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uuBraking uBrake System
Driving
■To release automatically
Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.
Use the accelerator pedal to release the brake when you are starting the vehicle
facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
When on a hill, it may require more
accelerator input to release.u The electric parking brake indicator goes
off.
You can release the parking brake automatically when:
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.
• The engine is running.
• The transmission is not in
(P or (N.
1Parking Brake
If the parking brake cannot be released
automatically, release it manually.
When the vehicle is travel ing uphill, the accelerator
pedal may need to be pressed farther to
automatically release the electric parking brake.
The parking brake cannot be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:
•Malfunction indicator lamp•Transmission system indicator
The parking brake may not be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:
•Electric parking brak e system indicator
•VSA® system indicator•ABS indicator
•Supplemental restraint system indicator
Accelerator Pedal
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uuBraking uBrake System
534
Driving
■The system automatically cancels when:
• You depress the brake pedal and change to
(P or (R.
• You engage the parking brake.
■The system automatically cancels and the parking brake is applied when:
• Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
• The engine is turned off.
• Brake Hold System Problem appears on the MID.
■Turning off the automatic brake hold system
While the system is on, press the automatic
brake hold button again.
u The automatic brake hold system
indicator goes off.
If you want to turn off automatic brake hold
while the system is in operation, press the
automatic brake hold button with the brake
pedal depressed.
1 Automatic Brake Hold
While the system is activated, you can turn off the
engine or park the ve hicle through the same
procedure as you normally do. 2 When Stopped P. 546
Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,
the automatic brake hold turn s off once the engine is
off.
1 Turning off the automatic brake hold system
Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold
system before using an automated car wash.
You may hear an operating noi se if the vehicle moves
while the automatic brake hold system is in
operation.
Automatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes
Off
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for tire repair kit bottle*
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *6
* Not available on all models
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Index
I
Identification Numbers............................ 678
Engine and Transmission.......................... 678
Vehicle Identification ............................... 678
Illumination Control ................................. 183
Button ..................................................... 183
Immobilizer System .................................. 162
Indicator .................................................... 89
Indicators ..................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ............................ 95, 489
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 86
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 86
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 92
Auto Idle Stop System................................ 92
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 81, 533
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 81, 533
Blind spot information System ........... 99, 527
Brake System (Amber)................................ 79
Brake System (Red) ............................ 78, 658
Charging System ............................... 82, 656
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 97, 98
Electric Parking Brake................................. 80
Electric Parking Brake System ..................... 80
Fog Lights .................................................. 89
Gear Position ............................................. 83
High Beam................................................. 88
Immobilizer System .................................... 89
Keyless Access System ............................... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 93, 512 Lights On .................................................. 89
Low Fuel ................................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 82, 656
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 88
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 82, 657
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 94
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 34, 85
Security System Alarm ............................... 90
Speed-sensitive Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System ...................... 88, 658
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM.............. 91
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 86
System Message ........................................ 90
Transmission System.......................... 84, 661
Turn Signal ................................................ 88
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 87, 518
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 87, 519
Information .............................................. 675
Information Screen .................................. 244
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control................................... 183
Integrated Dynamics System ................... 486
Dynamic Mode button ............................ 486
Interface Dial ............................................ 239
Interior Lights ........................................... 206
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 188
iPhone ............................................... 291, 318
iPod ................................................... 284, 318
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 631
Jump Starting ........................................... 652
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 141
Keyless Access System .............................. 142
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 149
Keys ........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention ................................. 149
Number Tag............................................ 141
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 153
Remote Transmitter ................................ 147
Types and Functions................................ 139
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 471
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 510
Indicator ................................................... 93
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 61, 68
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 144
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto ......................................... 331
License information ................................. 334
Lights ................................................ 172, 593
Automatic............................................... 173
Bulb Replacement ................................... 593
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 175
High Beam Indicator ................................. 88
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Index
Parking Brake............................................ 529
Parking Sensor System .............................. 548
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 172
Power Tailgate .......................................... 156
Power Windows ........................................ 165
Precautions While Driving ........................ 470
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle................................................... 470
Rain ......................................................... 470
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 627, 635
R
Radiator..................................................... 590
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 254
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 257
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 255
Range ........................................................ 123
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 255
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 681
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
From the Front Panel ............................... 226
From the Rear Panel................................. 229
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ...................................................... 184
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ............ 335
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 336
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 352
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 337 Operating the System .............................. 339
Overhead Screen ..................................... 338
Playable Discs .......................................... 357
Rear Control Panel Operation .................. 340
Wireless Headphones .............................. 335
Rear Seats Second Row Seat .................................... 194
Third Row Seat ........................................ 203
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 188
Refueling .................................................. 569
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 119
Gasoline .......................................... 569, 676
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regulations ............................... 524, 605, 679
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 466
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Replacement
Battery ............................ 613, 614, 615, 616
Bulbs ....................................................... 593
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 598
Fuses ............................... 662, 665, 667, 668
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 600
Tires ........................................................ 608
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 680
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 189
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 505
On and Off.............................................. 507
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Checklist .......................................... 32
Safety Labels .............................................. 75
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 33
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 37
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 35
Checking .................................................. 40
Detachable Anchor ................................... 38
Fastening .................................................. 36
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 66
Pregnant Women...................................... 39
Reminder .................................................. 34
Warning Indicator ............................... 34, 85
Seat Heaters ..................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 217
Seats .......................................................... 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 192
Front Seats.............................................. 191
Rear Seats ....................................... 194, 203
Seat Heaters ................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 217
Second Row Seat .................................... 194
Third Row Seat ....................................... 203
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters ............ 218
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 197
Security System ........................................ 162
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 89
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