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Instruments and controls / Tilt / telescopic steering wheel
& Heated Steering Wheel system ( if equipped )
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The Heated Steering Wheel system warms the steering wheel at the constant temperature .
1 ) |
Heated Steering Wheel switch |
2 ) |
Indicator light |
3 ) |
Heated area |
To turn on the Heated Steering Wheel system , pull the Heated Steering Wheel switch when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” or “ ACC ” position . Then the steering wheel will be warmed and the indicator light on the switch will illuminate .
To turn off the Heated Steering Wheel system , pull the switch again . Then the indicator light will turn off .
CAUTION
. Use the Heated Steering Wheel system with the engine running . Otherwise , the battery voltage may drop below the permissible level and it may not be possible to start the engine .
. There is a possibility that people with delicate skin may suffer slight burns even at low temperatures if they use the Heated Steering Wheel for a long period of time . When using the Heated Steering Wheel , always be sure to warn the persons concerned .
. Do not cover the Heated Steering Wheel with an object such as a steering wheel cover . Doing so may cause the Heated Steering Wheel to overheat .
. Do not spill liquid on the steering wheel . If liquid is spilled , wipe it off immediately and dry it before using the Heated Steering Wheel system .
NOTE
. If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is approximately above 1048F ( 408C ) when the Heated Steering
Wheel system is turned on , the system will not heat the steering wheel . Then , the indicator light will continue to illuminate . . The Heated Steering Wheel system will automatically turn off approximately 30 minutes after the Heated Steering Wheel system has been turned on . . The temperature of the Heated Steering Wheel system cannot be adjusted .