Suzuki SX4 (2010 year). Instruction — part 2

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

NOTE:

“PANIC” button (3) function

Keyless unlocking/locking using the

•

The maximum operating distance of the

This function is to get the attention of oth-

request switches

remote controller is about 5 m (16 ft.),

ers.

SX4

but this can vary depending on the sur-

Press the “PANIC” button (3) for more than

roundings, especially near other trans-

1 second. The headlights and taillights will

mitting devices such as radio towers or

blink for about 30 seconds. Also, the horn

CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.

will sound intermittently for about 30 sec-

•

The door locks cannot be operated with

onds at the same time.

the remote controller if the ignition switch

To cancel the “PANIC” mode, press any

is in a position other than “LOCK”, or the

button (PANIC, LOCK or UNLOCK) on the

ignition key is inserted in the ignition

remote controller. You can also insert the

switch, or if any door is open.

key in the ignition switch and turn to the

If any door is open, you cannot lock the

“ON” position to cancel the “PANIC” mode.

door by operating the remote controller,

however unlock the door.

NOTE:

•

You cannot lock the door unless all of the

The “PANIC” button function will not acti-

(1)

EXAMPLE

door are closed completely.

vate when the key is in the ignition switch.

•

If you lose one of the remote controllers,

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ask your SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos-

SX4 SEDAN

sible for a replacement. Be sure to have

your dealer program the new remote

controller code in your vehicle’s memory

so that the old code is erased, or per-

form the programming procedure your-

self according to the instructions in this

section.

(1)

EXAMPLE

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Windows: 3, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

When the remote controller is within the

NOTE:

NOTE:

operating range described in this section,

•

The door locks cannot be operated by

•

If the remote controller is outside the

you can lock or unlock the doors by push-

the request switch under the following

request

switch

operating

range

ing the request switch (1) on the door han-

conditions:

described above, you will not be able to

dle of the driver’s door, front passenger’s

- If any door is open or is not completely

operate the request switch.

door or tailgate of SX4.

closed.

•

If the battery of the remote controller

- If the ignition switch is in a position

runs down or there are strong radio

To lock all doors when all doors are

other than “LOCK”.

waves or noise, the request switch oper-

unlocked:

- If the ignition key is inserted in the igni-

ating range may be reduced or the

• Push the request switch on one of the

tion switch.

remote controller may be inoperative.

door handles once.

•

If no doors are opened within about 30

•

If the remote controller is too close to the

The turn signal lights will flash once when

seconds after unlocking the doors by

door glass, the request switches may not

the doors are locked.

pushing the request switch, the doors

operate.

will be locked again automatically.

•

If a spare remote controller is in the vehi-

To unlock a door or all doors:

cle, the request switches may not oper-

• Push the request switch on the door

EXAMPLE

ate normally.

handle once to unlock only one door.

•

The remote controller will only operate a

• Push the request switch on the door

request switch if it is within the switch’s

handle twice to unlock all doors.

(1)

operating range. For example, if the

When the doors are unlocked:

remote controller is within the operating

• The turn signal lights will flash twice.

range of the driver’s door request switch

• If the interior light switch is in the

(1)

but not the front passenger’s door

“DOOR” position, the interior light will

request switch or the tailgate request

turn on for about 15 seconds and then

switch, the driver’s door switch can be

fade out. If you push in the ignition

operated but the front passenger’s door

switch or insert the key during this time,

switch or tailgate switch cannot be oper-

(1)

the light will start to fade out immedi-

ated.

ately.

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Be sure the doors are locked after you

(1) 80 cm (2 1/2 feet)

operate the request switch to lock the

doors.

When the remote controller is within

approximately 80 cm (2 1/2 feet) from a

front door handle or the tailgate switch, you

can lock or unlock the doors by pushing

the request switch.

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Windows: 3, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

Some additional precautions you should

CAUTION

take and information you should be aware

of are:

The remote controller is a sensitive

•

Make sure the ignition key is stowed in

electronic instrument. To avoid dam-

the remote controller. If the remote con-

aging the remote controller:

troller becomes unreliable, you will not

• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

be able to lock or unlock the doors or

ture or high temperature such as by

start the engine.

