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Maintenance
Maintenance Minder
TM
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages
appear on the information display
* or the i-MID
* every time you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w
*1. The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when
to bring your vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.
To Use Maintenance Minder
TM
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
2. Press the (Select/Reset) knob repeatedly
until the engine oil life appears on the
information display.
The Maintenance Minder indicator ( ) stays
on in the instrument panel after the engine oil
life becomes 0% . Have the indicated
maintenance done by a dealer immediately.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Displaying the Engine Oil LifeModels with information display
1 Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Based on the engine operating conditions, the
remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%)
Calculated Engine Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91
90
90 to 81
80 80 to 71
70
70 to 61
60 60 to 51
50
50 to 41
40 40 to 31
30
30 to 21
20 20 to 16
15
15 to 11
10 10 to 6
5
5 to 1
0 0
* Not available on all models

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TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
356Maintenance
Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service.
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
2. Display the engine oil life by repeatedly
pressing the (Select/Reset) knob.
3. Press and hold the knob for ten seconds
or more.
u The engine oil life indicator and the
maintenance item codes blink.
4. Press the knob for five seconds or more.
u The displayed maintenance items
disappear, and the engine oil life display
returns to 100%.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Resetting the Display
1 Resetting the DisplayNOTICEFailure 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 th e engine oil life display after
completing the required maintenance service. If
someone other than a dealer performs maintenance
service, reset the engine oil life display yourself.

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TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
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Maintenance
To Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Maintenance items, which should be serviced at the same time that you replace the
engine oil, appear on the i-MID.
You can view them on the Maintenance info screen at any time.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
2. Press the MENU button to go to the Vehicle Menu screen.
3. Select Vehicle Information with the (+
button, then press the SOURCE button.
4. Press the SOURCE button again to go to the Maintenance info screen. The
engine oil life appears on the i-MID.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Displaying the Engine Oil Life and Maintenance ItemsModels with i-MID
1 Displaying the Engine Oil Life and Maintenance Items
Based on the engine operating conditions, the
remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.
There is a list of maintenance main and sub items you
can view on the i-MID.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 359
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%)
Calculated Engine Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91
90
90 to 81
80 80 to 71
70
70 to 61
60 60 to 51
50
50 to 41
40 40 to 31
30
30 to 21
20 20 to 16
15
15 to 11
10 10 to 6
5
5 to 1
0 0
MENU
SOURCE
50
Engine oilAir filters
2345
MENU Button(+ Button
Sub ItemEngine Oil Life
Main Item
SOURCE Button

uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
360Maintenance
Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
2. Go to the Maintenance info screen.
2Displaying the Engine Oil Life and Maintenance Items P. 357
3.Press the SOURCE button.
u The oil life reset mode is displayed on the i-MID.
4. Select Yes with the
(-
button, then press the SOURCE button.
u The displayed maintenance items disappear, and the engine oil life display
returns to 100%.
u Any maintenance items that are necessary for your vehicle at the next
maintenance service will appear.
To cancel the oil life reset mode, select No, then press the SOURCE button.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Resetting the Display
1 Resetting the DisplayNOTICEFailure 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 th e engine oil life display after
completing the required maintenance service. If
someone other than a dealer performs maintenance
service, reset the engine oil life display yourself.
SOURCE
5
Engine oilAir filters
2345
Engine
Oil Life
SOURCE
Button
( - Button
Maintenance Item Codes

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes FlatChanging a Flat TireIf 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 surface, and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the shift lever in
(P
.
2. Put the shift lever in
(R
.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.Models with compact spare tire
1 Changing 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.
Automatic transmission (CVT) modelsManual transmission modelsAll models

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat TireThis vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire. If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise
severely damaged, you will need to have the vehicle towed. If the tire only has a
small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can use the temporary tire repair kit so
that you can drive to the nearest service station for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the shift lever in
(P
.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1.
u When towing a trailer, unhitch the trailer.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat TireModels with tire repair kit
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.•The tire sealant has expired.•More than two tires are punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the tire contact area.•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:
Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)
Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)
No
Contact
Area
Instruction
Manual
Air Only Hose (Black) Speed Restriction Label Repair Notification Label
Pressure Relief
Button Inflator Switch
Selector Switch
SEALANT/AIR side Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) AIR ONLY side
Power Plug
Pressure Gauge
Tire Sealant
Expiration Date

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Shift Lever Does Not MoveFollow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the
(P

position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Remove the built-in key from the smart
entry remote.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key in, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N
.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
■
Releasing the LockAutomatic transmission (CVT) models
SlotCover
Models without smart entry systemModels with smart entry systemAll models
Release
Button
Shift Lock
Release Slot

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FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
−
(40 A)
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
ABS/VSA FSR
30 A
Wiper Motor
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Main Fuse
100 A
2
IG Main
30 A
*2
50 A
*3
Fuse Box Main 60 AFuse Box Main 2
60 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST MG Switch
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Rear Defogger 30 A IG Main 2
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Blower 40 A −(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3
−
−
4 −
*2
Left Headlight Low Beam
*3
−
15 A
5
START DIAG
*2
ST MG
*3
7.5 A
7.5 A
6 −
*2
Right Headlight Low Beam
*3
−
15 A
7
−
−
8− −
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Models with smart entry system
*3:Models without smart entry system9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
*
(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15
FI Sub
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
Premium Amp
*
(20 A)
20 Right Headlight Low Beam
*2
Injection
*, *3
15 A
(15 A)
21
IGP
15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
*2
Headlight Low Beam
*3
15 A
20 A
24 Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining
*
(20 A)
25
MG Clutch
7.5 A
26 Washer
*2
−*3
15 A
−
27
SMALL
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Backup
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models