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uuTailgate uOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*
Controls
To open or close the power tailgate, press the
power tailgate button for about one second.
u Some exterior lights flash and the beeper
sounds.
If you press the button again while the power
tailgate is moving, it will stop.
Press the button for about one second, and
the power tailgate will reverse direction.
■Using the Power Tailgate Button1 Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate*
If the power tailgate meet s resistance while opening
or closing, the auto reverse feature reverses the
direction. The beeper sounds three times.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
tailgate is almost closed to make sure that it fully
closes.
Do not touch the sensors located on both sides of the
tailgate. The power tailga te does not close if you
touch either sensor when you are trying to close the
tailgate.
Be careful not to scratch the sensors with a sharp
object. If scratched, they can be damaged, and the
power tailgate closing feature malfunctions.Power Tailgate Button
* Not available on all models
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uuSliding Doors uOpening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors*
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Controls
The power sliding door opens when you press
the OPEN side of the / switch, and
closes when you press the CLOSE side of the
/ switch.
While the power sliding door is in operation, if
you press the switch that corresponds to that
power sliding door, the beeper sounds and
the operation stops.
To resume the power s liding door operation,
press the same switch again.
■Power Sliding Door Switches1 Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors*
Auto Reverse
Do not touch the pinch sensor located at the front
edge of the power slidi ng door. Do not damage the
sensor. The power slidi ng door may not operate
properly.
If the power sliding door senses resistance when
closing automatically, it wi ll stop closing and reverse
direction. The beeper sounds.
Before the power sliding door operation, make sure
there are no people or obsta cles near the door. The
auto reverse function should be activated in case of
emergency only. If someone is caught in the opening
or closing sliding door, it ca n cause serious injury. Pay
special attention to children.
Closing a power sliding door on someone’s hand or
fingers can cause serious injury. Some parts of the
door edge do not sense resi stance when the door is
near closing.
Pinch
Sensor
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uLight Switches
Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the power mode is in ON.
When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness.
When the light switch is in AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness.
The headlights come on when you unlock a
door in dark areas with the headlight switch in
AUTO .
u Once you lock the door, the headlights
will go off.
■Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)1Automatic Operation (aut omatic lighting control)
We recommend that you tu rn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a de nse fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.
Light
Sensor
Models without
automatic
intermittent wiper
Light Sensor
Models with automatic intermittent
wiper
Models without default AUTO position
switch
Models with default AUTO position
switch
Models without default AUTO position switch
Models with default AUTO position switch
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAuto High-Beam
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Controls
Auto High-Beam
The front sensor camera detects the light sources ahead of the vehicle such as the
lights of a preceding or oncoming vehicle, or street lights. When you are driving at
night, the system automatically switches the headlights between low beam and high
beam depending on the situation.
When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator
comes on and the auto high-beam is activated.
•The power mode is in ON.
• The light switch is in AUTO.
• The lever is in the low beam position.
• The headlights have been automatically
activated.
• It is dark outside the vehicle.
If the auto high-beam indica tor does not come on even when all the conditions have
been met, carry out the following procedure and the indicator will come on.
• Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving.1Auto High-Beam
The auto high-beam system does not always operate
in every situation. This syst em is just for assisting the
driver. Always observe your surroundings and switch
the headlights between high beam and low beam
manually if necessary.
If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient
for driving, change the headlight beams manually.
The range and the distance at which the camera can
recognize varies de pending on conditions
surrounding your vehicle.
Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to
the inside of the windshiel d, refer to the following.
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 637
For the auto high-beam to work properly:
•Do not place an object that reflects light on the
dashboard.
•Keep the windshield around the camera clean.
When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to
apply the windshield cleans er to the camera lens.
•Do not attach an object, sticker or film to the area
around the camera.
•Do not touch the camera lens.
If the camera receives a st rong impact, or repairing of
the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.
■How to Use the Auto High-Beam
Front Sensor Camera
Light Switch
Auto High-
Beam
Indicator
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
When you push the lever down to AUTO, the
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into
the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low
speed, or at high speed and stops in
accordance with the amount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.
■AUTO sensitivity adjustment
When the wiper function is set to AUTO, you
can adjust the sensitivity of the rainfall sensor
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will
operate in accordance with your preference.
Sensor sensitivity
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Wipers and Washers
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.
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.
1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
NOTICE
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the
following situation in order to prevent severe damage
to the wiper system:
•Cleaning the windshield•Driving through a car wash•No rain present
Rainfall Sensor
Adjustment Ring
Low Sensitivity
High Sensitivity
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror
Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
Flip the tab to switch the position.
The night position will help to reduce the glare
from headlights behind you when driving
after dark.
When you are driving after dark, the
automatic dimming rearview mirror and
power door mirrors
* reduces the glare from
headlights behind you. Press the auto button
to turn this functi on on and off. When
activated, the auto indicator comes on.
■Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions*
1Mirrors
Keep the inside and out side mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving. 2 Front Seats P. 222
Tab
Daytime
Position Night Position
■Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror* and Power Door
Mirrors*
1 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror* and Power Door Mirrors*
The auto dimming function cancels when the
transmission is in (R.
Sensor
Auto Button
* Not available on all models
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uuSeats uSecond Row Seats
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Controls
1. Pull up the armrest(s).
2. Lower the head restra int to its lowest
position.
3. Move the seat to it s rearmost position.
4. Pull the seat-back angle adjustment lever,
then fold the seat-back down.
To return the seat to th e original position, pull
up the seat-back angle adjustment lever and
fold the seat-back in the upright position.
1. Pulling forward on the walk-in lever or
pulling the release strap tilts the second row
outer seat’s seat-back forward.
u The whole seat slides forward.
2. When re-positioning th e seat, push it firmly
to the rear to ensure the horizontal
adjusters and the seat-back lock completely
into place.
■Folding Down the Second Row Outer Seat1 Folding Down the Second Row Outer Seat
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the front passenger’s seat, as this can cause
the weight sensors in the front passenger’s seat to
work improperly. 2 Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator P. 64
The front seat(s) must be far enough forward so they
do not interfere with the second row seats as they
fold down.
Make sure the seat-back and seat cushion are
securely latched back in to place before driving.
Seat-back Angle
Adjustment Lever
■Third Row Seat Access
LeverStrap
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uuInterior Convenience Items uOther Interior Convenience Items
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Controls
The AC power outlet can be used when the engine is running.
Open the cover to use it. Plug in the appliance
slightly, turn it 90° clockwise, then push it all
the way.
■AC Power Outlet*1AC Power Outlet*
NOTICE
Do not use the AC power outlet for electric
appliances that require high initial peak wattage,
such as cathode-ray tube type televisions,
refrigerators, electric pumps, etc. It is not suitable for
devices that process precis e data, such as medical
equipment, and that require an extremely stable
power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled
electric blankets, touc h sensor lamps, etc.
The AC power outlet is desi gned to supply power for
up to 115 volt appliances that are rated 150 watts or
less.
Continued use of any elec tric appliance/device
exceeding these ratings may result in damage to the
appliance/device.
When the AC power outlet is not in use, close the
cover to prevent any small foreign objects from
getting into the AC power outlet.
* Not available on all models
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