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hicle straight, accelerate or decelerate or

move the vehicle in reverse, then shift the

4WD mode switch.

•

If the 4WD warning light comes on or 4WD Er-

ror warning (where fitted) appears, the 4WD

mode indicator turns off.

4WD WARNING
Warning light

Warning light

Comes on or

blinks when:

m

Illuminates

There is a

malfunction in the

4WD system

m

Blinks

The difference in

wheel rotation is

large

If the 4WD warning light comes on, the 4WD mode

indicator turns off.
A large difference between the diameters of front

and rear wheels will make the 4WD warning light

blink. Change the 4WD mode switch to <2WD>

and do not drive fast.
CAUTION

•

If the 4WD warning light comes on or blinks

during operation for a while, have your ve-

hicle checked by an approved dealer or quali-

fied workshop as soon as possible.

•

Shifting between <4H> and <4LO> is not rec-

ommended when the 4WD warning light turns

on.

•

When the 4WD warning light comes on, the

2WD mode may be engaged even if the 4WD

mode switch is in <4H>. Be especially careful

when driving. If corresponding parts are mal-

functioning, the 4WD mode will not be en-

gaged even if the 4WD mode switch is shifted.

•

Do not drive the vehicle in the <4H> or <4LO>

position on dry hard surface roads. Driving on

dry, hard surfaces in <4H> or <4LO> may

cause unnecessary noise, tyre wear and in-

creased fuel consumption.
If the Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) warning light

turns on when driving on dry hard surface

roads:
– in the <4H> position, shift the 4WD mode

switch to <2WD>.

– in the <4LO> position, stop the vehicle and

shift the transmission lever to the N (Neu-

tral) position with the brake pedal

depressed and shift the 4WD mode switch

to <2WD>.
If the 4WD warning light is still on after the

above operation, have your vehicle

checked by an approved dealer or quali-

fied workshop as soon as possible.

•

The transfer case may be damaged if you con-

tinue driving with the warning light blinking.

Warning indicator

If any malfunction occurs in the Four-Wheel Drive

(4WD) system while the engine is running, a warn-

ing message appears in the vehicle information dis-

play.
If the [4WD system fault] warning appears, there

may be a malfunction in the 4WD system. Reduce

vehicle speed and have your vehicle checked by an

approved dealer or qualified workshop as soon as

possible.
CAUTION

•

Do not operate the engine on a free roller

when any of the wheels raised.

•

If the [4WD system fault] warning appears

while driving, there may be a malfunction in

the 4WD system. Reduce the vehicle speed

and have your vehicle checked by an

approved dealer or qualified workshop as

soon as possible. Be especially careful when

driving.

•

The power train may be damaged if you con-

tinue driving with the [4WD system fault] warn-

ing on.

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TYRE RECOMMENDATION FOR 4WD

CAUTION

•

Always use tyres of the same size, brand, con-

struction (bias, bias-belted or radial), and

tread pattern on all four wheels. Failure to do

so may result in a circumference difference

between tyres on the front and rear axles,

which will cause excessive tyre wear and may

damage the transmission, transfer case and

differential gears.

•

ONLY use spare tyres specified for the Four-

Wheel Drive (4WD) models.

If excessive tyre wear is found, it is recommended

that all four tyres be replaced with tyres of the same

size, brand, construction and tread pattern. The tyre

pressure and wheel alignment should also be

checked and corrected as necessary. Contact an

approved dealer or qualified workshop.

Snow tyres

If you install snow tyres, they must also be of the

same size, brand, construction and tread pattern on

all four wheels.

Tyre inflation pressure

Periodically check the pressures of all tyres, includ-

ing the spare, with a gauge while at a service sta-

tion. If necessary, adjust to the specified pressure.

Tyre pressures are shown on the tyre placard af-

fixed to the driver’s side centre pillar or rear access

door.

Tyre rotation

RENAULT recommends that tyres should be rotated

every 5,000 km (3,000 miles).

Snow chains

Snow chains must be installed only on the rear

wheels and not on the front wheels.
Do not drive with snow chains on paved roads that

are clear of snow. Driving with chains in such condi-

tions can cause damage to the various mechanisms

of the vehicle due to overstress. When driving on

clear paved roads, be sure to change to Two-Wheel

Drive (2WD) mode.

The rear differential lock is designed to transmit en-

gine power to the left and right rear wheels equally.
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc. or

one wheel is off the ground and the differential lock

is not on, engine power is transmitted to the wheel

with least resistance causing it to spin, leaving insuf-

ficient traction on the other wheel. The rear differen-

tial lock allows the left and right wheels to rotate as

a unit, enabling your vehicle to free itself.
To lock the rear differential gear:
1) Stop the vehicle completely.
2) Turn the 4WD mode switch to the 4LO position.

