
uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
460
Driving
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal, then press the POWER button.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, check that the READY indicator is on,
then put the tra nsmission into
(D. Select (R when reversing.
3. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the parking brake and brake system indicator (red) goes off.
2 Parking Brake P. 572
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into
(D or when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
The power system is turned off when the transmission
is taken out of
( P before the POWER button is
pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to drive.
You can also release the parking brake by pressing
the electric parking brake sw itch while depressing the
brake pedal.
When facing downhill, you can start your vehicle
more smoothly by manually releasing it with the
electric parking brake switch than by releasing it with
the accelerator pedal.
As a hybrid vehicle, the sounds and vibrations from
the engine may be absent even though the vehicle is
ready for driving. It also makes you fail to recognize
that you can start.
Make sure to check if the READY indicator is on
before you start to drive.
When the power system was turned on using the
button on the keyless remoteWhen the power system was turned on using the button on the keyless remote
When the power system was turned on in any case
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very st eep or slippery slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
B

473
uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch
Driving
Facilitates fuel-efficient driving.
Maximizes controllability on snowy road
through powertrain settings.
The mode for the next start-up is sa ved according to the following chart.
Each keyless remote has its own mode saved.
■ECON Mode1 ECON Mode
While in ECON mode, the climate control system will
be less effective and the vehi cle slower to accelerate.
■SNOW Mode1SNOW Mode
NOTICE
SNOW mode does not allow you to drive on snowy
or frozen roads in all situations. There are limits to
SNOW mode.
When driving on snowy or frozen roads; mount
winter tires or tire chains , reduce speed, and maintain
sufficient distance between vehicles.
2 Winter Tires P. 639
■Next Start-up Mode
Last ModeNext Mode
SPORT, NORMAL or SNOWNORMAL
ECONECON
Models with driving position memory system

651
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 652
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 653
Handling of the Jack ......................... 666
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 667
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak ... 668Emergency Power System On ........... 669
Emergency Power System Off........... 670
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 671
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 673
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 674 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears ......................................... 676
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 677
If the Limited stopping power Warning
Appears ......................................... 677
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 678
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 679
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 680
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 681
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 682
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 683
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 687
Emergency Towing ........................... 689
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door... 690If You Cannot Open the Tailgate.......... 691Refueling................................................. 692
U.S. models

667
Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
If the power system won't start, check the following items and take appropriate action.
If you cannot turn on the power system after checking all the it ems in the list above, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an as sisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 671
Depending on the situation, you may be able to temporarily turn the power system on using the emergency starting procedure.
2Emergency Power System On P. 669
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Temperature is too cold for vehicle to operate message
appears.●You must wait for an increase in the
ambient temperature or move the
vehicle to a warmer location.
●Contact dealer if necessary.
The To start, touch start butto n with emblem side of
remote message appears.
u Make sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 184
2If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
P. 668
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 687
Check the power system starting procedure.
Follow the instructions, and try to start the power system again.2Turning on the Power P. 455
Check the shift position. The transmission is not in (P. Change the shift position to (P.
Check the immobilizer
system indicator.When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.2Immobilizer System P. 176
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 107

668
uuPower System Won’t Start uIf the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To start, touch start butto n with emblem side of
remote message appears on the driver information interface, the POWER button
flashes, and the READY indicator does not come on, tu rn on the power system as
follows: 1.Press the POWER button.
u The beeper sounds and the POWER
button flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Touch the center of the POWER button
with the H logo on the keyless remote while
the POWER button is flashing. The buttons
on the keyless remote should be facing you.
u The beeper sounds, and the POWER
button stays on for about 10 seconds.
3. Depress the brake pedal and press the
POWER button while the POWER button is
on.
u The READY indicator comes on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

