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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

/AUTO

, 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.

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Washer

Sprays on the windshield and front-view
camera

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.

*1: Models with manual intermittent operation
*2: Models with automatic intermittent operation

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Windshield Wipers/Washers

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Models with intermittent time adjustment ring

Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring

MIST

INT

AUTO

OFF

: Low speed wipe

: High speed wipe

Pull to
use
washer.

Lower speed, fewer sweeps

Higher speed, more sweeps

* Not available on all models

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When you push the lever down to

AUTO

, the

windshield wipers sweep once, and go into
the automatic mode.

The wipers operate intermittently, at low
speed, or at high speed and stop in
accordance with the amount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.

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Auto sensitivity adjustment

When the wiper function is set to

AUTO

, you

can adjust the sensitivity of the rainfall sensor
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will
operate in accordance with your preference.

Sensor sensitivity

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Automatic Intermittent Wipers

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.

Automatic Intermittent Wipers

The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.

NOTICE

AUTO

should always be turned

OFF

before the

following situations in order to prevent severe
damage to the wiper system:

•

Cleaning the windshield

•

Driving through a car wash

•

No rain present

Adjustment Ring

Low sensitivity

High sensitivity

* Not available on all models

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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.

■

Washer (

)

Sprays on the rear window and rearview
camera while you rotate the switch to this
position. Hold it to activate the rear wiper and
to spray the washers. 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 change the transmission to

(

with the windshield wiper activated, the

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

*1: Models with manual intermittent operation
*2: Models with automatic intermittent operation

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Rear Wiper/Washer

INT

: Intermittent

OFF

Washer

Front Wiper Operation

Rear Wiper Operation

INT

(Intermittent)

AUTO

(Intermittent)

Intermittent

(Low speed wipe)

(High speed wipe)

Continuous

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Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror

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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 mirrors

automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.

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

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.

When the power mode is set to ON and the outside
temperature is below 39°F (4°C), the heated
windshield may automatically activate for up to 15
minutes.

* Not available on all models

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Driving Position Memory System

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Driving Position Memory System

You can store two driver’s seat positions (except for power lumbar) and outside
mirrors position with the driving position memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a keyless remote, the seat and
outside mirrors automatically adjust to one of the preset positions.

•

DRIVER 1

transmitter is linked to memory button 1.

•

DRIVER 2

transmitter is linked to memory button 2.

The driver’s seat moves rearward depending
on the set seating position once you

•

Stop the vehicle.

•

Put the transmission in

(

•

Turn the engine off.

•

Open the driver’s door.

Once the power mode is in the ACCESSORY
position, the driver’s seat moves forward to
the

DRIVER 1

preset position.

Driving Position Memory System

Using the audio/information screen, you can disable
the automatic seat and door mirrors adjustment
function.

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 436

The driver’s seat easy exit feature can be turned ON/
OFF.

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 436

System Operation

The system will not operate if:

•

Either memory button is pressed while the seat or
mirrors are in motion.

•

The seat or mirrors position is adjusted while in
operation.

•

Either of the memorized positions is set fully to the
rear.

* Not available on all models

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Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the
driver’s seat and door mirror to the desired
position.

Press the

SET

button.

The

SET

button indicator lights will come

on.

Press the memory button

(

within

five seconds of pressing the

SET

button.

You will hear the beeper, and the

SET

button indicator light goes off.

Put the transmission into

(

Apply the parking brake.

Press a memory button (

(

The seat and the door mirrors will
automatically move to the memorized
position.

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Storing a Position in Memory

Driving Position Memory System

The system may not recognize a key if:

•

The key is in close proximity to a cell phone or other
wireless device.

•

Both keys are in the vehicle at the same time.

•

The Driving Position Memory System is disabled in
customized features.

•

Opening driver’s door without fully grabbing door
handle.

Memory Button

SET

Button

Indicator light

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Recalling the Stored Position

Storing a Position in Memory

After you press the

SET

button, the storing operation

will be canceled when:

•

You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.

•

You readjust the seat position and door mirror
before the double-beep.

•

You set the power mode to any position except
ON.

Recalling the Stored Position

The seat and the door mirrors will stop moving if you:

•

Press the

SET

button or memory button

(

•

Adjust the seat position or door mirrors.

•

Put the transmission into a position other than

(

Memory
Buttons

* 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 and
power door 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

Mirrors

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

Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

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Tab

Daytime
Position

Night
Position

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

and Power Door Mirrors

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

and Power Door Mirrors

The auto dimming function cancels when the
transmission is in

(

Sensor

Auto Button

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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.

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Folding door mirrors

Press the folding button to fold in and out the
door mirrors.

If activated, either side door mirror
automatically tilts downward when you put
the transmission into

(

; this improves close-

in visibility on the selected side of the vehicle
when backing up. The mirror automatically
returns to its original position when you take
the transmission out of

(

To activate this feature, set the power mode
to ON, and slide the selector switch to the left
or right side.

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Folding Button

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Reverse Tilt Door Mirror

Selector Switch

* Not available on all models

Mirrors

Power Door Mirrors

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Folding in the door mirrors

Press the lock button on the remote transmitter, or touch the door lock sensor on
any door.

The mirrors start folding in automatically.

■

Folding out the door mirrors

Unlock the driver’s door using the key, press the unlock button on the remote
transmitter, or grab the door handle on any door.

The mirrors start folding out automatically.

