
434 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures. (vehicles with smart key system)
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Once (Comes
on for 8
seconds.) Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the electronic
key is not present when the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is pressed. Confirm the
location of the
electronic
key*.
Once3 times
Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that a door other
than the driver’s door has
been opened and closed with
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch in any mode other
than OFF and the electronic
key outside of the detection
area. Confirm the
location of the
electronic
key.
Once3 times
Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the driver’s door
has been opened or closed
with the shift lever in P, the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch in any mode other than
OFF and the electronic key
outside of the detection area. Turn the
“ENGINE
START
STOP” switch
OFF or con-
firm the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.

5
When trouble arises
435
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
*: If the engine does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehi-
cle, the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be diffi-
culties receiving the si gnal from the key. (P. 2 7 )
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning
lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
ContinuousContinuous
Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the driver’s door
has been opened or closed
with the shift lever not in P, the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch in any mode other than
OFF and the electronic key
outside of the detection area. • Shift the shift
lever to P.
• Confirm the location of the
electronic
key.

5
When trouble arises
443
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
STEP 4
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identifi
ed by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire pre ssure of the compact spare tire.
( P. 478)
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on the rear of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front tires.
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of
the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with the tire pressure
warning system)
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 371)
■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 spare tire will not be
warned. Also, if you replace the compac t spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains on.
STEP 5
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioning
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 Rating
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
M + S Mud and Snow MAX Maximum
MIN Minimum
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBD On Board DiagnosticsSRS Supplemental Restraint System TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System TRAC Traction Control VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control

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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 192, 198
ABS........................................... 166
Air conditioning filter .............. 384
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 384
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 192
Manual air conditioning system................................ 198
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 88
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 92
Airbag warning light .............. 425
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 89
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 92
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 97
General airbag precautions .... 92
Locations of airbags ............... 85
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 96
Proper driving posture ...... 83, 92
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 89
Side airbag precautions.......... 92
SRS airbags ........................... 85
Antenna .................................... 214
Anti-lock brake system ........... 166
Ashtray ..................................... 324
Audio input .............................. 253 Audio system
Antenna .................................214
Audio input ............................253
AUX port................................253
CD player/changer ................217
iPod .......................................233
MP3/WMA disc......................225
Optimal use ...........................248
Portable music player............253
Radio .....................................210
Steering wheel audio switch ..................................255
Type ......................................206
USB memory .........................240
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................192
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........137
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................450
S mode ..................................140
AUX port ...................................253
Auxiliary boxes ........................318
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .............400
Wattage .................................479
Battery Checking ...............................366
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ..............454
Preparing and checking before winter .......................174
Bluetooth
® audio .....................259
Bluetooth® phone ....................275
Bottle holder .............................320
Brake Fluid ......................................363
Parking brake ........................145
Brake assist ..............................166
Break-in tips .............................120
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Electric power steering........... 166
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 452
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 414
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ..... 424
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 452
If the engine will not start...... 448
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 450
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 454
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 424
If you have a flat tire ............ 436
If you lose your keys............. 451
If you think something is wrong ................................. 420
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 463
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 465
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 415
If your vehicle overheats ...... 460
Engine
Compartment........................ 356
Engine switch ............... 129, 133
Hood ..................................... 351
How to start the engine ........................ 129, 133
Identification number ............ 468
If the engine will not start...... 448
Ignition switch ............... 129, 133
Overheating .......................... 460
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 475
Checking .............................. 362
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 174 Engine coolan
t temperature
gauge ......................................147
Engine immobilizer system.......79
Engine oil Capacity ................................473
Checking ...............................358
Preparing and checking before winter .......................174
Engine oil maintenance data .........................................360
Engine switch light ..................309
EPS ............................................166
Event data recorder .................422
Floor mat...................................329
Fluid
Brake .....................................363
Washer ..................................368
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .............400
Switch....................................159
Wattage .................................479
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............97
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................426
Front seats Adjustment ..............................49
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............400
Switch....................................157
Wattage .................................479
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............400
Switch....................................144
Wattage .................................479E
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Trunk lightWattage ................................. 479
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 400
Switch.................................... 144
Wattage ................................. 479
Valet key .....................................20
Vanity mirrors........................... 322
Vehicle identification number ................................... 468
Vehicle stability control........... 166
VSC............................................ 166
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 424
Downshifting.......................... 141
Seat belt reminder ................. 426
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 425
Brake assist system .............. 425
Brake system ........................ 424
Charging system .... ............... 424
Electric power steering
system ................................ 425
Engine oil maintenance ......... 426
Engine oil pressure ............... 424
Low fuel level ........................ 426
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 426
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 425
Open door ............................. 426
Pretensioners ........................ 425
Seat belt reminder light ......... 426
Smart key system... ............... 434
SRS airbags .......................... 425
Tire pressure warning light .... 426
Washer fluid .......................... 426 Washer
Checking ............................... 368
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 174
Switch ................................... 160
Washing and waxing ............... 336
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 170
Load limits ............................. 173
Weight ................................... 468
Wheels ...................................... 382
Window glasses ........................ 69
Window lock switch................... 69
Windows
Power windows ....................... 69
Rear window defogger .......... 205
Washer.................................. 160
Windshield wipers ................... 160
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 386
Wireless remote control .......... 34
WMA disc.................................. 225
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 436If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 7 9Engine immobilizer system
P. 448If the engine will not start
P. 452If the electronic key does not oper-
ate properly
P. 454If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 450If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 460If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 451If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 454If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 3 9Doors
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 463If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 424If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds...