2009 Honda Civic Hybrid Owners Manual

The buttons under the left side vent control the brightness of the instrument panel. Push the or button to adjust the brightness.

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There are six brightness levels. When you push either button, the information display indicates the current level. You will hear a tone when you reach the maximum or minimum brightness. The display returns to the odometer 5 seconds

after you stop adjusting the brightness.

To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to the

or

position.

The center of each meter (upper and lower) illuminates with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver’s door, and then goes back to the selected brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the illumination turns off in about 10 seconds.

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Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger

U.S. model

Canadian model

Push the button to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

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Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.

OnCanadianmodels Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information, see page

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Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

1.

Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.

2.

Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

3.

Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.

4.

Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.

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You should have received a key number tag with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

The keys without a remote transmitter do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

Keys and Locks

KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEYS WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

VALET KEY (Gray)

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.

The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

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The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again.

The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable.

If you have lost your key and cannot start your engine, contact your dealer.

Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

Immobilizer System

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Ignition Switch

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

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You can

ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

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This is the normal key

ON (II) position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position.

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Use this position

START (III) only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key.

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

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You can insert or

LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, the shift lever must be in Park, and you must push the key in slightly.

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Power Door Locks

To lock

To unlock

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Each front door has a master door lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks all doors. Push the top of the switch to lock all doors; push the bottom to unlock them.

LOCK TAB

To lock

To unlock

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Pull out the tab to lock the door, and push it in to unlock.

The lock tab on each door locks and unlocks that door. Pulling out on the driver’s door lock tab locks all doors. To unlock the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key and release it. If you turn it again, all the doors unlock.

Door Locks

To lock any door when getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab out, and close the door.

To lock the doors when getting out of the vehicle, remove the key from the ignition switch, and push the top of the master door lock switch, then close the door.

LockoutPrevention With any door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches and driver’s door lock tab are disabled. They are not disabled when all the doors are closed, or when the key is not in the ignition.

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors to automatically lock and unlock. There are default settings for each of these features. You can turn off or change the settings for these features as described on the following pages.

When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and the parking brake is applied. Make all settings before you start driving.

Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings:

The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.

The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h). This is the default setting.

Door Locks

Childproof Door Locks

Unlock

LEVER

Lock

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, push the lock tab in, and use the outside door handle.

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ToturnofftheAutoDoorLock modes:

3.

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door until you hear a click (after about 5 seconds).

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.

Door Locks

ToprogramtheParkLockmode: Locksalldoorswhentheshiftleveris movedoutofthePark(P)position.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

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Door Locks

3.

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

ToprogramtheDriveLockmode: Locksalldoorswhenthevehicle’sspeed reachesabout9mph(15km/h).

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

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3.

4.

Push and hold the brake pedal, and move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

5.

Release the switch and, within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. Move the shift lever to the Park (P) position.

6.

Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings:

ToturnofftheAutoDoorUnlock modes:

The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.

The driver’s door unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. This is the default setting.

All doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position.

The driver’s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.

All doors unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.

Door Locks

3.

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click, and after about 5 seconds, you will hear another click.

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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Door Locks

ToprogramtheParkUnlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheshiftleverismovedintothe Park(P)position.

3.

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold down the switch:

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Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’sdoorunlock feature.

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Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate

alldoorsunlockfeature.

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

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ToprogramtheIgnitionSwitch Unlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheignitionswitchismovedoutof theON(II)position.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

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4.

Push and hold the brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:

5.

Release the switch and, within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. Move the shift lever to the Park (P) position.

6.

Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’sdoorunlock feature.

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Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate

alldoorsunlockfeature.

Door Locks

Even if your vehicle’s battery is removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you selected.

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Trunk

PULL

Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

Emergency Trunk Opener

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Monoxide Hazard 52

Carbon

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RELEASE LEVER

As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside. To open the trunk, push the release lever to the left.

