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Driving your vehicle
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Engine Start/Stop Button
Whenever the front door is opened,
the Engine Start/Stop button will illu-
minate and will go off 30 seconds
after the door is closed.
NEVER press the Engine Start/
Stop button while the vehicle
is in motion except in an emer-
gency. This will result in the
engine turning off and loss of
power assist for the steering
and brake systems.(Continued)
WARNING
To turn the engine off in an
emergency:
Press and hold the Engine
Start/Stop button for more than
two seconds OR rapidly press
and release the Engine Start/
Stop button three times (within
three seconds).
If the vehicle is still moving, you
can restart the engine without
depressing the brake pedal by
pressing the Engine Start/Stop
button with the shift lever in the
N (Neutral) position.
(Continued)This may lead to loss of direc-
tional control and braking
function, which could cause
an accident.
Before leaving the driver's
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, set the parking
brake, press the Engine Start/
Stop button to the OFF posi-
tion, and take the Smart Key
with you. Unexpected vehicle
movement may occur if these
precautions are not followed.
NEVER reach through the
steering wheel for the Engine
Start/Stop button or any other
control while the vehicle is in
motion. The presence of your
hand or arm in this area may
cause a loss of vehicle control
resulting in an accident.
WARNING
To reduce risk of serious injury
or death, NEVER allow children
or any person who is unfamiliar
with the vehicle to touch the
Engine Start/Stop button or
related parts. Unexpected and
sudden vehicle movement can
occur.
WARNING
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Automatic Transmission Operation
The automatic transmission has six forward speeds and one reverse speed.
The individual speeds are selected automatically in the D (Drive) position. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death:
ALWAYS check the surround-
ing areas near your vehicle for
people, especially children,
before shifting a vehicle into
D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
Before leaving the driver's
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, then set the parking
brake, and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF posi-
tion. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur
if these precautions are not
followed.
When using Manual Shift
Mode, use caution when shift-
ing from a higher gear to a
lower gear on slippery roads.
This could cause the tires to
slip and may result in an acci-
dent.
WARNING
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Driving your vehicle
The dual clutch transmission incor- porates a dry-type dual clutch
mechanism, which allows for better
acceleration performance and
increased fuel efficiency while driv-
ing. But it differs from a conven-
tional automatic transmission
because it does not incorporate a
torque converter. Instead, the tran-
sition from one gear to the next is
managed by clutch slip, especially
at lower speeds. As a result, shifts
are sometimes more noticeable,
and a light vibration can be felt as
the transmission shaft speed is
matched with the engine shaft
speed. This is a normal condition of
the dual clutch transmission.
The dry-type clutch transfers torque more directly and provides
a direct-drive feeling which may
feel different from a conventional
automatic transmission. This may
be more noticeable when launch-
ing the vehicle from a stop or when
traveling at low, stop-and-go vehi-
cle speeds. When rapidly accelerating from a
lower vehicle speed, the engine
rpm may increase dramatically as
a result of clutch slip as the dual
clutch transmission selects the cor-
rect gear. This is a normal condi-
tion.
When accelerating from a stop on an incline, press the accelerator
smoothly and gradually to avoid
any shudder feeling or jerkiness.
When traveling at a lower vehicle speed, if you release the accelera-
tor pedal quickly, you may feel
engine braking before the trans-
mission changes gears. This
engine braking feeling is similar to
operating a manual transmission at
low speed.
When driving downhill, you may wish to move the gear shift lever to
Manual Shift mode and downshift
to a lower gear in order to control
your speed without using the brake
pedal excessively.
When you turn the engine on and off, you may hear clicking sounds
as the system goes through a self-
test. This is a normal sound for the
dual clutch transmission. During the first 1000 miles, you
may feel that the vehicle may not
be smooth when accelerating at
low speed. During this break-in
period, the shift quality and per-
formance of your new vehicle is
continuously optimized.
To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death:
ALWAYS check the surround-
ing areas near your vehicle for
people, especially children,
before shifting a vehicle into
D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
Before leaving the driver's
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, then set the parking
brake, and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF posi-
tion. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur
if these precautions are not
followed. (Continued)
WARNING
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Driving your vehicle
Overloading your vehicle may
cause damage. Repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Do
not overload your vehicle. We do not recommend using this
vehicle for trailer towing.
