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✽
✽
NOTICE
If the temperature control knob is in
the warm or hot position, warm or
hot air will flow into the glove box.
Sunglass holder
To open the sunglass holder, press
the cover and the holder will slowly
open. Place your sunglasses with the
lenses facing out.
To close the sunglass holder push it
up.
WARNING - Glove Box
To reduce the risk of injury in an
accident or sudden stop, always
keep the glove box door closed
while driving.WARNING- Sunglass
holder
Do not keep objects except
sunglasses inside the sun-
glass holder. Such objects
can be thrown from the holder
in the event of a sudden stop
or an accident, possibly injur-
ing the passengers in the
vehicle.
Do not open the sunglass
holder while the vehicle is
moving. The rear view mirror
of the vehicle can be blocked
by an opened sunglass holder.
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Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any
sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles
behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, brake fluid, and
washer fluid should be checked on a
regular basis, at the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in chapter 7,
“Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all con-
trols are easily reached.
Buckle your seat belt.
Adjust the inside and outside
rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning
lights when the ignition switch or
ENGINE START/STOP button is in
the ON position.
Release the parking brake and
make sure the brake warning light
goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and its
equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING - Distracted
driving
Focus on the road while driving.
The driver's primary responsi-
bility is in the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle. Any
handled devices, other equip-
ment or vehicle systems that
distract the driver should not be
used during vehicle operation.
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Illuminated ignition switch
Whenever a front door is opened, the
ignition switch will illuminate for your
convenience, provided the ignition
switch is not in the ON position. The
light will go off immediately when the
ignition switch is turned on. It will
also go off after about 30 seconds
when the door is closed.
Ignition switch position
LOCK
From the left dot, dot sequence is
LOCK-ACC-ON-START.
The ignition key can be removed only
in the LOCK position.
ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel is unlocked and
electrical accessories are operative.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
If difficulty is experienced turning
the ignition switch to the ACC posi-
tion, turn the key while turning the
steering wheel right and left to
release the tension.
KEY POSITIONS (IF EQUIPPED)
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Illuminated ENGINE
START/STOP button
Whenever the front door is opened,
the ENGINE START/STOP button
will illuminate for your convenience.
The light will go off after about 30
seconds when the door is closed.
When all entrances are closed, if you
lock the vehicle by using the trans-
mitter or the smart key, the light will
go off immediately.
ENGINE START/STOP button
position
OFF
To turn off the engine (START/RUN
position) or vehicle power (ON posi-
tion), press the ENGINE
START/STOP button with the shift
lever in the P (Park) position. When
you press the ENGINE
START/STOP button without the shift
lever in the P (Park) position, the
ENGINE START/STOP button will
not change to the OFF position but to
the ACC position.In an emergency situation while the
vehicle is in motion, you are able to
turn the engine off and to the ACC
position by pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP button for more than 2
seconds or 3 times successively
within 3 seconds. If the vehicle is still
moving, you can restart the engine
without depressing the brake pedal
by pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP button with the shift
lever in the N (Neutral) position.
ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON (IF EQUIPPED)
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Close door and hood
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hood are not closed, a warning will
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Close door and hood
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AUTO HOLD conditions not met.
Close door and hood
When you press the [AUTO HOLD]
switch, if the driver’s door, engine
hood are not closed, a warning will
sound and a message will appear on
the LCD display. At this moment,
press the [AUTO HOLD] button after
closing the driver’s door and hood.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS (or ESC) will not prevent acci-
dents due to improper or dangerous
driving maneuvers. Even though
vehicle control is improved during
emergency braking, always maintain
a safe distance between you and
objects ahead. Vehicle speeds
should always be reduced during
extreme road conditions. The vehicle
should be driven at reduced speeds
in the following circumstances:
When driving on rough, gravel or
snow-covered roads
When driving with tire chains
installed
When driving on roads where the
road surface is pitted or has differ-
ent surface heights.
Driving in these conditions increases
the stopping distance for your vehicle.The ABS continuously senses the
speed of the wheels. If the wheels
are going to lock, the ABS system
repeatedly modulates the hydraulic
brake pressure to the wheels.
