Vehicle Specifications

5. Steering wheel control

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  • The message ("Check surroundings. Drive slowly") will appear when the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position. The steering wheel will be controlled automatically.
  • The system will be canceled if you firmly hold the steering wheel while it is being controlled automatically.
  • The system will be canceled if the vehicle speed exceeds 7 km/h.

WARNING

Do not place your hands between the spokes of the steering wheel while it is being controlled automatically.

CAUTION

  • Always drive slowly with the brake pedal depressed.
  • Always check for objects around the vehicle before driving.
  • If the vehicle does not move even though the brake pedal is not depressed, look around before depressing the accelerator pedal. Make sure not to exceed 7 km/h.

✽ NOTICE

  • If you do not follow the instructions above, the vehicle may not be parked properly. However, if the Smart Parking Assist System warning sound (object distance within 30 cm: continuous tone) sounds, slowly drive the vehicle in reverse away from the detected object after checking the surroundings.
  • Always check the surroundings before driving the vehicle if the Smart Parking Assist System warning sound (object distance within 30 cm: continuous tone) sounds, indicating an object is close to your vehicle.

Canceling the System During Parking

Press the Smart Parking Assist System button or turn the steering wheel to the left or right.

Shifting Gears During Steering Control

When a message ("Shift to 1st Gear", "Shift to R", "Shift to D") appears with an audible signal, shift the gear and drive the vehicle with the brake pedal depressed.

CAUTION

Always check the surroundings before releasing the brake pedal.

WARNING

Always be careful when parking near other vehicles or pedestrians.

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