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page

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TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

MASTER KEY

To open the trunk, pull the trunk release handle on the left side of the driver’s seat. To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else, lock the trunk release handle with the master key, and give the other person the valet key.

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Remote Transmitter

PANIC BUTTON

UNLOCK BUTTON

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Press this button once

UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the other doors. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. This button does not work when the key is in the ignition switch.

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

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Press this button once to LOCK lock all doors. Some exterior lights will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the doors are locked. You cannot lock the doors if any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. If you push the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the security system has set.

The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the door activated position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open any door, the light stays on for about 30 seconds, then fades out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30
seconds have elapsed, the light goes off immediately.

If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock and the security system will also set.

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Press this button for

PANIC about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

TRUNK RELEASE Press this button for about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.

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RemoteTransmitterCare

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

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Remote Transmitter

Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR1616

BATTERY

SCREW

TAB

To replace the battery:

1.

2.

Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.

3.

Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.

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Remote Transmitter, Seats

4.

Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing down), then insert it into the back of the cover.

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An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

5.

Install the parts in reverse order.

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Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Front Seat Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs. Make all adjustments before you start driving.

To adjust the seat forward or backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position, and release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

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Seats

Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment

Head Restraints Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabout improperlypositioningheadrestraints.

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Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.

To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.

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

The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. To raise the seat, repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion. To lower the seat, push the lever down repeatedly.

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Front

CUSHION

Rear Center Position

CUSHION

LEG

Seats

They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.

LEGS

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

AdjustingtheHeadRestraint The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust a restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down.

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make sure the center head restraint is adjusted to its highest position.

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Seats

RemovingtheHeadRestraint To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before driving.

When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button.

Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it.

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This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants against whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.

After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position.

If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer.

ActiveHeadRestraints

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward.

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For a head restraint system to work properly:

Armrest

Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.

Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.

Install each restraint in its proper location.

Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints.

The lid of the console compartment can be used as an armrest by moving it forward and backward. Make sure the armrest is securely latched.

Make sure your passenger’s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before moving it.

Seats

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Seat Heaters

Passenger’s Seat

HEATERS

Driver’s Seat

Ifequipped Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. Because of the sensors for the side airbag cutoff system, there is no heater in the passenger’s seat-back. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use the heaters.

SEAT HEATER SWITCH

Push the front of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the back of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.

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In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops.

In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.

Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters:

Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery.

If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.

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Power Windows

Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.

If the MAIN switch is OFF, the passenger windows cannot be raised or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower any window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want to stop the window. To close the window, pull back on the switch and hold it.

The windows operate for up to 10
minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either front door cancels this function.

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To open or close the

AUTO driver’s window, push or pull the window switch firmly down or up to the second detent, and release it. The window will automatically go down or up all the way. To stop the window, pull or push the window switch briefly.

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AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s window senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it.

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Mirrors

TAB

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

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1.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

2.

Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

3.

4.

Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.

When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.

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Heated Mirrors

Parking Brake

HEATED MIRROR BUTTON

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

OnCanadianmodels The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off. Pressing this button also turns the rear window defogger on and off.

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page

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Mirrors, Parking Brake

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.

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Interior Convenience Items

COAT HOOK

COIN BOX

CENTER POCKET

VANITY MIRROR

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

GLOVE BOX

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET ＊

USB ADAPTER CABLE

BEVERAGE HOLDERS

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Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

Open the front beverage holder by sliding its cover backward.

Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem Another accessory power socket is in the center console compartment. When more than one socket is being used, the combined power rating of the accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps).

Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left. Close it with a firm push.

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Interior Convenience Items

Console Compartment

LEVER

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, pull up on the lever, and lift the lid.

To close, lower the lid, and push it down until it latches.

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After all doors are closed tightly, the light dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds.

If you do not open any door after you unlock the driver’s door or remove the key from the ignition switch, the light(s) fades out in about 30
seconds.

If you leave either door open without the key is in the ignition switch, the ceiling light will go off after 3
minutes.

