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, then change the setting by turning the interface knob.


Select volume off.


If you turn the volume off, NOTE: you will not hear voice command confirmations.


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InterfaceDialFeedback Changing this setting allows you to control when (and if) the system will read the current selection you choose with the interface dial. This feature can minimize the need to look at the screen while operating the dial. The three settings are explained in the following table. The factory default setting is


AUTO


Setting


Feedback Level


On


The system always reads what you select.


Auto (default)


The system reads your selection only while the vehicle is moving.


No


The system does not read your selection.


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SecondSetupScreen


say ‘‘Backward,’’ or move the interface selector to the left to select BACK.


The second setup screen allows you to change the system’s voice recognition feedback, voice gender, and clock settings. To select a setup item, turn the interface knob until it is highlighted, then push the interface selector in to select it.


To view the second setup screen, say ‘‘More,’’ or move the interface selector to the right to select MORE. To go back to the first setup screen,


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or


ON OFF


VoiceRecognitionFeedback Allows you to turn voice control system prompts . To select ON or OFF, turn the interface knob to the right or left, then press OFF the interface selector. When you will not hear the voice control system confirmations or prompts.


MALE FEMALE


Voice Allows you to select the guidance voice: select MALE or FEMALE, turn the interface knob to the right or left, then press the interface selector.


. To


or


ClockAdjustment You can adjust the clock of your system. When the battery is disconnected or the fuse for the compass system is removed, you need to reset the time. See page 274
the clock.


for more information on setting


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ThirdSetupScreen


Color


The third setup screen allows you to change the system’s screen color and verbal reminders. To select a setup item, turn the interface knob until it is highlighted, then push the interface selector in to select it.


To view the third setup screen, move the interface selector down. To return to the first setup screen, say ‘‘Backward,’’ or move the interface selector to the left to select BACK.


To view the Select a color screen, say ‘‘Color,’’ or select COLOR on the screen. You can choose from one of five colors for the day and night display modes.


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VerbalReminder This function allows you to turn or of these reminders include:


ON verbal reminders. Examples


OFF


Setting Display Mode Pressing the mode display modes.


) button allows you to switch


Display


Driving with the parking brake on


Driving with the trunk or a door open


A reminder to fasten the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts


To select ON or OFF, turn the interface knob to the right or left, then press the interface selector.


Each time you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position, the display mode is in auto. The screen changes between day and night modes when you turn the headlights on and off.


To override the auto mode, select either day or night mode. This can be useful if you want to use the headlights during the day. Be aware that using day mode at night will make the screen extremely bright.


To change the color, select Day or night by turning the interface knob to the right or left. Press the interface selector, then turn the interface knob to select desired color. Press the interface selector to enter your choice.


NOTE:


color to obtain


Day


Choose silver metal (factory default) as the the best display contrast. Choose black metal (factory default) as the color to obtain the best display contrast.


Night


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System Initialization If for any reason, you lose power to the compass system (the battery was disconnected), the system needs to be initialized before you can use it.


Initialization requires this:


Entry of the compass system 4- digit security code to ‘‘unlock’’ the system.


GPS initialization. This may not be needed depending on how long the system was without power.


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EnteringtheSecurityCode


If the battery goes dead or is disconnected for any reason, you will have to enter a security code into both the audio system and the compass system before you can use it again.


When you purchased the vehicle, you should have received two cards that have the audio and compass system’s security codes and serial numbers. Keep these cards in a safe


place in case you need the codes. If you lose the cards, you must obtain the security codes from your dealer.


Enter the four-digit compass system security code. If you have entered it correctly, the display changes to the Disclaimer screen chances to enter the correct code. If all ten are incorrect, turn the ignition to OFF, then back to ON (II) to have ten more chances to enter the correct code.


. You have ten


To enter the code, turn the interface knob to select the number, then press the interface selector to enter it. Keep doing the same procedure to enter all four correct numbers. If you need to delete the number you entered mistakenly, move the interface selector to the right.


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Follow the instructions in the audio system section to enter the 5-digit audio code (see page system voice will not operate if the audio code is not entered


). The


241


(see page


If this procedure is not necessary the system proceeds directly to the Compass screen 247
During initialization, the system searches for all available GPS satellites, and obtains their orbital information. During this procedure the vehicle should be out in the open with a clear view of the sky.


).


GPSinitialization


Depending on the length of time the battery was disconnected, your system may require GPS initialization. If it does, the above screen appears. Follow the instructions on the screen.