Index
708
Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery.......................................... 640
Charging System Indicator ....................... 677
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ............... 640
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator .................................................. 677
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 580
Accessories and Modifications ................. 649
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 224
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 469
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ................................... 109, 513
Additives Coolant ................................................... 618
Engine Oil ................................................ 615
Washer .................................................... 622
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 215
Clock ....................................................... 146
Front Seats .............................................. 205
Head Restraints........................................ 213
Mirrors .................................................... 203
Rear Seats................................................ 209
Sound.............................................. 247, 290
Steering Wheel ........................................ 202
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 478 Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System) ....................... 232
Changing the Mode ................................ 232
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 234
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 643
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 233
Sensor ..................................................... 236
Synchronization Mode............................. 235
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 232
Air Pressure ....................................... 632, 695
Airbags ........................................................ 59
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 65
Airbag Care............................................... 78
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 62
Indicator............................................ 75, 104
Knee Airbags............................................. 67
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 76
Sensors ..................................................... 59
Side Airbags .............................................. 70
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 73
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ............................ 479
AM/FM Radio .................................... 249, 296
Android Auto ................................... 267, 336
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 580
Indicator.................................................. 103
Apple CarPlay ................................... 263, 329
Armrest ..................................................... 215
AT&T Hotspot ........................................... 328
Audio ........................................................ 124 Audio Remote Controls
........................... 242
Audio System ........................... 238, 246, 271
Adjusting the Sound ....................... 247, 290
Android Auto.................................. 267, 336
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 273
Display Setup .................................. 248, 291
Error Messages ....................................... 345
General Information................................ 347
Home Screen .......................................... 278
How to Update ....................................... 284
How to Update Wirelessly ....................... 288
How to Update with a USB Device .......... 289
iPod ................................................ 251, 311
Limitations for Manual Operation ............................. 292, 402, 422
MP3/WMA/AAC ............................. 254, 314
Power Flow ............................................. 342
Reactivating ............................................ 241
Recommended Devices ........................... 348
Remote Controls ..................................... 242
Security Code ......................................... 241
Selecting an Audio Source ...................... 292
Start Up .................................................. 272
Status Area ............................................. 283
System Updates ...................................... 284
System Updates Settings ......................... 285
Theft Protection ...................................... 241
USB Flash Drives...................................... 348
USB Ports ................................................ 239
Wallpaper Setup ..................................... 276
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 273

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Index
O
Odometer.................................................. 114
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 453
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 613
Adding .................................................... 615
Checking ................................................. 614
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 604
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........................ 676
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 613
Viscosity .......................................... 613, 695
Open Source Licenses ....................... 363, 706
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 612
Moonroof ................................................ 183
Power Windows ...................................... 179
Tailgate ................................................... 165
Outside Temperature Display .................. 115
Overheating .............................................. 674
P
Paddle Selectors ........................................ 466
Panic Mode ............................................... 178
Parking ...................................................... 582
Parking Brake ............................................ 572
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ........................................... 100, 680
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................... 98, 99, 679, 680
Parking Sensor System .............................. 584
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 76Passing Indicators
..................................... 188
Petrol
Gauge ..................................................... 114
Phone ........................................................ 124
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 257, 317
POWER Button ......................................... 184
Power Flow ............................................... 342
Power Flow/Engine Status Display/High
Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge .... 119
POWER Gauge .......................................... 114
Power System
Won’t Start ............................................. 667
POWER SYSTEM Indicator ........................ 100
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 667
Power Tailgate ......................................... 168
Power Windows ....................................... 179
Precautions While Driving
Rain ........................................................ 462
Pregnant Women ....................................... 57
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 653R
Radiator.................................................... 619
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 249, 296
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 300
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 250, 298
Range ........................................................ 122
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 250, 298
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 699
READY Indicator ....................................... 100 Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control
System
TM.................................................. 479
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 199
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 231
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 210
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 203
Refueling .......................................... 439, 595
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 114
Gasoline ......................................... 595, 694
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ..................... 103
Regulations .............................. 485, 634, 697
Remote Transmitter ................................. 157
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 642
Bulbs ...................................................... 623
Fuses .............................................. 683, 685
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 629
Tires........................................................ 637
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 627
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 698
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Road Departure Mitigation ..................... 554
On and Off ............................................. 557