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RIO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE4*IF EQUIPPED
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Indicator*
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Indicator
Door Ajar Warning Indicator
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Indicator ( Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
Washer Fluid Warning Indicator*
SPORT Mode Indicator*
Master Warning Indicator
Icy Road Warning Indicator
Immobilizer Indicator*
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Indicator
Airbag Warning Indicator
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Seat Belt Warning Indicator
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Warning Indicator*
Charging System Warning Indicator
Tail Light Indicator
Front Fog Light Indicator*
High Beam Indicator Light
Trunk / Tailgate Open Warning Indicator*
Cruise Control Indicator*
Cruise SET Indicator*
Cruise Indicator Light*
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator*
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator*
Low Fuel Level Warning Indicator
ECOMINDER® Indicator*
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indicator
(Type B cluster)*
Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations. For more information on the instrument cluster, the LCD warning messages and the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
This illustration is for demonstration purposes only. Some indicators and warning lights may not appear in illustration. On the vehicle, they may appear in the LCD.
Indicators & Warning Lights
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RIO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE8
DRIVER’S PANEL
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Instrument Cluster Control
Toggle switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the
instrument panel illumination .
REMINDER: The Instrument Cluster Control does not adjust brightness on the audio control unit screen . Use setup to adjust brightness on the audio control unit screen .
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†7
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain
cornering maneuvers . It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON for
daily driving whenever possible .
Press ESC OFF button B to turn OFF .
REMINDERS:
•
ESC is active by default at vehicle startup . When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
•
The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever the ESC is active
For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operations, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†7
HAC can help to prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when
accelerating from a stop while on a steep incline .
The HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does
NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned .
REMINDERS:
•
The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
•HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
• When HAC is active (e .g ., during initial acceleration from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator – this is normal HAC operation
• HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backwards
QUICK TIPS
(Buttons located on left side of Driver’s Panel)
AB
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
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(Lever located on the driver’s floor near door sill; Image shown is 4-door model)
B
A
D
C
(Lever located under Driver’s Panel buttons)
(Latch located inside hood)
REMINDERS:
•Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
•
The Sunvisor may impair visibility if not adjusted properly . Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility
•
Be aware of seating position when adjusting or swinging Sunvisor around to or from the front or side windows .
Hood Release Lever and Latch
Opening the Hood:
1 . Pull the Hood Release Lever A
to unlatch the Hood
2 . In the front of the vehicle, lift the
Hood slightly, push the secondary
Latch B to the left inside of the
hood’s center and lift the Hood
3 . Pull out the support rod from the
Hood and set into place to hold
the Hood open
Fuel Door Release Lever
Pull the lever C upwards to release the
fuel door .
REMINDER: Open the Hood only after turning the engine off, on a flat surface, with the gear shift in P (Park) position and setting the parking brake .
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood about halfway and then press down to securely lock
in place .
REMINDER: While lowering and closing, keep hands away from under the Hood .
Tr u n k* Release Lever
(4-door model)
Pull the lever D upwards to open the
trunk lid .
Sunvisor†2 0
Use the Sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side
windows . Slide the Sunvisor out and adjust as needed .