3045-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
switch the airflow.
Indicator illuminated: Airflow
to the front seats only
Indicator off: Airflow to all the
seats
■Operation of automatic airflow
control
●In order to maintain a comfortable
interior, airflow may be directed to
seats without passengers immedi-
ately after the hybrid system is
started and at other times depend-
ing on the outside temperature.
●After the hybrid system is started,
if passengers move around inside
or enter/exit the vehicle, the sys-
tem cannot accurately detect the
presence of passengers and auto-
matic airflow cont rol will not oper-
ate.
■Operation of manual airflow
control
Even if the function is manually
switched to directing airflow to only
the front seats, whe n a rear seat is
occupied, it may automatically direct
airflow to all seats.
■To return to automatic airflow
control
1 With the indicator off, turn the
power switch off.
2 After 60 minutes or more elapse,
turn the power switch to ON.
Prevent ice from building up on
the windshield and wiper
blades.
When the windshield wiper de-icer
switch is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the windshield wiper
de-icer switch.
The windshield wiper de-icer will
automatically turn off after a period
of time.
■Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the
selected air flow mode.
Windshield wiper de-icer
(if equipped)
WARNING
■To prevent burns
Do not touch the glass at lower
part of the windshield or to the
side of the front p illars when the
windshield wiper de-icer is on.
Air outlet layout and oper-
ations
3065-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
*: If equipped
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield
defogger from operating
improperly
Do not place anything on the
instrument panel which may cover
the air outlets. Otherwise, air flow
may be obstructed, preventing the
windshield defoggers from defog-
ging.
Heated steering
wheel*/seat heaters*
Heated steering wheel
Warms up the grip of the
steering wheel
Seat heaters
Warm up the seat upholstery
WARNING
■To prevent minor burn inju-
ries
Care should be taken if anyone in
the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel or
seats when the heater is on:
●Babies, small children, the
elderly, the sick and the physi-
cally challenged
●Persons with sensitive skin
●Persons who are fatigued
●Persons who have taken alco-
hol or drugs that induce sleep
(sleeping drugs, cold remedies,
etc.)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the
seat heaters
Do not put heavy objects that
have an uneven surface on the
seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into
the seat.
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-
charge
Do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.
3386-1. Maintenance and care
Remove dirt using a
water-dampened soft cloth or
synthetic chamois.
Wipe the surface with a dry,
soft cloth to remove any
remaining moisture.
■Cleaning the areas with
satin-finish metal accents
The metal areas use a layer of real
metal for the surface. It is necessary
to clean them regularly. If dirty areas
are left uncleaned for long periods
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types
of detergent, as they may dis-
color the vehicle interior or
cause streaks or damage to
painted surfaces:
• Areas other than the seats and steering wheel: Organic sub-
stances such as benzene or
gasoline, alkaline or acidic solu-
tions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solu- tions, such as thinner, benzene,
and alcohol
• Steering wheel: Organic sub- stances, such as thinner, and
cleaner that contains alcohol
●Do not use polish wax or polish
cleaner. The instrument panel’s
or other interior part’s painted
surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather
surfaces
Observe the following precautions
to avoid damage to and deteriora-
tion of leather surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from
leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to
direct sunlight for extended peri-
ods of time. Park the vehicle in
the shade, especially during
summer.
●Do not place items made of
vinyl, plastic, or containing wax
on the upholstery, as they may
stick to the leather surface if the
vehicle interior heats up signifi-
cantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the v ehicle floor with
water.
Vehicle systems such as the
audio system may be damaged if
water comes into contact with
electrical components such as the
audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicle. Water may
also cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of
the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to con-
tact the lens. Also, do not touch
the lens. ( P.208)
■Cleaning the inside of the rear
window
●Do not use glass cleaner to
clean the rear window, as this
may cause damage to the rear
window defogger heater wires.
Use a cloth dampened with
lukewarm water to gently wipe
the window clean. Wipe the win-
dow in strokes running parallel
to the heater wires.
●Be careful not to scratch or
damage the heater wires.
Cleaning the areas with
satin-finish metal accents
3436-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move
smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have
appropriate
clearance from
the floor?
( P.449)
• Does the brake pedal have the
correct amount
of free play?
( P.449)
Brakes
• The vehicle
should not pull to
one side when
the brakes are
applied.
• The brakes should work
effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel
spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get
too close to the
floor when the
brakes are
applied.
Head
restraints
Do the head
restraints move
smoothly and lock
securely?
Indica-
tors/buzzersDo the indicators
and buzzers func-
tion properly?
LightsDo all the lights
come on?
ItemsCheck points
Parking brake
• Does the park-ing brake oper-
ate normally?
• When parked on a slope and the
parking brake is
on, is the vehicle
securely
stopped?
