Controls for Your Honda CR-V SUV 2023

Controls  
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.  
Childproof Door Locks .....................165  
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ..........166  
Tailgate.............................................. 167  
Security System  
Moonroof* ........................................ 185  
Steering Wheel  
Light Switches.................................. 190  
Fog Lights* ...................................... 194  
Daytime Running Lights ................... 194  
Auto High-Beam.............................. 195  
Wipers and Washers ........................ 198  
Seats.................................................. 208  
Interior Convenience Items.............. 218  
Climate Control System  
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 235  
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ......241  
Immobilizer System .......................... 178  
Security System Alarm*....................178  
* Not available on all models  
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Clock  
Adjusting the Clock  
Models with Display Audio  
1Adjusting the Clock  
The clock is automatically updated through the audio system.  
The clock in the driver information interface is  
automatically adjusted along with the audio system’s  
clock display.  
All models  
You can adjust the time manually in the audio/information screen, with the power  
mode is in ON.  
Adjusting the Time  
Models with color audio system  
Selector Knob  
Using the MENU/CLOCK button  
1. Press and hold the MENU/CLOCK button.  
u Adjust Clock is selected.  
1Using the MENU/CLOCK button  
These indications are used to show how to operate  
the selector knob.  
Rotate  
Press  
to select.  
to enter.  
2. Rotate  
3. Rotate  
.
4. To enter the selection, rotate  
Set, then press  
to change hour, then press  
to change minute, then press  
.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12  
hour clock or 24 hour clock.  
2 Customized Features P. 362  
and select  
MENU/CLOCK Button  
.
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uuClockuAdjusting the Clock  
Models with Display Audio  
Using the Settings menu on the audio/  
information screen  
1. Select Settings.  
2. Select Clock.  
1Using the Settings menu on the audio/information screen  
You can customize the clock display to show the 12  
hour clock or 24 hour clock and turn the clock display  
on and off.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
3. Select Clock Adjustment.  
You can also adjust the clock by touching the clock  
displayed on the upper right corner of the display.  
1. Touch the clock on the display for a few seconds.  
2. Select Settings.  
3
4
4. Select  
5. Select  
or  
or  
to change hour.  
to change minute, then  
3
4
select OK.  
3. Select Clock.  
4. Select Clock Adjustment.  
5. Select 3 or 4 to change hour.  
6. Select 3 or 4 to change minute, then select OK.  
You cannot adjust the time while the vehicle is  
moving.  
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors  
Key  
This vehicle comes with the following keys:  
1Key  
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The  
Use the keys to turn on and off the power  
system, and to lock and unlock the doors and  
tailgate.  
immobilizer system helps protect against vehicle  
theft.  
2 Immobilizer System P. 178  
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the  
keys:  
Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in  
locations with high temperature or high humidity.  
Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.  
Keep the keys away from liquids.  
Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the  
battery.  
Built-in Key  
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the  
doors when the keyless remote battery  
becomes weak and the power door lock/  
unlock operation is disabled.  
Built-in Key  
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power  
system may not activate, and the remote transmitter  
may not work.  
If the keys do not work properly, have them  
inspected by a dealer.  
To remove the built-in key, slide the release  
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall  
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the  
keyless remote until it clicks.  
You can remotely turn the power system on using the  
remote engine start.  
2 Remote Engine Start P. 471  
Release Knob  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuKey  
1Key Number Tag  
Key Number Tag  
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a  
safe place outside of your vehicle.  
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a  
dealer.  
Contains a number that you will need if you  
purchase a replacement key.  
If you lose your key and you cannot activate the  
power system, contact a dealer.  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLow Keyless Remote Signal Strength  
Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength  
The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the keyless remote when locking/  
unlocking the doors, opening the tailgate, or to activate the power system.  
1Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength  
Communication between the keyless remote and the  
vehicle consumes the keyless remote’s battery.  
Battery life is about two years, but this varies  
depending on regularity of use.  
The battery is consumed whenever the keyless  
remote is receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing  
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and  
personal computers.  
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the tailgate, or  
activating the power system may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:  
Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.  
You are carrying the keyless remote together with telecommunications  
equipment, laptop computers, cell phones, or wireless devices.  
A metallic object is touching or covering the keyless remote.  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
1Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
Using the Keyless Access System  
If the interior light switch is in the door activated  
the doors and tailgate.  
No doors opened: The light fades out after 30  
seconds.  
When you carry the keyless remote, you can  
lock/unlock the doors and open the tailgate.  
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius  
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door  
handle or tailgate outer handle.  
Doors and tailgate relocked: The light goes off  
immediately.  
2 Interior Lights P. 218  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
Locking the doors and tailgate  
1Using the Keyless Access System  
Door Lock  
Sensor  
Touch the door lock sensor on the front door  
or press the lock button on the tailgate.  
u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper  
sounds; all the doors and tailgate lock;  
and the security system* sets.  
If you do not open a door or the tailgate within 30  
seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the keyless  
access system, the doors and tailgate will  
automatically relock.  
You can lock or unlock doors using the keyless access  
system only when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.  
The keyless access system will not lock the vehicle  
when a door is open.  
Do not leave the keyless remote in the vehicle  
when you get out. Carry it with you.  
Even if you are not carrying the keyless remote, you  
can lock/unlock the doors and tailgate while  
someone else with the keyless remote is within  
range.  
The door may be unlocked if the door handle is  
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if  
the keyless remote is within range.  
Lock Button  
If you grip a front door handle or touch a door lock  
sensor wearing gloves, the door sensor may be  
slow to respond or may not respond by locking or  
unlocking the doors.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
Unlocking the doors and tailgate  
1Using the Keyless Access System  
Grab the driver’s door handle:  
u The driver’s door unlocks.  
After locking the door, you have up to 2 seconds  
during which you can pull the door handle to  
confirm whether the door is locked. If you need to  
unlock the door immediately after locking it, wait  
at least 2 seconds before gripping the handle,  
otherwise the door will not unlock.  
The door might not open if you pull it immediately  
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle  
again and confirm that the door is unlocked before  
pulling the handle.  
Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may  
not be able to lock/unlock the doors and the  
tailgate with the keyless remote if it is above or  
below the outside handle.  
The keyless remote may not operate if it is too close  
to the door, door glass and tailgate.  
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the  
beeper sounds twice.  
Grab the front passenger’s door handle:  
u All the doors and tailgate unlock.  
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the  
beeper sounds twice.  
Press the tailgate outer handle:  
u The tailgate unlocks.  
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the  
beeper sounds twice.  
2 Opening/Closing the Tailgate P. 168  
The light flashes, and beeper sounds and unlock  
settings can be customized using the driver  
information interface* or audio/information screen*.  
Models with color audio system  
Outer Handle  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
Models with power tailgate  
You can also unlock and open with the power  
tailgate.  
2 Using the Tailgate Outer Handle P. 174  
* Not available on all models  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
Locking the doors and tailgate (Walk  
away auto lock®)  
When you walk away from the vehicle with all  
doors and tailgate closed while carrying the  
keyless remote, the doors and tailgate will  
automatically lock.  
The auto lock function activates when all  
doors and tailgate are closed, and the keyless  
remote is within about 5 feet (1.5 m) radius of  
1Locking the doors and tailgate (Walk away auto lock®)  
The auto lock function is set to OFF as the factory  
default setting. The auto lock function can be set to  
ON using the driver information interface* or audio/  
information screen*.  
If you set the auto lock function to ON using the  
driver information interface* or audio/information  
screen*, only the keyless remote that was used to  
unlock the driver’s door prior to the setting change  
can activate auto lock.  
The activation range of  
the auto lock function is  
about 5 feet (1.5 m)  
Models with color audio system  
the outside door handle or tailgate outer  
handle.  
Exit vehicle while carrying keyless remote and  
close door(s) and tailgate.  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
1. While within about 5 feet (1.5 m) radius of  
the vehicle.  
u The beeper sounds; the auto lock  
function will be activated.  
After the auto lock function has been activated, when  
you stay within the locking/unlocking operation range,  
the indicator on the keyless remote will continue to flash  
until the doors and tailgate are locked.  
2. Carry the keyless remote beyond about 5  
feet (1.5 m) from the vehicle and remain  
outside this range for 2 or more seconds.  
u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper  
sounds; all doors and tailgate will then  
lock.  
When you stay beside the vehicle within the  
operation range, the doors and tailgate will  
automatically lock approximately 30 seconds after  
the auto lock function activating beeper sounds.  
When you open a door or tailgate after the auto lock  
function activating beeper sounds, the auto lock  
function will be canceled.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
To temporarily deactivate the function:  
1Locking the doors and tailgate (Walk away auto lock®)  
1. Set the power mode to OFF.  
2. Open the driver’s door.  
3. Using the master door lock switch, operate  
the lock as follows:  
Under the following circumstances, the auto lock  
function will not activate:  
The keyless remote is inside the vehicle.  
uThe beeper will not sound.  
The keyless remote is taken out of its operational  
range before all doors and tailgate are closed.  
uThe beeper will sound.  
Lock  
Unlock  
Lock  
Unlock.  
u The beeper sounds and the function is  
deactivated.  
Models with power tailgate  
If equipped, the user must wait until the power  
tailgate fully closes before the auto lock function will  
be activated.  
To restore the function:  
Set the power mode to ON.  
Lock the vehicle without using the auto lock  
function.  
The auto lock function does not operate when any of  
the following conditions are met.  
With the keyless remote on you, move out  
of the auto lock function operation range.  
Open any door.  
The keyless remote is inside the vehicle.  
A door, tailgate or the hood is not closed.  
The power mode is set to any mode other than OFF.  
The keyless remote is not located within a radius of  
about 5 feet (1.5 m) from the vehicle when you get  
out of the vehicle and close the doors and tailgate.  
Auto lock function operation stop beeper  
After the auto lock function has been activated, the  
auto lock operation stop beeper sounds for  
approximately two seconds in the following cases.  
The keyless remote is put inside the vehicle through  
a window.  
You are located too close to the vehicle.  
The keyless remote is put inside the tailgate.  
If the warning beeper sounds, check that you are  
carrying the keyless remote. Then, open/close a door  
and confirm the auto lock activation beeper sounds  
once.  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
1Using the Remote Transmitter  
Using the Remote Transmitter  
If you do not open a door or the tailgate within 30  
seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the remote  
transmitter, the doors and tailgate will automatically  
relock.  
You can change the relock timer setting.  
Models with color audio system  
Locking the doors and tailgate  
Press the lock button.  
LED  
Once:  
Lock  
Unlock  
Button  
u Some exterior lights flash, all the doors  
and tailgate lock, and the security  
system* sets.  
Button  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
Twice (within five seconds after the first  
push):  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
u The beeper sounds and verifies the  
security system* is set.  
You can lock or unlock doors using the remote  
transmitter only when the power mode is in VEHICLE  
OFF.  
Unlocking the doors and tailgate  
Press the unlock button.  
Once:  
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so  
the operating range may vary depending on the  
surroundings.  
u Some exterior lights flash twice, and the  
driver’s door unlocks.  
Twice:  
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is  
open.  
u The remaining doors and tailgate unlock.  
If the distance at which the remote transmitter works  
varies, the battery is probably low.  
If the LED does not come on when you press a  
button, the battery is dead.  
2 Replacing the Remote Battery P. 617  
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.  
Models with color audio system  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
* Not available on all models  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key  
Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key  
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all the  
If the lock or unlock button of the remote transmitter does not work, use the key  
instead.  
other doors and tailgate lock at the same time. When  
unlocking, the driver’s door unlocks first. Turn the  
key a second time within a few seconds to unlock the  
remaining doors and the tailgate.  
Fully insert the key and turn it.  
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.  
Models with color audio system  
Lock  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
Unlock  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside  
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key  
Locking a Door Without Using a Key  
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors  
and tailgate lock at the same time.  
If you do not have the key on you, or if for some reason you cannot lock a door using  
the key, you can lock the door without it.  
Locking the driver’s door  
Push the lock tab forward a or push the  
master door lock switch in the lock direction  
b, and close the door.  
Before locking a door, make sure that the key is not  
inside the vehicle.  
Locking the passenger’s doors  
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.  
Lockout prevention system  
The doors and tailgate cannot be locked when the keyless remote is inside the  
vehicle.  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside  
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside  
1Using the Lock Tab  
Using the Lock Tab  
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the  
driver’s door, all of the other doors and tailgate lock  
at the same time.  
Locking a door  
Push the lock tab forward.  
Lock Tab  
To lock  
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the  
driver’s door, only the driver’s door will unlock.  
Unlocking a door  
Pull the lock tab rearward.  
To unlock  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside  
1Unlocking Using the Front Door Inner Handle  
Unlocking Using the Front Door Inner Handle  
The front door inner handles are designed to allow  
front seat occupants to open the door in one motion.  
the vehicle is in motion.  
Pull the front door inner handle.  
u The door unlocks and opens in one  
motion.  
Children should always ride in a rear seat where  
childproof door locks are provided.  
2 Childproof Door Locks P. 165  
Inner Handle  
Unlocking and opening the driver’s door from the inner handle unlocks all the other  
doors.  
To avoid all the doors unlocking use the lock tab on the driver’s door to unlock, then  
lock again before opening the door.  
u This setting works for one time only. If you do not want all the doors to unlock  
all the time, customize the Auto Door Unlock setting to OFF*1/Off*2 using the  
driver information interface* or audio/information screen*.  
Models with color audio system  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
*1: Models with color audio  
*2: Models with Display Audio  
* Not available on all models  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuChildproof Door Locks  
1Using the Master Door Lock Switch  
Using the Master Door Lock Switch  
When you lock/unlock either front door using the  
master door lock switch, all the other doors and the  
tailgate lock/unlock at the same time.  
Press the master door lock switch in as shown  
to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate.  
To lock  
To unlock  
Master Door Lock Switch  
Childproof Door Locks  
The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside  
regardless of the position of the lock tab.  
1Childproof Door Locks  
To open the door from the inside when the  
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the  
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your  
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door  
handle.  
Setting the Childproof Door Locks  
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock  
position, and close the door.  
Unlock  
When opening the door  
Open the door using the outside door handle.  
Lock  
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking  
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking  
Your vehicle locks or unlocks all doors automatically when a certain condition is met.  
1Auto Door Locking/Unlocking  
You can turn off or change to another auto door  
locking/unlocking setting using the driver  
information interface* or audio/information screen*.  
Models with color audio system  
Auto Door Locking  
Drive lock mode  
All doors and tailgate lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
Auto Door Unlocking  
Driver’s door open mode  
All doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened.  
* Not available on all models  
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Tailgate  
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate  
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or  
closing it.  
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate  
3
WARNING  
Models without power tailgate  
Anyone caught in the path of a tailgate  
that is being opened or closed can be  
seriously injured.  
Open the tailgate all the way.  
u If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.  
Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close.  
Make sure that all people are clear of the  
tailgate before opening or closing it.  
All models  
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:  
u Avoid possible damage.  
u Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.  
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 86  
Be careful not to hit your head on the tailgate or to  
put your hands between the tailgate and the cargo  
area when closing the tailgate.  
When you are storing or picking up cargo from the  
cargo area, or by using a forward and back kicking  
motion under the center of the rear bumper for  
hands free access*, while the engine is idling, do not  
stand in front of the exhaust pipe. You may get  
burned.  
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They  
may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden  
acceleration, or a crash.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Tailgate  
Opening/Closing the Tailgate  
When all the doors are unlocked or you press  
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate  
the tailgate unlock button on the remote  
transmitter, the tailgate is unlocked.  
Press the outer handle and lift open the  
tailgate.  
Make sure cargo or other items do not touch the  
tailgate support struts.  
If you are carrying the keyless remote, you do  
not have to unlock the tailgate before  
opening it.  
Outer Handle  
Inner Handle  
To close the tailgate, grab the inner handle,  
pull the tailgate down, and push it closed  
from outside.  
Tailgate Support Struts  
If you close the tailgate when all the doors are  
locked, the tailgate locks automatically.  
u Some exterior lights flash.  
1Opening/Closing the Tailgate  
Do not leave the keyless remote, in the vehicle  
when you get out. Carry it with you.  
Even if you are not carrying the keyless remote, you  
can lock/unlock the tailgate while someone else  
with the keyless remote is within range.  
Do not leave the keys inside the cargo area and  
close the tailgate. The beeper sounds and the  
tailgate cannot be closed.  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Tailgate  
1Using the Remote Transmitter  
Using the Remote Transmitter  
If you have unlocked and opened the tailgate using  
the remote transmitter, when closing, the tailgate  
locks automatically.  
Press the tailgate unlock button to unlock the  
tailgate.  
Tailgate  
Unlock  
Button  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
The power tailgate can be operated by pressing the power tailgate button on the  
remote transmitter, pressing the power tailgate button in the driver’s side control  
panel, pressing the button on the tailgate, or by raising and lowering your foot  
under the center of the rear bumper for hands free access*.  
3
WARNING  
Opening or closing a power tailgate while  
any part of a passenger is in the tailgate’s  
operating path can cause serious injury.  
The power tailgate can be opened/closed when the transmission is in (P.  
Make sure all passengers or objects are  
clear of the tailgate operating range  
before opening or closing the tailgate.  
NOTICE  
Do not push or pull on the power tailgate when it is  
being automatically opened or closed.  
