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CAUTION
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat-
ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi-
cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.
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Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.
■Compact spare tire
The compact spare tire saves space in your luggage compartment,
and its lighter weight helps to enhance fuel economy and permits
easier installation in case of a flat tire.
The compact spare tire is
designed for temporary emer-
gency use only.
The compact spare tire is identi-
fied by the distinctive wording
“TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
molded into the sidewall of the
tire.
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the compact spare tire will
not be warned. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.
■Check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.
(P. 359)
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
LT Light truck
M + S Mud + Snow
MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System
TRAC Traction Control
TWI Treadwear Indicators
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
391 Alphabetical index
If the warning light turns
on ....................................... 315
If you have a flat tire ............ 325
If you lose your keys............. 340
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 311
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 348
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency... 350
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 305
If your vehicle overheats ...... 345
Engine
Compartment........................ 253
Engine switch ....................... 129
Hood ..................................... 250
How to start the engine ........ 129
Identification number ............ 353
If the engine will not start...... 337
Ignition switch ....................... 129
Immobilizer system................. 78
Overheating .......................... 345
Specifications ....................... 354
Warning light ........................ 316
Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 356
Checking .............................. 258
Indicator................................ 145
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 169
Type ..................................... 356
Warning light ........................ 316
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 355
Checking .............................. 254
Grade ................................... 355
Initializing the maintenance
data .................................... 256
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 169
Warning light ................ 316, 318Engine switch ...........................129
Engine oil maintenance
data .........................................256
EPS
EPS .......................................160
Warning light .........................316
Event data recorder .................313
Floor mat...................................232
Fluid
Automatic transmission .........357
Brake .....................................260
Clutch ....................................358
Warning light .................315, 318
Washer ..................................264
Fog lights
Indicator ................................151
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................151
Wattage .................................360
Front fog lights
Indicator ................................151
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................151
Wattage .................................360
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................318
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................40
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................149
Wattage .................................360
Front turn signal lights
Indicator ................................135
Lever .....................................135
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................135
Wattage .................................360
Fuel
Capacity ................................354
Fuel pump shut off system ....312
Gas station information .........400
F
393 Alphabetical index
Luggage compartment features
Auxiliary boxes ..................... 233
Luggage cover...................... 234
Luggage compartment light
Wattage ................................ 360
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself
maintenance ...................... 247
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................ 246
General maintenance ........... 243
Maintenance data ................. 352
Maintenance requirements ... 241
Vehicle exterior..................... 236
Vehicle interior...................... 238
Manual transmission
Manual transmission ............ 134
Oil ......................................... 358
Meter
Instrument panel light
control ................................ 143
Meters .................................. 139
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 67
Side mirror heaters ............... 193
Side mirrors ............................ 68
Vanity mirrors ....................... 228
MP3 disc................................... 208
Noise from under vehicle ......... 20
Odometer ................................. 142
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 254
Manual transmission ............ 358
Warning light ................ 316, 318
Opener
Fuel door ................................ 74
Fuel filler door......................... 74
Hood ..................................... 250Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting .................................68
Folding ....................................69
Overheating, Engine ................345
Parking brake ...........................136
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................149
Wattage .................................360
Personal lights
Switch....................................219
Wattage .................................360
Power outlet .............................231
Power windows ..........................71
Radiator ....................................259
Radio .........................................197
Rear seat
Folding down ...........................45
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................149
Wattage .................................360
Rear turn signal lights
Indicator ................................135
Lever .....................................135
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................135
Wattage .................................360
Rear window defogger ............193
Rear window wiper ..................155
Replacing
Key battery ............................281
Fuses ....................................283
Light bulbs .............................294
Tires ..............................266, 325
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ......................382
M
N
O
P
R
394 Alphabetical index
Seat belts
Adjustment ..............................57
ALR .........................................61
Automatic Locking Retractor ...61
Child restraint system
installation ................... 102, 106
Cleaning and maintaining...... 240
Comfort guide..........................59
ELR .........................................61
Emergency Locking
Retractor .............................. 61
