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Braking

Brake System

1Braking

Parking Brake

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When you depress the brake pedal, you may hear a

whirring sound from the engine compartment. This is

because the brake system is in operation, and it is

normal.

Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the

parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.

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To apply

The electric parking brake can be applied any

time the vehicle has battery, no matter which

position the power mode is in.

1Parking Brake

You may hear the electric parking brake system

motor operating from the rear wheel area when you

apply or release the parking brake. This is normal.

Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently

and securely.

u The parking brake and brake system

indicator comes on.

The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric

parking brake system operation when you apply or

release the parking brake. This is normal.

Electric Parking

Brake Switch

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To release

You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the

12V-battery goes dead.

2 Jump Starting P. 643

The power mode must be in ON in order to

release the electric parking brake.

1. Depress the brake pedal.

2. Press the electric parking brake switch.

u The parking brake and brake system

indicator goes off.

If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake

switch while driving, the brakes on all four

wheels are applied by the electric servo brake

system until the vehicle come to a stop. The

electric parking brake then applies, and the

switch should be released.

Electric Parking

Brake Switch

Manually releasing the parking brake using

the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and

smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.

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uuBrakinguBrake System

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Automatic parking brake feature operation

1 Parking Brake

If the automatic parking brake feature has been activated:

• The parking brake is applied automatically when you set the power mode to OFF.

• To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and brake

system indicator is on.

In the following situations, the parking brake

automatically operates.

•

When the vehicle stops more than 10 minutes

while ACC with Low Speed Follow is activated.

When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while

your vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with

Low Speed Follow.

•

2 Activating and deactivating the automatic parking brake feature P. 549

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To release automatically

•

When the power system is turned off while ACC

with Low Speed Follow is activated.

Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.

Use the accelerator pedal to release the brake when you are starting the vehicle

facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.

When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake

hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.

When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while

your vehicle is stopped and brake hold is applied.

When the power system is turned off while brake

hold is applied.

Gently depress the accelerator pedal.

When on a hill, it may require more

accelerator input to release.

u The parking brake and brake system

indicator goes off.

When there is a problem with the Brake Hold

System while brake hold is applied.

If the parking brake cannot be released

automatically, release it manually.

Accelerator Pedal

When the vehicle is traveling uphill, the accelerator

pedal may need to be pressed farther to

You can release the parking brake automatically when:

• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.

• The power system is on.

automatically release the electric parking brake.

The parking brake cannot be released automatically

while the following indicators are on:

• The transmission is not in (P or (N

.

•

Malfunction indicator lamp

Transmission system indicator

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uuBrakinguBrake System

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Activating and deactivating the automatic parking brake feature

With the power mode is ON, carry out the following steps to either activate or

deactivate the automatic parking brake feature.

1Parking Brake

The parking brake may not be released automatically

while the following indicators are on:

•

Brake system indicator

VSA® system indicator

ABS indicator

1. Put the transmission into (P

.

2. Without depressing the brake pedal, pull up the electric parking brake switch.

u Check that the parking brake and brake system indicator has come on.

3. Pull up and hold the parking brake switch. When you hear a beeping sound,

release the switch and within 3 seconds pull up and hold the switch again.

4. When you hear a sound indicating that the procedure is completed, release the

switch.

Supplemental restraint system indicator

In cold climates, the parking brake may freeze in

place if applied.

When parking the vehicle, chock the wheels and

make sure the automatic parking brake feature is

deactivated.

u Two beeps indicates that the feature has been activated.

u One beep indicates that the feature has been deactivated.

u When you have completed activating the feature, the parking brake will

remain applied after you turn off the power system.

u To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and

brake system indicator is on.

Also, when putting your vehicle through a conveyor-

type car wash or when having your vehicle towed,

deactivate the automatic parking brake feature and

leave the parking brake released.

If you need to temporarily deactivate the feature for when putting your vehicle

through a conveyor type car wash. You can follow the procedure explained below.

1. Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.

2. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF and then within 2 seconds push down the

parking brake switch.

u Activation and deactivation settings for the feature will not be affected.

u Before temporarily deactivating the feature, make sure to first turn off both

ACC with Low Speed Follow and the automatic brake hold system.

u To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and

brake system indicator is on.

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uuBrakinguBrake System

1Foot Brake

Foot Brake

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Check the brakes after driving through deep water,

or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If

necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the

pedal several times.

Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. The brake assist system

increases the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an

emergency situation. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you retain steering

control when braking very hard.

If you hear a continuous metallic friction sound when

applying the brakes, this is caused by the brake wear

indicator rubbing on the brake rotor and indicates

that the brake pads need to be replaced. Have the

vehicle checked by a dealer. If you hear only an

occasional squeak or squeal when you initially apply

the brake pedal, this may be normal and caused by

high frequency vibration of the brake pads against

the rotating brake disc.

2 Brake Assist System P. 554

2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 553

Applying constant pressure to the brakes while going

down a long hill can cause the brakes to heat up,

resulting in a loss of stopping power. Therefore,

when descending a long hill, release the accelerator

pedal and allow regenerative braking to slow the

vehicle down. To adjust the rate of deceleration, use

the deceleration paddle selector.

When the high voltage battery has fully recharged,

regenerative braking may not be possible.

2 POWER/CHARGE Gauge P. 124

2

High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge P. 125

2 Deceleration Paddle Selector P. 480

Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while

driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause

them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad

life. It will also confuse drivers behind you.

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uuBrakinguBrake System

1Automatic Brake Hold

Automatic Brake Hold

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Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is

pressed. You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at

traffic lights and in heavy traffic.

3

WARNING

Activating the automatic brake hold system

on steep hills or slippery roads may still

allow the vehicle to move if you remove

your foot from the brake pedal.

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Turning on the system

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Activating the system

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Canceling the system

If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may

cause a crash resulting in serious injury or

death.

Comes

On

Comes

On

Goes

Off

Never activate the automatic brake hold

system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from

moving when stopped on a steep hill or

slippery roads.

Automatic Brake

Hold Button

Brake Pedal

Accelerator Pedal

Fasten your seat belt

properly, then start the

power system. Press the

automatic brake hold

button.

Depress the brake pedal

to come to a complete

stop. The transmission

Depress the accelerator

pedal while the

transmission is in a other

than (P or (N. The

system is cancelled and

the vehicle starts to

move.

The automatic brake

hold indicator goes

off. The system

3

WARNING

must not be in (P or (R

.

●

The automatic brake

hold indicator comes

on. Braking is kept for

up to 10 minutes.

Release the brake pedal

after the automatic

brake hold indicator

comes on.

Using the automatic brake hold system to

park the vehicle may result in the vehicle

unexpectedly moving.

●

The automatic brake

hold system indicator

comes on. The system

is turned on.

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If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may

cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or

death.

continues to be on.

Never leave the vehicle when braking is

temporarily kept by automatic brake hold

and always park the vehicle by putting the

transmission in (P and applying the parking

brake.

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uuBrakinguBrake System

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The system automatically cancels when:

• You engage the parking brake.

1Automatic Brake Hold

While the system is activated, you can turn off the

power system or park the vehicle through the same

procedure as you normally do.

• You depress the brake pedal and put the transmission into (P or (R

.

2 When Stopped P. 555

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The system automatically cancels and the parking brake is applied when:

• Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.

• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.

Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,

the automatic brake hold turns off once the power

system is off.

• The power system is turned off.

• There is a problem with automatic brake hold system.

1Turning off the automatic brake hold system

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Turning off the automatic brake hold system

While the system is on, press the automatic

brake hold button again.

Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold

system before using an automated car wash.

u The automatic brake hold system

indicator goes off.

You may hear an operating noise if the vehicle moves

while the automatic brake hold system is in

operation.

Goes

Off

If you want to turn off automatic brake hold

while the system is in operation, press the

automatic brake hold button with the brake

pedal depressed.

Automatic Brake

Hold Button

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uuBrakinguAnti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

1Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

ABS

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NOTICE

Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by

pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you.

