Get Driving -> When Driving Guide for Honda CR-V SUV Fourth Generation (2011-2015)

When Driving

Models without smart entry system

Starting the Engine

1Starting the Engine

1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.

Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when

starting the engine.

The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in

thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400

meters).

When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all

electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and

cooling system^*/climate control system^*, and rear

defogger in order to reduce battery drain.

2. Check that the shift lever is in (P, then

depress the brake pedal.

u Although it is possible to start the vehicle

Brake Pedal

If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,

an engine block heater will improve starting and

warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently

below −22°F (−30°C) are expected, the coolant

mixture should be changed to a higher concentration

to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.

in (N, it is safer to start it in (P

.

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.

3. Turn the ignition switch to START (e

without depressing the accelerator pedal.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine

1Starting the Engine

Starting to Drive

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Do not hold the key in START (e for more than 15

seconds.

1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that

the parking brake indicator has gone off.

•

If the engine does not start right away, wait for at

least 10 seconds before trying again.

If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,

wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3

while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.

Release the accelerator pedal once the engine

starts.

2 Parking Brake P. 405

•

2. Put the shift lever in (D. Select (R when reversing.

3. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull

away.

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Hill 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.

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from

theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is

used, the engine's fuel system is disabled.

2 Immobilizer System P. 147

Move the shift lever to (D or (S when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,

then release the brake pedal.

1Hill start assist system

Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from

rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and

does 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 DrivinguStarting the Engine

Models with smart entry system

Starting the Engine

1Starting the Engine

1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.

Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when

starting the engine.

The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in

thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400

meters).

When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all

electrical accessories such as the lights, climate

control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce

battery drain.

2. Check that the shift lever is in (P, then

depress the brake pedal.

u Although it is possible to start the vehicle

If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,

an engine block heater will improve starting and

warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently

below −22°F (−30°C) are expected, the coolant

mixture should be changed to a higher concentration

to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.

in (N, it is safer to start it in (P

.

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 engine’s

fuel system is disabled.

2 Immobilizer System P. 147

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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine

3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button

1Starting the Engine

without depressing the accelerator pedal.

Bring the smart entry remote close to the ENGINE

START/STOP button if the battery in the smart entry

remote is weak.

2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

P. 492

The engine may not start if the smart entry remote is

subjected to strong radio waves.

Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to

start the engine.

If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds

before trying again.

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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

■

You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.

1. Shift to (P

.

2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.

Starting to Drive

■

1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that

the parking brake indicator has gone off.

2 Parking Brake P. 405

2. Put the shift lever in (D. Select (R when reversing.

3. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull

away.

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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine

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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.

Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from

rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and

does not operate on small inclines.

Move the shift lever to (D

downhill, then release the brake pedal.

, (S, or (L when facing uphill, or (R when facing

Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking

brake.

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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 operate the shift lever 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.

• Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Honda

accessory).

NOTICE

If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an

extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on

the full left or right position for a while, the 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.

Repeated operation under these conditions can

eventually damage the system.

In Rain

■

Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,

driveline, or cause electrical component failure.

Other Precautions

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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 DrivinguContinuously Variable Transmission

1Precautions While Driving

Continuously Variable Transmission

Creeping

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If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY (q or

LOCK (0^*1while driving, the engine will shut down

and all steering and brake power assist functions will

stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.

The engine runs at a higher idle speed and creeping increases.

Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.

Kickdown

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Do not put the shift lever in (N, as you will lose

Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the

transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress

the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.

engine braking (and acceleration) performance.

During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,

avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so

as to not damage the engine or powertrain.

Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).

You should also follow this when the brake pads are

replaced.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an

ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition

switch.

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. 30

2 Precautions While Driving P. 366

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uuWhen DrivinguShifting

Shifting

Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.

1Shifting

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Shift lever positions

You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0^*1

and remove the key unless the shift lever is in (P

.

The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in

(N while the engine is cold.

Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary,

apply the parking brake.

Park

Used when parking or starting the engine

Reverse

Used when reversing

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an

ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition

switch.

