Suzuki Kizashi (2010 year). Manual — part 2

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BEFORE DRIVING

Keyless unlocking/locking

using the

When the doors are unlocked:

request switches

• The turn signal lights will flash twice.

• If the interior light switch is in the

“DOOR” position, the interior light will

(2)

turn on for about 15 seconds and then

fade out. If you press the engine switch

during this time, the light will start to fade

out immediately.

Be sure the doors are locked after you

operate the request switch to lock the

(1)

(1)

doors.

(2)

NOTE:

•

The door locks cannot be operated by

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the request switch under the following

EXAMPLE

conditions:

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

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- If any door is open or is not completely

closed.

When the remote controller

is within

When the remote controller is within the

- If the ignition mode has been changed

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

operating range described in this section,

to

“LOCK”

(OFF) by pressing the

front door handle, you can lock or unlock

you can lock or unlock the doors by push-

engine switch.

the doors by pushing the request switch.

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

•

If no doors are opened within about 30

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

seconds after unlocking the doors by

door.

pushing the request switch, the doors

To lock all doors when all doors are

will be locked again automatically.

unlocked:

• Push the request switch on one of the

door handles once.

The turn signal lights will flash once when

the doors are locked.

To unlock a door or all doors:

• Push the request switch on the door

handle once to unlock only one door.

• Push the request switch on the door

handle twice to unlock all doors.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Request Switch Warning Buzzer

Remote Controller Reminder Function

Vehicle Inside Area Where Request

This outside buzzer beeps for about 2 sec-

When you lock a door without using the

Switch Warning Buzzer/Remote Con-

onds in the following conditions to warn

key, this function prevents it from being

troller Reminder Function Works

you that the request switch is not working:

locked if the remote controller is left inside

Inside the vehicle, the remote controller

• The request switch is pressed after all

the vehicle.

may be located in any place within the indi-

doors are closed with the ignition mode

cated “inside sensing area” (1) (not includ-

changed to “ACC” or “ON” by pressing

With the remote controller inside the vehi-

ing the instrument panel top and trunk) for

the engine switch.

cle, locking of the driver’s and passenger’s

the request switch warning buzzer/remote

• The request switch is pressed in any of

doors made with the power door locking

controller reminder function to work.

the following conditions after changing

system or door lock knobs will be can-

the ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF) by

celled if either of the doors is open.

pressing the engine switch.

- The remote controller is left inside the

NOTE:

vehicle.

• Whenever you lock a door without using

- Any of the doors is open.

the key, check that you have the remote

controller with you. This is a good habit

Press the request switch again after doing

to prevent locking a door with the remote

the following:

controller left behind.

With the ignition mode changed to “LOCK”

• The remote controller reminder function

(OFF) by pressing the engine switch, bring

is activated when you press the engine

out the remote controller if it is inside the

(1)

switch to change the ignition mode to

vehicle and check that all doors are com-

“ACC” or

“ON” anywhere the remote

pletely closed.

controller is placed.

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BEFORE DRIVING

NOTE:

Keyless unlocking/locking

using the

When the remote controller is within

•

Even with the remote controller within

trunk lid request switch

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

the “inside sensing area”, the request

trunk lid request switch, you can open the

switch warning buzzer/remote controller

trunk lid by pushing and holding the trunk

reminder function may not work under

lid request switch (1).

any of the following conditions as the

presence of the remote controller may

NOTE:

not be sensed:

•

If the remote controller is outside the

- The battery of the remote controller is

trunk lid request switch operating range

low.

described above, you will not be able to

- The remote controller is influenced by

operate the switch.

strong radio waves or noise.

•

If the battery of the remote controller

(1)

- The remote controller is in contact with

runs down or there are strong radio

or covered by a metallic object.

waves or noise, the trunk lid request

- The remote controller is in the glove

switch operating range may be reduced

box or a stowage for small articles

or the remote controller may be inopera-

such as a door pocket.

tive.

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- The remote controller is on the top or

•

If the remote controller is too close to the

in front of the instrument panel, in the

trunk lid, the trunk lid request switch may

sun visor pocket or on the floor.

not operate.