The ABS may not function correctly if you use a tire of

the wrong size or type.

The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also

balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading.

If the ABS indicator comes on while driving, there

may be a problem with the system.

While normal braking is not affected, there is a

possibility that the ABS will not be operating. Have

your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always

keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as

“stomp and steer.“

The ABS is not designed for the purpose of reducing

the time or distance it takes for a vehicle to stop: It is

designed to limit brake lockup which can lead to

skidding and loss of steering control.

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ABS operation

The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Depress the brake

pedal and keep holding the pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to

press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel

the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

In the following cases, your vehicle may need more

distance to stop than a vehicle without the ABS:

•

You are driving on rough or uneven road surfaces,

such as gravel or snow.

ABS may activate when you depress the brake pedal when driving on:

• Wet or snow covered roads.

The following may be observed with the ABS system:

•

Motor sounds coming from the engine

compartment when the brakes are applied, or

when system checks are being performed after the

engine has been started and while the vehicle

accelerates.

• Roads paved with stone.

• Roads with uneven surfaces, such as potholes, cracks, manholes, etc.

When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.

•

Brake pedal and/or the vehicle body vibration when

ABS activates.

These vibrations and sounds are normal to ABS

systems and are no cause for concern.

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uuBrakinguBrake Assist System

Brake Assist System

Designed to assist the driver by generating greater braking force when you depress

the brake pedal hard during emergency braking.

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Brake assist system operation

Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking.

When brake assist operates, the pedal may wiggle slightly and an operating noise

may be heard. This is normal. Keep holding the brake pedal firmly down.

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Parking Your Vehicle

When Stopped

1. Depress the brake pedal firmly.

1Parking Your Vehicle

2. With the brake pedal depressed, pull up the electric parking brake switch slowly,

but fully.

3

WARNING

3. Change the shift position to (P

4. Turn off the power system.

.

The vehicle can roll away if left unattended

without confirming that Park is engaged.

u The parking brake and brake system indicator goes off in about 15 seconds.

A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash

resulting in serious injury or death.

Always set the parking brake firmly, in particular if you are parked on an incline.

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal

until you have confirmed that (P is shown

on the shift position indicator.

Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,

such as dry grass, oil, or timber.

Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.

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uuParking Your VehicleuWhen Stopped

1When Stopped

NOTICE

The following can damage the driveline:

•

Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals

simultaneously.

•

Changing to (P before the vehicle stops

completely.

When facing uphill, do not hold the vehicle by

depressing the accelerator pedal.

Doing so may cause the power system to overheat

and fail.

In extremely cold temperatures, the parking brake

may freeze up if applied. If such temperatures are

expected, do not apply the parking brake but, if

parking on a slope, either turn the front wheels so

they will contact the curb if the vehicle rolls down the

slope or block the wheels to keep the vehicle from

moving. If you do not take either precaution, the

vehicle may roll unexpectedly, leading to a crash.

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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System^*

Parking Sensor System^*

1Parking Sensor System^*

The corner and center sensors monitor obstacles around your vehicle, and the

beeper, driver information interface and audio/information screen let you know the

approximate distance between your vehicle and the obstacle.

Even when the system is on, always confirm if there is

no obstacle near your vehicle before parking.

The system may not work properly when:

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The sensor location and range

•

The sensors are covered with snow, ice, mud or

dirt.

Front Corner Sensors

Rear Corner Sensors

Front Center Sensors

Rear Center Sensors

•

The vehicle is on uneven surface, such as grass,

bumps, or a hill.

•

The vehicle has been out in hot or cold weather.

The system is affected by devices that emit

ultrasonic waves.

•

Driving in bad weather.

The system may not sense:

•

Thin or low objects.

Sonic-absorptive materials, such as snow, cotton,

or sponge.

•

Objects directly under the bumper.

Front: Within about 24 in (60 cm)

or less

Rear: Within about 28 in (70 cm)

or less

Front: Within about 39 in (100 cm)

or less

Rear: Within about 43 in (110 cm)

or less

Do not put any accessories on or around the sensors.