For operation of the 4WD mode switch, see

“Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” earlier

in this section.

3) Push the differential lock mode switch to the ON

position.

The differential lock indicator light

will blink

in the meter and then remains on while the differ-

ential gear is completely locked.

JVS0533XZ

REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCKING

SYSTEM (where fitted)

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Starting and driving

After using the rear differential lock, or when resum-

ing normal driving, push the differential lock mode

switch to the OFF position. The differential lock indi-

cator light will turn off after the differential lock is

released.
NOTE

•

The rear differential lock-up device operates

only when the engine is running.

•

In 4H mode, the rear differential lock-up de-

vice does not operate when the differential

lock mode switch is turned to the “ON” posi-

tion. (The differential lock indicator light will

flash.)

WARNING

•

Use the rear differential lock only in an emer-

gency when it is not possible to free a stuck

vehicle even using the 4LO position.

•

When the differential lock is in operation, turn-

ing the vehicle becomes hard and, especially

at high speeds, is dangerous.

•

While differential lock is on, the Anti-lock

Braking System (ABS) warning light and the

Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) off indi-

cator light illuminate. This indicates that anti-

lock function may not fully operate.

•

Do not operate the differential lock when the

vehicle is turning or when one side wheel is

rotating. Otherwise the power train system

parts could be damaged.

•

Avoid quick starts while the differential lock is

in operation. Otherwise the power train sys-

tem parts could be damaged.

Observe the above precautions. Otherwise, loss

of normal steering control may result.

WARNING

•

The Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) sys-

tem is designed to help the driver maintain

stability but does not prevent accidents due

to abrupt steering operation at high speeds or

by careless or dangerous driving techniques.

Reduce vehicle speed and be especially care-

ful when driving and cornering on slippery sur-

faces and always drive carefully.

•

Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If

suspension parts such as shock absorbers,

struts, springs, stabiliser bars, bushings and

wheels are not recommended by RENAULT

for your vehicle or are extremely deteriorated,

the ESP system may not operate properly.

This could adversely affect vehicle handling

performance, and the ESP warning light

may illuminate.

•

If brake related parts such as brake pads, ro-

tors and callipers are not RENAULT-recom-

mended or are extremely deteriorated, the

ESP system may not operate properly and the

ESP warning light

may illuminate.

•

If engine control related parts are not

RENAULT recommended or are extremely de-

teriorated, the ESP warning light

may illu-

minate.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY

PROGRAMME (ESP) SYSTEM

(where fitted)

Starting and driving

5-33

•

When driving on extremely inclined surfaces

such as higher banked corners, the ESP sys-

tem may not operate properly and the ESP

warning light

may illuminate. Do not drive

on these types of roads.

•

When driving on an unstable surface such as

a turntable, ferry, elevator or ramp, the ESP

warning light

may illuminate. This is not a

malfunction. Restart the engine after driving

onto a stable surface.

•

If wheels or tyres other than the RENAULT

recommended ones are used, the ESP sys-

tem may not operate properly and the ESP

warning light

may illuminate.

•

The ESP system is not a substitute for winter

tyres or tyre chains on a snow covered road.

The Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system

uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and

vehicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, the

ESP system performs the following functions:

•

Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on

one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred

to a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle.

•

Controls brake pressure and engine output to

reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle speed

(traction control function).

•

Controls brake pressure at individual wheels and

engine output to help the driver maintain control

of the vehicle in the following conditions:
– understeer (vehicle tends to not follow the

steered path despite increased steering in-

put)

– oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to cer-

tain road or driving conditions).

The ESP system can help the driver to maintain con-

trol of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss of ve-

hicle control in all driving situations.
When the ESP system operates, the ESP warning

light

in the instrument panel flashes so note the

following:

•

The road may be slippery or the system may

determine some action is required to help the

vehicle on the steered path.

•

You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and

hear a noise or vibration from under the bonnet.

This is normal and indicates that the ESP system

is working properly.

•

Adjust your speed and driving to the road condi-

tions.

