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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 to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake.
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.Open the hatch.
Remove the cargo area floor by
caref ully pulling the f ront edge of
the f loor straight up.
4. 3.
2. 1.
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
387
HOLDER
FLOOR
TABThe 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.To jump start your vehicle:
The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.
You cannot start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the 12 volt
battery.
Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: climate control, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in Park, and set the
parking brake.
1.
2.
Jump Starting
396
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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Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
check the high temperature
indicator. If the high heat is due to
overloading, the engine should
start to cool down almost
immediately. If it does, wait until
the high temperature indicator
goes of f , then continue driving.
If the high temperature indicator
stays on, turn of f the engine.Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page ). Add coolant if the level is
below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the high
temperature indicator goes of f
bef ore checking the radiator.
1. 2.
3.
4.5.
6.
7.
289 412
If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
399
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
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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.
Slow down 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 (seeon page ). If this indicator comes on f or any
other reason, have your vehicle
inspected by your dealer. There may
be a malfunction with the electric
brake distribution (EBD) system.
Avoidhardbrakingandhighspeed
driving.
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 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 ). 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. If you do not release the
parking brake, the indicator will stay
on, and you will see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display. You will also see a ‘‘BRAKE FLUID
LOW’’ or ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
412
357 89
Brake System Indicator
Emergency
Towing
(Red)
404
U.S.
Canada
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be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the tires (f ront) and lif t them
of f the ground. The other two tires
remain on the ground. The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck. Start the engine.
Press on the brake pedal. Move
the shif t lever through all its
positions.
Shif t to D position and hold f or 5
seconds, then to N.
Turn of f the engine.
Release the parking brake.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.Wheel-lif t Equipment
Flat -bed Equipment
T his is an
acceptable way to tow your
vehicle. T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
Emergency Towing
412
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine, your vehicle must be
transported with the f ront wheels of f
the ground.
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
419
Air Conditioning
Tires Alignment Fuses 12 Volt Battery
Lights HFC-134a (R-134a)
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10
12 V 60 W
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
12 V 55 W
Size
Pressure Toe-in
Camber
Caster Interior
Under-hood
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm)
175/65R15 84S 3°20’
1°
0°
0.1 in (2.5 mm)
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
Capacity
12 V
12 V 35 AH/20 HR
28 AH/5 HR
12 V 21 W
T135/80D15 99M
12 V 5 W
See page
410or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 411or the fuse box
cover.
Headlights
Front turn signal lights
Front parking lights
Front side marker lights
Side turn signal lights
(door mirror)
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/taillights
Back-up lights
Rear side marker lights
License plate lights
Spot lights
Ceiling light
Cargo area light
High-mount brake light
Glove box light
12 V 3.4 W12 V 12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
5W
8W
8W
5W
2CP
16 W
12 V 21 W
Replacement of a light bulb should be done by your dealer. 5W
12 V
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
High
Low
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
1:
2: (HB3)
(H11)
(Amber)
LED type
LED type
LED type
EX models (Amber)
1
1 1 2
2
2
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Accessories .293
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .128
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Accessory Power Socket . 153
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Active Head Restraints . 141
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Additives, Engine Oil . 348
.............................
Airbag (SRS) .10, 25
...
Airbags, Additional Information . 25
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 37
..........
AdvancedAirbagSystem . 30
.............................
Airbag Service .36
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .35
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .34
..
How the SRS Indicator Works . 34
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .28
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 32
How Your Side Curtain Airbags .........................................
Work .33
........................
SRS Components .25
..............
Air Conditioning System . 160
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .376 ................................
Ambient Meter .72
......................................
Antif reeze .353
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .64, 326
...................................
Operation .326
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 253
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .128
..........................................
Armrest .143
................................
Audio System .166
.......................
Auto Door Locking .107
...................
Auto Door Unlocking . 108
................................
Auto Idle Stop .321
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 23
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 257
.
Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 311
..........................
Capacity,Fluid .418
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 356
Paddle Shif ters in the ..............................
D Position .316
Paddle Shif ters in the ...............................
S Position .319
.....
Recommended Shif t Points . 320
.......................................
Shif ting .312
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .311 ................
Shif t Lever Positions . 313
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 315
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .252
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .63, 402
............................
Jump Starting .396
..............................
Maintenance .381
............................
Specif ications .419
..............................
Bef ore Driving .283
....................................
Belts,Seat .9,21
...........................
Beverage Holder .149
.......
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink. 259
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 326
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 284
....................
Bulb Replacement .365
...........................................
Fluid .357
...................
Pad Wear Indicator . 325
.......................................
Parking .148
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System Indicator . 63,64,404
Index
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Braking System .324
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 284
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .121
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .365
..............................
Brake Lights .365
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 364
.........
Front Turn Signal Lights . 363
.................................
Headlights .359
..........................
Parking Lights .362
..........
Rear Turn Signal Lights . 365
............................
Specif ications .419
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .359
.........................................
Card, PC .215
.........................
Cargo Area Cover .150
..........................
Cargo Area Light .158
............................
Capacities Chart .418
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 56
.............................
Carrying Cargo .295
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
..................................
Ceiling Light .157
...............................
Center Pocket .155 ...................................
Center Tray .155
........................
Certif ication Label .416
............................................
Chains .379
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Changing a Flat Tire .387
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .350
......................................
When to .337
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Charging System Indicator . 63,402
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 302
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Child Saf ety . 38
Child Seats .............
LATCH Anchor System . 47
.............................
Lower Anchor . 47
............................
Tether Anchor . 50
................
Childproof Door Locks . 131
.............................
Climate Control .160
.........................
Clock, Setting the .254
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CO in the Exhaust .425
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 303
..............................
Compact Spare .386
.................
Console Compartment . 154
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Controls, Instruments and . 59
Coolant ........................................
Adding .353
....................................
Checking .289
.........................
Proper Solution .353 ...............
Temperature Indicator . 67
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .425
............
Cruise Control Operation . 256
.........................
Customer Service .432
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DANGER, Explanation of . iii
...................................
Dashboard .3, 60
..............
Daytime Running Lights . 120
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 434
..............
Def ogger, Rear Window . 123
..............
Def rosting the Windows . 163
....................................
Dimensions .418
.............
Dimming the Headlights . 119
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 356
..................................
Engine Oil .288
........................
Directional Signals .118
Disc Brake Pad Wear ...................................
Indicators .325
............................
Disc Player .173, 204
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Disposal of Used Oil .352
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