2011 Acura TSX Owners Manual

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Halogen Bulbs ..............................................................247 Continued 317 2010/09/10 16:14:02 Index I to L HandsFreeLink® (HFL) .............................................167 Change Language ....................................................178 Help Features ..............................................................168 Information Display .................................................168 Making a Call ..............................................................173 Menus .............................................................................169 Muting a Call...............................................................174 Phone Setup ................................................................171 Phonebook ...................................................................175 Receiving a Call ..........................................................174 Transferring a Call ....................................................174 Sending Numbers or Names During a Call ..............................................................................174 Hazard Warning Button ............................................ 2 Head Restraints ........................................................... 118 Headlights .......................................................................105 Aiming.............................................................................247 Automatic Operation ..............................................106 Dimming .............................................................. 105,107 Operating ......................................................................105 Heaters (Seat) ...............................................................132 Heated Door Mirrors ...............................................110 HFL (HandsFreeLink®) .............................................167 High Beam Indicator .................................................. 69 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ..................165 Identification Numbers ........................................ 306 Engine and Transmission ..................................... 306 Vehicle Identification ............................................. 306 Ignition Switch .............................................................104 Illumination Control ................................................109 Knob.................................................................................109 Immobilizer System .................................................... 98 Indicator ........................................................................... 70 Indicators ........................................................................... 64 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .............................. 66 Charging System ......................................................... 65 CRUISE CONTROL..............................................71,202 CRUISE MAIN .............................................71,201,202 Door and Trunk Open .............................................. 68 EPS (Electric Power Steering System) ............... 68 Fog Light .......................................................................... 70 High Beam ...................................................................... 69 Immobilizer System .................................................... 70 Lights On ......................................................................... 69 Low Fuel ........................................................................... 66 Low Oil Pressure .......................................................... 64 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ......................................... 68 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ................................. 65 Parking Brake and Brake System ........................ 64 Seat Belt Reminder .................................................... 66 Security System ............................................................ 70 Side Airbag Off ..................................................... 46,70 Supplemental Restraint System .......................... 67 Transmission .................................................................. 65 Turn Signal ...................................................................... 69 VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ............................. 67 VSA® OFF ................................................................67,205 Information Buttons ...................................................76 Instant Fuel Economy ............................................... 78 Instrument Panel .......................................................... 63 Brightness Control....................................................109 Interior Lights ...............................................................125 Interior Rearview Mirror ...................................... 114 Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................................... 280 Jump Starting .............................................................. 284 Keyless Lockout Prevention ................................. 92 Key Number Tag ........................................................... 90 Keys ......................................................................................... 89 Lockout Prevention .................................................... 92 Number Tag ................................................................... 90 Remote Transmitter ....................................................91 Rear Doors Won’t Open ......................................... 94 Retractable Master Keys ......................................... 89 Types and Functions .................................................. 89 Valet Key .......................................................................... 90 Won’t turn .......................................................................17 Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...........194 Language (HFL) ...........................................................178 LATCH (Child Seats) ................................................... 53 Lights .........................................................................105,247 Automatic .....................................................................106 318 31TL1620.indb 318 2010/09/10 16:14:03 Bulb Replacement .....................................................247 Daytime Running Lights ........................................107 Fog Lights ......................................................................107 High Beam Indicator Light ..................................... 