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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters and ventilators*.
1. Select .
2. Change the setting with one of the
following:
The Low icon: The LO setting (one indicator
on)
The Mid icon: The MID setting (two
indicators on)
The High icon: The HI setting (three
indicators on)
Auto : The system automatically selects the
setting most suitable to the ambient
environment.
Off : Turn off the system.
When the power mode is turned on after it is
turned off, the previous setting of front seat
heaters and ventilators
* are maintained.
■Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*1 Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*
Do not use the seat heater s and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the engine is off. Under such
conditions, the battery ma y be weakened, making
the engine difficult to start.
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the seat heaters will automatically be reduced by one
level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The
elapsed time varies according to the interior
environment.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
Models with seat ventilation
Models without seat ventilation
* Not available on all models
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Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters.
Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)
Four times - The OFF se tting (no indicators on)
Pull the tab and roll up the sunshade all the
way. Use the hooks to hang it.
■Second Row Outer Seat Heaters*1 Second Row Outer Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the seat heaters will automatically be reduced by one
level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The
elapsed time varies according to the interior
environment.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
■Integrated Sunshades*
1Integrated Sunshades*
Use the sunshades only when the windows are fully
closed. Using the shade while a window is open can
unhook and blow off the sh ade, hitting and hurting
anyone sitting near the window.
Tab
Hook
* Not available on all models
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uuClimate Control System uUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
1. Select the driver’s or passenger’s side
temperature control icon.
2. Change the temperature setting from the
following:
Temperature bar: Select a point where your
desired temperature setting is.
Farther to the left is for a lower, and to the
right for a higher setting.
(+/(-: To raise or lower the temperature
setting one degree at a time.
While you select and hold
(+/(-, the
temperature decreases or increases.
Max Cool: To rapidly cool down the interior.
u The A/C indicator comes on. The setting
returns to the previously selected value
when you select it again.
Max Heat: To rapidly warm up the interior.
u The A/C indicator goes off. The setting
returns to the previously selected value
when you select it again.
■Changing the Interior Temperature Setting1 Using Automatic Climate Control
If you select the Max Cool or Max Heat during Auto
Idle Stop, the engine restarts automatically.
The side you selected.
Temperature Bar
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uuClimate Control System uUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
Pressing the button or selecting the Front
icon appearing after the vent mode icon is
selected turns the air conditioning system on
and automatically switches the system to fresh
air mode.
Press the button or select the Front
icon again to turn off, the system returns to
the previous settings.
■To rapidly defrost the windows 1.Press the button, or select the vent
mode icon and then the Front icon.
2. Select the recirculation mode.
2 Switching between the Recirculation
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■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.
If you press the button or select the Front
icon during Auto Idle Stop, the engine restarts
automatically.
1 To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.
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uuAudio Error Messages uHard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio
Features
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio
If an error occurs while playing the Hard Disk Driv e (HDD) Audio, you may see the
following error messages. If you cannot cl ear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
HDD access error.
Please consult your dealer.—
The navigation system temperature is too high. For
protection, the system will shut off until it cools down.Turn the audio system off and allow the player to cool down until
the error message is cleared.
The navigation system atmospheric pressure is too low. For
protection, the system will shut off until the pressure returns
to safe levels.The navigation system has diffi culty reading the HDD when the
atmospheric pressure is too low. The navigation system starts up
automatically when the atmosphe ric pressure returns to safe
levels.
Unplayable FileAppears when a file format not su pported. Current track will be
skipped. The next supporte d track plays automatically.
There is no data available.Appears when the HDD is empty or there are no available files in
the HDD.
This function is not available during CD recording while the
CD is recording to the HDD.Appears when no available function is selected while the CD is
recording to the HDD.
Generating voice recognition commands. Please try again
later.Appears when no available function is selected while the
dictionary of the Song By VoiceTM recognition function is
generated.
Models with navigation system
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uuAudio Error Messages uApple CarPlay/Android Auto
Features
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
If an error occurs while using the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, you may see the
following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
A charging error has occurred with the connected device.
When safe, please check the compatibility of the device and
USB cable. Please see your ow ner's manual for more details.
This USB device is incompatib le. Please see your owner's
manual for more details.
Appears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect
the device. Then turn the audio system off, and turn it again. Do
not reconnect the device that caused the error.
Unable to start Appl e CarPlay. When safe, please confirm the
USB connection.Appears when Apple CarPlay or A ndroid Auto fails to recognize
your device.
Check if your device is compatib le with Apple CarPlay or Android
Auto, or the latest version of the app is installed on your device.
Unable to start Andr oid Auto. When safe, please confirm the
USB connection.
Unable to start Appl e CarPlay. When safe, please try again.Appears when Apple CarPlay or A ndroid Auto fails to recognize
your device.
Reconnect your device and try again.
Unable to start Android Auto. When safe, please try again.
Unable to start Apple CarPlay with your device. Your device is
connected in digital audio mode.Appears when your connected device is incompatible with Apple
CarPlay.
Check if your device is compatible with Apple CarPlay.
Information Screen
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
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uuCustomized Features u
Features
Maintenance ResetMaintenance Info.
Preferred Dynamic ModeDynamic
Mode
Key And Remote Unlock Mode
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Security Relock Timer
Auto Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock Door
Auto Folding Door Mirror*
Door Unlock Mode
Keyless Access Beep

Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Auto Light Sensitivity*
Remote Start System On/Off*
Walk Away Auto Lock
Lighting
Keyless
Access
Keyless Access Light Flash
Keyless Open Mode
Power Open By Outer Handle
Power
Tailgate
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Desc
ription Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings
Driving
Position
Memory Position LinkTurns the driving position memory system on and
off.On*1/Off
Easy Entry/Exit
Moves the seat fully rearward and steering wheel
fully up when you get in/get out of the vehicle.
Changes the setting for this feature.Seat & Steering
Wheel*1/Seat Only /
Steering Wheel
Only /Off
Keyless
Access
Door Unlock ModeChanges which doors unlock when you grab the
driver’s door handle.Driver’s Door or
Tailgate Only*1/All
Doors
Keyless Access Light
FlashCauses some exterior li ghts to flash when you
unlock/lock the doors.On*1/ Off
Keyless Access BeepCauses the beeper to sound when you unlock/
lock the doors.On*1/Off
Remote Start System
On/Off*Turns the remote engine start feature on and off.On*1/Off
Walk Away Auto Lock
Changes the settings for the automatic locking
the doors when you walk away from the vehicle
while carrying the keyless access remote.
On /Off*1
* Not available on all models
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