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STEERING ASSIST
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use of the
steering assist could result in serious
injury or death.
.The steering assist is not a repla-
cement for proper driving proce-
dures and is not designed to
correct careless, inattentive or
absent-minded driving. The
steering assist will not always
steer the vehicle to keep it in the
lane. It is not designed to prevent
loss of control. It is the driver’s
responsibility to stay alert, drive
safely, keep the vehicle in the
traveling lane, and be in control
of the vehicle at all times.
. As there is a performance limit to
the steering assist’s capability,
never rely solely on the system.
The steering assist does not func-
tion in all driving, traffic, weather,
and road conditions. Always drive
safely, pay attention to the op-
eration of the vehicle, and manu-
ally control your vehicle
appropriately. .
The steering assist is intended for
use on well-developed freeways
or highways with gentle (moder-
ate) curves. To avoid risk of an
accident,do not use this system
on local or non-highway roads.
. The steering assist only steers
the vehicle to maintain its posi-
tion in the center of a lane. The
vehicle will not steer to avoid
objects in the road in front of
the vehicle or to avoid a vehicle
moving into your lane.
. It is the driver’s responsibility to
stay alert, drive safely, keep the
vehicle in the traveling lane, and
be in control of the vehicle at all
times. Never take your hands off
the steering wheel when driving.
Always keep your hands on the
steering wheel and drive your
vehicle safely.
. Always drive carefully and atten-
tively when using the steering
assist. Read and understand the
Owner’s Manual thoroughly be-
fore using the steering assist. To
avoid serious injury or death, do
not rely on the system to prevent
accidents or to control the vehi-
cle’s speed in emergency situa-
tions. Do not use the steering assist except in appropriate road
and traffic conditions.
Steering assist operation
The steering assist controls the steering
system to help keep your vehicle near the
center of the lane when driving. The
steering assist is combined with the
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system.
For additional information, see “Intelligent
Cruise Control (ICC) (models with ProPI-
LOT assist)” (P.5-97).
The steering assist can be activated when
the following conditions are met:
.
The ICC system is activated.
. Lane markers on both sides are clearly
detected.
. A vehicle ahead is detected (when the
vehicle is driven at speeds under 37
MPH (60 km/h)).
. The driver grips the steering wheel.
. The vehicle is driven at the center of
the lane.
. The turn signals are not operated.
. The windshield wiper is not operated
in the low or high speed operation
(the steering assist function is dis-
abled after the wiper operates for
approximately 10 seconds).
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blies pour un environnement non con-
trole. Cet equipement doit etre installe et
utilise avec un minimum de 30 cm de
distance entre la source de rayonnement
et votre corps.
FCC Notice
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate the equipment.
CONVENTIONAL (fixed speed)
CRUISE CONTROL MODE
NOTE:
ProPILOT assist provides no approach
warnings, automatic braking, or steer-
ing assist in the conventional (fixed
speed) cruise control mode.
This mode allows driving at a speed
between 25 to 90 MPH (40 to 144 km/h)
without keeping your foot on the accel-
erator pedal.
WARNING
.In the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode, a warning
chime does not sound to warn
you if you are too close to the
vehicle ahead, as neither the pre-
sence of the vehicle ahead nor the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is
detected.
. Pay special attention to the dis-
tance between your vehicle and
the vehicle a head of you or a
collision could occur.
. Always confirm the setting in the
ICC system display.
. Do not use the conventional
(fixed speed) cruise control mode
when driving under the following
conditions:
— When it is not possible to keep
the vehicle at a set speed
— In heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in speed
— On winding or hilly roads
— On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.)
— In very windy areas
. Doing so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in an
accident.
WAF0063X
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control switches
1. RES+ switch:
Resumes set speed or increases speed
incrementally
2. CANCEL switch: Deactivates the system without eras-
ing the set speed
3. ProPILOT Assist switch: Turns the ProPILOT Assist system on
or off
4. SET- switch: Sets desired cruise speed or reduces
speed incrementally
WAF0064X
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode display and indica-
tors
The display is located in the vehicle
information display.
