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Maintenance
Tire maintenance
In addition to the proper inflation
pressure, correct wheel alignment
prevents tire abrasion. When you find
uneven tire abrasion, have the wheel
alignment checked by your EQUUS
dealer.
When replacing your tires, make
sure they are well balanced. This
increases your driving comfort and
tire life. Additionally, a tire should be
rebalanced after being removed from
a wheel.
Tire sidewall labeling
This information identifies and states
the fundamental tire specifications
and also provides the tire identifica-
tion number (TIN) for the safety stan-
dard certification. The TIN is to iden-
tify your tire in case of a recall.
1. Manufacturer or brand name
The manufacturer's or brand name is
shown.
2. Tire size designation
A tire side wall is marked with tire
size specifications. This information
is needed to select the right tire for
replacement. The letters and num-
bers in the tire size designation are
interpreted as below.
Example of the tire size designation:
(The following tire size designation is
provided as an example only; your
tire size designator may vary,
depending on your vehicle model.)
P245/45R19 98V
P - Applicable vehicle type (Tires,marked with the prefix “P,’’ are to
be used for passenger cars or
light trucks. However, this letter is
not shown on all tires).
245 - Tire width in millimeters.
45 - Aspect ratio. The ratio of the tire width to the tire height.
R - Tire construction code (Radial).
19 - Rim diameter in inches.
98 - Load Index, a numerical code associated with the maximum
load capacity.
V - Speed Rating Symbol. See the speed rating chart in this chapter
for further information.
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Maintenance
Tire terminology and defini-
tions
Air Pressure:The amount of air
inside a tire, pressing the inside the
tire outwards. Air pressure is meas-
ured in pounds per square inch (psi)
or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight: This is the com-
bined weights of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
accessories are the automatic trans-
mission, power seats, and air condi-
tioning.
Aspect Ratio: The ratio of a tire
width to a height.
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: The tire bead contains the
steel wires wrapped with steel cords.
This holds a tire onto a rim. Bias Ply Tire:
This is a pneumatic
tire, in which plies are laid at alter-
nate angles less than 90 degrees on
the tread centerline.
Cold Tire Pressure: This is the
amount of air pressure inside a tire,
measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa), before the
heat build-up due to driving.
Curb Weight: This is the vehicle
weight with standard and optional
equipment including the full fuel tank,
oil tanks and coolant tanks. However,
this excludes the weight of passen-
gers and loads.
DOT Markings: This code is marked
on a tire side wall, as an indication of
the its compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation motor
vehicle safety standards. The DOT
code includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), alphanumeric desig-
nator for the manufacturer identifica-
tion, manufacturing plant, brand and
manufacturing date.
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Front Axle.
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Rear axle.
Intended Outboard Sidewall: This
asymmetrical tire side must face out-
wards, while being installed on a
vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for
air pressure.
Light Truck (LT) Tire: A tire desig-
nated by its manufacturer as primari-
ly intended for use on lightweight
trucks or multipurpose passenger
vehicles.
Load Ratings: The maximum load
that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.
• It is difficult to recognize a tire
damage only with your eyes.
When there is a slight hint of a
tire damage, check and
replace the tire to prevent the
damage caused by air leak-
age.
When a tire is damaged while driving on a rough road, off a
road, or over obstacles, such
as a pothole, manhole, or curb
stone, your warranty does not
cover the damage.
The tire information is speci- fied on the tire side wall.
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Load Index:The numerical index,
on a scale of 1 to 279, to indicate a
tire loading capacity.
Maximum Inflation Pressure: The
maximum air pressure to which a
cold tire may be inflated. The maxi-
mum air pressure information is
specified on a tire side wall.
Maximum Load Rating: The load-
ing capacity for a tire, which is inflat-
ed to the maximum.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:
The sum of curb weight; accessory
weight; vehicle capacity weight; and
production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight: The mul-
tiplication of the designated occu-
pant seat number by 150 pounds (68
kg).
Occupant Distribution: Designated
seating positions.
Outward Facing Sidewall: The side
of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-
ticular side that faces outward when
mounted on a vehicle. The outward
facing sidewall bears white lettering
or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same moldings on
the inner facing sidewall.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: This tire
is for a passenger vehicle, a light
truck or a multipurpose vehicle.
