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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 412
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 413Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 414
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 415
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 420Opening the Hood ........................... 421
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 422
Oil Check ......................................... 423
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 424
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 425
Engine Coolant ................................ 427
Transmission Fluid ............................ 429
Brake Fluid ....................................... 430
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 430
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 431
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 440
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 442
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 443Tire Labeling .................................... 443DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 445Wear Indicators................................ 447 Tire Service Life ................................ 447
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 448
Tire Rotation .................................... 449
Winter Tires ..................................... 450
Battery ............................................... 451
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 452
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 454Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 455
Exterior Care.................................... 457
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Slide the hood latch lever in the center of
the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Pull
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display. 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the screws on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under CoverScrew
Drain Bolt
Washer
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485Continued
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 jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the assisting vehicle's + 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
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
assisting vehicle's - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine 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.
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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489Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark 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 temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
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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 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 one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
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 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 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.
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Index
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 68
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 112
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 65, 491
Lower Anchors ........................................... 53
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 335
M
Maintenance............................................ 411
Battery .................................................... 451
Brake Fluid .............................................. 430
Cleaning ................................................. 455
Climate Control System .......................... 454
Coolant .................................................. 427
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 415
Oil .......................................................... 423
Precautions ............................................. 412
Radiator .................................................. 428
Remote Transmitter ................................ 452
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 431
Safety ..................................................... 413
Service Items ........................................... 418
Tires........................................................ 442
Transmission Fluid ................................... 429
Under the Hood ...................................... 420
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 67, 492
Map Lights ................................................ 156
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 335
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 88 Mirrors
....................................................... 146
Adjusting ................................................. 146
Door ........................................................ 147
Exterior .................................................... 147
Interior Rearview ..................................... 146
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 409
Moonroof .................................................. 132
MP3 ................................... 180, 188, 218, 228
Multi-Information Display ......................... 89
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 405
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 502
O
Odometer.................................................... 94
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 422
Adding .................................................... 424
Checking ................................................. 423
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 416
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 65, 491
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 422
Viscosity .................................................. 422
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 194
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 421
Moonroof ................................................ 132
Power Windows ...................................... 129
Trunk ...................................................... 122 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 133
Outside Temperature ................................. 94
Adjusting .................................................. 94
Overheating .............................................. 489
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ... 16
Pandora ®........................................... 186, 226
Panic Mode ............................................... 128
Parking ...................................................... 401
Parking Brake ........................................... 388
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 493
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 46
Passing Indicators ..................................... 136
Power Windows ....................................... 129
Precautions While Driving ....................... 343
Rain ........................................................ 343
Pregnant Women ....................................... 33
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 463
R
Radiator.................................................... 428
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 178, 206
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 211
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 179, 208
Range .......................................................... 95
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 179, 208
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