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Owner’s Manuals 2018 Indicators

Indicators

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

U.S.

Canada

(Red)

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off if the parking brake has been released.
    Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released.
    Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the brake system.
    The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake not fully released.
    Comes on for about 15 seconds when you pull the electric parking brake switch while the ignition switch is in LOCK ( *1.
    Stays on for about 15 seconds when you turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( *1 while the electric parking brake is set.
    Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking brake is released. Check the brake fluid level.

2 What to do when the indicator comes on while driving P. 639

    Comes on along with the 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.

    Comes on along with the ABS indicator - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks P. 639

    Blinks and the 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.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On P. 640

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

80 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Comes on if there is a problem with a system related to braking other than the conventional brake system.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the electric parking brake system or the automatic brake hold system.
    Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Comes on while driving - Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

U.S.

U.S.

Canada

(Amber)

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)

Canada
    Comes on if there is a problem with the radar sensor.
    Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.
    Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 451
    Comes on if the parking brake and brake 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.

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

U.S.

Canada

Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Comes on when the automatic brake hold system is on.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 528

Automatic Brake Hold Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Comes on when the automatic brake hold is activated.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 528

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

82 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Low Oil Pressure Indicator
    Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, and goes off when the engine starts.
    Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
    Comes on while driving - Immediately stop in a safe place.

2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On P. 637

Malfunction Indicator Lamp
    Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, and goes off when the engine starts, or after several seconds if the engine did not start. If “readiness codes” have not been set, it blinks five times before it goes off.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the emissions control system.
    Blinks when a misfire in the engine's cylinders is detected.
    Readiness codes are part of the on board diagnostics for the emissions control systems.

2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 658

    Comes on while driving - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place where there are no flammable objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes or more, and wait for it to cool down. Then, take your vehicle to a dealer.

2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Comes On or Blinks P. 638

Charging System Indicator
    Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, and goes off when the engine starts.
    Comes on when the battery is not charging.
    Comes on while driving - Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger in order to reduce electricity consumption.

2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 637

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Shift Lever Position Indicator
    Indicates the current shift lever position.

2 Shifting P. 469

Transmission Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    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.

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
    Comes on and the beeper sounds if you are not wearing a seat belt when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1.
    If the front passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the indicator comes on a few seconds later.
    Blinks while driving if either you or the front 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 front passenger fasten their seat belts.
    Stays on after you or the front passenger has fastened the seat belt

- A detection error may have occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Seat Belt Reminder P. 42

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

84 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Low Fuel Indicator
    Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 2.1

U.S. gal/8.0 liter left).

    Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge.
    Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.
    Blinks - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    If it comes on at any other time, 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.

2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 530

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    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 or does not come on at all - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

* Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Blinks when VSA® is active.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA® system or hill start assist system.
    Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System P. 509

    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.

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

86 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Comes on when you partially disable VSA®.

2 VSA® On and Off P. 510

    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.

Door Open Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds if you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w*1, then goes off.

    Comes on if any door is not completely closed.
    The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if any door is opened while driving.
    Goes off when all doors are closed.

—

Tailgate Open Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds if you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w*1, then goes off.

    Comes on if the tailgate is not completely closed.
    The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if tailgate is opened while driving.
    Goes off when the tailgate is closed.

—

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

88 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    May come on briefly if the ignition switch is turned to ON (w*1 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.

2 TPMS Calibration P. 518

    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, 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.

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

* Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

System Message Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the driver information interface appears at the same time.
    While the indicator is on, press the (display/information) button to see the message again.
    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.
    The driver information interface does not return to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the button is pressed.

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Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
    Blink when you operate the turn signal lever.
    Blinks along with all turn signals when you press the hazard warning button.
    Does not blink or blinks rapidly

2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 590

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High Beam Indicator
    Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.

—

—

Auto High-beam System Indicator*
    Comes on when all the operating conditions of the Auto high-beam system are met.

2 Auto High-Beam System* P. 181

—

Lights On Indicator
    Comes on whenever the light switch is on, or in AUTO* when the exterior lights are on.
    If you remove the key from the ignition switch*1 while the exterior lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver's door is opened.

—

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

90 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Indicator

Fog Light Indicator*
    Comes on when the fog lights are on.

