Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. You should
have no problem with carbon
monoxide entering the vehicle in
normal driving if you maintain your
vehicle properly.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:
High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
Select the f resh air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the f an on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
The vehicle is raised f or an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside.
With the tailgate/hatch glass open,
airflow can pull exhaust gas into your
vehicle’s interior and create a
hazardous condition. If you must
drive with the tailgate/hatch glass
open, open all the windows and set
the heating and cooling system as
shown below.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconf ined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system as f ollows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
50
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
Help assure your vehicle’s f uture
reliability and perf ormance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the f irst 600 miles (1,000 km).
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
Do not change the oil until the
scheduled maintenance time.
Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst
200 miles (300 km).
During this period:
You should also f ollow these
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are replaced.
Do not tow a trailer.
Your vehicle is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 87 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
a persistent, heavy metallic rapping
noise that can lead to engine damage.
We recommend using gasoline
containing detergent additives that
help prevent f uel system and engine
deposits.
In addition, in order to maintain good
perf ormance, f uel economy, and
emissions control, we strongly
recommend, in areas where it is
available, the use of gasoline that
does NOT contain manganese-based
f uel additives such as MMT.
Use of gasoline with these additives
may adversely af f ect perf ormance,
and cause the malfunction indicator
lamp on your instrument panel to
come on. If this happens, contact
your authorized dealer f or service.
Some gasoline today is blended with
oxygenates such as ethanol or
MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to
operate on oxygenated gasoline
containing up to 10 percent ethanol
by volume and up to 15 percent
MTBE by volume. Do not use
gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
For f urther important f uel-related
inf ormation, please ref er to your
.
Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation
Quick Start Guide
Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
142
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil, it
displays the API Certif ication Seal
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals given in the maintenance
schedule.
1.
2.
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
Changing the Oil and Filter
194
WASHER
OIL DRAIN BOLT
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Check the oil f ilter to make sure
its gasket did not stick to the
engine block. A stuck gasket could
cause an oil leak.
4.
3.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
195
OIL FILTER
33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)
4.4 US qt (4.2)
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
If you store your vehicle f or 1 year or
longer, have your dealer perf orm the
inspections called f or in the 2 years/
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic).
187
Vehicle Storage
218
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Specif ications
246
Capacities
Engine
Weights
Dimensions Capacities 181.0 in (4,597 mm)1.43 US gal (5.4)1.88 US gal (7.1)
1.45 US gal (5.5) 1.90 US gal (7.2)
3.3 US qt (3.1) 3.1 US qt (2.9)
7.6 US qt (7.2) 6.9 US qt (6.5)2.0 US qt (1.9)2.4 US qt (2.3)
1.1 US qt (1.0) 1.3 US qt (1.2)
4.8 US qt (4.5) 2.6 US qt (2.5)
0.16 US gal (0.6)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in theengineReserve tank capacity:
Fuel tank
Engine oil
5.6 US qt (5.3) 4.2 US qt (4.0)4.4 US qt (4.2)
15.3 US gal (58)
Type
BorexStroke DisplacementCompression ratioSpark plugs
Gross vehicle weight rating
Length
Width HeightWheelbaseTrack
See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
SKJ20DR-M11 IZFR6K-119.6 : 1144 cu-in (2,354 cm)3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)
60.6 in (1,538 mm) 60.4 in (1,533 mm)103.1 in (2,620 mm)66.2 in (1,682 mm)70.2 in (1,782 mm)181.8 in (4,617 mm)Engine coolant
Automatic transmissionfluid
Manual transmissionfluidReardifferentialfluid (4WD)Windshieldwasherreservoir
Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
Approx.
Front Rear
Change
Without filter Total
1: 2:
Change Total
Change TotalChange4WD2WDTotal4WD2WDChangeTotal
Change Total
U.S. Vehicles CanadaVehicles (NGK) (DENSO)
1 : U.S. SE model and Canada EX-L model
Automatic Transmission
Manual Transmission
1
2
2
1
Including filter
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....................
Cargo, How to Carry .150
Cassette Player ....................................
Care .115, 131
...........................
Operation .113, 129
..............
CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
.........................................
CD Care .134
..........................
CD Changer .111, 125
CD Changer Error ...........................
Messages .112, 128
.....................
CD Error Messages .112
..............................
CD Player .109, 124
.................................
Center Pocket .95
....................................
Center Table .94
........................
Certif ication Label .244
.................................
Chains, Tires .216
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .220
.................................
Changing Oil .194
........................................
How to .194
......................................
When to .187
...
Charging System Indicator . 56,233
..............
Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 157
.....................................
Child Saf ety .32
..............................
Booster Seats .47
.............................
Child Seats .32, 39
.....
Important Saf ety Reminders . 32..........................................
Inf ants .37
............................
Large Children .46
.........................................
LATCH .41
......................
Risks with Airbags .33
.............................
Small Children .38
.........................................
Tethers .45
...........................
Warning Labels .34
.........
Where Should a Child Sit? . 33
.................................
Child Seats .32, 39
.........................................
LATCH .41
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 45
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 73
.......................
Cleaning Seat Belts .208
..............................................
Clock .137
...................................
Clutch Fluid .202
........................
CO in the Exhaust .251
.........................................
Coin Tray .93
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 158
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 256
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant ........................................
Adding .196
....................................
Checking .146
.........................
Proper Solution .196
...................
Temperature Gauge . 62Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................
System .251
................
Cruise Control Indicator . 58
............
Cruise Control Operation . 138
.....................................
Cup Holders .91
.............
Customer Service Of f ice . 256
................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard .3, 54
................
Daytime Running Lights . 67
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .59
.................................
Dead Battery .229
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 258
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 68
..............
Def rosting the Windows . 101
.........................
Detachable Anchor .85
....................................
Dimensions .246
.........
Dimming the Headlights . 66,67
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 199
..................................
Engine Oil .145
..........................
Directional Signals .66
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 167
Index
D
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CONT INUED
.......................................
Disc Care .134
........................
Disc Changer .111, 125
...........................................
Care .134
...........................
Operation .111, 125
Disc Changer Error .............................
Message .112, 128
.........
Disc Player Error Message . 112
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .195
Doors ..............
Childproof Door Locks . 73
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 73
......................
Power Door Locks .73
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
Downshif ting, Manual .............................
Transmission .159
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving .155
....................................
Economy .147
........................
Driving Guidelines .156
........................................
D3 Mode .163
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter . 209
..............................
Economy, Fuel .147 ..................................
Emergencies .219
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 229
...........
Brake System Indicator . 235
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 220
.....
Charging System Indicator . 233
..................
Checking the Fuses . 237
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers . 67
............................
Jump Starting .229
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 233
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 234
...
Manually Closing Moonroof . 236
..................
Overheated Engine . 231
.......................................
Towing .242
...........................
Emergency Brake .68
......................
Emergency Flashers .67
......................
Emergency Towing .242
.......................
Emissions Controls .251
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 254
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 196
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 62
.........................
If It Won’t Start .227
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .56, 234
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 56,233
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 193...............................
Overheating .231
............................
Specif ications .246
....................
Speed Limiter . 160,164
.......................................
Starting .158
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .142
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 251
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .50
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .16
.....................................
Fan, Interior .99
...........................................
Features .97
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 143
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .209
...............................................
Oil .194
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 67
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 220
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