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After 30 minutes with this screen displayed, turn off the engine and restart the vehicle. If you now see Disclaimer screen the , the GPS initialization is complete.


NOTE:


The average acquiring time is less than 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes. If the system is still unable to acquire a signal, follow the instructions on the screen, or contact your local dealer for assistance.


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If within ten minutes the system fails to locate a sufficient number of satellites to locate your position, the screen above appears. Follow the instructions on the screen.


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Voice Control Basics


TALK BUTTON


BACK BUTTON


For models with navigation


NOTE: system, refer to the navigation system manual.


Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation of the audio system, the climate control system and some functions of the compass system. The voice control system uses the TALK and BACK buttons on the steering wheel and a microphone


TalkButton This button activates the voice control system. Press it when you want to give a voice command. See 268
VoiceCommandIndex a list of voice commands.


on page


for


MICROPHONE (on the ceiling)


near the map light on the ceiling.


While using the voice control


NOTE: system, all of the speakers are muted.


243


BackButton This button has the same function as the CANCEL button on the center console (see page ). When you press it, the display returns to the previous screen. When the previous screen appears, the system replays the last prompt. This button can be used to cancel an audio, climate control, or compass system voice command up to one second after the command confirmation.


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Using the Voice Control System You should use the voice control system as much as possible, and consider manual entry using the interface dial method of entry.


as a ‘‘back-up’’


Most of the system’s functions can be controlled by voice commands activated with the button. To control your compass system by voice:


Talk


Press and release the Wait for the beep. Give a voice command.


Talk


button.


If the system does not understand a command or you wait too long to give a command, it responds with ‘‘Pardon,’’ ‘‘Please repeat,’’ or ‘‘Would you say again.’’ If the system cannot perform a command or the command is not appropriate for the screen you are on, it sounds a beep.


When you speak a command, the system generally either repeats the command as a confirmation or asks you for further information. If you do not wish to hear this feedback, you can turn it off. See the Recognition Feedback Setup.


setting in


Voice


Anytime you are not sure of what voice commands are available on a screen, you can always say ‘‘Help’’ at any screen. The system can then read the list of commands to you.


If you hear a prompt such as ‘‘Please use the interface dial to...’’ or ‘‘Please choose an area with the interface dial.’’ the system is asking for input that cannot be done by voice.


Once the microphone picks up your command, the system changes the display in response to the command and prompts you for the next command. Using the answer the prompts as required.


button,


Talk


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Improving Voice Recognition To achieve optimum voice recognition, the following guidelines should be followed:


Make sure the correct screen


NOTE: is displayed for the voice command that you are using. See Voice Command Index on page 268


Close the windows and the moonroof.


The fan speed will be automatically adjusted to low.


Make sure the airflow from the A/C vents does not interfere with the system microphone in the ceiling console. Place your hand over the microphone; if you feel any airflow, adjust the vents.


After pressing the wait for the beep, then give a voice command.


button,


Talk


Give a voice command in a clear, natural speaking voice without pausing between words.


If the system cannot recognize your command because of background noise, speak louder.


If the microphone picks up voices other than yours, the system may not interpret your voice commands correctly.


If you speak a command with something in your mouth, or your voice is either too high or too husky, the system may misinterpret your voice commands.


If you are still having trouble with the voice control system, refer to Voice Command Help main menu screen.


on the


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Calculator Repeatvoice Voicecommandhelp


ClimateControlCommands The system accepts these climate control commands on most screens.


The voice command help option on the main menu lists many of the following controls. To avoid distraction while you are driving, the system can read the commands for you.


The commands are accessible at any time while driving and can be read to you so that you do not need to memorize all of them.


(controls


(controls


Climatecontrolfullautomatic temperature to 72 degrees F) Climatecontrolautomatic temperature to your selection) Climatecontroloff Airconditioneron Airconditioneroff Airconditioner Climatecontroldefroston Climatecontroldefrostoff Climatecontroldefrost Reardefroston Reardefrostoff Reardefrost





Voice Command Index The voice control system needs appropriate voice commands for controlling the climate control, the audio system, and the compass system.


GlobalCommands The system accepts these commands on any screen.