69 Interior ............................................................................125 Light Switches .............................................................105 Lights On Indicator .................................................... 69 Turn Signals ..................................................................105 Load Limits ......................................................................185 Locking/Unlocking ..................................................... 89 Auto Door Lock/Unlock .......................................... 94 Childproof Door Locks ............................................. 94 From Inside ..................................................................... 93 From Outside ..................................................................91 Keys .................................................................................... 89 Lockout Prevention System ................................... 92 Using a Key ..................................................................... 92 Lockout Prevention System .................................. 92 Low Battery Charge ................................................ 290 Lower Anchors ............................................................... 53 Low Fuel Indicator....................................................... 66 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..........................64,290 Lubricant Specifications Chart .............. 303,305 Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ....................185 Maintenance ..................................................................221 Battery............................................................................ 268 Brake/Clutch Fluid.................................................... 244 Cleaning .........................................................................271 Climate Control ..........................................................270 Coolant .......................................................................... 240 Maintenance Minder™ ............................................225 Oil .....................................................................................235 Precautions .................................................................. 222 Radiator ..........................................................................241 Remote Transmitter .................................................269 Replacing Light Bulbs .............................................247 Safety .............................................................................. 223 Service Items ................................................................226 Tires ..................................................................................259 Transmission Fluid .....................................................242 Under the Hood ........................................................229 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..................... 65,291 Manual Transmission ...............................................199 Map Lights.......................................................................125 Maximum Load Limit ..............................................185 Meters, Gauges ............................................................. 75 Mirrors ................................................................................ 114 Adjusting ....................................................................... 114 Automatic Dimming ................................................ 114 Door ................................................................................. 114 Exterior ........................................................................... 114 Interior Rearview ..................................................... 114 Modifications (and Accessories) .....................219 Moonroof.........................................................................103 MP3 ..............................................................................147,153 Multi-information Display .....................................76 31TL1620.indb 319 Index M to P Numbers (Identification) ..................................... 306 Odometer .......................................................................... 77 Oil (Engine) .................................................................... 234 Adding ............................................................................237 Checking ........................................................................235 Displaying Oil Life .....................................................225 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...........................64,290 Recommended Engine Oil .................................. 234 Viscosity ........................................................................ 234 Opening/Closing Hood ................................................................................231 Moonroof ......................................................................103 Power Windows ........................................................100 Trunk .................................................................................. 95 Outside Temperature Display ............................. 78 Overheating .................................................................. 288 Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ........................................................................ 13,197 Panic Mode ....................................................................... 99 Parking ...............................................................................214 Parking Brake ................................................................210 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator .................................................................64,292 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ........................ 45 Continued 319 2010/09/10 16:14:03 Index R to S Passing Indicators ......................................................105 Power Windows ..........................................................100 Precautions While Driving ..................................193 Rain ...................................................................................193 Pregnant Women ..........................................................31 Puncture (Tire) .............................................................277 Radiator .............................................................................241 Radio (AM/FM) .............................................................143 Radio Data System (RDS) ......................................144 Range .................................................................................... 