—

—

Immobilizer System Indicator
    Blinks if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information.
    Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Depress the brake pedal, then turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( *1. Pull the key out*2, and then insert the key and turn it to ON (w*1 again.
    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 without smart entry system

Models with smart entry system

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2:Canadian models only: Apply and hold the brake pedal before turning the ignition on.

* Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Indicator

Security System Alarm Indicator
    Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.

2 Security System Alarm* P. 161

—

Blind spot information (BSI) Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.
    Stays on while BSI is turned off.

—

    Comes on when mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of sensor.
    Comes on while driving - Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of sensor.

2 Blind spot information (BSI) System*

P. 512

    Comes on if there is a problem with the system.
    Comes on while driving - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2:Canadian models only: Apply and hold the brake pedal before turning the ignition on.

92 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

ECON Mode Indicator
    Comes on when you press the

ECON button.

2 ECON Button P. 471

CRUISE MAIN

Indicator*
    Comes on when you press the

CRUISE button.

2 Cruise Control* P. 475

—

CRUISE CONTROL

Indicator*
    Comes on if you have set a speed for cruise control.

2 Cruise Control* P. 475

—

Maintenance Minder Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Comes on when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.

2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 559

—

Transmission Temperature Indicator*
    Comes on when the transmission fluid temperature is too high.
    Stop in a safe place and move the shift position to ( .

—

Power Reduced Indicator*
    Comes on if there is a problem with the shutter grill, and the radiator coolant temperature is too high.
    Power output will be reduced, so you may not be able to accelerate or maintain your current speed. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

—

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

* Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Brake Depressing Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.

Electric Parking Brake System

    Blinks when the electric parking brake switch is pressed without depressing the brake pedal while the electric parking brake is in operation.
    Blinks while driving - Press the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

2 Parking Brake P. 524

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Automatic Brake Hold System

    Blinks when the automatic brake hold button is pressed without depressing the brake pedal while the automatic brake hold is in operation.
    Blinks if the automatic brake hold is automatically canceled while it is in operation. The beeper sounds.
    Blinks while driving - Press the automatic brake hold button with the brake pedal depressed.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 528

    Immediately depress the brake pedal.

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Starter System Indicator*
    Comes on if the starter system has a problem.
    As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for up to 15 seconds while pressing the brake pedal and manually start the engine. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

—

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

94 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

All-wheel drive (AWD)

Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1, then goes off.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the AWD system.
    Blinks when the differential temperature is too high.
    Stays on constantly - The engine drives the front wheels only in this state. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

—
    Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place, change to ( , and idle the engine until the indicator goes off. If the indicator does not stop blinking, take your vehicle to a dealer.

2 Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM* P. 517

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Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the RDM 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.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 451
    Comes on if the RDM 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.

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

* Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Indicator*
    Comes on when the RDM system shuts itself off.
    Indicator may come on temporarily when passing through an enclosed space, such as tunnel.
    The area around the radar sensor is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator does not go off even after you cleaned the radar sensor.

2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)* P. 532

    Comes on when the RDM system 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.

2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 479

96 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Indicator *
    Comes on when the RDM system shuts itself off.
    Stays on - The area around the camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator and message come back on after you cleaned the area around the camera.

2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 479

* Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator (Amber)*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.
    Comes on if there is a problem with ACC with LSF.
    Comes on while driving - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

    Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.
    ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.
    Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 451

    Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Comes on if anything covers the radar sensor cover and prevents the sensor from detecting a vehicle in front.
    May come on when driving in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)
    ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.
    When the radar sensor gets dirty, stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe off dirt using a soft cloth.
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator does not go off even after you clean the sensor cover.

    Comes on if the ACC with LSF 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.

98 * Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator (Green)*
    Comes on when you press the

MAIN button.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) * P. 481

—
    Comes on when ACC with LSF is in operation, but the temperature inside the front sensor camera is too high. ACC with LSF cancels automatically. The beeper sounds simultaneously.
    Use the climate control system to cool down the camera.
    Goes off - The camera has been cooled down. Pressing the MAIN button can resume the system.

2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 479

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) * P. 481

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the LKAS.
    Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

* Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Green)*
    Comes on when you press the

MAIN button.

2 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*

P. 501

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    Comes on when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS button is pressed, but the temperature inside the front sensor camera is too high. The LKAS cancels automatically. The beeper sounds simultaneously.
    Use the climate control system to cool down the camera.
    Goes off - The camera has cooled down and the system is working normally.

