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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P491)
Flat Tire (P493)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit.
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P519)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kit
Vehicles with compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P512)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P523)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P517)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P531)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keyless access remote to start and
stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the
doors and tailgate. You can also use the
keyless access system to lock and unlock the
doors and tailgate.
■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 149
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advi ce to prevent damage to
the electronics:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
•Keep the keys away from liquids.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the keyless access system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the two-way
keyless access remote.
2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 342
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Models with two-way keyless
access remote
Models without two-way keyless
access remote
* Not available on all models
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491
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 492
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 493
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 500
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 512
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 513
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 514
Jump Starting .................................... 515 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 517
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 519
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 519
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 520
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 521
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........... 521
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 522
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 522
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 523
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 530
Emergency Towing ........................... 531
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 532
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 533
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type B
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Main Fuse150 A
2
VSA MTR40 A
VSA FSR 20 A
Stop&Horn Hazard
*30 A
Hazard*
RR Blower 30 A
DC/DC 3*60 A
RR F/B-2 60 A
AS F/B-2 60 A EPS 60 A
3
H/L Washer*(30 A)
IG1B Main30 A
R/B Main60 A
DR F/B-150 A
AS F/B-150 A
RR F/B-160 A
IG1A Main30 A
DR F/B-250 A
4 FI Main 40 A
5FR Blower40 A
6RR DEF 40A
7IG1 Main ST30 A
8 Stop & Horn*20 A
Stop*10 A
9Hazard15 A
10 BMS 7.5 A
11Small LT*7.5 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the + terminal on the battery.
Pull up the cover.
Replacement of this fuse should be done by
a dealer.
Fuse location is shown on the back of the
positive battery terminal cover.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type C
Fuse
Positive Battery
Terminal Cover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
Fan Main60 A
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