How to wear your seat belt......56
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................62
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use .................................62
Reminder light ....................... 318
Seat belt extenders .................62
Seat belt pretensioners ...........61
Seats
Adjustment ..............................40
Adjustment precautions........... 42
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ...... 102, 106
Cleaning ................................ 238
Folding down the rear seat......45
Folding down the rear seat
precautions ...........................49
Front seat adjustment .............40
Front seat adjustment
precautions ...........................42
Head restraint..........................50
Properly sitting in the seat .......83
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 145
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ......... 132
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 339
Manual transmission ............. 134
Shift lock system..................... 339
Side airbags................................85Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 294
Switch ................................... 149
Wattage................................. 360
Side mirror
Adjusting ................................. 68
Defogger ............................... 193
Folding .................................... 69
Spare tire
Identification number............. 364
Inflation pressure .......... 272, 359
Information ............................ 364
Replacing .............................. 325
Size ....................................... 359
Storage location .................... 325
Spark plug ................................ 356
Specifications .......................... 352
Speedometer ............................ 139
Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 66
Column lock release ............. 130
Electric power steering.......... 160
EPS ....................................... 160
Specification.......................... 359
Warning light ......................... 316
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 294
Wattage................................. 360
Storage features
Auxiliary boxes .............. 220, 225
Bottle holders ................ 220, 223
Cup holders................... 220, 222
Glove boxes .................. 220, 221
Storage precautions ................ 167
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 348
Sun visors ................................ 227
Switch
Cruise control ........................ 156
Emergency flashers
switch.................................. 304
Engine switch ........................ 129S
395 Alphabetical index
Fog lights switch ................... 151
Hazard lights switch ............. 304
Ignition switch ....................... 129
Headlights switch ................. 149
Light switch........................... 149
Power door lock switch........... 32
Power window switch ............. 71
Turn signal lights .................. 135
VSC OFF switch ................... 162
Window lock switch ................ 72
Wiper and washer ........ 152, 155
Tachometer .............................. 139
Tail lights
Indicator................................ 149
Replacing light bulbs ............ 294
Switch ................................... 149
Wattage ................................ 360
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...................................... 80
Engine immobilizer system..... 78
Theft prevention labels ........... 82
Theft prevention labels ............. 82
Tire inflation pressure ............ 272
Tire information
Glossary ............................... 371
Size ...................................... 368
Tire identification number ..... 367
Uniform tire quality
grading ............................... 369
Tires
Chains .................................. 169
Checking .............................. 266
If you have a flat tire ............. 325
Identification number ............ 364
Inflation pressure .......... 272, 359
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 267
Information ........................... 364
Replacing ..................... 266, 325
Rotating tires ........................ 266
Size ...................................... 359
Snow tires............................. 169
Spare tire .............................. 325Tire pressure warning
system ........................266, 318
Warning light .........................318
Tools .........................................325
Total load capacity...................168
Towing
Dinghy towing................181, 182
Emergency towing.................305
Trailer towing.................172, 173
Trip meter .................................142
Turn signal lights
Indicator ................................135
Lever .....................................135
Replacing light bulbs .............294
Switch....................................135
Wattage .................................360
Vanity mirrors...........................228
Vehicle identification
number ...................................353
Vehicle stability control...........160
VSC............................................160
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................315
Seat belt reminder .................318
Warning lights
ABS .......................................316
Airbag system .......................316
Anti-lock brake system ..........316
Brake system ........................316
Charging system ...................316
Driver’s seat belt ...................318
Electric power steering
system ................................316
Electronic engine control
system ................................316
Engine oil replacement..........318
EPS system...........................316
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 316
Front passenger’s seat belt ...318
T
V
W
396 Alphabetical index
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 316
Low brake fluid ...................... 315
Low engine oil pressure ........ 316
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 318
Low washer fluid ................... 318
Malfunction ............................ 316
Open door ............................. 318
Seat belt ................................ 318
Seat belt pretensioner
system ................................ 316
SRS ....................................... 316
SRS airbag system ............... 316
Tire pressure ......................... 318
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 318
VSC OFF............................... 316
Washer
Checking ............................... 264
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 169
Switch.................................... 152
Warning light ......................... 318
Washing and waxing ............... 236
Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 165
Load limits ............................. 168
Weight ................................... 352
Wheels ...................................... 276
Window
glasses ............71, 193, 236, 238
Window lock switch ...................72
Windows
Cleaning and
protecting .................... 236, 238
Power windows .......................71
Rear window defogger .......... 193
Washer .................................. 152
Windshield wipers................... 152
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the key battery...... 281
Wireless remote control ..........28
WMA disc .................................. 208