6-6In case of emergency
5. Remove the hanging plate*Efrom the
spare tire.
6. After removing the spare tire, raise the spare tire cable completely by turning the spare
tire lowering mechanism clockwise using the
tool
*D.
7. Before moving or jacking up the vehicle, check under the vehicle to make sure the
cable is stored properly.
WARNING
.Never jack up the vehicle before
removing the spare tire from under
the vehicle. This may lead to an
accident could result in serious
personal injury.
. Do not move the vehicle with the
spare tire cable lowered. The cable
could hit or become tangled with an
object on the road. Serious vehicle
damage could occur and may lead
to an accident and could result in
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Removing wheel cover (if so equipped)
WARNING
Never use your hands to remove the
wheel cover. This may cause personal
injury.
To remove the wheel cover, use the jack rod
*1as illustrated.
Apply cloth
*2between the wheel and jack rod
to prevent damaging the wheel and wheel cover.
Jacking up the vehicle and removing the
flat tire
WARNING
. Never get under the vehicle while it
is supported only by the jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Use only the jack provided with your
vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use
the jack provided with your vehicle
on other vehicles. The jack is de-
signed for lifting only your vehicle
during a tire change.
. Use the correct jack-up points.
Never use any other part of the
vehicle for jack support.
. Never jack up the vehicle more than
necessary.
. Never use blocks on or under the
jack.
. Do not start or run the engine while
vehicle is on the jack, as it may
cause the vehicle to move.
. Do not allow passengers to stay in
the vehicle while it is on the jack.
6-8In case of emergency
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2. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns byturning counterclockwise with the wheel nut
wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts
until the tire is off the ground.
3. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands as shown above.
Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears
the ground. Remove the wheel nuts, and
then remove the tire.
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Installing the spare tire
The spare tire is designed for emergency
use. (See specific instructions under the
heading “Wheels and tires” (P.8-30) .)
1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surfacebetween the wheel and hub.
2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the wheel nuts finger tight. Check that all the
wheel nuts contact the wheel surface
horizontally.
3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheel nuts alternately and evenly in the sequence
as illustrated (
*1,*2,*3,*4,*5) , more
than 2 times, until they are tight.
8-10Maintenance and do-it-yourself
SDI2717
Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
*A.
2. Remove the oil filler cap
*B.
3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench and completely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
.Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
.Check your local regulations.
Perform steps 4 to 9 when the engine oil
filter change is needed.
4. Remove the plastic cover over the oil filter location by removing the small plastic clips
as illustrated.
5. Loosen the oil filter
*Cwith an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning it by
hand.
6. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket
material remaining on the mounting
surface of the engine. Failure to do so
could lead to engine damage. 7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean
engine oil.
8. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten additionally
more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:
11 to 15 ft-lb (14.7 to 20.5 N·m)
9. Install the plastic cover.
10. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug
with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb (29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
11. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and install the oil filler
cap securely.
See “Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” (P.9-2) for drain and refill capa-
city. The drain and refill capacity depends on
the oil temperature and drain time. Use
these specifications for reference only. Al-
ways use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.
12. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
10 Index
A
A/C (Air Conditioner) operation.............................. 4-42
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ............................ 5-30
Advanced air bag system ......................................... 1-52
Aiming control, Headlights........................................ 2-36
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system .................................. 1-52
Front passenger air bag and status light....... 1-53
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-57
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-57
Air bag warning labels............................................... 1-59
Air bag warning light...................................... 1-59, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter ........................................... 8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation.................................... 4-39
Air conditioner service ........................................ 4-52
Air conditioner specification label.................... 9-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations....................... 4-52, 9-6
In-cabin microfilter ............................................... 4-53
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)........................................................... 2-29
Alcohol, drugs and driving.......................................... 5-8
Antenna....................................................................... 4-101
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................ 5-30
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light..... 2-12
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ...................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ....................................... 7-4
Armrests .......................................................................... 1-7
Around view
TMmonitor.............................................. 4-29
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-18
Audio operation precautions.................................... 4-53 Audio system................................................................ 4-53
Steering wheel audio controls........................ 4-100
Auto closure ................................................................. 3-29
Autolight system.......................................................... 2-34
Automatic Air conditioner....................................................... 4-46
Door locks................................................................. 3-7
Drive positioner..................................................... 3-37
Moonroof................................................................ 2-53
Seat positioner...................................................... 3-37
AUX (Auxiliary) input................................................... 4-75
Avoiding collision and rollover ................................... 5-6
B
Back door (See lift gate) .......................................... 3-26
Battery............................................................................ 8-13 Battery saver system........................................... 2-35
Intelligent Key........................................................ 8-23
Variable voltage control system........................ 8-15
Before starting the engine........................................ 5-12
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system....................... 5-17
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system
warning light................................................................. 2-12
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system).......................... 4-114
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .................... 4-124
Bluetooth
®streaming audio ..................................... 4-91
Booster seats............................................................... 1-43
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ..................... 5-30
Brake fluid.............................................................. 8-12
Brake system......................................................... 5-29
Parking brake operation ..................................... 5-17
Warning light......................................................... 2-12 Break-in schedule ....................................................... 5-26
Brightness control
Display ON/OFF button ........................................ 4-8
Instrument panel................................................... 2-37
Bulb check/instrument panel ................................... 2-12
Bulb replacement........................................................ 8-25
C
Cabin air filter............................................................... 4-53
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ....... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio .......................................... 4-113
Cargo floor box............................................................ 2-47
Cargo lights.................................................................. 2-58
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst................... 5-3
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning .............. 4-99
Center multi-function control panel.......................... 4-3
Child restraints............................................................. 1-26 Booster seats........................................................ 1-43
LATCH system...................................................... 1-28
Precautions on child restraints......................... 1-27
Top tether strap.................................................... 1-31
Child safety................................................................... 1-24
Chimes Audible reminders................................................ 2-18
Seat belt warning light and chime................... 2-15
Circuit breaker, Fusible link...................................... 8-21
Cleaning exterior and interior............................ 7-2, 7-4
Clock.............................................................................. 4-72
Coat hooks ................................................................... 2-50
Cockpit ............................................................................ 2-3
Cold weather driving.................................................. 5-33
Communication mirror................................................ 3-36
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system)................................................... 4-74, 4-82
Compass......................................................................... 2-8