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Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
Pull the lever down firmly to adjust the height and lengthwise positio\
n of the column; firmly
push the lever back up to lock the column in place. Do not adjust while \
driving.
Heated Steering Wheel (if equipped)
To activate, pull the Heated Steering Wheel switch while the ignition is \
in the ON position.
The indicator light on the switch will illuminate.
To deactivate, pull the Heated Steering Wheel switch again.
i/SET Combination Meter Display Controls
Use the controls to display and switch selected items in the combination meter displa\
y.
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for details on these controls.
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Automatic Climate Control System (if equipped)
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Automatic On and Off
This system automatically controls
outlet air temperature, fan speed, air
flow distribution, air inlet control, and air
conditioner compressor operation. Press
“AUTO” to activate. Press “OFF” to turn
off the system.
2
Temperature Control Dial
Rotate the dial clockwise to increase
the temperature or rotate the dial
counterclockwise to decrease the
temperature and maintain a comfortable
climate within the driver and passenger
compartment. The temperature is
displayed digitally on the screen.




Operation in Manual Mode
3
Recirculated/Outside Air Button
Press the air inlet selection button to
prevent outside air from being drawn
into the passenger compartment. Press
the button again to allow outside air
into the compartment. TO PREVENT
WINDSHIELD FOGGING, DO NOT
REMAIN IN THE RECIRCULATED MODE
FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME
4
Fan Speed Control Knob
Rotate the fan speed control
knob to select the desired fan speed.
5
Air Flow Mode Selection Dial
Turn the “MODE” dial to select the
desired air flow mode. The selected
air flow mode – either ventilation, bi-level,
heat or heat-defrost – is shown on
the display.
Controls
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Located in the multi-function display;
top center of dash
6 Air Conditioner Button
Press the “A/C” button to activate
the air conditioning. Press it again to
turn off the air conditioning.
7
Defroster Button
Press the button to defrost or
dehumidify the windshield and front
door windows.


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Rear Window Defogger Button
Press the button to turn on the
defogger. It will automatically shut
off after about 15 minutes. If the
window clears before that time, you
can press the button again to turn
it off. If equipped, the outside mirror
defogger and windshield wiper
deicer will also activate.
9
Maximum Air Conditioner Button
For quicker cooling, press the “MAX
A/C” button.
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Controls
Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control System (if equipped)
1 Automatic On and Off
This system automatically controls
outlet air temperature, fan speed,
air flow distribution, air inlet control,
and air conditioner compressor
operation. Press “AUTO” to activate.
Press “OFF” to turn off the system.
2 Temperature Control Dial
Rotate the dial clockwise to increase
the temperature or rotate the dial
counterclockwise to decrease the
temperature and maintain a comfortable
climate within the driver and passenger
compartment. The temperature is
displayed digitally on the screen.

Separate temperature settings
can be adjusted for the driver’s
side and passenger’s side.
Operation in Manual Mode
3 Recirculated/Outside Air Button
Press the air inlet selection button to
prevent outside air from being drawn
into the passenger compartment. Press
the button again to allow outside air
into the compartment. TO PREVENT
WINDSHIELD FOGGING, DO NOT
REMAIN IN THE RECIRCULATED MODE
FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME.
4 Fan Speed Control Knob
Rotate the fan speed control knob
to select the desired fan speed.
5 Air Flow Mode Selection Button
Press the “MODE” button to select the
desired air flow mode. The selected
air flow mode – either ventilation,
ventilation 2, bi-level, heat, heat-defrost,
or defrost – is shown on the display.
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6 SYNC Button
Press the button to synchronize both
the driver’s side and passenger’s
side temperatures using the
driver’s side temperature control.
7 Air Conditioner Button
Press the “A/C” button to activate
the air conditioning. Press it again
to turn off the air conditioning.
8 MAX Air Conditioner Button
For quicker cooling, press
the “MAX A/C” button.
9 Defroster Button
Press the button to defrost or
dehumidify the windshield and
front door windows.
10 Rear Window Defogger Button
Press the button to turn on the
defogger. It will automatically shut
off after about 15 minutes. If the
window clears before that time,
you can press the button again to
turn it off. If equipped, the outside
mirror defogger and windshield
wiper deicer will also activate.
Located in the multi-function display;
top center of dash
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While Operating
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
To apply, depress the brake pedal and pull up the parking
brake switch. The brake system warning light on the
instrument panel and the indicator light on the parking
brake switch will illuminate and “PARK” will appear in the
combination meter display.
To release, make sure all doors are closed and your seatbelt
is fastened, then gently push the accelerator pedal. Or, while
the ignition switch is in the ON position and the brake pedal
is depressed, push down the parking brake switch.
Auto Vehicle Hold Function (AVH)
The Auto Vehicle Hold function will automatically keep the
vehicle stopped even after releasing the brake pedal when
the vehicle is stopped, such as at traffic signals. To activate,
press the Auto Vehicle Hold switch. The Auto Vehicle Hold ON indicator light on the
instrument panel will illuminate. To deactivate, press the switch again. While the Auto Vehicle
Hold function is operating, the Auto Vehicle Hold operation indicator light on the instrument
panel will illuminate.
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Additional Information
Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. Consult the Owner’s
Manual for more detailed information.
Fuel Capacity
• 16.6 US gal (63 liters, 13.9 lmp gal)
• When the low fuel indicator light is displayed on the instrument panel, \
approximately
2.5 US gallons (9.5 liters, 2.1 Imp gal) of fuel remain.
• If you have recently fueled your vehicle, the Check Engine light on the instrument pa\
nel
may stay on due to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should\
be tightened until
a click is heard).
Fuel Filler Lid Release
To unlock the fuel filler lid, unlock your vehicle with the key fob or
power door lock switch, or turn the ignition switch to ACC or
LOCK/OFF. Push the rear side of the fuel filler lid to open it, then
open it fully by hand. To close the fuel door, press on the door until
you hear it latch.
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k
(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”.
- Use 0W-20 synthetic, replacement interval 6,000 miles under normal driving
conditions. No requirement at the first 3,000 miles.
Engine Oil Capacity
• 4.4 US qt (3.7 liters, 4.2 lmp qt)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS). The individual tire pressure is found in the
Combination Meter Display. Tire pressure specifications
may be found on the tire information placard found on
the driver’s side door pillar. Please refer to your Owner’s
Manual for more information.
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