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Infantsandsmallchildrenmustbe restrainedinanapprovedchildseat thatisproperlysecuredtothevehicle (see pages 39 - 48).


Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash.


Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary.


Largerchildrenmustberestrained withalap/shoulderbeltandrideona boosterseatuntiltheseatbeltfits themproperly(see pages 49 - 52).


Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many adults do not know how to properlyprotect child passengers. If you have children, or ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children.


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Protecting Children - General Guidelines


All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat According to accident statistics, children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Some states have laws restricting where children may ride. Children who ride in back are less likely to be injured by striking interior vehicle parts during a collision or hard braking. Also, children cannot be injured by an inflating front airbag when they ride in the back.


The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks Front airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision. To do this, the passenger's front airbag is quite large, and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries. Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that automatically turns the passenger's front airbag off under certain circumstances (see page 31), please follow these guidelines: Infants Neverputarear-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger'sfrontairbag.If the airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant.


SmallChildren Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger'sfrontairbagcanbe hazardous.If the vehicle seat is too far forward, or the child's head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child. LargerChildren Childrenwhohaveoutgrownchild seatsarealsoatriskofbeinginjured orkilledbyaninflatingpassenger's frontairbag.Whenever possible, larger children should sit in the back seat, on a booster seat if needed, and be properly restrained with a seat belt (see page 49 for important information about protecting larger children).


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To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.


U.S.Models SUN VISORS


DASHBOARD


CanadianModels


SUN VISORS


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Protecting Children - General Guidelines


If a Child Requires Close Attention Many parents say they prefer to put an infant or a small child in the front passenger seat so they can watch the child, or because the child requires attention. Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards in a frontal collision, and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of driving, placing both of you at risk.


If You Must Drive with Several Children Your vehicle has a back seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front: ● Place the largest child in the front


seat, provided the child is large enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly (see page 49).


● Move the vehicle seat as far to the


rear as possible (see page 93).


● Have the child sit upright and well


back in the seat (see page 15).


● Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page 14).


If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact, we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in a back seat. The back seat is far safer for a child than the front.


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Protecting Children - General Guidelines


Additional Safety Precautions ● Neverholdaninfantorchildon yourlap.If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms and be seriously hurt or killed.


● Neverputaseatbeltoveryourself


andachild.During a crash, the belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.


● Neverlettwochildrenusethe sameseatbelt.If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.


● Makesureanyunusedseatbelt thatachildcanreachisbuckled, thelockableretractorisactivated, andthebeltisfullyretractedand locked.If a child wraps a loose seat belt around their neck, they can be seriously or fatally injured. (See pages 45 and 46 for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.)


● Usethechildproofdoorlocksto


preventchildrenfromopeningthe reardoors.This can prevent children from accidentally falling out (see page 82).


● Donotleavechildrenaloneina vehicle.Leaving children without adult supervision is illegal in most states, Canadian provinces and territories, and can be very hazardous.


For example, infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke. A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion, possibly injuring themselves or others. ● Lockalldoorsandthetailgate


whenyourvehicleisnotinuse. Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside. Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles.


● Keepvehiclekeys/remote


transmittersoutofthereachof children.Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition switch, and open the tailgate, which can lead to accidental injury or death.


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Protecting Infants and Small Children


Protecting Infants


Two types of seats may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a convertible seat used in the rear- facing, reclining mode. Donotputarear-facingchildseatin aforward-facingposition.If placed facing forward, an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision.


ChildSeatType An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker's weight or height limit for the seat, and the child is at least one year old. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back.


Rear-facingChildSeatPlacement A rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat, but not in the front. Neverputa rear-facingchildseatinthefrontseat. If the passenger's front airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant. When properly installed, a rear- facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front passenger from moving their seat as far back as recommended, or from locking their seat-back in the desired position. It could also interfere with proper operation of the passenger's advanced front airbag system.


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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 Many states, Canadian provinces and territories allow a child one year of age or order who also meets the minimum size and weight requirements to transition from a rea-facing child seat to a forward facing seat. Know the requirements where you are driving and follow the child seat instructions. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat up to age two, if the child's height and weight are appropriate for a rear-facing 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. Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger'sairbagcanbe hazardous.If the vehicle seat is too 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.


Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat


Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger's front airbag off (see page 31), a back seat is the safest place for a small child. 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.


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.


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. 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. ThechildseatshouldmeetFederal MotorVehicleSafetyStandard213
orCanadianMotorVehicleSafety Standard213.Look for FMVSS 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box. 2. Thechildseatshouldbeofthe


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


3. Thechildseatshouldfitthevehicle


seatingposition(orpositions) 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.


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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 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.


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


thevehicle.All child seats must be 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. Makesurethechildseatisfirmly


secured.After installing a child seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.


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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. You can find lower anchors in the slits in the seat-backs.


Installing a Child Seat


BUTTON


LOWER ANCHORS


To install a LATCH-compatible child seat: 1. Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors.


2. Make sure there are no objects


near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors.


Rigid type


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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Installing a Child Seat


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.


5. Lift the head restraint (see page 94), then route the tether strap through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted.


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ANCHOR


TETHER STRAP HOOK


6. Attach the tether strap hook to the


anchor, then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker. If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly, find a route where the strap can be tightened securely.


7. Push and pull the child seat


forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.


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. If you intend to install a child seat in the center seating position of the rear seat, make sure to push down the head restraint to the lowest position, and make sure the detachable seat belt is securely latched (see page 99).


Installing 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 and remove any slack from the lap portion of the belt.


2. 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.


3. 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.


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.


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.


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Installing a Child Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat. Each rear outside seating position has an anchorage point on the seat- back, and the center seating position has an anchorage point in the ceiling near the tailgate. Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.


Installing a Child Seat


UsinganOuterAnchor


ANCHOR


ANCHOR


1. After properly securing the child seat (see page 45), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the head restraint legs.


TETHER STRAP HOOK


2. Attach the tether strap hook to the


anchor, making sure the tether strap is not twisted.


3. Tighten the strap according to the


seat maker's instructions.


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Installing a Child Seat


UsingtheCenterAnchor


ANCHOR


ANCHOR


COVER


1. Lower the head restraint to its


lowest position.


2. After properly securing the child


seat (see page 45), open the anchor cover.


TETHER STRAP HOOK


3. Route the tether strap over the head restraint, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the tether strap is not twisted.


4. Tighten the strap according to the


seat maker's instructions.


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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 the 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.


Protecting Larger Children


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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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.


Some states, Canadian provinces and territories 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, provinces and territories 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 35) and that you follow the booster seat maker's instructions.


Protecting Larger Children


3. 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.


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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. 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 a 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.


Protecting Larger Children


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 14 and 49). If the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster seat, the child should not sit in front. 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 acrosstheneck.This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash.


● Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindtheback orunderthearm.This could 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.If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.


● Donotputanyaccessoriesona


seatbelt.Devices intended to 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 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 a collision that may have damaged the underside.


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 tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate 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. Select the fresh air mode. 2. Select the 3. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Set the temperature control to a


mode.


comfortable setting.


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Safety Labels


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.


SUN VISORS U.S.models


Canadianmodels


DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly


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RADIATOR CAP


DOORJAMBS


U.S.models


Canadianmodels


Safety Labels


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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.......................... 58
Instrument Panel .......................... 59
Instrument Panel Indicators.......... 60
Gauges.......................................... 68
Trip Meter ................................ 69
Instant Fuel Economy............... 70
Average Fuel Economy............. 70
Odometer.................................. 70
Fuel Gauge ............................... 70
Check Fuel Cap Indicator ......... 70
Maintenance Minder ................ 71


Controls Near the Steering


Wheel ....................................... 72


Windshield Wipers and


Washers................................ 73
Windshield Wipers ................... 73
Rear Window Wiper and


Washer ................................. 73
Turn Signal and Headlights .......... 74
Headlights .................................... 75
Instrument Panel Brightness ........ 76
Hazard Warning Button ................ 76
Rear Window Defogger................. 76
Steering Wheel Adjustments......... 77