Neutral

Used when idling

Drive

Used for normal driving

Drive (S)

Used:

●

For better acceleration

To increase engine braking

When going up or down hills

●

Release Button

●

Low

●

Used to further increase engine braking

Used when going up or down hills

●

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uuWhen DrivinguShifting

1Shift Lever Operation

Shift Lever Operation

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NOTICE

When you change the shift lever from (D to (R and

vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the

brake pedal depressed.

Tachometer's red zone

Operating the shift lever before the vehicle has come

to a complete standstill can damage the transmission.

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Use the shift lever position indicator to check the

lever position before pulling away.

If the transmission indicator (D blinks when driving,

in any shift position, there is a problem with the

transmission.

Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission

checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

The fuel supply may be cut off if you drive at engine

speeds in or over the tachometer's red zone (engine

speed limit). If this happens, you may experience a

slight jolt.

Depress the brake pedal and press the

shift lever release button to shift.

Shift without pressing the shift lever

release button.

It may not be possible to operate the shift lever if the

brake pedal is applied while the shift lever release

button is held down.

Press the shift lever release button

and shift.

Depress the brake pedal first.

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uuWhen DrivinguECON Button

ECON Button

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

engine, transmission, air conditioning system,

and cruise control.

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uuWhen DrivinguCruise Control^*

Cruise Control^*

Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the

accelerator pedal. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can

travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.

1Cruise Control^*

3

WARNING

Improper use of the cruise control can lead

to a crash.

When to use

■

Vehicle speed for cruise control:

Desired speed in a range above

roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~

Always keep sufficient distance

between you and the vehicle in

front of you.

Use the cruise control only when traveling

on open highways in good weather.

■

Shift positions for cruise control:

In (D or (S

It may not be possible to maintain a constant speed

when driving uphill or downhill.

When not using cruise control:

Turn off cruise control by pressing the CRUISE

button.

How to use

CRUISE MAIN is on in the

instrument panel.

Cruise control is ready to use.

While in the ECON mode, it may take relatively more

time to accelerate to maintain the set speed.

■

Press the CRUISE button on

the steering wheel.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguCruise Control^*

To Set the Vehicle Speed

■

−/SET Button

On

On when cruise control begins

Press and release

Take your foot off the pedal and press the −/SET button when you reach the desired

speed.

The moment you release the −/SET button, the set speed is fixed, and cruise control

begins. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on.

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uuWhen DrivinguCruise Control^*

1To Adjust the Vehicle Speed

To Adjust the Vehicle Speed

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You can set the vehicle speed using the −/SET button

on the steering wheel when adjusting the speed with

the accelerator and brake pedals.

Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ or −/SET buttons on the

steering wheel.

To increase speed

To decrease speed

• Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is increased or decreased by

about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

• If you keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or decreases until you

release it. This speed is then set.

1To Cancel

Resuming the prior set speed:

To Cancel

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After cruise control has been canceled, you can still

resume the prior set speed by pressing the RES/+

button while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40

km/h) or more.

To cancel cruise control, do any of the

following:

• Press the CANCEL button.

• Press the CRUISE button.

• Depress the brake pedal.

The CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off.

CRUISE

Button

You cannot set or resume in the following situations:

•

When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h)

When the CRUISE button is turned off

CANCEL

Button

At vehicle speeds of 22 mph (35 km/h) or less, cruise

control is canceled automatically.

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uuWhen DrivinguFront Sensor Camera^*

Front Sensor Camera^*

The camera, used in systems; such as LDW, LKAS, ACC and CMBS^TM, is designed to

detect an object that triggers any of the systems to operate their functions.

1Front Sensor Camera^*

Never apply a film or attach any objects to the

windshield that could obstruct the camera’s field of

vision.

Camera Location and Handling Tips

■

Scratches, nicks, and other damage to the windshield

within the camera’s field of vision can cause the

system to operate abnormally. If this occurs, we

recommend that you replace the windshield with a

genuine Honda replacement windshield. Making

even minor repairs within the camera’s field of vision

or installing an aftermarket replacement windshield

may also cause the system to operate abnormally.