(reads list of the commands


(displays the main


(displays set up screen) (displays the


Help for the displayed screen) Setup Displaymapguide compass screen) Displaymenu menu) Information computer TripComputer Backward same as CANCEL or BACK button) Cancel Whattimeisit? Calendar


(displays the


(to previous screen,


screen)


trip


(cancels current activity)


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(vent and


Climatecontrolfreshair Climatecontrolrecirculate Climatecontrolvent Climatecontrolbi-level floor) Climatecontrolfloor Climatecontrolflooranddefrost Fanspeedup Fanspeeddown Fanspeed voice control, keep fan speed at 1 or 2)


: 1 7) (for best


# −




Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off.


TemperatureCommands The system accepts these commands on most screens. #



: 57 to


(displays HI) (displays


Temperature degrees 87 degrees F) Temperatureup Temperaturedown Temperaturemaxhot Temperaturemaxcold LO) Temperaturebalance Temperaturedualmodeon Temperaturedualmodeoff Temperaturedualmode Drivetemperature degrees to 87 degrees F) Passengertemperature degrees # Driveventtemperatureadjustment Passengerventtemperature adjustment Venttemperatureup Venttemperaturedown Venttemperaturemax Venttemperatureminimum Venttemperaturenormal


# : 57 to 87 degrees F)





: 57



Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off.


The commands for vent


NOTE: temperature settings are available on the climate control screen.


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AudioSystemCommands The system accepts these audio system commands on most screens.


RadioCommands To control the radio system, say one of the following commands:




(or


Audioon Audiooff Audio Radioon Radioplay Radiooff Radio RadioselectFM1
RadioselectFM2
RadioselectAM # Radio FM # Example Radio AM # Example Radioseekup Radioseekdown Radionextstation seek Radiopreset # RadioFMpreset


: 1
# − #



: frequency.


Radio95.5FM)


: frequency.


Radio1020AM)


6) : 1


# −


6)


(same as Radio


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RadioFM1preset RadioFM2preset RadioAMpreset Radioautoselect Radioscan




6) : 1
# − # 6) : 1
# − # 6) : 1
# − #



Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off.


6,


CDCommands The system accepts these commands on most screens.




30)


2: 1


1: 1


# −


CDplay : 1
6) # − CDplaydisc # 30) : 1
# − CDplaytrack # CDplaydisc 1track 2
# # # − CDskipforward CDskipback CDplaynextdisc CDplaypreviousdisc CDtrackrandom CDtrackrepeat CDdiscrepeat CDtrackscan CDdiskscan CDnormalplay from these commands: ‘‘CD track random,’’ ‘‘CD track repeat,’’ and ‘‘CD disc repeat’’) CDtracklist CDfolderrandom CDfolderrepeat CDfolderscan CDfolderlist


(resumes ‘‘Play’’








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Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off.


DVDCommands The system accepts these commands on most screens.




6,


1:


DVDplay : 1
6) # − DVDplaydisc # 30) : 1
# − DVDplaytrack # # DVDplaydisc 1track 2
# # 2: 1 30) − # − DVDskipforward DVDskipback DVDplaynextdisc DVDplaypreviousdisc DVDtrackrandom DVDtrackrepeat DVDdiscrepeat DVDtrackscan DVDdiscscan DVDnormalplay from these commands: ‘‘DVD track random,’’ ‘‘DVD track repeat,’’ ‘‘DVD disc repeat,’’ ‘‘DVD folder random,’’ and ‘‘DVD folder repeat’’) DVDtracklist DVDfolderrandom DVDfolderrepeat


(resumes ‘‘Play’’





DVDfolderlist



Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off.


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MP3/WMACommands The system accepts these commands on most screens.




1:


MP3play : 1
6) # − MP3playdisc # : 1 30) # − MP3playtrack # # MP3playdisc 1track 2
# # 2: 1 30) 1 6, − # − MP3skipforward MP3skipback MP3playnextdisc MP3playpreviousdisc MP3trackrandom MP3trackrepeat MP3discrepeat MP3trackscan MP3discscan MP3normalplay from these commands: ‘‘MP3
track random,’’ ‘‘MP3 track repeat,’’ ‘‘MP3 disc repeat,’’ ‘‘MP3 folder random,’’ and ‘‘MP3 folder repeat’’) MP3tracklist MP3folderrandom MP3folderrepeat


(resumes ‘‘Play’’







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1:



6,


MP3folderlist WMAplay : 1
6) # − WMAplaydisc # 30) : 1
# − WMAplaytrack # # WMAplaydisc 1track 2
# # 2: 1 30) − # − WMAskipforward WMAskipback WMAplaynextdisc WMAplaypreviousdisc WMAtrackrandom WMAtrackrepeat WMAdiscrepeat WMAtrackscan WMAdiscscan WMAnormalplay from these commands: ‘‘WMA track random,’’ ‘‘WMA track repeat,’’ ‘‘WMA disc repeat,’’ ‘‘WMA folder random,’’ and ‘‘WMA folder repeat’’) WMAtracklist WMAfolderrandom WMAfolderrepeat WMAfolderlist








(resumes ‘‘Play’’



Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off.