Instruments and Controls


Keys and Locks............................. 78
Immobilizer System ...................... 79
Ignition Switch.............................. 80
Door Locks ................................... 81
Power Door Locks .................... 81
Childproof Door Locks.............. 82
Auto Door Locking/


Unlocking ............................. 83
Auto Door Locking ................... 83
Auto Door Unlocking................ 85
Tailgate......................................... 88
Remote Transmitter ...................... 90
Seats ............................................. 93
Power Windows .......................... 100
Mirrors ....................................... 101
Parking Brake............................. 102
Interior Convenience Items......... 104
Lower Glove Box .................... 105
Upper Glove Box..................... 105
Beverage Holders ................... 106
Seat Under Box....................... 106
Accessory Power Socket ......... 106
Sun Visor ................................ 106
Interior Lights............................. 107


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Control Locations


INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 60) GAUGES (P. 68)


AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115, 143) NAVIGATION SYSTEMꭧ


MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 101)


DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 81)


POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCHꭧ (P. 81)


POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 100)


USB ADAPTER CABLEꭧ (P. 130, 137, 171, 178)


HEATING/COOLING CONTROLSꭧ (P. 110)


HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 200)


Vehicle with navigation system is shown.


PARKING BRAKE (P. 102)


AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 219) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 217)


ꭧ: If equipped


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DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 65) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 65) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORꭧ (P. 66, 193) FOG LIGHT INDICATORꭧ (P. 64) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATORꭧ (P. 67) LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P. 63)


HIGH TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P. 63) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60, 303)


MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 304) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 60, 303) VSA OFF INDICATORꭧ (P. 67) ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR (P. 62) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P. 66) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORꭧ (P. 65)


ꭧ: If equipped


Instrument Panel


LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 64)


CRUISE MAIN INDICATORꭧ (P. 65)


SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 31, 61)


LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATORꭧ (P. 64)


TPMS INDICATORꭧ (P. 64)


DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P. 62)


SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 60)


WASHER LEVEL INDICATORꭧ (P. 65)


LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 62)


PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60, 305)


ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62)


SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 30, 61) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66)


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Instrument Panel Indicators


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


Malfunction Indicator Lamp


See page 304.


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 303.


Charging System Indicator


If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page 303.


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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 belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.


U.S.


Canada


Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)


This indicator has two functions: 1. 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.


2. If it remains 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 305.


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 18.


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. For more information, see page 30.


Instrument Panel Indicators


U.S.


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 31.


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Instrument Panel Indicators


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, and when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) 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 231.


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Low Fuel Indicator


This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on, there is about 1.64 US gal (6.2 L) of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the needle does reach E.


Door and Tailgate Open Indicator


This indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is not closed tightly.


Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator


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 turned off, making the vehicle harder to steer. 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 in order to prevent damage to the steering box caused by overheating.


High Temperature Indicator


Low Temperature Indicator


This indicator monitors the temperature of the engine coolant. If there is no problem, this indicator comes on when the engine is cold. If it comes on when the engine is warm (normal operating temperature), have the vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.


This indicator monitors the temperature of the engine coolant. It normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after a few seconds. In normal driving conditions, this indicator should not blink or stay on. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, this indicator may blink. This means the engine coolant temperature is high. If the indicator begins to blink while you are driving, be sure to slow down to prevent overheating. If the indicator stays on, pull safely to the side of the road and turn off the engine. See page 301 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system. Do not drive the vehicle while the indicator is on or the engine may be damaged.


Instrument Panel Indicators


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 page 264). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling. 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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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


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 284), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 311). For more information, see page 235.


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Lights On Indicator


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


OnSportmodel This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. For more information, see page 75.


Instrument Panel Indicators


High Beam Indicator


Cruise Main Indicator


Washer Level Indicator


This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page 75. This indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page 75).


Daytime Running Lights Indicator


If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem in the circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.


OnSportmodelandCanadianLXmodel This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 194).


Canadianmodelsonly This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this indicator come on (see page 258).


Cruise Control Indicator


OnSportmodelandCanadianLXmodel This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 194
for information on operating the cruise control.


