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Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions: •If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
Fold in the door mirrors. Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the
automated vehicle wash. • Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. St anding too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior. Do not spray water into the engine compartment.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Vehicle Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents or engine
compartment. It can cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the fuel fill door directly. A
high-pressure spray may cause it to open.
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterio ration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. Use a sponge and mild de tergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that
helps keep the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plastic on your vehicle. Wipe up
spills immediately.
1Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts made of resin.
1Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the inside of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direction as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.

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Handling the UnexpectedThis chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 286
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 287
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 293
Jump Starting .................................... 294
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 296
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 297 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 299
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 300
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 301
If the Brake System Indicator Comes On... 302
If the EPS Indicator Comes On.......... 302
If the IMA Indicator Comes On......... 303
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 303 Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 304
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 307
Emergency Towing ........................... 308
When You Cannot Open the Hatch ..... 310

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1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the
image) clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point.
uMake sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or their shape may not match.
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely.
• Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is firm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack Handle BarWheel Nut
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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch to START
(e and check the
starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The 12 volt battery may be dead.
Check each of the items on the
right and respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness. ● If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Checking the 12 Volt Battery P. 278
● If the interior lights come on normally 2
Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 307
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2Starting the Engine P. 198
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 105
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2Fuel Gauge P. 81
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 307
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 308
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle to jump start it.
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Jump Starting
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 + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the assisting vehicle's + terminal.
uUse a 12 volt booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
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.
5. If your vehicle is c onnected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump 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.
3WARNING
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.
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Once your vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following order. 1.Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper ca ble from the assisting vehicle's -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper ca ble from the assisting vehicle's +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows: •
The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
• Steam is coming out of the engine compartment.
■ First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
uMove the shift lever to (P and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
uMove the shift lever to (N and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. No steam coming out: 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.
1How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the ho od if steam is coming
out.
Automatic transmiss ion (CVT) models
Manual transmission models