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leaving it on the dashboard under

•

Be sure that the driver always carries the

direct sunlight.

To stow the ignition key into the remote

remote controller.

• Keep the remote controller away

controller, push the key in the remote con-

•

If you lose one of the remote controllers,

from magnetic objects such as a

troller until you hear a click.

ask your SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos-

television.

sible for a replacement. Be sure to have

your dealer program the new remote

NOTE:

controller code in your vehicle’s memory

The keyless start system may not function

so that the old code is erased, or per-

correctly in certain environments or under

form the programming procedure your-

certain operating conditions such as the

self according to the instructions in this

(A)

following:

section.

• When there are strong signals coming

•

You can use up to four remote controllers

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from a television, power station or a cel-

and ignition keys for your vehicle. Ask

To remove the key from the remote control-

lular phone.

your SUZUKI dealer for details.

ler, push the button (A) in the direction of

• When the remote controller is in contact

•

The battery life of the remote controller

the arrow and pull the key out from the

with or covered by a metal object.

is about two years, but it can vary

remote controller.

• When a radio wave type remote keyless

depending on usage conditions.

entry is used nearby.

• When the remote controller is placed

near an electronic device such as per-

sonal computer.

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Windows: 3, 8

Mirrors: 3, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

Reminder function

• If you open the driver’s door and lock the

Replacement of the battery

door by turning the lock knob forward or

If the remote controller becomes unreli-

pushing the power door locking switch,

able, replace the battery.

the driver’s door will be automatically

To replace the battery of the remote con-

unlocked.

troller:

• If you open a door other than the driver’s

door and lock the front passenger’s door

by turning the lock knob forward or push-

ing the power door locking switch, the

front passenger’s door will be automati-

cally unlocked.

For SX4 SEDAN, if you close the trunk lid

EXAMPLE

with the remote controller left in the trunk

with all the doors locked, the trunk will be

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automatically unlatched.

If the remote controller is not in the vehicle

under the following conditions, a buzzer

NOTE:

sounds intermittently for about 2 seconds

• The reminder will not operate when the

and the keyless start system indicator light

remote controller is on the instrument

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on the instrument cluster blinks in red:

panel, in the glove box, in a storage

• When the vehicle speed is over 10 km/h

compartment, in the sun visor or on the

1)

Insert a flat blade screwdriver covered

(6 mph).

floor etc.

with a soft cloth in the slot of the remote

• When one or more doors are opened

• Be sure that the driver always carries the

controller and pry it open.

and all of the doors are later closed with

remote controller.

the ignition switch in a position other

• Do not leave the remote controller in the

than “LOCK”.

vehicle when leaving the vehicle.

The red indicator light will turn off within

several seconds after the remote controller

is returned to an area of the vehicle other

than the rear luggage area.

If the remote controller is left in the vehicle

and you lock the driver’s door or front pas-

senger’s door as described below, the door

will be automatically unlocked.

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Mirrors: 3, 8

Seat Adjustment: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Programming/erasing the remote con-

WARNING

troller code yourself

Your new vehicle was originally equipped

Swallowing a lithium battery may

with two remote controllers.

cause serious internal injury. Do not

allow anyone to swallow a lithium

If you have lost one of the remote control-

battery. Keep lithium batteries away

lers, you should change the remote con-

from children and pets. If swallowed,

troller code in your vehicle’s memory as

(1)

contact a physician immediately.

soon as possible for security. If you pur-

chase additional remote controllers, the

new remote controllers need to be pro-

CAUTION

grammed into your vehicle’s memory. You

can perform this yourself by using the fol-

The transmitter/remote controller is a

lowing procedure:

sensitive electronic instrument. To

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avoid damaging it, do not expose it to

NOTE:

dust or moisture or tamper with inter-

(1) Lithium disc type battery:

• You can program up to four remote con-

nal parts.

CR2032 or equivalent

troller codes into your vehicle’s memory.

The four codes may be the same or dif-

2) Replace the battery (1) so its + terminal

ferent.

faces the bottom of the case as shown

• If you try to program a fifth code, the four

in the illustration.

remote controller codes that are pro-

3) Close the remote controller firmly.

grammed will be cleared automatically.

4) Make sure the door locks can be oper-

• If you program a new remote controller

ated with the remote controller.

code, all of the old remote controller

5) Dispose of the used battery properly

codes that are in your vehicle’s memory

according to applicable rules or regula-

will be erased automatically. When you

tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-

program a new remote controller, you

ies with ordinary household trash.

should reprogram any additional remote

controllers at the same time.

• To purchase new remote controllers, see

your SUZUKI dealer.

• Before you begin programming, have all

of your remote controllers available.

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Seat Adjustment: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

To program a new remote controller

7. Proceed to step 5) within 60 seconds

8) Make sure that the keyless start system

1)

Close all the doors of the vehicle.

after the engine has started.

and keyless entry system operate prop-

2)

Sit in the driver’s seat and confirm that

erly by operating each remote control-

the driver’s door is unlocked.

NOTE:

ler.

3)

Insert the key into the ignition switch.

You cannot program the remote controller

If you cannot operate the keyless start sys-

4)

Complete steps 1 through 6 described

if you don’t complete steps 1 through 6

tem and/or keyless entry system, repeat

below within 25 seconds after step 3).

within 25 seconds.

this programming procedure again.

You cannot program the remote controller

If you still cannot operate the systems, see

if you do not proceed to step 5) within 60

your SUZUKI dealer.

seconds after the engine has started.

5) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”

position.

A buzzer will sound twice and the door

UNLOCK

LOCK

lock switch will be activated from the

(2)

(1)

lock position to the unlock position

automatically.

6) Press the

“LOCK”,

“UNLOCK” or

“PANIC” button on the remote controller.

A buzzer will sound twice and the door

lock switch will be activated from the

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lock position to the unlock position

automatically.

1.

Push the power door locking switch

If you want to program an additional

of the driver’s door to the lock posi-

remote controller, repeat the procedure

tion and then push it to the unlock (2)

of step 6) using the additional remote

position.

controller.

2.

Repeat step 1 two more times.

3.

Push the power door locking switch

NOTE:

of the driver’s door to the lock (1)

Complete step 6) within 30 seconds.

position.

You can program up to four remote control-

4.

Remove the key from the ignition

lers.

switch and then insert it again.

5.

Repeat step 4 three more times.

7) To complete programming, remove the

6.

To start the engine, turn the ignition

key from the ignition switch or turn the

switch to the “START” position.

ignition switch to the “ON” position.

Wait for 3 seconds.

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Seat Adjustment: 3

Head Restraints: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

To change the old remote controller

1. For USA

Keyless Entry System Transmitter

codes in your vehicle’s memory

This device complies with Part 15 of the

(Type B)

If you have lost one of the remote control-

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-

lers, you should change the remote con-

lowing two conditions:

troller codes in your vehicle’s memory as

1) This device may not cause harmful

(1)

soon as possible for security.

interference, and

To erase the remote controller code(s) in

2) This device must accept any interfer-

your vehicle’s memory, you should pro-

ence received, including interference

(2)

gram the new remote controller code. The

that may cause undesired operation.

old codes in your vehicle’s memory will be

erased automatically. If you have more

NOTE:

remote controller(s), you must program all

Changes or modifications not expressly

(3)

of the remote controller codes at the same

approved by the party responsible for com-

time. You cannot operate the keyless start

pliance could void the user’s authority to

system and keyless entry system using

operate the equipment.

any remote controller that is not pro-

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grammed at the same time.

2. For Canada

For details on how to program, refer to the

This device complies with Industry Canada

(1) “LOCK” button

programming procedure in this section.

Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to

(2) “UNLOCK” button

When you complete programming, make

the following two conditions:

(3) “PANIC” button

sure that the keyless start system and key-

1) This device may not cause interference,

less entry system operate properly by

and

“LOCK” button (1) / “UNLOCK” button

operating each remote controller.

2) This device must accept any interfer-

(2) function

ence, including interference that may

You can lock or unlock all doors (including

cause undesired operation of the

the tailgate of SX4) simultaneously by

device.

operating the transmitter near the vehicle.

The term “IC:” before the certification/reg-

• To lock the doors, push the “LOCK” but-

istration number only signifies that the

ton (1).

Industry Canada technical specifications

• To unlock the driver’s door, push the

were met.

“UNLOCK” button (2) once.

