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Suzuki Grand Vitara (2010 year). Manual - part 2

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

“PANIC” button (3) function

Keyless unlocking/locking using the

When the doors are unlocked:

This function is to get the attention of oth-

request switches

• The turn signal lights will flash twice.

ers.

• If the interior light switch is in the

Press the “PANIC” button (3) for more than

EXAMPLE

“DOOR” position, the interior light will

1 second. The headlights and taillights will

turn on for about 15 seconds and then

blink for about 30 seconds. Also, the horn

fade out. If you push in the ignition

will sound intermittently for about 30 sec-

switch or insert the key during this time,

onds at the same time.

the light will start to fade out immedi-

To cancel the “PANIC” mode, press any

ately.

button (PANIC, LOCK or UNLOCK) on the

Be sure the doors are locked after you

remote controller. You can also insert the

operate the request switch to lock the

key in the ignition switch and turn to the

doors.

“ON” position to cancel the “PANIC” mode.

NOTE:

NOTE:

(1)

(1)

• The door locks cannot be operated by

The “PANIC” button function will not acti-

the request switch under the following

vate when the key is in the ignition switch.

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conditions:

When the remote controller is within the

- If any door is open or is not completely

operating range described in this section,

closed.

you can lock or unlock the doors by push-

- If the ignition switch is in a position

ing the request switch (1) on the door han-

other than “LOCK”.

dle of each door or the tailgate.

- If the ignition key is inserted in the igni-

tion switch.

To lock all doors when all doors are

• If no doors are opened within about 30

unlocked:

seconds after unlocking the doors by

• Push the request switch on one of the

pushing the request switch, the doors

door handles once.

will be locked again automatically.

The turn signal lights will flash once when

the doors are locked.

To unlock a door or all doors:

• Push the request switch on the door

handle once to unlock only one door.

• Push the request switch on the door

handle twice to unlock all doors.

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

• If a spare remote controller is in the vehi-

NOTE:

EXAMPLE

cle, the request switches may not oper-

The keyless start system may not function

ate normally.

correctly in certain environments or under

(1)

• The remote controller will only operate a

certain operating conditions such as the

request switch if it is within the switch’s

following:

operating range. For example, if the

• When there are strong signals coming

remote controller is within the operating

from a television, power station or a cel-

range of the driver’s door request switch

lular phone.

(1)

but not the front passenger’s door

• When the remote controller is in contact

request switch or the tailgate request

with or covered by a metal object.

switch, the driver’s door switch can be

• When a radio wave type remote keyless

(1)

operated but the front passenger’s door

entry is used nearby.

switch or tailgate switch cannot be oper-

• When the remote controller is placed

ated.

near an electronic device such as per-

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sonal computer.

CAUTION

Some additional precautions you should

(1) 80 cm (2 1/2 feet)

take and information you should be aware

The remote controller is a sensitive

of are:

When the remote controller is within

electronic instrument. To avoid dam-

• Make sure the ignition key is stowed in

approximately 80 cm (2 1/2 feet) from a

aging the remote controller:

the remote controller. If the remote con-

front door handle or the tailgate switch, you

• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

troller becomes unreliable, you will not

can lock or unlock the doors by pushing

ture or high temperature such as by

be able to lock or unlock the doors or

the request switch.

leaving it on the dashboard under

start the engine.

direct sunlight.

• Be sure that the driver always carries the

NOTE:

• Keep the remote controller away

remote controller.

• If the remote controller is outside the

from magnetic objects such as a

• If you lose one of the remote controllers,

request

switch

operating

range

television.

ask your SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos-

described above, you will not be able to

sible for a replacement. Be sure to have

operate the request switch.

your dealer program the new remote

• If the battery of the remote controller

controller code in your vehicle’s memory

runs down or there are strong radio

so that the old code is erased, or per-

waves or noise, the request switch oper-

form the programming procedure your-

ating range may be reduced or the

self according to the instructions in this

remote controller may be inoperative.

section.

• If the remote controller is too close to the

door, the request switches may not oper-

ate.

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

• You can use up to four remote controllers

Reminder function

• If you open the driver’s door and lock the

and ignition keys for your vehicle. Ask

door by turning the lock knob forward or

your SUZUKI dealer for details.

pushing the power door locking switch,

• The battery life of the remote controller

the driver’s door will be automatically

is about two years, but it can vary

unlocked.

depending on usage conditions.

