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Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

Door and Trunk Open Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator * CRUISE MAIN Indicator * CRUISE CONTROL Indicator *

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Controls (P 105) Clock (P 106)

Models without navigation system

ENGINE START/STOP Button* (P 132)

Lights (P 136)

Light Control Switches

2 Setting the Clock (P 106)

a Enter the Clock Adjustment screen. b Rotate c Rotate

to change minute, then

to change hour, then

press

press

Models with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.

Left

High Beam

Low Beam

Flashing

Wipers and Washers (P 140)

Turn Signals (P 136)

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Adjustment Ring

: Long Delay : Short Delay

Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.

MIST OFF INT: Low speed with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe

* Not available on all models

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Power Windows (P 127) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w *1, open

and close the power windows.

● If the power window lock button is in the

off position, each passenger's window can be opened and closed with its own switch.

● If the power window lock button is in the

on position (indicator is on), each passenger's window switch is disabled.

Power Window Lock Button

Indicator

Window Switch

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Steering Wheel (P 145) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever

towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place.

Trunk (P 120)

Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside (P 116) ● Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it at the same time.

Trunk Release

● To unlock and open the trunk: • Pull the trunk release. • Press the trunk release button on the remote

transmitter or the smart entry remote.

• Press the trunk release button * on the

trunk lid.

Power Door Mirrors (P 147) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w *1, move

the selector switch to L or R.

● Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.

Selector Switch

● Unlocking and opening the driver’s door

from the inner handle unlocks all the other doors.

*1:

Models

with the smart

entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

Adjustment Switch

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Heating and Cooling System* (P 166) ● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed and airflow. ● Press the Mode buttons ( ● Rotate the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature. ● Use the ● Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to turn the system off. ● Press the

button for maximum cool setting.

button to defrost the windshield.

) to select the vents air flows from.

Button Button

Fan Control Dial

Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

(Recirculation) Button

(Rear Window Defogger/

Heated Mirror) Button

Button Button

(Windshield

Defroster) Button

Temperature Control Dial

Air flows from dashboard vents. Air flows from floor and dashboard vents. Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.

* Not available on all models

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Climate Control System* (P 169) ● 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.

Models with navigation system The climate control system is voice operable. (P 245)

AUTO Button

Driver’s Side Temperature Control Buttons

(On/Off) Button

SYNC (Synchronized) Button

MODE Control Button

(Fan Control) Buttons

Air flows from dashboard vents and back of the center console *. Air flows from floor and dashboard vents, and back of the center console *. Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.

* Not available on all models

(Windshield Defroster) Button

Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Buttons

(Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror*)

Button

(Recirculation) Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

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Features (P 173) Audio Remote Controls (P 179)

(+ / (- /

Button

Audio System (P 180) (P 180)

Models with one display

(P 203) (P 236)

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SOURCE Button

● (+ / (- Button

Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down.

● SOURCE Button

Press and release to change the audio mode: FM/AM/CD/XM® Bluetooth/Pandora®

*/AhaTM*/AUX.

*/HDD */USB/iPod®/

●

Button

Radio:Press and release to change the

preset station. Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station.

CD/HDD */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.

Audio/Information Screen

CD Button

FM/AM Button

Button

DISP Button

(Skip/Seek)

Button VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob BACK Button

CD Slot AUX Button PHONE Button

(CD Eject)

Button SETTINGS Button

(Skip/Seek)

Button

MENU Button Selector Knob

Preset Buttons (1-6)

* Not available on all models

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Models with two displays

(P 203)

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Audio/Information Screen

Audio with Touch Screen

Button

Source*1

(Tune Down) Icon*1

(Volume/Power)

VOL/ Knob

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

Presets*1

*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.

* Not available on all models

Phone*1

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

Clock/Screen*1

DISP Button

(Tune Up) Icon*1

Selector Knob

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

BACK Button

More*1

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Models with navigation system

(P 236)

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Audio/Information Screen

Audio with Touch Screen

(Power) Button

(Tune Down) Icon*1

VOL (Volume) Knob

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

Presets*1

PHONE Button

NAV Button BACK Button

Button

Source*1

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

(Tune Up) Icon*1

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

More*1

INFO Button

AUDIO Button MENU Button SETTINGS Button

*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.

