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Park the vehicle on f irm, level and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park (automatic)
or reverse (manual). Apply the
parking brake.
If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area that is
far away from the traffic lanes.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
The tools are in the trunk. Open
the trunk and raise the trunk f loor
by lif ting up on the back edge.
Take the tool kit out of the trunk.
Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of its well.
5.
4.
3.
2.
1.
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
357
TRUNK FLOOR
JACKSPARE TIRE
TOOL KIT
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
To jump start your vehicle:
Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: heater, A/C, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in neutral (manual)
or Park (automatic), and set the
parking brake.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.
The numbers in the illustrations
show you the order to connect the
jumper cables.
1.
2.
Jump Starting
364
2.4engine models
BOOSTER BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully.
Slow down by shif ting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see on page ).
The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and as
a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
f ully release the parking brake.
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake f luid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it f eels normal.
If it does, check the brake f luid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ).
If the f luid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads. If the ABS indicator and the VSA
system indicator come on with the
brake system indicator, have your
vehicle inspected by your dealer
immediately.
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Emergency
Towing
Brake System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
371
U.S. Canada
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Specif ications (2.4engine models)
Technical Inf ormation
385
Lights
Battery Fuses
Tires
Alignment
12 V 60 W (HB3)
12 V 51 W (HB4)
12 V 21/5 W
21 W
12 V 21 W
Headlights
Front turn signal/parking lights
Front side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Back-up lights
Stop/taillights
License plate lights
High-mount brake light
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Front door courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights
12 V 2 W
12 V 2 CP
12 V 5 W 12 V 8 W
12 V 8 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 21/5 W
12 V 3 CP
12 V
Capacity 12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 36 AH/5 HR
38 AH/5HR
45 AH/20 HR
47 AH/20 HR
52 AH/5 HR
65 AH/20 HR Interior
Under-hood
Size
Pressure
P215/60R16 94H
P225/50R17 93V
T135/80D16 101M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Toe-in
Camber
Caster 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0°1°
3°48’
See page377or the fuse label
attached on the side panel.
See page378or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door.
See page376or the fuse box
cover.
High
Low
: Passenger’s side
Driver’s side
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
1:
2:
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
(Amber)
LX, LX-P
EX, EX-L
PZEV engine model, and Canadian models
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Specif ications (V6 models)
Technical Inf ormation
387
Fuses
Tires
Alignment
Lights
Battery 12 V 60 W (HB3)
12 V 51 W (HB4)
12 V 21/5 W
3CP
12 V
12 V 55 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 21 W Interior
Under-hood
See page377or the fuse label
attached on the side panel.
See page378or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door.
See page376or the fuse box
cover.
Size
Pressure P225/50R17 93V
T135/80D16 101M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
Toe-in
Camber
Caster 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0°1°
3°48’
Headlights
Front turn signal/parking lights
Front side marker lights
Fog lights
Rear turn signal lights
Back-up lights
Stop/taillights
License plate lights
High-mount brake light
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Front door courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights
Capacity
12 V
12 V60 AH/5 HR
72 AH/20 HR
12 V 2 W
12 V 2 CP
12 V 5 W
12 V 8 W
12 V 8 W
21 W
12 V
12 V 5 W
12 V 21/5 W
High
Low
(Amber)
: Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Driver’s side
Passenger’s side
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Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
(80to97km/h)foratleast20
minutes. Drive on the highway in
D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do
notusethecruisecontrol.When
traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot
do this f or a continuous 90
seconds because of traf f ic
conditions, drive f or at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).If the testing f acility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your dealer.Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traf f ic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast f or several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine of f f or 30
minutes.
7.
8.
9.
Emissions T esting
398
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....................................
Accessories .271
ACCESSORY
...............
(Ignition Key Position) .78
............
Accessory Power Sockets .111
..................
Active Head Restraints .96
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .317
...........................
Advanced Airbags .25
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,21
..........
Airbag System Components .21
......
Air Conditioning System .120,125
.................................
Usage .123,126
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .343
......................................
Antif reeze .320
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .58,291
...................................
Operation .291
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System .213
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock .78
................................
Audio System .133
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .80
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .19
.............
Automatic Speed Control .223
..............
Automatic Transmission .284
..................
Capacity, Fluid .384,386 .......................................
Shif ting .284
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .284
................
Shif t Lever Positions .284
....................
Shif t Lock Release .287
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .212
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .56,369
............................
Jump Starting .364
..............................
Maintenance .351
....................
Specif ications .385,387
..............................
Bef ore Driving .259
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
.........................
Beverage Holders .111
.......
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.230
..................................
Booster Seats .48
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .291
.............
Break-in, New Linings .260
....................
Bulb Replacement .334
...........................................
Fluid .326
.......................................
Parking .109.................
System Indicator .57,371
........................
Wear Indicators .290
.............................
Braking System .290
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle .260
..
Brightness Control, Instruments .72
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights .334
..............................
Brake Lights .334
.................................
Fog Lights .336
................
Front Parking Lights .332
.................................
Headlights .329
.........
High-mount Brake Light .335
................................
Rear Lights .334
....................
Specif ications .385,387
............
Turn Signal Lights .332,334
......................
Bulbs, Halogen .329,336
...................
Capacities Chart .384,386
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard .51
.............................
Carrying Cargo .273
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
.........................................
CD Care .206
Index
A
B
C
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .3,54
..........
Daytime Running Lights .61,71
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator .61
.................................
Dead Battery .364
.........
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .402
................
Def ogger, Rear Window .74
......
Def rosting the Windows .124,129
............................
Dimensions .384,386
...............
Dimming the Headlights .69
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .323
..................................
Engine Oil .266
..........................
Directional Signals .69
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .290
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .319
Doors ..........................
Auto Door Lock .80
.......................
Auto Door Unlock .83
..............
Childproof Door Locks .86
..............
Locking and Unlocking .79
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading .388
..........................
CD Changer .163,194
.......................................
CD Player .141
........................
Certif ication Label .382
............................................
Chains .349
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .357
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .318
......................................
When to .307
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Charging System Indicator .56,369
............
Check Fuel Cap Message .262
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving .280
.....................................
Child Saf ety .33
..............................
Booster Seats .48
.............................
Child Seats .40,41
Important Saf ety ..........................
Reminders .33-50
..........................................
Inf ants .38
..........................
Larger Children .47
.........................................
LATCH .42
......................
Risks with Airbags .34
.............................
Small Children .39
..........................................
Tether .46
...........................
Warning Labels .52
..........
Where Should a Child Sit .34
.......................................
Child Seats .33
.........................................
LATCH .42 ..........
Tether Anchorage Points .46
..................
Childproof Door Locks .86
................
Cleaning the Seat Belts .338
...............
Climate Control System .125
..............................................
Clock .214
...................................
Clutch Fluid .327
..................
CO in the Exhaust .51,396
............
Cold Weather, Starting in .281
..............................
Compact Spare .356
.........................................
Compass .219
.................
Console Compartment .112
.................
Consumer Inf ormation .400
.............
Controls, Instruments and .53
Coolant
........................................
Adding .320
....................................
Checking .267
.........................
Proper Solution .320
...................
Temperature Gauge .66
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .394
................
Cruise Control Indicator .62
............
Cruise Control Operation .223
.........................
Customer Service .400
Index
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