* Not available on all models

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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System^*

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Parking sensor system on and off

With the power mode in ON, press the

1Parking sensor system on and off

When you set the power mode to ON, the system will

be in the previously selected condition.

parking sensor system button to turn on or off

the system. The indicator in the button comes

on when the system is on.

The front corner and front center sensors start

to detect an obstacle when the transmission is

in any position other than (P or (R, and the

vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

The front corner, rear corner and rear center

sensors start to detect an obstacle when the

transmission is in (R, and the vehicle speed is

less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System^*

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Screen Operation

1Screen Operation

You can switch the display to normal display

or split display by touching the tab vicinity or

on the camera display.

Normal display

If the parking sensor system is off or there is a

malfunction in the system, the tab disappears, and

the split display returns to the normal display.

Tab

You can also switch the display to normal display or

split display using the audio/information screen.

2 Customized Features P. 366

Touch

Camera

display

Split display

Touch

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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System^*

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When the distance between your vehicle and obstacles behind becomes shorter

Distance between the Bumper and Obstacle

Length of the

Driver Information Interface/

Audio/Information Screen

Indicator

intermittent beep

Corner Sensors

Center Sensors

Front: About 41-26 in

(105-65 cm)

Rear: About 45-26 in

(115-65 cm)

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Blinks in Yellow^*1

Blinks in Amber

Blinks in Red

Moderate

Front: About 26-19 in

(65-50 cm)

Rear: About 30-19 in

(75-50 cm)

Indicators light where the

sensor detects an obstacle

About 26-19 in (65-50 cm)

Short

About 19-16 in (50-40 cm) About 19-16 in (50-40 cm)

About 16 in (40 cm) or less About 16 in (40 cm) or less

Very short

Continuous

Indicators light where the

sensor detects an obstacle

*1: At this stage, only the center sensors detect obstacles.

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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System^*

1Turning off All Rear Sensors

Turning off All Rear Sensors

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When you shift to (R, the indicator in the parking

sensor system button blinks as a reminder that the

rear sensors have been turned off.

1. Make sure that the parking sensor system is not activated. Set the power mode to

VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).

2. Press and hold the parking sensor system button, and set the power mode to ON.

3. Keep pressing the button for 10 seconds. Release the button when the indicator

in the button flashes.

4. Press the button again. The indicator in the button goes off.

u The beeper sounds twice. The rear sensors are now turned off.

To turn the rear sensors on again, follow the above procedure. The beeper sounds

three times when the rear sensors come back on.

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uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor^*

Cross Traffic Monitor^*

1Cross Traffic Monitor^*

Monitors the rear corner areas using the radar sensors when reversing, and alerts

you if a vehicle approaching from a rear corner is detected.

3

CAUTION

The system is convenient when you are backing out of a parking space.

Cross Traffic Monitor cannot detect all

approaching vehicles and may not detect

an approaching vehicle at all.

Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to

back up the vehicle before doing so may

result in a collision.

Do not solely rely on the system when

reversing; always also use your mirrors, and

look behind and to the sides of your vehicle

before reversing.

* Not available on all models

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uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor^*

1Cross Traffic Monitor^*

How the System Works

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Cross Traffic Monitor may not detect or may delay

alerting an approaching vehicle, or may alert without

an approaching vehicle under the following

conditions:

The system activates when:

• The power mode is in ON.

• The Cross Traffic Monitor system is turned

on.

•

An obstacle, such as another vehicle and a wall,

near your vehicle’s rear bumper, is blocking the

radar sensor’s scope.

2 Cross Traffic Monitor On and Off P. 565

• The transmission is in (R

.

•

Your vehicle is moving at the speed of about 3 mph

(5 km/h) or higher.

A vehicle is approaching at the speed other than

between about 6 mph (10 km/h) and 16 mph (25

km/h).

• Your vehicle is moving at 3 mph (5 km/h) or

lower.

