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Maintenance
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate Control System* Maintenance
Dust and Pollen Filter*
The heating and cooling system*/climate control system* is equipped with a dust
and pollen filter that collects pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The
Maintenance Minder
TM messages will let you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you repl ace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1 Dust and Pollen Filter*
If the airflow from the heating and cooling system*/
climate control system* deteriorates noticeably, and
the windows fog up easily, the filter may need to be
replaced. Please contact a dealer for replacement.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Cleaning
Interior Care
Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.
■Cleaning Seat Belts
1 Interior Care
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle.
Electrical devices and sy stems may malfunction if
liquids are splashed on them.
Do not use silicone based sprays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or a fire
inside the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their compos ition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-ba sed parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemical s, make sure to gently wipe them
away using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
Opening
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The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor
anchors, which keep the mat from sliding
forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn
the anchor knobs to the unlock position.
When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn
the knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mat.
Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequ ently. Pay close attention to the pleats
and seams. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with a 90% water and
10% neutral soap solution. Then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. Remove any dust or
dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
■Floor Mats*1 Floor Mats*
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock Unlock
■Maintaining Genuine Leather*
* Not available on all models
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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
Fold in the door mirrors. Make sure to fo llow the instructions indicated on the
automated car wash.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. St anding too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resi n coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. Use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that
helps keep the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels*
1Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
1 Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
* Not available on all models
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlig hts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Index
B
Battery....................................................... 400
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 435
Jump Starting .......................................... 429
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 400
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 401
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 158
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 195, 218
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 246, 277
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 337
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 339
Brake Assist System ................................. 340
Fluid ........................................................ 374
Foot Brake ............................................... 338
Indicator (Amber)....................................... 68
Indicator (Red) ................................... 68, 437
Parking Brake .......................................... 337
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 141
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 376
Brake/Taillights, Rear Turn Signal Lights and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 385
Fog Lights ................................................ 380
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 383
Headlights ............................................... 376
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 388
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 387
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 386
Bulb Specifications ............................ 444, 446
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 64
Carrying Cargo ................................. 305, 307
CD Player ................................... 178, 184, 207
Center Pocket ........................................... 157
Certification Label .................................... 448
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 376
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 435
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 116
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 124
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 116
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 406
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 404
Climate Control System ............................ 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 166
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 403
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 166
Sensors ................................................... 167 Using Automatic Climate Control............ 165
Clutch Fluid .............................................. 374
Coat Hook ................................................ 159
Compact Spare Tire .................. 411, 445, 447
Console Compartment ............................. 156
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 371
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 372
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 371
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 75
Overheating ............................................ 433
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 319
Cruise Control .......................................... 326
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 158
Customer Service Information ................ 456
Customized Features ......................... 90, 233
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Daytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................ 429
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 164, 166
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 449
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 136
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 144
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 365
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 136
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Index
Lights On .................................................. 74
Low Fuel ................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 69, 435
Low Temperature...................................... 75
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 73, 333, 335
Maintenance Minder......................... 76, 353
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 436
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ............................................... 68, 437
REV..................................................... 76, 83
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 33, 70
Security System Alarm............................... 75
Shift Lever Position.................................... 70
Smart Entry System ................................... 75
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 49, 71
System Message ....................................... 74
Transmission ............................................. 70
Trunk Open .............................................. 73
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® )
System ............................................ 72, 329
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 330
Washer Level ............................................ 76
Information .............................................. 443
Information Display ................................... 84
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 89
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 141
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 86
Interior Lights ........................................... 154 Interior Rearview Mirror
.......................... 144
i-VTEC and REV Indicators .......................... 83
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 414
Jump Starting ........................................... 429
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 107
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 113
Keys ........................................................... 106
Lockout Prevention .................................. 113
Master Keys ............................................. 106
Number Tag ............................................ 107
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 116
Remote Transmitter ................................. 109
Types and Functions ................................ 106
Valet Key ................................................. 107
Won’t Turn ................................................ 21
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 319
L
LaneWatchTM............................................. 331
Language (HFL) ................................. 247, 278
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 57 Lights
................................................. 136, 376
Automatic ............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 376
Daytime Running Lights........................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 139
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Interior .................................................... 154
Light Switches ......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits ................................................ 307
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 106
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 117
Childproof Door Locks............................. 116
From Inside ............................................. 114
From Outside .......................................... 109
Keys ........................................................ 106
Using a Key ............................................. 113
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 113
Low Battery Charge ................................. 435
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 435
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 108
Lower Anchors ............................................ 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 444, 446
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 307
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