Forcibly opening or closing the power tailgate while  
in operation can deform the tailgate frame.  
When operating the power tailgate, make sure there is  
enough space around your vehicle. People near the tailgate  
may be seriously hurt if the tailgate hits or closes on their  
heads. Be especially cautious if children are around.  
The power tailgate may not open or close under the  
following conditions:  
You activate the power system while the tailgate is  
automatically opening or closing.  
The vehicle is parked on a steep hill.  
The vehicle is swayed in a strong wind.  
The tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice.  
If you close the power tailgate when all the doors are  
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
1Using the Hands Free Access*  
Using the Hands Free Access*  
During rain or in other instances when the vehicle  
becomes wet, the sensor may not properly detect  
your foot motion.  
Use a forward and back kicking motion for  
about 1 second under the center of the rear  
bumper to open or close the power tailgate  
while carrying the keyless remote.  
u Some exterior lights flash and a beeper  
sound, then the tailgate begins to move.  
When performing work on or around the rear section  
of the vehicle, you may inadvertently open or close  
the tailgate.  
To prevent this from happening, select Customized  
Features on the audio/information screen and then  
select OFF for the feature.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
If you hold your foot under the bumper for too long  
or sweep your foot from side to side, the power  
tailgate does not open or close.  
This function will not operate if you don’t have the  
keyless remote on you. Please make sure you have  
the keyless remote on you.  
1 sec.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
Using the Remote Transmitter  
If you replace the 12-volt battery or the power  
tailgate fuse while the tailgate is open, the power  
tailgate may be disabled. The power tailgate resumes  
once you manually close the tailgate.  
Press the power tailgate button for more than  
one second to operate when the power mode  
is in VEHICLE OFF.  
u Some exterior lights flash and the beeper  
sounds.  
Installing aftermarket components other than Honda  
genuine accessories on the power tailgate may  
prevent it from fully opening or closing.  
Power  
Tailgate  
Button  
If you press the button again while the power  
tailgate is moving, it will stop.  
Press the button for more than one second,  
and the power tailgate will reverse direction.  
Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you  
get your cargo in and out.  
The beeper sounds when you start driving while the  
power tailgate is still open, or closing.  
Customizing when to open the tailgate  
Anytime: The power tailgate unlocks and opens at the same time. This is the  
default setting.  
When Unlocked: The tailgate opens when all doors are unlocked.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
* Not available on all models  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
Using the Power Tailgate Button  
If the power tailgate meets resistance while opening  
or closing, the auto reverse feature reverses the  
direction. The beeper sounds three times.  
To open or close the power tailgate, press the  
power tailgate button for about one second.  
u Some exterior lights flash and the beeper  
sounds.  
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the  
tailgate is almost closed to make sure that it fully  
closes.  
If you press the button again while the power  
tailgate is moving, it will stop.  
Press the button for about one second, and  
the power tailgate will reverse direction.  
Do not touch the sensors located on both sides of the  
tailgate. The power tailgate does not close if you  
touch either sensor when you are trying to close the  
tailgate.  
Be careful not to scratch the sensors with a sharp  
object. If scratched, they can be damaged, and the  
power tailgate closing feature malfunctions.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
1Using the Tailgate Outer Handle  
Using the Tailgate Outer Handle  
Do not leave the keyless remote in the vehicle  
when you get out. Carry it with you.  
Even if you are not carrying the keyless remote, you  
can lock/unlock the tailgate while someone else  
with the keyless remote is within range.  
If you press the outer handle of the tailgate for  
no longer than one second, the tailgate opens  
automatically.  
u The beeper sounds.  
Do not leave the keyless remote inside the cargo  
area and close the tailgate. The beeper sounds and  
the tailgate cannot be closed.  
u If you want to open the tailgate  
manually, press the button for more than  
one second.  
2 Tailgate P. 167  
Outer Handle  
You can change the power tailgate operation setting  
on and off.  
If you are carrying the keyless remote, you do  
not have to unlock the tailgate before  
opening it.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
If you press the outer handle again while the  
power tailgate is moving, it will stop.  
Press the outer handle, and the power tailgate  
will reverse direction.  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
Using the Tailgate Inner Button  
Press the tailgate inner button on the tailgate  
to close the power tailgate.  
u The beeper sounds.  
If you press the button again while the power  
tailgate is moving, it will stop. Press and  
release the button again, and the power  
tailgate will reverse direction.  
Tailgate Inner Button  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
1Programming Tailgate Position  
Programming Tailgate Position  
If the tailgate is only slightly opened, the position  
cannot be programmed, even if you push the tailgate  
inner button.  
The extent to which the power tailgate  
automatically opens can be programmed.  
If you want to reprogram the power tailgate to open  
all the way, manually raise the tailgate to its upper  
most position and follow the directions step 2.  
To program:  
1. Open the tailgate to the desired position.  
2. Press and hold the tailgate inner button.  
You will hear one long beep, followed by  
two short beeps.  
Tailgate Inner Button  
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uuTailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*  
1Auto-Closer  
Auto-Closer  
The auto-closer feature does not activate if you press  
the tailgate outer handle while the power tailgate is  
closing.  
If you manually close the power tailgate, it latches automatically.  
NOTICE  
Do not put any force on the tailgate while the power  
tailgate is latching.  
manually close the tailgate and let it latch  
automatically. It is dangerous to put your hands  
around the tailgate as it starts to latch itself.  
1Power Tailgate Fall Detection  
Power Tailgate Fall Detection  
If you try to manually close the power tailgate  
immediately after it fully opens, the power tailgate  
fall detection may activate.  
Automatically lowers the power tailgate when there is a possibility that the fully  
opened power tailgate can fall down by its own weight (for example, by snow on  
the tailgate). The beeper sounds while the power tailgate lowers.  
Once the power tailgate fall detection activates, wait  
until the power tailgate fully closes. Keep away from  
the power tailgate when it is in motion.  
If the power tailgate fall detection constantly  
activates, consult a dealer.  
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Security System  
Immobilizer System  
This system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from starting the power  
system.  
1Immobilizer System  
NOTICE  
Leaving the key in the vehicle can result in theft or  
accidental movement of the vehicle.  
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the  
vehicle unattended.  
Pay attention to the following when pressing the POWER button:  
Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the POWER button.  
Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.  
Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the POWER  
button.  
Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic device, such as televisions and  
audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can  
become magnetic.  
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.  
Doing so may damage the system and make your  
vehicle inoperable.  
Security System Alarm*  
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly  
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,  
remote transmitter or keyless access system.  
1Security System Alarm*  
The security system alarm continues for a maximum  
of two minutes until the security system alarm  
deactivates.  
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is  
opened before the power mode is set to ON.  
When the security system alarm activates  
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm*  
1Security System Alarm*  
To deactivate the security system alarm  
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system, or  
turn the power mode is set to ON. The system, along with the horn and flashing  
lights, is deactivated.  
Do not set the security system alarm when someone  
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can  
accidentally activate when:  
Unlocking the door with the lock tab.  
Opening the hood with the hood release handle.  
Models with power tailgate  
Setting the security system alarm  
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have  
been met:  
Opening the tailgate with the power tailgate  
button on the dashboard.  
The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF.  
The hood and tailgate are closed.  
All doors and tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter,  
or keyless access system.  
If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the  
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off  
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.  
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by  
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,  
or keyless access system.  
When the security system alarm sets  
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks and the blinking  
interval changes after about 15 seconds.  
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.  
Doing so may damage the system and make your  
vehicle inoperable.  
To cancel the security system alarm  
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote  
transmitter or keyless access system, or when the power mode is set to ON. The  
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm*  
Panic Mode  
The panic button on the remote  
transmitter  
If you press the panic button for  
approximately one second, the following will  
occur for about 30 seconds:  
The horn sounds.  
Panic  
Button  
Some exterior lights flash.  
Canceling panic mode  
Press any button on the remote transmitter.  
Set the power mode to ON.  
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Windows  
Opening/Closing the Power Windows  
The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON,  
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open and  
close all the windows.  
1Opening/Closing the Power Windows  
3
WARNING  
Closing a power window on someone’s  
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.  
The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not  
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than  
the driver’s seat.  
Make sure your passengers are away from  
the windows before closing them.  
When the power window lock button is switched on (pushed in, indicator on), you  
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on if a  
child is in the vehicle.  
The power windows can be operated for up to 10  
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE  
OFF.  
Opening either front door cancels this function.  
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uuWindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows  
1Opening/Closing the Power Windows  
Opening/Closing the Windows with Auto-Open/Close  
Function  
Auto Reverse  
If a power window senses resistance when closing  
automatically, it stops closing and reverse direction.  
Manual operation  
Auto-open/close function on driver’s  
window  
To open: Push the switch down lightly, and  
hold it until the desired position is reached.  