Ply: A layer of rubber-coated parallel
cords
Pneumatic Tire: A mechanical
device made of rubber, chemicals,
fabric and steel or other materials,
that, when mounted on an automo-
tive wheel, provides the traction and
contains the gas or fluid that sustains
the load. Production Options Weight:
The
combined weight of installed regular
production options weighing over 5
lb.(2.3 kg) in excess of the standard
items which they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Recommended Inflation Pressure:
Vehicle manufacturer's recommend-
ed pressure to inflate a tire. This is
specified on a tire placard.
Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in
which the ply cords that extend to the
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
Rim: A metal support for a tire and
upon which the tire beads are seat-
ed.
Sidewall: The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead.
Speed Rating: An alphanumeric
code to indicate the maximum speed
to which a tire can operate.
Traction: The friction between a tire
and a road surface. The amount of
grip provided.
Tread: The contacting portion of a
tire with the road.
Treadwear Indicators: This is a nar-
row band, sometimes called "wear
bars." This appears across the tread,
when only 2/32 inch of tread
remains.
UTQGS: The Uniform Tire Quality
Grading Standards is the information
of traction, temperature and tread
abrasion. A rating is measured by a
tire manufacturer in accordance with
the government-specified testing
procedure. The rating information is
specified on the tire side wall.
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Maintenance
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from a possible electrical
overloading damage by fuses.
This vehicle has 4 fuse panels - two
on the driver’s side, another on the
panel bolster of the passenger's
side, and the other in the engine
compartment.
When any of your lights, acces-
sories, or controls does not operate,
check the appropriate circuit fuse.
When a fuse is out, some elements
may melt inside.
When the electrical system does not
operate, check the fuse panel on the
driver's side first.
Before replacing the fuse, disconnect
the negative battery cable. Always
replace it with a fuse of the same rat-
ing. When the newly-replaced fuse
blows, there may be an electrical
problem. Avoid using any pertinent
systems. Immediately consult an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are to be used:
a blade type for lower amperage rat-ing, and a cartridge type and a fusiblelink for higher amperage ratings.
Information
The actual fuse, relay panels, and
labels may differ from the equipped
items.
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OVI075172N
Normal
Normal
Blade type
Cartridge type
Fusible link Blown
Blown
Normal Blown
- Fuse replacement
Never replace a fuse with the
one of a different rating.
A higher capacity fuse may cause damage or a fire.
Never use a wire or an alu- minum foil, instead of a prop-
er fuse - even as an emergent
measure. It may damage
extensive wirings and cause a
fire.
WARNING
Do not use a screwdriver or any
other metal object to remove a
fuse. It may cause a short cir-
cuit and damage the system.
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3.Pull straight out a fuse, which is suspected to be out. Use the fuse
puller provided in the panels either
on the driver’s side or the front pas-
senger’s side.
4. Check the removed fuse. When the fuse is out, replace it.
Spare fuses are provided in the
fuse panels in the front passen-
ger's side. (or in the fuse panel of
the engine compartment)
5. Install a new fuse of the same rat- ing, and tightly secure it in the
clips.
When it is loosely fit, consult an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
When you do not have a spare fuse,
use a fuse of the same rating from a
circuit, such as a cigarette lighter fuse,
which may not be needed to drive. When the headlamps or other electri-
cal components do not operate, but
when the fuses are not blown out,
check the fuse panel in the engine
compartment. In case that a fuse is
blown out, it must be replaced.fuse is
blown, it must be replaced.
Fuse switch
Always set the transportation fuse
switch in the "ON" position. When
you press it OFF, some devices,
such as the audio and the digital
clock, must be reset. Also, the Smart
Key may not properly operate.
Always set the transportation
fuse switch in the "ON" position
while driving.
Do not repeatedly press the transportation fuse switch. The
fuse switch may be worn out.
Information
When you do not drive your vehicle
more than 1 month, press OFF the
transportation fuse switch to prevent
a battery discharge.