After replacing the windshield, have a dealer

recalibrate the camera. Proper calibration of the

camera is necessary for the system to operate

properly.

This camera is located behind the rearview

mirror.

Front Sensor

Camera

To help reduce the likelihood that high interior

temperatures will cause the camera’s sensing

system to shut off, when parking, find a shady

area or face the front of the vehicle away from

the sun. If you use a reflective sun shade, do

not allow it to cover the camera housing.

Covering the camera can concentrate heat on

it.

Do not place an object on the top of the instrument

panel. It may reflect onto the windshield and prevent

the system from detecting lane lines properly.

If the SOME DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEMS CANNOT

OPERATE:

message appears:

•

Use the climate control system to cool down the

interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode

with the air flow directed toward the camera.

Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield

temperature, which cools down the area around

the camera.

•

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following distance behind a

vehicle detected ahead of yours, without you having to keep your foot on the brake

or the accelerator.

3

WARNING

Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash.

When to use

Use ACC only when traveling on open

highways in good weather.

The camera is located

behind the rearview

mirror.

3

WARNING

ACC has limited braking capability.

When your vehicle speed drops below 22

mph, ACC will automatically cancel and no

longer will apply your vehicle's brakes.

Always be prepared to apply the brake

pedal when conditions require.

The radar sensor is inside

the front grille.

■

Vehicle speed for adaptive cruise control:

Desired speed in a range above roughly 25

mph (40 km/h) ~

Shift positions for adaptive cruise control:

In (D or (S

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

How to use

Important Reminder

ACC is on in the multi-

information display.

Adaptive cruise control is

ready to use.

As with any system, there are limits to ACC. Use the

brake pedal whenever necessary, and always keep a

safe distance between your vehicle and other

vehicles.

■

Press the MAIN button on

the steering wheel.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

To Set the Vehicle Speed

■

ACC may not work properly under certain conditions.

2 ACC Conditions and Limitations P. 380

–/SET Button

When not using adaptive cruise control: Turn off

adaptive cruise by pressing the MAIN button.

1To Set the Vehicle Speed

On when

adaptive cruise

control begins

You can switch the displayed set speed

measurements on the multi-information display

between mph and km/h.

Press and release

2 Customized Features P. 100, 114

Take your foot off the pedal and press the –/SET button when you reach the desired

speed.

The moment you release the –/SET button,

the set speed is fixed, and adaptive cruise

control begins.

Set Vehicle

Speed

Set Vehicle

Distance

u A vehicle icon and distance bars appear

on the multi-information display.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

1When in Operation

When in Operation

■

If the vehicle detected ahead of you slows down

abruptly, or if another vehicle is detected cutting in

front of you, the beeper sounds and a message

appears on the multi-information display to alert you

to brake.

■

There is a vehicle ahead

ACC monitors if a vehicle ahead of you enters the ACC range. If a vehicle is detected

doing so, the ACC system maintains or decelerates your vehicle’s set speed in order

to keep the vehicle’s set following-distance from the vehicle ahead.

2 To Change Vehicle Distance P. 382

Beep

■

When ACC detects a

vehicle within ACC range:

■

When the vehicle goes

out of ACC range:

The vehicle icon appears on the

multi-information display.

The vehicle icon on the

multi-information display

becomes a dotted-line

contour.

Depress the brake pedal, and keep an appropriate

distance from the vehicle ahead.

Even if the distance between your vehicle and the

vehicle detected ahead is short, ACC may start

accelerating your vehicle under the following

circumstances:

•

The vehicle detected ahead of you is going at

almost the same speed as, or faster than your

vehicle.

•

A vehicle that cuts in front of you is going faster

than your vehicle, gradually distancing itself from

you.

ACC Range: 394 ft. (120 m)

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

■

There is no vehicle ahead

1When in Operation

Your vehicle cruises at the set speed.

You can also set the system to beep when a vehicle

detected in front of you comes in and goes out of the

ACC detecting range. Change the ACC FORWARD

VEHICLE DETECT BEEP^*setting.

