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your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system, automatic seat belt tensioners, side curtain airbags, driver’s seat position sensor, and the front passenger’s weight sensors. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page information, see page

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Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will then go off if you have a properly- coded ignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page

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).

This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

Instrument Panel Indicators

U.S.

Canada

Side Airbag Off Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 82
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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If it comes on and stays on at any other time, or it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 82
Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. For more information, see page

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Instrument Panel Indicators

VSA Activation Indicator

This indicator has three functions:

1.

2.

3.

It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (see page

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).

It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 82

).

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages and ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

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When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signals blink. All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If this indicator comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 83
For more information, see page

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This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page

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Instrument Panel Indicators

High Beam Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

System Message Indicator

This indicator comes on when there is a system message on the multi- information display. Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see ) to see the message (see page page ).

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Most of the time, this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc.

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

This indicator is in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. You will also see a ‘‘FUEL LOW’’ message on the multi- information display (see page ). When the indicator comes on, there is about 2.3 U.S. gal (8.6 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E.

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This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page

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On Canadian models, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page

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Fog Light Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. For more information, see page

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Cruise Main Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button on the steering wheel (see page

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Security System Indicator

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

This indicator comes on when the security system is set. For more information, see page

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Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

This indicator has two functions:

1.

If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.

You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ message on the multi- information display (see page ).

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You may see one or more of the low pressure tire positions displayed along with this message.

Check the tire pressure monitor on the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page

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).

Instrument Panel Indicators

If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure on the multi- information display, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service. For more information, see page 345

2.

If this indicator begins to flash, there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. The indicator continues to flash for a while (approximately 1
minute), then stays on. If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. For more information, see page 267

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Gauges

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE

Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition.

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

SELECT/RESET KNOB

(Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. See page instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system.

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INFO KNOB

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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red

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The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. Some of the messages help you operate your vehicle more comfortably. Others help to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving.

There are three types of messages; normal display messages, engine oil life and maintenance messages, and system messages.

You can also customize some vehicle control settings to your liking with the multi-information display and the two buttons on the steering wheel (see page

86

).

Multi-Information Display

Normal Display Messages

When you unlock and open the driver’s door with the remote transmitter, the display shows ‘‘Welcome Driver 1’’ or ‘‘Welcome Driver 2’’ depending on which remote transmitter you use. The driver’s ‘‘ID’’ is detected by the transmitter. For more information about driver’s ‘‘ID’’, see page 132

If you use the key to unlock the driver’s door, the display only shows ‘‘Welcome.’’ This means the system cannot recognize either ‘‘Driver 1’’ or ‘‘Driver 2.’’ In this case, you cannot use the customized settings on the multi-information display (see page 86
When you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position, the display shows ‘‘Goodbye.’’

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Multi-Information Display

PRIMARY DISPLAY

UPPER SEGMENT

SECONDARY DISPLAY

LOWER SEGMENT

The multi-information display consists of two segments; an upper segment and a lower segment.

In normal display mode, the upper segment displays trip computer. The lower segment displays the odometer, Trip A/B, outside temperature, and engine oil life and maintenance message.

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: Press SEL/RESET Button. : Press INFO Button.

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The primary display always shows its default setting, ‘‘INST. MPG’’ (U.S. models) or ‘‘INST. L/100 km’’ (Canadian models) even if you press the INFO button. It only changes the secondary display. You can customize this setting to your liking (see page

102

).

INFO KNOB

INFO BUTTON

The upper segment is divided into two displays; primary and secondary. After you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, press the INFO button on the steering wheel or the INFO knob in the instrument panel. What you last selected appears on the secondary display of the trip computer. Pressing the INFO button/knob repeatedly changes the display as shown in the example on the previous page.

Messages in the trip computer include:

INST. MPG (U.S. models)/ INST.L/100 km (Canadian models): Your vehicle’s current fuel mileage.

AVG. FUEL A/AVG. FUEL B: Your vehicle’s average fuel economy since you last reset the Trip A or Trip B. When you select Trip B in the lower segment by pressing the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel or select/ reset knob in the instrument panel, the AVG. FUEL B appears in the secondary display.