When you apply your brakes under
conditions which may lock the
wheels, you may hear a “tik-tik’’
sound from the brakes, or feel a cor-
responding sensation in the brake
pedal. This is normal and it means
your ABS is active.
In order to obtain the maximum benefit
from your ABS in an emergency situa-
tion, do not attempt to modulate your
brake pressure and do not try to pump
your brakes. Press your brake pedal as
hard as possible to allow the ABS to
control the force being delivered to the
brakes.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
A click sound may be heard in the
engine compartment when the vehi-
cle begins to move after the engine is
started. These conditions are normal
and indicate that the anti-lock brake
system is functioning properly.
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Smart Cruise Control will be tem-
porarily canceled when:
Canceled manually
Smart Cruise Control is temporarily
canceled when the brake pedal is
depressed or the CANCEL button is
pressed. The speed and vehicle dis-
tance indicator on the cluster is dis-
appeared and the cruise indicator
( CRUISE) is illuminated continu-
ously.Canceled automatically
SCC will automatically cancel in the
following situations:
The driver's door is opened.
The shift lever is shifted to N
(Neutral), R (Reverse) or P (Paking).
The EPB (Electronic Parking
Brake) is applied.
The vehicle speed is over 120 mph
(190 km/h)
The ESC, ABS or TCS is operating.
The ESC is turned off.
The sensor or the cover is dirty or
blocked with foreign matter.
The accelerator pedal is continu-
ously depressed for long time.
The engine speed is in dangerous
range.
SCC has malfunctioned.
When the braking control is operat-
ed for Forward Collision-Avoidance
Assist.
The vehicle stops and goes repeat-
edly for a long period of time. When the parking brake is locked
Speed of the vehicle has been
decreased to less than 5 mph (10
km/h)
Engine has some problems
Each of these actions will cancel SCC
operation. (The set speed of the clus-
ter is displayed in gray shades and the
distance indicator with the vehicle
ahead is disappeared.)
In a condition Smart Cruise Control
is cancelled automatically, Smart
Cruise Control will not operate even
though the RES+ or SET- switch is
moved.
The EPB (Electronic Parking Brake)
is applied when SCC auto release
condition occurs while SCC is in use.
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Maintenance
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At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in the
engine coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare for tires
that are worn, show uneven wear,
or are damaged.
Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check the radiator, heater and air
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
Check the windshield washer
spray and wiper operation. Clean
the wiper blades with clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for
wear and function.
At least once a year :
Clean the body and door drain
holes.
Lubricate the door hinges and
check the hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks
and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather-
strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate dual clutch
transmission linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.
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Instrument panel (Driver’s side fuse panel) (Hybrid)
Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
MODULE 510A
Electro Chromic Mirror, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Audio, Shift Lever Indicator, Air Conditioner
Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Front Seat
Warmer Control Module, Head Lamp Leveling Device Actuator LH/RH, Crash Pad Switch, AMP (Amplifier),
Keyboard, OBD
MODULE 410ALane Keeping Assist Control Module, Crash Pad Switch, Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) Radar Left
Handle side/Right Handle side, EPB, VESS
INTERIOR
LAMP10AFront Vanity Lamp LH/RH, Room Lamp, Overhead Console Lamp, Luggage Lamp, Mood Lamp, Wireless
Charger, Rain sensor, Driver warning switch
A/BAG15APassenger Occupant Detection Sensor, ACU
IG 125AEngine Room Junction Block (Fuse - DCT4, HPCU2, ACTIVE HYDRAULIC BOOSTER3, ECU3)
CLUSTER10AInstrument Cluster
MODULE 310ABCM (Body Control Module), DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) Shift Lever, Stop Lamp Switch, Driver Door
Module, Passenger Door Module
MEMORY 27.5AActive Air Flap Unit, VESS
MODULE 810AActive Air Flap Unit, Electric Water Pump (Engine), Engine Room Junction Block (Battery C/Fan Relay),
BMS (Battery Management System) Control Module
A/BAG IND7.5AAir Conditioner Control Module, Instrument Cluster
START7.5A[With Smart Key/With Immobilizer] Inhibitor Switch