Brake system

Brake system

Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes, parking brakes, and various braking systems for safe driving.

Fuel requirements

Vehicle modifications

Vehicle break-in process

Vehicle handling instructions

Open Source Software Notice

Vehicle data collection and Event Data Recorders (EDR)

HEV/PHEV powertrain

Exterior overview

Interior overview

Instrument panel overview

Engine compartment

Gross vehicle weight

Air conditioning system

Tires and wheels

Recommended lubricants and capacities

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Vehicle certification label

Tire specification and pressure label

Air conditioner compressor label

Refrigerant label

How to check the symbol on the charging label

Opening and Closing

Immobilizer system

Theft-alarm system

Smart Liftgate with Auto Open

Fuel filler door

Panoramic sunroof

Driver Adjustments

Integrated Memory System

Instrument cluster

Warning and indicator lights

Head-Up Display (HUD)

Wipers and washers

Seating and safety restraints

Important safety precautions

Child Restraint System (CRS)

Air bag - Advanced supplemental restraint system

Hybrid vehicle guide

PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system

HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system

Charging the plug-in hybrid vehicle

Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle

Components of the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle

Control and Features

Infotainment System

Interior lights

Climate control system

Automatic climate control system

Windshield Defrosting and Defogging

Storage Compartments

Interior Features

Exterior Features

Declaration of Conformity

Driving your vehicle

Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.

ENGINE START/STOP button

Automatic transmission (Dial SBW)

Smart regeneration system

All Wheel Drive (AWD) system

Vehicle Auto Shut-off system

Drive mode integrated control system

Green Zone Drive Mode

Economical operation

Special driving conditions

Vehicle load limit

Driver assistance guide

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion)

Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)

Safe Exit Warning (SEW)

Safe Exit Assist (SEA)

Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSLA)

Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)

Driver Attention Warning (DAW)

Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)

Smart Cruise Control (SCC)

Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC)

Lane Following Assist (LFA)

Highway Driving Assist (HDA)

Rear View Monitor (RVM)

Surround View Monitor (SVM)

Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)

Parking Distance Warning (PDW)

Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA)

Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)

Declaration of conformity

What to do in an emergency

In case of an emergency while driving

If the engine does not start

Emergency starting

If the engine overheats

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

Engine compartment

Maintenance services

Owner maintenance

Scheduled maintenance service

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

Hybrid starter & generator (HSG) belt

Air cleaner filter

Climate control air filter

12V Parking lithium battery

Tires and wheels

Appearance care

Emission control system

Consumer information

California perchlorate notice

Consumer Assistance (U.S. only)

Electrical Equipment (U.S. only)

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only)

Online factory authorized manuals (U.S. only)

Driving your vehicle
- Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
  The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose.
- Before driving
  Before getting into the vehicle, you should examine the vehicle and its surroundings.
- ENGINE START/STOP button
- Automatic transmission (Dial SBW)
  The automatic transmission has 6 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the balance between fuel economy and power demands.
- Paddle shifter
- Smart regeneration system
  The Smart Regeneration System controls the regenerative braking automatically according to the road gradient and driving condition of the vehicle in front.
- All Wheel Drive (AWD) system
  The AWD system delivers engine power to front and rear wheels for maximum traction.
- Brake system
  Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes, parking brakes, and various braking systems for safe driving.
  - Power brakes
    Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal usage.
  - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
  - Brake Disc Cleaning (BDC)
    If there is surface rust on the brake disc or squeal can be heard, the use BDC function to reduce noise and rust. While using the BDC function, the regenerative brake system will be temporarily deactivated and energy consumption may increase.
  - Brake Disc Wiping (BDW)
  - AUTO HOLD
    The Auto Hold is designed to maintain the vehicle in a standstill even though the brake pedal is not pressed after the driver brings the vehicle to a complete stop by pressing the brake pedal.
  - Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
    ABS prevents the wheels from locking so the vehicle remains stable and can still be steered.
  - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system
    ESC is designed to reduce the risk of spinning or plowing in certain conditions.
  - Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
  - Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
    A vehicle has the tendency to roll back on a steep hill when it starts to go after stopping. The Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) prevents the vehicle from rolling back by applying the brakes automatically for about 2 seconds.
  - Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system
  - Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) system
  - Brake Assist System (BAS)
  - Good braking practices
    Good braking practices help keep occupants safe and extend brake life.
- Vehicle Auto Shut-off system
- Drive mode integrated control system
- Green Zone Drive Mode
- Coasting guide
- Economical operation
- Special driving conditions
  If driving conditions deteriorate due to poor weather or road conditions, you should pay even more attention to your driving than usual.
- Winter driving
  Severe weather conditions in the winter result in greater wear and other problems.
- Trailer towing
  If you are considering towing with your vehicle, you should first check with your state Department of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal requirements.
- Vehicle load limit
  The vehicle load limit is displayed on the tire and loading information label on the driver's door.
- Vehicle weight
- Overloading