•

The remote controller may be sensed

•

If a spare remote controller is in the

under any of the following conditions

trunk, the trunk lid request switch may

even when the controller is not within the

not operate normally.

“inside sensing area”. The request

switch warning buzzer/remote controller

(2)

CAUTION

reminder function will then work.

The remote controller is a sensitive

- The remote controller is outside the

electronic instrument. To avoid dam-

vehicle but very close to it.

aging the remote controller:

- The remote controller is on the instru-

• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ment panel top or in the trunk.

ture or high temperature such as by

leaving it on the dashboard under

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direct sunlight.

• Keep the remote controller away

(2)

80 cm (2 1/2 feet)

from magnetic objects such as a

television.

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BEFORE DRIVING

NOTE:

• You can use up to four remote controllers

Trunk Inside Area Where Remote Con-

The keyless start system may not function

and keys for your vehicle. Ask an autho-

troller

Reminder

Function

(for Trunk)

correctly in certain environments or under

rized SUZUKI dealer for details.

Works

certain operating conditions such as the

• The battery life of the remote controller

following:

is about two years, but it can vary

• When there are strong signals coming

depending on usage conditions.

from a television, power station or a cel-

lular phone.

Remote Controller Reminder Function

• When the remote controller is in contact

(for Trunk)

with or covered by a metal object.

This function prevents the remote control-

• When a radio wave type remote keyless

ler from being left under a locked trunk lid.

entry is used nearby.

• If you attempt to lock the trunk lid with

• When the remote controller is placed

the remote controller left inside the trunk

near an electronic device such as per-

and the vehicle in the following condition,

(1)

sonal computer.

the function automatically unlocks and

slightly opens the lid:

Some additional precautions you should

- Vehicle is parked with all doors closed

take and information you should be aware

and locked.

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of are:

• Make sure the key is stowed in the

remote controller. If the remote controller

CAUTION

becomes unreliable, you will not be able

Check that you have the remote con-

to lock or unlock the doors, or start the

troller whenever you close the trunk

engine.

lid, or there is a risk of leaving the

• Be sure that the driver always carries the

remote controller inside the closed

remote controller.

trunk lid.

• If you lose one of the remote controllers,

ask an authorized SUZUKI dealer as

soon as possible for a replacement. Be

sure to have your dealer program the

new remote controller code in your vehi-

cle’s memory so that the old code is

erased, or perform the programming pro-

cedure yourself according to the instruc-

tions in this section.

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BEFORE DRIVING

NOTE:

Replacement of the battery

•

Even with the remote controller within

If the remote controller becomes unreli-

EXAMPLE

the “trunk inside sensing area” (1), the

able, replace the battery.

remote controller reminder function (for

To replace the battery of the remote con-

trunk) may not work under any of the fol-

troller:

lowing conditions as the presence of the

remote controller may not be sensed:

- The battery of the remote controller is

EXAMPLE

(1)

low.

- The remote controller is influenced by

strong radio waves or noise.

- The remote controller is in contact with

or covered by a metallic object.

- The remote controller is in a corner of

the trunk.

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•

The remote controller may be sensed

(1) Lithium disc type battery:

under the following condition even when

CR2032 or equivalent

the controller is not within the

“trunk

inside sensing area”. The remote con-

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

troller reminder function (for trunk) will

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faces the bottom of the case as shown

then work.

in the illustration.

- The remote controller is outside the

1)

Insert a flat blade screwdriver covered

3) Close the remote controller firmly.

vehicle but very close to the trunk.

with a soft cloth in the slot of the remote

4) Make sure the door locks can be oper-

controller and pry it open.

ated with the remote controller.

5) Dispose of the used battery properly

according to applicable rules or regula-

tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-

ies with ordinary household trash.

