Acura RLX Hybrid 2014 User Manual

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product contains or emits

chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

NOTICE

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

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).

The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related

to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

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

The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential.

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act

The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

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

A Few Words About Safety

3DANGER

3WARNING

3CAUTION

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

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgment.

● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.

● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol

one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean:

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

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

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

● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.

● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.

● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

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

3 and

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.

Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

2 Safe Driving P. 31

For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 43

2 Instrument Panel P. 73

Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 110

2 Controls P. 135

Clock P. 136 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 137 Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 154 Adjusting the Seats P. 175

2 Features P. 211

Audio System P. 212 Audio System Basic Operation P. 217 Customized Features P. 288 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 311

2 Driving P. 359

Before Driving P. 360 Towing a Trailer P. 365 Multi-View Rear Camera

P. 437 Surround View Camera System* P. 438

2 Maintenance P. 453

Before Performing Maintenance P. 454 Maintenance MinderTM P. 457 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 479 Climate Control System Maintenance P. 493

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 499

Tools P. 500 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 501 Overheating P. 524 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 526 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 539

2 Information P. 541

Specifications P. 542 Identification Numbers P. 544 Emissions Testing P. 547 Warranty Coverages P. 549

Contents

Child Safety P. 58 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 70 Safety Labels P. 71

Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 147 Security System P. 150 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 152 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 155 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 182 Climate Control System P. 200

Audio Error Messages P. 278 General Information on the Audio System P. 284 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 313 AcuraLink® P. 352

When Driving P. 366 Braking P. 419 Parking Your Vehicle P. 432 Fuel Economy P. 450 Accessories and Modifications P. 451 Refueling P. 448

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 462 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 474 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 482 12-Volt Battery P. 491 Remote Transmitter Care P. 492 Cleaning P. 494

Power System Won’t Start P. 518 Jump Starting P. 521 Fuses P. 531 Emergency Towing P. 537 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 538 Refueling P. 540

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving

Instrument Panel

Controls

Features

Driving

Maintenance

Handling the Unexpected

Information

Index

P. 4

P. 31

P. 73

P. 135

P. 211

P. 359

P. 453

P. 499

P. 541

P. 556

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 545 Reporting Safety Defects P. 546 Authorized Manuals P. 551 Client Service Information P. 552

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 171)

❙ POWER Button (P 155)

❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)

System OFF) Button

(P 409)

❙ Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Button

(P 401)

❙ Parking Sensor System Button

(P 434)

❙ Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS

) OFF Button* (P 430)

❙ Navigation System

() See the Navigation System Manual

❙ Audio/Information Screen (P 226)

❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ On Demand Multi-Use Display

(P 218)

❙ Audio System (P 212)

❙ System Indicators (P 74) ❙ Gauges (P 110) ❙ Multi-Information Display

(P 112)

❙ Climate Control System (P 200)

❙ Rear Window Defogger/

Heated Mirror Button

(P 168)

❙ Front Seat Heater Buttons

(P 195)

❙ Headlight Washer Button (P 165)

❙ Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation

Buttons

(P 196)

❙ CAMERA Button

(P 439)

Canadian models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Wipers/Washers (P 163)

❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 158, 159) ❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P 377)

❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift up) (P 377)

❙ Horn (Press an area around .)

❙ Voice Control Buttons (P 233) ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System

Voice Control Buttons

(P 313)

❙ Brightness Control (P 166)

❙ Cruise Control Buttons

(P 381)

❙ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low

Speed Follow (LSF) Buttons

(P 384)

❙ TRIP Button (P 113, 114) ❙ Distance Button

(P 390)

❙ Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

Button

(P 404)

❙ Right Selector Wheel (P 112, 117)

❙ Heated Steering Wheel Button

(P 194)

❙ Head-Up Display Buttons (P 127)

❙ Audio Remote Controls (P 216)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Power Window Switches (P 152)

❙ Driver’s Front Airbag (P 46)

❙ Trunk Release Button (P 147)

❙ Hood Release Handle

(P 463)

