Interior features
Cup holder
Cups or small beverage cans may be
placed in the cup holders.
WARNING - Hot liquids • Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. If the hot liquid spills, you could be burned.
Such a burn to the driver could cause a loss of control of the vehicle.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of sudden stop or collision, do not place uncovered or insecure bottles, glasses, cans, etc., in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion.
Sunvisor
Use the sunvisor to shield direct light
through the front or side windows.
To use a sunvisor, pull it downward.
To use a sunvisor for a side window shade, pull it downward, unsnap it from the bracket (1) and swing it to the side.
To use the vanity mirror, pull down the visor and pull up the mirror cover.
NOTICE
Return the sunvisor to its original position
after use.
Power socket (if equipped) The power outlets are designed to provide power for mobile telephones or other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems. The devices should draw less than 10 amps with the engine running.
NOTICE
• Use the power outlet when the engine
is running, and remove a plug from
the power outlet after using the electric
appliance. Using the power outlet
excessively or while the engine is not
running or leaving appliances plugged
into the power outlet when not in use
will cause battery discharge
• Only use the electric appliances which
are less than 12V and 10A in electric
capacity.
• Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to the lowest operation level when you have to use the power socket while using air-conditioner or heater.
• Close the cover when not in use.
• Some electronic devices can cause electronic interference when plugged into a vehicle’s power outlet. These devices may cause excessive audio static and malfunctions in other electronic systems or devices used in your vehicle.
Digital clock (if equipped) Whenever the battery terminals or memory fuse are disconnected, you must reset the time.
When the ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position, the clock buttons operates
as follows:
• HOUR:
Pressing the “H” button with your finger,
a pencil or similar object will
advance the time displayed by one
hour.
• MINUTE:
Pressing the “M” button with your finger,
a pencil or similar object will
advance the time displayed by one
minute.
• RESET:
To clear away minutes, press the “R”
button with your finger, a pencil or similar
object. Then the clock will be set
precisely on the hour.
For example, if the “R” button is pressed while the time is between 9:01 and 9:29, the display will be reset to 9:00.
9:01 ~ 9:29 ➾ 9:00 9:30 ~ 9:59 ➾ 10:00
See also:
Steering wheel
Power steering
Power steering uses energy from the
engine to assist you in steering the vehicle.
If the engine is off or if the power
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Vehicle break-in process
No special break-in period is needed. By
following a few simple precautions for the
first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
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