Driving -> When Driving for your Honda CR-V 2022-2025
When Driving
Turning on the Power
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) comes on for 15 seconds
when you pull up the electric parking
brake switch.
1Turning on the Power
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the power system.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When turning on the power system in cold weather,
turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights,
climate control system, and rear defogger in order to
reduce 12V-battery drain.
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
2. Depress the brake pedal.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly coded device is used, the
power system does not activate.
2 Immobilizer System P. 178
When you set the power mode to ON, you may feel
as if the brake pedal is sinking down. This is normal.
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power
3. Without depressing the accelerator pedal,
press the POWER button while depressing
the brake pedal.
4. Check the READY indicator.
u Keep depressing the brake pedal until
the READY indicator comes on.
u The READY indicator comes on when
the power system is on and you can start
driving.
u If the outside temperature is extremely
low, you cannot drive until conditions are
improved. In this case, the READY
indicator does not come on and a
warning message appears on the driver
information interface.
1Turning on the Power
Bring the keyless remote close to the POWER button
if the battery in the keyless remote is weak.
2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
P. 645
The power system may not activate if the keyless
remote is subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the POWER button to start the power
system.
If the power system does not start, wait at least 30
seconds before trying again.
The engine may not run when the vehicle is ready for
driving.
You can start driving with the READY indicator on.
If you press the POWER button while depressing the
brake pedal with the READY indicator on, the power
mode is set to VEHICLE OFF and you cannot start
driving.
2 Driver Information Interface
Warning and Information Messages
P. 109
2 READY Indicator P. 93
Stopping the Power System
■
You can turn the power system off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Put the transmission into (P.
2. Press the POWER button.
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power
1Remote Engine Start
Remote Engine Start
■
You can remotely turn the power system on using the keyless remote.
3
WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic and can
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly
enclosed areas.
■ To turn the power system on
Press the
the
button, then press and hold
button.
Go within the range,
and try again.
Some exterior lights flash once.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.
Never use the remote engine starter with
the vehicle parked in a garage or other
areas with limited ventilation.
The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote engine start, check your
local laws.
If there are buildings and obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, the range will be reduced.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
Some exterior lights flash six
times if the power system
starts successfully.
Exterior lights will not flash
if the power system does
not start.
The power system is on for up to 10 minutes without you starting the vehicle.
To extend the time for another 10 minutes during the first 10 minutes, press the
button, then press and hold the
button.
u Some exterior lights flash six times if a 10-minute extension request was
transmitted successfully.
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power
■ To turn the power system off
1Remote Engine Start
The power system may not be turned on by the
remote engine start if:
• You have disabled a remote engine start setting
using the driver information interface* or audio/
information screen*.
Go within the range,
and try again.
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369
• The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The transmission is in a position other than (P.
• The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is
unlocked.
The power system will not be turned off.
• You have already used the remote twice to turn the
power system on.
• Another registered keyless remote is in the vehicle.
• The engine oil pressure is low.
• The engine coolant temperature is extremely high.
• The security system alarm is not set.
Press and hold the
button for one
second.
The exterior lights flash once if the power system off successfully.
1To turn the power system off
The power system may be turned off while it is on if:
• You do not start the vehicle within 10 minutes of
turning the power system on with the button on
the keyless remote.
• The power system is turned off by using the keyless
remote.
• The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
• The hood is open.
• The transmission is in a position other than (P.
• The engine coolant temperature is extremely high.
• The engine oil pressure is low.
• The Malfunction Indicator Lamp comes on if there
is a problem with the emissions control systems.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power
1Remote Engine Start
While the power system is on, the vehicle will
automatically precondition inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
• The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
When it is cold outside:
• The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
• The rear defogger and door mirror heaters* are
activated.
• The seat and heated steering wheel are activated*
2 Heated Steering Wheel* P. 233
2 Seat Heaters* P. 234
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power
1Starting to Drive
Starting to Drive
When the power system is turned on using the
■
When the power system is turned on using the
button on the keyless remote
button on the keyless remote
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal, then press the POWER button.
The power system is turned off when the
transmission is taken out of (P before the POWER
button is pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to
drive.
