Honda CR-V (2024 year). Manual in english

Seats

Front Seats

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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.

The front seat passenger should also adjust
their seat-back to a comfortable, upright
position.

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.

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Adjusting the Seat-Backs

Adjusting the Seat-Backs

Do not put a cushion, or other object, between the
seat-back and your back.

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.

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.

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Rear Seats

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Rear Seats

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Adjusting the Seat Positions

Rear Seats

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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Rear Seats

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Store the center seat belt first. Insert the
latch plate into the slot on the side of the
anchor buckle.

Retract the seat belt into the holder on the
ceiling.

Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

P. 50

Lower the rear seat head restraint to its
lowest position. Put the armrest back into
the seat-back.

Pull the release lever and fold down the
seat.

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Folding 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.

Remove any items from the rear seat cushion and
floor before you fold down the rear seat.

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.

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.

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.

Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

P. 70

Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat
cushion are securely latched back into place before
driving.

Latch
Plate

Anchor Buckle

Release Lever

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Rear Seat Reminder

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Rear Seat Reminder

This feature alerts you of the possible presence of passengers or items in the rear
seats before you exit the vehicle. It activates when the power mode is set to VEHICLE
OFF if the rear doors were opened shortly before or after the power mode was set
to ON.

A reminder appears on the driver information
interface and an alert will sound when the
power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF.

Rear Seat Reminder

When the power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF, the
reminder comes on briefly, then the function is
deactivated.

The reminder will not work if the power mode has
not been set to ON within 10 minutes of operating
the rear doors.

The system does not detect passengers in the rear
seats. Instead, it can detect when a rear door is
opened and closed, indicating that there may be
something in the rear seats.

You can turn off the notification setting.

Settings

P. 129

Customized Features

P. 359

* Not available on all models

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Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

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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 engine is
off.

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.

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.

Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

WARNING

Sitting improperly or out of position can
result in serious injury or death in a crash.

Always sit upright, well back in the seat,
with your feet on the floor.

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Head Restraints

Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions.

Head restraints are most effective for
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.

To raise the head restraint:

Pull it upward.

To lower the head restraint:

Push it down while pressing the release
button.

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Adjusting the Front Head Restraints

Adjusting the Front Head Restraints

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.

•

Install each restraint in its proper location.

The front seat head restraints cannot be removed.

WARNING

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.

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Head Restraints

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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.

Head restraints can be removed for cleaning or repair.

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.

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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Changing the Rear Seat Head Restraint Position

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Removing and Reinstalling the Rear Head Restraints

Removing and Reinstalling the Rear Head Restraints

WARNING

Failure to reinstall or correctly reinstall, the
head restraints can result in severe injury
during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before
driving.

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Interior Convenience Items

Interior Lights

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The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.

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Door activated

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.

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OFF

The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.

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Interior 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.
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.

You can change the interior lights dimming time.

Settings

P. 129

Customized Features

P. 359

The interior lights go off immediately in the following
situations:

•

When you lock the driver’s door.

•

When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY
mode.

•

When you set the power mode to ON.

To avoid draining the battery, do not leave the
interior light on for an extended length of time when
the engine is 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

OFF

Front

Rear

* Not available on all models

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Interior Lights

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The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the switches.

The cargo area lights come on when you open
the tailgate.

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Map Light Switches

Map Light Switches

When the front 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 switches.

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Cargo Area Lights

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Storage Items

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Storage Items

Pull the handle to open the glove box.

You can lock the glove box with the built-in
key.

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Glove Box

Glove Box

WARNING

An open glove box can cause serious injury
to your passenger in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while
driving.

Glove Box

Handle

To Lock

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Storage Items

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Pull the handle to open the console
compartment.

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Removable tray

The tray can be removed and stored on the
bottom surface of the armrest.

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Console Compartment

* Not available on all models

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Storage Items

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Front seat beverage holders

Located in the console between the front
seats.