If a malfunction occurs in the system, the ESP warn-

ing light

illuminates in the instrument panel. The

ESP system automatically turns off.
The ESP OFF switch is used to turn off the ESP

system. The ESP off indicator light

illuminates

to indicate the ESP system is off. When the ESP

OFF switch is used to turn off the system, the ESP

system still operates to prevent one drive wheel from

slipping by transferring power to a non slipping drive

wheel. The ESP warning light

flashes if this

occurs. All other ESP functions are off and the ESP

warning light

will not flash. The ESP system is

automatically reset to on when the ignition switch is

placed in the OFF position then back to the ON posi-

tion.
When the <4LO> position is selected with the Four-

Wheel Drive (4WD) mode switch, the ESP system

is disabled and the ESP OFF indicator light illumi-

nates.
See “Warning lights, indicator lights and audible

reminders” in the “2. Instruments and controls” sec-

tion and “Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)”

earlier in this section.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that

tests the system each time you start the engine and

move the vehicle forward or in reverse at a slow

speed. When the self-test occurs, you may hear a

“clunk” noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake

pedal. This is normal and is not an indication of a

malfunction.

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Starting and driving

ELECTRONIC STABILITY

PROGRAMME (ESP) OFF SWITCH

The vehicle should be driven with the Electronic

Stability Programme (ESP) system ON for most

driving conditions.
When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the ESP

system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel

spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the

accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum

engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn

the ESP system off.
To turn off the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)

system, push the ESP OFF switch. The ESP off

indicator light

will illuminate.

Push the ESP OFF switch again or restart the en-

gine to turn on the Electronic Stability Programme

(ESP) system.

The Active Emergency Braking system can assist

the driver when there is a risk of a forward collision

with the vehicle ahead in the travelling lane.

The Active Emergency Braking system uses a radar

sensor

➀

located at the front of the vehicle to mea-

sure the distance to the vehicle ahead in the travel-

ling lane.

WARNING

•

The Active Emergency Braking system is a

supplemental aid to the driver. It is not a re-

placement for the driver’s attention to traffic

conditions or responsibility to drive safely. It

cannot prevent accidents due to carelessness

or dangerous driving techniques.

•

The Active Emergency Braking system does

not function in all driving, traffic, weather and

road conditions.

SYSTEM OPERATION

The Active Emergency Braking system will function

when your vehicle is driven at speeds above ap-

proximately 5 km/h (3 MPH).
If a risk of a forward collision is detected, the Active

Emergency Braking system will provide the first

warning to the driver by flashing the forward colli-

sion warning light (orange) and providing an audible

warning.
If the driver applies the brakes quickly and forcefully

after the warning, and the Active Emergency Brak-

ing system detects that there is still the possibility of

a forward collision, the system will automatically in-

crease the braking force.
If the driver does not take action, the Active Emer-

gency Braking system issues the second visual

warning (red) and audible warning. If the driver re-

leases the accelerator pedal, then the system ap-

plies partial braking
If the risk of a collision becomes imminent, the Ac-

tive Emergency Braking system applies harder brak-

ing automatically.

SSD1149Z

NIC3103

ACTIVE EMERGENCY BRAKING

SYSTEM (where fitted)

Starting and driving

5-35

Warning

Visual

Audible

First

m

Chime

Second

m

High pitched

chime

Overview of warnings
NOTE
The vehicle’s brake lights come on when braking

is performed by the Active Emergency Braking

system.
Depending on vehicle speed and distance to the

vehicle ahead, as well as driving and roadway con-

ditions, the system may help the driver avoid a for-

ward collision or may help mitigate the

consequences if a collision should one be unavoid-

able.
If the driver is handling the steering wheel, acceler-

ating or braking, the Active Emergency Braking sys-

tem will function later or will not function.
The automatic braking will cease under the follow-

ing conditions:

•

When the steering wheel is turned as far as nec-

essary to avoid a collision.

•

When the accelerator pedal is depressed.

•

When there is no longer a vehicle detected

ahead.

If the Active Emergency Braking system has

stopped the vehicle, the vehicle will remain at a

standstill for approximately 2 seconds before the

brakes are released.

WARNING

•

The radar sensor does not detect the follow-

ing objects:
– Pedestrians, animals or obstacles in the

roadway

– Oncoming vehicles
– Crossing vehicles

•

The radar sensor has some performance limi-

tations. If a stationary vehicle is in the vehi-

cle’s path, the Active Emergency Braking sys-

tem will not function when the vehicle is driven

at speeds over approximately 70 km/h (44

MPH).

•

The radar sensor may not detect a vehicle

ahead in the following conditions:
– Dirt, ice, snow or other material covering

the radar sensor.

– Interference by other radar sources.
– Snow or road spray from travelling

vehicles.

– If the vehicle ahead is narrow (e.g. motor-

cycle).

– When driving on a steep downhill slope or

roads with sharp curves.

– When towing a trailer.

•

In some road or traffic conditions, the Active

Emergency Braking system may unexpectedly

apply partial braking. When acceleration is

necessary, continue to depress the accelera-

tor pedal to override the system.

•

Braking distances increase on slippery sur-

faces.