When the power system is turned on in any case
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, check that the READY indicator is on,
then put the transmission into (D. Select (R when reversing.
3. With the parking brake is applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the parking brake and brake system indicator (red) goes off.
2 Parking Brake P. 551
You can also release the parking brake by pressing
the electric parking brake switch while depressing the
brake pedal. When facing downhill, you can start
your vehicle more smoothly by manually releasing it
with the electric parking brake switch than by
releasing it with the accelerator pedal.
As a hybrid vehicle, the sounds and vibrations from
the engine may be absent even though the vehicle is
that you can start.
Make sure to check if the READY indicator is on
before you start to drive.
■ Hill start assist system
1Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged briefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into (D when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill, then
release the brake pedal.
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA® is
switched off.
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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Precautions While Driving
1Precautions While Driving
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■
NOTICE
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
Do not change the shift position while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
• Take corners at slower speeds than you would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way that you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on roof.
• Roof load capacity is 165 lbs (75 kg), available roof racks/carriers may have lower
capacities. Please check accessory's information (Honda accessory).
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
In Rain
■
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
Other Precautions
■
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
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uuWhen DrivinguTransmission
Transmission
1Precautions While Driving
Creeping
■
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering
and brake power assist functions will stop, making it
difficult to control the vehicle.
As with a conventional gasoline-powered vehicle with an automatic transmission,
this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Do not select (N while driving as you will lose
regenerative braking (and acceleration) performance.
Kickdown
■
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the vehicle
to react similar to an automatic transmission vehicle, unexpectedly increasing vehicle
speed. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and
curves.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
brake pads or rotors, to allow for proper break-in.
1Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result
in a crash or a rollover.
2 Important Handling Information P. 44
2 Precautions While Driving P. 475
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
Shifting
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.
1Shifting
3
WARNING
■ Shift button positions
The vehicle can roll away if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.
Park
Used when parking or turning the power
on or off.
Transmission is locked.
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in serious injury or death.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that (P is shown
on the shift position indicator.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
●
While the High Voltage battery level is full, or the
High Voltage battery temperature is low,
Used for normal driving.
●
The deceleration paddle selector can be
regenerative braking may become less effective.
used temporarily.
The deceleration paddle selector can be
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To prevent malfunction and unintended
engagement:
used when SPORT mode is on.
• Do not spill any liquids on or around shift buttons.
• Do not place or drop any objects on or around shift
buttons.
• Do not let passengers or children operate the shift
buttons.
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
■ (P (parking) button
(P Button
1Shifting
The shift position changes to (P when you
press the (P button while the vehicle is
parked with the power mode in ON.
The indicators on the sides of the (P button
come on.
The beeper sounds and the message appears on the
driver information interface when you depress the
accelerator pedal with the shift position in (N.
2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 109
Change the shift position to (D or (R with the brake
pedal depressed.
You may occasionally find that it takes longer than
usual for the vehicle to start moving when you select
(R, release the brake pedal, and/or depress the
accelerator pedal. This may occur when the High
Voltage battery level is extremely low, and does not
indicate a vehicle malfunction.
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
1Shift Operation
Shift Operation
■
NOTICE
When you change (D to (R and vice versa, come to
a complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed.
Operating the shift button before the vehicle has
come to a complete standstill can damage the
transmission.
Shift Position Indicator
(Transmission System Indicator)
Deceleration Paddle Selector
Indicator
Use the shift position indicator and the shift button
indicator to check the shift position before selecting a
shift button.
If the indicator of the currently selected shift position,
or all the shift position indicators are blinking
simultaneously, there is a problem with the
transmission.
Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
Press the (P button.
Press back the (R button.
Press the (N button.
Press the (D button.
When shifting positions in extremely low
temperatures (-22°F/-30°C), there may be a short
delay before the shift position is displayed. Always
confirm you are in the correct shift position before
driving.
The beeper sounds once when you change to (R.
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369
Shift Button
Indicator
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
■ When opening the driver’s door
1When opening the driver’s door
If you open the driver’s door under the following conditions, the shift position
automatically changes to (P.
While the system is designed to automatically change
the shift position to (P under the described
conditions, in the interest of safety you should always
select (P before opening the driver’s door.
Make sure to park the vehicle in a safe place.
