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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
Controls
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to  60 minutes with the transmission in (P and the 
power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automa tically goes into the mode similar to 
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid draining the battery.
When in this mode:
The steering wheel does not lock. 
You cannot lock or unlock doors with th e remote transmitter or the smart entry 
system.
Press the  ENGINE START/STOP button to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
■Automatic Power Off1ENGINE START/STOP Button
If the power mode does not  change from VEHICLE 
OFF to ACCESSORY, press the  ENGINE START/STOP 
button while moving the st eering wheel left and 
right. The steering wheel  will unlock, allowing the 
mode to change.
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON 
when you get out.
Canadian models
Canadian models
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Controls
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on 
and off, regardless of the power mode 
setting.
■High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.
■Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to 
return to low beams.
■Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
■Lights off
Turn the lever to  OFF either when:
• The transmission is in 
(P.
• The parking brake is applied.
To turn the lights on again, turn the lever to 
OFF  to cancel the lights  off mode. Even if you 
do not cancel the lights off mode, the lights 
come on automatically when:
• The transmission is taken out of 
(P and the 
parking brake is released.
• The vehicle starts to move.
■Manual Operation1Light Switches
If you leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF with the 
lights on, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is 
opened.
When the lights are on, the  lights on indicator in the 
instrument pane l will be on.
2 Lights On Indicator  P. 98
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off 
because it will  cause the battery to discharge.
If you sense that the le vel of the headlights is 
abnormal, have the vehicl e inspected by a dealer.
High Beams
Flashing the high beams Low Beams
Models without default AUTO position 
switch
Models with default AUTO position 
switch
High Beams
Flashing the high beams Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker, 
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, 
side marker, tail, and rear license 
plate lights
Models with default AUTO position switch
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door 
mirror* button to defog the rear window and 
mirrors* when the power mode is in ON.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
* 
automatically switch of f after 10-30 minutes 
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outsid e temperature is 32°F 
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically 
switch off.
1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off 
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system  for a long time while the 
engine is idling. This may  weaken the battery, making 
it difficult to  start the engine.
When the power mode is se t to ON and the outside 
temperature is below 41°F (5°C), the heated door 
mirror may automatically activate for 10 minutes.
Models with heated door mirror button
Models with tri-zone climate control 
system
Models with dual-zone climate control 
system
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uHeated Windshield Button
Controls
Heated Windshield Button
Press the heated windshield button to deice 
the windshield when the power mode is in 
ON.
Canadian models
1Heated Windshield Button
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off 
when the window has been deiced. Also, do not use 
the system for a long period when the engine is 
idling. This may weaken the battery, making it 
difficult to start the engine.
When the outside temperature is below 39°F (4°C), 
the heated windshield may automatically activate. 
The system deactivates itself once the outside 
temperature reaches 43°F (6°C).
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uuInterior Convenience Items uOther Interior Convenience Items
Controls
Other Interior Convenience Items
The accessory power sockets can be used  when the power mode is in ACCESSORY 
or ON.
■Accessory power socket (console panel)
Open the cover to use it.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive  type cigarette lighter 
element. This can overheat the accessory power 
socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply 
power for 12 volt DC access ories that are rated 180 
watts (15 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain,  use the accessory power 
socket only when the engine is running.
When both sockets are being used, the combined 
power rating of the accesso ries should not exceed 
180 watts (15 amps).
When the accessory power soc ket is not in use, close 
the cover to prevent any small foreign objects from 
getting into the accessory power socket.
Models without center pocket
Models with center pocket
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Controls
■When charging does not start
Perform one of the solution s in the following table.
IndicatorCauseSolution
Slow Blink
There is an obstacle(s) between 
the charging area and the 
device.Remove the 
obstacle(s).
The device is not within the 
charging area. Move the device to the 
center of the charging 
area where   is 
located.
Fast BlinkThe wireless charger is faulty.
Turn the vehicle off 
and back on. If the 
indicator still blinks, 
contact a dealer.
1
Wireless Charger*
Using the audio/informati on screen, you can disable 
the wireless ch arger function.
2 Customized Features  P. 465
This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the system 
for a long time when the engine is not running. This may 
weaken the battery, making it difficult to start the engine.
When using the wireless charger, check the user’s manual 
that came with the compatible device you want to charge.
3CAUTION
Metal objects between the charge pad and 
the device to be charged will get hot and 
can burn you.
•Always remove foreign objects from the 
charge pad before charging the device.
• Be sure the surface is clear of dust and 
other debris before charging.
• Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks, 
etc.) on the charger and the device.
• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol, benzine or 
thinner for cleaning the charge pad.
• Do not cover the system with towels, 
clothing, or other objects while charging 
etc.
• Avoid spraying aeros ols which may come 
in contact with the  charge pad surface.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the 
heated steering wheel.
Press the button on the right side of the 
steering wheel.
When a comfortable temperature is reached, 
press the button again to turn it off.
The heated steering wheel is turned off every 
time you start the engine, even if you turned it 
on the last time you drove the vehicle.
■Heated Steering Wheel*1Heated Steering Wheel*
Do not use the heated st eering wheel continuously 
when the engine is off. Under such conditions, the 
battery may be weaken ed, making the engine 
difficult to start.
* 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 setting (no indicators on)
When the power mode is turned on after it is 
turned off, the previously selected setting of 
seat heaters is maintained.
■Front Seat Heaters*1Front 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.
* Not available on all models
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