❙

Passenger’s Front Airbag

(P 46)

❙ Glove Box (P 184)

❙ Driver’s Knee Airbag (P 50)

❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 173)

❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 145)

❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Button (P 449)

❙ Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse

Box

(P 535)

❙

Accessory Power Socket

(P 190)

❙

Accessory Power Socket

(P 190)

❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P 214)

❙ USB Port (P 213)

❙ Memory Buttons (P 170) ❙ SET Button (P 170)

❙ Rearview Mirror (P 172)

❙ Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes (P 533)

❙ Electric Parking Brake Switch

(P 419)

❙ Automatic Brake Hold Button

(P 422)

❙ SPORT Button (P 378) ❙ Shift Button

Electronic Gear Selector

(P 371)

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Side Airbags (P 52)

❙ Map Lights (P 183)

❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 54)

❙ Seat Belts (P 36)

❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 67)

❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 63)

❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 65)

❙ Rear Seat

❙ Front Seat (P 175)

❙ Coat Hook (P 191)

❙ Grab Handle

❙ Moonroof Switch

(P 154)

❙ Map Lights (P 183) ❙ Sunglasses Holder

(P 197)

❙ Power Rear Sunshade

Button

(P 198)

❙ Sun Visors

❙ Vanity Mirrors

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 462) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 163, 479)

❙ Tires (P 482, 501)

❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 139)

❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 173)

❙ Headlights (P 159, 474) ❙ Front Side Marker Lights (P 158, 475)

❙ How to Refuel (P 449) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P 478)

❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 149)

❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 147)

❙ Multi-View Rear Camera

(P 437)

❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P 477) ❙ Brake/Taillights (P 477)

❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 476)

❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P 158, 159, 474)

❙ Back-Up Lights (P 477)

❙ Rear License Plate Lights (P 478)

❙ Taillights (P 477)

❙ Fog Lights (P 162, 474)

❙ Surround View Camera System

(P 438)

❙ Trunk Release Button (P 147)

Quick Reference Guide

SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel Drive

* Not available on all models

(SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD®)

Your SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD® vehicle uses both an electric motor and a gasoline engine as propulsion sources, with electric motors receiving electricity from an internal High Voltage battery.

Quick Reference Guide

Operating

mode

EV Launch Engine Drive EV Cruising Power Acceleration

Vehicle

Speed

Launch Acceleration:

●

Rear Motor Drive

Gentle Acceleration:

●

Power Flow

Monitor

Electric Motors

Drive - / Drive Drive Drive

Generators - Generate / - - -

Gasoline

Engine

Stopped Running Stopped Running

Battery Discharges Charges/Discharges Discharges Discharges

*1:Upper: Head-up display, Lower: Audio/information screen

Engine Drive

Low Speed Cruise:

●

Rear Motor Drive

Aggressive Acceleration:

●

Engine Drive

●

Motor Assist

Quick Reference Guide

Operating

mode

Engine Cruising Regeneration AWD Mode

Vehicle

Speed

High Speed Cruise:

●

Engine Drive

Deceleration:

●

Front & Rear Regeneration

Slippery Condition:

●

Engine Drive

●

Front Generation

●

Rear Motor Drive

Power Flow

Monitor

Electric Motors

Drive Regenerate Drive

Generators Generate Regenerate Generate

Gasoline

Engine

Running Stopped Running

Battery Charges/Discharges Charges Charges/Discharges

*1:Upper: Head-up display, Lower: Audio/information screen

Quick Reference Guide

Energy Efficiency

As with a gasoline-powered vehicle, hybrid vehicle fuel efficiency and driving range is most impacted by your driving style. Aggressive acceleration and high-speed driving can easily trigger the system to switch the propulsion source to the gasoline-powered engine. In addition, heavy climate control system use negatively affects vehicle range and efficiency. Either of these use patterns will more quickly reduce the High Voltage battery's state of charge.

