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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenanceDo-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 239
Hood................................... 242
Positioning a floor jack ....... 243
Engine compartment .......... 245
Tires ................................... 258
Tire inflation pressure......... 264
Wheels ............................... 268
Air conditioning filter ........... 270
Key battery ......................... 273
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 275
Light bulbs .......................... 286
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ........... 296
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 297
If you think something is wrong ............................... 303
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 304
Event data recorder............ 305
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 307
If you have a flat tire ........... 317
If the engine will not start ... 329
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 331
If you lose your keys .......... 332 If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 333
If your vehicle overheats..... 337
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 340
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 344
Fuel information .................. 353
Tire information................... 356
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 369
Items to initialize ................. 371
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................. 374
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 375
Abbreviation list ........................ 380
Alphabetical index .................... 381
What to do if... ........................... 389
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 228
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 230
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 233
General maintenance....... 235
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 238 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 239
Hood ................................ 242
Positioning a floor jack ..... 243
Engine compartment ........ 245
Tires ................................. 258
Tire inflation pressure ...... 264
Wheels ............................. 268
Air conditioning filter......... 270
Key battery ....................... 273
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 275
Light bulbs........................ 286
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Air conditioning filter (if equipped)
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Pinch the latches.
Remove the filter cover.
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Maintenance and care
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
Pull out the filter.
Rotate the filter to remove it.
■ Installing method
Set a new filter.
The“ UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.
Rotate the filter.
Push in the filter.
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NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 178
ABSABS ...................................... 155
Warning light ........................ 308
Air conditioning filter .............. 270
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 270
Air conditioning
system................................ 178
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 84
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 88
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 84
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 88
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 93
General airbag precautions .... 88
Indicators ................................ 93
Locations of airbags ............... 81
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 92
Proper driving posture ...... 79, 88
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 84
Side airbag precautions.......... 88
SRS airbags ........................... 81
Warning light ........................ 308
Alarm .......................................... 76
Antenna ............................ 191, 228
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-lock brake system ......... 155
Warning light ........................ 308
Audio input .............................. 209
Audio system Antenna ................................ 191
Audio input ........................... 209
AUX adapter ......................... 209
CD player ............................. 195
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 200
Optimal use .......................... 207 Portable music player............209
Radio .....................................189
Type ......................................187
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........128
Fluid ......................................349
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................331
Indicators...............................128
Shift lock system .... ...............331
AUX adapter .............................209
Auxiliary boxes ................217, 225
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............286
Wattage .................................352
Back door ...................................36
Battery Checking ...............................253
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................333
Preparing and checking before winter .......................161
Voltage ..................................349
Warning light .........................308
Bottle holders ...........................215
Brakes Fluid ......................................252
Parking brake ........................132
Specifications ........................350
Warning light .........................307
Break-in tips .............................118
Care Exterior ..................................228
Interior ...................................230
Seat belts ..............................231
Cargo capacity .........................157
CD player ..................................195
Chains .......................................161A
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