Multi-Information Display

RANGE: The estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles, so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc.

ELAPSED TIME: The time traveled since you last reset the trip computer. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is reset.

AVG. SPEED: The average speed you are traveling.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR: You can see the pressure of each tire in this monitor. If the tire pressure is low on one or more tires, inflate them to the correct pressure. For more information, see page

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Multi-Information Display

SEL/RESET BUTTON

SELECT/RESET KNOB

LOWER SEGMENT

U.S.model is shown

In the lower segment, each time you press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, the display changes from ‘‘Trip A/Odometer’’ to ‘‘Trip A/ Outside Temperature’’ to ‘‘Trip B/ Outside Temperature’’ to ‘‘Engine Oil Life,’’ and then back to the ‘‘Trip A/Odometer’’ as shown on page

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You can also change the display by pushing the select/reset knob in the instrument panel.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, what you last selected is displayed.

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Trip Meter While a trip meter is displayed, you can change the display between ‘‘Trip A’’ and ‘‘Trip B’’ by pressing the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, or the select/reset knob in the instrument panel.

To reset a trip meter, display it, and press and hold the SEL/RESET button or select/reset knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’ When you reset ‘‘Trip B’’ , ‘‘AVG. FUEL B’’ is also reset. If you reset ‘‘Trip A’’, ‘‘AVG. FUEL A’’ and ‘‘AVG. SPEED’’ will be reset at the same time.

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Outside Temperature

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE

U.S.model is shown

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed.

This shows the outside Fahrenheit temperature in U.S. models, and Centigrade temperature in Canadian models.

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

You can adjust the outside temperature display (see page

96

).

Multi-Information Display

Engine Oil Life

ENGINE OIL LIFE

U.S.model is shown

This shows the remaining life of the engine oil. It shows 100% after the engine oil is replaced and the display is reset. The engine oil life is calculated based on engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions. For more information, see page

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Multi-Information Display

Maintenance Messages

These messages appear on the multi- information display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

For more information about Maintenance Messages, see Maintenance Minder ‘‘ 280

’’ on page

Also refer to page maintenance safety precautions.

for important

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When the engine oil life reaches 15 %, the display shows ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ and the code for the maintenance items to be performed.

Have your dealer do the indicated maintenance as soon as you see this message, and have them reset the display after completing the service.

When the engine oil life reaches 5 %, the display shows ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ along with the same maintenance items.

If you do not perform the indicated maintenance or do not reset the display, the message changes to ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ when the engine oil life becomes 0 %.

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System Messages If there is a problem with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. It does this by interrupting the current display with one or more messages.

SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR

The system message(s) triggers the appropriate indicator(s) on the instrument panel, including the system message indicator, to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) is corrected.

Multi-Information Display

When there are several warnings to be shown, the system switches the messages every 5 seconds. The message is shown until you push the INFO button. To see the message again, press the INFO button, 5 seconds after the display disappears.

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Multi-Information Display

Here is a table which shows the possible multi-information display messages and where to find further information on each message.

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See page

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Multi-Information Display

FastenSeatBelt

DoorandTrunkOpen

ReleaseParkingLever

U.S.

Canada

In addition to the seat belt reminder indicator in the instrument panel, the multi-information display interrupts the current display and shows ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT’’ if either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving. This message remains displayed while the vehicle is moving until you or your passenger’s seat belts are fastened.

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If the trunk or any door is not closed tightly, the display reminds you to close the open trunk or the door(s) before you start driving.

If you start driving without releasing the parking brake, the multi- information display interrupts the current display and shows ‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE.’’ This message continues, and a chime sounds, until you release the parking brake, or the vehicle speed slows down to less than 1.8 mph (3
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RemoveKey

BrakeFluidLow

TightenFuelCap

U.S.

Canada

Multi-Information Display

If you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door, you will see ‘‘REMOVE KEY’’ on the display and hear a reminder beeper.