MainMenuScreenCommands These are additional commands not found on the Help prompts.


screen. Follow the voice


Voice Commands


(the system


Voicecommandhelp reads and lists all of the commands) Calendar Calculator Tripcomputer


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InterfaceDialfeedbackon


On-ScreenCommands The system accepts over 100 on- screen commands. The only commands that must be chosen by the interface dial are listed below.


Next Previous Return OK Delete


SetupScreenCommands The system accepts these commands on the first setup screen. (For the second and third setup screens, simply say what is written on the screen, and follow the voice prompts)


Brightnessup Brightnessdown Brightnessminimum/min. Brightnessmaximum/max. Contrastup Contrastdown Contrastminimum/min Contrastmaximum/max Blacklevelup Blackleveldown Blacklevelminimum/min Blacklevelmaximum/max Volumeup Volumedown Volumeminimum/min. Volumemaximum/max. VolumeOff InterfaceDialfeedbackoff InterfaceDialfeedbackauto


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Setting the Clock


To set the clock, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, and either or both remotes must be linked.


Clock Adjustment


Select the by turning the interface knob to the right, then press the center of the interface selector.


Say ‘‘Set up’’ or press the SET UP button on the center console to display the Set up screen. Then move the interface dial to the right.


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Time Adjustment


Select the press the center of the interface selector. The display changes to the Time Adjustment


screen for HOUR.


, then


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To adjust the hour, turn the interface knob, then press the center of the interface selector.


To adjust the minute, turn the interface knob to the right to display the adjustment screen for MINUTE.


Turn the interface knob to adjust the minute.


Press the center of the interface selector to enter the time. The Clock screen will return to the adjustment screen (see page


274


).


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Security System


The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking/side marker lights, and taillights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the radio. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system resets. To reset an alarming system before the 2 minutes have elapsed, unlock either front door with the remote or the built-in key.


The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, close the hood, and close the trunk. For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the outside with the remote, built-in key, lock tab, or door lock switch. The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself.


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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR


Once the security system is set, opening any door or the hood without using the built-in key or the remote will cause it to sound. It also sounds if the radio is removed from the dashboard or the audio system wiring is cut.


With the system set, you can still open the trunk with the remote without triggering the alarm. The alarm will sound if the trunk lock is forced, or the trunk is opened with the trunk release button on the driver’s door or the emergency trunk opener.


The security system will not set if the hood, trunk, or any door is not fully closed. If the system will not set, check the Door and Trunk Open monitor on the instrument panel (see page trunk are fully closed. Since it is not part of the monitor display, manually check the hood.


) to see if the doors and


13


Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it.


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Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.


Using Cruise Control


CRUISE (ACC) BUTTON


Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.


Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.


Cruise Control


on the steering wheel, and hold it for 1 second (see page


294


).


RES/ ACCEL BUTTON


SET/ DECEL BUTTON


2.


Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).


3.


Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL icon appears on the multi- information display to show the system is now activated.


Non-ACC model is shown


1.


Push in the CRUISE button or the ACC button (models with adaptive cruise control) on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN or green ACC indicator (models with ACC) indicator on the instrument panel comes on.


Onmodelswithadaptivecruise control To switch from ACC to cruise control, press the distance button


When cruise control is on while driving, the SH-AWD torque distribution monitor and the tire pressure monitor are not shown on the multi-information display.


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Cruise Control


Cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down. This will cancel cruise control. On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC), this also causes the cruise control icon on the multi-information display to go off and the cruise mode icon to come on. To resume the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL icon on the multi- information display will come back on.


When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed.


Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:


Press and hold the RES/ACCEL button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.


Push on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed, then press the SET/ DECEL button.


To increase your speed in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL button. Each time you do this, the vehicle speeds up about 1
mph (1.6 km/h).


You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:


Press and hold the SET/DECEL button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.


To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/DECEL button. Each time you do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).


Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator or ACC indicator on the instrument panel and the CRUISE CONTROL icon on the multi-information display will go out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the SET/DECEL button.


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Canceling Cruise Control


CRUISE (ACC) BUTTON


Even with cruise control on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.


