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∗: If equipped

Tires

l Rotation

l Replacement

l Inflation pressure

l Information

P. 325

P. 404

P. 439

P. 449

Tail lights

P. 156

Side marker lights

P. 156

Trunk

P. 43

Rear window defogger

P. 218

Doors

P. 39

Fuel filler door

P. 74

Turn signal lights

P. 139

Table of Contents

Table of Contents1
Table of Contents2
Exterior6
Pictorial Index6
Interior8
Instrument Panel12
Doors15
For Your Information16
Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio System16
Main Owner’s Manual16
General Precaution Regarding Children’s Safety17
General Precautions While Driving17
Perchlorate Material17
Scrapping17
Symbols Used Throughout this Manual18
Key Information19
Keys19
- Card Key20
- Using the Mechanical Key20
- Key Number Plate21
- To Prevent Key Damage21
- When Required to Leave a Key to the Vehicle with a Parking Attendant21
- Precautions for Handling the Card Keys22
Opening, Closing and Locking the Doors and Trunk23
- Smart Access System with Push-Button Start23
- Wireless Remote Control35
- Panic Mode36
- Doors38
- Trunk42
- (Seats, Mirrors, Steering Wheel) Front Seats45
- Seat Belts55
- Steering Wheel (Manually Adjustable Type)61
- Steering Wheel (Power-Adjustable Type)62
  - Auto Tilt Away62
  - Automatic Adjustment of the Steering Position63
- Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror64
- Outside Rear View Mirrors65
Opening and Closing the Windows and Moon Roof68
- Power Windows68
Refueling74
- Opening the Fuel Tank Cap74
  - Closing the Fuel Tank Cap75
  - Precautions on Refueling the Vehicle76
Theft Deterrent System77
- Engine Immobilizer System77
- Theft Prevention Labels (U.S.A.)81
Safety Information82
- Correct Driving Posture82
- Precautions While Driving83
- SRS Airbags84
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System95
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System Precautions98
- Child Restraint Systems100
- Installing Child Restraints104
- Driving the Vehicle116
- Stopping116
Driving Procedures116
- Parking the Vehicle117
- Starting on a Steep Uphill117
- Breaking in118
- Driving in the Rain118
- Drum-In-Disc Type Parking Brake System118
- Normal Characteristics after Turning off the Engine118
- When Driving the Vehicle119
- When Starting the Vehicle119
- When Driving on Slippery Road Surfaces121
- When Shifting the Shift Lever121
- When the Vehicle Is Stopped121
- Exhaust Gases122
- When the Vehicle Is Parked122
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck or Bogged (AWD Models)123
- When Braking the Vehicle123
- When Taking a Nap in the Vehicle123
- Avoiding Damage to Vehicle Parts124
- When Parking the Vehicle124
- If You Get a Flat Tire While Driving125
- If You Hear Squealing/Scraping Noise (Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators)125
- When Encountering Flooded Roads125
- Engine (Ignition) Switch126
- Starting the Engine126
- Automatic Transmission128
  - Changing “Engine Start Stop” Switch Mode128
  - Auto Power off Function129
  - When the Steering Lock Cannot be Released129
  - When the “Engine Start Stop” Switch Indicator Flashes in Amber129
  - Stopping the Engine in an Emergency130
  - When Starting the Engine130
- Automatic Transmission131
  - Shift Position Uses (Automatic Transmission)131
  - Selecting a Driving Mode132
  - Selecting Shift Ranges in the D Position132
  - Shift Ranges and Their Functions133
  - Changing Shift Ranges in S Mode134
  - Automatic Deactivated of Shift Range Selection in the D Position135
  - Downshifting Restrictions Warning Buzzer135
  - Snow Mode Automatic Deactivation135
  - When the “-” Shift Paddle Switch Is Operated in the D Position135
  - Ai-Shift136
- Manual Transmission137
  - Shifting the Shift Lever137
  - Shifting the Shift Lever into R137
  - Maximum Downshifting Speed138
  - Snow Mode138
- Turn Signal Lever139
- Parking Brake140
- Horn141
Instrument Cluster142
- Gauges and Meters142
  - Instrument Panel Light Control143
  - Speed and Tacho Indicators144
- Multi-Information Display144
- Indicators and Warning Lights148
- If a Safety System Warning Light Does Not Come on150
- Multi-Information Display151
Operating the Lights and Windshield Wipers Headlight Switch156
- AFS (Vehicles with Discharge Headlights)157
- Daytime Running Light System157
- Headlight Control Sensor157
- Automatic Headlight Leveling System158
- Automatic Light off System158
- If “AFS OFF” Flashes... (Vehicles with Discharge Headlights)158
- Fog Light Switch159
- Intermittent Wiper with Interval Adjuster160
- Windshield Wipers and Washer160
- Headlight Cleaner Switch165
  - The Headlight Cleaner Can be Operated When165
  - Windshield Washer Linked Operation165
- Cruise Control166
- Set the Vehicle Speed166
Using Other Driving Systems166
- Adjusting the Speed Setting167
- Canceling and Resuming Regular Acceleration167
- Automatic Cruise Control Cancellation168
- Cruise Control Can be Set When168
- If the Cruise Control Indicator Light Flashes168
- Situations Unsuitable for Cruise Control169
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control170
- Intuitive Parking Assist180
- Driving Assist Systems186
- Cargo and Luggage196
To Avoid Operating the Cruise Control by Mistake169
Driving Information196
- Storage Precautions198
- Vehicle Load Limits199
- Pre-Winter Preparations200
- Winter Driving Tips200
- Trailer Towing204