2 When Stopped P. 559
• The vehicle is stationary with the power mode in ON, or moving at 1 mph (2 km/h)
or slower.
• The transmission is in other than (P.
• You have unfastened the driver side seat belt.
u If you manually change the shift position from (P with the brake pedal
depressed, the shift position will automatically return to (P once you release
the brake pedal.
If you want to drive the vehicle after the shift position
has automatically changed to (P under the described
conditions, close the door, fasten the seat belt,
depress the brake pedal, then change the shift
position.
■ When turning off the power mode
If you turn the power system off while the vehicle is stationary, and the transmission
is in other than (P, the shift position automatically changes to (P.
If you leave the vehicle, turn off the power system
and lock the doors.
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
■ If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode]
With the power system on:
1If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash
mode]
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. Press and release the (N button.
To keep the vehicle in (N position, you can also
follow this procedure:
While the power system is on, select (N, and then
within five seconds, press the POWER button.
u (N (Neutral) hold mode will appear on the driver information interface.
3. Press the (N button again and hold it for two seconds.
u The vehicle will enter car wash mode, which must be used when your vehicle
is pulled through a conveyor type automatic car wash where you or an
attendant do not remain in the vehicle.
Note that the transmission may not stay in (N
position while any of the following indicators is on:
• Transmission system indicator.
If you want to cancel car wash mode, select a position other than (N.
• Malfunction indicator lamp.
• Charging system indicator.
If the POWER button is pressed after car wash
mode has been activated, the power mode
will change to ACCESSORY and a message
will be displayed on the driver information
interface.
u For 15 minutes the transmission remains
in (N with the power mode will remain
in ACCESSORY. After that, the
transmission automatically changes to
(P.
u Manually changing to (P cancels
ACCESSORY mode. The (P indicator
comes on and the power mode changes
to OFF. You must always put the
transmission into (P when car wash
mode is no longer needed.
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
■ Restrictions on selecting a shift position
You cannot select a shift position under certain circumstances that may lead to a crash.
When the
transmission is in: circumstances:
1. Under these
2. If you try to change to 3. The shift position
How to change the
shift position
the following:
remains in/changes to:
The brake pedal is not
depressed.
(P
(N
(P
The accelerator pedal is
depressed.
Release the accelerator
pedal and depress the
brake pedal.
The vehicle is moving at low
speed without the brake pedal
depressed.
Other shift position
The vehicle is moving at low
speed with the accelerator
pedal depressed.
(N
(N or (D
(R or (N
The vehicle is moving forward.
The vehicle is moving backward.
The vehicle is moving.
(R
(D
(P
Park your vehicle in a
safe place.
(R, (N, or (D
Make sure that the
READY indicator
comes on.
A shift position other than
(P or (N
(P or (N
The READY indicator is not on.
(P or (N
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uuWhen DrivinguSPORT Mode
SPORT Mode
SPORT Mode Indicator
SPORT Button
To turn the SPORT mode on and off, press the SPORT button.
The SPORT mode increases engine performance and handling.
This mode is not recommended for fuel economy enhancement, but suitable for
driving on hills or through curves on mountain roads.
The SPORT mode is turned off every time you turn on the power system, even if you
turned it on the last time you drove the vehicle.
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uuWhen DrivinguDeceleration Paddle Selector
Deceleration Paddle Selector
When you release the accelerator pedal, you can control the rate of deceleration
without removing your hands from the steering wheel. Using the deceleration
paddle selector situated on the steering wheel, you can sequentially shift through
four stages of deceleration.
When descending a hill, you can use the deceleration paddle selector to help
maintain the rate of deceleration, thereby allowing you to keep a safe distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.
1Deceleration Paddle Selector
3
CAUTION
Rapidly increasing the deceleration rate by
quickly shifting the deceleration paddle
selector can cause the tires to skid, resulting
in a crash that could injure or kill someone.
The default deceleration stage is . Each
paddle selector operation makes a single
stage deceleration change.
Decrease
Always maintain a reasonable rate of
deceleration.
u The deceleration stage may not change if
Deceleration
Stage
If you are descending a hill when you select stage
the vehicle may enter stage
,
you keep the paddle selector pulled
back.
.
