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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take
the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the compact
spare tire.
4. Place a wheel block or ro ck in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
Compact Spare Tire
Tool Case
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
6. Remove the center cap from the wheel with
the jack handle bar.
u Wrap the jack handle bar with a cloth to
prevent scratches.
7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.
Jack
Handle
Bar
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1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket cl ockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.
u Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:
•Do not use while the engine is running.
•Use only where the ground is firm and level.
•Use only at the jacking points.•Do not get in the vehicl e while using the jack.
•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack
Handle
Bar Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.
3. Mount the compact spare tire.
4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounti ng holes, then stop
rotating.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)
■Replacing the Flat Tire1Replacing the Flat Tire
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.
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1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the compact
spare tire well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
trunk.
If you replace a flat tire with the comp act spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS
indicator comes on while you are driving. A fter driving for a few miles (kilometers),
the indicator will start blinking fo r a short time and then stay on. CHECK TPMS
SYSTEM appears on the i-MID, but this is normal.
Calibrate the TPMS when you replace the tire with a specified regular tire.
2TPMS Calibration P. 263
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.Spacer
Cone
Wing Bolt
For compact spare tireFor normal
tire
■TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire
U.S. models
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the IMA Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the IMA Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a pr oblem with the IMA system.
■What to do when the indicator come on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected by a
dealer.
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is signifi cantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.
If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire is installed,
the indicator blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb. u Calibrate the TPMS after the tire pressure is adjusted.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
u Calibrate the TPMS after a full-size tire is reinstalled.
U.S. models
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Index
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 113
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 72
Keys........................................................ 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 106
Lockout prevention system...................... 109
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 311
Driving ...................................................... 231
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 242
Braking ................................................... 267
Cruise Control ........................................ 249
Shifting Position ...................................... 243
Starting the Engine ................................. 238
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 319
E
Eco Assist System........................................ 10
Eco Drive Bar ........................................ 11, 91
Eco Guide ............................................. 11, 90
Eco Score .............................................. 11, 90
ECON Button ............................................ 245
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 76
Elapsed Time .............................................. 88
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ........................................... 73, 351
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 259
Emergency ................................................ 356
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 343 Emergency Trunk Opener
........................ 116
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 363
Engine Coolant ................................................... 295
Jump Starting .......................................... 344
Oil ........................................................... 290
Starting ................................................... 238
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 123
Engine Coolant ......................................... 295
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 296
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 295
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 76
Overheating ............................................ 347
Engine Oil ................................................. 290
Adding .................................................... 292
Checking ................................................. 291
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 284
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 349
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 290
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 121
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 73, 351
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 133
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 322
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 132
F
Features..................................................... 147 Filters
......................................................... 319
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 319
Oil ........................................................... 293
Flat Tire ..................................................... 335
Floor Mats ................................................. 321
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 298
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ..................................................... 297
Engine Coolant ....................................... 295
Windshield Washer ................................. 299
Foot Brake ................................................ 268
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ........... 252
Indicator.................................................... 77
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 134
Adjusting ................................................ 134
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 273
Economy ................................................. 276
Gauge ....................................................... 84
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 89
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 84
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ....................................................... 88
Recommendation .................................... 273
Refueling................................................. 273
Fuel Economy ........................................... 276
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 21, 275
Message.................................................. 350
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 21, 274
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