1. Cruise indicator:This indicator indicates the condition
of the ICC system depending on a
color.
.Cruise control ON indicator (gray):Indicates that the ProPILOT Assist
switch is on
.Cruise control SET indicator (green):Indicates that the cruising speed is
set
.Cruise control warning (yellow): In-dicates that there is a malfunction
in the ICC system
2. Set vehicle speed indicator: This indicator indicates the set vehicle
speed.
WAF0065X
Operating conventional (fixed
speed) cruise control mode
To turn on the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode, push and hold the
ProPILOT assist switch
for longer than
about 1.5 seconds.
When pushing the ProPILOT assist switch
on, the conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode display and indicators
are
displayed in the vehicle information dis-
play. After you hold the ProPILOT assist
switch on for longer than about 1.5
seconds, the ICC system display turns
off. The cruise indicator appears. You can
now set your desired cruising speed.
Pushing the ProPILOT assist switch again
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will turn the system completely off. When
the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position, the system is also automatically
turned off.
To use the ICC system again, quickly push
and release the ProPILOT assist switch
(vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode) or push and hold it (conventional
cruise control mode) again to turn it on.
WARNING
To avoid accidentally engaging
cruise control, make sure to turn
the ProPILOT assist switch off when
not using the ICC system.WAF0066X
To set cruising speed, accelerate your
vehicle to the desired speed, push the SET
—
switch and release it. (The color of
the cruise indicator changes to green and
set vehicle speed indicator comes on.)
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Your vehicle will maintain the set speed.
. To pass another vehicle, depress the
accelerator pedal. When you release
the pedal, the vehicle will return to the
previously set speed.
. The vehicle may not maintain the set
speed when going up or down steep
hills. If this happens, manually main-
tain vehicle speed.
To cancel the preset speed, use any of the following methods:
1. Push the CANCEL switch. The vehicle
speed indicator will turn off.
2. Tap the brake pedal. The vehicle speed indicator will turn off.
3. Turn the ProPILOT assist switch off. Both the cruise indicator and vehicle
speed indicator will turn off.
To reset at a faster cruising speed, use
one of the following three methods:
1. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed,
push and release the SET- switch.
2. Push and hold the RES+ switch. When the vehicle attains the desired speed,
release the switch.
3. Push, then quickly release the RES+ switch. Each time you do this, the set
speed will increase by about 1 MPH (1.6
km/h).
To reset at a slower cruising speed, use
one of the following three methods:
1. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed,
push the SET— switch and release it.
2. Push and hold the SET- switch. Re- lease the switch when the vehicle
slows down to the desired speed.
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Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.
1. Use smooth accelerator and brakepedal application.
.Avoid rapid starts and stops..Use smooth, gentle accelerator andbrake application whenever possi-
ble.
.Maintain constant speed whilecommuting and coast whenever
possible.
2. Maintain constant speed.
.Look ahead to try and anticipate and minimize stops.
.Synchronizing your speed with traf-fic lights allows you to reduce your
number of stops.
.Maintaining a steady speed canminimize red light stops and im-
prove fuel efficiency.
3. Use air conditioning (A/C) at higher vehicle speeds.
.Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is moreefficient to open windows to cool
the vehicle due to reduced engine
load.
.Above 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to use A/C to cool the
vehicle due to increased aerody-
namic drag.
.Recirculating the cool air in thecabin when the A/C is on reduces
cooling load.
4. Drive at economical speeds and dis- tances.
.Observing the speed limit and notexceeding 60 MPH (97 km/h)
(where legally allowed) can improve
fuel efficiency due to reduced aero-
dynamic drag.
.Maintaining a safe following dis-tance behind other vehicles re-
duces unnecessary braking.
.Safely monitoring traffic to antici- pate changes in speed permits
reduced braking and smooth accel-
eration changes.
.Select a gear range suitable to roadconditions.
5. Use cruise control.
.Using cruise control during highway driving helps maintain a steady
speed.
