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The USB charging ports are used to supply 2.1 A of electricity at 5 V
to external devices.
The USB charging ports are for charging only. They are not desi gned
for data transfer or other purposes.
Depending on the external device, it may not charge properly. R efer to
the manual included with the dev ice before using a USB charging
port.
■Using the USB charging ports
Open the lid.
■ The USB charging ports can be used when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■ Situations in which the USB charg ing ports may not operate correctly
● If a device which consumes more than 2.1 A at 5 V is connected
● If a device designed to communicate with a personal computer, s uch as a
USB memory device, is connected
● If the connected external device is turned off (depending on de vice)
● If the temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle has
been parked in the sun
■ About connected external devices
Depending on the connected external device, charging may occasi onally be
suspended and then start again. This is not a malfunction.
USB charging ports
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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the USB charging ports
● Do not insert foreign objects into the ports.
● Do not spill water or other liquids into the ports.
● When the USB charging ports are not in use, close the lids. If a foreign
object or liquid enters a port may cause a short circuit.
● Do not apply excessive force to or impact the USB charging port s.
● Do not disassemble or modify the USB charging ports.
■ To prevent damage to external devices
● Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. The temperature i nside the
vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to an external dev ice.
● Do not push down on or apply unnecessary force to an external device or
the cable of an external device while it is connected.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the USB charging ports for a long period of time wit h the engine
stopped.
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Eco Driving Indicator .............. 108
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 10
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....................................... 339 Function ................................ 339
Warning light ......................... 584
Electronic key .......................... 114 Battery-saving function ......... 149
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 637
Replacing the battery ............ 551
Emergency flashers ................ 574
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 583
If a warning light turns on...... 583
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 593
If the battery is discharged.... 640
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 637
If the engine will not start ...... 635
If you have a flat tire ............. 610
If you think something is wrong.................................. 581
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 649
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 575
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 577
If your vehicle overheats ....... 646
Engine....................................... 655
“ACC” position ...................... 224
ACCESSORY mode ............. 228
Compartment ........................ 521
Engine switch................ 224, 227
Hood ..................................... 518
How to start the engine......................... 224, 227 Identification number ............ 654
If the engine will not start ...... 635
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 224, 227
Overheating .......................... 646
Engine coolant......................... 526 Capacity................................ 658
Checking............................... 526
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 346
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 98
Engine immobilizer system ...... 86
Engine oil ................................. 523 Capacity................................ 656
Checking............................... 523
Oil pressure warning message............................. 600
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 346
Engine switch .................. 224, 227
Enhanced VSC ......................... 338
Entune Audio ........................... 357 Audio input............................ 361
AUX port/USB port............................. 361
CD player.............................. 375
iPod ...................................... 381
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 375
Optimal use .......................... 372
Portable music player ........... 389
Radio .................................... 373
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 360
USB memory ........................ 385
Entune Audio Plus
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Entune Premium Audio*
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ..... 339
Function ................................ 339
Warning light......................... 584
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
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TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 338
Traction Control (TRAC) .................................... 338
Trailer sway control................. 338
Trailer towing .......................... 207
Transmission ........................... 233 Automatic transmission......... 233
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 237
S mode ................................. 235
Turn signal lights..................... 239
Replacing light bulbs............. 558
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Wattage ................................ 665
USB charging ports ................. 483
USB port ................................... 361
Utility vehicle precautions ...... 350
Valet key ................................... 114
Vanity lights ............................. 478 Wattage ................................ 665
Vanity mirrors .......................... 478
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 653
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 338
Voice command system
*....... 435
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .................................. 338 Warning buzzers
Brake system ....... ................. 583
Downshifting ......................... 236
Electric power steering system .......... ...................... 584
Key reminder ........................ 606
Parking brake ....................... 584
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....... 585
Seat belt reminder ................ 584
Warning lights ........................... 93
ABS ...................................... 583
Brake system ....... ................. 583
Electric power steering
system .......... ...................... 584
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 585
Low fuel level ........................ 584
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 583
Master warning light ............. 586
Parking brake ....................... 584
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....... 585
Seat belt reminder light......... 584
Slip indicator ......................... 584
SRS ...................................... 583
Stop & Start cancel indicator .................. 585
Tire pressure ........................ 586
Warning messages.................. 593
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