Radar sensors:

Underneath the rear bumper

corners

•

The system picks up external interference such as

other radar sensors from another vehicle or strong

radio wave transmitted from a facility nearby.

Either corner of the rear bumper is covered with

snow, ice, mud or dirt.

When a vehicle is detected approaching from a rear corner, Cross Traffic Monitor

alerts you with a buzzer and a displayed warning.

•

When there is bad weather.

Your vehicle is on an incline.

Your vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load in the rear.

Your vehicle is reversing towards a wall, a pole, a

vehicle, and so on.

The system will not detect a vehicle that approaches from directly behind your

vehicle, nor will it provide alerts about a detected vehicle when it moves directly

behind your vehicle.

The rear bumper or the sensors have been improperly

repaired or the rear bumper has been deformed.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

The system does not detect or provide alerts for a vehicle that is moving away from

your vehicle, and it may alert for pedestrians, bicycles, or stationary objects.

For proper operation, always keep the rear bumper

corner area clean.

Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with labels

or stickers of any kind.

* Not available on all models

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uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor^*

1When the System Detects a Vehicle

If the on the lower right changes to

When the System Detects a Vehicle

■

when the

transmission is in (R, mud snow or ice may have

accumulated in the vicinity of the sensor. Check the

bumper corners for any obstructions, and thoroughly

clean the area if necessary.

Arrow Icon

If the

comes on when the transmission is in (R,

there may be a problem with the Cross Traffic

Monitor system. Do not use the system and have your

vehicle checked by a dealer.

Normal View

Wide View

Top Down View

If the display remains the same with the transmission

in (R, there may be a problem with the rear camera

system and the Cross Traffic Monitor system.

Do not use the system and have your vehicle checked

by a dealer.

An arrow icon appears on the side a vehicle is approaching on the audio/information

screen.

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uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor^*

Cross Traffic Monitor On and Off

■

You can switch on and off the system using the audio/information screen.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Camera.

4. Select Cross Traffic Monitor.

5. Select On or Off, then select OK.

The system can also be turned on and off on

the audio/information screen by pressing the

CTM icon.

Icon

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Multi-View Rear Camera

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

The audio/information screen can display your vehicle’s rear view.

1About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

The display automatically changes to a rear view when the transmission is put into (R

.

The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see

the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath

the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects

appear closer or farther than they actually are.

Multi-View Rear Camera Display Area

■

Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing

up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and

high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do

not rely on the rearview display which does not give

you all information about conditions at the back of

your vehicle.

Wide View Mode

Approx.

39 inches

(1 m)

Approx.

20 inches

(50 cm)

Tailgate

Open

Range

Normal View Mode

Top Down View Mode

If the camera lens is covered with dirt or moisture,

use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free

of debris.

Bumper

Guidelines

Models with Display Audio

Camera

You can change the Fixed Guideline and Dynamic

Guideline settings.

2 Customized Features P. 366

Fixed Guideline

On: Guidelines appear when you put the

transmission into (R

.

Off: Guidelines do not appear.

Dynamic Guideline

On: Guidelines move according to the steering wheel

direction.

Off: Guidelines do not move.

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uuMulti-View Rear CamerauAbout Your Multi-View Rear Camera

1About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

You can view three different camera angles on the rearview display.

Models with color audio system

You can change the Camera Guideline On or Off

settings.

Models with color audio system

Press the selector knob to switch the angle.

Models with Display Audio

Touch the appropriate icon to switch the angle.

: Wide view mode

2 Customized Features P. 359

Camera Guideline

On: Guidelines appear when you put the

: Normal view mode

: Top down view mode

transmission into (R

.

Off: Guidelines do not appear.

All models

• If you were last using Wide view mode or Normal view mode, the same view

mode will be activated the next time you put the transmission into (R

.

• If you were using Top down view mode before you turned off the power system,

Wide view mode will be activated the next time you set the power mode to ON

and put the transmission into (R

.

• If you were using Top down view mode and 10 seconds elapsed after you took

the transmission out of (R, Wide view mode will be activated the next time you

put the transmission into (R

.

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