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BEFORE DRIVING

2. For Canada

Theft Deterrent Alarm System

WARNING

This device complies with Industry Canada

The theft deterrent alarm system is armed

Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to

Swallowing a lithium battery may

in about

20 seconds after you lock the

the following two conditions:

cause serious internal injury. Do not

doors using the keyless start system

1) This device may not cause interference,

allow anyone to swallow a lithium

remote controller or by pushing the request

and

battery. Keep lithium batteries away

switch on the driver’s or front passenger’s

2) This device must accept any interfer-

from children and pets. If swallowed,

door handle. (The system, however, is not

ence, including interference that may

contact a physician immediately.

armed when the engine hood or trunk lid is

cause undesired operation of the

open.)

device.

Once the system is armed, any attempt to

CAUTION

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

open a door by using any other means (*)

istration number only signifies that the

than the keyless start system remote con-

The remote controller is a sensitive

Industry Canada technical

specifications

troller or the request switch will cause the

electronic instrument. To avoid dam-

were met.

alarm to be triggered.

aging it, do not expose it to dust or

* These means include the following:

moisture or tamper with internal

- The key

parts.

- The lock lever on a door

- The power door lock knob

1. For USA

- The trunk lid unlatch switch

This device complies with Part 15 of the

– The engine hood release handle

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-

lowing two conditions:

1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

2) This device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for com-

pliance could void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

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BEFORE DRIVING

NOTE:

How to arm the theft deterrent alarm

NOTE:

•

The theft deterrent alarm system gener-

system (when enabled)

• To prevent the alarm from being acciden-

ates alarms when any of the predeter-

Lock the doors using the keyless start sys-

tally triggered, avoid arming it while any-

mined conditions is met. However, the

tem remote controller or by pushing the

one remains inside the vehicle. The

system does not have any function of

request switch. The theft deterrent light (1)

alarm will be triggered if any person

blocking unauthorized entry into your

will start flashing, and the theft deterrent

inside unlocks a door by operating the

vehicle.

alarm system will be armed in about 20

lock lever or power door locking switch.

•

Always use the keyless start system

seconds.

• The theft deterrent alarm system is not

remote controller or the request switch to

While the system is being armed, the indi-

armed when all doors are locked using

unlock the doors when the theft deter-

cator continues to flash at approximately 2-

the key from outside, or using the door

rent alarm system has been armed.

second intervals.

lock levers or the power door locking

Using a key instead will trigger the

switch from inside.

alarm.

• If the timer locking function is activated,

•

If a person who does not know the theft

the system will be automatically armed

(1)

deterrent alarm system is going to drive

at the preset time unless the theft deter-

your vehicle, we recommend you to

rent alarm system has been disabled.

explain the system and its operation to

the person, or disable the system before-

How to disarm the theft deterrent alarm

hand. Mistakenly triggering the alarm

system

may cause a nuisance to others.

Simply unlock the doors using the keyless

•

Even if the theft deterrent alarm system

start system remote controller or by push-

is armed, you should still be careful to

ing the request switch. The theft deterrent

guard against theft. Do not leave money

light will go out, indicating that the theft

or things of value in your vehicle.

deterrent alarm system is disarmed.

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BEFORE DRIVING

How to stop the alarm

Checking whether the alarm has been

How to switch the state of the theft

Should the alarm be triggered accidentally,

triggered during parking

deterrent alarm system

change the ignition mode to “ON” by press-

If the alarm was triggered due to an unau-

You can switch the theft deterrent alarm

ing the engine switch. The alarm will then

thorized entry into the vehicle and you then

system from the enabled state to the dis-

stop.

change the ignition mode to “ON” by press-

abled state, and vice versa, using the fol-

ing the engine switch, the theft deterrent

lowing method.

NOTE:

light will flash rapidly for about 8 seconds

•

Even after the alarm has stopped, if you

and a buzzer will beep 4 times during this

lock the doors using the keyless start

period. If this happens, check whether your

(3)

system remote controller or by pushing

vehicle has been broken into while you

(2)

the request switch, the theft deterrent

were away from it.

alarm system will be rearmed with a

delay of about 20 seconds.

