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1973-4. Switches and Controls
3
When Driving
The  number  of  passengers  and  weight  of  cargo  in  the  luggage  com-
partment change the ang le of the headlights.
The angle of the  headlights will be automatically adjusted when  turn-
ing on the headlights.
Some  countries  require  moving  vehicles  to  have  their  lights  on  (day-
time running lights) during the daytime.
The  daytime  running  lights  turn  on  automatically  when  the  vehic le
starts moving.
They  turn  off  when  the  parking  brake  is  operated  or  the  shift  l ever  is
shifted to the P position ( automatic transaxle vehicle).
Except Canada:
The daytime running lights can be deactivated.
Refer to Customizable Features on P. 555.
Headlight Leveling (if equipped)
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3-13. Rear View Monitor
Some  variance  occurs  between  the  actual  road  and  the  displayed
road. Such variance in distance perspective could lead to an ac cident.
Note  the  following  conditions  that  may  cause  a  variance  in  dist ance
perspective.
■When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and
load
When  the  vehicle  rear  is  lower ed,  the  object  displayed  on  the
screen appears farther than  the actual distance.
• When  parking  in  a  space  with  a  divi-
sion line on only one side of the park-
ing  space,  the  division  line  and  the
vehicle  width  guide  line  may  appear
parallel  on  the  monitor,  but  they  may
not actually be parallel on the ground.
Variance Between Actual Road C onditions and Displayed Image
Object
Variance 
     
        
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3935-3. Owner Maintenance
5
Maintenance and Care
Check  under  the  hood  area  to  make  certain  all  filler  caps  are  in
place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) ha ve been
removed.
Lift the hood, grasp the padded
area  on  the  support  rod,  and
secure the support rod in the
clip.  Verify  that  the  support  rod
is  secured  in  the  clip  before
closing the hood.
Lower the hood slowly to a height of about 7.9 in. (200 mm) abo ve
its closed position and  then let it drop.
Closing the Hood
1
Clip
ClipClip
O
WARNING
■Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked
A  hood  that  is  not  closed  and  securely  locked  is  dangerous  as  it  could  fly
open  while  the  vehicle  is  moving  and  block  the  driver’s  vision  which  could
result in a serious accident.
NOTICE
When closing the hood, do not push it excessively such as by applying your
weight. Otherwise, the hood could be deformed.
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5-3. Owner Maintenance
5
Maintenance and Care
Tires
Inspect all tire pressures monthly (including the spare) when the tires
are  cold.  Maintain  recommended  pressures  for  the  best  ride,  han -
dling, and minimum tire wear.
Refer to the spec ification charts
 (P.   5 5 3).
With tire pressure m onitoring system: 
After adjusting the tire pressur e, initialization of the tire p ressure mon-
itoring system is necessary to m ake the system operate normally .
Refer to Tire Pressure Monitorin g System Initialization on P. 244.
For reasons of proper performan ce, safety, and better fuel econ-
omy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and
stay  within  the  recommended  load  limits  and  weight  distribu-
tion.
WARNING
■Using Different Tire Types
Driving  your  vehicle  with  differ ent  types  of  tires  is  dangerous .  It  could
cause poor handling and poor bra king; leading to loss of control.
Except for the limited use of the temporary spare tire, use onl y the same
type tires (radial, bi as-belted, bias-type) on all four wheels.
■Using Wrong-Sized Tires
Using any other tire size than wh at is specified for the vehicle (P.   5 5 3 )
is dangerous. It could seriously affect ride, handling, ground  clearance,
tire  clearance,  and  speedometer  calibration.  This  could  cause  y ou  to
have  an  accident.  Use  only  tires  that  are  the  correct  size  spec ified  for
the vehicle.
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5237-7. Tire Information (U.S.A.)
7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
P215/65R15  95H  is  an  example  of  a  tire  size  and  load  index  rati ng.
Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire s ize and
load index rating. Note that the tire size and load index ratin g may be
different from the example.
● P
Indicates  a  tire  that  may  be  installed  on  cars,  SUVs,  minivans  and
light trucks as desig nated by the Tire and R im Association (T&RA).
If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it  is desig-
nated by either ETRTO (European Tire and Rim Technical Organiza -
tion) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association).
● 215
“215”  is  the  nominal  width  of  th e  tire  in  millimeters. This  three-digit
number gives the width in millimet ers of the tire from sidewall edge
to  sidewall  edge.  In  general,  the  larger  the  number,  the  wider  the
tire.
● 65
“65”  is  the  aspect  ratio.  This  two-digit  number  indicates  the  t ire’s
ratio of height to width.
● R
“R” is the tire construction sym bol. R indicates “Radial ply construc-
tion”.
● 15
“15” is the wheel rim  diameter in inches.
● 95
“95” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicate s how
much weight each tire can support.
● H
“H”  is  the  speed  rating.  The  speed  rating  denotes  the  maximum
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7-7. Tire Information (U.S.A.)
*: For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufac-
turers sometimes use the letters ZR. For tires with a maximum s peed
capability over 186 mph, tire manufacturers  always use the letters ZR.
■M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow
AT: All Terrain.
AS: All Season. The “M+S” or “M/ S” indicates that the tire has some
functional use in mud and snow.
■U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
This begins with the letters “DOT” which indicates the tire mee ts all
federal  standards.  The  next  two  numbers  or  letters  are  the  plan t
code where it was manufactured, and the last four numbers repre -
sent  the  week  and  year  the  tire  w as  manufactured.  For  example,
the  numbers  457  means  the  45st   week  of  1997.  After  2000  the
numbers  go  to  four  digits.  For  example,  the  number  2102  means
the  21th  week  of  2002.  The  othe r  numbers  are  marketing  codes
used  at  the  manufacturer’s  discr etion.  This  information  is  used to
contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.
■Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used
The  number  of  plies  indicates  the  number  of  layers  of  rubber-
coated fabric in the tire.
In  general,  the  greater  the  number  of  plies,  the  more  weight  a  tire
can  support. Tire  manufacturers  also  must  indicate  the  tire  mat eri-
als, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and other.
Letter RatingSpeed Rating
Q99 mph
R106 mph
S112 mph
T118 mph
U124 mph
H130 mph
V149 mph
W168* mph
Y186* mph 
     
