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Controls
■Separator
Folding down the separato r will create more
cargo area.
1. Remove any items from the rear trays.
2. Pull up the release handle on the top of the
separator.1Rear Cargo Console
Make sure that the folded separator does not press
against the passenger seat, as this could cause the
weight sensors to work improperly.
2 Side Airbag Off Indicator P. 48
Make sure all items in the cargo area are
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Release
Handle
Separator
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire*
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface an d apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0.
1Changing a Flat Tire*
Follow compact spare precautions:
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.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent, other than
the one provided in the kit that came with your
vehicle. If used, you ma y permanently damage the
tire pressure sensor.
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Manual transmission models
All models
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
This 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 th e 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 servic e 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. Move the shift lever to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0.
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1Temporarily 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 da maged or the puncture is
outside the 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.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
Contact
Area
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm) No
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Manual transmission models
All models
Pressure Gauge
Sealant/Air
Hose (Clear)
Pressure Relief Button
Air Only
Hose (Black)
Inflator Switch
Side Cover
Repair
Notification Label
Power Plug
Speed Restriction Label
Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12 Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 67
3-Mode Drive System ............................... 199
ECON Mode Indicator ............................... 76
NORMAL Mode Indicator .......................... 76
SPORT Mode Indicator .............................. 76
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 187
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 212
Accessories and Modifications ................ 222
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 130
Active Head Restraints ............................. 126
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 238
Engine Oil ............................................... 233
Washer ................................................... 243
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 233
Adjusting
Clock ........................................................ 98
Headlights .............................................. 244
Mirrors.................................................... 120
Seats....................................................... 122
Steering Wheel ....................................... 119
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System) ....................... 136
Changing the Mode................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 137 Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 267
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 136
Sensors .................................................... 138
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 136
Air Pressure ....................................... 255, 311
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 53
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorders ................................. 25
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 69, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors ...................................................... 45
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 48
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Audio ........................................... 147
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 212
Indicator .................................................... 69
ASST Indicator ............................................. 82
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 144
Audio System ............................................ 140
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 146
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Error Messages ........................................ 155
General Information ................................ 157
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 153
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 148
Reactivating ............................................. 143 Recommended CDs ................................. 157
Recommended Drives .............................. 159
Security Code .......................................... 143
Theft Protection ...................................... 143
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 141
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 159
Authorized Manuals ................................ 319
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 104
Customize ................................................. 90
Auto Idle Stop Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 193
Manual Transmission ............................... 196
Auto Idle Stop Indicator ............................ 75
Automatic Lighting .................................. 113
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 184
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ............ 187, 188
Auto Idle Stop ......................................... 193
Creeping ................................................. 184
Fluid ........................................................ 240
Kickdown ................................................ 184
L Mode ................................................... 189
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 186
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 293
Shifting ................................................... 185
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 88
Average Fuel Economy Records ................ 88
Average Speed ........................................... 85
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Index
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 249
Battery ....................................................... 264
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 297
Jump Starting .......................................... 291
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt Battery) ............... 264
Maintenance
(Replacing the Button Battery)................ 266
Battery Charge in Progress (CHRG) ............ 82
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 129
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............... 88, 160
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 61
Brake System ............................................. 210
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 212
Brake Assist System ................................. 213
Brake System Indicator............................. 299
Fluid ........................................................ 242
Foot Brake ............................................... 211
Indicator .................................................. 299
Parking Brake .......................................... 210
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 117
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 244
Back-Up Lights......................................... 249
Brake/Taillight .......................................... 250
Bulb Specifications ................................... 310
Fog Lights ................................................ 246
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 248
Headlights ............................................... 244 High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 251
Parking/Daytime Running Light................ 248
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 251
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Light...................................................... 248
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 62
Cargo Cover .............................................. 133
Carrying Cargo ................................. 175, 177
CD Player ................................................... 149
Certification Label .................................... 312
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 244
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 297
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 58
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 57
Using a Tether ........................................... 59
CHRG Indicator ........................................... 82
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 270
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 268
Climate Control System ............................ 136
Changing the Mode ................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 137 Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 267
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 136
Sensors ................................................... 138
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 136
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 275, 311
Controls ...................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 238
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 239
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 238
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 73
Overheating ............................................ 294
Creep Aid System ..................................... 182
Creeping ................................................... 184
Cruise Control .......................................... 202
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 129
Customer Service Information ................ 320
Customized Features ................................. 90
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 114
Dead Battery ............................................ 291
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 137
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 313
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 112
Rearview Mirror .............................. 120, 121
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 234