•

Excessive noise will interfere with the warn-

ing chime sound, and the chime may not be

heard.

•

The system is designed to automatically

check the sensor’s functionality, within cer-

tain limitations. The system may not detect

some forms of obstruction of the sensor area

of the front bumper such as ice, snow, stick-

ers, for example. In these cases, the system

may not be able to warn the driver properly.

Be sure that you check, clean and clear the

sensor area of the front bumper regularly

Turning the Active Emergency Braking

system ON/OFF

Perform the following steps to turn the Active Emer-

gency Braking system ON or OFF.

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Starting and driving

Models with colour display:
1. Using the

or

switches and the <ENTER>

button on the left side of the steering wheel, se-

lect the Settings menu in the vehicle information

display. (See “Vehicle information display” in the

“2. Instruments and controls” section

2. Using the

or

switches and the <ENTER>

button, navigate to the [Driver Assistance] menu,

followed by the [Driving Aids] menu.

3. In the [Driving Aids] menu, highlight the [Emer-

gency Brake] item and use the <ENTER> button

to toggle between ON (enabled) or OFF (dis-

abled).

When the Active Emergency Braking system is

turned off, the Active Emergency Braking system

warning light (orange) will illuminate.
NOTE

•

Disabling the ESP system with the Electronic

Stability Programme (ESP) OFF switch causes

the Active Emergency Braking system to be-

come unavailable regardless of settings se-

lected in the Vehicle Information Display.

System temporarily unavailable

Condition A:
When the radar picks up interference from another

radar source, making it impossible to detect a ve-

hicle ahead, the Active Emergency Braking system

is automatically turned off. The Active Emergency

Braking system warning light (orange) will illuminate.
Action to take:
When the above conditions no longer exist, the Ac-

tive Emergency Braking system will resume auto-

matically.
Condition B:
When the sensor area of the front bumper is cov-

ered with dirt or obstructed, making it impossible to

detect a vehicle ahead, the Active Emergency Brak-

ing system is automatically turned off. The Active

Emergency Braking system warning light (orange)

will illuminate and the “front radar obstruction” warn-

ing message will appear in the vehicle information

display.
Action to take:
If the warning light (orange) comes on, park the

vehicle in a safe location and turn the engine off.

Check to see if the sensor area of the front bumper

is blocked. If the sensor area of the front bumper is

blocked, remove the blocking material. Restart the

engine. If the warning light continues to illuminate,

have the Active Emergency Braking system checked

by an approved dealer or qualified workshop.

System malfunction

If the Active Emergency Braking system malfunc-

tions, it will be turned off automatically, a chime will

sound, the Active Emergency Braking system warn-

ing light (orange) will illuminate and the warning

message [Malfunction] will appear in the vehicle in-

formation display.
Action to take:
If the warning light (orange) comes on, park the

vehicle in a safe location, turn the engine off and

restart the engine. If the warning light continues to

illuminate, have the Active Emergency Braking sys-

tem checked by an approved dealer or qualified

workshop.

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Starting and driving

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WARNING

•

Never rely solely on the hill descent control

system to control vehicle speed when driving

on steep downhill grades. Always drive care-

fully when using the hill descent control sys-

tem and decelerate the vehicle speed by de-

pressing the brake pedal if necessary. Be

especially careful when driving on frozen,

muddy or extremely steep downhill roads.

Failure to control vehicle speed may result in

a loss of control of the vehicle and possible

serious injury or death.

•

The hill descent control system may not con-

trol the vehicle speed on a hill under all load

or road conditions. Always be prepared to de-

press the brake pedal to control vehicle

speed. Failure to do so may result in a colli-

sion or serious personal injury.

When the hill descent control system is activated, it

automatically applies smooth brakes to control

speed on a steep and slippery descent or off the

road without brake or accelerator operation. The hill

descent control system helps maintain vehicle speed

when driving under 25 km/h (16 MPH) on a steep

descent that engine braking alone in the <4H> or

<4LO> mode cannot control the speed.
NOTE
When the hill descent control system operates

continuously for a long time, the temperature of

the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system

actuator may increase and the hill descent con-

trol system may be temporarily disabled. The hill

descent control system on indicator light will turn

off. The hill descent control system will resume

operating automatically and the indicator light

will illuminate again when the temperature of the

ESP system actuator is reduced. If the indicator

light does not illuminate, turn off the system.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL SWITCH

When additional braking is required on steep down-

hill roads, activate the hill descent control system by

pushing the hill descent control switch on.
When the hill descent control system is activated,

the hill descent control system on indicator light will

illuminate. (See “Warning lights, indicator lights and

audible reminders” in the “2. Instruments and

controls” section.) Also, the stop/tail lights illumi-

nate while the hill descent control system is applying

the brakes to control the vehicle speed.

