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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
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Driving
• The brake pedal is released (without the automatic brake hold system activated).
• The accelerator pedal is depressed (with the automatic brake hold system
activated).
2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 662
•When the transmission is put into (P from (D or (N on a slope.
■The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed*1 when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• The steering wheel is operated.
• The transmission is put into
(R, (S*, or (L*, or when it is set from (N to (D.
u If you put the transmission 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 redu ced and the vehicle starts moving while
stopped on an incline.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is repeated ly 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 us e, and the difference between the set
temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.
• The climate control system is bein g used to dehumidify the interior.
• The vehicle ahead of you starts again when your vehicle stops automatically with
Adaptive Cruise Control ( ACC) with Low Speed Follow.
• The SPORT mode is selected by using the DRIVE MODE switch.
■The Engine Automatically Restarts When:1The 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.
1 The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed*1 when:
*1: With the automatic brake hold system activated,
you can release the brake pe dal while Auto Idle Stop
is in operation.
If the automatic brake hold system has been turned
off, or if there is a problem with the system, the
engine will restart automatically when you release
the brake pedal. 2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 662
Models with DRIVE MODE switch
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
Driving
Auto Idle Stop
To help maximize fuel econ omy, the engine automatica lly stops when the vehicle
comes to a stop, depending on environmen tal and vehicle operating conditions. The
indicator (green) comes on at this time. The environmental and vehicle conditions that
impact Auto Idle Stop system operation are
varied.
2Auto Idle Stop Activates When: P. 522
2 Auto Idle Stop may not activate when:
P. 523
The engine then restarts once the vehicle is
about to move again when you depress the
clutch pedal, and the indicator (green) goes
off.
2 The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
P. 524
If the driver's door is opened while the
indicator (green) comes on, a buzzer sounds
to notify you that the Auto Idle Stop function
is in operation.
A message associated with Auto Idle Stop
appears on the driver information interface.
Manual transmission models without Rev Match System
1Auto Idle Stop
The 12-volt battery insta lled in this vehicle is
specifically designed for a m odel with Auto Idle Stop.
Using a 12-volt battery other than this specified type
may shorten the 12-volt ba ttery life, and prevent
Auto Idle Stop from activati ng. If you need to replace
the 12-volt battery, make sure to select the specified
type. Ask a dealer for more details.
The duration of the Au to Idle Stop operation:
•Increase in the ECON mode, compared to when
the ECON mode is off, with climate control in use.
2 ECON Button
* P. 513
Auto Idle Stop
Indicator (Green)
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch*
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Driving
Drive Mode Switch*
You can choose between three modes, SPORT mode, NORMAL mode and ECON
mode by using the DRIVE MODE switch.
The current mode is displayed on the gauge, and each mode will appear differently.
Models with paddle shifter1 Drive Mode Switch*
The mode may not be able to be changed when:
•The vehicle is turning.•The VSA ® system is activating.
•There is a problem wi th the engine, the
transmission, the VSA® , and the EPS.
DRIVE MODE Switch
SPORT
Mode
NORMAL
Mode
ECON
Mode
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch*
Driving
Facilitates fuel-efficient driving.
■ECON Mode1ECON Mode
While in ECON mode, the climate control system will
be less effective and the vehi cle slower to accelerate.
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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch*
Driving
■Next start-up mode
The mode for the next start-up is sa ved according to the following chart.
Last Drive ModeNext Drive Mode
ECON ModeECON Mode
NORMAL ModeNORMAL Mode
SPORT ModeNORMAL Mode
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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch*
Driving
■Selecting the Drive Mode
Changing modes
by DRIVE MODE
switch or +R
button alters the
screen on the
gauge.
DRIVE MODE
Switch Press the or button
*1
Press the
DRIVE MODE switch up and hold or select
Customize
2 Customizing the INDIVIDUAL Settings P. 534
Press the DRIVE MODE switch up or down COMFORT
Mode
+R button
Press the +R button
SPORT Mode
INDIVIDUAL
Mode
+R
Mode
INDIVIDUAL Settings Screen
Audio/Information Screen
*1 : The display returns to audio/info
rmation screen a few seconds after
pressing the +R button or the DRIVE MODE switch up or down.
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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Driving
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System
VSA ® helps 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 outp ut 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.
*1 : Models with A-type meter
*2 : Models with B-type meter
*3 : When using the +R gauge
*
■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 vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
The Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF*, Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)*, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow*, low tire pressure/TPMS* and safety
support indicators may come on in amber along with a
message in the gauge when you set the power mode
to ON after reconn ecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
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 alwa ys leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA ® system is generally
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
VSA® System Indicator
*1
*2*3
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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Driving
This button is on the driv er side control panel.
To partially disable VSA ® functionality/
features, press and hold it until you hear a
beep.
Your vehicle will have normal braking and
cornering ability, but traction control function
will be less effective.
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.
*1 : Models with A-type meter
*2 : Models with B-type meter
*3 : When using the +R gauge
*
■VSA ® On and Off1 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
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 button is pressed, the traction control
function becomes less effective. This allows for the
wheels to spin more freely at low speed. You should
only attempt 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
*1
*2*3
* Not available on all models
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