        
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5277-7. Tire Information (U.S.A.)
7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
●90
“90” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicate s how
much weight each tire can support.
● M
“M”  is  the  speed  rating.  The  speed  rating  denotes  the  maximum
speed for which the use of the tire is rated.
Letter RatingSpeed Rating
M81 mph 
     
        
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7-7. Tire Information (U.S.A.)
●Tire  Placard:  A  label  indicating  the  OE  tire  sizes,  recommended
inflation pressure, and the maxi mum weight the vehicle can carry.
● Tire  Identification  Number (TIN): A  number on  the sidewall of  e ach
tire  providing  information  about  the  tire  brand  and  manufacturi ng
plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.
● Inflation Pressure: A measure  of the amount of air in a tire.
● kPa: Kilopascal, the metri c unit for air pressure.
● psi: Pounds per square inch, the  English unit for air pressure.
● B-pillar: The structural member at the si de of the vehicle behind the
front door.
● Original  Equipment  (OE):  Des cribes  components  originally
equipped on the vehicle.
● Vehicle Load  Limit: The maximum value of the combination  weight
of occupants and cargo.
● Bead Area of the Tire: Area of the tire ne xt to the rim.
● Sidewall  Area  of  the  Tire:  Area  between  the  bead  area  and  the
tread.
● Tread Area  of  the  Tire: Area  on  the  perimeter  of  the  tire  that  con-
tacts the road when it’s  mounted on the vehicle.
● Seating capacity means the total allowable number of vehicle oc cu-
pants. Seating capacity is  described on the tire label.
● Production  options  weight  is  the  combination  weight  of  installe d
regular production options weighin g over 2.3 kilograms in excess of
the  standard  items  whic h  they  replace,  and not  previously  consid-
ered  in  the  curb  weight  or  accessory  weight,  including  heavy  du ty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rac k, heavy duty battery, and speci al trim.
● Rim is the metal support (wheel)  for a tire or a tire and tube assem-
bly upon which the tire beads are seated.
Glossary of Terms