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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
•Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less
than 35 psi (240 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches 35 psi
(240 kPa).
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches front: 35
psi (240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230 kPa).2Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 454Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uYou should repeat this procedure as long
as the air pressure is within this range.
7.Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
8.Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
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WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
7.Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
uBe careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
uDo not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.
2Accessory Power Sockets P. 178
8.Start the engine.
uKeep the engine running while injecting
air.
2Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 66
9.Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
10.Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
uThe compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11.Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
1Inflating an Under-inflated Tire
3
WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
AIR ONLY
side
ON

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Jump StartingTurn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
2.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
3.Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
uUse a 12-volt booster battery only.
4.Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.■Jump Starting Procedure
1Jump 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.
3
WARNING
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.
Engine Cover
Pin
Booster Battery

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OverheatingHow to Handle OverheatingOverheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
•Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.■First thing to do
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2.Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
uNo steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
uSteam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1How to Handle OverheatingNOTICEContinuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3
WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
464Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle goes down.
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 the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, 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.
3
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.
Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN

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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 on level ground 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 three minutes.
2.Open the hood and check the oil level.2Oil Check P. 399
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe indicator goes off: Start driving again.
uThe indicator does not go off 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 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 battery.

493Index
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 148
Dead Battery............................................ 460
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows................................................. 191
Detachable Anchor.................................... 36
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 483
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 145
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 158
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 399
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 144
Door Mirrors............................................. 159
Doors........................................................ 115
Auto Door Locking.................................. 127
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 127
Door Open Message ................................. 30
Keys........................................................ 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 10, 124
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 117
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 121
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 420
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 46
Driving...................................................... 303
Automatic Transmission .......................... 328
Braking ................................................... 367
Cruise Control ........................................ 334
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 320
Shifting Gear .......................................... 329Starting the Engine .................................. 322
Driving Position Memory System............. 155
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 431
EElapsed Time............................................. 101
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 358
Emergency................................................ 475
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 485
Engine....................................................... 482
Coolant ................................................... 403
Jump Starting .......................................... 460
Oil ........................................................... 398
Remote Engine Start ................................ 324
Starting ................................................... 322
Engine Compartment Cover.................... 397
Engine Coolant......................................... 403
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 404
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 403
Overheating ............................................ 463
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
Engine Oil................................................. 398
Adding .................................................... 400
Checking ................................................. 399
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 391
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 71, 465
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 398
ENGINE START/STOP Button.................... 141
e-pretensioners........................................... 33EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 76, 467
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 434
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 159
FFCW (Forward Collision Warning)........... 346
Features.................................................... 197
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 431
Oil ........................................................... 401
Flat Tire............................................. 439, 446
Floor Mats................................................. 433
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 405
Brake ...................................................... 406
Engine Coolant ....................................... 403
Windshield Washer ................................. 406
Folding Down the Second Row Seat....... 169
Folding Down the Third Row Seat.......... 170
Foot Brake................................................ 368
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)........... 346
Indicator.................................................... 80
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 161
Adjusting ................................................ 161

494Index
Fuel...................................................... 16, 383
Economy ................................................. 385
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ...................................................... 101
Recommendation .................................... 383
Refueling ................................................. 383
Fuel Economy............................................ 385
Fuel Fill Cap......................................... 16, 384
Message .................................................. 466
Fuel Fill Door....................................... 16, 384
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 476
Fuses.......................................................... 469
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 474
Locations ......................... 469, 471, 472, 473GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 385
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Information ............................................. 383
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 383
Gauges......................................................... 97
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission ........................... 329
Glass (care)................................................ 435
Glove Box.................................................. 174
HHandling the Unexpected........................ 437
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 268
Auto Answer ........................................... 282
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 284
Automatic Transferring............................ 282
Displaying Messages................................ 297
Editing User Name................................... 281
HFL Buttons............................................. 268
HFL Menus .............................................. 270
HFL Status Display ................................... 269
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 269
Making a Call .......................................... 288
Options During a Call .............................. 294
Phone Setup............................................ 274
Receiving a Call ....................................... 293
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail.............. 295
Ring Tone................................................ 283
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 296
Speed Dial ............................................... 285
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 280
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ................................................. 279
Use Contact Photo .................................. 283
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
HDMI Jack..................................................... 5
Head Restraints........................ 164, 165, 166
Headlight Washers................................... 152
Headlights................................................. 145
Aiming .................................................... 407Automatic Operation .............................. 146
Dimming......................................... 145, 148
Operating ............................................... 145
Heated Door Mirrors............................... 154
Heated Steering Wheel........................... 181
Heated Windshield Button...................... 154
Heater (Steering Wheel).......................... 181
Heaters (Seat)................................... 182, 183
HFL (HandsFreeLink®).............................. 268
High Beam Indicator.................................. 76
Hill Start Assist System............................. 326
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver........... 266
IIdentification Numbers............................ 482
Engine and Transmission ......................... 482
Vehicle Identification............................... 482
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System).......... 333
IDS Button................................................ 333
Illumination Control................................ 153
Button .................................................... 153
Immobilizer System.................................. 135
Indicator ................................................... 77
Indicators.................................................... 70
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................... 82, 337
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 74
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .............. 83, 362
Brake System ............................................ 70
Charging System............................... 71, 465