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Indicators

List of Indicators

Indicators come on/blink depending on the condition of the vehicle. Messages may display on the driver information interface at the same time. Please take the appropriate action outlined in the message, such as contacting a dealer.

U.S.

*1

Canada

*1

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)
U.S.

*1

Canada

*1

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)
*1

Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator
U.S.

*1

Canada

*1

Automatic Brake Hold Indicator
*1

Malfunction Indicator Lamp
*1

Charging System Indicator
Shift Position Indicator*
M (7-speed manual shift mode) Indicator/Shift Indicator*
Transmission System Indicator*
Shift Up Indicator*
Shift Down Indicator*
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
*1

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator
*1

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator
*1

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
*1

Vehicle Stability Assist^TM (VSA^®) System Indicator
*1

Vehicle Stability Assist^TM (VSA^®) OFF Indicator
U.S. models

*1

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
High Beam Indicator
Lights On Indicator
Fog Light Indicator*
*1

Auto High-Beam Indicator
System Message Indicator
*2
*3

ECON Mode Indicator*
NORMAL Mode Indicator*
SPORT Mode Indicator*
INDIVIDUAL Mode Indicator*
*1

Low Temperature Indicator*
Immobilizer System Indicator
Security System Alarm Indicator
Auto Idle Stop OFF Indicator
*1

Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green)
Auto Idle Stop Suspend Indicator
*1

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow* Indicator (Amber)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow* Indicator (White/Green)
*1

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (White/Green)
Cruise Mode Indicator (White/Green)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow* Interval Indicator*
*1

Safety Support Indicator (Amber)
Safety Support Indicator (Green/Gray)

When you set the power mode to ON, these indicators come on to indicate that system checks are being performed. They go off a few seconds later or after the engine has started. If an indicator does not come on or turn off, there may be a malfunction in the corresponding system. To resolve the issue, follow the instructions in the owner's manual.
Models without drive mode switch
Models with drive mode switch