If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark on the side of the brake fluid reservoir in the engine compartment, you will see ‘‘BRAKE FLUID LOW.’’ If you see this message, have the brake system checked by your dealer (see page 300

).

If the fuel fill cap is missing or not tightened properly, you will see ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP.’’ Make sure the fuel cap is installed and tightened at least one click.

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If the system still detects a leak in the vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page

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Multi-Information Display

Your vehicle’s on board diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the multi-information display. Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another message, press the INFO button. The ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.

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CheckTPMSSystem

If there is a problem in the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), you will see ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. If you see this message, the TPMS is not monitoring tire pressures. Have the TPMS checked by your dealer as soon as possible (see page Also, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator begins to flash (see page 67

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CheckTirePressure

FuelLow

WasherFluidLow

Multi-Information Display

If one or more of your vehicle tires are low on pressure, you will see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ message on the display. See page for more information on the tire 265
pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

If the level of the fuel in the tank gets low, you will see ‘‘FUEL LOW’’ on the multi-information display, and you must refuel soon. The low fuel indicator on the instrument panel will also come on.

Canadianmodelsonly If the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir gets low, you will see ‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ on the multi-information display.

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Multi-Information Display

PassengerSideAirbagOff

CheckVSASystem

CheckEngineOilLevel

U.S.

Canada

If the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off, you will see ‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ on the multi-information display. See page

for more information.

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If there is a problem with the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, you will see ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. If you see this message, have the VSA system checked by your dealer (see page

268

).

If the engine oil is very low or has lost pressure, you will see ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ on the multi- information display. You will also see the low oil pressure indicator in the instrument panel flashing or staying on. If you see this message, you should take immediate action since serious engine damage is possible. Follow the procedure on page 335

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CheckTransmission

CheckABSSystem

CheckAirbagSystem

Multi-Information Display

Automatictransmission: If there is a problem with the automatic transmission, you will see ‘‘CHECK TRANSMISSION’’ on the multi-information display. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

If there is a problem in the anti-lock brake system (ABS), you will see ‘‘CHECK ABS SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. If you see this message, have your vehicle checked by a dealer (see page

261

).

If there is a problem with your front airbags, side airbags, passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system, automatic seat belt tensioners, side curtain airbags, driver’s seat position sensor, or the front passenger’s weight sensors, you will see ‘‘CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. Take your vehicle to a dealer as soon as possible (see page

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Multi-Information Display

CheckChargingSystem

CheckEmissionSystem

CheckBrakeSystem

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Canada

If you see ‘‘CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display, it means one of the engine’s emission systems may have a problem. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer (see page

336

).

If there is a problem with the brake system, you will see ‘‘CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM’’ on the multi- information display. The parking brake and brake system indicator in the instrument panel will also come on. See page information.

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If you see ‘‘CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display, it means the battery is not being charged. See page more information.

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CheckDRLSystem

Cruise Control

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Multi-Information Display

Canadianmodelsonly If there is a problem in the high beam headlight’s circuit, you will see ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. If you see this message, have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

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This message comes on when you set the cruise control. The Cruise Control indicator in the instrument panel will also come on. See page 206
operation.

for information on cruise control

You can receive or make phone calls from your cell phone through your vehicle’s Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone.

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Multi-Information Display

To use the system, your cell phone and the HFL system must be linked. Not all cell phones are compatible with this system. Refer to page for instructions on how to link 219
your cell phone to the HFL and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website.

Customized Settings With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, press and hold the INFO button for more than 3
seconds. ‘‘CUSTOMIZE ENTRY’’ appears on the multi-information display.

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DRIVER’S ID

You can customize some vehicle control settings for ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ and ‘‘DRIVER 2’’ separately.

To have the driver’s ID detected, make sure you use your transmitter to unlock the driver’s door.