Spotlights

The front ceiling light has two spotlights. Push the spotlight lenses to turn them on and off.

Interior Lights

Ceiling Light

DOOR ACTIVATED

ON

OFF

The ceiling light has a three-position switch: ON, Door Activated, and OFF. In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:

Open any door. Unlock the doors with the key or remote transmitter. Remove the key from the ignition.

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Features

The climate control system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

The security system helps to dis- courage vandalism and theft of your vehicle.

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Playing the AM/FM Radio Adjusting the Sound Playing the XM Radio Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages Optional Disc Changer Error

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Playing an iPod iPod Error Messages Playing a USB Flash Memory

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Playing the AM/FM Radio Playing the XM Radio Adjusting the Sound Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages Playing a PC Card PC Card Error Messages

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AM/FM Radio Reception Protecting Your Discs Radio Theft Protection Remote Audio Controls Auxiliary Input Jack Setting the Clock Security System Cruise Control Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

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Climate Control

AUTO BUTTON

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

MODE CONTROL BUTTON

FAN CONTROL DIAL

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

FRESH AIR BUTTON

RECIRCULATION BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON

OFF BUTTON

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Voice Control System Onlyonmodelsequippedwith NavigationSystem The climate control system for your vehicle can also be operated using the voice control system. See the Navigation section in your Quick Start Guide for an overview of this system and the Navigation System manual for complete details.

Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system adjusts the fan speed and airflow levels to maintain the interior temperature you select.

Press the AUTO button. Set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial. You will see AUTO in the system’s display.

The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or heated air that will, as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference.

When you set the temperature to its lower limit ( ) or its upper limit cooling or heating only. It does not regulate the interior temperature.

), the system runs at full

In cold weather, the fan will not come on automatically until the heater starts to develop warm air.

In ‘‘AUTO’’ mode, the air conditioner may not work if the humidity inside the vehicle is low. To activate the air conditioner, press A/C button.

Climate Control

Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is in full automatic mode. All other features remain automatically controlled.

Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display to go out.

Fan Control Dial Turn this dial to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.

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Climate Control

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on.

Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent throughout the system again. To select recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode.

Fresh Air Button The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris.

When the flesh air indicator is on, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle.

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The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.

Mode Control Button Use the mode control buttons to select the vents air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.

Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Airflow is divided between

the floor vents and defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

When you select automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C.

, the system

In AUTO mode, the system controls the airflow direction automatically between the dashboard vents and the floor vents.

Air flows from the floor

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Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then releases it through vents near the rear window.

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Set the temperature to the lower limit. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.

and fresh air mode.

Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system.

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Select When you select , the system automatically switches to the fresh air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

Climate Control

Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 66
turn off the A/C until the gauge reading returns to normal.

). If it moves near the red zone,

Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.

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Turn the fan on. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature to your preference.

and fresh air mode.

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

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Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool. Select If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.

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Iftheinteriorisverywarm, cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in fresh air mode.

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To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows

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Select

. When you select

, the system automatically

switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. The A/C indicator will not come on, if it was previously off. Select Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level.

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To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel below each vent. This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.

Climate Control

To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

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Set the fan to the desired speed, or high for faster defrosting. Select

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, the system automatically

switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. The A/C indicator will not come on, if it was previously off. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm. Select rear window. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents.

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To Turn Everything Off Press the OFF button. However, a lack of airflow can cause the windows to fog up. You should keep the fan on at all times so stale air and moisture do not build up in the interior and cause fogging.

Sunlight, Temperature, and Humidity Sensors

SUNLIGHT SENSOR To regulate the interior temperature and humidity, the climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature/ humidity sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them.

Climate Control

TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY SENSOR

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Audio System

Read the appropriate pages in this section for operation of the audio systems installed in your vehicle.

For vehicles without navigation through system, see pages

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On models without navigation system

For vehicles with navigation system, see pages

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If your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions.

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