Resting your foot on the brake pedal causes cruise control to cancel.


CANCEL BUTTON


Non-ACC model is shown


You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:


Tap the brake pedal.


Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.


Push the CRUISE (ACC) button.


Cruise Control


Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake pedal, the system remembers the previously set speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press and release the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL (ACC (green)) indicator comes on. The vehicle accelerates to the same speed as before.


Pressing the CRUISE (ACC) button turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed.


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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)


ACC Components Ifequipped Adaptive cruise control (ACC) consists of a radar sensor in the front grille, the ACC buttons on the steering wheel, and the ACC functions of the multi-information display.


MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY


ACC INDICATOR


RES/ACCEL BUTTON


ACC BUTTON


SET/DECEL BUTTON


The radar sensor for ACC is shared with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS). For more information on the radar sensor, see page . For more information on CMBS, see page


362


361


280


DISTANCE BUTTON


CANCEL BUTTON


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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)


Overview Adaptive cruise control (ACC) allows you to maintain a set speed and keep the vehicle ahead of you and your vehicle at a safe distance without having to use the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.


When the vehicle ahead of you slows down or speeds up, ACC senses the change in distance and compensates by accelerating or braking your vehicle to reach the cruising speed you previously set. The distance between vehicles is based on your speed: the faster you go, the longer the distance will be; the slower you go, the shorter it will be.


If the vehicle ahead of you slows down suddenly or another vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle, ACC alerts you by sounding a beeper and displaying a message on the multi- information display. The ACC radar sensor in the front grille can detect and monitor the distance of a vehicle up to 328 feet (100 meters) ahead of your vehicle. For more information on the radar sensor, see page


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Important Safety Precautions As with any system, there are limits to ACC. Inappropriate use of ACC can result in a serious accident. Use the brake pedal whenever necessary, and always keep a safe distance between your vehicle and other vehicles.


Do not use ACC under these conditions:


In poor visibility. In heavy traffic. When you must slow down and speed up repeatedly. On winding roads. When you enter a toll gate, interchange, service area, parking area, etc. In these areas, there is no vehicle ahead of you, but ACC would still try to accelerate to your set speed. In bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) On a slippery road (for example a road covered with ice or snow).


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Operating Characteristics


Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash.


Use ACC only when traveling on open highways in good weather.


Whenthereisnovehicleaheadwithin ACCrange Your vehicle will maintain a set cruising speed.


WhenavehicleaheadiswithinACC rangeandgoingslowerthanyourset speed If the vehicle ahead of you is going slower than your set speed, your vehicle will slow down to the speed of that vehicle. Your vehicle will then follow at a constant distance until the vehicle ahead changes speed again.


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If the vehicle ahead of you slows down abruptly, or if another vehicle cuts in front of you, a beeper sounds and a message appears on the multi- information display to warn you.


In the case, decelerate your vehicle by pressing the brake pedal, and keep an appropriate distance from the vehicle ahead.


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WhenavehicleaheadiswithinACC rangeandgoingatasteadyspeed Your vehicle follows the vehicle ahead of it, keeping a constant distance. ACC will not keep your vehicle at a constant distance if the vehicle ahead of you goes out of range of your set speed.


If the vehicle ahead of you slows down and changes lanes, ACC no longer tracks it. Your vehicle will then return to your set speed.


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Limitations


ACC does not work below 25 mph (40 km/h). It cannot bring your vehicle to a complete stop.


ACC will not sound a beeper or display a message on the multi- information display to warn you of vehicles going slower than 13 mph (20 km/h) or vehicles that are parked. In these cases, it is up to you to maintain a safe distance by using the brake pedal.


ACC may not recognize motorcycles or other small vehicles ahead of your vehicle.


ACC may react to vehicles beside you or even building beside you by momentarily applying the brakes or sounding a beeper under conditions such as a sudden curve or narrowing of the road, an abrupt movement of the steering wheel, or if you are in an unusual position within your lane.


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Using the ACC


SET/DECEL BUTTON


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ACC BUTTON


1.


Push the ACC button on the steering wheel. The ACC indicator on the instrument panel comes on, and ‘‘ACC’’ is shown on the multi- information display.


2.


Accelerate to the desired speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).


3.


Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel.


If you press the SET/DECEL button when the vehicle speed is below 25
mph (40 km/h), you will hear three beeps. This means ACC is not activated, and you cannot set your speed.