Interface Dial/ENTER Button

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Driving (P 417) Manual Transmission (P 443) Automatic Transmission (CVT) (P 435) (P 437) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting

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.

Models without paddle shifter

Models with paddle shifter

Shift Lever

Release Button

7-Speed Manual Shift Mode (P 439) ● Allows you to manually shift the transmission up or down without removing your hands from the steering wheel.

When the shift lever is in (S ● Pulling a paddle shifter changes the mode from automatic transmission (CVT) to 7-speed manual shift mode.

● The M indicator and the

M Indicator

Shift Indicator

Shift Down (- Paddle Shifter

Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter

selected speed number are displayed in the shift indicator.

When the shift lever is in (D ● Pulling a paddle shifter

temporarily changes the mode from automatic transmission (CVT) to 7-speed manual shift mode. The selected speed number is displayed in the shift indicator.

Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Reverse Used when reversing. Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive ● Normal driving. ● On models with paddle

shifter, 7-speed mode can be used temporarily.

Drive (S) ● Better acceleration. ● Increased engine braking. ● Going up or down hills. ● On models with paddle shifter, 7-speed manual shift mode can be used.

Low * ● Further Increased engine

braking.

● Going up or down hills.

* Not available on all models

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Automatic Transmission (P 441) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting

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gears between 1st and 5th (5th gear is used only in at high speed).

● Used when towing a trailer

in hilly terrain.

● Used to increase engine

braking.

Shift Lever

Release Button

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.

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VSA® OFF Button (P 466) ● 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. Cruise Control (P 447) ● 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 the –/SET button once you have achieved the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h).

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P 469) ● Detects a change in tire conditions and

overall dimensions due to decrease in tire pressures.

● TPMS is turned on automatically every

time you start the engine.

● A calibration procedure must be

performed when certain conditions arise.

Refueling (P 480) Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or

Fuel tank capacity: 17.2 US gal (65 L)

higher required

a Push the fuel fill door

release handle.

b Turn the fuel fill cap

slowly to remove the cap.

c Place the cap in the

holder on the fuel fill door.

d After refueling, screw

the cap back on until it clicks at least once.

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Maintenance (P 485) Under the Hood (P 497) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer

fluid. Add when necessary.

● Check brake fluid and clutch* fluid. ● Check the battery regularly.

a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the

dashboard.

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Wiper Blades (P 523) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks

across the windshield.

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b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up

the hood.

Tires (P 525) ● Inspect tires and wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter

driving.

Lights (P 513) ● Inspect all lights regularly.

c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly

locked in place.

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Handling the Unexpected (P 543) Engine Won't Start Flat Tire (P 545) ● Park in a safe location and replace the (P 551) ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a

flat tire with the compact spare tire in the trunk.

booster battery.

Overheating (P 558) ● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.

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Indicators Come On (P 560) ● Identify the indicator and consult the

owner's manual.

Blown Fuse (P 564) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical

device does not operate.

Emergency Towing (P 567) ● Call a professional towing service if you

need to tow your vehicle.

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What to Do If

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The ignition switch does not turn from (0 to (q *1. Why?

The ignition switch does not turn from (q to (0 *1 and I cannot remove the key. Why?

● The steering wheel may be locked. ● Try to turn the steering wheel left and right

while turning the ignition key *.

● Move the steering wheel left and right while pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button* at the same time.

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.

*1:

Models

with the smart

entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

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If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security.

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Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter?

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 power mode* is in ACCESSORY. ● The exterior lights are left on.

Why does the beeper sound when I start driving?

The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts. ● The parking brake lever is not fully released.

Why do I hear a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal?

The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

* Not available on all models

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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 an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator

and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

The 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/

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

NOTICE

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A Few Words About Safety

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.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:

● Safety Labels - on the vehicle. ● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol 3 and one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean:

3DANGER

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions.

3WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

you don't follow instructions.

3CAUTION

You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions.

● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions. ● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving. ● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully.

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You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.