Battery Types

There are two types of batteries used in this vehicle; a standard 12-volt battery that powers the airbags, the interior and exterior lights, and other standard 12-volt systems; and a high voltage battery that is used to power the propulsion motors and recharge the 12-volt battery.

Regenerative Energy and Regenerative Braking

When decelerating without the accelerator being depressed or the brake pedal being applied, or while driving downhill, the electric motors act as generators that recovers a portion of the electrical energy that was used to accelerate the vehicle. This regenerative braking slows the vehicle in a manner similar to engine braking in a gasoline-powered vehicle.

Quick Reference Guide

Auto Engine Stop/Start

Your vehicle’s gasoline engine will automatically stop and start during vehicle operation as needed to meet driving and battery conditions. These are some examples that could cause the gasoline engine to automatically start.

In the following cases, however, Auto Engine Stop may not activate.

● The vehicle momentarily needs additional power for aggressive acceleration, or driving uphill or at high speed.

● The climate control system is in heavy use.

● The High Voltage battery temperature is high or low.

● The High Voltage battery state of charge is low.

When in SPORT mode, Auto Engine Stop does not activate.

Sounds Unique to the SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD® System

When you first start driving this vehicle, you likely will hear some unfamiliar sounds, particularly when you first turn on the power system, while driving, and just after parking. Some of these sounds are unique to this vehicle‘s powertrain, fuel, and climate control systems; others are similar to sounds generated by conventional automobiles that typically are masked by louder noises absent from a vehicle of this design. These sounds are not a cause for concern, and you will soon recognize them as normal and thus be able to detect any new or unusual noise should one develop.

Quick Reference Guide

Safety Precautions

Do not cover the air intake.

If the air intake is obstructed during vehicle operation, the High Voltage battery can become too hot. To protect the battery, the system may start to limit the battery’s output and cause the power system and 12-volt battery charging system indicators to come on.

Air Intake

Do not touch the High Voltage system

Attempting to take a High Voltage system component apart or disconnect one of its wires can cause severe electrical shock. If the High Voltage system needs maintenance or repair, it should be performed at an Acura dealer.

If a crash occurs

●Be careful of electric shock hazard.

uIf a severe crash damages your vehicle’s High Voltage system, there is a possibility of electrical shock

due to exposed High Voltage components or wires. If this happens, do not touch any of the High Voltage system components or any of its orange wires.

●Avoid contact with High Voltage battery fluid.

uThe High Voltage battery contains a flammable electrolyte that could leak as a result of a severe

crash. Avoid any skin or eye contact with the electrolyte as it is corrosive. If you accidentally touch it, flush your eyes or skin with a large quantity of water for at least five minutes, and seek medical attention immediately.

●Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical fire.

uAttempting to extinguish an electrical fire with a small quantity of water, from a garden hose for

instance, can be dangerous.

●Anytime the vehicle is damaged in an accident, have it repaired by an Acura dealer.

Emergency Shutdown System for the High Voltage System

The emergency shutdown system may activate when the vehicle is impacted by some incident such as a crash. When this system activates, the High Voltage system automatically shuts down, and your vehicle no longer will move under its own power. To return the High Voltage system back to normal operation, consult an Acura dealer.

Acura collects and recycles High Voltage batteries used in its vehicles – consult an Acura dealer for more information.

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving (P 31)

Airbags (P 43)

● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety (P 58)

● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.

● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.

● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.

Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 70)

● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.

Before Driving Checklist (P 35)

● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

Seat Belts (P 36)

● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat.

● Check that your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly.

Fasten your lap belt as low as possible.