■

A vehicle ahead is within ACC range and going slower than the set speed

Your vehicle slows down, and maintains the same speed as the speed of the vehicle

ahead to maintain the set following distance.

2 Customized Features P. 100, 114

Limitations

■

A vehicle ahead is within ACC range and going at a steady speed

You may need to use the brake to maintain a safe

distance when using ACC. Additionally, ACC may

not work properly under certain conditions.

2 ACC Conditions and Limitations P. 380

Your vehicle follows the vehicle ahead of it, keeping a constant distance, without

going beyond the set speed.

■

A vehicle ahead goes out of range

ACC accelerates your vehicle to the set speed, and then maintains it.

■

When you depress the accelerator pedal

You can temporarily increase the vehicle speed. In this case, there is no audible or

visual alerts even if a vehicle is in ACC range.

ACC stays on unless you cancel it. Once you release the accelerator pedal, the

system resumes the set speed.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

ACC Conditions and Limitations

■

The system may automatically shut off and the ACC indicator will come on under

certain conditions. Some examples of these conditions are listed below. Other

conditions may reduce some of the ACC functions.

2 Front Sensor Camera^*P. 374

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Environmental conditions

Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).

■

Roadway conditions

Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks, reflected

lights, road spray, high contrast).

■

Vehicle conditions

• The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.

• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wrong sized, varied size or construction,

improperly inflated, compact spare tire, etc.).

• The camera temperature gets too hot.

• The parking brake is applied.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

■

Detection limitations

• A vehicle or pedestrian suddenly crosses in front of you.

• The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you is

too short.

• A vehicle or pedestrian cuts in front of you at a slow speed, and it brakes

suddenly.

• When you accelerate rapidly and approach the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you

at high speed.

• The vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small

vehicle.

• When there are animals in front of your vehicle.

• When you drive on a curved or winding or undulating road that makes it difficult

for the sensor to properly detect a vehicle or a pedestrian in front of you.

• The speed difference between your vehicle and a vehicle in front of you is

significantly large.

• An oncoming vehicle suddenly comes in front of you.

• Your vehicle abruptly crosses over in front of an oncoming vehicle.

• When driving through a narrow iron bridge.

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

1To Adjust the Vehicle Speed

To Adjust the Vehicle Speed

■

If a vehicle detected ahead is going at a speed slower

than your increased set speed, ACC may not

accelerate your vehicle. This is to maintain the set

following distance between your vehicle and the

vehicle ahead.

Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ or –/SET buttons on the

steering wheel.

To increase speed

You can set the vehicle speed using the –/SET button

on the steering wheel when adjusting the speed with

the accelerator and brake pedals.

To decrease speed

• Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is increased or decreased by

about 1 mph or 1 km/h accordingly.

• If you keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or decreases by about

5 mph or 5 km/h accordingly.

To Change Vehicle Distance

■

Press the

range.

(distance) button to change ACC

Distance Button

Each time you press the button, the following

distance (the distance behind a vehicle

detected ahead of you) setting cycles through

extra long, long, middle, and short following

distances.

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

Determine the most appropriate following distance setting based on your specific

driving conditions. Be sure to adhere to any following distance requirements set by

local regulation.

The higher your selected set speed is, the greater the short, middle, long or extra

long following distance becomes. See the following examples for your reference.

When the Set Speed is:

Vehicle Distance

50 mph (80 km/h)

65 mph (104 km/h)

84 feet

26 meters

1.1 sec

102 feet

31 meters

1.1 sec

Short

Middle

Long

111 feet

34 meters

1.5 sec

139 feet

43 meters

1.5 sec

155 feet

48 meters

2.1 sec

202 feet

62 meters

2.1 sec

215 feet

66 meters

3.0 sec

285 feet

87 meters

3.0 sec

Extra

Long

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

1To Cancel

To Cancel

■

Resuming the prior set speed: After you have

canceled adaptive cruise control, you can resume the

prior set speed while it is still displayed. Press the

RES/+ button when driving at a speed of at least 25

mph (40 km/h) or more.

To cancel adaptive cruise control, do any of

the following:

• Press the CANCEL button.