If you use the key to unlock the driver’s door, the system cannot recognize either ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 2.’’ In this case, when you try to enter the customizing mode,

‘‘DRIVER UNKNOWN CUSTOMIZE IMPOSSIBLE’’ will be displayed, and you cannot customize some of the settings. Refer to the table on page what settings you can customize.

to see

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If you use your remote transmitter to unlock the driver’s door, and the system fails to recognize either ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 2’’ see page your vehicle.

to link your transmitter to

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The first customizing menu is:

CHANGE SETTING DEFAULT ALL

Every time you press the INFO button, the display cycles from ‘‘CHANGE SETTING,’’ ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ ‘‘EXIT’’ and then back to ‘‘CHANGE SETTING.’’ Press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

If you want the settings as they were when the vehicle left the factory, select ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ as described on page

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AT model

MT model

To change the settings, stop the vehicle, and make sure to set the parking brake and put the transmission in Park (A/T) or neutral (M/T). If you try to enter the customizing mode while the vehicle is moving, the above message appears and you cannot change the settings.

Multi-Information Display

If you want to change any vehicle control settings, select ‘‘CHANGE SETTING,’’ and follow the instructions on page

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If you do not make any changes, select ‘‘EXIT,’’ the display returns to normal display.

You can also use the select/reset knob in the instrument panel. Turn the knob to select a setting and press it to enter your selection.

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Multi-Information Display

Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P.92)

Customize Group METER SETUP (P.93)

Customize Menu

LANGUAGE SELECTION

ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY

TRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESET with REFUEL

ELAP. TIME RESET CONDITION

PRIMARY DISP SELECTION

Changes the trip computer’s main display from its default setting.

POSITION SETUP (P.104)

MEMORY POSITION LINK

Causes the driver’s seat position to be stored in memory.

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: Default setting

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Description

Customize Setup

Changes the language used in the display.

Changes the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Causes trip meter A and the average fuel economy to reset when you refuel. Resets the elapsed time of your current trip.

＊

ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH − 〜± − 〜±

5°F 3°C

0°F 0°C

＊

〜＋ 〜＋ ＊

5°F 3°C

ON OFF

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Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P.92)

Customize Group LIGHTING SETUP (P.106)

Customize Menu

INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME

HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER

DOOR · WINDOW SETUP (P.110)

DOOR LOCK MODE

KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

SECURITY RELOCK TIMER

WIPER SETUP (P.117)

FRONT WIPER ACTION

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Description

Customize Setup

Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you close the doors. Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights stay on after you close the driver’s door.

Changes which doors unlock with the remote transmitter when the button is pushed one time. The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button. A horn will also sound when you press the LOCK button twice. Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you unlock but do not open the door. Changes the windshield wiper operation between two settings when the wiper switch is in the INT position.

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15 sec 30 sec 60 sec 0 sec 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec DRIVER DOOR ALL DOORS

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WITH VEH SPD INTERMITTENT

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DEFAULT ALL

If you want to set the customizable vehicle control settings to the default setting, press the INFO button on the steering wheel until ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ is displayed.

If you want to cancel ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ press the SEL/RESET button while ‘‘CANCEL’’ is shown. The display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.’’

To set the default settings, press the INFO button until the display changes as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button to select ‘‘DEFAULT ALL.’’

Press the SEL/RESET button to enter ‘‘DEFAULT ALL.’’ You can change the display between ‘‘CANCEL,’’ ‘‘OK’’ and ‘‘EXIT’’ each time you press the INFO button.

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When ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ is completed successfully, you will see the above display for several seconds, and the display will return to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.’’

If ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ is not completed successfully, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.’’ Repeat the procedure to select ‘‘DEFAULT ALL.’’

To exit ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ press the INFO button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ then press the SEL/RESET button.

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Change Setting You can customize some of the vehicle control settings to your preference. Here are the settings you can customize:

METER SETUP POSITION SETUP LIGHTING SETUP DOOR · WINDOW SETUP WIPER SETUP

While the multi-information display is showing ‘‘CHANGE SETTING,’’ press the SEL/RESET button. The display will start showing the initial ‘‘CUSTOMIZE GROUP.’’ Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes as shown in the next column. Press the INFO button until you see the setup you want to customize, and press the SEL/ RESET button to enter your selection.

