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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the cooling system.
Do not push the cap down when turning.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
■Radiator1 Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Radiator Cap
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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 replace the dust an d 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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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the high temperature
indicator goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve Tank MIN
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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. 364
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 Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system*/climate control system*, rear
defogger, and other electrical system s, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the 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 battery.
* Not available on all models
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Index
445
Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 323
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 342
Accessories and Modifications ................ 351
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 149
Additives Coolant .................................................. 368
Engine Oil ............................................... 363
Washer ................................................... 372
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 363
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 143
Front Seats.............................................. 133
Head Restraints ....................................... 135
Headlights .............................................. 373
Mirrors.................................................... 131
Rear Seats ............................................... 140
Steering Wheel ....................................... 130
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 197
Air Conditioning System Climate Control System .......................... 157
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...................................... 156, 158
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 397
Heating and Cooling System ................... 154
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System)
Cooling................................................... 156 Heating ................................................... 155
Air Pressure ....................................... 385, 433
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 51, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 342
Indicator .................................................... 73
Armrest ..................................................... 143
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 168
Audio System ............................................ 162
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 175
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 165
Error Messages ........................................ 219
General Information ................................ 223
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 185, 210
Recommended CDs ................................. 223
Recommended Devices ............................ 225
Remote Controls ................................. 5, 168
Security Code .......................................... 167
Theft Protection ....................................... 167
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 225
USB Port(s) .............................................. 163
Audio/Information Screen ............... 171, 192
Authorized Manuals ................................. 441 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
................. 103
Customize ............................................... 104
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 160
Automatic Transmission ........................... 318
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 323
Creeping ................................................. 318
Kickdown ................................................ 318
Operating the Shift Lever........... 20, 320, 322
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 416
Shifting ........................................... 319, 321
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Fluid ........................................................ 370
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 165
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 84
B
Battery...................................................... 393
Charging System Indicator................. 71, 419
Jump Starting .......................................... 414
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 393
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 395
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 147
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 248
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 65
Brake System ............................................ 340
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 342
Brake Assist System ................................. 343
Fluid ........................................................ 371
Foot Brake............................................... 341
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Index
Headlights................................................. 121
Aiming .................................................... 373
Dimming ......................................... 121, 125
Operating ................................................ 121
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 129
Heating and Cooling System .................... 154
Cooling ................................................... 156
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 397
Heating ................................................... 155
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 248
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 434
Engine and Transmission.......................... 434
Vehicle Identification ............................... 434
Ignition Switch .......................................... 116
Illumination Control ................................. 128
Knob ....................................................... 128
Immobilizer System .................................. 110
Indicator .................................................... 78
Indicators ..................................................... 70
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 73
Brake System ............................................. 70
Charging System ............................... 71, 419
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 79, 330
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 79, 329
Door and Tailgate Open....................... 31, 75 ECON Mode .............................................. 78
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................ 75, 421
Fog Light ................................................... 77
High Temperature ..................................... 74
High-Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System ................................... 78
Lights On .................................................. 77
Low Fuel ................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 71, 419
Low Temperature ...................................... 74
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 76, 336
Maintenance Minder
TM...................... 79, 357
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 71, 420
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 70, 421
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 72
Security System Alarm ............................... 79
Shift Position ............................................. 72
Starter System ........................................... 77
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 51, 73
TPMS ........................................................ 76
Transmission ............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 74, 332
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 74, 333
Washer Level ............................................. 79
Information .............................................. 431
Information Display ................................... 83
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Brightness Control................................... 128 Interior Lights
........................................... 144
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 131
Internet Radio .................................. 208, 209
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................ 404, 408
Jump Starting ........................................... 414
K
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 98
Keys ............................................................. 90
Lockout Prevention ................................... 98
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 102
Remote Transmitter .................................. 93
Types and Functions.................................. 90
Won’t Turn ............................................... 24
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 318
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Index
L
LaneWatchTM............................................ 334
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 59
Lights ................................................ 121, 373
Bulb Replacement ................................... 373
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 125
Fog Lights ............................................... 124
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 77
Interior.................................................... 144
Light Switches......................................... 121
Lights On Indicator.................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 121
Load Limits ............................................... 305
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 90
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 102
From Inside ............................................... 99
From Outside ............................................ 93
Keys.......................................................... 90
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
Using a Key............................................... 97
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
Low Battery Charge ................................. 419
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 419
Lower Anchors ........................................... 59
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 433
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 305
M
Maintenance............................................. 353
Battery .................................................... 393
Brake Fluid .............................................. 371
Cleaning .................................................. 398
Coolant ................................................... 368
Heating and Cooling System .................... 397
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 357
Oil ........................................................... 364
Precautions .............................................. 355
Radiator .................................................. 369
Remote Transmitter ................................. 395
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 373
Safety ...................................................... 355
Service Items ........................................... 359
Tires ........................................................ 384
Transmission Fluid ................................... 370
Under the Hood ...................................... 361
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 420
Manual Transmission ................................ 325
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 327
Map Lights ................................................ 145
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 305
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 82
Mirrors ....................................................... 131
Adjusting ................................................. 131
Door ........................................................ 131
Exterior .................................................... 131
Interior Rearview ..................................... 131
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 351
MP3 ........................................... 179, 185, 210 Multi-View Rear Camera
.......................... 345
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 434
O
Odometer................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 363
Adding .................................................... 365
Checking................................................. 364
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 357
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 419
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 363
Viscosity .................................................. 363
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ....... 115
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 362
Power Windows ...................................... 113
Tailgate ................................................... 107
Overheating .............................................. 417
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