- Dinghy Towing (Vehicles with an Automatic Transmission)205
- Dinghy Towing (Vehicles with a Manual Transmission)206
  - Towing Your Vehicle with 4 Wheels on the Ground206
  - Dinghy Towing Direction207
Things that Must Not be Carried in the Trunk198
Using the Air Conditioning System and Defogger209
- Automatic Air Conditioning System209
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers217
Using the Audio System218
- Audio System Type218
- Using Cellular Phones219
- Using the Radio221
- Using the CD Player228
- Playing Back MP3 and WMA Discs234
- Optimal Use of the Audio System240
- Using the AUX Adapter243
- Using the Steering Wheel Audio Switches244
- Interior Lights List246
Using the Interior Lights246
- Interior Lights248
- Personal Lights248
- List of Storage Features250
- Sun Visors256
Other Interior Features256
- Vanity Mirror257
- Clock258
- Satellite Switches259
- Items that Can be Set Using the Satellite Switches260
- Ashtrays262
- Cigarette Lighter263
- To Avoid Burns or Fires263
- Power Outlet264
- Seat Heaters265
- Caution on Burns267
- Seat Heaters and Ventilators268
- Armrest271
- Rear Sunshade272
  - Reverse Operation Feature272
  - To Ensure Normal Operation of the Sunshade273
- Trunk Storage Extension274
- Coat Hooks275
- Items that Must Not be Hung on the Hook275
- Floor Mat276
- Trunk Features277
  - Cargo Hooks277
  - Shopping Bag Hooks277
  - First-Aid Kit Storage Belt277
  - Warning Triangle Storage Belt278
  - Luggage Mat278
- Garage Door Opener280
  - Programming the Homelink (for U.S.A. Owners)280
  - Programming a Rolling Code System (for U.S.A. Owners)282
  - Programming an Entry Gate (for U.S.A. Owners)282
  - Operating the Homelink283
  - Reprogramming a Homelink Button283
  - Erasing the Entire Homelink Memory (All Three Programs)284
- Compass286
  - Calibrating the Compass287
  - Deviation Calibration287
  - Circling Calibration288
  - Conditions Unfavorable to Correct Operation288
  - To Ensure Normal Operation of the Compass289
Maintenance and Care290
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Exterior290
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Interior293
- Rear Window Defogger295
Maintenance Maintenance Requirements296
- Warning in Handling of Battery297
- Engine Compartment Check298
- General Maintenance298
  - Vehicle Interior Checks299
  - Vehicle Exterior Check300
- Emission Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs301
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance302
- Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions302
- Hood305
- Positioning a Floor Jack306
- Tire Inflation Pressure334
- Wheels338
- Checking and Replacing Fuses345
- Headlight Aim359
  - Before Checking the Headlight Aim359
  - Adjusting the Headlight Aim360
- Light Bulbs361
- Side Marker Lights365
- Emergency Flashers369
Essential Information369
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed370
- If You Think Something Is Wrong376
- Fuel Pump Shut off System377
- Event Data Recorder378
  - In a Crash or a Near Car Crash Event378
  - Disclosure of the Data379
Steps to Take in an Emergency380
- If a Warning Light Turns on or a Warning Buzzer Sounds380
- If a Warning Message Is Displayed389
- Warning Light Display in Radar Cruise Mode396
- If You Have a Flat Tire401
- If the Engine will Not Start410
- Emergency Start Function411
- If the Shift Lever Cannot be Shifted from P412
- If You Lose Your Keys413
- If the Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly414
  - Locking/Unlocking the Doors, Unlocking Trunk and Key Linked Functions414
  - Changing “Engine Start Stop” Switch Modes and Starting the Engine415
- If the Vehicle Battery Is Discharged418
- If Your Vehicle Overheats421
  - To Prevent an Accident When Inspecting under the Hood of Your Vehicle422
  - When Adding Engine Coolant423
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck424
Specifications Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)426
- Vehicle Identification Number427
- Engine Number428
- Engine Data429
- Fuel Data429
- Lubrication System Data430
- Oil Viscosity430
- Cooling System Data431
- Ignition System Data431
- Differential Data432
- Electrical System Data432
- Automatic Transmission Data433
- Clutch Data433
- Manual Transmission Data433
- Brakes Data434
- Steering Data435
- Tires and Wheels Data435
- Light Bulbs Data441
- Turn Signal Lights441
- Fuel Information442
  - Fuel Tank Opening for Unleaded Gasoline442
  - If Your Engine Knocks442
  - Blended Gasoline Use443
  - Gasoline Quality443
  - Gasoline Containing MMT444
  - Notice on Fuel Quality444
- Tire Information445
  - Typical Tire Symbols445
  - Tire Size447
  - Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)447
  - Tire Dimensions448
  - Tire Section Names448
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading448
  - DOT Quality Grades449
  - Traction AA, A, B, C449
  - Treadwear449
  - Glossary of Tire Terminology450
  - Temperature A, B, C450
Customization457
- Customizable Features457
Initialization463
- Items to Initialize463
- Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners465
- Seat Belt Instructions for Canadian Owners (in French)466
- Abbreviation/Acronym List468
Alphabetical Index470
- Fuel Filler Door473
Troubleshooting480
What to Do if480
- Gas Station Information482
- Before Driving483

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