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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting wiper operation
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the le ver for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
wipers. Use the de froster to warm the windshield,
then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
If the wipers stop operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then remove
the obstacle.
MIST
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
INT: Low speed with
intermittent
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .......................... 314
Maximum Load Limit........................ 317
High-Performance Driving ................ 319
Towing a Trailer Towing Behind a Motorhome .......... 324
When Driving Turning on the Power ...................... 325
Precautions While Driving................. 328
Dual Clutch Transmission ................. 329
Shifting ............................................ 330
Acoustic Vehicle Al erting System ...... 339 Integrated Dynamics System ............ 340
Launch Control ................................ 345
Cruise Control ................................. 347
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System .............. 350
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 354
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel- DriveTM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD®) .... 355
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...... 356
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 358
High Voltage Battery ........................ 360 Braking
Brake System ................................... 361
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 366
Brake Assist System ......................... 367
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 368
Parking Sensor System
*................... 369
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 373
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 375
How to Refuel ................................. 376
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 377
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 378
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 507 lbs (230 kg).
The maximum load for the carg o area is 100 lbs (45 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For exampl e, if the “XXX” amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 472
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 472
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 324
Load Limits Example
Example1 Max Load 507 lbs
(230 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 1 + 257 lbs = 407 lbs (68 kg x 1 + 117 kg = 185 kg) Maximum Cargo
Weight 100 lbs
(45 kg)
Example2 Max Load 507 lbs
(230 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 + 107 lbs = 407 lbs (68 kg x 2 + 49 kg = 185 kg) Maximum Cargo
Weight 100 lbs
(45 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Behind a Motorhome
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 466
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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the power
system or driveline, or caus e electrical component failure.
The vehicle is equipped with ultra high pe rformance summer tires that, due to their
decreased tread depth, are at greater risk of hydroplaning on wet roads compared
to regular tires. Exercise caut ion when driving on wet surfaces.
The vehicle is equipped with ultra high performance summer tires. These tires are
designed for optimum performance and handling in warm climates, and are not
suitable for below freezing, snowy or ic y weather conditions. If you drive under
these circumstances, use of winter tire s is recommended and may be mandatory,
depending on your region, province or territory.
2 Winter Tires P. 419
2 Cold Weather Driving P. 420
Due to limitations of the Lithium-ion Hi gh Voltage battery, the minimum starting
temperature for the vehicle is -4°F (-20°C).
Inability to start the vehicle and/or decrease d performance is expected if the vehicle
is operated at temperatures below -4°F (-20°C).
■In Rain
■In Snow and Ice
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not select a shift button while pressing the
accelerator pedal.
NOTICE
The following can damage the under spoiler, under
covers, front bumper, rear diffuser, brake cooling
components, and side sill:
•Parking the vehicle by a parking block•Parallel pa rking along the road shoulder•Driving toward the bottom of a hill•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road•Driving on a road with potholes•Driving over speed bump
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the power system will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Driving in snow or icy c onditions may accumulate ice
on the brake disk surface, reducing br aking power.
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uuBefore Performing Maintenance uSafety When Performing Maintenance
Continued
Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safety precau tions are given here. However, we cannot
warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance.
Only you can decide whether you should perform a given task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from the 12-volt battery, all High Volt age system, and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flam mable objects under the hood and hatch.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them, causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a co mmercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and pr otective clothing when working with the 12-volt
battery or compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.
■Maintenance Safety
1Safety When Performing Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.
3WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and prec autions can cause you
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uOil Check
Maintenance
8. Open the hatch.
2 Opening the Hatch P. 391
9.Remove the right engine compartment
cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 393
10.Remove the dipstick (orange).
11. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
12. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
13. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks.
u The engine oil level should be checked
after two minutes after changing the
power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
u Add oil if necessary.
u When engine oil is added, recheck the
engine oil level using steps 1 - 14.
14. After checking the engine oil level, make
sure to select a display other than the Oil
Level Check Assist display.
2Driver Information Interface P. 102
1Oil Check
For a proper oil level reading, the dipstick must be
inserted with the flat si de of the dipstick handle
facing the oil fill cap.
The amount of oil consum ed depends on how the
vehicle is driven and the cl imatic and road conditions
encountered. The rate of oil consumption can be up
to 1.05 US quart (1 liter) per 625 miles (1000 km).
Consumption is likely to be higher when the engine is
new.
Oil Fill CapFlat Side
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
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