Seat belts
• Do the seat belts operate
smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be
damaged.
Seats
Do the seat con-
trols operate prop-
erly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steer-ing wheel rotate
smoothly?
• Does the steer- ing wheel have
the correct
amount of free
play?
• There should not be any strange
sounds coming
from the steer-
ing wheel.
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
DoorsDo the doors oper-
ate smoothly?
Engine hood
Does the engine
hood lock system
work properly?
ItemsCheck points
4578-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
Recommended inflation pres-
sureCold tire inflation pressure recommended
by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
automatic transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as fac-
tory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with stan-
dard equipment, including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so
equipped, air conditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight
150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occu-
pants specified in the second column of
Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution
Distribution of occupan ts in a vehicle as
specified in the thi rd column of Table 1
*
below
Production options weight
The combined weight o f installed regular
production options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3
kg) in excess of the s tandard items which
they replace, not previously considered in
curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Tire related termMeaning
492Alphabetical Index
If you have a flat tire ............. 417
If you lose your keys ............ 429
If you think something is wrong........................................... 401
If your vehicle becomes stuck ........................................... 441
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 395
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................... 397
If your vehicle overheats ...... 438
Energy monitor ....................... 105
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............. 177
Compartment ....................... 350
Engine switch ....................... 174
Hood..................................... 348
How to start the hybrid system........................................... 174
Identification number ............ 445
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 428
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 395
Ignition switch (power switch) ........................................... 174
Overheating.......................... 438
Power switch ........................ 174
Tachometer ...................... 84, 87
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 447
Checking .............................. 352
Engine coolant temperature gauge................................. 84, 87
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 446
Checking .............................. 350
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 291
Warning light ........................ 403
Engine switch (power switch)174
Enhanced VSC ........................ 285 EPS (Electric Po
wer Steering)
...............................................285 Warning light.........................405
EV drive mode.........................179
EV Driving Ratio ...............94, 101
EV indicator...............................69
EV Ratio .............................94, 101
Event data recorder (EDR) .........8
F
Flat tire Tire pressure w arning system
...........................................360
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair ki t...............417
Floor mats .................................22
Fluid Brake ....................................449
Hybrid transmission ..............448
Washer .................................355
Fog lights ................................198 Replacing light bulbs ............388
Switch ...................................198
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system ....................37
Front seats Adjustment ...........................134
Cleaning ...............................337
Correct driving posture ...........23
Head restraints .....................137
Seat heaters ....... ..................306
Front side marker lights Light switch...........................192
Replacing light bulbs ....387, 388
Wattage ................................450
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....387, 388
Turn signal lever ...................185
Wattage ................................450
Fuel Capacity ...............................445
Fuel gauge .......................84, 87
497Alphabetical Index
Rear seats ............................... 135Head restraints ..................... 137
Rear side marker lights Light switch .......................... 192
Replacing light bulbs ............ 387
Wattage ................................ 450
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 388
Turn signal lever ................... 185
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror.......... 140
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 141
Rear window defogger ........... 301
Rear window wiper ................. 200
Refueling Capacity ............................... 445
Fuel types............................. 445
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................... 430
Opening the fuel tank cap .... 202
Regenerative braking ............... 69
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 382
Fuses ................................... 384
Light bulbs ............................ 387
Tires ..................................... 370
Reporting safety defects for Canadian owners ................. 476
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners................................... 476
Resetting the message indicat- ing maintenance is required 341
Road Sign Assist (RSA) ......... 233
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ......... 233
S
Safe Exit Assist ...................... 263
Safety Connect ......................... 64
Seat belt reminder light . 405, 406
Seat belts .................................. 25 Adjusting the seat belt ............ 27
Automatic Locking Retractor .. 27 Child restraint sys
tem installation
.............................................45
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ..............................337
Emergency Locking Retractor 27
How to wear your seat belt .....26
How your child should wear the seat belt ................................26
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .................................25
Reminder light and buzzer .405, 406
Seat belt extender ..................26
Seat belt pretensioners ..........28
SRS warning light .................404
Seat heaters ............................306
Seating capacity .............163, 444
Seats Adjustment ...........................134
Adjustment precautions ........134
Child seats/child restraint system installation ............................43
Cleaning ...............................337
Head restraints .....................137
Properly sitting in the seat ......23
Seat heaters ....... ..................306
Secondary Collision Brake ....285
Sensor Automatic headlight system .193
Automatic High Beam system...........................................195
BSM (Blind Spot M onitor) .....252
Inside rear view mirror ..........141
Intuitive parking assist ..........268
Radar sensor ................253, 264
RCTA ....................................258
Service plug ..............................71
Service reminder message ....341
Shift lever Hybrid transmission ..............181
If th e s hif t le ver ca n no t b e s hif te d from P .................................182