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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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1.Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
uDo not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
4. Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
5. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
uDo not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
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■Distributing the Sealant in the Tire1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Stop and recheck the air pressure after every 10
minutes of driving as necessary until you reach the
nearest service station where you are able to have the
tire permanently repaired or replaced.
3WARNING
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.
Speed Restriction Label
Air Only Hose
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7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power socket.
uBe careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
8. Turn the power system on.
uKeep the power system on while
injecting sealant and air.
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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.
12. Turn off the kit.
uCheck the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
uIf overinflated, press the pressure relief button.
13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power socket.
14. Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
3WARNING
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
Pressure Relief Button
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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.1.Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle's 12-volt battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
uUse a 12-volt booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump 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.
12-volt battery performance degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt 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 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
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Once your vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following order. 1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows: •
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the multi-
information display.
• The Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears on the multi-information
display.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the multi-
information display when the power system temperature is high. 2 Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages P. 90
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
uMove the shift lever to (P , and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. Keep the power mode on, and wait until the message disappears.
uIf the message does not disappear, have your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
■The High Temperature. Power Reduced. Message Appears
on the Multi-Information Display
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■ 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 power system on and open the hood.uSteam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
■The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the
Multi-Information Display1The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the Multi-Information Display
NOTICEContinuing to drive with the Engine Temperature
Too Hot message on the multi-information display
may damage the engine.
3WARNING
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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■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
turn the power system off once the Engine
Temperature Too Hot message
disappears.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately turn the power system off.
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 engine coolant
reservoir is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the engine coolant reservoir, 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, turn the power system on.If the Engine Temperature Too Hot message does not appear, resume driving. If
it appears again, contact a dealer for repairs.
1The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the Multi-Information Display
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.
3WARNING
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.
Engine
Coolant
Reservoir
MAX
MIN
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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If 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. Turn the power system off and let the engine sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
uAdd oil as necessary.
3. Turn the power system on and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe indicator goes off: Start driving again.uThe indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Turn the power
off and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the 12-Volt Battery 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 On
NOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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