• To unlock other doors, wait a second or

two, then push the “UNLOCK” button (2)

a second time. If you “double-click” too

fast, the doors will not unlock.

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Head Restraints: 3

Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

The turn signal lights will flash once when

Replacement of the battery

the doors are locked.

CAUTION

If the transmitter becomes unreliable,

replace the battery.

When the doors are unlocked:

The transmitter is a sensitive elec-

• The turn signal lights will flash twice.

tronic instrument. To avoid damaging

To replace the battery of the transmitter:

• If the interior light switch is in the

the transmitter:

“DOOR” position, the interior light will

• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

turn on for about 15 seconds and then

ture or high temperature such as by

fade out. If you insert the key into the

leaving it on the dashboard under

ignition switch during this time, the light

direct sunlight.

will start to fade out immediately.

• Keep the transmitter away from

magnetic objects such as a televi-

Be sure the doors are locked after you

sion.

operate the “LOCK” button (1).

If no door is opened within about 30 sec-

“PANIC” button (3) function

onds after the

“UNLOCK” button (2) is

This function is to get the attention of oth-

operated, the doors will automatically lock

ers.

again.

Press the “PANIC” button (3) for more than

1 second. The headlights and taillights will

NOTE:

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blink for about 30 seconds. Also, the horn

• The maximum operating distance of the

will sound intermittently for about 30 sec-

1)

Put the edge of a coin or a flat blade

keyless entry system transmitter is about

onds at the same time.

screwdriver in the slot of the transmitter

5 m (16 ft.), but this can vary depending

To cancel the “PANIC” mode, press any

and pry it open.

on the surroundings, especially near

button (PANIC, LOCK or UNLOCK) on the

other transmitting devices such as radio

transmitter. You can also insert the key in

towers or CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.

the ignition switch and turn to the “ON”

• The door locks cannot be operated with

position to cancel the “PANIC” mode.

the transmitter, if the ignition key is

inserted in the ignition switch.

NOTE:

• If you lose one of the transmitters, ask

The “PANIC” button function will not acti-

your SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible

vate when the key is in the ignition switch.

for a replacement. Be sure to have your

dealer program the new transmitter code

in your vehicle’s memory so that the old

code is erased, or perform the program-

ming procedure yourself according to the

instructions in this section.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

To program a new transmitter

CAUTION

1) Confirm that all the doors are closed

and the ignition key is out of the ignition

The transmitter/remote controller is a

switch.

sensitive electronic instrument. To

2) Open the driver’s door.

avoid damaging it, do not expose it to

(1)

3) Insert the key, turn the ignition switch to

dust or moisture or tamper with inter-

the

“ON” position, turn the ignition

nal parts.

switch to the

“LOCK” position and

remove the key within 10 seconds.

Programming/removing a transmitter

code yourself

Your new vehicle was originally equipped

with two transmitters.

If you have lost one of the transmitters, you

80J2077

should change the transmitter code in your

(1) Lithium disc type battery:

vehicle’s memory as soon as possible for

CR2025 or equivalent

security. If you purchase additional trans-

mitters, the new transmitters need to be

2) Replace the battery (1) so its + terminal

programmed into your vehicle’s memory.

faces the “+” mark of the transmitter.

You can perform this yourself by using the

(1)

3) Close the transmitter firmly.

following procedure:

4) Make sure the door locks can be oper-

ated with the transmitter.

NOTE:

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5) Dispose of the used battery properly

• You can program up to three transmitter

according to applicable rules or regula-

codes into your vehicle’s memory. The

4) Push and release the driver’s door

tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-

three codes may be the same or differ-

switch (1) 3 times, insert the key, and

ies with ordinary household trash.

ent.

turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-

• If you try to program a fourth code, the

tion within 20 seconds.

WARNING

oldest code will be cleared automatically.

5) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”

• To purchase new transmitters, see your

position and remove the key within 10

Swallowing a lithium battery may

SUZUKI dealer.

seconds. All doors will lock/unlock to

cause serious internal injury. Do not

• Before you begin programming, have all

confirm that this procedure has been

allow anyone to swallow a lithium

of your transmitters available.

properly completed.

battery. Keep lithium batteries away

from children and pets. If swallowed,

contact a physician immediately.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

To change the old transmitter codes in

1. For USA

your vehicle’s memory

This device complies with Part 15 of the

If you have lost one of the transmitters, you

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-

(2)

should change the transmitter codes in

lowing two conditions:

your vehicle’s memory as soon as possible

1) This device may not cause harmful

for security.

interference, and

To remove one of the transmitter codes

2) This device must accept any interfer-

from your vehicle’s memory, first replace all

ence received, including interference

three of the transmitter codes in your vehi-

that may cause undesired operation.

cle’s memory, then program additional

transmitters as follows:

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly

1) Program one of your transmitters three

approved by the party responsible for com-

times, by repeating the programming

pliance could void the user’s authority to

procedure shown in this section. This

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operate the equipment.

will replace all the old transmitter codes

6)

Press the “UNLOCK” button (2) on the

in the vehicle’s memory with the code

2. For Canada

transmitter one time within 20 seconds

for the transmitter you are using.

This device complies with Industry Canada

(after step

5). All the doors will lock/

2) If you want to program up to two addi-

Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to

unlock to confirm that the procedure

tional transmitters, repeat the program-

the following two conditions:

has been completed and the transmitter

ming procedure shown in this section.

1) This device may not cause interference,

has been programmed.

3) Make sure that the keyless entry sys-

and

7)

If you want to program an additional

tem operates properly by operating

2) This device must accept any interfer-

transmitter, repeat the procedure from

each transmitter.

ence, including interference that may

step 1) through step 6).

cause undesired operation of the

8)

Make sure that the keyless entry sys-

device.

tem operates properly by operating

each transmitter.

The term “IC:” before the certification/reg-

istration number only signifies that the

Industry Canada technical specifications

were met.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Theft Deterrent Light

Windows

Passenger’s door

EXAMPLE

Power Window Controls

(3)

Driver’s side

EXAMPLE

(1)

(4)

(2)

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(5)

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The passenger’s door has a switch (3) to

This light will blink with the ignition switch

operate the passenger’s window.

in the “OFF” or “ACC” position. The blink-

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ing light is intended to deter theft by lead-

The power windows can only be operated

ing others to believe that the vehicle is

when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-

equipped with a security system.

tion.

The driver’s door has switches (1), (2), (4),

(5), to operate the driver’s window, the

front passenger’s window, the rear left win-

dow and the rear right window, respec-

tively.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Lock switch

WARNING

CLOSE

EXAMPLE

•

You should always lock the passen-

ger’s window operation when there

are children in the vehicle. Children

can be seriously injured if they get

part of their body caught by the

window during operation.

OPEN

•

To avoid injuring an occupant by

window entrapment, be sure no

part of the occupant’s body such

as hands or head is in the path of

the electric windows when closing

them.

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•

Always remove the ignition key

To open a window, push the top part of the

The driver’s door also has a lock switch for

when leaving the vehicle even if

switch and to close a window lift up the top

only for a short time. Also do not

the passenger’s window(s). When you

part of the switch.

push in the lock switch, the passenger’s

leave children alone in a parked

window(s) cannot be raised or lowered by

vehicle. Unattended children could

The driver’s window has an auto-down fea-

operating any of the switches (2), (3), (4) or

use the electric window switches

ture for added convenience (at toll booths

and get trapped by the window.

(5). To restore normal operation, release

or drive-through restaurants, for example).

the lock switch by pushing the switch

This means you can open the window with-

again.

out holding the window switch in the

“Down” position. Press the driver’s window

switch completely down and release it. To

stop the window before it reaches the bot-

tom, pull the switch up briefly.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Mirrors

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Inside Rearview Mirror

• Always adjust the mirror with the

selector set to the day position.

• Only use the night position if it is

necessary to reduce glare from the

headlights of vehicles behind you.

Be aware that in this position you

may not be able to see some

objects that could be seen in the

65D410

day position.

52LM012

NOTE:

The rear door windows are not designed to

(1)

open fully. They can be opened about 2/3

Day driving

Night driving

of the way down.