To close: Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it  
until the desired position is reached.  
The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled  
when you continuously pull up the switch.  
ON  
OFF  
Power Window  
Lock Button  
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the  
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.  
Automatic operation  
To open: Push the switch down firmly.  
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.  
Indicator  
While driving with any of the windows open, you  
may hear a booming, throbbing, or helicopter-type  
noise or pressure. This is called wind buffeting. This is  
a normal occurrence that can be minimized.  
Driver’s  
Window  
Switch  
The window opens or closes completely. To  
stop the window at any time, push or pull the  
switch briefly.  
If you hear a wind buffeting noise with any of the  
windows open, lower all of the other windows  
slightly or open the moonroof*.  
Auto-open/close function on front  
windows  
ON  
OFF  
Power Window  
Lock Button  
Indicator  
Driver’s  
Window  
Switch  
Passenger’s  
Window  
Switch  
* Not available on all models  
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uuWindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows  
Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function  
To open: Push the switch down.  
To close: Pull the switch up.  
Close  
Release the switch when the window reaches  
the desired position.  
Open  
1Opening the Windows with the Remote  
Opening the Windows with the Remote  
Models with moonroof  
To open: Press the unlock button, and then  
within 10 seconds, press it again and keep it  
pressed. If the windows stop midway, repeat  
the procedure.  
If you open the windows with the remote, the  
moonroof will open automatically along with them.  
Unlock  
Button  
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uuWindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows  
1Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key  
Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key  
Models with moonroof  
To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the  
If you open/close the windows with the key ,the  
moonroof will close automatically along with them.  
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to  
the central position, turn the key in the unlock  
direction and hold it there.  
Close  
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key.  
Within 10 seconds of returning the key to the  
central position, turn the key in the lock  
direction and hold it there.  
Open  
Release the key to stop the windows at the  
desired position. If you want further  
adjustment, repeat the same operation.  
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Moonroof*  
Opening/Closing the Moonroof  
You can operate the moonroof when the power mode is in ON. Use the switch in  
the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.  
1Using the Moonroof Switch  
3
WARNING  
Opening or closing the moonroof on  
someone’s hands or fingers can cause  
serious injury.  
Using the Moonroof Switch  
Automatic operation  
Open  
To open: Pull the switch back firmly.  
To close: Push the switch forward firmly.  
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of  
the moonroof before opening or closing it.  
The moonroof automatically opens or closes  
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway,  
pull or push the switch briefly.  
NOTICE  
Tilt  
Opening the moonroof in below freezing  
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice  
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.  
Close  
Manual operation  
To open: Pull the switch back lightly, and  
hold it until the desired position is reached.  
To close: Push the switch forward lightly, and  
hold it until the desired position is reached.  
The moonroof can be operated for up to 10 minutes  
after you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.  
Opening either front door cancels this function.  
When resistance is detected, the auto reverse  
function causes the moonroof to change directions,  
closes.  
Tilting the moonroof up  
To tilt: Push on the center of the moonroof  
switch.  
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then  
release.  
You can use the remote transmitter or the key to  
operate the moonroof.  
2
Opening the Windows with the Remote P. 183  
Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key  
P. 184  
2
* Not available on all models  
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel  
POWER Button  
1POWER Button  
Changing the Power Mode  
POWER Button Operating Range  
You can start the power system when the keyless  
remote is inside the vehicle.  
Operating Range  
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)  
The button is off.  
The power to all electrical components is turned off.  
ACCESSORY  
The button blinks (in red).  
Operate the audio system and other accessories  
in this position.  
The power system may also start if the keyless remote  
is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the  
vehicle.  
ON mode:  
The POWER button is on (in red), if the power system  
is on.  
ON  
The button blinks (in red).  
All electrical components can be used.  
Without  
pressing the  
brake pedal  
If the battery of the keyless remote is getting low, the  
power system may not start when you push the  
POWER button. If the power system does not start,  
refer to the following link.  
Press the button.  
2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak  
P. 645  
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON  
when you get out.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluPOWER Button  
Automatic Power Off  
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the transmission in (P and the  
power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automatically goes into the mode similar to  
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid draining the 12-volt battery.  
Power Mode Reminder  
If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning  
buzzer sounds.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluPOWER Button  
1Keyless Remote Reminder  
Keyless Remote Reminder  
When the keyless remote is within the system’s  
operational range, and all the doors are closed, the  
warning function cancels.  
When the power mode is set to any mode  
other than OFF and you remove the keyless  
remote from the vehicle and shut the door, an  
alarm will sound. If the alarm continues to  
sound, place the keyless remote in another  
location.  
If the keyless remote is taken out of the vehicle after  
the power system has been started, you can no  
longer change the POWER button mode or restart  
the power system. Always make sure if the keyless  
remote is in your vehicle when you operate the  
POWER button.  
When the power mode is in ACCESSORY  
The alarm will sound from outside the vehicle.  
Removing the keyless remote from the vehicle  
through a window does not activate the warning  
buzzer.  
When the power mode is in ON  
An alarm will sound both inside and outside the  
vehicle. In addition, a warning indicator will  
appear on the instrument panel.  
Do not put the keyless remote on the dashboard or in  
the glove box. It may cause the warning buzzer to go  
off. Under some other conditions that can prevent  
the vehicle from locating the keyless remote, the  
warning buzzer may also go off even if the keyless  
remote is within the system’s operational range.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluTurn Signals  
Turn Signals  
The turn signals can be used when the power  
1Turn Signals  
mode is in ON.  
The turn signal indicator on the instrument panel will  
blink when the external turn signal blinks.  
2 Indicators P. 90  
(A)  
(B)  
(A): Turn signal  
Push the lever up or down based on the  
direction you want to turn, and the turn signal  
will blink.  
(B)  
(A)  
(B): One-touch turn signal  
When you lightly push the lever up or down  
and release it, the turn signal will blink 3  
times.  
u If you lightly push the lever in the  
opposite direction while it is blinking, the  
blinking will stop.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches  
Light Switches  
1Light Switches  
Manual Operation  
If you leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF while  
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s  
door is opened.  
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on  
and off, regardless of the power mode  
setting.  
High Beams  
When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the  
instrument panel will be on.  
2 Indicators P. 90  
High beams  
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.  
Do not leave the lights on when the power system is  
off because it will cause the 12-volt battery to  
discharge.  
Flashing the high beams  
Low Beams  
Low beams  
When in high beams, pull the lever back to  
return to low beams.  
Turns on parking, side marker,  
tail, and rear license plate lights  
If you sense that the level of the headlights is  
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.  
Turns on headlights, parking,  
side marker, tail, and rear  
license plate lights  
Flashing the high beams  
Pull the lever back, and release it.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches  
1Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)  
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)  
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually  
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas  
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.  
Automatic lighting control can be used when  
the power mode is in ON.  
The light sensor is in the location shown below.  
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;  
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not  
work properly.  
When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the  
headlights and other exterior lights will switch  
on and off automatically depending on the  
ambient brightness.  
Models without automatic  
intermittent wipers  
The headlights come on when you unlock a  
door in dark areas with the headlight switch in  
AUTO.  
Light Sensor  
u Once you lock the door, the headlights  
will go off.  
Models with automatic  
intermittent wipers  
Light Sensor  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches  
1Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)  
You can adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:  
Setting  
The exterior lights come on  
when the ambient light is at  
Max  
High  
Mid  
Low  
Min  
Bright  
Dark  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
1Headlight Integration with Wipers  
Headlight Integration with Wipers  
This feature activates while the headlights are off in  
AUTO.  
The instrument panel brightness does not change  
when the headlights come on.  
The headlights automatically come on when the wipers are used several times within  
a certain number of intervals with the headlight switch in AUTO.  
The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped.  
At dark ambient light levels, the automatic lighting  
control feature turns on the headlights, regardless of  
the number of wiper sweeps.  
You can turn the headlight integration with wipers  
function on and off.  
Models with color audio system  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches  
1Automatic Lighting Off Feature  
Automatic Lighting Off Feature  
You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.  
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off 15  
seconds after you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, take the keyless remote with  
you, and close the driver’s door.  
Models with color audio system  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
If you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF with the headlight switch on, but do not  
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the  
AUTO position).  
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock  
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the  
driver’s door, you will hear a reminder chime alerting you that the lights are on.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluFog Lights*  
Fog Lights*  
When the low beam headlights are on, turn  
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.  
Fog Light Switch  
Daytime Running Lights  
The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have  
been met:  
The power mode is in ON.  
The headlight switch is AUTO or OFF.  
The parking brake is released.  
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Setting the power mode to  
VEHICLE OFF will turn off the daytime running lights.  