.Cruise control is particularly effec-tive in providing fuel savings when
driving on flat terrains.
6. Plan for the shortest route.
.Utilize a map or navigation system to determine the best route to save
time. 7. Avoid idling.
.Shutting off your engine when safe
for stops exceeding 30-60 seconds
saves fuel and reduces emissions.
8. Buy an automated pass for toll roads.
.Automated passes permit drivers to use special lanes to maintain cruis-
ing speed through the toll and
avoid stopping and starting.
9. Winter warm up.
.Limit idling time to minimize impact to fuel economy.
.Vehicles typically need no morethan 30 seconds of idling at start-
up to effectively circulate the en-
gine oil before driving.
.Your vehicle will reach its ideal
operating temperature more
quickly while driving versus idling.
10. Keeping your vehicle cool.
.Park your vehicle in a covered parking area or in the shade when-
ever possible.
.When entering a hot vehicle, open- ing the windows will help to reduce
the inside temperature faster, re-
sulting in reduced demand on your
A/C system.
FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) model
If you install snow tires, they must also be
the same size, brand, construction and
tread pattern on all four wheels.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following
items be carried in the vehicle during
winter:
.A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to
remove ice and snow from the win-
dows and wiper blades.
. A sturdy, flat board to be placed under
the jack to give it firm support.
. A shovel to dig the vehicle out of
snow-drifts.
. Extra window washer fluid to refill the
reservoir tank.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
.Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing
rain), very cold snow or ice can be
slick and very hard to drive on.
The vehicle will have much less
traction or “grip” under these
conditions. Try to avoid driving
on wet ice until the road is salted
or sanded. .
Whatever the condition, drive
with caution. Accelerate and slow
down with care. If accelerating or
downshifting too fast, the drive
wheels will lose even more trac-
tion.
. Allow more stopping distance
under these conditions. Braking
should be started sooner than on
dry pavement.
. Allow greater following distances
on slippery roads.
. Watch for slippery spots (glare
ice). These may appear on an
otherwise clear road in shaded
areas. If a patch of ice is seen
ahead, brake before reaching it.
Try not to brake while on the ice,
and avoid any sudden steering
maneuvers.
. Do not use cruise control on
slippery roads.
. Snow can trap dangerous ex-
haust gases under your vehicle.
Keep snow clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around your vehi-
cle.
11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .................... 5-146
Active Ride Control ................................................. 5-151
Advanced air bag system ..................................... 1-46
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system .............................. 1-46
Front passenger air bag and
status light................................................................. 1-48
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system..................... 1-55
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system..................... 1-55
Air bag warning labels ............................................ 1-58
Air bag warning light................................. 1-59, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter ....................................... 8-15
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation............................... 4-26
Air conditioner service...................................... 4-33
Air conditioner specification label....... 10-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant
recommendations ................................ 4-33, 10-6
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)............................................................ 2-43
Alcohol, drugs and driving ................................... 5-10
Antenna........................................................................\
....... 4-33
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................... 5-146
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light ................................................................... 2-11
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ................................. 7-2
Interior appearance care................................... 7-4
Armrest ........................................................................\
............ 1-7
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-18 Audio........................................................................\
.................. 4-2
Automatic
Door locks...................................................................... 3-7
Automatic air conditioner .................................... 4-30
Automatic brake hold .............................................. 5-29
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) ....... 5-115
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
system warning light................................................ 2-12
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
with pedestrian detection system.............. 5-122
Average speed ............................................................... 2-39
Avoiding collision and rollover.............................. 5-8
B
Battery........................................................................\
.......... 8-11 Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ..... 8-23
Battery replacement, Key fob..................... 8-21
Battery saver system......................................... 2-52
Variable voltage control system .............. 8-13
Before starting the engine................................... 5-17
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ..................................... 5-46
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System ......... 4-2
Booster seats.................................................................. 1-37
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............ 5-146
Brake and clutch fluid ......................................... 8-9
Brake system ....................................................... 5-145
Electronic parking brake warning
light........................................................................\
.......... 2-12
Parking brake .......................................................... 5-27
Warning light............................................................ 2-11
Break-in schedule .................................................... 5-137
Brightness control
Instrument panel ..................................................... 2-9
Bulb check/instrument panel............................ 2-11 Bulb replacement ........................................................ 8-25
C
Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants ........................................................................\
... 10-2
Car phone or CB radio ............................................ 4-34
Card holder....................................................................... 2-65