• Press the MAIN button.

• Depress the brake pedal.

MAIN

Button

CANCEL

Button

You cannot set or resume in the following situations:

•

When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40km/h).

When the MAIN button is turned off.

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Automatic cancellation

1Automatic cancellation

The beeper sounds and a message appears on the multi-information display when

ACC is automatically canceled. Any of these conditions may cause the ACC

cancellation:

• Your vehicle speed slows down to 22 mph (35 km/h) and below.

• Bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).

• When the radar sensor inside the front grille gets dirty.

• The vehicle ahead of you cannot be detected.

• An abnormal tire condition is detected, or the tires are skidding.

• Driving on a mountainous road, or driving off road for extended periods.

• Abrupt steering wheel movement.

• When the ABS or VSA® is activated.

• When the ABS or VSA® system indicator comes on.

Even though adaptive cruise control has been

automatically canceled, you can still resume the prior

set speed. Wait until the condition that caused ACC

to cancel improves, then press the RES/+ button.

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uuWhen DrivinguAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)^*

1To Switch ACC to Cruise Control

To Switch ACC to Cruise Control

■

Always be aware which mode you are in. When you

are driving in Cruise Mode, the system will not assist

you to maintain a following distance from a vehicle

ahead of you.

Press and hold the

(distance) button for one second.

CRUISE MODE SELECTED appears on the multi-information display for two

seconds, and then the mode switches to Cruise.

To switch back to ACC, press and hold the

button again for one second.

Cruise

Control ON

ACC ON

Distance Button

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Departure Warning (LDW)^*

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)^*

1Lane Departure Warning (LDW)^*

Alerts you when the system determines a possibility of your vehicle unintentionally

crossing over detected lane markings.

Important Safety Reminder

Like all assistance systems, LDW has limitations.

Over-reliance on LDW may result in a collision. It is

always your responsibility to keep the vehicle within

your driving lane.

How the System Works

■

If your vehicle is getting too close to detected

left or right side lane markings without a turn

signal activated, LDW will give audible and

visual alerts.

LDW only alerts you when lane drift is detected

without a turn signal in use. LDW may not detect all

lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary

based on weather, speed and lane marker condition.

It is always your responsibility to safely operate the

vehicle and avoid collisions.

The beeper sounds and the Lane Departure

message appears on the multi-information

display, letting you know that you need to

take appropriate action.

You can read about handling information for the

camera equipped with this system.

2 Front Sensor Camera^*P. 374

1How the System Activates

How the System Activates

■

LDW may automatically shut off and the LDW

indicator comes and stays on.

2 Indicators P. 85

The system begins to search for lane markings when all the following conditions are

met:

• The vehicle is traveling between 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).

• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.

• The turn signals are off.

• The brake pedal is not depressed.

• The wipers are not in continuous operation.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Departure Warning (LDW)^*

LDW On and Off

■

Press the LDW button to turn the system on

and off.

Indicator

u The indicator in the button comes on

when the system is on.

LDW Button

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Departure Warning (LDW)^*

LDW Limitations

■

LDW may not activate or may not recognize lanes, and may activate even when

keeping in the middle of a lane, under certain conditions. Some examples of these

conditions are listed below.

■

Environmental conditions

• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).

• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.

• There is little contrast between lane lines and the roadway surface.

• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).

• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.

• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.

• Shadows of adjacent objects are parallel to lane markings.

• Roadway objects or structures are misinterpreted as lane markings.

• Reflections on the interior of the front windshield.

■

Roadway conditions

• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,

reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).

• Driving on a road with temporary lane markings.

• Faint, multiple, or varied lane markings are visible on the roadway due to road

repairs or old lane markings.

• The roadway has merging, split, or crossing lines (e.g., such as at an intersection

or crosswalk).

• The lane markings are extremely narrow, wide, or changing.

• The vehicle in front of you is driving near the lane lines.

• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.

• Driving over bumps.

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Departure Warning (LDW)^*

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Vehicle conditions

• Headlight lenses are dirty or the headlights are not properly adjusted.

• The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.

