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Glove box
Glove box
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Unlock with the key
Lock with the key
Open (pull lever)
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Glove box and console boxes
The power back door main switch is located in the glove box. (→P. 13)
CAUTION
Keep the glove box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Console boxes
Front
Open Close
Rear (if equipped)
Pull up the knob to release the lock.
Lift the armrest to open.
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Open the cup holder lid on the console box.
Adjust the position of the box while lifting the lock release lever.
CAUTION
•Do not adjust the position of the console box while the vehicle is moving.
This may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and may lead to an accident that results in death or serious injury.
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Console boxes and overhead console
CAUTION
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Overhead console
The overhead console is useful for temporarily storing sunglasses and similar small items.
CAUTION
Do not leave glasses or lighters in the console.
If the interior of the vehicle becomes hot, lighters may explode and glasses may warp or become cracked.
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Cup holders
Front (type A)
To open, press in and release the front cup holder.
Front (type B)
To open, press down and release 3 the rear of the cup holder lid.
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To open, press down the button on the armrest.
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Cup holders and door pockets
CAUTION
Keep the cup holders closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Door pockets
The door pocket can be opened and closed.
CAUTION
Keep the door pockets closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
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•Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois.
•For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly with water.
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•Fold the mirrors back.
•Remove the antenna.
•Turn the power back door system off.
•After driving near the sea coast
•After driving on salted roads
•If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
•If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
•After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron powder or chemical substances
•If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
•If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
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CAUTION
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
•Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
•Remove loose dirt using a vacuum cleaner.
•Apply a mild soap solution to the synthetic leather using a sponge or soft cloth.
•Allow the solution to soak in for a few minutes. Remove the dirt and wipe off the solution with a clean, damp cloth.
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Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
CAUTION
•Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet. (→P. 58)
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function properly, resulting in death or severe injury.
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NOTICE
•Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and may also cause the body to rust.
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Sun visors
Forward position: Flip down.
Side position:
Flip down, unhook, and swing to the side.
At this position, the visors can be slid backward.
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3-6. Other interior features
Vanity mirror
Open
The light turns on when the cover is opened.
Adjust the brightness of the light
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Clock
Adjusts the hour.
Adjusts the minutes.
Rounds to the nearest hour.*
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Outside temperature display
Displays the outside air temperature
The temperature range that can be displayed is from -22°F (-30°C) to 122°F (50°C).
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Multi-display light control
Adjusts the brightness of the light
Push and release the button until the desired brightness is obtained.
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Power outlet
12 V: Accessories that run on less than 10 A.
115 VAC: Audio device that use less than 100 W.
On center cluster (12 V)
Tray under the front console box (12 V)
Luggage compartment (12 V)
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Luggage compartment (115 VAC*)
Main switch
To use the power outlet, turn on the main switch.
Power outlet socket
115 VAC
NOTICE
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit.
12 V
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ON
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat temperature
The further you turn the knob clockwise, the warmer the seat becomes.
CAUTION
•Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
•Persons with sensitive skin
•Persons who are fatigued
•Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
•Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the seat and may lead to overheating.
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Armrest
Pull the armrest down for use.
Pull the armrest down for use.
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Floor mat
Secure the driver’s floor mat using the hooks provided.
CAUTION
Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet.
If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an accident.
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Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks are provided for securing loose items.
To lift the luggage mat up, press down the button.
An auxiliary box is under the luggage mat.
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Removing luggage cover
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Lift up
After removing the luggage cover, stow it in the auxiliary box or place it somewhere other than the passenger compartment.
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Automatic retract function of luggage cover
Active position Inactive position
CAUTION
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Garage door opener
The garage door opener (HomeLink→ Universal Transceiver) is manufactured under license from HomeLink→.
Programming the HomeLink→ (for U.S.A. owners)
The HomeLink→ compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the programming method below appropriate for the device.
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Point the remote control for the device 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm) from the HomeLink→ control buttons.
Keep the indicator light on the HomeLink→ in view while programming.
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If programming a garage door opener, check to see if the garage door opens and closes. If the garage door does not operate, see if your garage transmitter is of the Rolling Code type. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink→ button. The garage door has the rolling code feature if the indicator light (on the HomeLink→) flashes rapidly for 2 seconds and then remains lit. If your transmitter is the Rolling Code type, proceed to the heading “Programming a rolling code system”.
STEP 4 Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of the remaining HomeLink→ buttons.
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