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

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Windows

Opening/Closing the Power Windows

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To open:

Press the unlock button, and then

within 10 seconds, press it again and hold it.

If the windows stop midway, repeat the
procedure.

Pull and hold the outer handle. Insert the key
into the key cylinder completely from below
the handle.

To open:

Unlock the driver’s door with the

key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the unlock
direction and hold it there.

Release the key to stop the windows at the
desired position. If you want further
adjustment, repeat the same operation.

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Opening the Windows with the Remote

Opening the Windows with the Remote

If you open the windows with the remote
transmitter, the moonroof will open automatically
along with them.

You can turn off or on to open the windows with the
keyless remote setting using the driver information
interface or audio/information screen.

Settings

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How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

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Models with moonroof

All models

Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

Unlock Button

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Opening the Windows with the Key

Opening the Windows with the Key

If you open the windows with the key, the moonroof
will open automatically along with them.

Models with moonroof

Open

* Not available on all models

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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.

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Automatic operation

To open:

Pull the switch back firmly.

To close:

Push the switch forward firmly.

The moonroof automatically opens or closes
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway,
pull or push the switch briefly.

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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.

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Tilting the moonroof up

To tilt:

Push on the center of the moonroof

switch.

To close:

Push the switch forward firmly,

then release.

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Using the Moonroof Switch

Opening/Closing the Moonroof

NOTICE

Opening the moonroof in below freezing
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

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,
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully
closes. Make sure that all objects, including fingers,
are clear of the moonroof.

You can use the remote transmitter or the key to
operate the moonroof.

Opening the Windows with the Remote

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Opening the Windows with the Key

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WARNING

Opening or closing the moonroof on
someone’s hands or fingers can cause
serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of
the moonroof before opening or closing it.

Open

Tilt

* Not available on all models

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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel

ENGINE START/STOP Button

If you carry the keyless remote and press

ENGINE START/STOP

button without

depressing the brake pedal, the power mode
will change in this order: VEHICLE
OFF



ACCESSORY



VEHICLE OFF.

VEHICLE OFF:

Vehicle power is turned OFF.

ACCESSORY:

The audio system and some accessories can be
used.

ON:

All accessories can be used.

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Changing the Power Mode

ENGINE START/STOP Button

If the keyless remote is set in a storage box or another
place where its signal can be interrupted, the power
mode may not change.

When the power mode is set to ON, the power mode
will change to ACCESSORY if the

ENGINE START/

STOP

button is pressed while the transmission is in a

position other than

(

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ENGINE START/STOP Button

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If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the transmission in

(

and the

power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automatically goes into the mode similar to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid draining the battery.

If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning
beep sounds.

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Automatic Power Off

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Power Mode Reminder

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ENGINE START/STOP Button

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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.

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When the power mode is in
ACCESSORY

The alarm will sound from outside the vehicle.

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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.

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Keyless 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.

If the keyless remote is taken out of the vehicle after
the engine has been turned on, you can no longer
change the

ENGINE START/STOP

button mode or

restart the engine. Always make sure that the keyless
remote is in your vehicle when you operate the

ENGINE START/STOP

button.

Removing the keyless remote from the vehicle
through a window does not activate the warning
buzzer.

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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Lights

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Lights

The lights will turn on automatically
depending on the ambient brightness. They
can also be switched on and off manually.

The exterior lights will switch on automatically
when the light switch is set to

AUTO

while

the power mode is in ON.

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Manual operation

Headlights/parking lights:

Turn the light switch to

Parking lights:

Turn the light switch to

Headlight/parking lights off:

Turn the light switch to

OFF

and release it while the transmission is in

(

or the

parking brake is applied.

The lights will come back on automatically when:

•

The light switch is turned to

OFF

again and released.

•

The transmission is changed out of

(

and the parking brake is released.

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Headlights/Parking Lights

Lights

When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the
instrument panel will be on.

Lights On Indicator

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Headlights/Parking Lights

When the parking lights are on, the side marker, tail,
and rear license plate lights will also switch on.

Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.

When the light switch is turned to

and

the power is turned to OFF, a beeper sounds when
the driver’s door is opened.

When the light switch is turned to

AUTO

and the

ambient light levels are low, the headlights and
parking lights will switch on if you unlock a door.
They will switch off when the door is locked.

If you suspect that the headlights are not positioned
properly, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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Lights

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When the headlights are on, push the lever forward. Pull the lever back to return to
low beams.

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Flashing the high beams

Pull the lever back to switch on the high
beams.

Release the lever to return to low beams.

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High Beams

Headlights/Parking Lights

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.

