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Maintenance Under the Hood Engine Coolant
Radiator
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1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
2.
relieve any pressure in the cooling system. Do not press the cap down when turning. Push down and turn the radiator cap
3.
counterclockwise to remove it. The coolant level should be up to the base
4.
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
5.
fully.Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
6.
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
Radiator
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.Radiator Cap
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leaves streaks and the metal wiper arm may scratch the window glass. Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the passenger side.
2. Push the lock tab up.Slide the blade from the wiper arm.
3.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE When replacing a wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield.
Lock Tab
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainer from the rubber blade that has been removed, and mount it to a new rubber blade.
Correctly align the rubber protrusion
and the retainer groove.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the bottom end.
The tab on the blade should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
7.
then push down the lock tab. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
8.
then the driver side.
Blade
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber1. Raise the wiper arm off. Slide the wiper blade out from the wiper
2.
arm while pushing the lock tab.
3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Remove the retainer from wiper blade and mount it to a new rubber blade.Slide the wiper blade onto the holder.
5.
Make sure it is engaged correctly, then
install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm.
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE When replacing the wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the rear window.
Tabbed End
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12 Volt Battery
Checking the 12 Volt Battery
Check the battery condition monthly. Look at the test indicator window and check the terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead: The audio system is disabled.
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Entering the Security Code P.140
The clock resets.
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Setting the Clock P.98
The navigation system is disabled. A PIN code will be required.
•
Refer to the navigation system manual.
Charging the 12 Volt Battery Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system. Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
Test Indicator Window 12 Volt Battery
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.Wash your hands after handling. The test indicator's color information is on the battery. When you ind corrosion, clean the battery terminals by applying a baking powder and water solution. Rinse the terminals with water. Cloth/towel dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion. If the 12 volt battery is disconnected or goes dead, the IMA battery level gauge reading may show less than the actual level the next time you turn the ignition switch to ON
. It will show the correct
level after you drive for about 30 minutes.
WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation. A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you. Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do any battery maintenance.
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Cleaning Interior Care
Floor Mats
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The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor anchors, which keep the mat from sliding forward. To remove the mat for cleaning, turn each anchor knob to the unlock position. When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn each knob to the lock position. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat.
Maintaining Genuine Leather
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Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently. Pay close attention to the pleats and seams. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with a 90% water and 10% neutral wool detergent solution. Then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
Floor Mats
If you use any loor mats that were not originally provided with your vehicle, make sure they are designed for your speciic vehicle, it correctly and are securely anchored by the loor anchors.
Driver’s loor mat is shown.
Unlock
Lock
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact spare. It should be set to the speciied pressure.Speciied Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h).Replace with a full size tire as soon as possible. The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are speciically for this model.Do not use them with another vehicle.Do not use another type of compact spare tire or wheel with your vehicle. Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire. If a chain-mounted front tire goes lat, remove one of the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact spare tire. Remove the lat front tire and replace it will the full size tire that was removed from the rear. Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full size tire repaired or replaced.
Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground.
1.
Put the shift lever in
2.
P (CVT).
Put the shift lever in
R (manual transmission).
Set the parking brake.
3.
Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
4.
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If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
5. Place wheel blocks or rocks in front and rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
6. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs to be replaced.
7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the wheel nut wrench.
The tire to be replaced.
Wheel Blocks
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