• If you open a door other than the driver’s

door and lock the front passenger’s door

by turning the lock knob forward or push-

ing the power door locking switch, the

front passenger’s door will be automati-

cally unlocked.

NOTE:

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•

The reminder will not operate when the

EXAMPLE

remote controller is on the instrument

To stow the ignition key into the remote

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panel, in the glove box, in a storage

controller, push the key in the remote con-

compartment, in the sun visor or on the

troller until you hear a click.

If the remote controller is not in the vehicle

floor etc.

under the following conditions, a buzzer

•

Be sure that the driver always carries the

sounds intermittently for about 2 seconds

remote controller.

and the keyless start system indicator light

•

Do not leave the remote controller in the

on the instrument cluster blinks in red:

vehicle when leaving the vehicle.

• When the vehicle speed is over 10 km/h

(6 mph).

(A)

• When one or more doors are opened

and all of the doors are later closed with

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the ignition switch in a position other

To remove the key from the remote control-

than “LOCK”.

ler, push the button (A) in the direction of

The red indicator light will turn off within

the arrow and pull the key out from the

several seconds after the remote controller

remote controller.

is returned to an area of the vehicle other

than the rear luggage area.

If the remote controller is left in the vehicle

and you lock the driver’s door or front pas-

senger’s door as described below, the door

will be automatically unlocked.

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

Replacement of the battery

If the remote controller becomes unreli-

CAUTION

able, replace the battery.

The transmitter/remote controller is a

To replace the battery of the remote con-

sensitive electronic instrument. To

troller:

avoid damaging it, do not expose it to

dust or moisture or tamper with inter-

nal parts.

(1)

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2) Replace the battery (1) (Lithium disc

type CR2032 or equivalent) so its + ter-

minal faces the bottom of the case as

shown in the illustration.

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3) Close the remote controller firmly.

4) Make sure the door locks can be oper-

1) Insert a flat blade screwdriver covered

ated with the remote controller.

with a soft cloth in the slot of the remote

5) Dispose of the used battery properly

controller and pry it open.

according to applicable rules or regula-

tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-

ies with ordinary household trash.

WARNING

Swallowing a lithium battery may

cause serious internal injury. Do not

allow anyone to swallow a lithium

battery. Keep lithium batteries away

from children and pets. If swallowed,

contact a physician immediately.

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

Programming/erasing the remote con-

To program a new remote controller

7. Proceed to step 5) within 60 seconds

troller code yourself

1)

Close all the doors of the vehicle.

after the engine has started.

Your new vehicle was originally equipped

2)

Sit in the driver’s seat and confirm that

with two remote controllers.

the driver’s door is unlocked.

NOTE:

3)

Insert the key into the ignition switch.

You cannot program the remote controller

If you have lost one of the remote control-

4)

Complete steps 1 through 6 described

if you don’t complete steps 1 through 6

lers, you should change the remote con-

below within 25 seconds after step 3).

within 25 seconds.

troller code in your vehicle’s memory as

You cannot program the remote controller

soon as possible for security. If you pur-

if you do not proceed to step 5) within 60

chase additional remote controllers, the

seconds after the engine has started.

new remote controllers need to be pro-

grammed into your vehicle’s memory. You

5) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”

can perform this yourself by using the fol-

position.

lowing procedure:

A buzzer will sound twice and the door

UNLOCK

LOCK

lock switch will be activated from the

NOTE:

(2)

(1)

lock position to the unlock position

•

You can program up to four remote con-

automatically.

troller codes into your vehicle’s memory.

6) Press the

“LOCK”,

“UNLOCK” or

The four codes may be the same or dif-

“PANIC” button on the remote control-

ferent.

ler.

•

If you try to program a fifth code, the four

A buzzer will sound twice and the door

remote controller codes that are pro-

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lock switch will be activated from the

grammed will be cleared automatically.

lock position to the unlock position

•

If you program a new remote controller

1.

Push the power door locking switch

automatically.

code, all of the old remote controller

of the driver’s door to the lock posi-

If you want to program an additional

codes that are in your vehicle’s memory

tion and then push it to the unlock

remote controller, repeat the procedure

will be erased automatically. When you

position.

of step 6) using the additional remote

program a new remote controller, you

2.