To activate the hill descent control system, satisfy all

of the following conditions:

•

Shift the transmission to the forward (only 1st

gear for MT model) or reverse gear.

•

Shift the 4WD mode switch to the <4H> or

<4LO> position and drive the vehicle at a speed

under 25 km/h (16 MPH).

See “Warning lights, indicator lights and audible

reminders” in the “2. Instruments and controls”

section.

•

Push the hill descent control switch to the “ON”

position.

If the accelerator or brake pedal is depressed while

the hill descent control system is on, the system will

stop operating temporarily. As soon as the accel-

erator or brake pedal is released, the hill descent

control system begins to function again if the hill

descent control operating conditions are fulfilled.
The hill descent control system on indicator light

blinks if the hill descent control switch is on and all

conditions for system activation are not met, or if the

system becomes disengaged for any reason.
To turn off the hill descent control system, push the

hill descent control switch to the “OFF” position.

JVS0402XZ

HILL DESCENT CONTROL

SYSTEM (where fitted)

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Starting and driving

WARNING

•

Never rely solely on the hill start assist system

to prevent the vehicle from moving backward

on a hill. Always drive carefully and attentively.

Depress the brake pedal when the vehicle is

stopped on a steep hill. Be especially careful

when stopped on a hill on frozen or muddy

roads. Failure to prevent the vehicle from roll-

ing backwards may result in a loss of control

of the vehicle and possible serious injury or

death.

•

The hill start assist system is not designed to

hold the vehicle at a standstill on a hill. De-

press the brake pedal when the vehicle is

stopped on a steep hill. Failure to do so may

cause the vehicle to roll backwards and may

result in a collision or serious personal injury.

•

The hill start assist system may not prevent

the vehicle from rolling backwards on a hill

under all load or road conditions. Always be

prepared to depress the brake pedal to pre-

vent the vehicle from rolling backwards. Fail-

ure to do so may result in a collision or seri-

ous personal injury.

The hill start assist system automatically keeps the

brakes applied to help prevent the vehicle from roll-

ing backwards in the time it takes the driver to re-

lease the brake pedal and apply the accelerator

when the vehicle is stopped on a hill.

The hill start assist system will operate automatically

under the following conditions:

•

The transmission is shifted to a forward or re-

verse gear.

•

The vehicle is stopped completely on a hill by

applying the brake.

The maximum holding time is 2 seconds. After 2

seconds the vehicle will begin to roll back and the

hill start assist system will stop operating completely.
The hill start assist system will not operate when the

transmission is shifted to the N (Neutral) or P (Park)

position or on a flat and level road.
When the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)

warning light illuminates in the meter, the hill start

assist system will not operate. (See “Electronic Sta-

bility Programme (ESP) system (where fitted)” ear-

lier in this section.)

The cruise control system allows driving at constant

speeds without keeping your foot on the accelerator

pedal.

WARNING

•

The cruise control system ONLY maintains a

constant vehicle speed, it does not replace

the driver.

•

Always observe the posted speed limits and

do not set the speed over them.

•

Do not use the cruise control when driving

under the following conditions. Doing so

could cause a loss of vehicle control and re-

sult in an accident.
– When it is not possible to keep the vehicle

at a constant speed

– When driving in heavy traffic
– When driving in traffic that varies speed
– When driving in windy areas
– When driving on winding or hilly roads
– When driving on slippery (rain, snow, ice,

etc.) roads

CAUTION
On manual Transmission (MT) model, do not shift

to the N (Neutral) position without depressing

the clutch pedal when the cruise control is oper-

HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM

(where fitted)

CRUISE CONTROL (where fitted)

Starting and driving

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ated. Should this occur, depress the clutch pedal

and turn the cruise control MAIN switch off im-

mediately. Failure to do so may cause engine

damage.
When the cruise control system is on the speed lim-

iter cannot be operated.
The cruise control system operation switches are

located on the steering wheel (right side).
The cruise control system operating condition is

shown in the vehicle information display.

PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE

CONTROL

•

If the cruise control system malfunctions, it will

cancel automatically. The

or

(where fitted) indicator in the vehicle information

display will then blink to warn the driver.

•

If the

or

indicator blinks, turn the

cruise control MAIN switch off and have the sys-

tem checked by an approved dealer or qualified

workshop.

•

The

or

indicator may blink when

the cruise control MAIN switch is turned ON

while pushing the <RES/+>, <SET/—>, or

<CANCEL> switch. To properly set the cruise

control system, perform the following proce-

dures.

CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS

➀

<CANCEL> switch

j

A <RES/+> (Resume) switch

j

B <SET/—> switch

➁

Cruise control main ON/OFF switch

➂

Speed limiter main ON/OFF switch

(For details, see “Speed limiter (where fitted)”

later in this section) (where fitted)

➃

Cruise control symbol

➄

Set speed value

The cruise control allows driving at speeds above

40 km/h (25 MPH) without keeping your foot on the

accelerator pedal.
The cruise control will automatically be cancelled if

the vehicle speed slows to less than approximately

33 km/h (21 MPH).
Moving the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position

(Automatic Transmission models) or depressing the

clutch pedal (Manual Transmission models) will can-

cel the cruise control.

Turning the cruise control system on

Push the cruise control main switch

➁

. The cruise

control symbol

➃

appears together with the last set

speed value (or — — —)

➄

in the top of the vehicle

information display.

Setting a cruising speed

1. Accelerate to the desired speed.
2. Push the <SET/—> switch

j

B and release it.

3. The cruise control symbol

➃

appears together

with the set speed value (desired cruising speed)

➄

in the top of the vehicle information display.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The vehicle will maintain the set speed.

If the vehicle speed is less than the minimum set

speed, it will not be possible to set the cruise

control system.

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Models with speed limiter (where fitted)

NAA1667

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Starting and driving

Resuming at preset speed:
Push and release the <RES/+> switch

j

A .

The vehicle will resume the last set cruising speed

when the vehicle speed is over 40 km/h (25 MPH).

Changing a cruising speed

Use any one of the following methods to change the

cruising speed.
Resetting to lower speed:
Use any one of the following methods to reset to a

lower speed.

•

Slow the vehicle as normal using the footbrake

pedal.

When the vehicle reaches the desired cruising

speed, push and release the <SET/—> switch

j

B downwards.

The new set speed value will be displayed in the

top of the vehicle information display.

•

Push and hold the <SET/—> switch

j

B to de-

crease the set speed in steps of 5 km/h (3 MPH).

When the vehicle information display reaches

the desired speed, release the <SET/—> switch

for the setting to take effect.

•

Quickly push and release the <SET/—> switch

j

B . This will reduce the vehicle speed by about

1 km/h (1 MPH).

The new set speed value will be displayed in the

top of the vehicle information display.

Resetting to higher speed:
Use any one of the following methods to reset to a

higher speed.

•

Depress the accelerator pedal. When the ve-

hicle reaches the desired speed, push and re-

lease the <SET/—> switch

j

B .

•

Push and hold the <RES/+> switch

j

A to in-

crease the set speed in steps of 5 km/h (3 MPH).

When the vehicle information display reaches

the desired speed, release the <RES/+> switch

for the setting to take effect.

•

Quickly push and release the <RES/+> switch

j

A . This will increase the vehicle speed by about

1 km/h (1 MPH).

The new set speed value will be displayed in the

top of the vehicle information display.

Resuming at preset speed:
Push and release the <RES/+> switch

j

A .

The vehicle will resume the last set cruising speed

when the vehicle speed is over 40 km/h (25 MPH).

Passing another vehicle

Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate. After

releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle will re-

turn to the previously set speed.

The set speed value

➄

will flash until the vehicle

returns to the previously set speed.

Cancelling cruising speed

Use any one of the following methods to cancel the

set speed.

•

Push the <CANCEL> switch

➀

.

•

Tap the footbrake pedal.

•

Push the cruise control MAIN switch

➁

. The

indicator

➃

will turn off.

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The speed limiter allows you to set the desired ve-

hicle speed limit. While the speed limiter is acti-

vated, you can perform normal braking and accel-

eration, but the vehicle will not exceed the set speed.
When the vehicle reaches the set speed limit or if

the set speed limit is lower than the actual vehicle

speed, the accelerator pedal will not work until the

vehicle speed drops below the set speed limit.
When the actual vehicle speed exceeds the set

speed, an audible warning will be heard a short time

after the set speed is exceeded and driver interven-

tion is not detected.
When the speed limiter is on the cruise control sys-

tem cannot be operated.

WARNING

•

The speed limiter will not automatically brake

the vehicle to the set speed limit.

•

Always observe posted speed limits. Do not

set the speed above them.

•

Always confirm the setting status of the speed

limiter in the vehicle information display.

•

When the speed limiter is set, avoid hard ac-

celeration to reach the set limit to ensure that

the system can limit the speed of the vehicle

correctly.

•

When additional floor mats are used, be sure

that they are correctly secured and that they

cannot interfere with the accelerator pedal.

Mats not adapted to the vehicle may prevent

proper operation of the speed limiter.

