Brake warning lightorAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightCRUISE indicator light (green) (if so
equipped)
Charge warning lightContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
Door open warning lightFront passenger air bag status lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights (green)
Engine oil pressure warning lightLow fuel warning light
High temperature warning lightLow tire pressure warning light
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)Low windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)
Seat belt warning light and chimeMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Security indicator lightOverdrive OFF indicator light
Supplemental air bag warning lightPower steering warning light
Slip indicator light
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indica-
tor light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
2-8Instruments and controls
WARNING
• Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
leased before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to
an accident.
• Do not release the parking brake
from outside the vehicle.
• Do not use the shif t lever in place of
the parking brake. When parking, be
sure the parking brake is fully
engaged.
• To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not
leave children, people who require
the assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly be-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets. To engage:
Pull the lever up.
To release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shif t lever to the P (Park) position.
3. While pulling up on the parking brake lever slightly, press the button and lower
completely.
4. Before driving, be sure the brake warn- ing light goes out.
PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE
CONTROL
1. CANCEL switch
2. ACCEL/RES switch
3. COAST/SET switch
4. ON/OFF switch
• If the cruise control system malfunctions,it cancels automatically.
• To properly set the cruise control system, use the following procedures.
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PARKING BRAKE CRUISE CONTROL (if so equipped)
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WARNING
Do not use the cruise control when driv-
ing under the following conditions:
• When it is not possible to keep the
vehicle at a set speed.
• In heavy traffic or in traffic that varies
in speed.
• On winding or hilly roads.
• On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,
etc.).
• In very windy areas.
Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS
The cruise control allows driving at a speed
between 30 - 89 mph (48 - 144 km/h) with-
out keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal.
To turn on the cruise control, push the
ON/OFF switch. The CRUISE indicator light
in the instrument panel comes on.
To set cruising speed, accelerate the ve-
hicle to the desired speed, push the
COAST/SET switch and release it. Take your
foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle
maintains the set speed. •
To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-
celerator pedal. When you release the
pedal, the vehicle returns to the previ-
ously set speed.
• The vehicle may not maintain the set speed when going up or down steep hills.
If this happens, drive without the cruise
control.
To cancel the preset speed, use one of the
following three methods:
• Push the CANCEL switch.
• Tap the brake pedal.
• Push the ON/OFF switch. The CRUISE in- dicator light in the instrument panel will
go out.
The cruise control is automatically can-
celed if:
• You depress the brake pedal while push- ing the ACCEL/RES or COAST/SET switch.
The preset speed is deleted from
memory.
• The vehicle slows down more than 8 mph (13 km/h) below the set speed.
• You move the shif t lever to N (Neutral). To reset at a faster cruising speed,
use
one of the following three methods:
• Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push
and release the COAST/SET switch.
• Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch. When the vehicle attains the speed you
desire, release the switch.
• Push and release the ACCEL/RES switch. Each time you do this, the set speed in-
creases by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
To reset at a slower cruising speed, use
one of the following three methods:
• Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve- hicle attains the desired speed, push the
COAST/SET switch and release it.
• Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. Re- lease the switch when the vehicle slows
to the desired speed.
• Push and release the COAST/SET switch. Each time you do this, the set speed de-
creases by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
To resume the preset speed, push and
release the ACCEL/RES switch. The vehicle
returns to the last set cruising speed when
the vehicle speed is over 30 mph (48 km/h).
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CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km),
follow these recommendations to ob-
tain maximum engine performance
and ensure the future reliability and
economy of your new vehicle. Failure to
follow these recommendations may
result in shortened engine life and re-
duced engine performance.
• Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow, and do not run
the engine over 4,000 rpm.
• Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
• Avoid quick starts.
• Avoid hard braking as much as possible. Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.
1.
Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
Pedal Application
• Avoid rapid starts and stops.
• Use smooth, gentle accelerator and brake application whenever possible.
• Maintain constant speed while com- muting and coast whenever possible.
2. Maintain Constant Speed
• Look ahead to try and anticipate and minimize stops.
• Synchronizing your speed with traffic lights allows you to reduce your num-
ber of stops.
• Maintaining a steady speed can mini- mize red light stops and improve fuel
efficiency.
3. Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher
Vehicle Speeds
• Below 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more efficient to open windows to cool the
vehicle due to reduced engine load.
• Above 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more efficient to use A/C to cool the vehicle
due to increased aerodynamic drag. • Recirculating the cool air in the cabin
when the A/C is on reduces cooling
load.
4. Drive at Economical Speeds and
Distances
• Observing the speed limit and not ex- ceeding 60 mph (97 km/h) (where le-
gally allowed) can improve fuel effi-
ciency due to reduced aerodynamic
drag.
• Maintaining a safe following distance behind other vehicles reduces unnec-
essary braking.
• Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate changes in speed permits reduced
braking and smooth acceleration
changes.
• Select a gear range suitable to road conditions.
5. Use Cruise Control
• Using cruise control during highway driving helps maintain a steady speed.
• Cruise control is particularly effective in providing fuel savings when driving
on flat terrains.
6. Plan for the Shortest Route
• Utilize a map or navigation system to determine the best route to save time.
BREAK-IN SCHEDULE FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS
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Cruise control..................5-17Cup holders..................2-28
D
D-ring..................2-28,10-17Daytime light system.............2-22Defroster switchRear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
.....................2-21Dimensions and weights..........10-9Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-23Door locks................ .3-3, 3-4Door open warning light...........2-10Drive belt....................8-14Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-32Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)..........5-8, 5-12Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2Driving the vehicle...............5-11
E
Economy - fuel................5-20Emission control information label. . . .10-11Emission control system warranty. . . .10-21EngineBefore starting the engine........5-9Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-6
Changing engine oil.............8-7Changing engine oil filter.........8-7Checking engine coolant level......8-6Checking engine oil level..........8-7Engine cooling system...........8-5Engine oil...................8-7Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-6Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-10Engine oil viscosity.............10-6Engine serial number..........10-10Engine specifications...........10-8Starting the engine............5-10Engine Block Heater.............5-34Event Data recorders............10-23Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-2Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items...................... .9-5Extended storage switch..........8-20
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-11Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire...................6-2,6-3Floor mat positioning aid...........7-5Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-10Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10Engine coolant................8-5Engine oil...................8-7Windshield-washer fluid..........8-11Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system)...............1-38Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket...............2-27FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-20Fuel gauge................. .2-6Fuel octane rating.............10-5Fuel recommendation..........10-3Fuel-filler door and cap..........3-14Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-14Loose fuel cap warning..........2-5Fuel efficient driving tips...........5-19Fuel gauge................... .2-6Fuel-filler door.................3-14Fuses.......................8-18Fusible links...................8-19
G
Gas cap.....................3-14Gauge
Fuel gauge................. .2-6Speedometer..............2-3, 2-4Tachometer.................2-6Trip computer................2-7
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