The daytime running lights are off once the headlight switch is turned on, or when  
the headlight switch is in AUTO and it is getting darker outside.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAuto High-Beam  
Auto High-Beam  
The front sensor camera detects the light sources ahead of the vehicle such as the  
lights of a preceding or oncoming vehicle, or street lights. When you are driving at  
night, the system automatically switches the headlights between low beam and high  
beam depending on the situation.  
1Auto High-Beam  
The auto high-beam system does not always operate  
in every situation. This system is just for assisting the  
driver. Always observe your surroundings and switch  
the headlights between high beam and low beam  
manually if necessary.  
Front Sensor  
Camera  
If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient  
for driving, change the headlight beams manually.  
The range and the distance at which the camera can  
recognize varies depending on conditions  
surrounding your vehicle.  
Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to  
the inside of the windshield, refer to the following.  
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 548  
How to Use the Auto High-Beam  
When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator  
comes on and the auto high-beam is activated.  
For the auto high-beam to work properly:  
Do not place an object that reflects light on the  
dashboard.  
Keep the windshield around the camera clean.  
When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to  
apply the windshield cleanser to the camera lens.  
Do not attach an object, sticker or film to the area  
around the camera.  
The power mode is in ON.  
The light switch is in AUTO.  
The lever is in the low beam position.  
The headlights have been automatically  
Auto High-Beam  
Indicator  
Light Switch  
activated.  
It is dark outside the vehicle.  
Do not touch the camera lens.  
If the camera receives a strong impact, or repairing of  
the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.  
If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have  
been met, carry out the following procedure and the indicator will come on.  
Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAuto High-Beam  
Automatic switching between high-beam and low-beam  
1How to Use the Auto High-Beam  
When auto-high beam is active, the headlights switch between high beam and low  
beam based on the following conditions.  
In the following cases, the auto high-beam system  
may not switch the headlights properly or the  
switching timing may be changed. In case of the  
automatic switching operation does not fit for your  
driving habits, please switch the headlights manually.  
Switching to high beam:  
Switching to low beam:  
All of the following conditions must  
be met before the high beams turn  
on.  
One of the following conditions  
must be met before the low beams  
turn on.  
The brightness of the lights from the preceding or  
oncoming vehicle is intense or poor.  
Visibility is poor due to the weather (rain, snow,  
fog, windshield frost, etc.).  
Surrounding light sources, such as street lights,  
electric billboards and traffic lights are illuminating  
the road ahead.  
The brightness level of the road ahead constantly  
changes.  
Your vehicle speed is 25 mph (40  
Your vehicle speed is 15 mph (24  
km/h) or more.  
There are no preceding or  
km/h) or less.  
There is a preceding or oncoming  
oncoming vehicle with headlights  
or taillights turned on.  
There are few street lights on the  
vehicle with headlights or  
taillights turned on.  
There are many street lights on  
road ahead.  
the road ahead.  
The road is bumpy or has many curves.  
A vehicle suddenly appears in front of you, or a  
vehicle in front of you is not in the preceding or  
oncoming direction.  
Your vehicle is tilted with a heavy load in the rear.  
A traffic sign, mirror, or other reflective object  
ahead is reflecting strong light toward the vehicle.  
The oncoming vehicle frequently disappears under  
roadside trees or behind median barriers.  
The preceding or oncoming vehicle is a motorcycle,  
bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small vehicle.  
Manual switching between high-beam and low-beam  
If you want to manually switch the headlights between high beam and low beam,  
follow either of the procedures below. Note that when you do this, the auto high-  
beam indicator will turn off and the auto high-beam will be deactivated.  
Using the lever:  
Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it within about  
one second while driving.  
u To reactivate the auto high-beam, pull the lever toward you for flashing the  
high beams then release it while driving. The auto high-beam indicator will  
come on.  
The auto high-beam system keeps the headlight low  
beam when:  
Windshield wipers are operating at a high speed.  
The camera has detected dense fog.  
Using the light switch:  
Turn the light switch to  
.
u To reactivate the auto high-beam, turn the light switch to AUTO when the  
lever is in the low beam position, the auto high-beam indicator will come on.  
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1How to Use the Auto High-Beam  
How to Turn Off the Auto High-Beam  
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot  
Operate: Camera Temperature Too High message  
appears:  
Use the climate control system to cool down the  
interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode  
with the airflow directed toward the camera.  
Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield  
temperature, which cools down the area around  
the camera.  
You can turn the auto high-beam system off. If you want to turn the system off or  
on, set the power mode to ON, then carry out the following procedures while the  
vehicle is stationary.  
To turn the system off:  
With the light switch is in AUTO, pull the lever  
AUTO Position  
toward you and hold it for at least 40 seconds.  
After the auto high-beam indicator light blinks  
twice, release the lever.  
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot  
Operate: Clean Front Windshield message  
appears:  
windshield. If the message does not disappear after  
you have cleaned the windshield and driven for a  
while, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
To turn the system on:  
With the light switch is in AUTO, pull the lever  
toward you and hold it for at least 30 seconds.  
After the auto high-beam indicator light blinks  
once, release the lever.  
1How to Turn Off the Auto High-Beam  
If you turn the auto high-beam system off, the system  
does not operate until you turn the system on.  
Park in a safe place before turning the system off or  
on.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers  
Wipers and Washers  
1Wipers and Washers  
Windshield Wiper/Washer  
NOTICE  
The windshield wipers and washers can be  
used when the power mode is in ON.  
MIST  
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.  
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber  
blades will get damaged.  
The wipers run at high speed until you release  
the lever.  
Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1, AUTO*2, LO,  
HI)  
NOTICE  
Pull to  
use  
washer.  
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the  
windshield.  
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage  
the wipers. Use the defogger to warm the  
windshield, then turn the wipers on.  
Move the lever up or down to change the  
wiper settings.  
Adjusting wiper operation*  
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper  
operation.  
Intermittent Time  
Adjustment Ring*  
NOTICE  
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.  
The pump may get damaged.  
MIST  
Lower speed, fewer sweeps  
OFF  
INT*1/AUTO*2  
LO: Low speed wipe  
HI: High speed wipe  
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring  
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are  
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe  
interval shortens.  
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s  
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become  
the same.  
Higher speed, more sweeps  
Washer  
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.  
When you release the lever for more than one  
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two  
or three more times to clear the windshield,  
then stop.  
If the wipers stop operating due to an obstacle such  
as the buildup of snow, park the vehicle in a safe  
place. Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the  
power mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then  
remove the obstacle.  
*1: Models with manual intermittent operation  
*2: Models with automatic intermittent operation  
* Not available on all models  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers  
1Wipers and Washers  
Automatic Intermittent Wipers*  
When you push the lever down to AUTO, the  
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into  
the automatic mode.  
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation  
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the  
circuit has returned to normal.  
1Automatic Intermittent Wipers*  
The wipers operate intermittently, at low  
speed, or at high speed and stop in  
accordance with the amount of rainfall the  
rainfall sensor detects.  
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.  
Adjustment Ring  
Rainfall Sensor  
AUTO sensitivity adjustment  
When the wiper function is set to AUTO, you  
can adjust the sensitivity of the rainfall sensor  
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will  
operate in accordance with your preference.  
Sensor sensitivity  
NOTICE  
Low sensitivity  
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the  
following situations in order to prevent severe  
damage to the wiper system:  
Cleaning the windshield  
Driving through a car wash  
No rain present  
High sensitivity  
* Not available on all models  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers  
Rear Wiper/Washer  
The rear wiper and washer can be used when  
the power mode is in ON.  
Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)  
Change the wiper switch setting according to  
the amount of rain.  
Washer (  
)
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this  
position.  
Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the  
washer. Once released, the washer spray will  
stop and the rear wiper will return to its  
selected switch setting after a few sweeps.  
INT: Intermittent  
ON: Continuous wipe  
OFF  
Washer  
Operating in reverse  
When you put the transmission into (R with the windshield wipers activated, the  
rear wiper operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.  
Front Wiper Position  
Rear Wiper Operation  
INT*1 (Intermittent)  
Intermittent  
AUTO*2 (Intermittent)  
LO (Low speed wipe)  
HI (High speed wipe)  
Continuous  
*1: Models with manual intermittent operation  
*2: Models with automatic intermittent operation  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button  
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button  
1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button  
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button  
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off  
when the window has been defogged. Also, do not  
use the system for a long time while the power  
system is stopped. This may weaken the 12-volt  
battery, making it difficult to turn the power system  
on.  
Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror* button to defog the rear window  
and mirrors* when the power mode is in ON.  
The rear defogger and heated door mirror*  
Models without heated door mirror  
automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes  
depending on the outside temperature.  
However, if the outside temperature is 32°F  
(0°C) or below, it does not automatically  
switch off.  