Cargo area ........................................................................\
2-63
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ....... 5-4
Chassis and body maintenance...................... 9-11
Chassis control............................................ 2-40, 5-149
Child restraints .............................................................. 1-20
Booster seats........................................................... 1-37
LATCH system ......................................................... 1-22
Precautions on child restraints................. 1-20
Child safety....................................................................... 1-17
Child safety rear door lock ...................................... 3-7
Chimes, Audible reminders.................................. 2-18
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ................................. 8-19
Cleaning exterior and interior ................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock ........................................................................\
.............. 2-41
Clutch fluid........................................................................\
.... 8-9
Cockpit ........................................................................\
............. 2-3
Cold weather driving ............................................. 5-157
Console box ..................................................................... 2-64
Console light ................................................................... 2-74
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid........................................................................\
....... 8-9
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) position indicator.............................................. 2-9
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode ............................................................... 5-112
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
11-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-6
Checking engine coolant level...................... 8-5
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-7
Cruise control ................................................................. 5-64 Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC
system)........................................................................\
.. 5-82
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .................. 5-66
Cup holders...................................................................... 2-62
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission)............................. 5-13, 5-20
D
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system....... 2-52
Defroster switch, Rear window and
outside mirror defroster switch....................... 2-47
Dimensions and weights....................................... 10-8
Display Vehicle information display.......................... 2-19
Drive belt ........................................................................\
.... 8-13
Driving Cold weather driving ..................................... 5-157
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission)..................................... 5-20
Driving with manual transmission.......... 5-25
Intelligent 4x4 ..................................................... 5-139
On-pavement and off-road driving .......... 5-8
Precautions when starting
and driving.................................................................... 5-4
Safety precautions .............................................. 5-10
Dynamic driver assistance switch
(models without ProPILOT assist) .................. 2-56
E
ECO mode switch........................................................ 2-59
ECO mode system ...................................................... 5-32 Ambient ECO............................................................ 5-33
ECO Drive Report.................................................. 5-34
ECO Pedal Guide function ............................. 5-33
Economy, Fuel............................................................. 5-139
Elapsed time.................................................................... 2-39
Elapsed time and trip odometer..................... 2-39
Electric power steering........................................ 5-144
Electric power steering warning light ........ 2-12
Emission control information label............ 10-10
Emission control system maintenance ......... 9-8
Emission control system warranty ............ 10-17
Engine Before starting the engine............................ 5-17
Break-in schedule ............................................ 5-137
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-6
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Checking engine coolant level...................... 8-5
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge .......................... 2-7
Emergency engine shut off.............. 5-16, 6-3
Engine compartment
check locations ......................................................... 8-3
Engine cooling system ........................................ 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation ..................................... 10-5
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-6
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-9
Engine specifications......................................... 10-7 Engine start operation indicator
(for Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) models) ........................ 2-31
Engine start operation indicator
(for Manual Transmission (MT)
models) ........................................................................\
. 2-31
If your vehicle overheats ................................ 6-11
Starting the engine.............................. 5-18, 5-19
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 10-19
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ......................... 5-4
Explanation of scheduled
maintenance items ........................................................ 9-5
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ......... 10-9
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ................................ 8-15
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch).................................................................... 6-2
Flat tire........................................................................\
............. 6-3
Flat towing..................................................................... 10-15
Floor mat cleaning ......................................................... 7-5
Fluid Brake and clutch fluid ......................................... 8-9
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid....................................................................... 8-9
Engine coolant........................................................... 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-10
Fog light switch ............................................................ 2-54
Front manual seat adjustment ............................ 1-3
Front passenger air bag and
status light........................................................................\
1-48