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uuParking Your VehicleuAuto Idle Stop
Driving
The brake pedal is released.■The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed when:
•The shift position is changed to
(R.
•The accelerator pedal is depressed.
•The pressure to the brake pedal is reduced and the vehicle starts moving while
stopped on an incline.
•The IMA battery charge becomes low.
•The low temperature indicator comes on.
•Ambient conditions that may differentiate the interior temperature from the set
temperature can also be the cause to start the engine.
■The Engine Automatically Restarts When:

uuMaintenance Under the HooduChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
276Maintenance
5.Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6.Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
uIf it is stuck, you must detach it.
7.Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
uApply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter rubber seal.
8.Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
uTightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9.Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
uEngine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
10.Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11.Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12.Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
uIf necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
*
Types of Tools .................................. 312
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 313
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 321
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 328
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak ............................................. 329
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 330
Jump Starting.................................... 331
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 333Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 334
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 336If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 336
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 337If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On .................................................338If the EPS System Indicator Comes On... 338If the IMA Indicator Comes On ........ 339
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 339
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 340
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 342
Emergency Towing........................... 343

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uuEngine Does Not StartuIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is WeakIf the beeper sounds, the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON
message appears on the multi-information display, the indicator on the ENGINE
START/STOP button flashes, and the engine won’t start. Start the engine as
follows.
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
access remote while the indicator on the
ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing.
The buttons on the keyless access remote
should be facing you.
uThe indicator flashes for about 30
seconds.
2.Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
indicator stays on.
uIf you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

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uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine StopIf you cannot stop the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button, do
either of the following operations:
•Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for three seconds.
•Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock.
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF with the shift lever in
(P, and to
ACCESSORY with the shift lever in any position other than
(P.
1Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched
off.

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uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the ENGINE TOO
HOT message on the multi-information
display goes off.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2.Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check if the ENGINE TOO
HOT message on the multi-information display appears again.
If it does not, resume driving. If it does, contact a dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
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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.
MAX
MIN
Reserve Tank

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Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2.If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.■What to do after parking the vehicle
1.Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2.Open the hood and check the oil level.
uAdd oil as necessary.
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe light goes out: Start driving again.
uThe light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12 volt battery is not being charged.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes OnNOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the 12 volt battery.
This indicator may blink after starting when the
outside temperature is below -20°F (-30°C). It will
stop blinking after the IMA battery warms up.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for indicator lamp to come on or blink
•Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
•Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected by a
dealer.■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.■What to do when the message appears:
1.Stop the engine.
2.Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
uIf not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3.Drive for several days of normal driving.
uThe message should go off.■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described
above.■Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or BlinksNOTICEIf you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.