Quick Reference Guide

Instrument Panel (P 73)

System Indicators

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator

VSA® OFF Indicator

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

Lights Indicators

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

System Indicators

CRUISE CONTROL

Indicator

System Message Indicator

Brake System Indicator (Red)

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Low Temperature Indicator

CRUISE MAIN Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Gauges (P 110)/Displays (P 112)/System Indicators (P 74)

Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

Keyless Access System Indicator

High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge

Security System Alarm Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Tachometer

Multi-Information Display

Speedometer

Gear Position Indicator

M (sequential mode) Indicator/Sequential Mode Gear Selection Indicator

Electric Parking Brake System Indicator

Electric Parking Brake Indicator

Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

SPORT Mode Indicator

Blind Spot Information (BSI) Indicator

System Indicators

Collision Mitigation Brake System

(CMBS

) Indicator

High Temperature Indicator (Red)

Forward Collision Warning (

FCW

) Indicator

Lane Departure Warning (

LDW

) Indicator

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator

Automatic Brake Hold Indicator

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Canada

Fog Light Indicator

Head-Up Display

READY Indicator

POWER SYSTEM

Indicator

Quick Reference Guide

Controls (P 135)

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Left

Light Control Switches

Low Beam

High Beam

Flashing

* Not available on all models

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

You can also adjust the time manually.

a Enter the Clock Adjustment screen.

2 Clock (P 136)

b Rotate to change hour, then press

c Rotate to change minute, then

press .

Clock (P 136)

POWER Button (P 155)

Press the button to changes the vehicle’s power mode.

Turn Signals (P 158)

Lights (P 159)

Quick Reference Guide

Wipers and Washers

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

Adjustment Ring

: Low Sensitivity

: High Sensitivity

MIST OFF AUTO: Wiper speed varies automatically LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe

Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.

Trunk Release Button

(P 163)

Steering Wheel (P 171)

● To adjust, push and hold the adjustment switch to move the steering wheel to the desired position.

Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside

(P 143)

● Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it at the same time.

Trunk (P 147)

● To unlock and open the trunk:

• Press the trunk release button on the driver’s door.

• Press the trunk release button on the keyless access remote.

• Press the trunk release button on the trunk lid.

● Unlocking and opening the driver’s door from the inner handle unlocks all the other doors.

Quick Reference Guide

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Folding Button

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

Power Door Mirrors

(P 173)

● With the power mode in ON, move the selector switch to L or R.

● Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.

● Press the folding button to fold in and out the door mirrors.

Power Windows (P 152)

● With the power mode in ON, open and close the power windows.

● If the power window lock button is in the off position, each passenger’s window can be opened and closed with its own switch.

● If the power window lock button is in the on position (indicator on), each passenger’s window switch is disabled.

Quick Reference Guide

Climate Control System (P 200)

Driver’s Side Temperature Control Switch

Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents. (driver’s side only)

Air flows from floor vents.

Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.

Air flows from dashboard vents.

AUTO Button

Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Switch

(On/off) Button

Driver’s Side Temperature Icon

Passenger’s Side Temperature Icon

On Demand Multi-Use Display

(Windshield Defroster) Button

Driver’s Side Mode Control Icon

A/C (Air Conditioning) and SYNC (Synchronized) Icon

Passenger’s Side Mode Control Icon

Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode Icon

Fan Control Icon

● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.

● Press the button to turn the system on or off.

● Press the button to defrost the windshield.

The climate control system is voice operable. (P 233)

Quick Reference Guide

Features (P 211)

Audio/Information Screen

Interface Dial/ENTER Button

(Power) Button

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

SETTINGS Button

VOL (Volume) Knob

BACK Button

NAV Button

MENU Button

AUDIO Button

INFO Button

On Demand Multi-Use Display

PHONE Button

(Tune Down) Icon

(Skip/Seek) Icon

Audio Source

(Skip/Seek) Icon

Presets

(Tune Up) Icon

(Day/Night) Button

Shortcuts

* Not available on all models

Audio System (P 217)

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

Quick Reference Guide

Audio Remote Controls

Left Selector Wheel

SOURCE Button

(P 216)

● SOURCE Button Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/ SiriusXM®/CD/HDD/USB/iPod/Bluetooth® Audio/Pandora®

● Left Selector Wheel Roll to adjust the volume up/down. Radio:Shift to change the preset station.

Shift and hold to select the next or previous strong station.

CD/HDD/USB device:

Shift to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song. Shift and hold to change a folder.

/Aha

TM*

/AUX.

