Follow the procedure below to use a conveyor-style car wash where you or
an attendant do not remain in the vehicle. Make sure the wiper lever is in the
OFF position (see page 33). You should inform the car wash attendant of this
procedure.
1. When the engine is running, apply the brake pedal and select Neutral (N).
2. Within 5 seconds, press the ENGINE START/STOP button. The vehicle goes

into Accessory mode.

This mode lasts for 15 minutes before the gear changes to Park and the vehicle
turns off.

Sequential Mode*

Use the paddle shifters to change between 1st and 9th gears without removing
your hands from the steering wheel.

When the gear is in D: The vehicle goes into sequential mode momentarily,
and the gear indicator comes on. When you start driving at a constant speed,
sequential mode automatically switches off, and the gear indicator goes off.
When the gear is in D (with SPORT+ mode): The vehicle goes into sequential
mode, and the M (sequential mode) indicator and gear indicator come on.
To cancel this mode, press the IDS button (see page 84) to select a different
mode. When sequential mode is canceled, the M indicator and gear indicator go
off.

6-cylinder models

(-) Paddle shifter:

Pull to shift down

to a lower gear.

(+) Paddle shifter:

Pull to shift up to a

higher gear.

Recommended shift points
Shift up

Acceleration

1st to 2nd

15 mph (24 km/h)

2nd to 3rd

25 mph (40 km/h)

3rd to 4th

40 mph (64 km/h)

4th to 5th

45 mph (72 km/h)

5th to 6th

50 mph (80 km/h)

6th to 7th

55 mph (89 km/h)

7th to 8th

60 mph (97 km/h)

8th to 9th

65 mph (105 km/h)

*if equipped

Braking

Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.

Foot Brake

Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your
vehicle from moving.

Brake Assist System

During hard or emergency braking, the system
increases braking force. The brake pedal may move
slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to
hold the brake pedal firmly down.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

During hard or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to
prevent wheel lockup and help you maintain steering control. The brake pedal
may pulsate slightly during ABS operation; this is normal. Do not pump the brake
pedal, and continue to hold it firmly down.

The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size.

NOTICE

Brake pedal

Electric Parking Brake

Keep your vehicle from moving while parked using a simple switch.

To apply: Pull up the switch. The PARK indicator
appears in the instrument panel.

To release: Press the brake pedal and make sure your
seat belt is fastened. Press the switch down to release.
You can also lightly press the accelerator pedal if your
seat belt is fastened and the vehicle is on and in Drive
(D) or reverse (r).

Pull

up to

apply

Press

down to

release