2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 479

    Comes on when the area around the camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.
    May come on when driving in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator and message come back on after you cleaned the area around the camera.

    Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)

Indicator*
    Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.
    Comes on when you deactivate the CMBSTM. A driver information interface message appears for five seconds.
    Comes on if there is a problem with the CMBSTM.
    Stays on constantly without the CMBSTM off - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)* P. 532

    Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.
    Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 451
    Comes on if the CMBSTM 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.

    Comes on when the CMBSTM system shuts itself off.
    Stays on - The area around the camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.

2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 479

    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator does not go off even after you cleaned the camera.

2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)* P. 532

    Not available on all models

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Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message*

Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)

Indicator*
    Comes on when the CMBSTM system 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.

2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 479

    Indicator may come on temporarily when passing through an enclosed space, such as tunnel.

- The area around the radar sensor is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.

    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator does not go off even after you clean the sensor cover.

2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)* P. 532

    Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuInformation Display Warning and Information Messages*

The following messages appear only on the information display.

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery.
    Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages *

The following messages appear only on the driver information interface. Press the (display/information) button to see the message again with the system message indicator on.

Message

Condition

Explanation
    Appears if any door or the tailgate is not completely closed.
    Appears if any door or the tailgate is opened while driving. The beeper sounds.
    Goes off when all doors and the tailgate are closed.

Canadian models
    Appears if there is a problem with the shutter grill, and the radiator coolant temperature is too high.
    Power output will be reduced, so you may not be able to accelerate or maintain your current speed. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Appears when the washer fluid gets low.
    Refill the washer fluid.

2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 585
    Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.
    Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and

Maintenance Past Due follow.

2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver Information Interface P. 565

    Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets abnormally high.

2 Overheating P. 633

    Appears when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w*1 without fastening the driver's seat belt.
    Fasten the seat belt properly before you start to drive.
    Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery.
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Checking the Battery P. 606
    Appears along with the battery charging system indicator when the battery is not charging.
    Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger to reduce electricity consumption.

2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 637

    Appears if the automatic brake hold is automatically canceled while it is in operation.
    Immediately depress the brake pedal.

    Appears when the automatic brake hold system is turned off.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 528

    Appears when the automatic brake hold button is pressed without wearing the driver's seat belt.
    Fasten the driver's seat belt.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 528

    Appears when the automatic brake hold button is pressed without depressing the brake pedal while the automatic brake hold is in operation.
    Press the automatic brake hold button with the brake pedal depressed.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 528

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages *

Message

Condition

Explanation
    Appears when the parking brake is applied automatically while it is in operation.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 528

2 Parking Brake P. 524
    Appears when the electric parking brake switch is pressed without depressing the brake pedal while the electric parking brake is in operation.
    Appears while driving - Press the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

2 Parking Brake P. 524
    Appears if there is something wrong with the vehicle while you are driving.
    Immediately stop in a safe place.
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Appears if the shift position cannot be changed to

( due to a problem with the vehicle.
    Apply the parking brake once you have stopped.

2 Parking Brake P. 524

    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*

Models without smart entry system

Message

Condition

Explanation
    Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in ACCESSORY (q.
    Turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( , then remove the key.
    Appears when the ignition key is turned to ACCESSORY (q from ON (w. (The driver's door is closed.)

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    Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in LOCK ( .
    Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Models with smart entry system

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Appears after you set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON.

2 Starting the Engine P. 462

    Appears when the steering wheel is locked.
    Move the steering wheel left and right while pressing the

ENGINE START/STOP button.

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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages *

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Appears if you push the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn the engine off without the shift lever in ( .

U.S. models

    Move the shift lever to ( . The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.

Canadian models

    Move the shift lever to ( , then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice.

    Appears if you push the ENGINE START/STOP button and the parking brake is not activated or the shift lever is in (N position.
    Move the shift lever to ( position and start the engine.

    Appears when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.

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    Appears after the driver's door is opened when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.
    Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice with your foot off the brake pedal to change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).

    Appears when you close the door with the power mode in ON without the smart entry remote inside the vehicle.
    Disappears when you bring the smart entry remote back inside the vehicle and close the door.

2 Smart Entry Remote Reminder P. 174

    Appears when the smart entry remote battery becomes weak.
    Replace the battery as soon as possible.

2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 608

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*

Message

Condition

Explanation

U.S.

