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Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
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Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine, then open the hood.
1. Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle’s battery
terminal.
Connect the other end of the first jumper
2.
cable to the assisting vehicle’s
terminal.
Use a 12 volt booster battery only.
Connect the second jumper cable to the
3.
assisting vehicle’s
terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine. If your vehicle is connected to another
5.
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its rpm slightly. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If
6.
it turns over slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable ends to touch each other while attaching or detaching the jumper cables. Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
WARNING
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.
Assisting
Vehicle’s Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating Overheating symptoms are as follows:The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
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Steam is coming out of the engine compartment.
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First Thing to Do
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Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
1.
Put the shift lever to P (CVT) or N (manual transmission) and set the
parking brake. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
No steam coming out:
2. Keep the engine running and open the hood.
Steam coming out: Turn off the engine and wait until steam goes away.
Then, open the hood.
How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE Continuing to drive with the high temperature indicator on may damage the engine.
WARNING
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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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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Reasons for the Indicator to Come On
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
What to Do as Soon as the Indicator Comes On
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Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
1.
If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
2.
What to Do After Parking the Vehicle
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Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
1.
Open the hood and check the oil level.
2.
Add oil as necessary.
Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
3.
The light goes out: Start driving again.
The light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
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Index
Index O to S
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O
Odometer .........................................................................84
Oil (Engine)
....................................................................247
Adding ...........................................................................
249
Checking .......................................................................
24 8
Displaying Oil Life ....................................................
241
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..........................
68,299
Recommended Engine Oil .........................
2 4 7, 3 13
Viscosity ........................................................................
247
Opening/Closing Hatch ...............................................................................
10 4
Hood ...............................................................................
246
Power Windows .......................................................
107
Outside Temperature Display
............................84
Overheating
..................................................................297
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift Mode)
......................................................................20,204
Panic Mode
....................................................................10 0
Parking
...................................................................223,230
Parking Brake
...............................................................219
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
................................................................68,302
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .......................53
Passing Indicators
.....................................................11 0
Power Flow Monitor
.................................................88
Power Windows
.........................................................107
Precautions While Driving
................................200
Rain .................................................................................
200
Pregnant Women
........................................................39
Puncture (Tire)
............................................................287
R
Radiator ............................................................................253
Radio (AM/FM)
..................................................14 3 ,15 4
Radio Data System (RDS)
.....................................14 4
RDS (Radio Data System)
.....................................14 4
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)
..........317
Rear Cargo Console
.................................................128
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
.............................................................................11 6
Rearview Mirror
.........................................................11 8
Refueling
.........................................................................231
Fuel Gauge ..............................................................
14 , 81
Gasoline ..............................................................
231,312
Low Fuel Indicator ......................................................
70
Regulations .................................................2 17, 2 7 2 , 3 15
Remote Transmitter
................................................10 0
Replacement Battery ............................................................................
279
Bulbs ................................................................................
258
Fuses ...............................................................................
304
Tires .................................................................................
275
Wiper Blade Rubber ...............................................
266
Reporting Safety Defects U.S. Vehicle
......316
Resetting a Trip Meter
............................................84
S
Safety Check ....................................................................33
Safety Labels
..................................................................65
Safety Message
..............................................................27
Seat Belts
...........................................................................34
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .........................
36
Checking .........................................................................
40
Fastening .........................................................................
37
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .......................................................................
60
Pregnant Women .......................................................
39
Reminder ........................................................................
35
Warning Indicator ................................................
35,70
Seats
....................................................................................119
Adjusting ......................................................................
119
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