98 || 99
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength*
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, follow the below steps to start the engine. 1. Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator is ashing.
2. With the brake pedal pressed (and the clutch pedal for manual transmission), press the ENGINE
START/STOP button within 10 seconds.
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine, then open the hood. 1. Remove the under-hood fuse box cover (see page 108). Connect the irst jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery (+) terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the irst jumper cable to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt
booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the booster battery (-) terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle,
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns over slowly, make sure that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
*if equipped
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open lames, and smoking materials away from the battery.
WARNING
Booster battery WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
After the Engine Starts
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following order: 1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s stud bolt.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (-) terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (+) terminal.
5. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Park (P). 1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition, or remove the built-in key from the remote transmitter.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small at-tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock release slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift release lock.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift lever release button and place the shift lever into Neutral (N). The lock is now released. Have the shift lever checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
*if equipped
Slot
Release button Shift lock release slot
Cover
120 || 121
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning them irst with a paper towel or soft cloth and wiper luid. If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, you should change the wiper blades.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm rst, then the
passenger side.
2. Press and hold the tab, then slide the blade from the wiper arm.
3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the bottom end. The tab on the blade should it
in the indent of the top of the wiper holder.
5. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
securely.
6. Lower the passenger side wiper arm rst, then the driver side.
Lock tab
Blade
Ta b Blade
Avoid dropping the wiper arm, as it may damage the windshield.
NOTICE
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation. A spark or lame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you. When conducting any battery maintenance, wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is monitored by a sensor on the negative terminal. If there is a
problem with the battery, the charging system indicator appears (see page 24). Have
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.For jump starting, see page 98.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