• The inside of the windshield is fogged.

• The camera temperature gets too hot.

• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wrong sized, varied size or construction,

improperly inflated, compact spare tire, etc.).

• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.

389

uuWhen DrivinguLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

Provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and

provides audible and visual alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane.

Important Safety Reminders

The LKAS is for your convenience only. It is not a

substitute for your vehicle control. The system does

not work if you take your hands off the steering

wheel or fail to steer the vehicle.

2 Display Warning and Information

Messages^*P. 86

■

Audible and visual alerts

Beeps and a warning display alert

you that the vehicle is drifting out of

a detected lane.

■

Steering input assist

The system applies torque to the

steering to keep the vehicle

■

LKAS camera

between the left and right lane

lines. The applied torque becomes

stronger as the vehicle gets closer to

either of the lane lines.

Monitors the lane

lines

LKAS only alerts you when lane drift is detected

without a turn signal in use. LKAS may not detect all

lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary

based on weather, speed, and lane marker condition.

It is always your responsibility to safely operate the

vehicle and avoid collisions.

The LKAS is convenient when it is used on freeways.

LKAS may not work properly under certain

conditions.

2 LKAS Limitations P. 394

When you operate the turn signals to change lanes, the system is suspended, and

resumes after the signals are off.

If you make a lane change without operating the turn signals, the LKAS alerts

activate, and torque is applied to the steering.

* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

When the System can be Used

■

You can read about handling information for the

camera equipped with this system.

2 Front Sensor Camera^*P. 374

The system can be used when the following conditions are met.

• The lane in which you are driving has detectable lane markers on both sides, and

your vehicle is in the center of the lane.

• The vehicle speed is between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).

• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.

• The turn signals are off.

If the vehicle drifts toward either left or right lane line

due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS

and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

• The brake pedal is not depressed.

• The wipers are not in continuous operation.

■

How to activate the system

1. Press the MAIN button.

u The LKAS is on in the multi-information

display.

MAIN Button

The system is ready to use.

2. Press the LKAS button.

u Lane outlines appear on the multi-

information display.

LKAS Button

The system is activated.

* Not available on all models

Continued

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

3. Keep your vehicle near the center of the

1When the System can be Used

lane while driving.

The LKAS temporarily deactivates when it fails to

detect lane lines. When the system detects the lines

again, it comes back on automatically.

u The dotted outer lines change to solid

ones once the system starts operating

after detecting the left and right lane

markings.

1To cancel

To cancel

■

Pressing the MAIN button also turns ACC on and off.

To cancel the LKAS:

Press the MAIN or LKAS button.

The LKAS is turned off every time you stop the

engine, even if you turned it on the last time

you drove the vehicle.

MAIN Button

LKAS Button

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

■

The system operation is suspended if

you:

• Set the wipers to continuous operation.

u Turning the wipers off resumes the

LKAS.

• Decrease the vehicle speed to about 40

mph (64 km/h) or less.

u Increasing the vehicle speed to about 45

mph (72 km/h) or more resumes the

LKAS.

• Depress the brake pedal.

u The LKAS resumes and starts detecting

the lane lines again once you release the

brake pedal.

When the LKAS is suspended,

the lane lines on the multi-

information display change to

contour lines.

■

The LKAS may automatically be suspended when:

• The system fails to detect lane lines.

• The steering wheel is quickly turned.

• You fail to steer the vehicle.

• The vehicle runs on a curved road over the speed limit.

Once these conditions no longer exist, the LKAS automatically resumes.

■

The LKAS may automatically be canceled when:

• The camera temperature gets too high.

• The camera behind the rearview mirror, or the area around the camera, including

the windshield, gets dirty.

Continued

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

LKAS Limitations

■

The system may not detect lane markings and therefore may not keep the vehicle in

the middle of a lane under certain conditions, including the following:

■

Environmental conditions

• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).

• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.

• There is little contrast between lane lines and the roadway surface.

• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).

• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.

• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.

• Shadows of adjacent objects are parallel to lane markings.

• Roadway objects or structures are misinterpreted as lane markings.