Repeat step 1 two more times.

controller.

should reprogram any additional remote

3.

Push the power door locking switch

controllers at the same time.

of the driver’s door to the lock posi-

NOTE:

•

To purchase new remote controllers, see

tion.

Complete step 6) within 30 seconds.

your SUZUKI dealer.

4.

Remove the key from the ignition

You can program up to four remote control-

•

Before you begin programming, have all

switch and then insert it again.

lers.

of your remote controllers available.

5.

Repeat step 4 three more times.

6.

To start the engine, turn the ignition

switch to the “START” position.

Wait for 3 seconds.

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

7) To complete programming, remove the

less entry system operate properly by

Keyless Entry System Transmitter

key from the ignition switch or turn the

operating each remote controller.

(Type B)

ignition switch to the “ON” position.

8) Make sure that the keyless start system

1. For USA

and keyless entry system operate prop-

This device complies with Part 15 of the

erly by operating each remote control-

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-

(1)

ler.

lowing two conditions:

1) This device may not cause harmful

If you cannot operate the keyless start sys-

(2)

interference, and

tem and/or keyless entry system, repeat

2) This device must accept any interfer-

this programming procedure again.

ence received, including interference

If you still cannot operate the systems, see

that may cause undesired operation.

your SUZUKI dealer.

(3)

NOTE:

To change the old remote controller

Changes or modifications not expressly

codes in your vehicle’s memory

approved by the party responsible for com-

If you have lost one of the remote control-

pliance could void the user’s authority to

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lers, you should change the remote con-

operate the equipment.

troller codes in your vehicle’s memory as

(1) “LOCK” button

soon as possible for security.

(2) “UNLOCK” button

2. For Canada

To erase the remote controller code(s) in

(3) “PANIC” button

This device complies with Industry Canada

your vehicle’s memory, you should pro-

Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to

gram the new remote controller code. The

“LOCK” button (1) / “UNLOCK” button

the following two conditions:

old codes in your vehicle’s memory will be

(2) function

1) This device may not cause interference,

erased automatically. If you have more

You can lock or unlock all doors (including

and

remote controller(s), you must program all

the tailgate) simultaneously by operating

2) This device must accept any interfer-

of the remote controller codes at the same

the transmitter near the vehicle.

ence, including interference that may

time. You cannot operate the keyless start

cause undesired operation of the

• To lock the doors, push the “LOCK” but-

system and keyless entry system using

device.

ton (1).

any remote controller that is not pro-

• To unlock the driver’s door, push the

grammed at the same time.

The term “IC:” before the certification/reg-

“UNLOCK” button (2) once.

For details on how to program, refer to the

istration number only signifies that the

• To unlock other doors, wait a second or

programming procedure in this section.

Industry Canada technical specifications

two, then push the “UNLOCK” button (2)

When you complete programming, make

were met.

a second time. If you “double-click” too

sure that the keyless start system and key-

fast, the doors will not unlock.

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

The turn signal lights will flash once when

ming procedure yourself according to the

Replacement of the battery

the doors are locked.

instructions in this section.

If the transmitter becomes unreliable,

replace the battery.

When the doors are unlocked:

CAUTION

• The turn signal lights will flash twice.

To replace the battery of the transmitter:

• If the interior light switch is in the

The transmitter is a sensitive elec-

“DOOR” position, the interior light will

tronic instrument. To avoid damaging

turn on for about 15 seconds and then

the transmitter:

fade out. If you insert the key into the

• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ignition switch during this time, the light

ture or high temperature such as by

will start to fade out immediately.

leaving it on the dashboard under

direct sunlight.

Be sure the doors are locked after you

• Keep the transmitter away from

operate the “LOCK” button (1).

magnetic objects such as a televi-

If no door is opened within about 30 sec-

sion.

onds after the

“UNLOCK” button (2) is

operated, the doors will automatically lock

“PANIC” button (3) function

again.

This function is to get the attention of oth-

ers.

