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Protecting Infants and Small Children

In any of these situations, we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat.

Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death during a collision.

Always place a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, not the front.

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Protecting Small Children

ChildSeatType A child who is at least one year old, and who fits within the child seat maker’s weight and height limits, should be restrained in a forward- facing, upright child seat.

Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five- point harness system as shown.

We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat.

ChildSeatPlacement We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front.

If the vehicle seat is too

Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger’sairbagcanbe hazardous. far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries.

Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag off (see page place for a small child.

), a back seat is the safest

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Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat

If it is necessary to put a forward- facing child seat in the front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child is properly strapped in the seat.

Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need to choose either a conventional child seat, or one designed for use with the lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH) system.

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward- facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.

Conventional child seats must be secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, whereas LATCH-compatible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the two outer seating positions in the back seat.

Since LATCH-compatible child seats are easier to install and reduce the possibility of improper installation, we recommend selecting this style.

In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- compatible child seat can be installed using a seat belt.

Whatever type of seat you choose, to provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements:

1.

ThechildseatshouldmeetU.S.or CanadianMotorVehicleSafety Look for FMVSS Standard213. 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

2.

Thechildseatshouldbeofthe propertypeandsizetofitthechild. Rear-facing for infants, forward- facing for small children.

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3.

Thechildseatshouldfitthe vehicleseatingposition(or positions)whereitwillbeused.

Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used.

Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there are three main steps in installing the seat:

1.

Properlysecurethechildseatto All child seats must be thevehicle. secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) system. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash.

2.

After installing a child

Makesurethechildseatisfirmly secured. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side

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movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat’s effectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, try installing it in a different seating position, or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured.

3.

Securethechildinthechildseat. Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker’s instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat. A forward-facing child seat is used in all examples, but the instructions are the same for rear- facing child seats.

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Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the outer rear seats.

The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.

The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point.

Installing a Child Seat

BUTTONS

LOWER ANCHORS

Rigid type

To install a LATCH-compatible child seat:

1.

2.

Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors.

Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors.

3.

Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker’s instructions.

Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above.

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TETHER STRAP HOOK

6.

Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor, then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker.

7.

Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

Flexible type

Other LATCH-compatible seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above.

4.

Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker’s instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit.

ANCHOR

5.

Adjust the head restraint to its lowest position. Route the tether strap over the head restraint, making sure the strap is not twisted.

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Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat.

1.

With the child seat in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker’s instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle.

Installing a Child Seat

2.

3.

To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor.

After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked, and you will need to repeat these steps.

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To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.

5.

Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps.

4.

After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure.

To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt.

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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS

UsinganAnchor

Front

Front

Installing a Child Seat

TETHER STRAP HOOK

TETHER STRAP HOOK

ANCHOR

ANCHOR

ANCHOR

COVER A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat, using one of the anchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.

Outer position 1. After properly securing the child seat (see page head restraint to its lowest position, then route the tether strap over the head restraint.

), adjust the

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2.

Lift the anchor cover, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted.

Center position 3. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.

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Protecting Larger Children

When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who must sit in front.

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in front can result in injury or death if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly.

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Checking Seat Belt Fit

To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself:

1.

Does the child sit all the way back against the seat?

2.

Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat?

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Does the shoulder belt cross between the child’s neck and arm?

4.

Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs?

5.

Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat.

Using a Booster Seat

A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster.

Protecting Larger Children

Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend to drive.

Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards (see page 39
seat maker’s instructions.

) and that you follow the booster

If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly.

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A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle’s or booster’s seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster seat.

When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in the back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the airbag, or out of position.

A side airbag also poses risks. If any part of a larger child’s body is in the path of a deploying side airbag, the child could receive possibly serious injuries.

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Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in front, there are other important factors you should consider.

PhysicalSize Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit (see pages ). If 46
the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster seat, the child should not sit in front.

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Maturity To safely ride in front, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride.

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If you decide that a child can safely ride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.

Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt is properly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly.

Additional Safety Precautions

Donotletachildwearaseatbelt This could result acrosstheneck. in serious neck injuries during a crash.

This could

Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindtheback orunderthearm. cause very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.

Twochildrenshouldneverusethe sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash.

If they do, they

Protecting Larger Children

Devices intended to

Donotputanyaccessoriesona seatbelt. improve a child’s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage.

With the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Select the fresh air mode. Select the Turn the fan on high speed. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

mode.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Your vehicle’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page.

Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.

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SUN VISOR U.S.models

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.

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Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. All the essential controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Indicators Gauges

........................... ............................ .......... ............................................. .............. ..................................... ...................................

Display Change Button Odometer Trip Meter Outside Temperature

. 54
. 55
. 57
. 65
. 66
. 66
. 66

Indicator Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Check Fuel Cap Message Maintenance Minder

................................... .................................. ................... .......... ..................

. 67
. 68
. 68
. 68
. 69

Controls Near the Steering

Wheel

........................................... . 70
Windshield Wipers and Washers . 71
. 72
Turn Signals and Headlights ......... . 73
Fog Lights ........................................ . 74
Instrument Panel Brightness ........ ................. Hazard Warning Button . 75
. 75
Rear Window Defogger ................. . 76
Steering Wheel Adjustments ........ . 77
Keys and Locks ............................... . 78
Immobilizer System ........................ ................................ Ignition Switch . 79

Door Locks

Emergency Trunk Opener

Remote Transmitter Trunk

Seats Seat Heaters Power Windows Moonroof Mirrors Parking Brake Interior Convenience Items

