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Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

System Message Indicator *

● Comes on for a few seconds when you

turn the ignition switch to ON (w.

● Comes on if the tire pressure of any of the

● Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary.

tires becomes significantly low.

Models with information display ● Comes on for a while and then goes off when a compact spare tire is temporarily installed.

Models with multi-information display ● Blinks for about one minute, and then stays on if there is a problem with the TPMS, or when a compact spare tire is temporarily installed.

● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.

● Comes on along with a beep when a

problem is detected. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time.

Models with multi-information display ● Blinks and remains on - Have the

vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

● While the indicator is on, press the

(display/information) button to

see the message again.

● Refer to the Indicators information in this chapter when a system message appears on the multi-information display. Take the appropriate action for the message.

● The multi-information display does not return

to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the

button is pressed.

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message *

● The turn signal indicators blink when

● Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A

Turn Signal Indicators

you operate the turn signal lever. ● If you press the hazard warning

button, both indicators and all turn signals blink at the same time.

High-Beam Indicator

● Comes on when the high beam

headlights are on.

turn signal light bulb has blown. Change the bulb immediately.

2 Replacing Light Bulbs

P. 275

P. 273

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Fog Light Indicator *

● Comes on whenever the light switch is on, or in AUTO * when the exterior lights are on.

● If you remove the key from the ignition switch while the exterior lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver's door is opened.

● Comes on when the fog lights are

on.

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Side Airbag Off Indicator

Canada

● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.

● Comes on when the passenger side airbag system is automatically shut off.

● It does not mean there is a problem

with your side airbags.

● Comes on when nobody is sitting in the passenger seat - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

● Comes on when someone is sitting

in the seat - Have the passenger sit properly.

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message *

● Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.

● Comes on if the immobilizer system

Immobilizer System Indicator

cannot recognize the key information.

● Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0, pull the key out, and then insert the key and turn it to ON (w again.

● Repeatedly blinks - The system may

be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

● Do not attempt to alter this system or

add other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.

Security System Alarm Indicator *

Indicator

● Blinks when the Security System

Alarm has been set.

2 Security System Alarm P. 112

Low Temperature Indicator

● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w.

● Comes on when the engine coolant

temperature is low.

● If the indicator stays on after the engine

has reached normal operating temperature, there may be problem with the temperature sensors. Have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message *

ECON Mode Indicator *

CRUISE MAIN Indicator *

CRUISE CONTROL Indicator *

Washer Level Indicator *

● Comes on when you turn the

ignition switch to ON (w, and goes off when the engine starts.

● Comes on when you press the ECON

button.

● Comes on when you press the

CRUISE button.

2 ECON Button P. 123

2 Cruise Control P. 220

● Comes on if you have set a speed for

cruise control.

2 Cruise Control P. 220

● Comes on when washer fluid gets

low.

● Refill washer fluid.

2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid

P. 267

Maintenance Minder Indicator *

● Comes on when the scheduled

maintenance is due soon.

2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 243

i-VTEC Indicator *

● Comes on when the i-VTEC system switches the low RPM cams to the high RPM cams.

● When the i-VTEC indicator comes on, the REV indicator begins to come on simultaneously.

REV Indicators *

● Come on when the tachometer

reading approaches the red zone.

2 i-VTEC indicator P. 79

2 REV indicators P. 79

Indicator

Indicator

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages*

Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages* The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the again with the system message indicator on.

(display/information) button to see the message

Message

Condition

Explanation

● Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not

installed.

2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 314

● Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.

● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Daytime Running Lights P. 120

Canadian models

● Appears when washer fluid gets low.

● Refill washer fluid.

2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 267

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Message

Condition

Explanation

● Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon. ● Consequently, "SERVICE DUE NOW" and "SERVICE

2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-

Information Display P. 248

PAST DUE" follow.

● Appears when you open the driver's door while the

● Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0, then remove the

ignition key is in ACCESSORY (q.

key.

● Appears when you open the driver's door while the

● Remove the key from the ignition switch.

ignition key is in LOCK (0.

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Gauges and Displays

Gauges Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators. They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON (w.

■ Speedometer Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.

1Gauges

Press and hold the km/mile change knob until you hear a beep. The speedometer reading and the displayed measurements switch between mph and km/h.

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■ Tachometer Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.

■ Fuel Gauge Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

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1Fuel Gauge

NOTICE You should refuel when the reading approaches Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.

The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.

1Instant Fuel Economy Gauge

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■ i-VTEC and REV Indicators*

i-VTEC Indicator

REV Indicators

■ i-VTEC indicator Comes on when the i-VTEC system switches the low RPM cams to the high RPM cams.