You can adjust the auto light sensitivity as follow:

Settings

P. 123

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 350

Setting

The exterior lights come on

when the ambient light is

Max

High

Mid

Low

Min

U.S. models

Bright

Dark

Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

* Not available on all models

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Lights

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The turn signals can be used when the power
mode is in ON.

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: Turn signal

Push the lever up or down based on the
direction you want to turn, and the turn signal
will blink.

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: One-touch turn signal

When you lightly push the lever up or down
and release it, the turn signal will blink 3
times.

If you lightly push the lever in the
opposite direction while it is blinking, the
blinking will stop.

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Turn Signals

Turn Signals

The turn signal indicator on the instrument panel will
blink when the external turn signal blinks.

Indicators

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Lights

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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.

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 remote with you,
and close the driver’s door.

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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Headlight Integration with Wipers

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Automatic Lighting Off Feature

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.

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.

Settings

P. 123

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 350

Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

Automatic Lighting Off Feature

You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.

Settings

P. 123

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 350

Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

* Not available on all models

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Lights

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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

•

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.

While the vehicle is stopped, if you turn the light switch to

OFF

and release it, the

daytime running lights will turn off. When the transmission is changed out of

(

and the parking brake is released, the lights will come on again. Otherwise, if the
light switch is once more turned to

OFF

, the lights will come on again.

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Daytime Running Lights

Daytime Running Lights

AUTO

, if the ambient brightness is dark, the low

beam headlights come on.

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Auto High-Beam

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Auto High-Beam

The front wide view 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.

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Activating the system

When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator
comes on and automatically switches between the high beam and low beam,
depending on the situation.

•

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
activated.

•

It is dark outside the vehicle.

If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have
been met, carry out either of the procedures below and the indicator will come on.

•

Pull the lever toward you and release it.

•

Turn the light switch to

then turn the light switch to

AUTO

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How to Use the Auto High-Beam

Auto 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
manually switch the headlights between high beam
and low beam if necessary.

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 light sources varies depending on
conditions surrounding your vehicle.

Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to
the inside of the windshield, refer to the following.

Front Wide View Camera

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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.

•

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.

Light Switch

Auto High-Beam

Indicator

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Auto High-Beam

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Automatic switching between high-beam and low-beam

When the auto high-beam indicator comes on, the headlights switch between high
beam and low beam based on the following conditions.

How to Use the Auto High-Beam

In the following cases, the auto high-beam system
may not switch the headlights properly or the
switching timing may be changed. If the automatic
switching operation does not fit your driving habits,
please switch the headlights manually.

•

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.

•

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.

The auto high-beam system keeps the headlight low
beam on when:

•

Windshield wipers are operating at a high speed.

•

The camera has detected a dense fog.

High beam

All of the following conditions
must be met before the high
beams turn on.

•

Your vehicle speed is 25 mph
(40 km/h) or more.

•

There are no preceding or
oncoming vehicles with
headlights or taillights turned
on.

•

There are few street lights on
the road ahead.

Low beam

One of the following conditions
must be met before the low beams
turn on.

•

Your vehicle speed is 15 mph
(24 km/h) or less.

•

There is a preceding or
oncoming vehicle with
headlights or taillights turned
on.

•

There are many street lights on
the road ahead.

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Auto High-Beam

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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.

To reactivate the auto high-beam, follow either of the procedures below and
the auto high-beam indicator will come on.

•

Pull the lever toward you and release it.

•

Turn the light switch to

and then to

AUTO

when the lever is in the low beam

position.

Using the light switch:

Turn the light switch to

To reactivate the auto high-beam, turn the light switch to

AUTO

when the

lever is in the low beam position and the auto high-beam indicator will come
on.

How to Use the Auto High-Beam

How to turn off the Auto High-Beam System

You can turn the auto high-beam system on and off.

Settings

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How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 350

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.

If the

Some driver assist systems cannot operate:

Clean front windshield or poor viewing
condition.

message appears:

•

Park your vehicle in a safe place, and make sure the
windshield is clean. Clean the windshield if it is
dirty. If the message does not disappear after
driven for a while, have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.

Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

* Not available on all models

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Wipers and Washers

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Wipers and Washers

The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.

■

MIST

The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.

■

Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)

Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.

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Adjusting wiper operation

Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
operation.

■

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.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

Wipers and Washers

NOTICE

Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.

NOTICE

Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.

NOTICE

In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defogger or heated windshield

to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.

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

setting become

the same.

Models with intermittent time adjustment ring

Pull to

use

washer.

MIST

INT

OFF

: Low speed wipe

: High speed wipe

Intermittent Time

Adjustment Ring

Lower speed, fewer sweeps

Higher speed, more sweeps

* Not available on all models

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Wipers and Washers

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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.

