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Hybrid Transmission
Due to the technologically advanced, electronically
controlled, continuously variable transaxle, you may
not feel shift changes like those of a non-hybrid
vehicle. Since the transmission controls your engine
speed, the engine speed may seem elevated at
times. This is normal hybrid operation, as it helps
deliver fuel efficiency and performance.
Fuel Tank Capacity/Fuel Info
Your vehicle’s fuel tank capacity is 14.0 gallons
(53 L). Use only “Regular” unleaded gasoline with an
octane rating of 87 or higher.
Do not use E85 fuels
because your vehicle was not designed to run on
fuels with more than 15% ethanol
.
BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System)
and Cross Traffic Alert*
BLIS uses radar sensors to help you determine if a
vehicle may be in your blind spot zone. Cross traffic
alert warns you of vehicles approaching from the
sides when the transmission is in reverse (R). BLIS
and cross traffic alert display a yellow indicator light
in your exterior mirrors, and cross traffic alert also
sounds tones and displays messages to warn you
from which direction vehicles are approaching.
Note:
Visibility aids do not replace the need to watch
where the vehicle is moving. Refer to the
Driving
Aids
chapter in your
Owner's Manual
for safety
information and system limitations.
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit
The kit is under the load floor of the luggage
compartment. The kit consists of an air compressor
to reinflate the tire and a sealing compound in a
canister that effectively seals most punctures caused
by nails or similar objects. The canister contains
only enough sealant compound for one tire. See an
authorized dealer for a replacement sealant canister
after each use.
This kit provides a temporary tire repair seal,
allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 120 miles
(200 kilometers) at a maximum speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) to reach a tire service location.
Note:
After sealant use, the tire pressure monitoring
system sensor and valve stem on the wheel must
be replaced by an authorized dealer. For more
details, refer to the
Wheels and Tires
chapter of your
Owner’s Manual
.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Your vehicle lights a low tire pressure warning light
in your instrument cluster when one or more of your
tires are significantly under-inflated. If this happens,
stop and check your tires as soon as possible. Inflate
them to the proper pressure. Refer to the
Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
section in the
Wheels and Tires
chapter of your
Owner’s Manual
for more information.
Essential Information
Capless Fuel System
When refueling your vehicle:
1. Put your vehicle in park (P) and switch the ignition off.
2. Press the
fuel button on the driver door to open the
fuel filler door. It could take up to 15 seconds for the fuel
door to pop open. Insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the
fuel system and begin fueling.
3. Leave the nozzle fully inserted until you stop pumping
fuel. Stop refueling when the fuel pump nozzle automatically shuts off for the
first time. Wait at least 10 seconds before removing the fuel filler nozzle to allow
residual fuel to drain back into the fuel tank.
4. Remove the fuel filler nozzle, and then press and release the center rear edge
of the fuel filler door to close it.
Note:
When using a portable fuel container, do not use aftermarket funnels as
they do not work with the capless fuel system and may cause damage. Always
use the plastic funnel included with your vehicle. Clean the funnel after each use,
or dispose of it properly.
MyKey™
MyKey allows you to program certain driving restrictions in order to promote
good driving habits. You can program things such as speed warnings and limited
volume levels. For complete information, refer to the
MyKey
chapter in your
Owner’s Manual
.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
Your vehicle has a feature that automatically shuts down the engine if it has been
idling for an extended period. The ignition also turns off to save battery power.
You can override this feature temporarily by pressing the brake or accelerator
pedal, or by pressing
OK
or the
RESET
button in your information display. Refer to
the
Information Displays
chapter of your
Owner’s Manual
for more details.
Electric Parking Brake
The operating switch
replaces the conventional handbrake.
It is on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.
To use, pull the switch. The brake system warning lamp flashes
for approximately 2 seconds then stays lit to confirm that you
applied the electric parking brake. Release the electric parking
brake manually by switching on the ignition, pressing the brake pedal and then
pressing the electric parking brake switch. The parking brake automatically
releases when:
The driver door is closed.
You are accelerating.
There are no faults detected in the parking brake system.
Refer to the
Brakes
chapter of your
Owner's Manual
for more details.
Towing Your Vehicle
Towing your vehicle behind an RV or other vehicle may be limited. Refer to the
Towing
chapter of your
Owner's Manual
for more information.
*if equipped