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Rear seat beverage holders

Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat
beverage holders.

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Beverage Holders

Beverage Holders

NOTICE

Spilled liquids damage the upholstery, carpeting, and
electrical components in the interior.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.
Hot liquid can scald you.

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Storage Items

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There is a coat hook on the rear left grab
handle.

The tie-down anchors on the cargo area floor
can be used to install a net for securing items.

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Coat Hook

Coat Hook

The coat hook is not designed for large or heavy
items.

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Tie-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.

Anchor

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Storage Items

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The cargo hooks on the both of the cargo area
can be used to hang a light items.

To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To close, push it again until
it latches.

You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.

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Cargo Hooks

Cargo Hooks

Do not hang a large object or an object that weighs
more than 6 lbs (3 kg) on the side cargo hooks.
Hanging heavy or large objects may damage the
hooks.

Hook

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Sunglasses Holder

Sunglasses Holder

Keep the holder closed while driving except when
accessing stored items.

Push

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When putting the cargo floor lid in the
bottom position

This is convenient when storing a tall item.

Pull the strap to open the cargo floor lid.

Pull the strap upwards to lift the floor lid.

Pull the lid towards you until it disengages
from the support rods.

Push the far end of the floor lid down to the
bottom under the support rods, then lower
the other end.

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Cargo Storage Area

Support Rod

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Other Interior Convenience Items

The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY
or ON.

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Console panel

Open the cover to use it.

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Cargo area

Open the cover to use it.

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Accessory Power Socket

Accessory Power Socket

NOTICE

Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element. This can overheat the accessory power
socket.

The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180
watts (15 amps) or less.

To prevent battery drain, use the accessory power
socket only when the engine is running.

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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Other Interior Convenience Items

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To use the wireless charger, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.
Charge any devices compatible with Qi wireless charging on the area indicated by
the

mark as follows:

To turn the system on and off, press and
hold the

(power) button.

When the system is activated, the green
indicator light comes on.

Place the device you want to charge on the
charging area.

The system will automatically start
charging the device, and the amber
indicator light will come on.

Make sure that the device is compatible
with the system and placed with the
chargeable side in the center of the
charging area.

When charging is completed, the green
indicator light will come on.

Depending on the device, the amber
indicator light will stay on.

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Wireless Charger

Wireless Charger

RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC RF Radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
This device and its antenna must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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
your dealer.

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.

Green Indicator

Charging Area

(Power) Button

Amber Indicator

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When charging does not start

Perform one of the solutions in the following table.

Indicator

Cause

Solution

Green

Amber

Blinking
simulta-

neously

There is an obstacle(s) between
the charging area and the
device.

Remove the
obstacle(s).

The device is not within the
charging area.

Pick up and reset the
device to the center of
the charging area
where

is located.

The temperature of the wireless
charger pad increases.

Temporarily suspend
charging the device.
Wait for the
temperature to drop
and attempt to charge
the device again.

Amber

Blinking

The wireless charger is faulty.

Contact a dealer for
repairs.

Wireless Charger

This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the
system for a long time when the engine is not
running. This may weaken the battery, making it
difficult to start the engine.

When using the wireless charger, check the user’s manual
that came with the compatible device you want to charge.

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.

•

Avoid spraying aerosols which may
come in contact with the charge pad
surface.

* Not available on all models

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Wireless Charger

The wireless charger can support up to 15 W, but the
charging rate varies based on the device and other
conditions.

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 can be affected.

“Qi” and

marks are the registered trademarks

owned by Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).

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 a TV
station, electric power plant, or gas station.

•

The device has a cover, case, or accessories which
are not compatible with wireless charging.

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.

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Wireless Charger

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 and 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.

If the device becomes too hot and its battery
protection function activates, it may charge
extremely slowly or no longer charge.
The temperature at which the battery protection
function activates depends on the device.