If you pull back right and left paddle selector at the
same time, the deceleration stage may not change.
Increase
To select the different stages of deceleration:
• Pull back the (+ selector (right side) to decrease the deceleration stage.
• Pull back the (- selector (left side) to increase the deceleration stage.
Pull the (+ selector for a few seconds when you want to cancel the deceleration
paddle selector.
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uuWhen DrivinguDeceleration Paddle Selector
1Deceleration Paddle Selector
When to use
In the following situations, the stage may not change
and the stage icon will blink even if you pull back the
selector. The deceleration stage may decrease or
cancel automatically:
• The High Voltage battery is fully charged or its
temperature is too cold or too hot.
Shift position is in (D
Deceleration Stage
When SPORT mode is
OFF, the deceleration
stage appears.
When SPORT mode is
ON, the deceleration
stage and M appear.
• The speed of the vehicle is beyond the deceleration
range with SPORT mode off.
• Hybrid system protection is needed.
• The paddle selector is operated while your vehicle
is stopped automatically by ACC with Low Speed
Follow.
If either paddle selector is operated, ACC with Low
Speed Follow will cancel automatically.
Paddle Selector
Increase the deceleration stage
when pulling the (- paddle
selector (left side)
Decrease the deceleration stage
when pulling the (+ paddle
selector (right side)
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uuWhen DrivinguDeceleration Paddle Selector
■ When SPORT mode is OFF
If you pull back the paddle selector, the rate of deceleration will change temporarily,
and the stage will appear in the driver information interface.
When you want to cancel the deceleration paddle selector, pull the (+ selector
(right side) for a few seconds.
The deceleration paddle selector will cancel automatically and deceleration stage in
the driver information interface disappear when you drive with constant speed,
situations of acceleration and decelerate just before stopping your vehicle.
■ When SPORT mode is ON
If you pull back the paddle selector, the rate of deceleration will change and the
stage along with M will appear in the driver information interface. The deceleration
stage will not cancel automatically while SPORT mode is ON.
When you want to cancel the deceleration paddle selector, turn the SPORT mode
OFF, or pull the (+ selector (right side) for a few seconds. When canceled,
deceleration stage in the driver information interface disappears.
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uuWhen DrivinguECON Mode
ECON Mode
1ECON Mode
While in ECON mode, the climate control system has
greater temperature fluctuation.
The ECON button turns the ECON mode on and off.
The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by adjusting the
performance of the climate control system and the accelerator pedal response.
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uuWhen DrivinguAcoustic Vehicle Alerting System
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
Alerts pedestrians when the vehicle transmission is in a position other than (P and
is traveling at speeds of 22 mph (36 km/h) or less.
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Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System
VSA® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
1Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
The VSA® may not function properly if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.
VSA® Operation
When the VSA® system indicator comes on and stays on
while driving, there may be a problem with the system.
While this may not interfere with normal driving, have
your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
■
When VSA® activates, you may notice that the
engine and motor do not respond to the
accelerator. You may also notice some noise
from the hydraulic brake system. You will also
see the indicator blink.
VSA® System
Indicator
VSA® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the entire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and always leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA® system is generally
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation
(RDM), Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) system,
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF, low tire
pressure/TPMS, Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM), and Parking Brake and Brake System
(Amber) may come on along with a message in the
Driver Information Interface after reconnecting the
12V-battery. 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.
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uuWhen DrivinguVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
1Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control
VSA® On and Off
■
(ESC), System
This button is on the driver side control panel.
To partially disable VSA® functionality/
features, press and hold it until you hear a
beep.
In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets
stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA® temporarily switched off.
When the
button is pressed, the traction control
function becomes less effective. This allows for the
wheels to spin more freely at low speed. You should
only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA® off if
you are not able to free it when the VSA® is on.
Your vehicle will have normal braking and
cornering ability, but traction control function
will be less effective.
VSA® OFF Indicator
To restore VSA® functionality/features, press
Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be sure to
switch VSA® on again. We do not recommend driving
your vehicle with the VSA® system switched off.
the
(VSA® OFF) button until you hear a
beep.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediately after turning the power
system on or while driving. This is normal.
VSA® is turned on every time you turn the
power system on, even if you turned it off the
last time you drove the vehicle.