Enabling and disabling the theft deter-

(1)

•

If you disconnect the battery while the

rent alarm system

theft deterrent alarm system is in the

The theft deterrent alarm system can be

armed condition or the alarm is actually

either “enabled” or “disabled”.

in operation, the alarm will be triggered

or re-triggered when the battery is then

When enabled (factory setting)

reconnected, although, in the latter case,

When the system is enabled, it causes the

EXAMPLE

the alarm remains stopped for the period

hazard warning lights to flash for about 40

between disconnection and reconnec-

seconds if any of the alarm trigger condi-

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tion of the battery.

tions is met. The system also causes the

(2) UNLOCK

•

Even after the alarm has stopped at the

interior buzzer to beep intermittently for

(3) LOCK

end of the predetermined operation time,

about 10 seconds, which is followed by

it will be triggered again if any door is

intermittent sounding of the horn for about

(5)

opened without disarming the theft

30 seconds.

4 times

deterrent alarm system.

*The theft deterrent light continues to flash

during this time.

(4)

When disabled

EXAMPLE

When the system is disabled, it stays dis-

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armed even if you perform any system

arming operation.

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BEFORE DRIVING

1) With the ignition mode changed to “ON”

Every time you perform the series of the

Windows

by pressing the engine switch, close all

above steps, the state of the theft deterrent

the doors as well as the engine hood

alarm system changes from the currently

Power Window Controls

and the trunk lid and push the unlock

selected one to the other. You can check

Driver’s side

end (backward end) of the power door

whether the system is enabled or disabled

locking switch (1) of the driver’s door.

by the number of interior buzzer beeps at

EXAMPLE

Turn the knob control on the lighting

the end of the procedure as follows.

control lever to the OFF position (4).

System state

Number of beeps

(1)

NOTE:

Disabled

Once

All operations included in the following

steps 2) and 3) must be completed within

(4)

15 seconds.

Enabled

4 times

(2)

2) Turn the knob control on the lighting

control lever to the

position (5) and

NOTE:

(5)

then to the OFF position (4). Repeat

• You cannot disable the theft deterrent

this operation 4 times with the control

alarm system while it is in the armed

finally set to the OFF position.

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condition.

3) Push the lock end (forward end) of the

• If you fail to complete the operations in

The power windows can be operated when

power door lock switch (1) to lock the

step 2) and 3) within 15 seconds, per-

the ignition mode is changed to “ON” by

doors, and then the unlock end (back-

form the procedure again from the

pressing the engine switch.

ward end) to unlock the doors. Repeat

beginning.

these operations

3 times and finally

• Make sure all doors are closed when

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

push the lock end of the switch.

performing the above procedure.

(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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BEFORE DRIVING

Passenger’s door, Rear doors

Lock switch

EXAMPLE

CLOSE

EXAMPLE

(7)

(3)

OPEN

(8)

(6)

81A009

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To open a window, push the top part of the

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

(7) UNLOCK

switch and to close the window lift up the

operate the passenger’s window.

(8) LOCK

top part of the switch.

The driver’s door also has a lock switch (6)

The driver’s and passenger’s windows

for the passenger’s window(s). When you

have “auto-down” and “auto-up” features

push in the lock switch, the passenger’s

for added convenience (at tall booths or

window(s) cannot be raised or lowered by

drive-through restaurants, for example).

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

This means the driver or passenger can

(5). To restore normal operation, release

open or close the window without holding

the lock switch by pushing the switch

the window switch in the “Down” or “Up”

again.

position. Press down or lift up the driver’s

or passenger’s window switch completely

and release it. To stop the window before it

reaches the full-down or full-up position,

pull up or push down the switch briefly.

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BEFORE DRIVING

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

Pinching Prevention Function

WARNING

narrow the rear window opening.

(if equipped)

The front window is equipped with the

•

You should always lock the passen-

Initialization of Auto-Down/Up Function

pinching prevention function. The function

ger’s window operation when there

If the auto-down/up function does not work

detects a foreign object caught in the win-

are children in the vehicle. Children

for some reason, initialize the function as

dow while being closed by the “auto-up”

can be seriously injured if they get

instructed below. Note that the initialization

feature, which you can close the window

part of their body caught by the

must be performed using the switch for

without holding the window switch in the

window during operation.

each window; the function of the passen-

“Up” position, and stops the window clos-

•

To avoid injuring an occupant by

ger’s door window cannot be initialized

ing to prevent damage.

window entrapment, be sure no

using the switch of the driver’s door win-

part of the occupant’s body such

dow.

