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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
Driving
The brake pedal is released.
■The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• When a steering wheel is operated.
• The transmission is put into
(R or (S, or when it is set from (N to (D.
u If you put the tra nsmission into
(P after the Auto Idle Stop activates, the Auto
Idle Stop continues to operate. In this case, the engine restarts when you
depress the brake pedal.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is reduced and the vehicle starts moving while
stopped on an incline.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is repeat edly applied and released slightly during
a stop.
• The battery charge becomes low.
• The accelerator pedal is depressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is unlatched.
• is ON (indicator on).
• The climate control system is in use, and the difference between the set
temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.
• The climate control system is being used to dehumidify the interior.
• The rear fan is set to maximum speed.
u Auto Idle Stop may not activate under other conditions when the rear climate
control system is in use.
• When the Intelligent Traction Management is set to Snow, Mud
*, or Sand*.
■The Engine Automatically Restarts When1 The Engine Automatically Restarts When
If you are using an electroni c device during Auto Idle
Stop, the device may tempor arily be turned off when
the engine restarts.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
Driving
Briefly keeps the brake applied after releasi ng the brake pedal to restart the engine.
This can keep your vehicle from unexpectedly moving while on an incline.
■Starting Assist Brake Function
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uuWhen Driving uECON Mode
Driving
ECON Mode
The ECON button turns the ECON mode on
and off.
The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel
economy by adjusting the performance of the
engine, air conditioning system, and cruise
control.1 ECON Mode
While in ECON mode, the climate control system has
greater temperature fluctuations.
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uuWhen Driving uIntelligent Traction Management
Driving
Intelligent Traction Management
The Intelligent Traction Management opti mizes vehicle performance to help you
drive on various surfaces. The system has available modes to select from: Normal,
Snow , Mud
*, and Sand*.
Press the mode button to select the appropriate mode. The mode you select appears
on the driver information in terface. When the vehicle is turned off and restarted,
Intelligent Traction Management mode will revert to Normal.
1Intelligent Traction Management
Refer to the Off-Highway Dr iving section for driving
tips and safety precautions.
2 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 392
AWD models
Mud
Use when driving on
muddy road or off-
road surfaces.
Sand
Use when driving on
soft, sandy road or
off-road surfaces. Normal
Provides balanced
driving performance
on most road surfaces.
Mode Button
Snow
Use when driving on
snowy road surfaces.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uIntelligent Traction Management
Driving
2WD models
Normal
Provides balanced
driving performance
on most road surfaces.
Snow Button
Snow
Use when driving on
snowy road surfaces.
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
Driving
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System
VSA ® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA® activates, you may notice that the
engine does not respond to the accelerator.
You may also notice some noise from the
hydraulic brake system. You will also see the
indicator blink.
■VSA ® Operation
1 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
The VSA ® may not function properl y if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, there may be a problem with the
system. While this may not interfere with normal
driving, have your vehi cle checked by a dealer
immediately.
VSA ® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the entire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and always leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA ® system is generally
known as Electronic Stab ility Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
VSA® System
Indicator
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
Driving
This button is on the driver side control panel.
To partially disable VSA ® functionality/
features, press and hold it until you hear a
beep.
The traction control stop s fully functioning,
allowing the wheels to spin more freely at low
speed. The VSA ® OFF indicator will also come
on and a message on the driver information
interface informs you that the mode is
changed.
Traction control mode cannot be changed
during Mud or Sand modes. If you are driving
on mud or sand, Mud or Sand Intelligent
Traction Management modes can also be used
to free a stuck vehicle. On other road surfaces,
change to Normal or Snow mode, then press
and hold the (VSA ® OFF ) button.
To restore VSA ® functionality/features, press
the (VSA ® OFF ) button until you hear a
beep.
VSA ® is turned on every time you start the
engine, even if you turned it off the last time
you drove the vehicle.
■VSA ® On and Off1 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA® ), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
With the (VSA ® OFF ) button pressed, your vehicle
will have normal braking and cornering ability, but
VSA ® traction and stabilit y enhancement becomes
less effective.
In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets
stuck in shallow mud or fr esh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA ® temporarily switched off.
When the (VSA ® OFF) button is pressed, the
traction control function be comes less effective. This
allows for the wheels to spin more freely at low
speed. You should only attemp t to free your vehicle
with the VSA ® off if you are not able to free it when
the VSA ® is on.
Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be sure to
switch VSA ® on again. We do not recommend driving
your vehicle with the VSA ® system switched off.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediately after starting the engine or
while driving. This is normal.
VSA ® OFF Indicator
AWD models
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uuWhen Driving uAgile Handling Assist
Driving
Agile Handling Assist
Lightly brakes each of the front and rear wheels, as needed, when you turn the
steering wheel, and helps support the vehi cle’s stability and performance during
cornering.1 Agile Handling Assist
The agile handling assist ca nnot enhance stability in
all driving situations. You still need to drive and
corner at speeds appropriate for the conditions and
always leave a sufficient margin of safety.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, the agil e handling assist does not
activate.
You may hear a sound coming from the engine
compartment while the agile handling assist is
activated. This is normal.
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