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uuWhen DrivinguAgile Handling Assist
Agile Handling Assist
Lightly brakes each of the front and rear wheels, as needed, when you turn the
steering wheel, and helps support the vehicle’s stability and performance during
cornering.
1Agile Handling Assist
The agile handling assist cannot enhance stability in
all driving situations. You still need to drive and
corner at speeds appropriate for the conditions and
always leave a sufficient margin of safety.
When the VSA® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, the agile handling assist does not
activate.
You may hear a sound coming from the engine
compartment while the agile handling assist is
activated. This is normal.
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uuWhen DrivinguReal Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM
Your vehicle is equipped with the AWD system. When the system senses a loss of
front wheel traction, it automatically transfers some power to the rear wheels. This
allows you to utilize all available traction and may increase mobility.
1Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM
NOTICE
Do not continuously spin the front tires of your
vehicle. Continuously spinning the front tires can
cause transmission or rear differential damage.
You still need to exercise the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking
that you would in a two wheel drive vehicle.
The AWD system may not function properly if tire
type and size are mixed. Make sure to use the same
size and type of tire, and the air pressures as
specified.
If you excessively spin all four wheels and overheat the AWD system, only the front
wheels receive power. Stop until the system cools down.
2 Tire and Wheel Replacement P. 612
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Instead of directly measuring the pressure in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle
monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each
wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are
significantly under-inflated.
The system does not monitor the tires when driving
at low speed.
Conditions such as low ambient temperature and
altitude change directly affect tire pressure and can
trigger the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come on.
This will cause the low tire pressure/TPMS
indicator to come on and a message to appear
on the driver information interface.
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS indicator
Tire pressure checked and inflated in:
• Warm weather can become under-inflated in
colder weather.
• Cold weather can become overinflated in warmer
weather.
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will not come
on as a result of overinflation.
The TPMS may not function properly if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 606
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
with a delay or may not come on at all when:
• You rapidly accelerate, decelerate, or turn the
steering wheel.
• You drive on snowy or slippery roads.
• Tire chains are used.
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
under the following conditions:
• There is a heavier and uneven load on the tires,
such as when towing a trailer, than the condition at
calibration.
• Tire chains are used.
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation
(RDM), Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) system,
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF, low tire
pressure/TPMS, Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM), and Parking Brake and Brake System
12V-battery. 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.
1TPMS Calibration
TPMS Calibration
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:
• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.
• Rotate the tires.
■
The calibration process requires approximately 30
minutes of cumulative driving at speeds between 30-
65 mph (48-105 km/h).
During this period, if the ignition is turned on and the
vehicle is not moved within 45 seconds, you may
notice the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on
briefly. This is normal and indicates that the
calibration process is not yet complete.
• Replace one or more tires.
Before calibrating the TPMS:
• Set the cold tire pressure in all four tires.
2 Checking Tires P. 606
If the tire chains are installed, remove them before
calibrating the TPMS.
Make sure:
• The vehicle is at a complete stop.
• Change the shift position to (P.
• The power mode is in ON.
If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on even
when the properly inflated specified regular tires are
installed, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
We recommend that the tires be replaced with the
same brand, model, and size as the originals. Ask a
dealer for details.
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Models with color audio system
You can calibrate the system from the
customized features on the driver information
interface.
1. Press the
then
/
button to select
Vehicle Settings, then press the ENTER
button.
u TPMS Calibration appears on the
display.
2. Press the ENTER button.
u The display switches to the
customization setup screen, where you
can select Cancel or Calibrate.
3
4
3. Press the
/
button and select
Calibrate, then press the ENTER button.
u Calibration Started screen appears,
then the display returns to the
customization menu screen.
• If the Calibration Failed to Start message
appears, repeat steps 2-3.
• The calibration process finishes
automatically.
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Models with Display Audio
You can calibrate the system from the
customized feature on the audio/information
screen.
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Select
.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select Vehicle.
5. Select TPMS Calibration.
6. Select Cancel or Calibrate.
u When the calibration is complete, the
display returns to the customization
menu screen.
• If the Unable to initialize TPMS. message
appears, repeat step 6.
• The calibration process finishes
automatically.