Quick Reference Guide

Driving (P 359)

Electronic Gear Selector (P 371)

● Select to

(P and depress the brake pedal when turning on the power.

Park

Press the

(P button.

Used when parking or before turning the power on or off. Transmission is locked.

Reverse

Press back the

(R button.

Used when reversing.

Neutral

Press the

(N button.

Transmission is not locked.

Drive

Press the

(D button.

Used for normal driving. The sequential shift mode can be used.

Gear Position Indicator

The gear position indicator and the shift button indicator indicate the current gear selection.

Gear Position Indicator

Shift Button Indicator

● Gear selection

* Not available on all models

Quick Reference Guide

Paddle Shifters (P377)

● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual transmission (1st through 7th). This is useful for regenerative braking.

● D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle is cruising.

● Sequential mode gear selection: Holds the selected gear, and the M (sequential mode) indicator comes on, when the SPORT mode is on.

● The sequential mode gear selection is shown in the instrument panel.

Gear Position Indicator

Shift Down

Paddle Shifter

Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter

Sequential Mode Gear Selection Indicator

M (sequential mode) Indicator

Quick Reference Guide

Wait for five seconds

* Not available on all models

VSA® OFF Button (P 409)

● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.

● VSA® comes on automatically every time you turn on the power system.

● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold the button until you hear a beep.

Cruise Control* (P 381)

● Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE button, then press the RES/+/SET/– switch down once you have achieved the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h).

Collision Mitigation

Braking System

OFF Button

● When a possible collision is likely unavoidable, the CMBS reduce the vehicle speed and the severity of the collision.

● To turn the CMBS hold the button until you hear a beep.

(P 430)

(CMBSTM)

can help you to

on or off, press and

Refueling (P 448)

Fuel recommendation: Unleaded premium gasoline with a pump octane

number 91 or higher recommended

Fuel tank capacity: 15.1 US gal (57 L)

a Press the fuel fill

door release button.

b After refueling, wait

for about five seconds before removing the filler nozzle.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

● The TPMS monitors tire pressure.

● TPMS is turned on automatically every

time you turn on the power system.

(P 414)

Quick Reference Guide

Maintenance (P 453)

Under the Hood (P 462)

● Check engine oil and engine coolant, inverter coolant. Add when necessary.

● Check brake fluid.

● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.

a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the

dashboard.

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

hood.

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

locked in place.

Lights (P 474)

● Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades (P 479)

● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield.

Tires (P 482)

● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

● Check tire pressures regularly.

● Install snow tires for winter driving.

Quick Reference Guide

Handling the Unexpected (P 499)

Vehicles with optional spare tire kit

Flat Tire (P 501)

● Park in a safe location and repair the flat tire using the temporary tire repair kit.

Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in the trunk.

Indicators Come On

(P 526)

● Identify the indicator and consult the owner’s manual.

Power System Won’t Start

(P 518)

● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery.

Blown Fuse

(P 531)

● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate.

Overheating (P 524)

● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the power system and the engine cool down.

Emergency Towing

(P 537)

● Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.

Quick Reference Guide

What to Do If

Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes?

The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle. Why?

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

Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver’s door?

This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never pump the brake pedal.

Check if the childproof lock is in the LOCK position. If so, open the rear door with the outside door handle. To cancel this function, push the lever to the UNLOCK position.

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

The beeper sounds when:

●

The power mode is in ACCESSORY.

●

The exterior lights are left on.

Quick Reference Guide

Why does the beeper sound when I start driving?

The beeper sounds when the driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.

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

Pressing the electric parking brake switch does not release the parking brake. Why?

Depressing the accelerator pedal does not release the parking brake automatically. Why?

Why does the gear position automatically change to

when I open the driver's door to check for parking space lines when reversing?

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

Press the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

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Fasten the driver’s seat belt.

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Check if the transmission is in (P or (N. If so, select any other position.

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Fasten the driver’s seat belt.

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Close the driver's door and manually change the gear position.

When opening the driver’s door (P 374)

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