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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device, such as televisions and
audio systems emit strong magnetic fiel ds. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system
*.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is
opened before the power mode is set to ON.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remo te transmitter or smart entry system*. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or smart entry system
*.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system
*, or the power mode is set to ON. The security
system alarm indicator goe s off at the same time.
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the hood with the hood release.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter or
smart entry system
*.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights
■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the tailgate and doors are open or
closed.
■Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations:
• When the tailgate or any doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver’s door.
• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
■OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the tailgate or the doors are open or
closed.
■Interior Light Switches1 Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade
out and go off about 30 se conds after the doors are
closed.
The lights go off after about 30 seconds in the
following situations:
•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open
it.
•When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) but do not open a door.
You can change the interi or lights dimming time.
2 Vehicle Customization P. 125
2 Customized Features P. 430
The interior lights go off im mediately in the following
situations:
•When you lock the driver’s door.
•When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY
mode.
•When you set the power mode to ON.
If you leave any of the tailgate or doors open in
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode, th e interior lights go off
after about 15 minutes.
To avoid draining the ba ttery, do not leave the
interior light on for an extended length of time when
the engine or power system is off.
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
Models without panoramic roof
Door Activated Position
Off
On
Models with panoramic roof
Door Activated Position
OffOn
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Controls
■ON
The light comes on regardless of whether the
tailgate is open or closed.
■Tailgate activated
The light comes on when you open the
tailgate, and goes off when closed.
■OFF
The light stays off with or without opening the
tailgate.
■Cargo Area Light
Off
On
Tailgate Activated Position
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Controls
There is a coat hook on the rear grab handle
of both sides. Pull it down to use it.
1Wireless Charger*
Not all devices are compatible with the system.
During the charging phase, it is normal for the
charging area and de vice to heat up.
Charging may be briefl y interrupted when:
•All the doors and the tailgate are closed
- to avoid interference with the proper functioning
of the smart entry system.
•The position of the device is altered.
Do not charge more than one device at a time on a
charging area.
■Coat Hooks1 Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not desi gned for large or heavy
items.
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features u
Features
Vehicle
Driving Position
Setup*Seat Position Movement at Entry/Exit
Memory Position Link
Meter SetupAdjust Outside Temp Display
Trip A Reset Timing
Trip B Reset Timing
Reverse Shift Position Beep
Auto Idle Stop Display
Adjust Alarm Volume
Turn by Turn Display
Power Tailgate
Setup*Power Tailgate Keyless Open Mode
Power Tailgate Open by Outer Handle
Keyless Access SetupDoor Unlock Mode
Keyless Access Light Flash
Keyless Access Beep
Remote Start System On/Off
Walk Away Auto Lock
Fuel Efficiency Backlight
Hands Free Access Power Tailgate*
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Meter Setup
Turn by Turn DisplaySelects whether the turn-b
y-turn display comes on
during the route guidance.ON*1/ OFF
Fuel Efficiency
BacklightTurns the ambient meter feature on and off.ON*1/OFF
Power
Tailgate
Setup
*
Power Tailgate
Keyless Open ModeChanges the keyless setting for when the power
tailgate opens.Anytime*1/ When
Unlocked
Power Tailgate Open
by Outer HandleChanges the setting to open power tailgate by
tailgate outer handle.Off (Manual only) /
On (Power/
Manual)
*1
Hands Free Access
Power Tailgate*
Changes the setting to open power tailgate by a
swift forward in and out kicking motion under the
rear bumper.
ON*1/ OFF
Keyless Access
Setup
Door Unlock ModeChanges which doors unlock when you grab the
driver’s door handle.Driver Door or
Tailgate*1/ All Doors
Keyless Access Light
FlashCauses some exterior lights to flash when you
unlock/lock the doors.ON*1/OFF
Keyless Access BeepCauses the beeper to sound when you unlock/lock
the doors.ON*1/OFF
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 509
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 149
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 194
2 Adjusting the Front and Second Row Outer Seat Head Restraint Positions
P. 200
• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 191
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 192
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
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