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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Air conditioning filter∗
∗: If equipped
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Slide off the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
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■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas wit h heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 166
ABSABS ...................................... 141
Warning light ........................ 302
Air conditioning filter .............. 262
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 262
Air conditioning system ........ 166
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 74
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 78
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 74
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 78
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 83
General airbag precautions .... 78
Indicators ................................ 83
Locations of airbags ............... 71
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 82
Proper driving posture ...... 69, 78
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 74
Side airbag precautions.......... 78
SRS airbags ........................... 71
Warning light ........................ 302
Alarm .......................................... 65
Antenna .................................... 182
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 141
Warning light ........................ 302
Armrest .................................... 216
Ashtrays ................................... 213
Audio input .............................. 200 Audio system
Antenna .................................182
Audio input ............................200
AUX port................................200
CD player ..............................185
MP3/WMA disc......................191
Optimal use ...........................198
Portable music player............200
Radio .....................................179
Type ......................................176
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........116
Fluid ......................................345
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................324
Indicators...............................116
Shift lock system .... ...............324
AUX port ...................................200
Auxiliary box ............................208
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............278
Wattage .................................348
Battery
Checking ...............................246
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................326
Preparing and checking before winter .......................150
Voltage ..................................344
Warning light .........................302
Bottle holders ...........................208
Brake assist ..............................141
Brakes Fluid ......................................244
Parking brake ........................120
Specifications ........................346
Warning light .........................301
Break-in tips .............................104A
B
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
4
4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protectingthe vehicle exterior ........... 220
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 222
4-2. Maintenance Maintenancerequirements .................... 225
General maintenance ......... 227
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 230
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself serviceprecautions ...................... 231
Hood................................... 235
Positioning a floor jack ....... 236
Engine compartment .......... 238
Tires ................................... 250
Tire inflation pressure......... 256
Wheels ............................... 260
Air conditioning filter ........... 262
Key battery ......................... 265
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 267
Light bulbs .......................... 278 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 290
If your vehicle needs to betowed ................................ 291
If you think something is wrong ................................ 297
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 298
Event data recorder ............ 299
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns onor a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 301
If you have a flat tire ........... 311
If the engine will not start .... 322
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
(vehicles with an automatic
transmission) .................... 324
If you lose your keys ........... 325
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 326
If your vehicle overheats..... 329
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 332
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency........................ 334
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises