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A tether anchor point is provided behind each 
rear seating position.
If you have a child seat that comes with a 
tether but can be installed with a seat belt, the 
tether may be used for additional security.

1.

Locate the appropriate tether anchor point 
and lift the cover.

2.

Route the tether strap over the head 
restraint. Make sure the strap is not twisted.

3.

Secure the tether strap hook to the anchor.

4.

Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the 
child seat manufacturer.

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Adding Security with a Tether

Always use a tether for forward-facing child seats 
whether using the seat belt or lower anchors.

Tether Anchor Points

Cover

Anchor

Anchor

Tether Strap 

Hook

Other Top Tether Type 

in Outer Position

Anchor

Tether Strap 

Hook

Straight Top Tether Type 

in Outer Position

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Anchor

Tether Strap 

Hook

Straight Top Tether Type 

in Center Position

Anchor

Tether Strap 

Hook

Other Top Tether Type 

in Center Position

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Safety of Larger Children

The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind 
of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who 
must sit in front.

When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the lap/
shoulder seat belt. Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then answer the 
following questions.

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Checklist

•

Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over 
the edge of the seat?

•

Does the shoulder belt cross between the 
child’s neck and arm?

•

Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as 
possible, touching the child’s thighs?

•

Will the child be able to stay seated like this 
for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder 
seat belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a 
booster seat until the seat belt fits properly without a booster seat.

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Checking Seat Belt Fit

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WARNING

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in 
front can result in injury or death if the 
passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a larger child must ride in front, move the 
vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, 
have the child sit up properly and wear the 
seat belt properly, using a booster seat if 
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If a lap/shoulder seat belt cannot be used 
properly, position the child in a booster seat in 
the rear seat. For the child’s safety, check that 
the child meets the booster seat 
manufacturer’s recommendations.

Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever 
have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front:

•

Make sure you read and fully understand the instructions and safety information 
in this manual.

•

Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.

•

Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat.

•

Check that the seat belt is properly positioned so that the child is secure in the 
seat.

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Monitoring child passengers

We strongly recommend that you keep an eye on child passengers. Even older, more 
mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten their seat belts and sit up 
properly.

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Booster Seats

When installing a booster seat, make sure to read the 
instructions that came with it, and install the seat 
accordingly.
There are high- and low-type booster seats. Choose a 
booster seat that allows the child to wear the seat 
belt correctly.

Some U.S. states require children to use a booster 
seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g. 6 
years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the 
state where you intend to drive.

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Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas

The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, 
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon 
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.

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Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever

•

The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.

•

The exhaust system may have been damaged.

•

The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into 
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open, 
open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.

1.

Select the fresh air mode.

2.

Select the 

 mode.

3.

Set the fan speed to high.

4.

Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked 
vehicle with the engine running.

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Carbon Monoxide Gas

An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up 
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. 
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the 
garage immediately after starting the engine.

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WARNING

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and 
even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that 
expose you to carbon monoxide.

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Safety Labels

Label Locations

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels 
carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer for a 
replacement.

Sun Visor

Radiator Cap

Dashboard

Air Conditioner System

Radiator Cap

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Deceleration Paddle 

Selector Indicator

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Parking Brake and 

Brake System 

Indicator (Red)

Parking Brake and 

Brake System 

Indicator (Amber)

Automatic Brake 

Hold System Indicator

Automatic Brake Hold 

Indicator

*1 : When you set the power mode to ON, these indicators come on to indicate that system checks are being performed. They go off a few seconds later or after the power 

system has started. If an indicator does not come on or turn off, there may be a malfunction in the corresponding system. To resolve the issue, follow the instructions in 
the owner’s manual. 

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Malfunction Indicator 

Lamp

12-Volt Battery 

Charging System 

Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System 

(

ABS

) Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder 

Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist

TM

 

(VSA

®

) System Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist

TM

 

(VSA

®

) 

OFF

 Indicator

Supplemental Restraint 

System Indicator

Auto High-Beam 

Indicator

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS 

Indicator

Electric Power Steering 

(EPS) System Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard 

Warning Indicators

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator

*

ECON Mode Indicator

System Message Indicator

SPORT

 Mode Indicator

Adaptive Cruise Control 

(

ACC

) with Low Speed 

Follow Indicator (Amber)

Lane Keeping Assist 

System (

LKAS

) Indicator 

(Amber)

Safety Support Indicator 

(Amber)

Safety Support Indicator 

(Green/Gray)

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*1

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Shift Position Indicator

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Transmission System 

Indicator

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*1

Adaptive Cruise Control 

(

ACC

) with Low Speed 

Follow Indicator (Green)

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*1

Lane Keeping Assist 

System (

LKAS

) Indicator 

(Green)

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*1

POWER SYSTEM

 

Indicator

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*1

READY

 Indicator

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EV

 Indicator

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*1

EV

 Mode Indicator

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*1

*1

Immobilizer System 

Indicator

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Security System Alarm 

Indicator 

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*1

*1

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Parking Brake 
and Brake 
System 
Indicator (Red)

•

Comes on when the parking brake 
is applied, and goes off when it is 
released.

•

Comes on when the brake fluid 
level is low.

•

Comes on if there is a problem with 
the brake system.

•

The beeper sounds and the 
indicator comes on if you drive with 
the parking brake applied.

•

Comes on for about 30 seconds 
when you pull or push the electric 
parking brake switch when the 
power mode is in ACCESSORY or 
VEHICLE OFF.

•

Stays on for about 30 seconds 
when you set the power mode to 
VEHICLE OFF while the electric 
parking brake is set.

•

Comes on while driving 

- Make sure 

the parking brake is released. Check the 
brake fluid level.