Models with heated door mirror  
When the power mode is set to ON and the outside  
temperature is below 41°F (5°C), the heated door  
mirror may automatically activate for 10 minutes.  
Models with heated door mirror  
* Not available on all models  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluBrightness Control  
Brightness Control  
When the brightness of the meter will be  
reduced, you can use the brightness control  
knob to adjust instrument panel brightness.  
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.  
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.  
1Brightness Control  
Control Knob  
The brightness of the instrument panel will be  
reduced when the following conditions have been  
met:  
The power mode is in ON.  
The parking lights are turned on.  
The ambient lighting is low.  
You will hear a beeper when the brightness  
reaches minimum or maximum. Several  
seconds after adjusting the brightness, you  
will be returned to the previous screen.  
The brightness can be set differently for when the  
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.  
Brightness level indicator  
The brightness level is shown on the driver  
information interface while you are adjusting  
it.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluDriving Position Memory System*  
Driving Position Memory System*  
1Driving Position Memory System*  
You can store two driver’s seat positions (except for power lumbar) with the driving  
position memory system.  
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter or the  
keyless access system, the seat adjusts automatically to one of the two preset  
positions.  
Using the audio/information screen, you can disable  
the automatic seat adjustment function.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
System Operation  
The system will not operate if:  
The transmission is out of the (P position.  
Either memory button is pressed while the seat is in  
motion.  
When you enter the vehicle, the driver information interface briefly shows you which  
remote transmitter you used to unlock the vehicle.  
DRIVER 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 1.  
The seat position is adjusted while in operation.  
Either of the memorized positions set fully to the  
rear.  
DRIVER 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 2.  
DRIVER 1  
DRIVER 2  
The system may not recognise a key if:  
The key is in close proximity to a mobile phone or  
other wireless device.  
Both keys are in the vehicle at the same time.  
The Driving Position Memory System is disabled in  
customized features.  
Opening driver’s door without fully grabbing door  
handle.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluDriving Position Memory System*  
1Storing a Position in Memory  
Storing a Position in Memory  
After you press the SET button, the storing operation  
will be canceled when:  
You do not press the memory button within five  
seconds.  
You readjust the seat position before the double-  
beep.  
You set the power mode to any position except  
ON.  
1. Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the  
driver’s seat to the desired position.  
2. Press the SET button.  
Memory  
Button 1  
u You will hear a beep, and the memory  
button indicator light will blink.  
3. Press and hold memory button (1 or (2  
within five seconds of pressing the SET  
button.  
u Once the seat position has been  
memorized, the indicator light on the  
button you pressed stays on.  
Memory  
Button 2  
SET Button  
1Recalling the Stored Position  
Recalling the Stored Position  
The seat will stop moving if you:  
Press the SET button, or a memory button ((1 or  
(2).  
1. Put the transmission into (P.  
2. Apply the parking brake.  
Memory  
Button 1  
3. Press a memory button ((1 or (2).  
u You will hear a beep, and the indicator  
light will blink.  
Adjust the seat position.  
Put the transmission into a position other than (P.  
Memory  
Button 2  
The seat will automatically move to the  
memorized position. When it has finished  
moving, you will hear a beep, and the  
indicator light stays on.  
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAdjusting the Steering Wheel  
Adjusting the Steering Wheel  
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you  
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.  
1Adjusting the Steering Wheel  
3
WARNING  
1. While the vehicle is stopped, pull the  
steering wheel adjustment lever up.  
To adjust  
Adjusting the steering wheel position while  
driving may cause you to lose control of the  
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.  
u The steering wheel adjustment lever is  
under the steering column.  
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and  
in or out.  
u Make sure you can see the instrument  
panel gauges and indicators.  
Adjust the steering wheel only when the  
vehicle is stopped.  
To lock  
Lever  
3. Push the steering wheel adjustment lever  
down to lock the steering wheel in position.  
u After adjusting the position, make sure  
you have securely locked the steering  
wheel in place by trying to move it up,  
down, in, and out.  
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Mirrors  
Interior Rearview Mirror  
Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving  
position.  
1Mirrors  
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and  
adjusted for best visibility.  
Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions*  
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.  
2 Front Seats P. 208  
Flip the tab to switch the position.  
Tab  
The night position will help to reduce the glare  
from headlights behind you when driving  
after dark.  
Daytime  
Position  
Night  
Position  
1Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*  
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*  
The auto dimming function cancels when the  
transmission is in (R.  
When you are driving after dark, the  
automatic dimming rearview mirror reduces  
the glare from headlights behind you. This  
feature is always active.  
Sensor  
* Not available on all models  
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uuMirrorsuPower Door Mirrors  
Power Door Mirrors  
You can adjust the door mirrors when the  
power mode is in ON.  
Mirror position adjustment  
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right  
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the  
switch to the center position.  
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press  
the switch left, right, up, or down to move the  
mirror.  
Adjustment Selector  
Switch  
Switch  
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Seats  
Front Seats  
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible  
while allowing you to maintain full control of  
the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright,  
well back in the seat and be able to  
1Seats  
Always make seat adjustments before driving.  
Allow sufficient  
space.  
1Front Seats  
adequately press the pedals without leaning  
forward, and grip the steering wheel  
comfortably. The passenger’s seat should be  
adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as far  
back from the front airbag in the dashboard  
as possible.  
3
WARNING  
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result  
in serious injury or death if the front  
airbags inflate.  
Move back.  
Always sit as far back from the front  
airbags as possible while maintaining  
control of the vehicle.  
Adjusting the Seat Positions  
Adjusting the front power seat*  
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration  
recommends that driver’s allow at least 10 inches (25  
cm) between the center of the steering wheel and  
the chest.  
Horizontal Position  
Adjustment  
Seat-back  
Angle  
Adjustment  
Height Adjustment  
(Driver’s seat only)  
* Not available on all models  
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uuSeatsuFront Seats  
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch*  
(Driver’s seat only)  
Press the top: To move the lumbar support  
up.  
Lumbar  
Support  
Adjustment  
Switch  
Press the bottom: To move the lumbar  
support down.  
Press the front: To increase the entire  
lumbar support.  
Press the rear: To decrease the entire lumbar  
support.  
* Not available on all models  
Continued  
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uuSeatsuFront Seats  
Adjusting the front manual seat(s)*  
1Adjusting the front manual seat(s)*  
Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and  
forth to make sure it is locked in position.  
Seat-back Angle  
Adjustment  
Pull up the lever to  
change the angle.  
Height Adjustment  
(Driver’s seat only)  
Pull up or push down  
the lever to raise or  
lower the seat.  
Horizontal Position  
Adjustment  
Pull up on the bar to move  
the seat, then release the  
bar.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuSeatsuFront Seats  
1Adjusting the Seat-Backs  
Adjusting the Seat-Backs  
Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a comfortable,  
upright position, leaving ample space  
between your chest and the airbag cover in  
the center of the steering wheel.  
3
WARNING  
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in  
serious injury or death in a crash.  
Adjust the seat-back to an upright position,  
and sit well back in the seat.  
The front seat passenger should also adjust  
their seat-back to a comfortable, upright  
position.  
Do not put a cushion, or other object, between the  
seat-back and your back.  
Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the  
occupant’s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the  
chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured. The farther a  
seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of injury.  
Doing so may interfere with proper seat belt or airbag  
operation.  
If you cannot get far enough away from the steering  
wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend  
that you investigate whether some type of adaptive  
equipment may help.  
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uuSeatsuRear Seats  
Rear Seats  
1Rear Seats  
Adjusting the Seat Positions  
Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and  
forth to make sure it is locked in position.  
Lever  
Seat-back Angle Adjustment  
Pull up the lever to change the angle.  
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uuSeatsuRear Seats  
1Folding Down the Rear Seats  
Folding Down the Rear Seats  
The rear seat-backs can be folded down to  
accommodate bulkier items in the cargo area.  
1. Store the center seat belt first. Insert the  
latch plate into the slot on the side of the  
anchor buckle.  
Latch plate  
Remove any items from the rear seat cushion and  
floor before you fold down the rear seat.  
2. Retract the seat belt into the holder on the  
ceiling.  
When returning the seat-back to its original position,  
push it firmly back. Also, make sure all rear shoulder  
belts are positioned in front of the seat-back.  
2 Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 53  
3. Lower the rear seat head restraint to its  
lowest position. Put the armrest back into  
the seat-back.  
Anchor buckle  
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items  
extending through the opening into the rear  
seats are properly secured. Loose items can fly  
forward if you have to brake hard.  
From the rear seat side  
4. Pull the release lever and fold down the  
seat.  
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press  
against the front passenger seat, as this can cause the  
weight sensors in the front passenger seat to work  
improperly.  
Release  
Lever  
2 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator P. 69  
Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat  
cushion are securely latched back into place before  
driving.  
