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Turns the switch to the door
position (door linked)
Operation is linked with the front
interior light main switch. When the
switch is off, the light does not illu-
minate.
Turns the light on
●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on/off according to
power switch mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors
are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.
● If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turne d off, the light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
● Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 739)
Rear interior light
1
2
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights o n longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.
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Interior features
Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
If the vanity light remain on when the power switch is turned o ff, the light will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
Sun visors
1
2
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the vanity l ights on for
extended periods while the hybrid system is off.
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Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than
12 V DC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W).
■ The power outlet can be used when
The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
■ When stopping the hybrid system
Disconnect electrical devices with charging functions, such as mobile battery
packs.
If such devices are left connected, the hybrid system may not s top normally.
Power outlets
FrontRear
Open the lid. Open the lid.
NOTICE
● To avoid damaging the power outlets, close the lid when the power outlet
is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlets may cau se a short
circuit.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the power outl et longer
than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
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Interior features
Garage door opener
The HomeLink® wireless control system in your vehicle has 3 buttons
which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the
programming methods on the following pages to determine the
method which is approp riate for the device.
HomeLink
® indicator light
Garage door operation indica-
tors
Buttons
■Before programming the HomeLink®
● During programming, it is possible that garage doors, gates, or
other devices may operate. For this reason, make sure that peo-
ple and objects are clear of the garage door or other devices t o
prevent injury or other potential harm.
● It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the remote
control transmitter for mo re accurate programming.
● Garage door opener motors manufactured after 1995 may be
equipped with rolling code pro tection. If this is the case, you may
need a stepladder or other sturdy, safe device to reach the
“Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage door opener motor.
: If equipped
The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems,
security systems, and other devices.
HomeLink®
1
2
3
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Press and hold the 2 outside but-
tons for 10 seconds until the
HomeLink
® indicator light
changes from continuously lit
orange to rapidly flashing green.
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to
erase the programs stored in the
HomeLink
® memory.
■ Codes stored in the HomeLink® memory
● The registered codes are not erased even if the battery cable i s discon-
nected.
● If learning failed when registering a different code to a HomeL ink
® button
that already has a code registered to it, the already registere d code will not
be erased.
■ Before programming
●Install a new battery in the transmitter.
● The battery side of the transmitter must be pointed away from the
HomeLink
®.
■ Certification for the garage door opener
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
Erasing the entire HomeLink® memory (all three codes)
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7Maintenance and care
7-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 562
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 567
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 573
General maintenance........ 576
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 579
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 580
Hood ................................. 583
Positioning a floor jack ...... 585
Engine compartment ......... 586
Tires .................................. 600
Tire inflation pressure ....... 609
Wheels .............................. 612
Replacing the tire .............. 615
Air conditioning filter.......... 626
Wiper rubber replacement .................... 630
Electronic key battery........ 633
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 636
Headlight aim .................... 639
Light bulbs......................... 641
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Maintenance and care
■Note for a smart key system
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effective
range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, f ollow the fol-
lowing correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
● Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from t he vehicle
while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that th e key is not
stolen.)
● Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the sm art key sys-
tem. ( P. 288)
■ Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
● Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
● To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather
■ Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■ Front side windows water-repellent coating
The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent
coating.
●Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
● Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.
● Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the
windows.
● Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
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Clean the air intake vents and fil-
ters by the following procedures to
prevent dust from accumulating in
them, or to prevent them from
clogging.
The filters are attached to the back
side of the air intake vent grilles.
■
Cleaning the air intake vents and filters
Remove the dust from the vents
and filters with a vacuum
cleaner etc.
Clean the vents of the both
sides.
■
Cleaning the filters
If “Maintenance required for Traction battery cooling parts See
owner’s manual” is shown on the multi-information display, remo ve
the air intake vent grilles on t he both sides of the rear seat and
clean the filters.
Insert a flathead screwdriver
etc. to the notch at the edge
of the grille to disconnect the
3 tabs, and remove the grille.
Turn over the rubber portion
beside the grille to insert the flat-
head screwdriver.
To prevent damage, cover the
tip of the flathead screwdriver
with a rag.
Cleaning the air intake vents and filters
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