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Instrument Panel Indicators


Maintenance Minder Indicator


Immobilizer System 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 245 for more information on the maintenance minder. This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.


This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will 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 79).


Security System Indicator


SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR


OnSportmodel This indicator comes on when the security system is set. See page 193
for more information on the security system.


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VSA Off Indicator


Ifequipped It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position. See page 233 for more information on the VSA system.


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 and when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position. It flashes when VSA is active (see page 233). 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 233
for more information on the VSA system.


Instrument Panel Indicators


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Gauges


INFORMATION DISPLAY


TACHOMETER


SPEEDOMETER


FUEL GAUGE


U.S. model is shown.


ODOMETER/TRIP METER/INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY/ AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY/CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR


SELECT/RESET KNOB


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INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY


ODOMETER


TRIP METER


AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY


ENGINE OIL LIFE


The information display consists of two segments. The upper segment displays instant fuel economy, maintenance item code(s), and the lower segment displays the trip meter, odometer, average fuel economy, and engine oil life.


To switch the display, press and release the select/reset knob repeatedly. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position the last selection is displayed.


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Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the select/reset knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’. When you reset the trip meter, average fuel mileage is reset simultaneously.


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Instant Fuel Economy This shows your instant fuel economy in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada). Average Fuel Economy This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in mpg (U.S.) or 1/100
km (Canada) since you last reset the trip meter. When you reset a trip meter, the average fuel economiy for that trip meter also resets.


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Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial/ territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition.


Check Fuel Cap Indicator If the fuel fill cap is loose or missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display after you start the engine. The message changes from CHECK, to FUEL, to CAP repeatedly. Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen the cap, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. You can cycle the message off of the display by pressing the select/reset knob repeatedly, but this message will be displayed each time the engine is started. It will take several days of normal driving for the vehicle to turn the warning off.


Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.


If the system still detects a loose or missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. Turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL goes out after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If it does not go out, have your dealer inspect the vehicle. For more information, see page 304.


Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page 245 for more information.


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Controls Near the Steering Wheel


PADDLE SHIFTER (DOWNSHIFT)ꭧ2
(P. 224)


HORNꭧ1


INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 76)


PADDLE SHIFTER (UPSHIFT)ꭧ2
(P. 224)


WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 73)


HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTSꭧ2
(P. 74)


REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ2
(P. 189)


NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ3


VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCHꭧ2
(P. 234)


Vehicle with navigation system is shown.


HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 76) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 31)


REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRROR BUTTONꭧ2
(P. 76/102)


AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 190)


STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 77)


CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ2
(P. 194)


ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 106)


ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ2: If equipped. ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.


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Windshield Wipers and Washers


MIST - The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. OFF - The wipers are not activated. INT - The wipers operate every few seconds. LO - The wipers run at low speed. HI - The wipers run at high speed. Windshield Washers - Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.


Windshield Wipers


1. MIST 2. OFF 3. INT - Intermittent 4. LO - Low speed 5. HI - High speed 6. Windshield washers Push the right lever up or down to select a position.


Rear Window Wiper and Washer


1. OFF


When you turn the wiper switch to the ‘‘OFF’’ position, the wiper will return to its parked position.


2. Rotate the switch clockwise to turn


the rear window wiper ON.


3. Hold past ON to turn the rear


window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer.


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Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal and Headlights


Turn Signal and Headlights


Turn Signal - Push down on the left lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and hold it. The lever will return to the center when you release it or complete a turn.


1. Turn signal 2. Off 3. Parking and interior lights 4. Headlights 5. High beams 6. Flash high beams OnSportmodel 7. Fog lights off 8. Fog lights on


4. Hold past OFF to turn the rear


window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer. The rear window wiper makes one more sweep after you release the switch.


When you shift the transmission to the reverse position with the front windshield wiper activated, the rear wiper operates automatically even if the rear wiper switch is off. The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer.


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’’ position turns on the


Headlights - Turning the switch to the ‘‘ parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights. When the light switch is in the ‘‘ on indicator comes on as a reminder. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver's door.


’’ position, the lights


’’ or ‘‘


Headlights

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