WARNING

as hands or head is in the path of

the electric windows when closing

1)

Start the engine.

To avoid injuring an occupant by win-

them.

2)

Open the front window fully by holding

dow entrapment, be sure no part of

•

Always take the keyless start sys-

the window switch in the “Down” posi-

the occupant’s body such as hands

tem remote controller with you

tion.

or head is in the path of the electric

when leaving the vehicle even if

3)

Close the front window by holding the

window when closing it.

only for a short time. Also do not

switch in the “Up” position, and keep

The function may not detect the

leave children alone in a parked

holding the switch for 2 seconds after

object depending on size, hardness,

vehicle. Unattended children could

the window fully closed.

and position of the object caught by

use the electric window switches

4)

Check the front window

if

the

auto-

the closing window.

and get trapped by the window.

down/up feature work.

CAUTION

NOTE:

• The pinching prevention function

The driver’s and passenger’s windows can

does not act while you are holding

be operated for 30 seconds even after the

the window switch in the “Up” posi-

ignition mode is changed from

“ON” to

tion.

“ACC” or “LOCK” (OFF) by pressing the

• The pinching prevention function

engine switch. However, if either of the

may not detect an object caught in

front doors is opened within this 30-second

the window where just before the

period, the windows cannot be operated

window fully closed.

thereafter.

If you drive with one of the rear windows

open, you may hear a loud sound caused

by air vibration. To reduce the sound, open

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NOTE:

Mirrors

Even if you cannot close the window by the

WARNING

auto-up feature because there may be

Inside Rearview Mirror (if equipped)

• Always adjust the mirror with the

something wrong with the pinching preven-

selector set to the day position.

tion function, you can close the window by

• Only use the night position if it is

holding the window switch in the “Up” posi-

necessary to reduce glare from the

tion.

headlights of vehicles behind you.

If you drive in extreme off-road condition,

Be aware that in this position you

the pinching prevention function may oper-

may not be able to see some

ate accidentally because the window

objects that could be seen in the

reacts to vehicle jolting.

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day position.

CAUTION

CAUTION

The pinching prevention function will

not be activated until the initialization

• Never spray any liquid directly on

is complete.

(1)

the anti-glare rearview mirror as

• Do not strike or otherwise give

(2)

(3)

this may damage the internal

shock to the window during initial-

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electronic components.

ization.

(2) Day driving

• Initialization is impossible while the

• Always clean the mirror with a soft

(3) Night driving

vehicle is in motion.

towel. Dampen with clean water

If the auto-up feature would not work

You can adjust the inside rearview mirror

after initialization, there might be

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

something wrong with the pinching

cle in the mirror. To adjust the mirror, set

prevention function. Have your vehi-

the selector tab (1) to the day position,

cle inspected by an authorized

then move the mirror up, down or sideways

SUZUKI dealer.

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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BEFORE DRIVING

Auto dimming rearview mirror (if

• The auto dimming rearview mirror is

Without HomeLink^® Wireless Control

equipped)

automatically deactivated while the gear-

System

shift lever is in the “R” position.

With HomeLink^® Wireless Control Sys-

tem

(4)

(1)

(2)

(4)

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(1)

(2)

(3)

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You can adjust the auto dimming rearview

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mirror by hand so you can see to the rear

of your vehicle in the mirror. This rearview

You can adjust the auto dimming rearview

CAUTION

mirror has a function of automatically

mirror by hand so you can see to the rear

•

Do not touch or cover the sensor

reducing glare from the lights of vehicles

of your vehicle in the mirror. This rearview

(4) since this may impair normal

behind you. The function works when the

mirror has a function of automatically

operation of the system. Blocking

ignition mode has been changed to “ON”

reducing glare from the lights of vehicles

glare from the sensor with an

by pressing the engine switch.

behind you. The function works when the

object such as a shade, sticker,

• The mirror is always set to the automatic

ignition mode has been changed to “ON”

accessory or baggage may also

dimming mode when the engine switch

by pressing the engine switch.

impair proper operation of the sys-

is in the “ON” mode.

