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■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Items
*1: If message, SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive primarily in dusty conditions, replac e the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000
km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Check expiration date for TRK bottle●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle sp eeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
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Reset the engine oil life display if y ou have performed the maintenance service.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
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2. Display the engine oil life by repeatedly pressing the SEL/RESET button.
3. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button for 10 seconds or more.
u The oil life reset mode is displayed on the multi-information display.
4. Select RESET with the button.
u The service code will disappear and the engine oil life display will return to
100%.
To cancel the oil life reset mode, select CANCEL, then press the SEL/RESET button.
■Resetting the Display1Resetting the Display
NOTICEFailure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance
service results in the system showing incorrect
maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious
mechanical problems.
The dealer will reset the engine oil life display after
completing the required ma intenance service. If
someone other than a deal er performs maintenance
service, reset the engine oil life display yourself.
Maintenance
Item Codes
Engine Oil Life
SEL/RESET Button
(Information)
Button
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Battery
Checking the Battery
Check the battery condition monthly. Look at
the test indicator window and check the
terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The a
udio system is disabled.
2Entering the audio security code P. 148
• The clock resets.2 Adjusting the Time P. 86
• The navigation system is disabled . A PIN code will be required.2Refer to the navigation system manual
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
The test indicator’s color information is on the
battery.
3 WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conductin g any battery
maintenance, wear protective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Test Indicator Window
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Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 301
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 46
Passing Indicators ..................................... 107
Power Windows ........................................ 102
Precautions While Driving ........................ 201
Rain ......................................................... 201
Pregnant Women ....................................... 32
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 278, 287
Radiator ..................................................... 243
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 152
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 153
Range .......................................................... 77
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 153
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 317
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror 
Button ...................................................... 113
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 126
Rearview Mirror (Automatic Dimming) .. 117
Refueling ................................................... 221
Fuel Gauge ............................................ 8, 74
Gasoline .......................................... 221, 312
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Regulations ............................... 214 , 262, 315
Remote Transmitter .................................... 89
Replacement Battery..................................................... 270
Bulbs ....................................................... 247Fuses .......................................................
303
Tires ........................................................ 265
Wiper Blade Rubber ........ ........................ 255
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 316
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 76
Retractable Master Keys ............................ 87
Reverse Tilt Mirror .................................... 118
Safe Driving ................................................ 21
Safety Check ............................................... 25
Safety Labels ............................................... 62
Safety Message ........................................... 20
Seat Belts .................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 28
Checking................................................... 33
Detachable Anchor.................................... 31
Fastening .................................................. 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder 
Seat Belt .................................................. 56
Pregnant Women ...................................... 32
Reminder .................................................. 27
Warning Indicator ............................... 27, 66
Seat Heaters .............................................. 139
Seats .......................................................... 119
Adjusting ................................................ 119
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support ...... ............ 123
Front Seats .............................................. 119
Rear Seats ............................................... 126Seat Heaters ...........................................
139
Security System ........................................ 100
Immobilizer System Indi cator..................... 70
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 71
SEL/RESET Knob .......................................... 75
Select Lever ........................................ 13, 203
Operation ......................................... 13, 204
Releasing ................................................ 296
Won’t Move ........................................... 296
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 53
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 149
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 205
Setting the Clock ........................................ 86
Shift Lever .......................................... 13, 203
Shift Position Indicator ............................ 204
Shifting (Transmission) ............................ 203
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30
Side Airbags ............................................... 41
Cutoff System ........................................... 43
Off Indicator ............................................. 43
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 44
Side Storage Compartment ..................... 133
Snow Tires ................................................ 267
Spare Tire ......................................... 287, 313
Spark Plugs ............................................... 312
Specifications ........................................... 312
Specified Fuel ................................... 221, 312
Speedometer .............................................. 74
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 37
Starting the Engine .................................. 199
Does Not Start ........................................ 293
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Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 106
Jump Starting ......................................... 294
Steering Wheel ........................................ 116
Adjusting ................................................ 116
Stopping ................................................... 220
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 138
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 37
Switches (Around the Steering 
Wheel) ............................................ 2, 3, 106
SYNC Mode .............................................. 143
System Message Indicator ......................... 69
Tachometer ................................................ 74
Tailgate ....................................................... 94
Unable to Open ...................................... 310
Temperature .............................................. 77
Gauge ........................................................ 8
Outside Temperature Disp lay .................... 77
Temperature Sensor ................................ 144
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 137
Time (Setting) ............................................. 86
Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
(TPMS) ..................................................... 212
Indicator ........................................... 68, 302
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 278
Tires .......................................................... 259
Air Pressure..................................... 260, 313
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 259
Inspection ............................................... 259Labeling ..................................................
260
Puncture (Flat Tire)........................... 278, 287
Regulations ............................................. 262
Rotation .................................................. 266
Spare Tire ........................................ 287, 313
Tire Chains .............................................. 267
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 278
Wear Indicators ....................................... 264
Winter ..................................................... 267
Tonneau Cover ......................................... 140
Tools .......................................................... 278
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 195
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 196
Load Limits .............................................. 195
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 198
Emergency .............................................. 308
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring 
System) .................................................... 212
Indicator ............................................ 68, 302
Transmission ............................................. 203
Automatic ............................................... 203
Fluid ........................................................ 244
Number ................................................... 314
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 205
Shift Position Indicator . ............................ 204
Trip Meter ................................................... 76
Trip/Reset Switch ........................................ 76
Troubleshooting ....................................... 277
Blown Fuse .............................................. 303
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 17
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 18Emergency Towing ..................................
308
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 293
Noise When Braking .................................. 18
Overheating ............................................ 297
Premium Gasoline ........................... 221, 312
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 278, 287
Rear Door Won’t Open........................ 17, 93
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 296
Warning Indicators .................................... 64
Turn Signals .............................................. 107
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 69
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 132
Unlocking the Doors .................................. 89
Unlocking the Front Doors from the 
Inside ......................................................... 10
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 146, 147
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 172
Valet Key ..................................................... 88
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 314
Vehicle Stabilit y Assist (VSA®).................. 210
Off Button............................................... 211
Off Indicator.............................................. 67
System Indicator ........................................ 67
Ventilation .............................................. 141
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