. 80
...................................... Power Door Locks ...................... . 81
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 82
. 87
....................... . 91
................................................ ........ . 92
. 93
................................................. . 101
.................................. . 102
............................ . 104
....................................... ........................................... . 106
. 107
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......... . 109
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. 110
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............................ ................................... . 112
. 113
............................... . 113
.............................. . 113
................................... .......................... . 114

Beverage Holders Console Compartment Glove Box Coat Hook Accessory Power Sockets Vanity Mirror Sun Visor

Interior Lights Ceiling Light Spotlights Courtesy Light

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(P.75)

MOONROOF SWITCH ＊

(P.104)

Control Locations

INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.55, 56) INDICATORS GAUGES

(P.65)

MIRROR CONTROLS ＊ (P.106)

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH ＊ (P.81)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES ＊ (P.102)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.266)

FUEL FILL DOOR/ TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.265, 91)

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SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.101)

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.110) USB ADAPTER CABLE ＊ (P.142, 152, 195, 206)

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CLOCK (P.222)

AUDIO SYSTEM ＊ (P.121)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.116)

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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

＊

(P.64)

VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62)

＊

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.63)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.63)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.58)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.58)

(P.63)

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.62) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

(P.57, 361)

(P.59)

＊

＊

Instrument Panel

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.64)

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.61)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.58, 363)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.59)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR

(P.57)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.63) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.63)

(P.61) ＊

: If equipped

(P.57, 361)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.57, 362) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

(P.60, 303)

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR

＊

(P.62)

LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR

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Si

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.64)

REV LIMIT INDICATOR

(P.61)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.63) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.63)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.58) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) (P.63) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR

(P.63)

＊

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR ＊ (P.62)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.58)

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR

(P.62)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.64)

LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.61)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.58, 363) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.59)

(P.60)

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.57, 361) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.57, 361)

＊

: If equipped

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.57, 362)

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.59)

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

(P.60, 303)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.62)

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(P.57)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.63) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.63) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR

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If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page

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The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

Charging System Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page 361

Malfunction Indicator Lamp 362

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, passenger’s side airbag cutoff system, side curtain airbags, automatic seat belt tensioners, driver’s seat position sensor, or the front passenger’s weight sensors. 28
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Canada

Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. For more information, see page

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Instrument Panel Indicators

U.S.

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This indicator has two functions:

1.

2.

It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

If it stays on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page

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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS. If this happens, have your vehicle checked at a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. For more information, see page

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Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will then go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key. If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine’s fuel system will be disabled (see page

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).

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages ). and Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

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When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.

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If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed, you may feel slightly harder steering due to overheating of the steering gearbox.

Continuously driving under those conditions could damage the power steering system.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

SiandCanadianDX-Gwithmanual transmissionmodels This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place, and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will not turn off immediately. If it does not go off after driving a short distance, or comes back on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on, the EPS may be off, making the vehicle harder to steer.

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Maintenance Minder Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page 303
maintenance minder.

for more information on the

This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.

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Low Tire Pressure Indicator

U.S.modelsonly This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.

If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost the pressure, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the compact spare (see page ), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page information, see page

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator

U.S.modelsonly This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Rev Limit Indicator

REV LIMIT INDICATOR

Simodelonly This indicator shows you when the engine speed is near the tachometer’s red zone. When the engine speed gets to near the red zone, the indicator blinks. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the indicator stays on, and you may feel the engine cut in and out due to the engine speed limiter (see page

285

).

To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer in its red zone.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Cruise Main Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page

224

).

Cruise Control Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 224
cruise control.

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If it comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. See page 294
for more information on the VSA system.

VSA Activation Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator has three functions:

1.

2.

3.

It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (see page

294

).

It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) for more position. See page information on the VSA system.

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Daytime Running Lights Indicator

If this indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake, it means there is a problem with the DRL. There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

High Beam Indicator

This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page

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This indicator also comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page

73

).

Instrument Panel Indicators

Trunk-open Indicator

Lights On Indicator

This indicator comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.

Door-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if either door is not closed tightly.

Washer Level Indicator

Canadianmodelsonly This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this indicator (see page

319

).

or

This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the

ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this indicator will stay on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door.

Fog Light Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. For more information, see page

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Security System Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Except Si

Si

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when the security system is set. See page 223
for more information on the security system.

This indicator is located in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

When the indicator comes on, there are about 1.9 US gal (7.5 ) of fuel remaining in the tank. When the reading reaches E, there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank.

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TEMPERATURE GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

TACHOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

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SEL/RESET BUTTON

ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

＊

TRIP METER

U.S. EX-L model with A/T is shown.

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If equipped

To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, and outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance service items, press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.

INFORMATION DISPLAY

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Display Change Button

DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON

Press and hold the display change button until you hear a beep. The speedometer, trip meter, and odometer readings switch between miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).

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Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles or kilometers. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

The odometer and the outside temperature indicator (if equipped) use the same display. To switch the display between them, press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your last selection is displayed.

Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset it.

There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the SEL/ RESET button repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your last selection is displayed.

To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’

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Outside Temperature Indicator Ifequipped This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Celsius (Canadian models). To see the outside temperature, press and release the SEL/RESET button until the temperature is shown on the information display.

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).

The sensor delays the display update until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.

If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to 3°C ± in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.

5°F in U.S. models (

±

The temperature must be

NOTE: stabilized before doing this procedure.

Select the outside temperature display, then press and hold the SEL/RESET button for 10 seconds. The following sequence will appear for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, − 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, − − − − 3,

4, 2, − − −

1, 0 (Canada).

3,

3,

2,

When it reaches the desired value, release the SEL/RESET button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.

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In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may rise into the upper half of the gauge. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. See page precautions on checking the engine cooling system.

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Check Fuel Cap Message Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display. Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another display, press the SEL/RESET button. The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.

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Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

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If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or