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Contents
Table of Contents
Bookmarks
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction
How to Use this Manual
Fuel Requirements
Gasoline Engine
Diesel Engine
Vehicle Break-In Process
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Exterior Overview
Interior Overview
Instrument Panel Overview
Engine Compartment
Safety Features of Your Vehicle
Safety Features of Your Vehicle
Seats
Front Seat Adjustment - Manual
Front Seat Adjustment - Power
Driver Position Memory System (for Power Seat)
Headrest
Rear Seat Entry (for 2 Door)
Seatback Pocket
Rear Seat Adjustment
Seat Belts
Seat Belt Restraint System
Shoulder Belt Extension Guide (for 2 Door)
Pre-Tensioner Seat Belt
Seat Belt Precautions
Care of Seat Belts
Child Restraint System
Air Bag - Supplemental Restraint System
How Does the Air Bag System Operate
Air Bag Warning Light
SRS Components and Functions
Driver's and Passenger's Front Air Bag
Side Air Bag
Curtain Air Bag
Additional Safety Precautions
SRS Care
Adding Equipment to or Modifying Your Air Bag- Equipped Vehicle
Air Bag Warning Label
Features of Your Vehicle
Features of Your Vehicle
Keys
Immobilizer System
Remote Keyless Entry
Remote Keyless Entry System Operations
Transmitter Precautions
Battery Replacement
Smart Key
Smart Key Functions
Smart Key Precautions
Battery Replacement
Theft-Alarm System
Armed Stage
Theft-Alarm Stage
Disarmed Stage
Opening the Trunk (Tailgate) with the Alarm Armed
Door Locks
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle
Operating Door Locks from Inside the Vehicle
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock (4 Door, 5 Door)
Door Lock/Unlock Features
Trunk (4 Door, 2 Door)
Closing the Trunk
Opening the Trunk
Emergency Trunk Safety Release
Smart Trunk
How to Use the Smart Trunk
How to Deactivate the Smart Trunk Function Using the Smart Key
Tailgate (5 Door)
Closing the Tailgate
Opening the Tailgate
Emergency Tailgate Safety Release
Windows
Power Windows
Hood
Closing the Hood
Opening the Hood
Fuel Filler Lid
Closing the Fuel Filler Lid
Opening the Fuel Filler Lid
Sunroof
Sliding the Sunroof
Tilting the Sunroof
Resetting the Sunroof
Sunshade
Sunroof Open Warning
Steering Wheel
Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
Heated Steering Wheel
Tilt and Telescopic Steering
Horn
Flex Steer
Mirrors
Inside Rearview Mirror
Outside Rearview Mirror
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Control
Gauges
LCD Window Control
Transaxle Shift Indicator
LCD Windows
Overview
Trip Information (Trip Computer)
LCD Modes (for Type B, Type C Instrument Cluster)
Warning and Indicator Lights
Warning Lights
Indicator Lights
Operation of the Parking Assist System
Non-Operational Conditions of Parking Assist System
Self-Diagnosis
Rearview Camera
Hazard Warning Flasher
Lighting
Battery Saver Function
Headlight Escort Function
Lighting Control
High Beam Operation
Front Fog Light
Turn Signals and Lane Change Signals
Daytime Running Lights
Headlight Leveling Device
Rear Fog Light
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers (Front)
Windshield Washers (Front)
Interior Light
Automatic Turn off Function
Luggage Room Lamp
Room Lamp
Glove Box Lamp
Vanity Mirror Lamp
Welcome System
Headlamp Welcome
Interior Light
Pocket Lamp
Defroster
Rear Window Defroster
Manual Climate Control System
Heating and Air Conditioning
System Operation
Climate Control Air Filter
Checking the Amount of Air Conditioner Refriger
Automatic Climate Control System
Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
Checking the Amount of Air Conditioner Refriger
Climate Control Air Filter
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
Manual Climate Control System
Automatic Climate Control System
Defogging Logic
Clean Air
Storage Compartment
Center Console Storage
Glove Box
Cool Box
Sunglass Holder
Luggage Tray (5 Door)
Interior Features
Ashtray
Cigarette Lighter
Cup Holder
Sliding Armrest
Seat Warmer
Air Ventilation Seat
Sunvisor
LCD Monitor (Clock and Outside Temperature)
Clothes Hanger
Icy Road Warning Light
Floor Mat Anchor(S) (if
Luggage Net (Holder) (if
Cargo Area Cover (5 Door)
Audio System
Audio System
Antenna
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
AUX, USB and Ipod ® Port
How Vehicle Audio Works
Audio (Without Touch Screen)
Feature of Your Audio
Feature of Your Audio
Radio Mode (Type A-1, Type A-2 with RDS)
Radio Mode (Type A-3, Type A-4)
Media Mode
Phone Mode
Voice Recognition Mode
Setup Mode (Type A-1, Type A-2)
Setup Mode (Type A-3, Type A-4)
AUDIO (with Touch Screen)
Feature of Your Audio
Feature of Your Audio
Before Using the Audio System
Radio Mode (Type B-1, Type B-2)
Radio Mode (Type B-3, Type B-4)
Media Mode
Phone Mode
Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology (Type B-1)
Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology (Type B-3)
Voice Recognition Mode
Setup Mode (Type B-1, Type B-2)
Setup Mode (Type B-3, Type B-4)
Declaration of Conformity
Fcc
CE for EU
MOC for Israel
NCC for Taiwan
ANATEL for Brazil
Driving Your Vehicle
Key Positions
Stopping the Gasoline Engine/Diesel Engine
Driving Your Vehicle
