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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
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 conn ect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting 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 e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A 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 battery.
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■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.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may da mage 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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Handling the Unexpected
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 on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 291
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Stop the engine
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 th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the 12 Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the 12 volt battery.
This indicator may blink after starting when the
outside temperature is belo w -20°F (-30°C). It will
stop blinking after the IMA battery warms up.
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Index
Shift Lever Position.................................... 69
Smart Entry System ................................... 79
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 49, 71
System Message ....................................... 74
Transmission ............................................. 70
Trunk Open .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................ 71, 259
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 260
Information .............................................. 357
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 89
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge .................... 84
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 129
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 85
Interior Lights ........................................... 139
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 132
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 338
Jump Starting ........................................... 344
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 104
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 109
Keys Lockout Prevention ................................. 109 Number Tag ............................................ 104
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 112
Remote Transmitter ................................. 106
Types and Functions ................................ 103
Won’t Turn ................................................ 24
Kickdown .................................................. 242
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) .............. 256
LaneWatchTM............................................. 261
Language (HFL) ......................................... 206
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 57
Lights ................................................. 124, 300
Automatic ............................................... 125
Bulb Replacement .................................... 300
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 127
High Beam Indicator .................................. 75
Interior .................................................... 139
Light Switches ......................................... 124
Lights On Indicator .................................... 75
Turn Signals ............................................. 124
Load Limits ................................................ 235
Locking and Unlocking ............................ 103
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 113
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
From Inside .............................................. 110
From Outside ........................................... 106
Keys ........................................................ 103
Using a Key ............................................. 109
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 109Low Battery Charge (12 volt)
................... 349
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 72, 349
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 105
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Lower Anchor ............................................. 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 358
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 235M
Maintenance............................................. 279
Battery .................................................... 317
Brake Fluid .............................................. 298
Cleaning ................................................. 320
Climate Control System ........................... 319
Coolant ................................................... 295
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 283
Oil ........................................................... 290
Precautions ............................................. 280
Radiator .................................................. 296
Remote Transmitter ................................. 318
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 300
Safety...................................................... 281
Service Items ........................................... 286
Tires ........................................................ 308
Transmission Fluid ................................... 297
Under the Hood ...................................... 288
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 283
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 350
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Index
Map Lights................................................ 139
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 235
MENU Button .............................................. 93
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 84
Mirrors ....................................................... 132
Adjusting ................................................. 132
Door ........................................................ 132
Exterior .................................................... 132
Interior Rearview...................................... 132
Modifications and Accessories ................. 277
MP3 ............................................ 167, 175, 180
Multi-Information Display .......................... 85
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 360
O
Odometer.................................................... 88
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 290
Adding .................................................... 292
Checking ................................................. 291
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 284
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 349
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 290
Viscosity .................................................. 290
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 289
Power Windows ...................................... 119
Trunk....................................................... 114 Outside Temperature Display
.................... 89
Overheating .............................................. 347
P
Pandora®................................................... 174
Panic Mode ............................................... 118
Parking ...................................................... 271
Parking Brake ........................................... 267
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator (Red) .................................. 68, 351
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 124
Power Flow Monitor .................................. 92
Power Windows ....................................... 119
Precautions While Driving ....................... 241
Rain ........................................................ 241
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 335
R
Radiator.................................................... 296
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 161
Radio (XM ®).............................................. 164
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 162
Range .......................................................... 88
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 162
Readiness Code (Emissions Testing) ........ 363
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 130 Rearview Camera
..................................... 272
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 132
Refueling .................................................. 273
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 84
Gasoline ......................................... 273, 358
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations ...................................... 265, 310
Remote Transmitter ................................. 106
Replacement Battery .................................................... 317
Bulbs ...................................................... 300
Fuses .............................................. 353, 354
Tires........................................................ 314
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 306
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 362
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 88
S
Safe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 65
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat ........................................................... 134
Adjusting ................................................ 134
Front Seat ............................................... 134
Seat Heaters ........................................... 143
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
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