Front seat warmers (if equipped)
Seat warmers are provided to warm the seats during cold weather.
WARNING
The seat warmers can cause a SERIOUS BURN, even at low temperatures and especially if used for long periods of time.
Passengers must be able to feel if the seat is becoming too warm so they can turn it off, if needed.
People who cannot detect temperature change or pain to the skin should use extreme caution, especially the following types of passengers:
WARNING
NEVER place anything on the seat that insulates against heat when the seat warmer is in operation, such as a blanket or seat cushion. This may cause the seat warmer to overheat, causing a burn or damage to the seat.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the seat warmers and seats:
While the vehicle is in the ready () mode, push either of the switches to warm the driver's seat or front passenger's seat.
During mild weather or under conditions where the operation of the seat warmer is not needed, keep the switches in the OFF position.
Information
With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns off or on automatically depending on the seat temperature.
Rear seat warmers
While the vehicle is in the ready () mode, push either of the switches to warm the rear seat.
During mild weather or under conditions where the operation of the seat warmer is not needed, keep the switches in the OFF position.
Each time you push the switch, the temperature setting of the seat is changed as follows :
The seat warmer defaults to the OFF position whenever the Engine Start/ Stop button is placed in the ON position.
Information
With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns off or on automatically depending on the seat temperature.
Battery cooling duct
■ Hybrid vehicle
■ Plug-in hybrid vehicle
The high voltage battery cooling duct is located on the left side of the rear seats. The cooling duct cools down the high voltage battery.
When the high voltage battery cooling duct is blocked, the high voltage battery may be overheated. Do not obstruct the cooling duct with any other objects.
Seat belt warning light
As a reminder to the driver, the seat belt warning light will illuminate and warning chime will sound for approximately 6 seconds each time you place the Engine Start/Stop button to the ON position if the seat belt is unfastened.