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uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles
when driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
•Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
•Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
•Install them on the front tires only.
•Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
•Follow the chain manufacturer's instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
•Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension.
•Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1042
1Winter Tires
NOTICETraction devices that are the wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNINGUsing the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner's
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery and apply the parking brake.
2.Move the shift lever to
(P.
3.Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0.
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator Comes On (Red)
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator Comes On (Red)
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•The brake fluid is low.
•There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
•If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
•If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the EPS System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
•If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator Comes On (Red)
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
1If the EPS System Indicator Comes OnNOTICEIf you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the system
heats up. The system goes into a protective mode,
and limits its performance. The steering wheel
becomes harder and harder to operate. Once the
system cools down, EPS system is restored. Repeated
operation under these conditions can eventually
damage the system.
Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
4WD.......................................................... 251
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 256
Accessories and Modifications................ 264
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 135
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 282
Engine Oil ............................................... 277
Washer ................................................... 286
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 277
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 131
Front Seats.............................................. 122
Head Restraints ....................................... 125
Mirrors.................................................... 120
Rear Seat Back ........................................ 130
Rear Seats ............................................... 129
Steering Wheel ....................................... 119
Air Conditioning System (Climate
Control System)...................................... 145
Changing the Mode................................ 145
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 146
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 311
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode ................................ 147
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 145Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 142
Cooling ................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 144
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 311
Heating ................................................... 143
Air Pressure....................................... 299, 343
Airbags........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision......................................... 41
Airbag Care ............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 21
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator ........................................ 48, 71, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 49
Sensors...................................................... 37
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 46
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 50
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 47
AM/FM Radio............................................ 156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 256
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest..................................................... 131
Audio Antenna......................................... 152
Audio System............................................ 150
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 155
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 151
Error Messages ........................................ 186
General Information ................................ 190iPod®....................................................... 164
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 169
Pandora®................................................. 167
Reactivating ............................................ 152
Recommended CDs ................................. 191
Recommended Devices............................ 193
Security Code .......................................... 152
Theft Protection ...................................... 152
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 151
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 193
Authorized Manuals................................ 351
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 103
Customize ................................................. 89
Automatic Lighting.................................. 113
Automatic Transmission........................... 242
Creeping ................................................. 242
Fluid ........................................................ 284
Kickdown ................................................ 242
Operating the Shift Lever................... 15, 244
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 328
Shifting ................................................... 243
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 151
Average Fuel Economy........................ 79, 82
Average Speed........................................... 82
AWD.......................................................... 251
BBattery...................................................... 307
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 331
Jump Starting .......................................... 326
359
Index
Seats.......................................................... 122
Adjusting ................................................ 122
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 122
Front Seats.............................................. 122
Rear Seats ............................................... 129
Seat Heaters ........................................... 139
Security System........................................ 106
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 75
Select Lever........................................ 15, 243
Operation ......................................... 15, 244
Releasing ................................................ 328
Won’t Move ........................................... 328
Select/Reset Knob...................................... 78
Selecting a Child Seat................................ 56
Selector Knob (Audio)............................. 153
Setting the Clock........................................ 96
Shift Lever.......................................... 15, 243
Shift Lever Position Indicator............ 69, 244
Shifting (Transmission)............................ 243
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 33
Side Airbags............................................... 44
Cutoff System ........................................... 46
Off Indicator ............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 47
SMS Text Message............................ 206, 218
Snow Tires................................................ 306
Spare Tire......................................... 319, 343
Spark Plugs............................................... 342
Specifications........................................... 342
Specified Fuel................................... 260, 342Speedometer.............................................. 77
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................. 40
Starting the Engine.................................. 239
Does Not Start ......................................... 325
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 111
Jump Starting .......................................... 326
Steering Wheel......................................... 119
Adjusting................................................. 119
Stopping.................................................... 258
Summer Tires............................................ 306
Sunglasses Holder..................................... 138
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........ 40
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel)............................................. 2, 3, 111
Synchronized Mode.................................. 147
TTachometer................................................. 77
Tailgate..................................................... 104
Unable to Open ....................................... 339
Temperature Gauge................................... 77
Temperature Sensor................................. 148
Text Message.................................... 206, 218
Time (Setting)............................................. 96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 251
Indicator ............................................ 73, 334
Tires........................................................... 298
Air Pressure ..................................... 299, 343
Checking and Maintaining....................... 298Inspection ............................................... 298
Labeling .................................................. 299
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 319
Regulations ............................................. 301
Rotation .................................................. 305
Spare Tire ........................................ 319, 343
Summer .................................................. 306
Tire Chains .............................................. 306
Wear Indicators ....................................... 303
Winter..................................................... 306
Tonneau Cover......................................... 140
Tools.......................................................... 318
Towing a Trailer....................................... 231
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 232
Load Limits .............................................. 231
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 235
Behind a Motorhome .............................. 235
Emergency .............................................. 338
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 251
Indicator............................................ 73, 334
Transmission............................................. 243
Automatic ............................................... 243
Fluid ........................................................ 284
Number................................................... 344
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 69, 244
Trip Meter................................................... 79
Troubleshooting....................................... 317
Blown Fuse...................................... 335, 336
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 20