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Move shift lever.
Press the shift button, then move shift lever.
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Automatic Transmission Operation
The automatic transmission has six forward speeds and one reverse speed.
The individual speeds are selected automatically in the D (Drive) position. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death:
ALWAYS check the surround-
ing areas near your vehicle for
people, especially children,
before shifting a vehicle into
D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
Before leaving the driver's
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, then set the parking
brake, and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF posi-
tion. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occurif these precautions are not
followed.
When using Manual Shift
Mode, do not use aggressive
engine braking (shifting from
a higher gear to a lower gear)
on slippery roads. This could
cause the tires to slip and mayresult in an accident.
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As a result, shifts are sometimes
more noticeable, and a light vibra-
tion can be felt as the transmissionshaft speed is matched with the
engine shaft speed. This is a nor-mal condition of the dual clutch
transmission.
The dry-type clutch transfers torque more directly and provides
a direct-drive feeling which may
feel different from a conventional
automatic transmission. This may
be more noticeable when launch-
ing the vehicle from a stop or when
traveling at low, stop-and-go vehi-
cle speeds.
When rapidly accelerating from a lower vehicle speed, the engine
rpm may increase dramatically asa result of clutch slip as the dual
clutch transmission selects the cor-
rect gear. This is a normal condi-tion.
When accelerating from a stop on an incline, press the accelerator
smoothly and gradually to avoid
any shudder feeling or jerkiness. When traveling at a lower vehicle
speed, if you release the accelera-
tor pedal quickly, you may feel
engine braking before the trans-
mission changes gears. This
engine braking feeling is similar to
operating a manual transmission at
low speed.
When driving downhill, you may wish to move the gear shift lever to
Manual Shift mode and downshift
to a lower gear in order to control
your speed without using the brake
pedal excessively.
When you turn the engine on and off, you may hear clicking soundsas the system goes through a self-
test. This is a normal sound for the
dual clutch transmission.
During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles), you may feel that the vehi-
cle may not be smooth when accel-
erating at low speed. During this
break-in period, the shift quality
and performance of your new vehi-
cle is continuously optimized. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death:
ALWAYS check the surround-
ing areas near your vehicle for
people, especially children,
before shifting a vehicle into
D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
Before leaving the driver's
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, then set the parking
brake, and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF posi-
tion. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occurif these precautions are not
followed.
Do not use aggressive engine
braking (shifting from a high-
er gear to a lower gear) on
slippery roads. This could
cause the tires to slip and mayresult in an accident.
WARNING
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Certification label
The certification label is located on
the driver’s door sill at the center pil-
lar and shows the maximum allow-
able weight of the fully loaded vehi-
cle. This is called the GVWR (Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR
includes the weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, fuel and cargo.
This label also tells you the maxi-
mum weight that can be supported
by the front and rear axles, called
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
The total weight of the vehicle,
including all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
not exceed the Gross Vehicle WeightRating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out
the actual loads on your front and
rear axles, you need to go to a weigh
station and weigh your vehicle. Be
sure to spread out your load equally
on both sides of the centerline.Overloading your vehicle may
cause damage. Repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Do
not overload your vehicle.
NOTICE
If you carry items inside your
vehicle (e.g., suitcases, tools,
packages, or anything else),
they are moving as fast as the
vehicle. If you have to stop or
turn quickly, or if there is a
crash, the items will keep going
and can cause an injury if they
strike the driver or a passenger.
Put items in the cargo area of
your vehicle. Try to spread the
weight evenly.
Do not stack items, like suit-
cases, inside the vehicle
above the tops of the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured
child restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something
inside the vehicle, secure it.
WARNING
Overloading
Never exceed the GVWR for
your vehicle, the GAWR for
either the front or rear axle
and vehicle capacity weight.Exceeding these ratings can
affect your vehicle's handling
and braking ability, and causean accident.
Do not overload your vehicle.
Overloading your vehicle can
cause heat buildup in your
vehicle's tires and possible
tire failure, increased stop-ping distances and poor vehi-
cle handling-all of which mayresult in a crash.