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: Press SEL/RESET Button. : Press the INFO Button.

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Meter Setup There are five custom settings in the Meter Setup:

LANGUAGE SELECTION ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ELAP. TIME RESET CONDITION PRIMARY DISP SELECTION

While ‘‘METER SETUP’’ is displayed, press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then, press the INFO button repeatedly. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes as shown.

To customize a setting, press the INFO button repeatedly until you see the setting you want to customize, and press the SEL/RESET button. Then follow the procedures described on the following pages.

: Press the INFO Button.

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LanguageSelection

: Press the INFO Button.

There are three selectable languages, English, French, and Spanish. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes as shown.

Select the language you want by pressing the INFO button, and press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

While the multi-information display is showing ‘‘METER SETUP,’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION.’’ Press the SEL/RESET button again to enter the language selection mode.

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When language selection is successfully completed, the display changes to the screen shown above for several seconds, then goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

If you fail to select a language properly, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the setup.

To exit ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION,’’ press the INFO button repeatedly until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ then press the SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

All messages on the multi- information display will be shown in the language you selected.

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AdjustOutsideTemp.Display If you find that the temperature reading is always a few degrees below or above the actual temperature, adjust it as described on the following columns.

While the multi-information display shows ‘‘METER SETUP,’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to the ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Press the INFO button once, and you will see ‘‘ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY’’ as shown above.

U.S. model is shown

Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. The highlighted number is the current adjustment above or below the outside temperature. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the appropriate number appears, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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U.S. model is shown

When your selection is successfully entered, you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

If you fail to enter the desired adjustment properly, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the adjustment.

To exit ‘‘ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY,’’ press the INFO button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ and press the SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

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TripA&Avg.FuelResetwithRefuel To set ‘‘Trip A’’ and ‘‘AVG. FUEL A’’ to reset every time you refuel your vehicle, follow the procedure described from the next column.

While the multi-information display shows ‘‘METER SETUP’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Press the INFO button repeatedly until you see ‘‘TRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESET WITH REFUEL’’ in the lower segment as shown above.

Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. The lower segment changes between ‘‘ON’’ and ‘‘OFF’’ each time you press the INFO button. Enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

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When your selection is successfully entered, you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

If you fail to enter your selection, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the setup.

To exit ‘‘TRIP A & AVG. FUEL WITH REFUEL,’’ press the INFO button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ and press the SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

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Elap.TimeResetCondition ‘‘ELAPSED TIME’’ is the driving time since you last reset the trip computer. You can customize the condition of when to reset the ‘‘ELAPSED TIME’’.

While the multi-information display shows ‘‘METER SETUP,’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to the ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Press the INFO button repeatedly until you see ‘‘ELAP. TIME RESET CONDITION’’ in the lower segment as shown above.

Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. The lower segment changes between ‘‘IGN RESET,’’ ‘‘TRIP A RESET’’ and ‘‘TRIP B RESET’’ each time you press the INFO button. Enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

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When your selection is successfully entered, you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

If you fail to enter your selection, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the setup.

To exit ‘‘ELAP. TIME RESET CONDITION,’’ press the INFO button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ and press the SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’

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PrimaryDisplaySelection When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the primary display of the trip computer always shows ‘‘INST. MPG’’ (U.S. models) or ‘‘INST. L/100 km’’ (Canadian models) in default setting. You can customize this setting to your liking in following procedure.

While the multi-information display shows ‘‘METER SETUP,’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Press the INFO button until you see ‘‘PRIMARY DISP SELECTION’’ as shown above.

Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. The lower segment changes from ‘‘INST. FUEL,’’ to ‘‘AVG. FUEL,’’ to ‘‘RANGE,’’ to ‘‘ELAPSED TIME,’’ then to ‘‘AVG. SPEED’’ each time you press the INFO button. Enter your selection by pressing the SEL/