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Automatic Folding Door Mirror Function

Automatic Folding Door Mirror Function

If you use the fold button to fold the door mirrors,
the auto folding door mirror function will not work.

You can turn the automatic folding door mirror
function on and off.

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 436

Door mirrors will not fold automatically when locking
from inside the vehicle using the lock tab or master
door lock switch.

* Not available on all models

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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 front power seats

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
(Driver’s seat only)

Seat-back
Angle
Adjustment

* Not available on all models

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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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Second Row Seats

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Second Row Seats

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Adjusting the Seat Positions

Second Row Seats

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

WARNING

An unsecured seat or seat-back can move
out of position or collapse without warning
if there is sudden acceleration or stop or in
a crash.

A seat or seat-back that suddenly moves or
collapses can result in severe injury or
death.

Always make sure all seats and seat-backs
are securely locked into position before
driving.

Seat-back Angle
Adjustment

Pull up the strap to
change the angle.

Horizontal Position Adjustment

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

Seat-back Angle
Adjustment

Pull up the lever to
change the angle.

* Not available on all models

Seats

Second Row Seats

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The second row outer seat-backs can be folded down to make room for cargo.

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. 54

Lower the head restraint to its lowest position.

Move the seat to its rearmost position.

Pull the seat-back angle adjustment lever,
then fold the seat-back down.

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

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Folding Down the Second Row Outer Seat

Folding Down the Second Row Outer Seat

Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the front passenger’s seat, as this can cause
the weight sensors in the front passenger’s seat to
work improperly.

Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

P. 74

The front seat(s) must be far enough forward so they
do not interfere with the second row seats as they
fold down.

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.
Make sure the center shoulder belt is re-positioned in
the holding slot.

Seat-back Angle
Adjustment Lever

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Second Row Seats

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Your vehicle’s multi-functional second row center seat is removable.

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. 54

Pull up the strap and fold down the second
row center seat-back.

Pull the lock release strap under the seat
cushion, and lift the rear of the seat.

To lift the seat, grab the handle under
the rear side of the seat cushion.

Pull the seat-back slightly, then pivot it
upward.

This unhooks the front of the seat from
the floor.

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Removing the Second Row Center Seat

Removing the Second Row Center Seat

Do not remove the seat while driving.

The multi-functional center seat can be used as the
beverage holder when folded down.

Beverage Holders

P. 264

The indicator shows red when the seat is not installed
properly.

To reinstall the seat, remove all objects and debris
from the vehicle floor where the seat will be
attached. Insert the front hooks into the front
strikers, confirming that both are fully engaged.
Begin to lower the rear of the seat; once the seat is
within a foot of the floor, allow the seat to drop and
lock to the rear floor strikers. Raise the seat-back to
an upright position, grab the seat-back and rock it
back and forth to confirm that all latches are secured.
Check the indicator on the front of the seat base. If
the indicator is red, the seat is not correctly installed.
Remove the seat and then reinstall.

Indicator

Lock
Release
Strap

Handle

* Not available on all models

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Second Row Seats

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The second row center seat can be stored in the under-floor storage area.

Remove the cargo floor lid.

Under-floor Storage Area

P. 269

Remove the cargo dividers

Removable cargo dividers

P. 271

Take the seat storage strap out of the
under-floor storage area.

The seat storage strap is located in
pocket on rear wall of under-floor
storage area.

Secure the seat storage strap hook to the
passenger’s side anchor as shown in the
image.

Store the second row center seat.

Seat will not fit correctly if head restraint
is positioned to the passenger’s side.

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Storing the Second Row Center Seat

Storing the Second Row Center Seat

A label is in the location shown below.

Seat must be secured with included seat storage
strap when stored in this position.

WARNING

This is not a designated seating position.
Do not allow anyone to sit here.
Sitting here while the vehicle is moving
could result in injury or death.

Seat Storage Strap Hook

Passenger’s Side Anchor

* Not available on all models

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Separately fold down the left and right halves of the third row seats to make room
for cargo.

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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

P. 54

Insert the seat belt into the belt holder
located next to the seat.

Pull the strap on the seat-back fully.

The head restraint tilts downward.

Push the seat-back forward while pulling
the strap.

■

To return the seat to the original position

Pull the seat-back up with the strap pulled.

Push the head restraint up to its original position.

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Folding Down the Third Row Seats

Folding Down the Third Row Seats

Make sure all items in the cargo area or items
extending to the third row 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 second row seats.

The second row seat(s) must be far enough forward
so they do not interfere with the third row seats as
they fold down.

Belt Holder

strap

To return the seat to the original position

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

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Rear Seat Reminder

This feature alerts you to the possible presence of passengers or items in the second
row or third row seats before you exit the vehicle. It activates when the vehicle is set
to VEHICLE OFF if the rear doors were opened shortly before or after the vehicle 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. 140

How to Customize the Vehicle Settings

P. 436

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.

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Adjusting the Front and Second Row Outer Seat Head

Restraint Positions

Adjusting the Front and Second Row Outer Seat 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 second row

and third row center seating position 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 right release
button.

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Changing the Second Row

/Third Row Center Seat Head

Restraint Positions

* Not available on all models

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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.

To remove a head restraint:

Pull the restraint up as far as it will go. Then push the release buttons which are
located on the both legs at the same time, 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 right release button. Pull up on the restraint to make sure it is
locked in position.

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Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints

Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints

To remove and install the front head restraint, 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.

Except third row outer seat head restraints

Front and second row outer seat head restraints

Second row/third row center seat head restraint