The speed limiter operation switches are located on

the steering wheel (right hand side).
The speed limiter operating condition is shown on

the top of vehicle information display. For details,

see “Vehicle information display” in the “2. Instru-

ments and controls” section.

SPEED LIMITER OPERATIONS

➀

<CANCEL> switch

j

A <RES/+> (Resume) switch

j

B <SET/–> (Set) switch

➁

Speed limiter main “ON/OFF” switch

➂

Cruise control main “ON/OFF” switch. (For

details, see “Cruise control (where fitted)”

earlier in this section)

➃

Speed limiter symbol

➄

Set speed value

Turning the speed limiter on

The speed limiter can be switched on after engine

start or when driving.
Push the speed limiter main “ON/OFF” switch

➂

.

Setting speed limit

Push the <SET/–> switch

j

B (downwards).

Depending on the model:

•

The speed limit will be set at the current speed.
When driving less than 30 km/h (20 MPH), the

speed limiter will be set to the minimum possible

set speed of 30 km/h (20 MPH).

•

Set the speed limiter while driving over 30 km/h

(20 MPH).

NAA1866

NAA1666

SPEED LIMITER (where fitted)

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Starting and driving

When the speed limit is set, the speed limiter sym-

bol

➃

and the set speed value

➄

will illuminate in

the vehicle information display. The limiter symbol

will turn green.

Changing a speed limit

Use either of the following operations to change an

active speed limit:

•

Push and release the <RES/+> (Resume) switch

j

A upwards or <SET/–> switch

j

B downwards.

Each time you do this, the set speed will in-

crease or decrease by 1 km/h (1 MPH).

•

Push and hold the <RES/+> (Resume) switch

j

A upwards or <SET/–> switch

j

B downwards.

The set speed will increase or decrease to the

next multiple of 5 km/h (5 MPH) and then in

steps of 5 km/h (5 MPH).

The new set speed limit value

➄

will be displayed

in the vehicle information display.
When the actual vehicle speed exceeds the set

speed, an audible warning will be heard a short time

after the set speed is exceeded and driver interven-

tion is not detected.

Cancelling a speed limit

To cancel a set speed limit, push the <CANCEL>

switch

➀

. The speed limiter symbol

➃

and the set

speed value

➄

in the vehicle information display

will be turned off.
It is also possible to override the speed limiter by

fully depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the

resistance point.

WARNING

•

The vehicle may accelerate when the speed

limiter cancels.

•

When additional floor mats are used, be sure

that they are correctly secured and that they

cannot interfere with the accelerator pedal.

Mats not adapted to the vehicle may prevent

proper operation of the speed limiter.

Fully depress the accelerator pedal beyond the re-

sistance point. The speed limiter will be suspended

to allow driving above the set speed. The set speed

value

➄

will flash and an audible warning will sound.

The speed limiter will automatically resume when

the vehicle speed drops below the set speed limit.

Resuming a previous set speed

If a set speed limit has been cancelled, the set speed

will be stored in the speed limiter memory.
This speed limit can be reactivated by pressing the

<RES/+> (Resume) switch

j

A upwards.

If the current vehicle speed is higher than the previ-

ous set speed, the accelerator pedal will not work

and the set speed value

➄

will flash until the vehicle

speed drops below the set speed limit.
When the actual vehicle speed exceeds the set

speed, an audible warning will be heard a short time

after the set speed is exceeded and driver interven-

tion is not detected.

Turning the speed limiter off

The speed limiter system will be turned off when

one of the following operations is performed:

•

Push the speed limiter main “ON/OFF” switch

➂

. The speed limiter symbol

➃

and the set

speed value

➄

in the vehicle information display

will be turned off.

•

Push the cruise control main “ON/OFF” switch

➁

. The speed limiter information in the vehicle

information will be replaced with the cruise con-

trol information. For details see “Cruise control

(where fitted)” earlier in this section.

•

When the vehicle is stopped and the ignition is

turned to the off position.

Turning off the speed limiter will erase the set

speed limit memory.

Speed limiter malfunction

If the speed limiter malfunctions, the speed limiter

symbol

➃

in the vehicle information display will

flash.
Turn the speed limiter off by pushing the speed lim-

iter main “ON/OFF” switch

➂

and have the system

checked by an approved dealer or qualified work-

shop.

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When the ignition switch is in the OFF position,

ECO management display appears.

➀

Previous 5 times (History)

➁

Current fuel economy

➂

Best fuel economy

The result of ECO evaluation is displayed 30 sec-

onds after the ignition switch is placed in the on

position and the vehicle is driven at least 500 meters

(1/3 miles).

