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WARNING
Continued use of the climate control
system operation in Recirculation
mode for a prolonged period of
time may cause drowsiness to the
occupants in the cabin. This may lead
to loss of vehicle control which may
lead to an accident.
Continued use of the climate control
system operation in Recirculation
mode with the A/C OFF may allow
humidity to increase inside the
cabin. This may cause condensation
to accumulate on the windshield and
obscure visibility.
Do not sleep in your vehicle or
remain parked in your vehicle with
the windows up and either the
heater or the air conditioning ON for
prolonged periods of time. Doing so
may increase the levels of carbon
dioxide in the cabin which may lead
to serious injury or death.
Fan speed control (1)
Turn the knob to the right to increase
the fan speed and airflow. Turn the knob
to the left to decrease fan speed and
airflow.
Setting the fan speed control knob to the
“0” position turns off the fan.
NOTICE
Operating the fan speed when the
ignition switch is in the ON position
could cause the battery to discharge.
Operate the fan speed when the engine
is running.
Air conditioning A/C (5)
Push the A/C button to turn the system
on (indicator light will illuminate) and off.
System operation
Ventilation
1. Set the mode to the position.
2. Set the air intake control to the
outside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
Heating
1. Set the mode to the position.
2. Set the air intake control to the
outside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired,
turn the air conditioning system (if
equipped) on.
If the windshield fogs up, set the mode
to the or position.
To help keep dust or unpleasant fumes
from entering the vehicle through the
ventilation system, temporarily set the
air intake control to the recirculated
air position. Be sure to return the
control to the fresh air position when
the irritation has passed to keep fresh
air in the vehicle. This will help keep
the driver alert and comfortable.
To prevent interior fog on the
windshield, set the air intake control
to the fresh air position and fan speed
to the desired position, turn on the air
conditioning system, and adjust the
temperature control to the desired
temperature.
Convenient features
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Fan speed control (2)
The fan speed can be set as desired by
turning the fan speed control knob.
More air is delivered with higher fan
speeds.
Pressing the OFF button turns off the fan.
NOTICE
For better sound quality, fan speed may
automatically slow down for a couple
of minutes when you activate voice
recognition or hands free.
Air conditioning (4)
Push the A/C button to manually turn the
system on (indicator light will illuminate)
and off.
OFF mode (5)
Push the OFF button to turn the climate
control system off. You can still operate
the mode and air intake buttons as
long as the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
System operation
Ventilation
1. Set the mode to the position.
2. Set the air intake control to the
outside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
Heating
1. Set the mode to the position.
2. Set the air intake control to the
outside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired,
turn the air conditioning system on.
If the windshield fogs up, set the mode
to the or position.
To help keep dust or unpleasant fumes
from entering the vehicle through the
ventilation system, temporarily set the
air intake control to the recirculated
air position. Be sure to return the
control to the fresh air position when
the irritation has passed to keep fresh
air in the vehicle. This will help keep
the driver alert and comfortable.
To prevent interior fog on the
windshield, set the air intake control
to the fresh air position and fan speed
to the desired position, turn on the air
conditioning system, and adjust the
temperature control to the desired
temperature.
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When the Auto Defogging
System operates, the
indicator will illuminate.
If a high amount of humidity is detected
in the vehicle, the Auto Defogging
System will be enabled. The following
steps will be performed automatically:
Step 1) The air intake control will change
to Fresh mode.
Step 2) The A/C button will turn ON.
Step 3) The mode will be changed to
defrost to direct airflow to the
windshield.
Step 4) The fan speed will be set to MAX.
If the air conditioning is off or
recirculated air position is manually
selected while Auto Defogging System is
ON, the Auto Defogging System Indicator
will blink 3 times to signal that the
manual operation has been canceled.
Press the front windshield defroster
button for 3 seconds when the ignition
switch is in the ON position. When the
Auto Defogging System is canceled, the
ADS OFF symbol will blink 3 times and
ADS OFF will be displayed on the climate
control information screen.
When the Auto Defogging System is
reset, the ADS OFF symbol will blink 6
times without a signal.
Information
NOTICE
Do not remove the sensor cover located
on the upper end of the windshield
glass.
Damage to system parts could occur
and may not be covered by your vehicle
warranty.
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Automatic Ventilation
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position or when the engine is running
and temperature is below 59°F (15°C)
with the recirculation mode selected
more than five minutes, the air intake
position will automatically change to
fresh mode.
When the air conditioning system is on,
press the mode selection button and
the recirculation mode button five times
within three seconds. (Automatic climate
control system)
When the air conditioning system is on,
press the recirculation mode button
for 3 seconds. (Manual climate control
system)
When the Automatic Ventilation feature
is enabled, the Recirculation button LED
indicator will blink 6 times.
When the Automatic Ventilation feature
is disabled, the Recirculation button LED
indicator will blink 3 times.
Sunroof Inside Air Recirculation
When the sunroof is opened, outside
(fresh) air will be automatically selected.
At this time, if you press the air intake
control button, recirculated air position
will be selected but will change back
to outside (fresh) air after 3 minutes.
When the sunroof is closed, the air
intake position will return to the original
position that was selected.
Inside air circulation while
operating the washer fluid
When the washer liquid is sprayed, it is
changed and maintained for a certain
period of time to prevent the smell of
washer liquid from entering the room.
However, in case of low outside
temperature, the outside (fresh) air mode
is maintained to prevent the cause of
window fogging.
Automatic heater and air
conditioner Function setting
1. Turn on the engine.
2. Set the mode to the () position.
3. When the air conditioning system
is on, press the recirculation mode
button more than 4 times within 2
seconds.