Engine Start/Stop Button
Engine Start/Stop Button Position
Illuminated Engine Start/Stop Button
Starting the Engine
(Manual Transaxle)
Manual Transaxle Operation
Good Driving Practices
Automatic Transaxle
Automatic Transaxle Operation
Paddle Shifter
Shift Lock System
Good Driving Practices
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)
Dual Clutch Transmission Operation
Paddle Shifter
Shift Lock System
Good Driving Practices
Brake System
Power Brakes
Parking Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
ESS : Emergency Stop Signal
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) (if
Good Braking Practices
Cruise Control System
Cruise Control Switch
To Set Cruise Control Speed
To Decrease the Cruising Speed
To Increase Cruise Control Set Speed
To Resume Cruising Speed at more than Approximately
To Turn Cruise Control off
DRIVE Mode
Drive Mode Integrated Control System
Blind Spot Detection System (BSD)
BSD (Blind Spot Detection) / LCA (Lane Change Assist)
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
Driver's Attention
Economical Operation
Hazardous Driving Conditions
Rocking the Vehicle
Special Driving Conditions
Smooth Cornering
Manual Transaxle
What to Do in an Emergency
Road Warning
Hazard Warning Flasher
In Case of an Emergency While Driving
If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad or Crossing
If the Engine Stalls While Driving
If You Have a Flat Tire While Driving
If the Engine will Not Start
If Engine Doesn't Turn over or Turns over Slowly
If Engine Turns over Normally but Does Not Start
Emergency Starting
Jump Starting
Push-Starting
If the Engine Overheats
Low Tire Pressure Telltale
Changing a Tire with TPMS
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Mal- Function Indicator
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
If You Have a Flat Tire
Jack and Tools
Changing Tires
Removing and Storing the Spare Tire
Jack Label
EC Declaration of Conformity for Jack
Towing Service
Removable Towing Hook
Emergency Towing
Towing
Emergency Commodity
Fire Extinguisher
Maintenance
Engine Compartment
Maintenance Services
Owner's Responsibility
Owner Maintenance Precautions
Owner Maintenance
Owner Maintenance Schedule
Scheduled Maintenance Service
Normal Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance under Severe Usage Conditions
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items
Engine Oil and Filter
Drive Belts
Fuel Filter Cartridge (for Diesel)
Fuel Filter (for Gasoline)
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and Connections
Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler Cap
Vacuum Crankcase Ventilation Hoses
Air Cleaner Filter
Spark Plugs (for Gasoline Engine)
Valve Clearance (for Gasoline Engine)
Cooling System
Coolant
Manual Transaxle Fluid
Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Brake Hoses and Lines
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Parking Brake
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and Rotors
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
Drive Shafts and Boots
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Engine Oil (Gasoline)
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Engine Oil (Diesel)
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Engine Coolant
Checking the Coolant Level
Changing the Coolant
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
Washer Fluid
Checking the Washer Fluid Level
Parking Brake
Checking the Parking Brake
Fuel Filter (for Diesel)
Draining Water from Fuel Filter
Fuel Filter Cartridge Replacement
Air Cleaner
Filter Replacement
Climate Control Air Filter
Filter Inspection
Wiper Blades
Blade Inspection
Blade Replacement
Battery
For Best Battery Service
Battery Capacity Label
Battery Recharging
Reset Items
Tires and Wheels
Tire Care
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire Rotation
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
Tire Replacement
Wheel Replacement
Tire Traction
Tire Maintenance
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Low Aspect Ratio Tire
Fuses
Inner Panel Fuse Replacement
Engine Compartment Fuse Replacement
Fuse/Relay Panel Description
Light Bulbs
Side Repeater Lamp Replacement
Rear Combination Lamp Bulb Replacement
High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement
License Plate Lamp Bulb Replacement
Interior Lamp Bulb Replacement
Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Interior Care
Crankcase Emission Control System
Emission Control System
Evaporative Emission Control System
Exhaust Emission Control System
Lean Nox Trap
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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Features of Your Vehicle
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Audio System
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Driving Your Vehicle
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What to Do in an Emergency
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Maintenance
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Specifications & Consumer Information
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