• Reflections on the interior of the front windshield.

■

Roadway conditions

• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,

reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).

• Driving on a road with temporary lane markings.

• Faint, multiple, or varied lane markings are visible on the roadway due to road

repairs or old lane markings.

• The roadway has merging, split, or crossing lines (e.g., such as at an intersection

or crosswalk).

• The lane markings are extremely narrow, wide, or changing.

• The vehicle in front of you is driving near the lane lines.

• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.

• Driving over bumps.

394

uuWhen DrivinguLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)^*

■

Vehicle conditions

• Headlight lenses are dirty or the headlights are not properly adjusted.

• The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.

• The inside of the windshield is fogged.

• The camera temperature gets too hot.

• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wrong sized, varied size or construction,

improperly inflated, compact spare tire^*, etc.).

• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.

* Not available on all models

395

uuWhen DrivinguVehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic

Stability Control (ESC), System

Helps 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 Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control

(ESC), System

The VSA® may not function properly if tire types and

size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and

types of tire, and the air pressures as specified.

VSA® Operation

When the VSA® 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 does not respond to the accelerator.

You may also notice some noise from the

hydraulic system. You will also see the

indicator blink.

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.

VSA® System

Indicator

The main function of the VSA® system is generally

known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The

system also includes a traction control function.

396

uuWhen DrivinguVehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System

1Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control

VSA® On and Off

■

(ESC), System

This button is on the driver side control panel.

To partially turn the VSA® features on and off,

press and hold it until you hear a beep.

VSA® OFF Indicator

With the

button pressed, your vehicle will have

normal braking and cornering ability, but VSA®

traction and stability enhancement becomes less

effective.

The traction control stops fully functioning,

allows the wheels to spin more freely at low

speed. The VSA® OFF indicator will also come

on.

In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets

stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow, it may be easier

to free it with 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.

To turn it on again, press the

button until you hear a beep.

(VSA® OFF)

VSA® is turned on every time you start the

engine, even if you turned it off the last time

you drove the vehicle.

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.

You may hear a motor sound coming from the

engine compartment while system checks are being

performed immediately after starting the engine or

while driving. This is normal.

397

uuWhen DrivinguLaneWatch^TM

*

LaneWatch^TM

*

1LaneWatch^TM

*

LaneWatch is an assistance system that allows you to check the passenger side rear

areas displayed on the audio/information screen when the turn signal is activated to

the passenger’s side. A camera in the passenger side door mirror monitors these

areas and allows you to check for vehicle, in addition to your visual check and use of

the passenger door mirror. You can also keep the system on for your convenience

while driving.

3

WARNING

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 LaneWatch while

driving.

1

2

The system activates when you:

The passenger side view

display appears on the

audio/information screen.

Move the turn signal

lever to the passenger

side.

Press the LaneWatch

button.

Always look in your mirrors, to either side

of your vehicle, and behind you for other

vehicles before changing lanes.

Important Safety Reminder

Like all assistance systems, LaneWatch has

limitations. Over reliance on LaneWatch may result in

a collision.

The system deactivates when you:

Pull the turn signal

lever back.

Press the LaneWatch

button again.

The LaneWatch function can be affected by weather,

lighting (including headlights and low sun angle),

ambient darkness, camera condition, and loading.

The LaneWatch may not provide the intended display

of traffic to the side and rear under the following

conditions:

•

Your vehicle’s suspension has been altered,

changing the height of the vehicle.

•

Your tires are over or under inflated.

Your tires or wheels are of varied size or construction.

Audio/Information Screen

Camera

* Not available on all models

398

uuWhen DrivinguLaneWatch^TM

*

1LaneWatch^TM

*

■

Customizing the LaneWatch settings

You can customize the following items using the audio/information screen.

• Show with Turn Signal: Selects whether LaneWatch monitor comes on when

you operate the turn signal light lever.

The LaneWatch camera view is restricted. Its unique

lens makes objects on the screen look slightly

different from what they are.

• Display Time after Turn Off: Changes the remaining Lane Watch display time

after you pull the turn signal lever back.