When the function is enabled, the
recirculation button LED indicator will
blink 6 times.
Function release
1. Turn on the engine.
2. Set the mode to the () position.
3. When the air conditioning system
is on, press the recirculation mode
button more than 4 times within 2
seconds.
When the function is disabled, the
recirculation button LED indicator will
blink 3 times.
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Before driving .................................................................................................... 6-4
Before entering the vehicle ........................................................................................ 6-4
Before starting ............................................................................................................. 6-4
Ignition switch ................................................................................................... 6-5
Key ignition switch .......................................................................................................6-5
Key ignition switch positions ...................................................................................... 6-6
Starting the engine ....................................................................................................... 6-7
Engine Start/Stop button ................................................................................. 6-8
Engine Stop/Start button positions ........................................................................... 6-9
Starting the engine ..................................................................................................... 6-10
Turning off the engine ................................................................................................. 6-11
Remote start ............................................................................................................... 6-12
Intelligent variable transmission ..................................................................... 6-13
Intelligent variable transmission operation .............................................................. 6-13
Parking ........................................................................................................................ 6-16
Good driving practices ................................................................................................6-17
Dual clutch transmission .................................................................................6-18
Dual clutch transmission operation .......................................................................... 6-18
Parking ........................................................................................................................6-24
Good driving practices .............................................................................................. 6-25
Braking system ................................................................................................ 6-26
Power-assist brakes ...................................................................................................6-26
Disc brakes wear indicator ........................................................................................6-26
Parking Brake .............................................................................................................. 6-27
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) .................................................................................6-28
Auto Hold ....................................................................................................................6-33
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................................................................................... 6-36
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............................................................................ 6-38
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) ..................................................................... 6-40
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) .................................................................................. 6-41
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) ................................................................................. 6-42
Good braking practices ............................................................................................. 6-45
Four wheel drive (4WD) ..................................................................................6-46
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) operation ...........................................................................6-47
Emergency precautions ............................................................................................. 6-51
Reducing the risk of a rollover ...................................................................................6-52
6. Driving your vehicle
Driving your vehicle
6-4
Before entering the vehicle
Be sure all windows, outside mirror(s),
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed.
Remove frost, snow, or ice.
Visually check the tires for uneven
wear and damage.
Check under the vehicle for any sign
of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind
you if you intend to back up.
Before starting
Make sure the hood, the liftgate, and
the doors are securely closed and
locked.
Adjust the position of the seat and
steering wheel.
Adjust the inside and side view
mirrors.
Verify all the lights work.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that all
passengers have fastened their seat
belts.
Check the gauges and indicators
in the instrument panel and the
messages on the instrument display
when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Check that any items you are carrying
are stored properly or fastened down
securely.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions:
ALWAYS wear your seat belt. All
passengers must be properly belted
whenever the vehicle is moving.
For more information, refer to “Seat
Belts” section in chapter 3.
Always drive defensively. Assume
other drivers or pedestrians may be
careless and make mistakes.
Stay focused on the task of driving.
Driver distraction can cause
accidents.
Leave plenty of space between you
and the vehicle in front of you.
WARNING
NEVER drink or take drugs and drive.
Drinking or taking drugs and driving
is dangerous and may result in an
accident and SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Just
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions and
emergencies and your reaction time
gets worse with each additional drink.
Driving while under the influence
of drugs is as dangerous or more
dangerous than driving under the
influence of alcohol.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or take
drugs and drive. If you are drinking or
taking drugs, don’t drive. Do not ride
with a driver who has been drinking
or taking drugs. Choose a designated
driver or call a taxi.
BEFORE DRIVING
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions:
NEVER allow children or any person
who is unfamiliar with the vehicle to
touch the ignition switch or related
parts. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur.
NEVER reach through the steering
wheel for the ignition switch, or any
other control, while the vehicle is in
motion. The presence of your hand
or arm in this area may cause a loss
of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
Key ignition switch (if equipped)
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[A] : LOCK, [B] : ACC
[C] : ON, [D] : START
Whenever the front door is opened, the
ignition switch will illuminate, provided
the ignition switch is not in the ON
position. The light will go off immediately
when the ignition switch is turned on or
go off after about 30 seconds when the
door is closed. (if equipped)
WARNING
NEVER turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK or ACC position while the
vehicle is in motion except in an
emergency.
This will result in the engine turning
off and loss of power assist for the
steering and brake systems. This may
lead to loss of directional control and
braking function, which could cause
an accident.
Before leaving the driver's seat,
always make sure the shift lever is
in 1st gear (for manual transmission
vehicle) or P (Park, for automatic
transmission vehicle) position, apply
the parking brake, and turn the
ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Unexpected vehicle movement may
occur if these precautions are not
followed.
NOTICE
Never use aftermarket keyhole covers.
This may generate start-up failure due
to communication failure.
IGNITION SWITCH
Driving your vehicle
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Key ignition switch positions
Switch
PositionAction Notes
LOCK
To turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position, push the key in at the ACC
position and turn the key towards the
LOCK position.
The ignition key can be removed in
the LOCK position.
ACC
Some electrical accessories are
usable. The steering wheel unlocks.
If difficulty is experienced turning the
ignition switch to the ACC position,
turn the key while turning the steering
wheel right and left to release.
ON
This is the normal key position when
the engine has started. All features
and accessories are usable.
The warning lights can be checked
when you turn the ignition switch
from ACC to ON.
Do not leave the ignition switch in the
ON position when the engine is not
running to prevent the battery from
discharging.
START
To start the engine, turn the ignition
switch to the START position. The
switch returns to the ON position
when you let go of the key.
The engine will crank until you release
the key.