■ REV indicators Come on when the tachometer reading approaches the red zone on a scale of one to six.

uuGauges and DisplaysuGauges

1REV Indicators

When the fifth indicator (red) comes on, the engine has reached its maximum output.

When all the indicators are on, the tachometer reading is on the verge of entering into the red zone.

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uuGauges and DisplaysuInformation Display*

Information Display* The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges.

■ Switching the Display Press the

(SEL/RESET) knob to change the display.

■ Odometer Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.

1Switching the display

Each time you press the display changes as follows:

knob, the information

Average Fuel A Trip Meter A, Odometer

Average Fuel B Trip Meter B, Odometer

Engine Oil Life

Range Trip Meter A, Odometer

■ Trip Meter Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure 2 separate trips.

1Trip Meter

Switch between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the

knob.

■ Resetting a trip meter To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the reset to “0.0”.

knob. The trip meter is

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uuGauges and DisplaysuInformation Display*

■ Average Fuel Economy Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset.

■ Engine Oil Life Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM.

2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 243

■ Range Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past.

■ Check Fuel Cap Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.

2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 314

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Multi-Information Display* The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator *, and other gauges. It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.

■ Switching the Display

Press the the display.

(display/information) button or the

(SEL/RESET) knob to change

123456

Song AAA

Genre AAA Artist AAA

2.4 ℓ engine models

123456

24.0

Audio/HFL * display

Fuel consumption

Display/ Information Button

Full size analogue clock/ Wallpaper

1.8 ℓ engine models

123456

200

Fuel consumption

2.4 ℓ engine models

123456

Black screen

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123456

40

123456

123.4

Odometer Outside temperature *

40

Trip A

123456

12.3

B24.0
30

Trip B

SEL/RESET Knob

■ Odometer Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.

■ Trip Meter Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure 2 separate trips.

■ Resetting a trip meter To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the reset to “0.0”.

knob. The trip meter is

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1Trip Meter

Switch between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the knob, or by using the customized features on the multi-information display.

2 Customized Features P. 86

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■ Average Fuel Economy Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset.

1Average Fuel Economy

You can choose to reset either Trip A or average fuel economy A when you refuel.

2 Customized Features P. 86

■ Range Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past.

2.4 ℓ engine models You can choose an item to be displayed in the fuel consumption screen. Average fuel economy, range, elapsed time, or average speed can be selected.

2 Customized Features P. 86

1Range

1.8 ℓ engine models You can choose an item to be displayed in the fuel consumption screen. Range, elapsed time, or average speed can be selected.

2 Customized Features P. 86

■ Elapsed Time Shows the time elapsed since the last time Trip A or Trip B was reset.

■ Average Speed Shows the average speed in mph or km/h since the last time Trip A or Trip B was reset.

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■ Engine Oil Life Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM.

2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 243

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■ Outside Temperature* Shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).

■ Adjusting the outside temperature display Adjust the temperature reading up to ±5°F or ±3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect. Use the multi-information display's customized features to correct the temperature.

2 Customized Features P. 86

1Outside Temperature

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can affect the temperature reading when your vehicle speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h).

It may take several minutes for the display to be updated after the temperature reading has stabilized.

■ Instant Fuel Economy* Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100 km.

■ Power Monitor*

Engine horsepower usage while driving is displayed in the power monitor.

“100%” indicates that horsepower is at its maximum.

1Power Monitor

Engine horsepower is affected by external conditions such as driving conditions, or vehicle condition. The power monitor can compensate for some of these variables, but different readings may be displayed.

■ Turn-by-Turn Directions* Shows you turn-by-turn driving directions to your destination linked with the navigation system.

2 Refer to the navigation system manual

1Turn-by-Turn Directions

You can select whether the turn-by-turn display comes on or not during the route guidance.

2 Customized Features P. 86

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■ Customized Features Use the multi-information display to customize certain features.

■ How to customize Select the Vehicle Menu screen by pressing the MENU button while the ignition switch is in ON (w, and the vehicle is at a complete stop. Select Customize Settings, then press the SOURCE button.

1Customized Features

To customize other features, press the button.

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2 List of customizable options P. 89
2 Example for customizing wallpapers P. 93

Button

Press to scroll upwards.

Button

Press to go back to the previous display. – Press to scroll downwards.

Button

SOURCE Button

Button

Press to go to the next display.

MENU Button Press to go to Vehicle

SOURCE

MENU

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■ Customization flow Press the MENU button.

Vehicle Menu

Vehicle Information

Odometer/Trip Meter

Adjust Clock

Maintenance info

Trip Meter Reset

Select Trip/Odometer

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You can exit the customizing screen at any time by pressing the MENU button.

