Adding ....................................................  620
Checking.................................................  618
Displaying Oil Life ....................................  608
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................  681
Recommended Engine Oil .......................  617
ENGINE START/STOP Button ....................  190
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ......  685
Exhaust Gas Hazard  (Carbon Monoxide) ..................................  75