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OVI075101N
Driver’s side
OVI075174N
Front passenger’s side
OVI075102N
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Maintenance
Instrument panel (Driver’s side fuse panel)
Fuse Name Fuse ratingCircuit Protected
PDM (B+) 25A Smart Key Control Module
HAZARD 10A Center Facia Switch
EPB 10A Electric Parking Brake Switch, Crash Pad Switch
RF RECEIVER 10A RF Receiver, Security Indicator PDM (IG1) 10A Smart Key Control Module
SHIFT LEVER (IG1) 10A ATM Shift Lever IND. A/BAG IND. 10A Instrument Cluster
SMART KEY 10A Start/Stop Button Switch P/HANDLE 10A Steering Tilt & Telescopic Module
MEMORY 10APower Trunk Lid Control Module, Relax Module
Driver/Passenger Door Module, Rear Door Module
LH/RH, Passenger Door Lamp, Passenger Door Mood
Lamp, Rear Door Lamp LH/RH, Rear Door Mood Lamp
LH/RH Instrument Cluster, Driver IMS Control Module,
BCM, Analogue Clock, LCD Panel Switch,
A/C Control Module, Data Link Connector
TPMS 10A Tire Pressure Monitoring Module
ACTIVE H/REST 10A Active Head Rest Sensor Module CLUSTER 10A Instrument Cluster, Head-Up Display
STOP LAMP 10A Stop Lamp Switch, Smart Key Control Module
SHIFT LEVER (B+) 10A Sport Mode Switch
MULTI MEDIA 15A A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Front Monitor, Split Unit,
MTS Module, Front DIS Switch, Rear Monitor LH/RH,
Rear Console Switch, Rear Audio Switch
BCM 10A BCM
IG1 30AE/R Junction Box (Fuse - B/UP LAMP, ESC, EHPS,
AFLS, INJECTOR (IG1), CRUISE (IG1), ECU (IG1),
TCU)
1 MODULE 10A Head-Up Display, Rain Sensor, Rear Power Seat Switch LH
F/LID 10A Fuel Filler Door Switch, Front Console Switch
FOLD'G MIRR 10A Driver/Passenger Door Module
A/BAG 15ASRS Control Module, Driver/Passenger Pre-Safe Seat
Belt, Center Facia Switch, PODS Module
4 MODULE 10A E/R Junction Box (FAM), Multifunction Switch
Driver/Passenger Door Module
ECS 15A ECS Control Module
AUDIO (IG1) 10A A/V & Navigation Head Unit, MTS Module AFLS 10A Head Lamp LH/RH, Adaptive Front Lighting Module
O/S HDL DRV 15A Driver Power Door Latch, Driver Power Seat Switch,
Driver Door Lamp, Driver Door Mood Lamp, Driver Smart
Key Outside Handle
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Use only the bulbs of the specified
wattage.
Make sure to replace the burned-
out bulb with a new one of the
same wattage rating. Otherwise, it
may cause damage to a fuse or an
electric wiring system.
When you are not equipped with
necessary tools, the appropriate
bulbs and the expertise, consult an
authorized EQUUS dealer. In many
cases, it is difficult to replace vehi-
cle light bulbs, because some parts
of the vehicle must be disassem-
bled before getting to the bulb. This
is especially true when disassem-
bling to replace the headlamp
bulb(s). Removing/installing the
headlamp assembly may damage
your vehicle.
Information
After heavy rain or vehicle washing,
headlamp and taillight lenses may
appear to be frosty. This is caused by
the temperature difference between
the lamp inside and outside. This is
similar to the dew condensation on
your windows inside while raining.
This does not indicate a problem with
your vehicle. When water penetrates
into the lamp circuitry, have the vehi-
cle checked by an authorized EQUUS
dealer.
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NOTICE
- Working on the lights
Before working on the light,
firmly set the parking brake,
turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, and turn OFF
the lights. These are to prevent
a sudden vehicle movement,
burning your fingers or an elec-
tric shock.
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Maintenance
Headlight, position light, turn
signal light, side marker light
and front fog light bulb
replacement
(1) Position light
(2) Headlamp (High)
(3) Headlamp (Low)
(4) Front side marker light
(5) Front turn signal light
(6) Front fog light
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative batterycable.
3. Press the fastener to open the cover.
4. Open the cover. 5. Pull out the cover (if equipped).
6. Insert a screw driver into the hole
(1) and lift up the screw driver
while pulling out the cover (2).
7. Remove the fastener and screw under the wheel arch.
OVI075030N
OVI075179N
OVI075113N
if equipped
OVI075114N
if equipped
OVI075180N