65D409

NOTE:

You can adjust the inside rearview mirror

If you drive with one of the rear windows

by hand so as to see the rear of your vehi-

open, you may hear a loud sound caused

cle in the mirror. To adjust the mirror, set

by air vibration. To reduce the sound, open

the selector tab (1) to the day position,

the driver’s or front passenger’s window, or

then move the mirror up, down or sideways

narrow the rear window opening.

by hand to obtain the best view.

When driving at night, you can move the

selector tab to the night position to reduce

glare from the headlights of vehicles

behind you.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Outside Rearview Mirrors

Power Mirror Control (if equipped)

NOTE:

If your vehicle is equipped with the heated

outside rearview mirrors, refer to “Heated

Rear Window and Heated Outside Rear-

view Mirrors (if equipped) Switch” in this

section.

(1)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(4)

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79J034

Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you

The switch to control the power rearview

can just see the side of your vehicle in the

mirrors is located on the driver’s door

mirrors.

panel. You can adjust the mirrors when the

ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi-

The passenger’s side mirror is a convex

tion. To adjust the mirrors:

(curved surface) mirror. Objects seen in

this mirror will look smaller and appear far-

1) Move the selector switch to the left or

ther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

right to select the mirror you wish to

adjust.

WARNING

2) Press the outer part of the switch that

corresponds to the direction you wish to

Be careful when judging the size or

move the mirror.

distance of a vehicle or other object

3) Return the selector switch to the center

seen in the side convex mirror. Be

position to help prevent unintended

aware that objects look smaller and

adjustment.

appear farther away than when seen

in a flat mirror.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Front Seats

Adjusting Seat Position

Seat Adjustment

WARNING

Never attempt to adjust the driver’s

seat or seatback while driving. The

seat or seatback could move unex-

pectedly, causing loss of control.

Make sure that the driver’s seat and

seatback are properly adjusted

before you start driving.

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WARNING

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If the driver’s seat is equipped with a seat

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,

The adjustment lever for each front seat is

height adjuster lever on the outboard side

which reduces the effectiveness of

located under the front of the seat. To

of the seat, raise or lower the seat by pull-

the seat belts as a safety device,

adjust the seat position, pull up on the

ing up or down the adjuster lever.

make sure that the seats are adjusted

adjustment lever and slide the seat forward

before the seat belts are fastened.

or rearward. After adjustment, try to move

the seat forward and rearward to ensure

that it is securely latched.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Adjusting Seatbacks

Head Restraints

WARNING

WARNING

All head restraints must be rein-

All seatbacks should always be in an

stalled to properly protect vehicle

upright position when driving, or seat

occupants.

belt effectiveness may be reduced.

Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-

WARNING

mum protection when seatbacks are

in the upright position.

• Never drive the vehicle with the

head restraints removed.

• Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

Front

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Head restraints are designed to help

reduce the risk of neck injuries in case of

an accident.

Adjust the head restraint to the position

which places the center of the head

restraint closest to the top of your ears. If

this is not possible for very tall passengers,

adjust the head restraint as high as possi-

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ble.

To adjust the seatback angle of front seats,

pull up the lever on the outboard side of

WARNING

the seat, move the seatback to the desired

All occupants, including the driver,

position, and release the lever to lock the

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should not operate a vehicle or sit in

seatback in place. After adjustment, try

a vehicle’s seat until the head

Each front seats is equipped with a head

moving the seatback to make sure it is

restraint.

restraints are placed in their proper

securely locked.

positions in order to minimize the

risk of severe injury in the event of a

crash.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Front Seat Heater

EXAMPLE

(if equipped)

(1)

(3)

(2)

(4)

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(1) head restraint

To reinstall the head restraint, insert the

(2) bars

head restraint bars into the holes (4) and

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(3) release knob

push the head restraint down.

With the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-

To raise the head restraint, pull upward on

tion, push in one or both of the seat heater

the restraint until it clicks. To lower the

switches to warm the corresponding

restraint, push down on the restraint while

seat(s). The indicator light below the switch

holding in the release knob (3). If a head

will also come on. To turn off the seat

restraint must be removed (for cleaning,

heater, push in the switch again. The indi-

replacement, etc.), push in the release

cator light below the switch will go off.

knob and pull the head restraint all the way

out.

NOTE:

It may be necessary to recline the seat-

back to provide enough overhead clear-

ance to remove the head restraint.

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