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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 476
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 477Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 478
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 479
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 489Opening the Hood ........................... 491
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 492
Oil Check ......................................... 493
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 495
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 496
Engine Coolant ................................ 499
Transmission Fluid ............................ 501
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 502
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 503
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 504
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 513
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 516
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 517Tire Labeling .................................... 517DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 519Wear Indicators................................ 521 Tire Service Life ................................ 521
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 522
Tire Rotation .................................... 523
Winter Tires ..................................... 524
Battery ............................................... 525
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 527
Heating System
*/Climate Control
System* Maintenance .................... 529
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 530
Exterior Care.................................... 532
* Not available on all models
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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. Push the hood latch lever in the center to
the right 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.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil f ilter 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 accordan ce with the maintenance message on the
information display
*/driver information interface*.
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 phillips head screws and
slotted head screws by turning 90°
counterclockwise on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
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 Cover
Screw
* Not available on all models
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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.
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-
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 jumper 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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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer 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
pointer 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.
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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 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.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 493
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 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 heating system*/climate control system*, rear defogger, and
other electrical systems, and immedi ately 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.
* Not available on all models
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Index
Locking/Unlocking.................................... 124
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 137
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 136
From Inside .............................................. 134
From Outside ........................................... 127
Keys ........................................................ 124
Using a Key ............................................. 133
Low Battery Charge .................................. 552
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 552
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal
Strength ................................................... 126
Lower Anchors ............................................ 63
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 568, 570
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 393
M
Maintenance............................................. 475
Adding the Coolant ................................. 500
Battery..................................................... 525
Brake/Clutch Fluid.................................... 502
Cleaning .................................................. 530
Climate Control System ........................... 529
Coolant ................................................... 499
Heating System........................................ 529
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 479
Oil ........................................................... 493
Precautions .............................................. 476
Remote Transmitter ................................. 527
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 504 Safety...................................................... 477
Service Items ................................... 481, 486
Tires ........................................................ 516
Transmission Fluid ................................... 501
Under the Hood ...................................... 489
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 77, 553
Manual Transmission ............................... 407
Map Lights ................................................ 176
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 393
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 103
Mirrors ...................................................... 165
Adjusting ................................................ 165
Door ....................................................... 166
Exterior ................................................... 166
Interior Rearview ..................................... 165
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 474
Moonroof ................................................. 150
MP3 ................................................... 217, 273
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 468
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 572
O
Odometer......................................... 104, 108
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 492
Adding .................................................... 495
Checking................................................. 493
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 479, 484 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 552
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 492
Viscosity.................................................. 492
Open Source Licences .............................. 300
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 564
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 491
Moonroof ............................................... 150
Power Windows...................................... 147
Trunk ...................................................... 141
Outside Temperature Display ......... 106, 110
Overheating ............................................. 550
P
Pandora®.................................................. 270
Panic Mode ............................................... 146
Parking ..................................................... 467
Parking Brake ........................................... 451
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ..................................................... 75
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................................... 74, 554, 555
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 156
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ............... 220, 276
Power Windows ....................................... 147
Precautions While Driving ....................... 403
Rain ........................................................ 403
Pregnant Women ....................................... 42
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