uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
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Maintenance
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement
as measured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction performance.
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate h eat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temp erature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which
all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
■Traction
■Temperature
1 Traction
Warning: The traction grade
assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
1Temperature
Warning: The temperature grade for
this tire is establishe d for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Remove the audio antenna.
2 Audio Antenna P. 165
•Fold in the door mirrors.
Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents.
It can cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is signifi cantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.
If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire is installed,
the indicator blinks for about one minute, and then stays on
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb. u Calibrate the TPMS after the tire pressure is adjusted.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
u Calibrate the TPMS after a full-size tire is reinstalled.
U.S. models
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
■Fuse box A
Located behind the instrument panel.
Fuse locations are shown on the label under
the steering column.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Boxes
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Door Lock(20 A)
2––
3Smart*(10 A)
4Driver Side Door Unlock15 A
5Passenger Side Door Unlock15 A
6Driver Door Unlock(10 A)
7Driver Door Lock(10 A)
8Driver’s Power Window20 A
9Passenger’s Power Window20 A
10Rear Left Power Window20 A
11Rear Right Power Window20 A
12Driver Side Door Lock15 A
13Passenger Side Door Lock15 A
14––
15Right Headlight High Beam10 A
16STS*(7.5 A)
17ACC Socket (Console*)(20 A)
18Moonroof*(20 A)
19Front Seat Heater*(20 A)
20––
Circuit ProtectedAmps
21––
22Washer15 A
23Rear Wiper(10 A)
24A/C7.5 A
25Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
26Starter Cut7.5 A
27ABS/VSA7.5 A
28SRS10 A
29Left Headlight High Beam10 A
30ACG10 A
31Power Window10 A
32Fuel Pump15 A
33SRS7.5 A
34Meter7.5 A
35Mission SOL7.5 A
36Front ACC Socket20 A
37ACC7.5 A
38ACC Key Lock7.5 A
39Option(10 A)
40Rear Wiper10 A
41−−
42−−
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
■Fuse box B
Remove the cover by putting the flat-tip
screwdriver into the side slot as shown.
Cover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
IG Main30 A*1
50 A*2
Fuse Box Main 250 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
Fuse Box Main 130 A
Fuse Box Main 340 A
2 ––
––
––
––
––
––
*1 : Models with smart entry system
*2 : Models without smart entry system
Circuit ProtectedAmps
3Heater30 A
4*1IG Main 230 A
4*2––
5ABS/VSA FSR30 A
6Deicer(10 A)
7––
8– –
9Small Light10 A
10 ACC Socket (Console)*(20 A)
11Rear Defogger30 A
12*1−−
12*2ACC Key Lock (7.5 A)
13Heated Door Mirror*(10 A)
14 A/C Blower SW (7.5 A)
15*1––
15*2Wiper30 A
* Not available on all models
Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 321
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 340
Accessories and Modifications ................ 349
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 149
Additives Coolant .................................................. 366
Engine Oil ............................................... 361
Washer ................................................... 370
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 361
Adjusting Front Seats.............................................. 133
Head Restraints ....................................... 135
Headlights .............................................. 371
Mirrors.................................................... 131
Rear Seats ............................................... 140
Steering Wheel ....................................... 130
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 196
Air Conditioning System Climate Control System .......................... 157
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows....................................... 158
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 395 Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System)Cooling ................................................... 156
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ....................................... 156
Heating ................................................... 155
Heating and Cooling System .................... 154
Air Pressure ....................................... 383, 431
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) .................. 340
Indicator .................................................... 73
Armrest ..................................................... 143
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 167 Audio System
............................................ 162
Adjusting the Sound................................ 174
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 164
Error Messages ........................................ 218
General Information ................................ 222
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 184, 209
Recommended CDs ................................. 222
Recommended Devices............................ 224
Remote Controls ................................. 5, 167
Security Code .......................................... 166
Theft Protection ...................................... 166
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 224
USB Port(s) .............................................. 163
Audio/Information Screen ............... 170, 191
Authorized Manuals ................................ 439
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 103
Customize ............................................... 104
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 160
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 164
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 84
444
Index
B
Battery....................................................... 391
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 417
Jump Starting .......................................... 412
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 391
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 393
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 147
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 247
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 65
Brake System ............................................. 338
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 340
Brake Assist System ................................. 341
Fluid ........................................................ 369
Foot Brake ............................................... 339
Indicator ............................................ 70, 419
Parking Brake .......................................... 338
Brake System Indicator ............................... 70
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 128
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 371
Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Lights.................................................... 375
Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights ........... 376
Fog Lights ................................................ 373
Headlights ............................................... 371
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 376
Rear License Plate Light............................ 377
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights.................................................... 374
Bulb Specifications .................................... 430
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 66
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 152
Cargo Floor Box ........................................ 148
Carrying Cargo ................................. 301, 303
CD Player ................................................... 178
Certification Label .................................... 432
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 371
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 417
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 102
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 65
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................... 61
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 102
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 398
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 396
Climate Control System ............................ 157
Clock ............................................................ 88 Coat Hook
................................................ 150
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 403, 431
Console Compartment ............................. 146
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 316
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 321
Creeping................................................. 316
Fluid ....................................................... 368
Kickdown ............................................... 316
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 20, 318, 320
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 414
Shifting ........................................... 317, 319
Controls ...................................................... 87
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 366
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 367
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 366
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 74
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Overheating ............................................ 415
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 316
Cruise Control .......................................... 327
Indicator ................................................... 79
Cup Holders .............................................. 147
Customer Service Information ................ 440
Customized Features ............................... 225
445
Index
D
Daytime Running Lights.......................... 125
Dead Battery ............................................ 412
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ........................................ 156
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 433
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 121
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 131
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 362
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 121
Display Setup .................................... 175, 197
Door Mirrors ............................................. 131
Doors .......................................................... 90
Auto Door Locking.................................. 103
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 103
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 31, 75
Keys.......................................................... 90
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside....................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................... 93
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 385
Driving ...................................................... 299
Braking ................................................... 338
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 316
Cruise Control ........................................ 327
Shifting Gear .......................... 317, 319, 323
Starting the Engine ......................... 309, 311
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 395
E
ECON Button............................................. 326
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 78
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 75, 419
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 330
Emergency ................................................ 426
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 435
Engine Coolant ................................................... 366
Jump Starting .......................................... 412
Number ................................................... 432
Oil ........................................................... 361
Starting ........................................... 309, 311
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 116
Engine Coolant ......................................... 366
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 367
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 366
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 74
Overheating ............................................ 415
Engine Oil ................................................. 361
Adding .................................................... 363
Checking ................................................. 362
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 355
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 417
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 361 EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System .............................................. 75, 419
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 398
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 131