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Display Setup

Trip Computer Setup

Select Wallpaper

Import Wallpaper Delete Wallpaper Trip Meter Item to Display Welcome Screen Color Theme Turn by Turn Display *

Language Selection

Adjust Outside Temp. Display

Trip A Reset with Refuel

Display km/miles

Fuel Efficiency Backlight *

Interior Light Dimming Time

Lighting Setup

Headlight Auto Off Timer

Auto Light Sensitivity *

Auto Door Lock

Door Lock Mode Auto Door Unock Keyless Lock Acknowledgment

Security Relock Timer

Door Setup

Default All

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■ List of customizable options

Setup Group

Customizable Features

Description

Selectable settings

Vehicle Information

Odometer/ Trip Meter

Maintenance info

Reset the Maintenance MinderTM.

Trip Meter Reset

Reset the trip meter.

No/Yes

Trip A/Trip B

Select Trip/Odometer

Switch between odometer, trip meter A, and trip meter B.

ODO*1/Trip A/Trip B

Adjust Clock

*1: Default Setting

Sets time display 12 hour or 24 hour and adjust the time.

12 h*1/24 h

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Setup Group

Customizable Features

Description

Select Wallpaper

Import Wallpaper

Delete Wallpaper

Trip Meter Item to Display

Customize Settings

Display Setup

Select the full-size analogue clock or the wallpaper.

Import an image file for a new wallpaper.

Selectable settings

Clock*2/Image 1/Image 2/ Image 3

Three images can be stored. 2 Importing Wallpapers

from USB P. 93

Delete an image file for a wallpaper.

Image 1/Image 2/Image 3

1.8 ℓ engine models Select an item to be displayed along with average fuel economy.

Range*2/Elapsed time/ Average speed

2.4 ℓ engine models Select an item to be displayed along with the instant fuel economy.

Average Fuel*2/Range/ Elapsed time/Average speed

Welcome Screen

Select whether the welcome screen comes on or not when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w.

On*2/Off

Color Theme

Changes the color of the screen.

Blue*3/Red*4/Amber/Gray

Turn by Turn Display *1, *5

Select whether the turn-by-turn display comes on or not during the route guidance.

On*2/Off

Language Selection

Changes the displayed language.

English*2/French/Spanish

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Setup Group

Customizable Features

Description

Selectable settings

Adjust Outside Temp. Display*1

Adjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.

-5°F ~ ±0°F*2 ~ +5°F (U.S.) -3°C ~ ±0°C*2 ~ +3°C (Canada)

Trip Computer Setup

Trip A Reset with Refuel

Set Trip A and the average fuel economy to reset when you refuel.

On/Off*2

Display km/miles

Changes the displayed measurement on the multi- information display.

Auto*2/km/miles

Customize Settings

Fuel Efficiency Backlight

Turns the ambient meter feature on and off.

On*2/Off

Interior Light Dimming Time

Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on after you close the doors.

60sec/30sec*2/15sec

Lighting Setup

Headlight Auto Off Timer

Auto Light Sensitivity*1

Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay on after you close the driver’s door.

60sec/30sec/15sec*2/0sec

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Customizable Features

Description

Selectable settings

Auto Door Lock

Door Lock Mode

Changes the setting for the automatic locking feature.

Off/With Vehicle Speed*1/ Shift from (P

Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock on the first operation of the remote or ignition key.

Driver Door*1/All Doors

Door Setup

Customize Settings

Auto Door Unlock

Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically.

Off/ Driver Door with Shift to (P *2/ All Doors with Shift to (P/ Driver Door with IGN Off*3/ All Doors with IGN Off

Keyless Lock Acknowledgment

LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash. LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds.

On*1/Off

Security Relock Timer

Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you unlock the vehicle without opening any door.

Default All

Cancels/Resets all the customized settings as default.

90sec/60sec/30sec*1

Cancel

Reset All Defaults

*1:Default Setting *2:Default Setting for automatic transmission *3:Default Setting for manual transmission

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■ Example for customizing wallpapers You can customize the display from clock to wallpaper.

Importing Wallpapers from USB You can import up to three images, one at a time for wallpaper from a USB flash drive.

Select Import Wallpaper from Customize Settings and properly connect a USB flash drive to store an image.

1. Connect the USB flash drive to the adapter

cable.

2 USB Adapter Cable P. 145

2. Press the Menu button.

3. Select Customize Settings with the

button, then press the SOURCE button.

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4. Select Display Setup with the

– button, then press the SOURCE button.