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If you carry items inside your
vehicle (e.g., suitcases, tools,
packages, or anything else),
they are moving as fast as the
vehicle. If you have to stop or
turn quickly, or if there is a
crash, the items will keep going
and can cause an injury if they
strike the driver or a passenger.
Put items in the cargo area of
your vehicle. Try to spread the
weight evenly.
Do not stack items, like suit-
cases, inside the vehicle
above the tops of the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured
child restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something
inside the vehicle, secure it.
WARNING
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Air bag warning labels ....................................................2-67
Air bags ........................................................................\
...2-45Additional safety precautions .....................................2-67
Air bag collision sensors ............................................2-61
Air bag inflation conditions .......................................2-63
Air bag non-inflation conditions ................................2-64
Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-67
Curtain air bags ..........................................................2-49
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger's seat .......................................................2-60
Driver's air bag ...........................................................2-47
Driver's knee airbag....................................................2-47
How does the air bags system operate? .....................2-50
Occupant Classification System (OCS) .....................2-56
Passenger's front air bag.............................................2-47
Side air bags ...............................................................2-48
SRS Care ....................................................................2-66\
SRS components and functions..................................2-50
SRS warning light ......................................................2-51
What to expect after an air bag inflates .....................2-55
Why didn't my air bag go off in a collision ...............2-61
Air cleaner replacement ..................................................7-29
Air conditioning refrigerant label ......................3-107, 3-119
Air conditioning system specification ..............................8-7 Air ventilation seats ........................................................2-20
Alarm system ..................................................................3-16
Antenna ........................................................................\
.....4-3
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .......................................5-47
Appearance care..............................................................7-80
Exterior care ...............................................................7-80
Interior care ................................................................7-85
Armrest ........................................................................\
...2-14
Audio/Video/Navigation system .......................................4-4
Auto defogging system .................................................3-122
Auto hold ........................................................................\
5-43
Auto light position ..........................................................3-85
Automatic climate control system ................................3-108 Air conditioning........................................................\
3-115
Air conditioning refrigerant label.............................3-119
Air intake control......................................................3-114
Automatic heating and air conditioning ...................3-109
Fan speed control......................................................3-115
Instrument panel vents..............................................3-112
Manual heating and air conditioning........................3-110
Mode selection..........................................................3-111
OFF mode .................................................................3-116
SYNC button ............................................................3-113
System maintenance .................................................3-118
Temperature control..................................................3-113
Index
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California perchlorate notice ..........................................7-92
Camera (Rear view) ........................................................3-98
Capacities (Lubricants) .....................................................8-8
CareExterior care ...............................................................7-80
Interior care ................................................................7-85
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
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Cargo area cover ...........................................................3-134
Cartridge type fuse..........................................................7-57
Cellular phone holder ...................................................3-130
Center console storage ..................................................3-125
Central door lock switch .................................................3-14
Certification label............................................................8-11
Chains Tire chains ................................................................5-119
Check tire inflation pressure ...........................................7-40
Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-34 Booster seats...............................................................2-37
Forward-facing child restraints ..................................2-37
Installing a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-37
Lower anchors and tether for children .......................2-38
Rear-facing child seats ...............................................2-36
Securing a child restraint system seat with "Tether Anchor" system ..........................................2-41
Securing a child restraint system with a lap/ shoulder belt ............................................................2-42 Securing a child restraint system with LATCH
anchors system ........................................................2-40
Selecting a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-35
Child-protector rear door lock ........................................3-16
Climate control air filter replacement.............................7-30
Climate control system Automatic climate control system............................3-108
Manual climate control system ..................................3-99
Clock ........................................................................\
.....3-132
Clothes hanger ..............................................................3-132
Cluster ionizer ...............................................................3-124
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ................3-49
Compact spare tire replacement .....................................7-45
Consumer information ....................................................8-13
Coolant ........................................................................\
....7-23
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ...................................7-23
Crankcase emission control system ................................7-87
Cruise control system .....................................................5-91
Cup holder.....................................................................3-1\
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Curtain air bags ...............................................................2-49
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination..................................................................3-50