Safe Driving

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For Safe Driving

Important Safety Precautions ............. 28
Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 30

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts........................ 32
Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 35
Seat Belt Inspection............................ 38

Airbags

Airbag System Components............... 39
Types of Airbags ................................ 42
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 42
Side Airbags....................................... 46

Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 48
Airbag System Indicators.................... 49
Airbag Care ....................................... 51

Child Safety

Protecting Child Passengers ............... 52
Safety of Infants and Small Children .......54
Safety of Larger Children ................... 62

Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 64

Safety Labels

Label Locations .................................. 65

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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.

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1Important Safety Precautions

Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the driver while driving.

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uuFor Safe DrivinguImportant Safety Precautions

■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert some attention away from driving.

■ Control your speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted.

■ Keep your vehicle in safe condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.

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uuFor Safe DrivinguYour Vehicle's Safety Features

Your Vehicle's Safety Features

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Safety Cage Crush Zones Seats and Seat-Backs Head Restraints Collapsible Steering Column Seat Belts Front Airbags Side Airbags Side Curtain Airbags Door Locks Seat Belt Tensioners

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The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers.

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1Your Vehicle's Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to help protect you and your passengers during a crash.

Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a sufficient crash.

However, you and your passengers cannot take full advantage of these features unless you remain seated in the correct position and always wear your seat belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly.

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■ Safety CheckList For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive. • After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked. Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 116

• Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a crash.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 148

• Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.

2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 151

• Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any

passengers are properly belted as well.

2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 35

• Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child's age, height

and weight.

2 Child Safety P. 52

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1Safety CheckList

If the door and trunk open indicator is on, a door and/or the trunk is not completely closed. Close all doors and the trunk tightly until the indicator goes off.

2 Door and Trunk Open Indicator P. 74

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Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device because they keep you connected to the vehicle so that you can take advantage of many built-in safety features. They also help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle, against other passengers, or out of the vehicle. When worn properly, seat belts also keep your body properly positioned in a crash so that you can take full advantage of the additional protection provided by the airbags.

In addition, seat belts help protect you in almost every type of crash, including: - frontal impacts - side impacts - rear impacts - rollovers

■ Lap/shoulder seat belts All five seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts with emergency locking retractors. In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop the retractor locks to restrain your body. The rear seat belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats.

2 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt P. 59

1About Your Seat Belts

3WARNING

Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

Seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury.

Most states and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts.

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■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for proper use: • All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that position

for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

• Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or

behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.

• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very

seriously injured in a crash.

• Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

uuSeat BeltsuAbout Your Seat Belts

1About Your Seat Belts

If a rear seat passenger moves around and extends the seat belt, the lockable retractor may activate. If this happens, release the retractor by unfastening the seat belt and allow the belt to retract completely. Then refasten the belt.

■ Seat Belt Reminder

1Seat Belt Reminder

The indicator will also come on if a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt within 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to ON (w *1. When no one is sitting in the front passenger's seat, or a child or small adult is riding there, the indicator will not come on. This is because the weight sensors in the seat cannot detect their presence.

Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use. If the ignition switch is turned to ON (w *1 before the driver's seat belt is fastened, a beeper will sound and the indicator will blink. If the driver does not fasten the belt before the beeper stops, the indicator will remain on.

The beeper will also periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until the driver's and front passenger’s seat belts are fastened.

*1:

Models

with the smart

entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

* Not available on all models

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uuSeat BeltsuAbout Your Seat Belts

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■ Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance safety.

The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a moderate-to- severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags.

1Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

The seat belt tensioners can only operate once. If a tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator will come on. Have a dealer replace the tensioner and thoroughly inspect the seat belt system as it may not offer protection in a subsequent crash.

During a moderate-to-severe side impact, the tensioner on that side of the vehicle also activates.

*1:

Models

with the smart

entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

* Not available on all models

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Fastening a Seat Belt After adjusting a front seat to the proper position, and while sitting upright and well back in the seat:

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 148

Pull out slowly.

1. Pull the seat belt out slowly.

Correct Seated Posture.

uuSeat BeltsuFastening a Seat Belt

1Fastening a Seat Belt

No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that does not appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as soon as possible.

Never insert any foreign objects into the buckle or