Canada
    Appears if the smart entry remote battery is too weak to start the engine or the key is not within operating range to start the engine.

A beeper sounds six times.
    Bring the smart entry remote in front of the ENGINE START/STOP button to be touched with.

2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 627
    Appears when the starter system has a problem.
    As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for up to 15 seconds while pressing the brake pedal and manually start the engine.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the smart entry system or push button starting system.
    Appears constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Appears if the vehicle is being driven in a manner consistent with drowsy or inattentive driving.

2 Driver Attention Monitor P. 126

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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages *

Models with LED headlight

Message

Condition

Explanation
    Appears if there is a problem with the light control system.
    Appears while driving - Manually turn the lights on, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Appears if there is a problem with the headlights.
    Appears while driving - The headlights may not be on. When conditions allow you to drive safely, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*

Models with ACC with LSF

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Appears when ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.
    You can resume the set speed after the condition that caused ACC with LSF to cancel improves. Press the RES/

+ button.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Appears when the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too close while ACC with LSF is in operation.
    ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Appears when pressing the –/SET button while the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too close.
    ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Appears when the driver's seat belt is unfastened while your vehicle is automatically stopped by ACC with LSF.
    ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Appears when pressing the –/SET button while the driver's seat belt is unfastened.
    ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

* Not available on all models

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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages *

Models with ACC with LSF

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Appears when the vehicle in front of you starts moving while your vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with LSF.
    Either press the RES/+ button or –/SET button, or depress the accelerator pedal.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Appears when the shift lever is moved into any position other than (D or (S while ACC with LSF is in operation.
    ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Appears when pressing the –/SET button while the shift lever is in any position other than (D or (S.
    ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Appears when the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope while ACC with LSF is in operation.
    ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

    Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*

Models with ACC with LSF

Message

Condition

Explanation
    Appears when pressing the –/SET button while the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope.
    ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481
    Appears when the parking brake is applied automatically while ACC with LSF is in operation.
    ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

2 Parking Brake P. 524
    Appears when pressing the –/SET button while the parking brake is applied.
    ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481

2 Parking Brake P. 524
    Appears when pressing the –/SET button while the vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is depressed.
    ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481
    Appears if ACC with LSF is canceled while your vehicle is automatically stopped by ACC with LSF.
    Immediately depress the brake pedal.
    Not available on all models

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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages *

Models with ACC with LSF

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Flashes when the system senses a likely collision with a vehicle in front of you.
    Take the appropriate means to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change lanes, etc.)

2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*

P. 532

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)* P. 481
    Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*

Models with LKAS

Message

Condition

Explanation

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

    Appears when the vehicle is driving out of a detected line. The steering wheel vibrates rapidly.
    Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.

2 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System* P. 497

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System

    Appears when the vehicle is driving out of a detected lane.

When you selected Warning Only

    The steering wheel vibrates rapidly when the vehicle is drifting out of a detected lane.

When you selected Normal or Wide

    The steering wheel vibrates rapidly when the vehicle is drifting out of a detected line. The system also steers the vehicle to help you remain within your driving lane.
    Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.

2 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System* P. 497

    You can change the setting for the road departure mitigation system. Normal, Wide, and Warning Only can be selected.

2 Customized Features P. 351

    Blinks when you fail to steer the vehicle. The beeper sounds simultaneously.
    Operate the steering wheel to resume the LKAS.
    Not available on all models

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Models with remote engine starter

Models with power tail gate

Message

Condition

Explanation

U.S.

Canada
    Appears when there is a problem with the power tailgate system.
    Manually open or close the power tailgate.
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Models with Auto high-beam system

Message

Condition

Explanation
    Appears if there is a problem with the Auto high- beam system.
    Manually operate the headlight switch.
    If you are driving with the high-beam headlights when this happens, the headlights are changed to low beams.
    Appears when the area around the camera on the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, etc.
    Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.
    If the message does not disappear after cleaning the lens, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages*

Models with real time AWD with intelligent control systemTM

Message

Condition

Explanation

    Appears if there is a problem with the real time AWD with intelligent control systemTM.
    The engine drives the front wheels only in this state. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

    Appears when the differential temperature is too high.
    Stop in a safe place, put the transmission into ( , and idle the engine until the message disappears. If the message does not disappear, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM*

P. 517
    Not available on all models
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