2

What to do when the indicator 
comes on while driving

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•

Comes on along with the brake system 
indicator (amber)

 - Immediately stop in a 

safe place. Contact a dealer for repair. The 
brake pedal becomes harder to operate. 
Depress the pedal further than you 
normally do.

•

Comes on along with the ABS 
indicator 

- Have your vehicle checked by 

a dealer.

2

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) 
Comes On or Blinks

 P. 572

•

Blinks and the brake system indicator 
(amber) comes on at the same time 

- 

There is a problem with the electric 
parking brake system. The parking brake 
may not be set.
Avoid using the parking brake and have 
your vehicle checked by a dealer 
immediately.

2

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) 
Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time 
When the Brake System Indicator 
(Amber) Comes On

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Parking Brake 
and Brake 
System 
Indicator 
(Amber)

•

Comes on if there is a problem with 
a system related to braking other 
than the conventional brake 
system.

•

Comes on if there is a problem with 
the cooperative control with 
regenerative braking, the electric 
servo brake system, or the hill start 
assist system.

•

Comes on if there is a problem with 
the electric parking brake system.

•

Stays on constantly 

- Avoid high speeds 

and sudden braking. Take the vehicle to a 
dealer immediately.

•

Comes on while driving 

- Avoid using 

the parking brake and have your vehicle 
checked by a dealer immediately.

●

Comes on if there is a problem with 
the radar sensor.

●

Indicator may come on temporarily 
when the Maximum Load Limit is 
exceeded.

●

Make sure the total load is within the 
Maximum Load Limit.

2

Maximum Load Limit

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●

Stays on constantly 

- Have your vehicle 

checked by a dealer.

•

Comes on if there is a problem with 
the automatic brake hold system.

2

Automatic Brake Hold

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Automatic 
Brake Hold 
System 
Indicator

●

Comes on when the automatic 
brake hold system is on.

2

Automatic Brake Hold

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Automatic 
Brake Hold 
Indicator

●

Comes on when the automatic 
brake hold is activated.

2

Automatic Brake Hold

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POWER 
SYSTEM

 

Indicator

●

Comes on if there is a problem with 
the electric vehicle system.

●

Comes on when the High Voltage 
battery temperature becomes high.

●

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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READY

 

Indicator

●

Comes on when the vehicle is ready 
to drive.

2

Turning on the Power

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EV

 Indicator

●

Comes on when the vehicle is 
moved by the motor, and the 
engine is not operating.

—

—

EV

 Mode 

Indicator

●

Comes on when the vehicle is in EV 
mode.

2

SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent 
Multi-Mode Drive)

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Malfunction 
Indicator Lamp

•

After you have set the power mode 
to ON, the vehicle performs system 
checks. However, if the readiness 
codes have not been set by that 
time, this indicator will blink five 
times and then go off.

•

Comes on if there is a problem with 
the emissions control system.

•

Blinks when a misfire in the 
engine’s cylinders is detected.

•

Comes on if the fuel fill cap is loose 
or missing.

•

Readiness codes are part of the on board 
diagnostics for the emissions control 
systems.

2

Testing of Readiness Codes

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•

Comes on while driving 

- Have your 

vehicle checked by a dealer.

•

Blinks while driving 

- Stop in a safe 

place where there are no flammable 
objects. Stop the power system for 10 
minutes or more, and wait for it to cool 
down. Then, take your vehicle to a dealer.

2

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp 
Comes On or Blinks

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•

Comes on 

- Check the fuel cap before 

taking your vehicle to a dealer.

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12-Volt Battery 
Charging 
System 
Indicator

•

Comes on when there is a problem 
with the charging system.

•

Stop in a safe place and have your vehicle 
checked by a dealer immediately.

2

If the 12-Volt Battery Charging 
System Indicator Comes On

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Shift Position 
Indicator

•

Indicates the current shift position.

2

Shifting

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Deceleration 
Paddle Selector 
Indicator

•

Comes on when the paddle selector 
is pulled.

•

Blinks when deceleration does not 
occur while pulling the paddle 
selector.

•

Comes on with 

M

 when 

SPORT

 

mode is selected and pulling the 
paddle selector.

2

Deceleration Paddle Selector

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Transmission 
System 
Indicator

•

The current shift position blinks if 
the transmission system has a 
problem.

•

Blinks while driving 

- Avoid sudden 

starts and acceleration and have your 
vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

•

The current shift position or all the 
shift positions blink if there is a 
problem with the transmission and 
the vehicle is no longer able to run.

•

Immediately park your car in a safe place.

2

Emergency Towing

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•

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

•

The current shift position or all the 
shift positions blink if there is a 
problem with the transmission and 
it is not possible to select 

(

P

.

•

While the vehicle is stopped, apply the 
parking brake.

•

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer 
immediately.

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Seat Belt 
Reminder 
Indicator

•

Blinks and the beeper sounds for a 
few seconds if you are not wearing 
a seat belt when you set the power 
mode to ON, then the indicator 
comes on. 

•

If the front passenger is not 
wearing a seat belt, the indicator 
comes on a few seconds later.

•

Blinks while driving if either you 
and/or the front passenger has not 
fastened a seat belt. The beeper 
sounds and the indicator blinks at 
regular intervals.

•

The beeper stops and the indicator goes 
off when you and the front passenger 
fasten their seat belts.

•

Stays on after you and/or the front 
passenger has fastened the seat 
belt(s) 

- A detection error may have 

occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle 
checked by a dealer.

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Low Fuel 
Indicator

•

Comes on when the fuel reserve is 
running low (approximately 1.59 
U.S. gal.).

•

Blinks if there is a problem with the 
fuel gauge.

•

Comes on 

- Refuel your vehicle as soon 

as possible.

•

Blinks 

- Have your vehicle checked by a 

dealer.