NOTE:

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Press the “PANIC” button (3) for more than

• The maximum operating distance of the

1 second. The headlights and taillights will

1)

Put the edge of a coin or a flat blade

keyless entry system transmitter is about

blink for about 30 seconds. Also, the horn

screwdriver in the slot of the transmitter

5 m (16 ft.), but this can vary depending

will sound intermittently for about 30 sec-

and pry it open.

on the surroundings, especially near

onds at the same time.

other transmitting devices such as radio

To cancel the “PANIC” mode, press any

towers or CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.

button (PANIC, LOCK or UNLOCK) on the

• The door locks cannot be operated with

transmitter. You can also insert the key in

the transmitter, if the ignition key is

the ignition switch and turn to the “ON”

inserted in the ignition switch.

position to cancel the “PANIC” mode.

• If you lose one of the transmitters, ask

your SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible

NOTE:

for a replacement. Be sure to have your

The “PANIC” button function will not acti-

dealer program the new transmitter code

vate when the key is in the ignition switch.

in your vehicle’s memory so that the old

code is erased, or perform the program-

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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

Windows: 3, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

To program a new transmitter

CAUTION

1) Confirm that all the doors are closed

and the ignition key is out of the ignition

The transmitter/remote controller is a

switch.

sensitive electronic instrument. To

2) Open the driver’s door.

avoid damaging it, do not expose it to

(1)

3) Insert the key, turn the ignition switch to

dust or moisture or tamper with inter-

the

“ON” position, turn the ignition

nal parts.

switch to the

“LOCK” position and

remove the key within 10 seconds.

Programming/removing a transmitter

code yourself

Your new vehicle was originally equipped

with two transmitters.

If you have lost one of the transmitters, you

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should change the transmitter code in your

2)

Replace the battery (1) (Lithium disc-

vehicle’s memory as soon as possible for

type CR2025 or equivalent) so its + ter-

security. If you purchase additional trans-

minal faces the “+” mark of the transmit-

mitters, the new transmitters need to be

ter.

programmed into your vehicle’s memory.

3)

Close the transmitter firmly.

You can perform this yourself by using the

(1)

4)

Make sure the door locks can be oper-

following procedure:

ated with the transmitter.

5)

Dispose of the used battery properly

NOTE:

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according to applicable rules or regula-

• You can program up to three transmitter

tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-

codes into your vehicle’s memory. The

4) Push and release the driver’s door

ies with ordinary household trash.

three codes may be the same or differ-

switch (1) 3 times, insert the key, and

ent.

turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-

WARNING

• If you try to program a fourth code, the

tion within 20 seconds.

oldest code will be cleared automatically.

5) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”

Swallowing a lithium battery may

• To purchase new transmitters, see your

position and remove the key within 10

cause serious internal injury. Do not

SUZUKI dealer.

seconds. All doors will lock/unlock to

allow anyone to swallow a lithium

• Before you begin programming, have all

confirm that this procedure has been

battery. Keep lithium batteries away

of your transmitters available.

properly completed.

from children and pets. If swallowed,

contact a physician immediately.

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Windows: 3, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

To change the old transmitter codes in

1. For USA

your vehicle’s memory

This device complies with Part 15 of the

If you have lost one of the transmitters, you

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-

(2)

should change the transmitter codes in

lowing two conditions:

your vehicle’s memory as soon as possible

1) This device may not cause harmful

for security.

interference, and

To remove one of the transmitter codes

2) This device must accept any interfer-

from your vehicle’s memory, first replace all

ence received, including interference

three of the transmitter codes in your vehi-

that may cause undesired operation.

cle’s memory, then program additional

transmitters as follows:

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly

1) Program one of your transmitters three

approved by the party responsible for com-

times, by repeating the programming

pliance could void the user’s authority to

procedure shown in this section. This

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operate the equipment.

will replace all the old transmitter codes

6)

Press the “UNLOCK” button (2) on the

in the vehicle’s memory with the code

2. For Canada

transmitter one time within 20 seconds

for the transmitter you are using.

This device complies with Industry Canada

(after step

5). All the doors will lock/

2) If you want to program up to two addi-

Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to

unlock to confirm that the procedure

tional transmitters, repeat the program-

the following two conditions:

has been completed and the transmitter

ming procedure shown in this section.

1) This device may not cause interference,

has been programmed.

3) Make sure that the keyless entry sys-

and

7)

If you want to program an additional

tem operates properly by operating

2) This device must accept any interfer-

transmitter, repeat the procedure from

each transmitter.

ence, including interference that may

step 1) through step 6).

cause undesired operation of the

8)

Make sure that the keyless entry sys-

device.

tem operates properly by operating

each transmitter.

