TABLE OF CONTENTS

Index

1-6. Theft deterrent system

1

Before driving

Engine immobilizer
system ................................ 92
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................... 95

1-1. Key information

Keys ..................................... 24

1-7. Safety information

1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart key system.................
Wireless remote control .......
Side doors ............................
Back door .............................

26
38
42
46

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ...........................
Rear seats............................
Head restraints .....................
Seat belts .............................
Steering wheel .....................
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror..................................
Outside rear view mirrors .....

49
54
65
68
76
77
79

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 81
Moon roof ............................. 84
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .... 88

Correct driving posture ......... 96

SRS airbags ......................... 98
Front passenger occupant
classification system......... 110
Child restraint systems ....... 116
Installing child restraints ..... 120

When driving

2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle ..............
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
key system) ......................
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system) ......................
Automatic transmission ......
Turn signal lever .................
Parking brake .....................
Horn....................................

134

143

147
150
153
154
155

2-2. Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters ............ 156
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 159
Trip information display ...... 162

2-3. Operating the lights and

wipers
Headlight switch..................
Fog light switch ...................
Windshield wipers and
washer ..............................
Rear window wiper and
washer ..............................

165
168
169
171

2-4. Using other driving

systems
Cruise control......................
Rear view monitor system
(vehicles with auto
anti-glare inside rear
view mirror) .......................
Driving assist systems ........
Hill-start assist control.........
Downhill assist control
system ..............................
Four-wheel drive lock
switch (4WD models)........

172

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system..............................
Automatic air conditioning
system..............................
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers...............
Windshield wiper de-icer ....

226
232

240
242
3

176
184
191
193
196

2-5. Driving information

Utility vehicle
precautions .......................
Cargo and luggage .............
Vehicle load limits ...............
Winter driving tips ...............
Trailer towing ......................
Dinghy towing .....................

Interior features

197
202
208
210
214
224

3-2. Using the audio system

Audio system types ............
Using the radio ...................
Using the CD player ...........
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs .......................
Optimal use of the audio
system..............................
Using the AUX port.............
Using the steering wheel
audio switches..................

243
246
252
259
266
269

270
6

3-3. Using the hands-free

phone system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
features ............................
Using the hands-free
phone system
(for cellular phone) ...........
Making a phone call ...........
Setting a cellular phone......

273

277
285
291

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Index

Security and system

setup ................................ 296
Using the phone book ........ 299

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior ........... 338
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 341

307
308
308
309

4-2. Maintenance
309

Maintenance
requirements .................... 344
General maintenance ......... 346
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 349

3-5. Using the storage features

List of storage features.......
Glove box .........................
Console box .....................
Overhead console ............
Cup holders......................
Bottle holders ...................
Auxiliary box.....................

311
312
313
314
315
316
318

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service
precautions .......................
Hood ...................................
Positioning a floor jack........
Engine compartment ..........
Tires....................................
Tire inflation pressure .........
Wheels................................
Air conditioning filter ...........
Key battery .........................
Checking and replacing
fuses .................................
Light bulbs ..........................

3-6. Other interior features

Sun visors ..........................
Vanity mirrors .....................
Clock ..................................
Power outlets .....................
Seat heaters.......................
Armrest...............................
Coat hooks .........................
Floor mat ............................
Luggage compartment
features ............................

Maintenance and care

4-1. Maintenance and care

3-4. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list .................
Personal/interior light
main switch ......................
Personal/interior lights......
Interior light ......................
Luggage compartment
light ..................................

319
320
321
322
327
329
330
331
332
5

350
354
356
358
373
380
384
386
388
392
404

When trouble arises

5-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers............ 414
4

If your vehicle needs to be

towed ................................
If you think something is
wrong ................................
Fuel pump shut off
system ..............................
Event data recorder ............

415

422
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 474
Fuel information.................. 486
Tire information .................. 489

423
424

5-2. Steps to take in an

emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ..........................
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with standard
tires)..................................
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with run-flat
tires)..................................
If the engine will not start ....
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P....................
If you lose your keys ...........
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
key system).......................
If the battery is
discharged ........................
If your vehicle overheats .....
If the vehicle becomes
stuck .................................
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ........................

Vehicle specifications

6-2. Customization
Customizable features........ 500
426
6-3. Initialization
438

457
458
459
460

461
463
466

Items to initialize................. 503

For owners
4

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners ................ 506
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 507
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 509

Index

468
Abbreviation list........................ 520
470

Alphabetical index .................... 522

What to do if... .......................... 533