From the cargo area side  
Release Lever  
4. Pull the release lever and fold down the  
seat.  
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uuSeatsuMaintain a Proper Sitting Position  
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position  
After all occupants have adjusted their seats and head restraints, and put on their  
seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their  
seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safely parked and the power  
system is off.  
1Maintain a Proper Sitting Position  
3
WARNING  
Sitting improperly or out of position can  
result in serious injury or death in a crash.  
Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. For example, if  
an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or  
sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly  
increased.  
Always sit upright, well back in the seat,  
with your feet on the floor.  
In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or  
fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an  
inflating front airbag.  
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uuSeatsuHead Restraints  
Head Restraints  
Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions.  
1Adjusting the Front Head Restraints  
Adjusting the Front Head Restraints  
Head restraints are most effective for  
3
WARNING  
protection against whiplash and other rear-  
impact crash injuries when the center of the  
back of the occupant’s head rests against the  
center of the restraint. The tops of the  
occupant’s ears should be level with the  
center height of the restraint.  
Improperly positioning head restraints  
reduces their effectiveness and increases  
the likelihood of serious injury in a crash.  
Make sure head restraints are in place and  
positioned properly before driving.  
Position head in the center  
of the head restraint.  
In order for the head restraint system to work  
properly:  
Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or  
from the restraint legs.  
Do not place any objects between an occupant and  
the seat-back.  
To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward.  
To lower the head restraint: Push it down  
while pressing the release button.  
Install each restraint in its proper location.  
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uuSeatsuHead Restraints  
Changing the Rear Seat Head Restraint Position  
A passenger sitting in the rear seat should  
adjust the height of their head restraint to an  
appropriate position before the vehicle begins  
moving.  
To raise the head restraint:  
Pull it upward.  
To lower the head restraint:  
Push it down while pressing the release  
button.  
1Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints  
Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints  
Head restraints can be removed for cleaning or repair.  
3
WARNING  
Failure to reinstall, or correctly reinstall, the  
head restraints can result in severe injury  
during a crash.  
To remove a head restraint:  
Pull the restraint up as far as it will go. Then, push the release button and pull the  
restraint up and out.  
Always replace the head restraints before  
driving.  
To reinstall a head restraint:  
Insert the legs back in place, then adjust the head restraint to an appropriate height  
while pressing the release button. Pull up on the restraint to make sure it is locked  
in position.  
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uuSeatsuArmrest  
Armrest  
Using the Front Seat Armrest  
The console lid can be used as an armrest.  
To adjust:  
Slide the armrest to a desired position.  
Using the Rear Seat Armrest  
Pull down the armrest in the center seat-back.  
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Interior Convenience Items  
Interior Lights  
1Interior Light Switches  
Interior Light Switches  
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade  
out and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are  
closed.  
ON  
Models without moonroof  
Front  
The interior lights come on regardless of  
whether the doors are open or closed.  
The lights go off after about 30 seconds in the  
following situations:  
When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open  
it.  
When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF but  
do not open a door.  
Door activated  
Off  
The interior lights come on in the following  
situations:  
When any doors are opened.  
You unlock the driver’s door.  
When the power mode is set to VEHICLE  
OFF.  
Door Activated Position  
Models with moonroof  
Front  
You can change the interior lights dimming time.  
Models with color audio system  
2 Customized Features P. 140  
Models with Display Audio  
Off  
OFF  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
The interior lights remain off regardless of  
whether the doors are open or closed.  
The interior lights go off immediately in the following  
situations:  
On  
When you lock the driver’s door.  
When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY  
mode.  
Door Activated Position  
All models  
Rear  
When you set the power mode to ON.  
On  
To avoid draining the 12-volt battery, do not leave  
the interior light on for an extended length of time  
when the power system is off.  
Off  
If you leave any of the doors open in VEHICLE OFF  
mode, the interior lights go off after about 15  
minutes.  
Door Activated Position  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuInterior Lights  
1Map Light Switches  
Map Light Switches  
When the interior light switch is in the door activated  
position and any door is open, the map light will not  
go off when you press the lenses.  
The map lights can be turned on and off by  
pressing the lenses.  
1Cargo Area Lights  
Cargo Area Lights  
The cargo area lights do not have an on/off switch. In  
case the tailgate is left open for an extended period  
of time, they automatically go out in 30 minutes.  
The cargo area lights comes on when you  
open the tailgate.  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
Storage Items  
1Glove Box  
Glove Box  
Pull the handle to open the glove box. You  
can lock the glove box with the built-in key.  
3
WARNING  
Handle  
An open glove box can cause serious injury  
to your passenger in a crash, even if the  
passenger is wearing the seat belt.  
To lock  
Always keep the glove box closed while  
driving.  
Glove Box  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
Center Console Box  
You can change the position of the tray by  
sliding it forward or back.  
Tray  
If you want to make greater use of the console  
box:  
Knob  
1. Pull the knob to open the armrest.  
2. Slide the tray back.  
3. Hold the front of the tray and pull it up.  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
1Beverage Holders  
Beverage Holders  
NOTICE  
Front seat beverage holders  
Are located in the console between the front  
seats.  
Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting,  
and electrical components in the interior.  
Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.  
Hot liquid can scald you.  
Rear seat beverage holders  
Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat  
beverage holders.  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
Door side beverage holders  
Located in the side pockets of all doors.  
Front  
Rear  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
1Coat Hook  
Coat Hook  
The coat hook is not designed for large or heavy  
items.  
There is a coat hook on the rear left grab  
handle. Pull it down to use it.  
1Tie-down Anchors  
Tie-down Anchors  
Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area  
while driving. Loose items can cause injury if you have  
to brake hard.  
The tie-down anchors on the cargo area floor  
can be used to install a net for securing items.  
Anchors  
Anchors  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
1Cargo Hook  
Cargo Hook  
NOTICE  
The cargo hook on the driver’s side of the  
cargo area can be used to hang light items.  
Do not hang a large object or an object that weighs  
more than 6 lbs (3 kg) on the cargo hook. Hanging  
heavy or large objects may damage the hook.  
Hook  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
1Sunglasses Holder  
Sunglasses Holder  
Keep the holder closed while driving except when  
accessing stored items.  
To open the sunglasses holder, press and  
release the indent. To close, press it again until  
it latches.  
You can store eyeglasses and other small  
items in this holder.  
Press  
Conversation mirror  
The sunglasses holder comes with a mirror.  
Open the sunglasses holder fully, then push it  
back to the first detent.  
You can use the mirror to view the rear seats.  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
1Rear Cargo Cover  
Rear Cargo Cover  
Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area  
while driving. Loose items can cause injury if you have  
to brake hard.  
The rear cargo cover can be used to conceal  
items in the cargo area and protect them from  
direct sunlight.  
Do not stack objects higher than the top of the seat  
in the cargo area. They could block your view and be  
thrown about the vehicle during a sudden stop.  
To extend:  
Lift up on the handle at the center edge of the  
cover to unhook each end, then pull the cover  
rearward and clip the mounting rods in the  
hooks at both sides of the tailgate opening.  
Handle  
To prevent rear cargo cover damage:  
Do not place items on the rear cargo cover.  
Do not put weight on the rear cargo cover.  
Mounting Rod  
Be sure that each mounting rod sets in its respective  
retention groove when you retract the rear cargo  
cover. If they are not set in the grooves, the rods may  
rattle as they contact the surrounding surfaces.  
Hook  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
To retract:  
Mounting Rod  
Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll  
it back until it is completely retracted.  
Hook  
To remove:  
Push either end of the housing inward, then  
lift it out of its position.  
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Other Interior Convenience Items  
1Accessory Power Socket  
Accessory Power Socket  
NOTICE  
The accessory power socket can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY or  
ON.  
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter  
element.  
This can overheat the accessory power socket.  
Accessory power socket in the center  
console box  
The accessory power socket is designed to supply  
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180  
watts (15 amps) or less.  
Slide the tray back and open the cover to use  
it.  
To prevent 12-volt battery drain, only use the  
accessory power socket with the power system on.  
When the accessory power socket is not in use, close  
the cover to prevent any small foreign objects from  
getting into the accessory power socket.  
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1Wireless Charger*  
Wireless Charger*  
To use the wireless charger, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.  
Charge a compatible device on the area indicated by the mark as follows:  
1. To turn the system on and off, press and  
hold the (power) button.  
3
CAUTION  
Metal objects between the charge pad  
and the device to be charged will get  
hot and can burn you.  
Always remove foreign objects from  
the charge pad before charging the  
device.  
Be sure the surface is clear of dust and  
other debris before charging.  
Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks,  
etc.) on the charger and the device.  
Do not use oil, grease, alcohol,  
benzine or thinner for cleaning the  
charge pad.  