The term “IC:” before the certification/reg-

istration number only signifies that the

Industry Canada technical specifications

were met.

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Windows: 3, 8

Mirrors: 3, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

Theft Deterrent Light

Windows

Passenger’s door

EXAMPLE

Power Window Controls

EXAMPLE

(3)

(if equipped)

Driver’s side

(1)

(4)

(2)

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(5)

The passenger’s door has a switch (3) to

This light will blink with the ignition switch

operate the passenger’s window.

in the “OFF” or “ACC” position. The blink-

ing light is intended to deter theft by lead-

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ing others to believe that the vehicle is

The power windows can only be operated

equipped with a security system.

when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-

tion.

The driver’s door has switches (1), (2), (4),

(5), to operate the driver’s window, the

front passenger’s window, the rear left win-

dow and right window, respectively.

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Mirrors: 3, 8

BEFORE DRIVING

Lock switch

WARNING

CLOSE

EXAMPLE

•

You should always lock the passen-

ger’s window operation when there

are children in the vehicle. Children

can be seriously injured if they get

part of their body caught by the

window during operation.

OPEN

•

To avoid injuring an occupant by

window entrapment, be sure no

part of the occupant’s body such

as hands or head is in the path of

the electric windows when closing

them.

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•

Always remove the ignition key

To open a window, push the top part of the

The driver’s door also has a lock switch for

when leaving the vehicle even if

switch and to close the window lift up the

only for a short time. Also do not

the passenger’s window(s). When you

top part of the switch.

push in the lock switch, the passenger’s

leave children alone in a parked

The driver’s window has an “auto-down”

window(s) cannot be raised or lowered by

vehicle. Unattended children could

feature for added convenience

(at toll

operating either of the switches (2), (3), (4)

use the electric window switches

booths or drive-through restaurants, for

or (5). To restore normal operation, release

and get trapped by the window.

example). This means you can open the

the lock switch by pushing again.

window without holding the window switch

NOTE:

in the “Down” position. Press the driver’s

If you drive with one of the rear windows

window switch completely down and

open, you may hear a loud sound caused

release it. To stop the window before it

by air vibration. To reduce the sound, open

reaches the bottom, pull the switch up

the driver’s or front passenger’s window, or

briefly.

narrow the rear window opening.

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Seat Adjustment: 14

BEFORE DRIVING

Mirrors

Outside Rearview Mirrors

WARNING

Inside Rearview Mirror

•

Always adjust the mirror with the

selector set to the day position.

•

Only use the night position if it is

necessary to reduce glare from the

headlights of vehicles behind you.

Be aware that in this position you

may not be able to see some

objects that could be seen in the

day position.

Day driving

Night driving

(1)

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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you

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can just see the side of your vehicle in the

You can adjust the inside rearview mirror

mirrors.

by hand so as to see the rear of your vehi-

The passenger’s side mirror is a convex

cle in the mirror. To adjust the mirror, set

(curved surface) mirror. Objects seen in

the selector tab (1) to the day position,

this mirror will look smaller and appear far-

then move the mirror up, down or sideways

ther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

by hand to obtain the best view.

When driving at night, you can move the

WARNING

selector tab to the night position to reduce

Be careful when judging the size or

glare from the headlights of vehicles

distance of a vehicle or other object

behind you.

seen in the side convex mirror. Be

aware that objects look smaller and

appear farther away than when seen

in a flat mirror.

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Seat Adjustment: 14

Head Restraints: 3

BEFORE DRIVING

Power Mirror Control (if equipped)

Mirrors Defroster (if equipped) Switch” in

Front Seats

this section.

Seat Adjustment

WARNING

Never attempt to adjust the driver’s

seat or seatback while driving. The

(1)

seat or seatback could move unex-

pectedly, causing loss of control.

(1)

Make sure that the driver’s seat and

(2)

(3)

(2)

(3)

seatback are properly adjusted

before you start driving.

(4)

(4)

WARNING

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To avoid excessive seat belt slack,

The switch to control the power rearview

which reduces the effectiveness of

mirrors is located on the driver’s door

the seat belts as a safety device,

panel. You can adjust the mirrors when the

make sure that the seats are adjusted

ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi-

before the seat belts are fastened.

tion. To adjust the mirrors:

1) Move the selector switch to the left or

right to select the mirror you wish to

adjust.