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................3-49
Day/night rearview mirror ..............................................3-20
Daytime running light (DRL) .........................................3-85
Defogging (Windshield)................................................3-119
Index
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How to use this manual ....................................................F-6
If the engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly.........6-3
If the engine overheats ......................................................6-6
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing...................6-2
If the engine stalls while driving ......................................6-2
If the engine turns over normally but doesn't start ...........6-3
If the engine will not start.................................................6-3
If you have a flat tire while driving ..................................6-3
Ignition switch ..................................................................5-6Engine Start/Stop button ..............................................5-9
Key ignition switch ......................................................5-6
Impact sensing door unlock ............................................3-15
Improtant safety precautions.............................................2-2 Air bag hazards ............................................................2-2
Always wear your seat belt ..........................................2-2
Control your speed .......................................................2-2
Driver distraction..........................................................2-2
Keep your vehicle in safe condition.............................2-2
Restrain all children .....................................................2-2
In case of emergency while driving..................................6-2
Indicator light..................................................................3-56
Inside rearview mirror ....................................................3-19 Instrument cluster ...........................................................3-49
Assist mode ................................................................3-76
Gauges and meters .....................................................3-51
Instrument cluster illumination ..................................3-50
LCD display control ...................................................3-73
LCD display messages ...............................................3-67
LCD display modes ....................................................3-74
Shift indicator pop-up ................................................3-55
Transmission shift indicator .......................................3-54
Trip computer mode ...................................................3-75
User settings mode .....................................................3-77
Warning and indicator lights ......................................3-56
Instrument panel fuse replacement .................................7-56
Instrument panel overview ...............................................1-5
Interior care .....................................................................7-8\
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Interior features Bottle holder .............................................................3-127
Cargo area cover.......................................................3-134
Cellular phone holder ...............................................3-130
Clock ........................................................................\
3-132
Clothes hanger ..........................................................3-132
Cup holder ................................................................3-127
Floor mat anchor(s) ..................................................3-133
Luggage net (holder) ................................................3-134
Power outlet..............................................................3-129
Sliding armrest .........................................................3-128
Sunvisor ....................................................................3-12\
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Wireless cellular phone charging system .................3-130
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Rear view monitor ..........................................................3-98
Rear window wiper and washer .....................................3-97
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...................7-39
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-8
Refrigerant label .............................................................8-12
Remote key .......................................................................3\
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Liftgate unlocking ........................................................3-4
Locking........................................................................\
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Mechanical key ............................................................3-5
Panic button ..................................................................3-4
Unlocking .....................................................................3-3\
Removable towing hook .................................................6-21
Replacement light bulb ...................................................7-69
Reporting safety defects .................................................8-14
Rocking the vehicle.....................................................\
..5-115
Rotation (Tire) ................................................................7-40
Safety messages ................................................................F-6
Scheduled maintenance services.......................................7-7
Seat belt warning light Driver's seat ................................................................2-22
Front passenger's seat .................................................2-23 Seat belts ........................................................................\
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Additional seat belt safety precautions ......................2-30
Care of seat belts ........................................................2-33
Do not lie down ..........................................................2-32
Driver's 3-point system with emergency locking retractor ...................................................................2-24
Height adjustment ......................................................2-25
Keep belts clean and dry ............................................2-33
Lap/shoulder belt ........................................................2-24
One person per belt ....................................................2-32
Passenger's 3-point system with convertible locking retractor ......................................................2-26
Periodic inspection .....................................................2-33
Pre-tensioner seat belt ................................................2-27
Rear center seat belt ...................................................2-27
Seat belt restraint system............................................2-23
Seat belt safety precautions ........................................2-21
Seat belt use and children...........................................2-3\
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Seat belt use during pregnancy ..................................2-30
Seat belt warning light ...............................................2-22
Transporting an injured person ..................................2-32
When to replace seat belts..........................................2-33
Seat warmers ...................................................................2-18
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