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Washer (

)

Sprays on the rear window while you rotate
the switch to this position. Hold it to activate
the rear 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.

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Operating in reverse

When you put the transmission to

(

with the windshield wiper activated, the rear

wiper operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.

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Rear Wiper/Washer

Wipers and Washers

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.

The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload.
Wiper operation will return to normal within a few
minutes.

: Continuous wipe

OFF

INT

: Intermittent

Washer

Front Wiper Position

Rear Wiper Operation

INT

(Intermittent)

Intermittent

(Low speed wipe)

(High speed wipe)

Continuous

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Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror

Button

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Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror

Button

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

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.

Heated Windshield Button

Press the heated windshield button to deice
the windshield at the wiper park area of the
windshield when the power mode is in ON.

The heated windshield will automatically
switch off after 15 minutes.

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
engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, making
it difficult to start the engine.

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

Canadian models

Heated Windshield Button

This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been deiced.
Also, do not use the system for a long period when
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery,
making it difficult to start the engine.

* Not available on all models

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Adjusting the Steering Wheel

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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.

While the vehicle is stopped, push the
steering wheel adjustment lever down.

The steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.

Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.

Make sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.

Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up
to lock the steering wheel in position.

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.

Adjusting the Steering Wheel

WARNING

Adjusting the steering wheel position while
driving may cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.

To adjust

To lock

Lever

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Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirror

Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.

Flip the tab to switch the position.
The night position will help reduce the glare
from headlights behind you when driving
after dark.

When you are driving after dark, the
automatic dimming rearview mirror reduces
the glare from headlights behind you. Press
the AUTO button to turn this function on and
off. When activated, the AUTO indicator
comes on.

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Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions

Interior Rearview Mirror

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.

Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

Front Seats

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Tab

Daytime

Position

Night

Position

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

The auto dimming function cancels when the
transmission is in

(

Sensor

Auto Button

* Not available on all models

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Mirrors

Power Door Mirrors

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Power Door Mirrors

You can adjust the door mirrors when the
power mode is in ON.

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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.

Selector Switch

Adjustment 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
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.

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Adjusting the driver’s power seat

Seats

Always make seat adjustments before driving.

Move back.

Allow sufficient

space.

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Adjusting the Seat Positions

Front Seats

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow
at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the
steering wheel and the chest.

WARNING

Sitting too close to a front airbag can result
in serious injury or death if the front
airbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from the front
airbags as possible while maintaining
control of the vehicle.

Adjusting the Seat Positions

Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and
forth to make sure it is locked in position.

Horizontal

Position

Adjustment

Height

Adjustment

Seat-back

Angle

Adjustment

* Not available on all models

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Seats

Front Seats

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Adjusting the front manual seat(s)

Horizontal Position
Adjustment

Pull up on the bar to move the
seat, then release the bar.

Driver’s seat is shown.

Seat-back Angle Adjustment

Pull up the lever to change the
angle.

Height Adjustment

(Driver side only)
Pull up or push down the lever
to raise or lower the seat.

* Not available on all models

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

The rear seats can be folded down separately to allow for additional storage space.

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To fold down the seat

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

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Lower the head restraint to its lowest
position.

Pull the release lever and fold down the
seat-back.

To return the seat to the original position, pull
up the seat-back in the upright position.

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Folding Down the Rear Seats

Folding Down the Rear Seats

Make sure all items in the cargo area or items
extending to the rear seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.

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

To lock the seat-back upright, push it backwards until
it locks.

Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat
cushion are securely latched back into place before
driving. Also, make sure all rear shoulder belts are
positioned in front of the seat-back, and the center
shoulder belt is re-positioned in the holding slot.

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

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Anchor

Buckle

Latch Plate

Release Lever

Seats

Rear Seats

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This feature alerts you to 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.

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Rear Seat Reminder

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. 123

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 350

Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

* Not available on all models

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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 Restraint Positions

Adjusting the Front Head Restraint Positions

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.

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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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 Positions

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Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints

Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints

To remove and install the head restraints, recline the
seat-back slightly forward as the space between the
ceiling and the seat-back is limited.

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 turn off about 30 seconds after the doors are
closed.
The lights turn 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. 123

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 350

The interior lights turn off immediately in the
following situations:

•

When you lock the driver’s door.

•

When you set the power mode to ON.

•

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

Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

Door Activated Position

Off

* Not available on all models

Interior Convenience Items

Interior Lights

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Front seat

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

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Rear seat

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

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Map Light Switches

Interior Light Switches

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.

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 buttons or
touch the map lights.

Touch

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Storage Items

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Storage Items

Pull the handle to open the glove box.

Press the button to open the console
compartment.

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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.

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Console Compartment

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