Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is in (P).
If you open the driver’s door when the key is in LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (1), a warning buzzer will sound to remind you to take the key out.
If the key won’t turn from LOCK (0) to ACCESSORY (1), turn the key while moving the steering wheel left and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the key to turn.
ENGINE START/STOP Button
Changing the Power Mode
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the smart entry remote is inside the vehicle. The engine may also run if the smart entry remote is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the vehicle.
ON mode: Indicator in the button is off, if the engine is running.
If the smart entry remote battery is weak, beeper sounds and the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON message appears on the information display.
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON when you get out.
* Not available on all models
Automatic Power Off
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the shift lever in (P) and the power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automatically goes into the mode similar to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid the battery drain.
When in this mode: The steering wheel does not lock.
You cannot lock or unlock doors with the remote transmitter or the smart entry system.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
Power Mode Reminder
If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning beep sounds.
Smart Entry Remote Reminder
Warning buzzers may sound from inside or/ and outside the vehicle to remind you that the smart entry remote is out of the vehicle. If the buzzer continues even after the remote is put back inside, place it to be within its operational range.
When the power mode is in ON
If the smart entry remote is taken out of the vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, warning buzzers sound from both inside and outside the vehicle. A warning message on the information display notifies the driver inside that the remote is out.
When the power mode is in ACCESSORY
If the smart entry remote is taken out of the vehicle, and all the doors are closed, a warning buzzer sounds from outside the vehicle.
When the smart entry remote is within the system’s operational range, and the driver’s door is closed, the warning function cancels.
If the smart entry remote is taken out of the vehicle after the engine has been started, you can no longer change the ENGINE START/STOP button mode or restart the engine. Always make sure if the remote is in your vehicle when you operate the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Removing the smart entry remote from the vehicle through a window does not activate the warning buzzer.
Do not put the smart entry remote on the dashboard or in the glove box. It may cause the warning buzzer to go off. Under some other conditions that can prevent the vehicle from locating the remote, the warning buzzer may also go off even if the remote is within the system’s operational range.
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison
| Ignition Switch Position | LOCK (0) (with/without the key) | ACCESSORY (I) | ON (II) | START (III) |
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| Power Mode | VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) | ACCESSORY | ON | START |
| With Smart Entry System and ENGINE START/STOP Button |
Indicator-Off
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Indicator-On or blinking
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IndicatorOn (engine is turned off) Off (engine is running)
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Indicator-Off
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Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the ignition switch is in ON (2)*1.
One-touch turn signal
When you lightly push up or down and release the turn signal lever, the exterior turn signals and turn signal indicator blink three times.
This feature can be used when signaling for a lane change.
Light Switches
Manual Operation
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on and off, regardless of the position of the ignition switch*1.
High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.
Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to return to low beams
Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
If you remove the key from the ignition switch or leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) while the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened.
When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the instrument panel will be on.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off because it will cause the battery to discharge.
If you sense that the level of the headlights is abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Automatic Lighting Control
Automatic lighting control can be used when the ignition switch is in ON (2)*1.
When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the headlights and other exterior lights will switch on and off automatically depending on the ambient brightness.
Models with audio/information screen
You can change the auto light sensitivity setting.
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below. Do not cover this light sensor with anything; otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not work properly
Adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
* Not available on all models
Automatic Lighting Off Feature
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off 15 seconds after you remove the key or set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), take the remote with you, and close the driver’s door.
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1 with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes, if the switch is in the AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the driver’s door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
* Not available on all models
Fog Lights
When the low beam headlights are on, turn the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the instrument panel will be on. They go off when the headlights turn off, or when the daytime running lights are on.
Daytime Running Lights
The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following conditions have been met:
- The ignition switch is in ON (2)*1.
- The headlight switch is off, or in
. - The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition switch or setting the power mode to VEHICLE OFF will turn off the daytime running lights.
The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight switch is turned on.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.