78 RDS (Radio Data System) ......................................144 Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) .......... 309 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..............................................................................110 Rear Seats (Folding Down) .................................123 Rearview Mirror (Automatic Dimming) .... 114 Refueling ..........................................................................215 Fuel Gauge ................................................................. 8,75 Gasoline .....................................................215,302,304 Low Fuel Indicator ...................................................... 66 Regulations ................................................ 208,262,307 Remote Transmitter ....................................................91 Replacement Battery............................................................................ 268 Bulbs .................................................................................247 Fuses............................................................294,295,296 Tires ..................................................................................277 Wiper Blade Rubber ................................................257 Reporting Safety Defects ................................... 308 Resetting a Trip Meter ............................................. 77 Retractable Master Keys ......................................... 89 Reverse Tilt Mirror .................................................... 115 Safety Check .................................................................... 25 Safety Labels ....................................................................61 Safety Message .............................................................. 20 Seat Belts ............................................................................ 26 Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .......................... 30 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .......................... 28 Checking .......................................................................... 32 Fastening ......................................................................... 29 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ........................................................................ 55 Pregnant Women .........................................................31 Reminder ......................................................................... 27 Warning Indicator .................................................27,66 Seat Heaters ...................................................................132 Seats ..................................................................................... 116 Adjusting ....................................................................... 116 Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support ............................120 Front Seats .................................................................... 116 Rear Seats .....................................................................123 Seat Heaters .................................................................132 Security System ............................................................ 98 Immobilizer System Indicator ............................... 70 Indicator ........................................................................... 70 SEL/RESET Button..........................................................76 Select Lever.....................................................13,195,199 Operation ......................................................13,195,199 Releasing ........................................................................287 Won’t Move .................................................................287 Selecting a Child Seat ............................................... 52 Selector Knob (Audio) ............................................141 Sequential Shift Mode ...........................................197 Setting the Clock .......................................................... 88 Shift Indicator ........................................................65,196 Shifting (Transmission) ................................ 195,199 Shift Lever.............................................................. 195,199 Shoulder Anchor .......................................................... 30 Side Airbag ....................................................................... 40 Cutoff System ............................................................... 42 Off Indicator .................................................................. 42 Side Curtain Airbag .................................................... 43 Snow Tires .......................................................................267 Spare Tire .....................................................277,303,305 Spark Plugs ........................................................... 302,304 Specifications .................................302,303,304,305 Specified Fuel ............................................215,302,304 Speedometer ................................................................... 75 SRS Airbags (Airbags) ............................................... 36 Starting the Engine ..................................................191 Does Not Start ............................................................283 Engine Switch Buzzer .............................................104 Jump Starting ............................................................. 284 Steering Wheel ............................................................ 113 Adjusting ....................................................................... 113 Stopping............................................................................214 Sunglasses Holder ......................................................131 320 31TL1620.indb 320 2010/09/10 16:14:03 Switches (Arround the Steering Wheel) ...2,3 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........... 36 SYNC Mode .....................................................................135 System Message Indicator ..................................... 