When your speed reaches 25 mph (40 km/h), ACC goes into wait mode, and ‘‘ACC STANDBY’’ is shown on the multi-information display.


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U.S.


U.S.


U.S.


SET VEHICLE DISTANCE


CANADA


SET VEHICLE SPEED


INITIAL SPEED UNIT


PREVIOUSLY SET SPEED


CANADA


CANADA


When the speed is set, it is shown along with a vehicle icon and distance bars on the multi- information display. Refer to page change the set distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you.


for how to set and


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If you change the speed unit measurement from the factory default setting, the initial speed unit measurement is shown under the current unit.


If you cancel ACC by pressing the CANCEL button or by tapping the brake pedal, the previously set cruising speed is shown on the multi- information display. To store this speed as your new cruising speed, press and release the RES/ACCEL button.


To change the speed unit measurement from mph to km/h, see page


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Increasing the Set Speed The set speed can be increased using the RES/ACCEL button or the accelerator pedal.


amounts, tap the RES/ACCEL button repeatedly. Each time you do this, your vehicle will speed up about 1 mph (1 km/h).


The ACC beeper will not sound while you press the accelerator pedal, no matter how close you get to the vehicle ahead of you.


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To increase the set speed with the RES/ACCEL button, do this:


RES/ACCEL BUTTON


Press and hold the RES/ACCEL button. The vehicle will accelerate. When you reach the speed you want, release the button.


To increase your speed in small


While the vehicle accelerates to the set speed, the set speed on the multi- information display will flash.


If a vehicle ahead of you is driving at a slower speed than the speed you want to set, your vehicle will not accelerate; it will keep some distance between your vehicles.


To increase the set speed with the accelerator pedal, do this:


Press the accelerator pedal to increase to the speed you want, then press the SET/DECEL button. The set speed will be shown on the multi- information display. If you do not press the SET/DECEL button, your vehicle will return to the previously set speed.


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Each time you do this, your vehicle slows down about 1 mph (1 km/h).


The set cruising speed will be shown on the multi-information display.


On a steep downhill, the vehicle speed may exceed the set cruising speed.


To decrease the set speed with the brake pedal, do this:


Tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle slows down to the speed you want, press the SET/DECEL button. The set speed will be shown on the multi-information display. If you use the brake pedal to decrease speed, and then press the RES/ACCEL button, your vehicle will return to the previously set speed.


Detecting a Vehicle Ahead of You


U.S.


CANADA


When the system detects a vehicle ahead of you, a beeper sounds once and a solid-line vehicle icon appears on the multi-information display.


Decreasing the Set Speed The set speed can be decreased using the SET/DECEL button or the brake pedal.


To decrease the set speed with the SET/DECEL button, do this:


SET/DECEL BUTTON


Press and hold the SET/DECEL button. Release the button when you reach the speed you want.


To slow down in small amounts, tap the SET/DECEL button repeatedly.


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Changing Vehicle Distance


DISTANCE BUTTON


U.S.


CANADA


When that vehicle changes lanes or goes out of ACC range, a beeper sounds once. If there is no vehicle ahead of you within ACC range, a dotted-line vehicle icon will be on the multi-information display. To set the ACC beeper on or off, see page


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With ACC on, the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is controlled and maintained. You can change this distance to one of three ranges: long, middle, or short.


To change the range, press the DISTANCE button. Each time you press the button, the range changes from Long, to Middle, and then to Short.


The higher your vehicle speed is, the longer the distance between the vehicle in front will be set as shown below.


Speed


50 mph


65 mph


(80 Km/h)


(104 Km/h)


Vehicle Distance


Long


Middle


Short


154 feet 47 meters 111 feet 34 meters


85 feet


26 meters


200 feet 61 meters 173 feet 42 meters 101 feet 31 meters


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The distance you select is also shown on the multi-information display.


Canceling the ACC


CANCEL BUTTON


U.S.


LONG RANGE


CANADA


U.S.


MIDDLE RANGE


CANADA


U.S.


SHORT RANGE


CANADA


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ACC is canceled whenever you do any of these actions:


Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.


Tap the brake pedal.


Press the ACC button. The ACC indicator in the instrument panel goes off.


When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake pedal to cancel ACC, the set cruising speed stays in memory. When you turn on ACC again, the speed is shown on the multi-information display. To return to that speed, accelerate to over 25
mph (40 km/h), then press the RES/ ACCEL button.


If you cancel ACC by pressing the ACC button, the previously set cruising speed is erased from memory.


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