WARNING
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Defroster........................................................................3-118
Rear Window Defroster ............................................3-118
Dimensions .......................................................................8-2
Door Locks .....................................................................3-14 Auto Door Lock/Unlock Features ..............................3-17
Child-Protector Rear Door locks................................3-18
Operating Door Locks from Inside the Vehicle .........3-15
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle ......3-14
Safe Exit Assist (SEA) System ..................................3-18
Drive Mode Integrated Control System .........................5-52
Driver Assist System .....................................................3-114 Parking Distance Warning (Reverse) System ..........3-115
Rear View Monitor ...................................................3-114
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) system ....................5-110
Resetting the System ................................................5-111
System Malfunction..................................................5-112
System Setting and Activation .................................5-110
System Standby ........................................................5-112
Driver Position Memory System ....................................3-20 Easy Access Function .................................................3-22
Recalling positions from memory ..............................3-21
Resetting the Driver's Seat Memory System .............3-21
Storing Positions into Memory ..................................3-20
Driver's front air bag .......................................................2-45
Driver's knee air bag .......................................................2-45 Dual Clutch Transmission...............................................5-26
Dual clutch transmission operation ............................5-26
Good Driving Practices ..............................................5-38
LCD display for transmission temperature and warning message .....................................................5-28
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........................................3-23
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .................................5-45
Emission Control System ...............................................7-84 Crankcase Emission Control System .........................7-84
Evaporative Emission Control System Including Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) ........7-84
Exhaust Emission Control System .............................7-85
Engine ...............................................................................8-2
Engine Compartment.................................................1-6, 7-3
Engine Coolant ...............................................................7-23 Changing Engine Coolant ..........................................7-26
Checking the Engine Coolant Level ..........................7-23
Engine Number ...............................................................8-11
Engine Oil .......................................................................7-21 Checking the Engine Oil and Filter ...........................7-22
Checking the Engine Oil Level ..................................7-21
Engine Start/Stop Button ..................................................5-9
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items ...............7-18
Exterior Care ...................................................................7-76
Index
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If the Engine Overheats ....................................................6-7
If the Engine Will not Start...............................................6-4
If the Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns Over Slowly ....................................................6-4
If the Engine Turns Over Normally but Doesn't Start ..............................................................6-4
If you Have a Flat Tire .....................................................6-9 With Spare Tire ............................................................6-9
With Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) - Type A ...................6-16
With Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) - Type B ...................6-23
Ignition Switch..................................................................5-6 Engine Start/Stop Button ..............................................5-9
Key Ignition Switch .....................................................5-6
Immobilizer System ........................................................3-11
Important Safety Precautions............................................2-2 Air Bag Hazards ...........................................................2-2
Always Wear Your Seat Belt ........................................2-2
Control Your Speed ......................................................2-3
Driver Distraction.........................................................2-2
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition ..........................2-3
Restrain All Children....................................................2-2
In Case of an Emergency While Driving .........................6-3
If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad or Crossing ...........6-3
If the Engine Stalls While Driving...............................6-3
If you Have a Flat Tire While Driving.........................6-3
Inside Rearview Mirror...................................................3-26 Instrument Cluster...........................................................3-55
Gauges ........................................................................3-57
Instrument Cluster Control .........................................3-57
LCD Display Messages ..............................................3-75
Transmission Shift Indicator ......................................3-62
Warning and Indicator lights ......................................3-63
Instrument Panel Overview ..............................................1-5
Interior Care ....................................................................7-81
Interior Features ............................................................3-146 Clock ........................................................................3-151
Clothes Hanger .........................................................3-151
Cup Holder ...............................................................3-146
Floor Mat Anchor(s) .................................................3-152
Power Outlet.............................................................3-148
Sunvisor ....................................................................3-147
USB Charger ............................................................3-151
Wireless Cellular Phone Charging System ..............3-149
Interior Light Bulb Replacement ....................................7-75
Interior Lights ...............................................................3-108
Interior Overview..............................................................1-4
Jump Starting ....................................................................6-4
Key Ignition Switch ..........................................................5-6
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