* Not available on all models

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The power mode must be in ON to use the
heated steering wheel.

Press the button on the lower 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 engine, even if you turned it
on the last time you drove the vehicle.

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Heated Steering Wheel

Canadian models

Heated Steering Wheel

Do not use the heated steering wheel continuously
when the engine is off. Under such conditions, the
battery may be weakened, making the engine
difficult to start.

* Not available on all models

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The seat heaters can be used when the power
mode is in ON.

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)

When the power mode is turned on after it is
turned off, the previous setting is maintained.

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Front Seat Heaters

Front Seat Heaters

Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.

After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the front seat heaters will automatically be reduced
by one level at a time until the front seat heaters
shuts off. The elapsed time varies according to the
interior environment.

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.

* Not available on all models

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The seat heaters can be used when the power
mode is in ON.

There is no heater in the rear center seating
position.

The sun visor can be extended horizontally.

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Rear Seat Heaters

Canadian models

Rear Seat Heaters

Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.

After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the rear seat heaters will automatically be reduced by
one level at a time until the rear seat heaters shuts
off. The elapsed time varies according to the interior
environment.

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.

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Sun Visor

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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.

Use the system when the engine is running.

Press the

AUTO

button.

Adjust the interior temperature using the driver’s side or passenger’s side
temperature control dial.

Press the

(

ON/OFF

) button to cancel.

Using Automatic Climate Control

If any buttons are pressed while using the climate
control system in auto, the function of the button
that was pressed will take priority.

The auto button indicator

AUTO

indicator

will go

off, but functions unrelated to the button that were
pressed will be controlled automatically.

During idle-stops, air-conditioning is suspended, and
only the blower remains active. If you do not want
air-conditioning suspended, press the Auto Idle Stop

OFF

button to cancel idle-stop.

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 air mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.

When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit,

is displayed.

Models with SYNC button

Dashboard
vents

Dashboard
and floor
vents

Floor vents

Floor and
defroster
vents

AUTO

Button

SYNC

Button

A/C

(Air Conditioning) Button

(Recirculation) Button

(

ON/OFF

) Button

Fan Control Dial

Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial

Passenger’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial

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Using Automatic Climate Control

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Use the system when the engine is running.

Press the

AUTO

button.

Adjust the interior temperature using the temperature control dial.

Press the

(

ON/OFF

) button to cancel.

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Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes

Press the

(recirculation) button and 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 off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in
fresh air mode in normal situations.

Using Automatic Climate Control

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.

Models without SYNC button

AUTO

Button

Temperature
Control Dial

(Recirculation) Button

(

ON/OFF

) Button

Fan Control Dial

Dashboard
vents

Dashboard
and floor
vents

Floor vents

Floor and
defroster
vents

A/C

(Air Conditioning) Button

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Climate Control System

Using Automatic Climate Control

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Pressing the

(windshield defroster) button

turns the air conditioning system on and
automatically switches the system to fresh air
mode.

Press the

button again to turn off, the

system returns to the previous settings.

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Defrosting 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.

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.

If you press the

button during Auto Idle Stop, the

engine restarts automatically.

Models with SYNC button

Models without SYNC button

Climate Control System

Using Automatic Climate Control

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To rapidly defrost the windows

Press the

button.

Press the

button.

To rapidly defrost the windows

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

Models without SYNC button

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You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver’s side and the passenger’s
side in synchronization mode.

Press the

SYNC

button.

The system switches to synchronization mode.

Adjust the temperature using the driver’s side temperature control dial.

Press the

SYNC

button or adjust the interior temperature using the passenger’s side

temperature control dial to return to dual mode.

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Synchronization Mode

Synchronization Mode

When the system is in dual mode, the driver’s side
temperature and the passenger’s side temperature
can be set separately.

When you press the

button, the system changes

to synchronization mode.

Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial

Passenger’s
Side
Temperature
Control Dial

SYNC

Button

* Not available on all models

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