* Not available on all models

Indicators

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. Canada	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)	Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released.	The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake applied. Comes on for about 30 seconds when you apply the electric parking brake while the power mode is in ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then goes off. Stays on for about 30 seconds when you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF while the electric parking brake is applied, then goes off.
U.S. Canada	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)	Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.	Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking brake is released. Stop in a safe place and check the brake fluid level.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. Canada	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)	Comes on if there is a problem with the brake system.	1.5 L engine models with continuously variable transmission Comes on along with the Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (amber) - Immediately stop in a safe place. Contact a dealer for repair. The brake pedal becomes harder to operate. Depress the pedal further than you normally do. All models Comes on along with the ABS indicator - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Blinks and the Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (amber) comes on at the same time - There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. The parking brake may not be set. Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. Canada	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with a system related to braking other than the conventional brake system.	Comes on while driving - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability.
U.S. Canada	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with the electric parking brake system and/or the automatic brake hold system.	Stays on constantly - Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
	Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator	Comes on when the automatic brake hold system is on.
U.S. Canada	Automatic Brake Hold Indicator	Comes on when the automatic brake hold is activated.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	After you have set the power mode to ON, the vehicle performs system checks. However, if the readiness codes have not been set by that time, this indicator will blink five times and then go off.	Readiness codes are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions control systems.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	Comes on if there is a problem with the emissions control systems. Blinks when a misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected.
Charging System Indicator	Comes on when there is a problem with the charging system.	Stop in a safe place and contact a dealer immediately.
Shift Position Indicator*	Indicates the current shift position.
M (7-speed manual shift mode) Indicator/Shift Indicator*	Comes on when the 7-speed manual shift mode is applied.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Transmission System Indicator*	Blinks if the transmission system has a problem.	Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
	Blinks if the transmission system has a problem and the performance of the vehicle is reduced.	Avoid sudden starts, sudden acceleration and high speed, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
	Models with paddle shifter Blinks if the transmission system has a problem and the paddle shifters cannot be used.	Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
Shift Up Indicator*	Comes on when shifting up is recommended.
Shift Down Indicator*	Comes on when shifting down is recommended.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Seat Belt Reminder Indicator	Blinks and the beeper sounds for a few seconds if you are not wearing a seat belt when you set the power mode to ON, then the indicator comes on. If the front passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the indicator comes on a few seconds later. Comes on for a while when the rear seat belt is unfastened while the power mode in ON. Blinks while driving if you and/or any passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at regular intervals.	The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when you and the passengers fasten their seat belts. Stays on after you and/or the passengers have fastened the seat belt(s) - A detection error may have occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Low Fuel Indicator	Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 1.8 U.S. gal/7.0 Liter left).	Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.
Low Fuel Indicator	Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge.	Blinks - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator	Comes on if there is a problem with the ABS.	Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator	Comes on if a problem with any of the following is detected: Supplemental restraint system Side airbag system Side curtain airbag system Seat belt tensioner	Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator	Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.	Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Do not drive displays on the driver information interface - Immediately stop in a safe place and contact a dealer.
Vehicle Stability Assist^TM (VSA^®) System Indicator	Blinks when VSA^® is active.	—
	Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA^® system, brake assist system, agile handling assist, starting assist brake function* or hill start assist system.	Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Comes on if the VSA^® system is deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected, then re-connected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Vehicle Stability Assist^TM (VSA^®) OFF Indicator	Comes on when you partially disable VSA^®.
Vehicle Stability Assist^TM (VSA^®) OFF Indicator	Comes on if the VSA^® system is deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected, then re-connected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. models	Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator	May come on briefly if the power mode is set to ON and the vehicle is not moved within 45 seconds, to indicate the calibration process is not yet complete. Comes on and stays on when: One or more tires’ pressures are determined to be significantly low. The system has not been calibrated.	Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary. Stays on after the tires are inflated to the recommended pressures - The system needs to be calibrated.
		Blinks for about one minute, and then stays on if there is a problem with the TPMS, or when a compact spare tire* is temporarily installed.	Blinks and remains on - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare tire*, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
		Comes on if the TPMS is deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected, then re-connected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators	Blinks when you operate the turn signal lever. Blink along with all turn signals when you press the hazard warning button.	Does not blink or blinks rapidly
High Beam Indicator	Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.	—
Lights On Indicator	Comes on when the parking, tail, and other external lights are on.
Fog Light Indicator*	Comes on when the fog lights are on.
Auto High-Beam Indicator	Comes on when all the operating conditions of the auto high-beam are met.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	System Message Indicator	Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the driver information interface appears at the same time.	Refer to the Indicators information in this chapter when a system message appears on the driver information interface. Take the appropriate action for the message. Models with A-type meter While the indicator is on, press the (home) button, and select Warnings to see the message again. The driver information interface will not return to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the (home) button is pressed. Models with B-type meter While the indicator is on, roll the right selector wheel to see the message again. The driver information interface will not return to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the right selector wheel is rolled.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
1 2	ECON Mode Indicator*	Models without drive mode switch Comes on when the ECON mode is on. Models with drive mode switch Comes on when you set the drive mode to ECON.
	NORMAL Mode Indicator*	Comes on when you set the drive mode to NORMAL.
	SPORT Mode Indicator*	Comes on when you set the drive mode to SPORT.	Models with A-type meter The ambient meter remains lit up in red as long as SPORT mode is selected. Models with B-type meter The ambient meter* goes off and gauges in the instrument panel lit up in red as long as SPORT mode is selected.
	INDIVIDUAL Mode Indicator*	Comes on when you set the drive mode to INDIVIDUAL.
	Low Temperature Indicator*	Comes on when the engine coolant temperature is low.	If the indicator stays on after the engine has reached normal operating temperature, there may be a problem with the temperature sensors. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

Models without drive mode switch
Models with drive mode switch

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Models with A-type meter Models with B-type meter	Immobilizer System Indicator	Blinks if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information.	Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, then select the ON mode again. Canadian models Depress and hold the brake pedal before setting the power mode to ON. Repeatedly blinks - The system may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
Models with A-type meter Models with B-type meter	Security System Alarm Indicator	Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Auto Idle Stop OFF Indicator	Comes on when the Auto Idle Stop system has been turned off by the Auto Idle Stop OFF button.
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)	Blinks if there is a problem with the Auto Idle Stop system.	Blinks - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green)	Comes on when Auto Idle Stop is in operation. The engine automatically shuts off.

Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Auto Idle Stop OFF Indicator

Comes on when the Auto Idle Stop system has been turned off by the Auto Idle Stop OFF button.

Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)

Blinks if there is a problem with the Auto Idle Stop system.

Blinks - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green)

Comes on when Auto Idle Stop is in operation. The engine automatically shuts off.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Auto Idle Stop Suspend Indicator	Comes on while Auto Idle Stop is temporarily suspended in the following situations.	—
	Continuously variable transmission models Brake pedal is not fully pressed	Depress the brake pedal firmly.
	Continuously variable transmission models The transmission is in a position other than D
	System charging is prioritized
	Climate control system is prioritized
	Engine coolant temperature is not in operating range
	SPORT mode* is selected.
	The battery temperature is too low. Auto Idle Stop does not activate for some reason.
	—	If you press and hold the Auto Idle Stop OFF button, you can select whether to display the status messages or not.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow* Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with ACC with Low Speed Follow*.	Comes on while driving - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Comes on if the ACC with Low Speed Follow* is deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected, then re-connected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded. ACC with Low Speed Follow* has been automatically canceled.	Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit. Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow* Indicator (White/Green)	Lights up in white when you press the button. Lights up in green when you press the up or down the RES/+/SET/− switch.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with the LKAS.	Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)	Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.	Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit. Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (White/Green)	Lights up in white when you press the LKAS button. Lights up in green when the LKAS is in operation.
Cruise Mode Indicator (White/Green)	Lights up in white when you change to cruise mode. Lights up in green when you have set a speed for cruise control.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow* Interval Indicator*	Comes on when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow* indicator comes on.	Each time you press the Interval button, the following interval (the interval behind a vehicle detected ahead of you) setting cycles through extra long, long, middle, and short following intervals.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Safety Support Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBS^TM, Low Speed Braking Control* or blind spot information system*.	Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.	Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit. Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Comes on if the Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBS^TM and Low Speed Braking Control* are deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected and then re-connected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Safety Support Indicator (Amber)	Comes on when the Road Departure Mitigation system and/or CMBS^TM shuts itself off.	Stays on - The temperature inside the camera is too high. Use the climate control system to cool down the camera. The system activates when the temperature inside the camera cools down.
	Safety Support Indicator (Amber)		Stays on - The area around the camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place and wipe the debris off with a soft cloth. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator and message are still displayed even after you have cleaned the area around the camera. It may come on when the ambient conditions are dark, such as when driving in a tunnel, or at night, dawn, or dusk.

Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
Safety Support Indicator (Amber)	Models with Low Speed Braking Control Comes on when mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of the sonar sensor.	Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of the sonar sensor.
Safety Support Indicator (Amber)	Models with blind spot information system Comes on when mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of the blind spot information system sensor. Comes on when the temperature of the blind spot information system sensor is high.	Comes on while driving - Something may be interfering with the blind spot information system sensor. Check the vicinity of the blind spot information system sensor and remove any obstacles. The system will return to normal when the temperature cools down.
Safety Support Indicator (Green/Gray)	Lights up in green when Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBS^TM, Low Speed Braking Control* and blind spot information system* are on. Lights up in green and gray when Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBS^TM, Low Speed Braking Control, blind spot information system or any two or three of these systems are off. Lights up in gray when Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBS^TM, Low Speed Braking Control* and blind spot information system* are off.

* Not available on all models

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