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required
Federal Explanation
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard
or tire inflation pressure label.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with
a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low
tire pressure telltale
when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's
handling and stopping ability.
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the
telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.
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uuWhen DrivinguBlind spot information System*
Blind spot information System*
1Blind spot information System*
Is designed to detect vehicles in specified alert zones adjacent to your vehicle,
particularly in harder to see areas commonly known as “blind spots.”
3
WARNING
When the system detects vehicles approaching from behind in adjacent lanes, the
appropriate indicator comes on for a few seconds, providing assistance when you
change lanes.
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to
change lanes before doing so may result in
a crash and serious injury or death.
Do not rely only on the blind spot
information system when changing lanes.
■ How the system works
Always look in your mirrors, to either side
of your vehicle, and behind you for other
vehicles before changing lanes.
●
The transmission is in (D.
Your vehicle speed is
between 20 mph (32 km/h)
●
Radar Sensors:
underneath the
rear bumper
corners
and 100 mph (160 km/h)
Important Safety Reminder
Alert Zone
Like all assistance systems, blind spot information
system has limitations. Overreliance on blind spot
information system may result in a collision.
Alert zone range
A
A: Approx. 1.6 ft. (0.5 m)
B: Approx. 10 ft. (3 m)
C: Approx. 10 ft. (3 m)
B
The system is for your convenience only. Even if an
object is within the alert zone, the following
situations may occur.
C
• The blind spot information system alert indicator
may not come on due to obstruction (splashes,
etc.) even without the Blind Spot Info Not
Available driver information interface appearing.
• The blind spot information system alert indicator
may come on even with the message appearing.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen DrivinguBlind spot information System*
1Blind spot information System*
■ When the system detects a vehicle
The blind spot information system alert indicator may
not come on under the following conditions:
Blind spot information System Alert Indicator:
Located on the outside rearview mirror on
both sides.
Comes On
Blinks
• A vehicle does not stay in the alert zone for more
than two seconds.
■ Comes on when:
• A vehicle is parked in a side lane.
●
A vehicle enters the alert zone from behind
• The speed difference between your vehicle and the
vehicle you are passing is greater than 6 mph (10
km/h).
• An object not detected by the radar sensors
approaches or passes your vehicle.
to overtake you with a speed difference of
no more than 31 mph (50 km/h) from your
vehicle.
●
You pass a vehicle with a speed difference
of no more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
• A vehicle running in the adjacent lane is a
motorcycle or other small vehicle.
■ Blinks and the beeper sounds when:
You move the turn signal lever in the direction
of the detected vehicle. The beeper sounds
three times.
You can change the setting for the blind spot
information system.
2 Customized Features P. 369
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen DrivinguBlind spot information System*
1Blind spot information System*
Blind spot information system may be adversely
affected when:
• Objects (guard rails, poles, trees, etc.) are detected.
• An object that does not reflect radio waves well,
such as a motorcycle, is in the alert zone.
• Driving on a curved road.
• A vehicle is moving from a far lane to the adjacent
lane.
• The system picks up external electrical interference.
• The rear bumper or the sensors have been
improperly repaired or the rear bumper has been
deformed.
• The orientation of the sensors has been changed.
• In bad weather (Heavy rain, snow, and fog).
• Making a turn at an intersection.
• Driving on a bumpy road.
• Making a short turn that slightly tilts the vehicle.
For proper blind spot information system operation:
• Always keep the rear bumper corner area clean.
• Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with
labels or stickers of any kind.
• Take your vehicle to a dealer if you need the rear
bumper corner area or the radar sensors to be
repaired, or the rear bumper corner area is strongly
impacted.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen DrivinguHigh Voltage Battery
High Voltage Battery
The High Voltage battery gradually discharges even if the vehicle is not in use. As a
result, if your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time, the battery charge
level will become low. Extended periods of time at a low state of charge will shorten
battery life. To maintain the battery state of charge, drive your vehicle for more than
30 minutes at least once every three months.
1High Voltage Battery
Be careful not to let the High Voltage battery drain
too much. If the battery level becomes close to zero,
it will make it impossible to start the engine.
Extreme high temperatures can affect the battery life. You can minimize the effects
by parking the vehicle in the shade during the summer.
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