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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with color audio system
*2:Models with Display Audio
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when Auto Engine Idle Stop Guidance
Screens*1 or Auto Idle Stop Display ON*2 has
been selected from the customization menu.
2 Vehicle Customization P. 125
2 Customized Features P. 430
2Auto Idle Stop P. 540
●Appears when the system is under the following
conditions while Auto Idle Stop activates:
-The climate control system is in use, and the
difference between the set temperature and actual
interior temperature becomes significant.
- The humidity in the interior is high.
- The battery charge level is low.●The engine restarts automatically in a few seconds.
2 Auto Idle Stop P. 540
2 The Engine Automatically Restarts When P. 543
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s
door while the engine is running by remote engine
start.
2 Remote Engine Start* P. 526
Models with remote engine starter
* Not available on all models
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Displays
Gauges
Gauges include the fuel gauge, temperature gauge, and related indicators. They are
displayed when the power mode is set to ON.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal.
2 Overheating P. 697
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Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface
The driver information interface displays the speedometer, tachometer, odometer,
trip computer, outside temperature, and ot her gauges. It also displays important
messages such as warnings and other helpful information.
Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
1 Speedometer
You can set the speedometer and the displayed
measurements to read in either mph and km/h.
2 Units P. 120
1Tachometer
You can turn on or off the tachometer display.
2 Show Tachometer P. 124
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■Customization flow
Press the (home) button.
ENTER“Trip B” Reset Timing
Fuel Efficiency Backlight
“Trip A” Reset Timing
Language Selection
Adjust Alarm VolumeMeter Setup
ENTERSettings
Arrange Apps
Show Tachometer3
4
3
4
3
43
4
3
4
Vehicle Customization
ENTER
P. 123
P. 124
Interior Light Dimming Time
Auto Headlight ON With Wiper ON
ENTERLighting Setup3
4
ENTER
ENTERRoad Departure Mitigation Setting
Lane Keeping Assi st Suspend Beep
ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep
Forward Collision Warning Distance
Driver Assist System
Setup
3
4
3
4
Auto Light Sensitivity
Headlight Auto OFF Timer
Auto Interior Illu mination Sensitivity
Auto Engine Idle Stop Guidance Screens
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■List of customizable options
*1:Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Meter Setup
Language SelectionChanges the displayed language.English*1/
Français /Español
“Trip A” Reset TimingChanges the setting of how the distance and
average fuel economy of trip computer A is reset.When Fully Refueled /
IGN OFF /Manually Reset*1
“Trip B” Reset TimingChanges the setting of how the distance and
average fuel economy of trip computer B is reset.When Fully Refueled /
IGN OFF /Manually Reset*1
Adjust Alarm VolumeChanges the volume setting for buzzers, warnings,
turn signals, and other alerting systems.High /Mid*1/Low
Fuel Efficien cy BacklightTurns the ambient meter feature on and off.ON*1/OFF
Auto Engine Idle Stop
Guidance ScreensTurns the engine idle-stop guidance displayed in the
meter display on and off during the auto engine idle-
stop system is in operation.
ON /OFF*1
Driver Assist
System
Setup Forward Collision
Warning Distance
Changes the distance at which CMBS
TM alerts.
Long/Normal*1/Short
ACC Forward Vehicle
Detect Beep Causes the system to beep when the system detects a
vehicle, or when the vehi
cle goes out of ACC range. ON
/OFF
*1
Road Departure
Mitigation Setting Changes the setting for the road departure
mitigation system.
Normal*1/
Wide /Warning Only
Lane Keeping Assist
Suspend Beep Causes the system to beep when the LKAS is
suspended.
ON
/OFF
*1
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 136
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 139
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .. 141Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 142
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 149
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 151
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 152
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 153
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 163
Security System Alarm ...................... 163
Opening and Closing the Windows .... 166Moonroof*........................................ 169
Panoramic Roof*............................... 170
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 171
Turn Signals ..................................... 174
Light Switches.................................. 175
Fog Lights
*...................................... 178
Auto High-Beam .............................. 179
Daytime Running Lights ................... 182
Wipers and Washers ........................ 183
Rear Defogger/Heat ed Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 186 Brightness Control ........................... 188
Driving Position Memory System
*.... 189
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 191
Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 192
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 193
Adjusting the Seats Front Seats ...................................... 194
Rear Seats........................................ 204
Armrest ........................................... 207
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items Interior Lights .................................. 209
Interior Convenience Items .............. 213
Climate Control System ................... 231
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the doors and
tailgate. You can also use the remote tra nsmitter to lock and unlock all the doors
and tailgate.
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the
smart entry remote until it clicks.1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 163
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start th e engine using the smart
entry remote. 2 Remote Engine Start
* P. 526
Models with remote engine start
■Built-in Key
Models without
smart entry systemModels with smart
entry systemModels with smart entry
system and power tailgate
Release Knob Built-in Key
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
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