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1Customize Features

• When importing wallpaper files, the image must be in the USB flash drive’s root directory. Images in a folder cannot be imported.

• The file format of the image that can be imported

is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).

• The individual file size limit is 2 MB. • The maximum image size is 1,920 x 936 pixels. If the image size was less than 480 x 234 pixels, the image is displayed in the middle of the screen with the extra area appearing in black.

• The number of files that can be selected is up

to 255.

• Up to 64 characters can be displayed in the

file name.

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5. Select Import Wallpaper with the

button, then press the SOURCE button. u The file names are displayed on the

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screen.

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6. Press the

button until the file name you want to store appears on the center of the display, then press the SOURCE button.

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7. The preview of the imported data is

displayed. Press the SOURCE button if it is OK.

8. Press the SOURCE button to save the image

file.

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9. Select the location you want to store the

image file in with the press the SOURCE button.

–

button, then

10.Press the MENU button to exit the

customize screen.

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Selecting a Wallpaper

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Customize Settings with the

button, then press the SOURCE button.

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3. Select Display Setup with the

– button, then press the SOURCE button.

4. Select Select Wallpaper with the

button, then press the SOURCE button.

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5. Select the image file you want with the

–

button, then press the SOURCE

button. u When the scroll is stopped, the

thumbnail is displayed.

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Controls

Setting the Clock ................................ 98
Locking and Unlocking the Doors

Key Types and Functions .................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 104
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking* ........ 105
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 109
Security System ................................ 112
Immobilizer System .......................... 112
Security System Alarm*.................... 112
Opening and Closing the Windows..... 114

Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 116
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Ignition Switch................................. 117
Turn Signals ..................................... 118
Light Switches.................................. 118
Fog Lights* ...................................... 120
Daytime Running Lights ................... 120
Wipers and Washers ........................ 121
Brightness Control ........................... 122
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button ........................................... 123
ECON Button* ................................. 123
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 124

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Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 125
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 125
Power Door Mirrors * ....................... 125
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 126
Adjusting the Seat Positions............. 126

Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 134
Interior Lights .................................. 134
Interior Convenience Items .............. 135
Heating and Cooling *....................... 140
Using Vents, Heating and A/C *........ 140

* Not available on all models

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Setting the Clock

Clock Models without navigation system You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK knob with the ignition switch in ON (w.

1. Press the CLOCK knob to access the clock

adjustment mode screen.

2. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the hours.

3. Press the CLOCK knob. The display switches

to minute adjustment.

4. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the

CLOCK Knob

minutes.

On multi-information display

adjustment.

5. Press the CLOCK knob to complete clock

1Clock

Models with navigation system The clock is automatically updated through the navigation system, so the time does not need to be adjusted.

Models with multi-information display You can customize the clock display to show the 12 hour clock or 24 hour clock.

2 Customized Features P. 86

Models with information display You cannot adjust the time while the vehicle is moving.

On information display

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Locking and Unlocking the Doors

Key Types and Functions This vehicle comes with the following keys:

■ Master Keys

Black

Use the keys to start and stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors and to open the trunk. You can also use the remote transmitter * to lock and unlock the doors and to open the trunk.

There is a panic button in the remote transmitter.

* Not available on all models

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1Key Types and Functions

All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle theft.

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The keys contain precision electronics. Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to the electronics: • Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in

locations with high temperature or high humidity. • Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them. • Keep the keys away from liquids. • Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the

battery.

If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine may not start, and the remote transmitter may not work.

If the keys do not work properly, have them inspected by a dealer.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuKey Types and Functions

■ Valet Key

Gray

Can be used to start and stop the engine, and lock and unlock driver's door.

1Valet Key

When you need to leave a key with a third party, leave the valet key.

■ Key Number Tag

Contains a number that you will need if you purchase a replacement key.

1Key Number Tag

Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a safe place outside of your vehicle. If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a dealer.

If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine, contact a dealer.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside

Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ■ Using the Remote Transmitter*

LED

Unlock Button

Lock Button

■ Locking the doors Press the LOCK button. Once:

uSome exterior lights will flash, all the

doors will lock, and the security system sets.

Twice (within five seconds after the first push):

uA beeper sounds and verifies the security

system is set.

■ Unlocking the doors Press the UNLOCK button. Once:

uSome exterior lights will flash twice, and

the driver's door unlocks.

Twice:

uThe remaining doors unlock.

* Not available on all models

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1Using the Remote Transmitter

If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter, the doors will automatically relock. You can change the relock timer setting.

2 Customized Features P. 86

If the interior light switch is in the door activated position, the interior lights come on when you press the UNLOCK button. No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30 seconds. Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off