69 Tachometer ....................................................................... 75 Temperature .................................................................... 78 Gauge ................................................................................... 8 Outside Temperature Display ............................... 78 Temperature Sensor.................................................136 Time (Setting) ................................................................. 88 Tires ......................................................................................259 Air Pressure ............................................. 260,303,305 Checking and Maintaining ..................................259 Inspection......................................................................259 Labeling ......................................................................... 260 Puncture (Flat Tire) ...................................................277 Regulations ...................................................................262 Rotation ..........................................................................266 Spare Tire ..................................................277,303,305 Tire Chains ....................................................................267 Wear Indicators ......................................................... 264 Winter .............................................................................267 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............................................................................. 206 Indicator ................................................................. 68,293 Tools .....................................................................................276 Towing a Trailer ...........................................................187 Equipment and Accessories ................................188 Load Limits ...................................................................187 Towing Your Vehicle ................................................190 Emergency ................................................................... 298 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........................................................................... 206 Transmission ......................................................... 195,199 Automatic .....................................................................195 Fluid ........................................................................242,243 Manual ............................................................................199 Number ......................................................................... 306 Sequential Shift Mode ...........................................197 Shift Position Indicator ...................................13,196 Trip Meter .......................................................................... 77 Trip/Reset Switch .......................................................... 77 Troubleshooting .........................................................275 Blown Fuse ..............................................294,295,296 Brake Pedal Vibrates...................................................17 Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ...............18 Emergency Towing ................................................. 298 Engine Won’t Start ..................................................283 Noise When Braking ..................................................18 Overheating ................................................................ 288 Premium Gasoline ................................215,302,304 Puncture/Flat Tire......................................................277 Rear Door Won’t Open .....................................17,94 Select Lever Won’t Move .....................................287 Warning Indicators..................................................... 64 Trunk ...................................................................................... 95 Lid ........................................................................................ 96 Main Switch ................................................................... 97 Unable to Open ........................................................ 300 31TL1620.indb 321 Index T to W Trunk Light Bulb ............................................. 302,304 Turn signals .....................................................................105 Indicators (Instrument Panel) ............................... 69 Unlocking the Doors ..................................................91 USB Adapter ........................................................ 138,139 USB Device .......................................................................164 Valet Key ............................................................................. 90 Vanity Mirrors .................................................................... 5 Vehicle Identification Numbers ..................... 306 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) ......................... 204 Off Indicator .................................................................. 67 Off Switch .....................................................................205 System Indicator .......................................................... 67 Ventilation ......................................................................133 Viscosity (Oil) ............................................234,303,305 VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ......................... 204 Warning and Information Message .............. 72 Warning Indicator On/Blinking ...................... 290 Warning Labels ...............................................................61 Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ....................................................................311 Watts ........................................................................ 302,304 Continued 321 2010/09/10 16:14:03 Index Wear Indicators (Tire) .......................................... 264 Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ................ 280 Windows (Opening and Closing) ...................100 Window Washers .......................................................108 Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................................ 