2) Press the outer part of the switch that

corresponds to the direction in which

you wish to move the mirror.

3) Return the selector switch to the center

position to help prevent unintended

adjustment.

NOTE:

If your vehicle is equipped with the outside

rearview mirrors defroster, refer to “Rear

Window Defroster and Outside Rearview

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Head Restraints: 3

Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 14

BEFORE DRIVING

Adjusting Seat Position

Adjusting Seatbacks

WARNING

All seatbacks should always be in an

upright position when driving, or seat

belt effectiveness may be reduced.

Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-

mum protection when seatbacks are

in the upright position.

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If the driver’s seat is equipped with a seat

The adjustment lever for each front seat is

height adjuster lever on the outboard side

located under the front of the seat. To

of the seat, raise or lower the seat by pull-

adjust the seat position, pull up on the

ing up or down the adjuster lever.

adjustment lever and slide the seat forward

or rearward. After adjustment, try to move

the seat forward and rearward to ensure

that it is securely latched.

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To adjust the seatback angle of front seat,

pull up the lever on the outboard side of

the seat, move the seatback to the desired

position, and release the lever to lock the

seatback in place.

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Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 14

BEFORE DRIVING

Head Restraints

WARNING

(1)

All head restraints must be rein-

(3)

stalled to properly protect vehicle

occupants.

WARNING

• Never drive the vehicle with the

head restraints removed.

• Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

(2)

EXAMPLE

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(1) Head restraint

Head restraints are designed to help

(2) Bars

reduce the risk of neck injuries in case of

(3) Release knob

an accident. Adjust the head restraint to

the position which places the center of the

To raise the head restraint, pull upward on

head restraint closest to the top of your

the restraint until it clicks. To lower the

ears. If this is not possible for very tall pas-

restraint, push down on the restraint while

sengers, adjust the head restraint as high

holding in the release knob (3). If a head

as possible.

restraint must be removed (for cleaning,

replacement, etc.), push in the release

WARNING

knob and pull the head restraint all the way

out.

All occupants, including the driver,

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should not operate a vehicle or sit in

NOTE:

a vehicle’s seat until the head

Each front seats is equipped with a head

It may be necessary to recline the seat-

restraints are placed in their proper

restraint.

back to provide enough overhead clear-

positions in order to minimize the

ance to remove the head restraint.

risk of severe injury in the event of a

crash.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Front Seat Heater (if equipped)

EXAMPLE

(4)

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To reinstall the head restraint, insert the

head restraint bars into the holes (4) and

With the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-

WARNING

push the head restraint down.

tion, push in one or both of the seat heater

Improperly using the seat heater can

switches to warm the corresponding

be hazardous. An occupant can suf-

seat(s). The indicator light below the switch

fer burns even if the heating tempera-

will also come on. To turn off the seat

ture is fairly low, if the occupant is

heater, push in the switch again. The indi-

wearing thin pants, a thin skirt or

cator light below the switch will go off.

shorts and leaves the heater on for

long periods.

Avoid using the seat heater for these

occupants:

• People who have reduced feeling in

their legs, including the elderly or

those with certain disabilities.

• Small children, or anyone with sen-

sitive skin.

• People who are asleep or under the

influence of alcohol or other drugs

which make them tired.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Rear Seats

CAUTION

Seat Adjustment

To avoid damaging the heater ele-

ment:

WARNING

•

Do not subject the front seats to

heavy impacts, such as children

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,

jumping on them.

which reduces the effectiveness of

•

Do not cover the seat with any

the seat belts as a safety device,

insulating materials such as blan-

make sure that the seats are adjusted

kets or cushions.

before the seat belts are fastened.

Adjusting Seatbacks

WARNING

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All seatbacks should always be in an

To adjust the seatback angle of the rear

upright position when driving, or seat

seats:

belt effectiveness may be reduced.

1) Pull up the lever on the top of a split

Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-

folding seat.

mum protection when seatbacks are

2) Move the seatback to one of the lock

in the upright position.

positions. The number of the lock posi-

tions depends on the vehicle specifica-

tion.

3) Release the lever to lock the seatback

in position. After adjustment, try moving

the seatback to make sure it is securely

locked.

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