
5
When trouble arises
431
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 9 )
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
439
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. 474)
■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. 369)
■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
GCWR Gross Combination 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

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 206, 212
ABS ........................................... 173
Air conditioning filter............... 383
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 383
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 206
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 212
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.....89
Airbag precautions for your child ......................................93
Airbag warning light............... 421
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............90
Curtain shield airbag precautions ...........................93
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............98
General airbag precautions .....93
Locations of airbags ................86
Modification and disposal of airbags ..................................97
Proper driving posture .......84, 93
Side airbag operating
conditions..............................90
Side airbag precautions ..........93
SRS airbags ............................86
Antenna..................................... 234
Anti-lock brake system............ 173
Ashtray...................................... 323
Audio input ............................... 273 Audio system
Antenna................................. 234
Audio input ............................ 273
AUX port ............................... 273
CD player/changer ................ 236
iPod ....................................... 252
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 243
Optimal use ........................... 269
Portable music player ........... 273
Radio..................................... 232
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 275
Type ...................................... 220
USB memory......................... 261
Automatic air conditioning system .................................... 206
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 139
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 446
S mode.................................. 142
AUX port ................................... 273
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 317A

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Electric power steering........... 173
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 448
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 412
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ..... 420
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 448
If the engine will not start...... 444
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 446
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 450
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 420
If you have a flat tire ............ 432
If you lose your keys............. 447
If you think something is wrong ................................. 418
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 459
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 461
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 413
If your vehicle overheats ...... 456 Engine
Compartment ........................354
Engine switch ................131, 135
Hood......................................349
How to start the
engine .........................131, 135
Identification number .............464
If the engine will not start ......444
Ignition switch................131, 135
Overheating...........................456
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................471
Checking ...............................360
Preparing and checking before winter .......................181
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................149
Engine immobilizer system.......81
Engine oil Capacity ................................468
Checking ...............................356
Preparing and checking before winter .......................181
Engine switch light ..................307
EPS ............................................173
Event data recorder ...................17E

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Tools......................................... 432
Total load capacity .................. 180
Towing
Dinghy towing ............... 201, 202
Emergency towing ................ 414
Trailer towing ................ 185, 200
TRAC ........................................ 173
Traction control ....................... 173
Trip information....................... 156
Trip meter................................. 149
Trunk Opener ................................... 47
Trunk light Wattage ................................ 475
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 399
Switch ................................... 146
Wattage ................................ 475
Valet key..................................... 22
Vanity mirrors .......................... 321
Vehicle identification number................................... 464
Vehicle stability control .......... 173
VSC ........................................... 173 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................420
Downshifting..........................143
Seat belt reminder .................422
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ..........421
Brake assist system ..............421
Brake system ........................420
Charging system .... ...............420
Electric power steering system ................................421
Engine oil maintenance ......... 422
Engine oil pressure ...............420
Low fuel level ........................422
Low tire pressure warning light .....................................422
Malfunction indicator lamp ....421
Open door .............................422
Pretensioners ........................421
Seat belt reminder light .........422
Smart key system... ...............430
SRS airbags ..........................421
Tire pressure warning light ....422
Washer fluid ..........................422
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 432If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 8 1Engine immobilizer system
P. 444If the engine will not start
P. 448If the electronic key does not oper-
ate properly
P. 450If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 446If 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. 456If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 447If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 450If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 1Doors
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 459If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 420If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds...

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What to do if...
■
Warning lights
P. 422
or
P. 4 2 0P. 422
P. 4 2 0P. 421
P. 4 2 0P. 421
P. 421
or
P. 4 2 1P. 422
P. 4 2 1P. 422
P. 422
or
P. 4 2 1P. 422
P. 4 2 2P. 430
*: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Brake system warning
lightTire pressure warning
light
Low windshield washer fluid level
warning light
Charging system warn-
ing lightElectric power steering
warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightSlip indicator
light
Malfunction indicator
lampCruise control indicator
light
*
Open door warning light
SRS warning lightLow fuel level warning
light
ABS warning lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Maintenance required
reminder lightSmart key system warn-
ing light