246 Switch ..............................................................................108 Windshield ......................................................................108 Cleaning .........................................................................274 Defrosting/Defogging ............................................134 Wipers and Washers ...............................................108 Washer Fluid ............................................................... 246 Wiper Blades ...............................................................257 Winter Tires ....................................................................267 Snow Tires ....................................................................267 Tire Chains ....................................................................267 Wipers and Washers ................................................108 Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades .........257 WMA ...........................................................................147,153 Worn Tires ......................................................................259 XM® Radio .......................................................................145 322 31TL1620.indb 322 2010/09/10 16:14:03 31TL1620.indb 323 323 2010/09/10 16:14:03 2011 TSX Owner’s Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-TL1- 6200 This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. Safe Driving P. 21 For Safe Driving P. 22 Seat Belts P. 26 Airbags P. 33 Child Safety P. 48 This owner’s manual covers all models of the TSX. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. Instrument Panel P. 63 Indicators P. 64 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 75 Controls P. 87 Setting the Clock P. 88 Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 103 Adjusting the Seats P. 116 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 89 Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 95 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 104 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 125 Features P. 137 Audio System P. 138 General Information on the Audio System P. 161 Audio System Basic Operation P. 141 Audio Error Messages P. 158 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 165 Driving P. 181 Before Driving P. 182 Refueling P. 215 Maintenance P. 221 Towing a Trailer P. 187 Fuel Economy P. 218 When Driving P. 191 Accessories and Modifications P. 219 Before Performing Maintenance P. 222 Maintenance Minder™ P. 225 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 257 Climate Control System Maintenance P. 270 Maintenance Under the Hood P. 229 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 259 Cleaning P. 271 Handling the Unexpected P. 275 Tools P. 276 Overheating P. 288 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 299 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 277 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 290 Information P. 301 Specifications P. 302 Emissions Testing P. 309 Identification Numbers P. 306 Warranty Coverages P. 311 Engine Does Not Start P. 283 Fuses P. 294 When you Cannot Open the Trunk P. 300 Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 307 Authorized Manuals P. 313 31TL1620.indb 2 2010/09/10 16:12:26 Child Safety P. 48 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 60 Safety Labels P. 61 Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 95 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 104 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 125 Security System P. 98 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 100 Adjusting the Mirror P. 114 Climate Control System P. 133 Audio Error Messages P. 158 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 165 Audio Remote Controls P. 160 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 167 Compass P. 179 When Driving P. 191 Accessories and Modifications P. 219 Braking P. 210 Parking Your Vehicle P. 214 Contents Quick Reference Guide P. 2 Safe Driving P. 21 Instrument Panel P. 63 Controls P. 87 Features P. 137 Driving P. 181 Maintenance P. 221 Maintenance Under the Hood P. 229 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 259 Cleaning P. 271 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 247 Battery P. 268 Remote Transmitter Care P. 269 Handling the Unexpected P. 275 Engine Does Not Start P. 283 Fuses P. 294 When you Cannot Open the Trunk P. 300 Jump Starting P. 284 Emergency Towing P. 298 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 287 Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 307 Authorized Manuals P. 313 Reporting Safety Defects P. 308 Client Service Information P. 314 Information P. 301 Index P. 315 31TL1620.indb 1 2010/09/10 16:12:26 Visual Index System Indicators Gauges Multi-Information Display P.64 P.75 P.76 Navigation System* See Navigation System Manual Audio System P.138 Hazard Warning Button Climate Control System Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror Button P.133 P.110 P.132 Seat Heater Switches Ignition Switch P.104 Steering Wheel Adjustments (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) P.113 31TL1620.indb 2 System OFF) Button P.205 2010/09/10 16:12:28 P.107 P.105 Headlights/Turn Signals Fog Lights Paddle Shifter (Shift down)* Remote Audio Control Buttons Paddle Shifter (Shift up)* P.197, 198 P.160 P.197, 198 Wipers/Washers P.108 Cruise Control Buttons P.201 SEL/RESET Button Horn P.76 (Information) Button P.76 Navigation System Voice Control Buttons* Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons See Navigation System Manual P.167 31TL1620.indb 3 2010/09/10 16:12:28 * Not available on all models Visual Index Driving Position Memory System Buttons* P.111 Door Mirror Controls P.114 Rearview Mirror P.114 Driver's Front Airbag P.36 Passenger's Front Airbag P.36 Parking Brake Glove Box P.126 P.210 P.295 P.231 Driver Side Fuse Box Hood Release Handle Driver’s Pocket Trunk Release Power Door Lock Master Switch (Unlocking Fuel Fill Door) Power Window Switches P.100 P.95 P.93 31TL1620.indb 4 Passenger Side Fuse Box P.296 Accessory Power Socket P.129 Shift Lever Automatic Transmission P.194 Manual Transmission P.199 2010/09/10 16:12:29 Seat Belt Installing a Child Seat Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat Side Curtain Airbags Coat Hook Grab Handle Seat Belts P.130 P.26 P.43 P.55 P.57 Sunglasses Holder HomeLink® Button Moonroof Switch Spotlights P.125 P.131 P.165 P.103 Sun Visors Vanity Mirrors Center Pocket* Auxiliary Input Jack USB Adapter Cable Accessory Power Socket P.140 P.139 P.129 Front Seat P.116 Side Airbags P.40 * Not available on all models P.53 P.123 Rear Seat LATCH to Secure a Child Seat Ceiling Light P.125 31TL1620.indb 5 2010/09/10 16:12:30 Visual Index Maintenance Under the Hood Windshield Wipers P.108, 257 P.229 Door Mirrors Side Turn Signal Lights P.114 P.105, 253 Door Lock/Unlock Control P.91 P.105, 247 Headlights Front Turn Signal/Parking/ Side Marker Lights Tires Fog Lights P.259, 277 P.107, 251 P.105, 252 How to Refuel High-Mount Brake Light P.216 P.256 Opening/Closing the Trunk Trunk Release Switch P.96 Emergency Trunk Release Lever P.95 P.97 Rearview Camera* See Navigation System Manual Back-Up Lights Brake/Taillights P.253 Rear Turn Signal Lights Rear Side Marker Lights P.254 P.253 P.253 2010/09/10 16:12:30 31TL1620.indb 6 Safe Driving P.21 Airbags Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate to severe collision. P.33 Child Safety All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat. Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat. Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat. P.48 Exhaust Gas Hazard Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate. P.60 P.26 Seat Belts Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat. Check that your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly. Before Driving Checklist Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted. P.182 Fasten your lap belt as low as possible. 31TL1620.indb 7 2010/09/10 16:12:31 Instrument Panel Gauges Multi-Information Display System Indicators P.75 P.64 P.76 P.63 Lights Reminders Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator System Indicators System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator VSA® OFF Indicator Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator 31TL1620.indb 8 Fog Light Indicator Temperature Gauge Multi-Information Display Tachometer Speedometer Fuel Gauge Gear Position Indicator* Shift Lever Position Indicator* Security System Alarm Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Immobilizer System Indicator Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator U. S. Canada U. S. Side Airbag Off Indicator Canada Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Door and Trunk Open Indicator Cruise Main Indicator Cruise Control Indicator System Message Indicator 2010/09/10 16:12:33 Controls P.87 Turn Signals P.105 Lights P.105 Wipers and Washers P.108 Turn Signal Control Lever Light Control Switches Wiper/Washer Control Lever Right Left High Beam Low Beam Flashing Adjustment Ring : Low speed : High speed Pull toward you to spray washer fluid. MIST OFF INT LO HI 31TL1620.indb 9 2010/09/10 16:12:34 * Not available on all models Steering Wheel To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place. P.113 P.114 Door Mirrors With the ignition switch in ON the selector switch to L or R. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to adjust the mirror. , move Selector Switch P.100 , open Power Windows With the ignition switch in ON and close the power windows. If the main switch is in the OFF position, each passenger's window can be opened and closed with its own switch. If the main switch is in the ON position (indicator is on), each passenger's window switch is disabled. Trunk P.95 Adjustment Switch Place the selector switch in the R position to use the reverse tilt door mirror feature. Indicator Main Switch Window Switch Trunk Release Push the trunk release on the driver's door, or on the remote transmitter. With the doors unlocked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk lid to open it. 10 31TL1620.indb 10 2010/09/10 16:12:35 Climate Control System Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system. Press the Press the button to turn the system on or off. button to defrost the windshield. P.133 On models with navigation system The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details. Clock Models without navigation system P.88 Press the CLOCK button until the displayed time begins flashing. Press Preset 4 (Hour) or 5 (Minute) to set the time. Press Preset 6 (Reset) to set the time to the nearest hour. Press the CLOCK button again to set the time. SYNC (Synchronized) Button AUTO Button Driver's Side Temperature Control Switch (ON/OFF) Button (Recirculation) Button (Fan Control) Bar (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror) Button (Windshield Defroster) Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button Passenger's Side Temperature Control Switch Models with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. MODE Control Button Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents. Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and dashboard vents, and back of the center console*. Air flows from dashboard vents and back of the center console*. 31TL1620.indb 11 2010/09/10 16:12:37 * Not available on all models 11 Features Audio System* P.137 P.141 Audio Display (XM®) Button AM Button FM Button TITLE Button SCAN Button CATEGORY Bar RETURN Button 12 31TL1620.indb 12 VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob CD Button AUX Button CD Slot (CD Eject) Button Preset Buttons SKIP Bar A.SEL (Auto Select) Button MENU Button Selector Knob Audio Remote Controls P.160 VOL Button MODE Button CH Button VOL (volume) Button Press down. to adjust the volume up/ MODE Button Press and release to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/XM1/XM2/CD/AUX. CH (channel) Button Radio: Press and release to change the preset station. Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station. CD/USB device: Press and release to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song. Press and hold to change a folder. 2010/09/10 16:12:38 P.181 Driving Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission P.199 P.195 Shift to P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. Paddle Shifters P.197 Shifting P Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Release Button Shift Lever R Reverse N Neutral D Drive Transmission is not locked. Normal driving. D-paddle shift mode can be used. Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual transmission (1st through 5th). This is useful for engine braking. Gear Position Indicator Selected Gear Number M Indicator Shift Down - Paddle Shifter Shift Up + Paddle Shifter D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle is cruising. Sequential shift mode: Holds the selected gear, and the M indicator comes on. S S Position Sequential shift mode can be used. Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of P . Press the release button to move the shift lever. Move the shift lever without pressing the release button. Ignition Switch * Not available on all models 13 31TL1620.indb 13 2010/09/10 16:12:39 Q P.205 VSA® OFF Button The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold the button until you hear a beep. P.201 Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. To use cruise control, press the CRUISE button, then press DECEL/SET when the vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h). Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) TPMS monitors tire pressure. TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine. P.206 Refueling Fuel recommendation: 4-cylinder models P.215 Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher recommended 6-cylinder models Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher required Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L) Unlock the driver's door. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to make it pop up slightly. Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to remove the cap. Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door. After refueling, screw the cap back on until it clicks at least once. 14 31TL1620.indb 14 2010/09/10 16:12:39 P.221 Maintenance Under the Hood Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary. Check brake fluid and clutch fluid. Check the battery regularly. P.229 Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard. Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the hood. When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place. Wiper Blades Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. P.257 P.259 Tires Inspect tires and wheels regularly. Check tire pressures regularly. Install snow tires for winter driving. Lights Inspect all lights regularly. P.247 15 31TL1620.indb 15 2010/09/10 16:12:40 Handling the Unexpected Flat Tire Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in the trunk. Engine Won't Start P.283 If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. P.277 P.275 Overheating Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down. P.288 Indicators Come On P.290 Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Blown Fuse Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate. P.294 Emergency Towing P.298 Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle. 16 31TL1620.indb 16 2010/09/10 16:12:41 What to Do If The ignition switch does not turn from . Why? to The ignition switch does and I not turn from cannot remove the key. Why? to • The steering wheel may be locked. • Try to turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key. The shift lever should be moved to P . Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes? This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never pump the brake pedal. The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle. Why? Check if the childproof lock is in the LOCK position. If so, open the rear door with the outside door handle. To cancel this function, push the lever to the UNLOCK position. Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter? If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security. 17 31TL1620.indb 17 2010/09/10 16:12:42 Q 18 31TL1620.indb 18 Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's door? The beeper sounds when: • • The key is left in the ignition switch. The exterior lights are left on. Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? Why do I hear a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal? Is it possible to use unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 87 or higher on this vehicle? The beeper sounds when: • Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts. The parking brake lever is not fully released. • The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is not available, you can temporarily use the gasoline with a PON of 87 or higher. This will result in decreased engine performance, and can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine. 4-cylinder models Unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is recommended. 6-cylinder models Unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is required. The long-term use of a lower PON gasoline can lead to engine damage. 2010/09/10 16:12:42 Information preceded by a symbol is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner. Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate/ 19 31TL1620.indb 19 2010/09/10 16:12:42 Q A Few Words About Safety You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement. ● ● ● ● ● - on the vehicle. - preceded by a safety alert symbol Safety Labels Safety Messages and one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean: You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions. - such as Important Safety Precautions. Safety Headings Safety Section Instructions - such as Safe Driving. - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully. 20 31TL1620.indb 20 2010/09/10 16:12:42 Safe Driving You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual. For Safe Driving Important Safety Precautions ............... 22 Your Vehicle's Safety Features .............. 24 Side Curtain Airbags ............................ 43 Airbag System Indicators ...................... 44 Airbag Care ......................................... 47 Seat Belts Child Safety About Your Seat Belts .......................... 26 Fastening a Seat Belt ............................ 29 Seat Belt Inspection ............................. 32 Protecting Child Passengers ................. 48 Safety of Infants and Small Children..... 50 Safety of Larger Children ..................... 58 Airbags Airbag System Components ................. 33 Types of Airbags .................................. 36 Front Airbags (SRS) .............................. 36 Side Airbags ......................................... 40 Exhaust Gas Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas ......................... 60 Safety Labels Label Locations .....................................61 21 31TL1620.indb 21 2010/09/10 16:12:42 For Safe Driving The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to use them properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the most important. Important Safety Precautions Always wear your seat belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly. Restrain all children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat. Be aware of airbag hazards While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Don't drink and drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either. 22 31TL1620.indb 22 Important Safety Precautions Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the driver while driving. 2010/09/10 16:12:43 For Safe Driving Important Safety Precautions

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