LaneWatch display does not come on when the shift

lever is in (R

.

• Reference Lines: Selects whether the reference lines appear on the LaneWatch

monitor.

• Next Maneuver Pop up^*: Selects whether a turn direction screen of the

navigation system interrupts the LaneWatch display.

• Display: Adjusts display settings.

For proper LaneWatch operation:

•

The camera is located in the passenger side door

mirror. Always keep this area clean. If the camera

lens is covered with dirt or moisture, use a soft,

moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free of debris.

Do not cover the camera lens with labels or stickers

of any kind.

•

2 Customized Features P. 271

Do not touch the camera lens.

■

Reference Lines

Three lines that appear on the screen can give

an idea of how far the vehicles or objects on

the screen are from your vehicle, respectively.

If an object is near line 1 (in red), it indicates

that it is close to your vehicle whereas an

object near line 3 farther away.

1Reference Lines

The area around the reference line 1 (red) is very close to

your vehicle. As always, make sure to visually confirm

the safety of a lane change before changing lanes.

3

2

The distance between your vehicle and lines 1, 2 and

3 on the screen vary depending on road conditions

and vehicle loading. For example, the reference lines

on the screen may seem to appear closer than the

actual distances when the rear of your vehicle is more

heavily loaded.

1

Consult a dealer if:

•

The passenger side door mirror, or area around it is

severely impacted, resulting in changing the

camera angle.

•

The LaneWatch display does not come on at all.

* Not available on all models

399

uuWhen DrivinguReal Time AWD with Intelligent Control System^TM

*

Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System^TM

*

1Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System^TM

*

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.

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. 471

* Not available on all models

400

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. This will cause the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to

come on and a message to appear on the multi-information display^*.

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.

TPMS Calibration

■

Tire pressure checked and inflated in:

You must start TPMS calibration every time you:

• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.

• Rotate the tires.

• Replace one or more tires.

u Before calibrating the TPMS, turn the ignition switch to ON (w^*1, and make

sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop.

•

Warm weather can become under-inflated in

colder weather.

•

Cold weather can become over-inflated in warmer

weather.

The low tire pressure indicator will not come on as a

result of over inflation.

Models with information display

The TPMS may not function properly if tire type and

size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and

type of tire.

Low Tire Pressure/

TPMS Indicator

Press and hold the TPMS button.

u The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator

blinks a few times.

2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 465

TPMS

Button

The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on

with a delay or may not come on at all when:

If the indicator does not blink a few times, the

calibration is not successful. Press and hold

the TPMS button again.

•

You rapidly accelerate, decelerate, or turn the

steering wheel.

•

You drive on snowy or slippery roads.

Snow chains are used.

The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on

under the following conditions:

•

A compact spare tire is used.

There is a heavier and uneven load on the tires,

such as when towing a trailer, than the condition at

calibration.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button

instead of an ignition switch.

•

Snow chains are used.

* Not available on all models

Continued

401

uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Models with multi-information display

1TPMS Calibration

You can calibrate the system from the customized features on the multi-information

display.

•

TPMS cannot be calibrated if a compact spare tire is

installed.

•

The calibration process requires approximately 30

minutes of cumulative driving at speeds between

30-60 mph (48-97 km/h).

During this period, if the ignition is turned on^*1and

the vehicle is not moved within 45 seconds, you

may notice the low tire pressure indicator comes on

briefly. This is normal and indicates that the

calibration process is not yet complete.

1. Press

button.

2. Press the SEL/RESET button.

u The display switches to the customization setup screen, where you can select

Cancel or Calibrate.

3. Press the

button to select TPMS CALIBRATION, then press the SEL/RESET

•

button and select Calibrate, then press the SEL/RESET button.

u Calibration Started screen appears, then the display returns to the

customization menu screen.

If the snow chains are installed, remove them before

calibrating the TPMS.

If the Calibration Failed to Start message appears, repeat steps 2-3.

If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on even

when the properly inflated specified regular tires are

installed, have the 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.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an

ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition

switch.

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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation

U.S. models

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.

Continued

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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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