• The mirror is always set to the automatic

tem.

• When the “AUTO” switch (2) is pushed,

dimming mode when the engine switch

•

Do not hook anything heavy on the

the green indicator (1) is lit, indicating

is in the “ON” mode.

mirror, or the mirror may break

that the mirror is set to the automatic

• When the “ON” switch (2) is pushed, the

under the weight.

dimming mode. To cancel the automatic

green indicator (1) is lit, indicating that

dimming mode, push the “AUTO” switch

the mirror is set to the automatic dim-

(2); the indicator (1) then goes out.

ming mode. To cancel the automatic

dimming mode, push the “OFF” switch

(3); the indicator (1) then goes out.

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• The auto dimming rearview mirror is

Outside Rearview Mirrors

Power Mirror Control

automatically deactivated while the gear-

shift lever is in the “R” position.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

(1)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(3)

(2)

(3)

(3)

(4)

(4)

79J033

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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you

The switch to control the power rearview

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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 after

CAUTION

pressing the engine switch to change the

The passenger’s side mirror is a convex

ignition mode to “ACC” or “ON”. To adjust

•

Do not touch or cover the sensor

(curved surface) mirror. Objects seen in

the mirrors:

(3) since this may impair normal

this mirror will look smaller and appear far-

operation of the system. Blocking

ther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

1) Move the selector switch to the left or

glare from the sensor with an

right to select the mirror you wish to

object such as a shade, sticker,

WARNING

adjust.

accessory or baggage may also

2) Press the outer part of the switch that

Be careful when judging the size or

impair proper operation of the sys-

corresponds to the direction you wish to

distance of a vehicle or other object

tem.

move the mirror.

seen in the side convex mirror. Be

•

Do not hook anything heavy on the

3) Return the selector switch to the center

aware that objects look smaller and

mirror, or the mirror may break

position to help prevent unintended

appear farther away than when seen

under the weight.

adjustment.

in a flat mirror.

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BEFORE DRIVING

NOTE:

Front Seats

If your vehicle is equipped with the heated

outside rearview mirrors, refer to “Heated

Standard Seat (if equipped)

Rear Window and Heated Outside Rear-

Adjusting seat position

view Mirrors (if equipped) Switch” in this

section.

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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The adjustment lever for each front seat is

WARNING

located under the front of the seat. To

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,

adjust the seat position, pull up on the

which reduces the effectiveness of

adjustment lever and slide the seat forward

the seat belts as a safety device,

or rearward. After adjustment, try to move

make sure that the seats are adjusted

the seat forward and rearward to ensure

before the seat belts are fastened.

that it is securely latched.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Adjusting seatbacks

Power Seat (if equipped)

Adjusting seat position

WARNING

All seatbacks should always be in an

WARNING

upright position when driving, or seat

Never attempt to adjust the driver’s

belt effectiveness may be reduced.

seat or seatback while driving. The

Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-

seat or seatback could move unex-

mum protection when seatbacks are

pectedly, causing loss of control.

in the upright position.

Make sure that the driver’s seat and

seatback are properly adjusted

before you start driving.

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WARNING

If the driver’s seat is equipped with a seat

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,

height adjuster lever on the outboard side

which reduces the effectiveness of

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

the seat belts as a safety device,

ing up or down the adjuster lever.

make sure that the seats are adjusted

before the seat belts are fastened.

CAUTION

Do not place any object under the

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seat. The object may cause damage

to the seat if caught under it.

To adjust the seatback angle of front seats,

pull up the lever on the outboard side of

the seat, move the seatback to the desired

position, and release the lever to lock the

seatback in place. After adjustment, try

moving the seatback to make sure it is

securely locked.

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