Do not cover the system with towels,  
clothing, or other objects while  
charging etc.  
(Power) Button  
Green Indicator  
Amber Indicator  
u When the system is activated, the green  
indicator light comes on.  
2. Place the device you want to charge on the  
charging area.  
u The system will automatically start  
charging the device, and the amber  
indicator light will come on.  
u Make sure that the device is compatible  
with the system, and placed with the  
chargeable side in the center of the  
charging area.  
Charging Area  
3. When charging is completed, the green  
indicator light will come on.  
u Depending on the device, the amber  
indicator light will stay on.  
Avoid spraying aerosols which may  
come in contact with the charge pad  
surface.  
This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the  
system for a long time when the power system is off.  
This may weaken the 12-volt battery, making it  
difficult to turn the power system on.  
When using the wireless charger, check the user’s manual that  
came with the compatible device you want to charge.  
* Not available on all models  
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1Wireless Charger*  
When charging does not start  
Perform one of the solutions in the following table.  
NOTICE  
Do not place any magnetic recording media or  
precision machines within the charging area while  
charging.  
The data on your cards such as credit cards can be  
lost because of the magnetic effect. Also, precision  
machines such as watches may malfunction.  
Indicator  
Cause  
Solution  
There is an obstacle(s) between  
the charging area and the  
device.  
Remove the  
obstacle(s).  
Green  
&
Amber  
Blinking  
simulta-  
neously  
Pick up and reset the  
device to the center of  
the charging area  
“Qi” and  
marks are the registered trademarks  
owned by Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).  
The device is not within the  
charging area.  
In the following cases, charging may stop or not start:  
The device is already fully charged.  
The temperature of the device is extremely high  
while charging.  
You are at a place that emits strong  
electromagnetic waves or noises such as TV station,  
electric power plant, or gas station.  
where  
is located.  
Contact a dealer for  
repairs.  
Amber Blinking The wireless charger is faulty.  
A device may not charge if the size or shape of its  
chargeable side is not appropriate for use with the  
charging area.  
Not all devices are compatible with the system.  
During the charging phase, it is normal for the  
charging area and device to heat up.  
Charging may be briefly interrupted when:  
All the doors or the tailgate are closed  
- to avoid interference with the proper functioning  
of the keyless access system.  
The position of the device is altered.  
Do not charge more than one device at a time on a  
charging area.  
* Not available on all models  
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1Wireless Charger*  
appears on the audio/information screen when  
FCC statement  
RF Exposure Notice:  
This wireless charger complies with FCC RF exposure guidelines at the distance of  
3.94 inches (10 cm).  
Keep a distance of at least 3.94 inches (10 cm) between all occupants and the  
wireless charger when charging.  
the device is being charged by the wireless charger.  
FCC statement  
This product complies with the appropriate  
requirements or the required standards of FCC  
(Federal Communication Commission), described  
below:  
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC rules.  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used  
per the instructions, may cause harmful interference  
to radio communications.  
Don’t remove the wireless charger yourself; contact a dealer for assistance.  
Wireless  
Charger  
Wireless Charger  
All Around  
3.94 inches  
(10 cm)  
3.94 inches  
(10 cm)  
All Around  
3.94 inches (10 cm)  
In order to use safely:  
Remove any metal objects from the charge pad  
before charging a device.  
Do not open the charger case.  
Do not use the charger if it malfunctions. Contact a  
dealer.  
All Around  
3.94 inches  
(10 cm)  
Wireless  
Charger  
If the charger interferes with radio communications,  
attempt to correct the interference:  
Press and hold the switch on the charger for a few  
seconds to turn off the charger.  
* Not available on all models  
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1Heated Steering Wheel*  
Heated Steering Wheel*  
Do not use the heated steering wheel continuously  
The heated steering wheel can be used when  
the power mode is in ON.  
when the power system is off. Under such conditions,  
the 12-volt battery may be weakened, making the  
power system difficult to start.  
Press the button on the right side of the  
steering wheel.  
When a comfortable temperature is reached,  
press the button again to turn it off.  
The heated steering wheel is turned off every  
time you start the power system, even if you  
turned it on the last time you drove the  
vehicle.  
* Not available on all models  
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1Seat Heaters*  
Seat Heaters*  
The seat heaters can be used when the power  
mode is in ON.  
3
WARNING  
Heat induced burns are possible when  
using seat heaters.  
Persons with a diminished ability to sense  
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,  
lowerlimb nerve damage, or paralysis) or  
with sensitive skin should not use seat  
heaters.  
Press the seat heater button:  
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)  
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)  
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)  
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)  
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the  
power system is off. Under such conditions, the 12-  
volt battery may be weakened, making the power  
system difficult to start.  
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for  
the seat heater will automatically be reduced by one  
level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The  
elapsed time varies according to the interior  
environment.  
When the power mode is turned on after it is  
turned off, the previous setting is maintained.  
* Not available on all models  
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Climate Control System  
Using Automatic Climate Control  
The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.  
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers  
the interior temperature to your preference as quickly as possible.  
Models without SYNC button  
(ON/OFF) Button  
AUTO Button  
Temperature Control Dial  
(Recirculation) Button  
Fan Control Dial  
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button  
(Fresh Air) Button  
(Windshield Defroster) Button  
Air flows from Air flows from Air flows from Air flows from  
dashboard  
vents, and  
back of the  
center  
floor and  
dashboard  
vents, and  
back of the  
center  
floor vents.  
floor and  
windshield  
defroster  
vents.  
console.  
console.  
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Models with SYNC button  
Air flows  
from  
dashboard and  
Air flows  
from floor  
Air flows  
from floor  
vents.  
Air flows  
from floor  
and  
vents, and dashboard  
back of the vents, and  
windshield  
defroster  
vents.  
center  
back of the  
center  
console.  
console.  
Fan Control Buttons  
CLIMATE Button  
Driver’s Side Temperature  
Control Dial  
Passenger’s Side  
Temperature Control Dial  
AUTO Button  
SYNC (Synchronization) Button  
(Windshield Defroster) Button  
(Fresh Air) Button  
(ON/OFF) Button  
(Recirculation) Button  
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Use the system when the power system is on.  
1Using Automatic Climate Control  
1. Press the AUTO button.  
Models with SYNC button  
Press the CLIMATE button to display A/C  
fan control information on the audio/information screen  
, MODE, and  
Models without SYNC button  
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the temperature control dial.  
to operate manually. Select icon to turn On or Off A/C  
change the vent mode, or change the fan speed.  
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate  
control system in auto, the function of the button  
that was pressed will take priority.  
,
Models with SYNC button  
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the driver’s side or passenger’s side control  
dial.  
All models  
All models  
3. Press the  
(ON/OFF) button to cancel.  
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions  
unrelated to the button that were pressed will be  
controlled automatically.  
To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the  
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO  
button is pressed.  
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down  
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,  
turning the system on auto, and setting the  
temperature to low. Change the fresh mode to  
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.  
When you set the temperature to the lower or upper  
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.  
Pressing the  
button switches the climate  
control system between on and off. When turned on,  
the system returns to your last selection.  
While ECON mode is active, the climate control  
system may have reduced cooling performance.  
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Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes  
Press the  
(recirculation) or  
(fresh air) button to switch the mode  
depending on environmental conditions.  
Recirculation mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior  
through the system.  
Fresh air mode (indicator on): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system  
in fresh air mode in normal situations.  
1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows  
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows  
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view  
through all the windows before driving.  
Pressing the  
(windshield defroster) button  
Models without SYNC button  
turns the air conditioning system on and  
automatically switches the system to fresh air  
mode.  
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower  
limit.  
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the  
windshield may fog up.  
Press the  
button again to turn off, the  
system returns to the previous settings.  
Models with SYNC button  
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1To rapidly defrost the windows  
To rapidly defrost the windows  
1. Press the  
2. Press the  
button.  
button.  
Models without SYNC button  
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air  
mode. If you keep the system in recirculation mode,  
the windows may fog up from humidity. This  
impedes visibility.  
Models with SYNC button  
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1Synchronization Mode*  
Synchronization Mode*  
When you press the  
button, the system changes  
to synchronization mode.  
When the system is in dual mode, the driver’s side  
temperature and the passenger’s side temperature  
can be set separately.  
Driver’s Side  
Temperature  
Control Dial  
Passenger’s  
Side  
Temperature  
Control Dial  
SYNC Button  
You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver’s side and the passenger’s  
side in synchronization mode.  
1. Press the SYNC button.  
u The system switches to synchronization mode.  
2. Adjust the temperature using the driver’s side temperature control dial.  
Press the SYNC button to return to dual mode.  
* Not available on all models  
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Automatic Climate Control Sensors  
The automatic climate control system is  
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill  
any liquid on them.  
Sensor  
Sensor  
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