➀

: The average fuel economy for the previous 5

times will be displayed.

➁

: The average fuel economy since the last reset

will be displayed.

➂

: The best fuel economy of the past history will be

displayed.
The ECO drive report can be set to be ON or OFF.

See “[ECO Drive Report] (where fitted)” in the

“2. Instruments and controls” section.

WARNING

•

Do not stop or park the vehicle over flam-

mable materials such as dry grass, waste pa-

per or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire.

•

Safe parking procedures require that both the

parking brake be applied and the shift lever

placed into the P (Park) position for Automatic

Transmission (AT) model or in an appropriate

gear for Manual Transmission (MT) model.

Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to

move unexpectedly or roll away and result in

an accident.

•

When parking the vehicle, make sure the shift

lever is moved to the P (Park) position. The

shift lever cannot be moved out of the P (Park)

position without depressing the footbrake

pedal (AT model).

•

Never leave the engine running while the ve-

hicle is unattended.

•

To help avoid risk of injury or death through

unintended operation of the vehicle and/or its

systems, do not leave children, people who

require the assistance of others or pets unat-

tended in your vehicle. Additionally, the tem-

perature inside a closed vehicle on a warm

day can quickly become high enough to cause

a significant risk of injury or death to people

and pets.

JVS0451XZ

ECO DRIVE REPORT

PARKING

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Starting and driving

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Automatic Transmission (AT) model: Move the

shift lever to the P (Park) position.
Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift

lever to the R (Reverse) position. When parking

on an uphill grade, move the shift lever to the 1

(1st) position.

3. To help prevent the vehicle from moving into traf-

fic when parked on an incline, it is a good prac-

tice to turn the wheels as illustrated.
HEADED DOWNHILL WITH KERB

➀

Turn the wheels into the kerb and move the ve-

hicle forward until the kerb side wheel gently

touches the kerb. Then apply the parking brake.

HEADED UPHILL WITH KERB

➁

Turn the wheels away from the kerb and allow

the vehicle to move back until the kerb side wheel

gently touches the kerb. Then apply the parking

brake.
HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, WITHOUT

KERB

➂

Turn the wheels toward the side of the road so

the vehicle will move away from the centre of the

road if the vehicle moves. Then apply the parking

brake.

4. Model with Remote Control Key:

Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
Model without Remote Control Key:
Place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position

and remove the key.

SSD0488Z

Left-Hand Drive (LHD) model

SSD0489Z

Right-Hand Drive (RHD) model

Starting and driving

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The parking sensor (sonar) system sounds a tone to

inform the driver of obstacles near the bumper.
When the “Display” key is ON, the sensor view will

automatically appear in the vehicle information dis-

play.

WARNING

•

The parking sensor (sonar) system is a conve-

nience but it is not a substitute for proper

parking. The driver is always responsible for

safety during parking and other manoeuvres.

Always look around and check that it is safe

to do so before parking.

•

Read and understand the limitations of the

parking sensor (sonar) system as contained

in this section. The colours of the corner sen-

sor indicator and the distance guide lines in

the rear view indicate different distances to

the object. Inclement weather or ultrasonic

sources such as an automatic car wash, a

truck’s compressed-air brakes, or a pneu-

matic drill may affect the function of the sys-

tem; this may include reduced performance

or a false activation.

•

This function is designed as an aid to the driver

in detecting large stationary objects to help

avoid damaging the vehicle. The system is

not designed to prevent contact with small or

moving objects. Always move slowly.

•

The system will not detect small objects be-

low the bumper, and may not detect objects

close to the bumper or on the ground.

•

The system may not detect the following ob-

jects.
– Fluffy objects such as snow, cloth, cotton,

glass-wool, etc.

– Thin objects such as rope, wire, chain, etc.
– Wedge-shaped objects

•

If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper

fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sens-

ing zone may be altered causing inaccurate

measurement of obstacles or false alarms.

CAUTION

•

Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as

possible to hear the tone clearly.

•

Keep the sensors (located on the bumper fas-

cia) free from snow, ice, and large accumula-

tions of dirt. Do not clean the sensors with

sharp objects. If the sensors are covered, the

accuracy of the sensor function will be dimin-

ished.

The system informs with visual and audible signals

of rear obstacles when the shift lever is in the R

(Reverse) position.
The system is deactivated at speeds above 10 km/h

(6 MPH). It is reactivated at lower speeds.
The intermittent tone will stop after 3 seconds when

an obstacle is detected only by a corner sensor and

the distance does not change. The tone will stop

when the obstacle moves away from the vehicle.

JVS0532XZ

PARKING SENSOR (SONAR) SYSTEM (where fitted)

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Starting and driving