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Handling the UnexpectedThis chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 530
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 531
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 537
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 538
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 539
Jump Starting .................................... 540
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 543
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 544 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 546
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 546
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 547
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 548
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 549 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 550
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 551
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 552
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 555
Emergency Towing ........................... 556
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 557
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....558
Refueling ........................................... 559
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
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.
uUse a 12-volt booster battery only.
uWhen 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.
■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.
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
1.5 ℓ engine models
2.0 ℓ engine models
Booster Battery
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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 ha zard warning lights on.
■ What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
uAdd oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 487
3. Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
uThe indicator goes off: Start driving again.
uThe indicator does not go off within 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 the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact 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
Automatic Brake Hold SystemIndicator ............................................ 76, 448
Automatic Lighting .................................. 149
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 107, 111
Average Speed .......................................... 111
B Battery ....................................................... 519
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 546
Jump Starting .......................................... 540
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 519
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 521
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 172
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 266
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 323, 346
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 69
Brake System ............................................. 445
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 451
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 448
Brake Assist System ................................. 452
Fluid ........................................................ 496
Foot Brake ............................................... 447
Indicator (Red) ........................... 74, 548, 549
Parking Brake .......................................... 445
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 154
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 498
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 505
Fog Lights ................................................ 500 Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 503
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 502
Headlights ............................................... 498
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 506
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 504
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 506
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 504
Taillight ................................................... 506
Bulb Specifications ........................... 562, 564
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 70
Carrying Cargo ................................. 381, 383
Certification Label .................................... 566
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 498
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 546
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 135
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61 Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 65
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 66
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 526 Cleaning the Interior
............................... 524
Climate Control System ........................... 179
Changing the Mode................................ 179
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 182
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 523
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 181
Sensors ................................................... 185
Synchronized Mode ................................ 184
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 179
CMBS TM
(Collision Mitigation Braking
System TM
)................................................ 453
Coat Hooks ............................................... 177
Collision Mitigation Braking System TM
(CMBS TM
)................................................. 453
Compact Spare Tire .................. 531, 563, 565
Console Compartment ............................. 171
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 394
Fluid ....................................................... 495
Kickdown ............................................... 394
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 396
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 543
Shifting ................................................... 395
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 398
Shifting ................................................... 397
Controls .................................................... 113
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 493
Adding the Coolant ................................ 494
Overheating ............................................ 544
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Index
Illumination Control................................ 154
Knob ...................................................... 154
Immobilizer System .................................. 136
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 84
Indicators .................................................... 74
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ..................................... 88, 410
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 79
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 76, 448
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 76, 448
Brake Depressing ...................................... 86
Charging System............................... 77, 546
Collision Mitigati on Braking System TM
(CMBS TM
) ................................................ 90
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 85, 406
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 85, 405
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 35, 81
ECON Mode ..................................... 85, 404
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 81, 550
Fog Light .................................................. 83
High Beam ................................................ 83
Immobilizer System ................................... 84
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 89, 430
Lights On .................................................. 83
Low Fuel ................................................... 79
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 76, 546
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 82, 440, 443
Maintenance Minder......................... 85, 473
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 77, 547 Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) ... 75
Parking Brake and Brake System
(Red)........................................ 74, 548, 549
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 87
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 38, 78
Security System Alarm ............................... 84
Shift Lever Position .................................... 77
Smart Entry System .................................... 85
Starter System ........................................... 85
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 55, 79
System Message ........................................ 83
Transmission .............................................. 78
Turn Signal ................................................ 83
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System............................................. 80, 435
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 80, 436
Information ............................................... 561
Information Display .................................. 106
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 107, 112
Instrument Panel ........................................ 73
Brightness Control ................................... 154
Interior Lights ........................................... 168
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 157
iPod ........................................................... 253
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 534
Jump Starting ........................................... 540 K
Key Number Tag
....................................... 117
Keys ........................................................... 116
Keys ........................................................ 116
Number Tag ............................................ 117
Remote Transmitter ................................. 123
Types and Functions ................................ 116
Won’t Turn ............................................... 28
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 394
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 428
LaneWatch TM
............................................ 438
Language (HFL) ................................ 324, 348
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 63
Lights ................................................. 148, 498
Automatic ............................................... 149
Bulb Replacement ................................... 498
Daytime Running Lights........................... 151
Fog Lights ............................................... 151
High Beam Indicator .................................. 83
Interior .................................................... 168
Light Switches ......................................... 148
Lights On Indicator .................................... 83
Turn Signals ............................................ 148
Load Limits ................................................ 383
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