4286-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Pressing “A/C”
button or selecting “A/C” will dehumidify th e air from the outlets and defog the wind-
shield effectively.
●If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may fog up more easily.
●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■Windshield fog detection function (vehicles with a humidity sensor)
When automatic mode is set, the humidity sensor ( P. 429) detects fog on the wind-
shield and controls the air conditioning system to prevent fog.
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set to
the recirculated air mode. This is effective in preventing outside air from entering the
vehicle interior. During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also
cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automa tically switch depending on the tempera-
ture setting or the inside temperature.
■When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operat e even when “A/C” is pressed or “A/C” is
selected.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
●In the Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sy stem is controlled as follows to prioritize
fuel efficiency
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
●To improve air conditioning performa nce, perform the following operations
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditio ning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
■Air conditioning filter
P. 5 1 6
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C automatic mode switch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 6 2 0 )
4877-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Tire inflation pres-
sure (P. 5 1 1 )• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d
( P. 5 0 1 )• Water or washer fluid containi ng antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
WA R N I N G
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly,
become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe
the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving
as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel and
battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautions when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
( P. 4 9 7 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or fallin g material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in
your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt
in the air.
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
5929-1. Specifications
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■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check
the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine
Model2.0 L 4-cylinder with turbocharger (8AR-FTS)
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.39 3.39 in. (86.0 86.0 mm)
Displacement121.9 cu.in. (1998 cm3)
Valve clearance (engine cold)Automatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference)15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp.gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference*)
With filter
Without filter5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)
651Alphabetical index
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance......... 486
General maintenance .....................482
Maintenance data ............................. 590
Maintenance requirements........... 479
Malfunction indicator lamp ..............550
Meter Head-up display....................................96
Indicators................................................... 82
Instrument panel light control ........ 88
Meters......................................................... 87
Multi-information display ....................91
Warning lights .................................... 550
Warning messages...........................557
Micro dust and pollen filter .............. 426
Microphone ............................................383
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ..................... 153
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ...........................................425
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 155
Vanity mirrors ......................................445
Moon roof Jam protection function ................... 162
Operation ................................................. 161
Warning message .................. 163, 557
MP3 disc .................................................. 357 Multi-information display
Drive information .................................. 92
Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 231
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 244
Language.................................................619
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ................... 244
Warning messages .......................... 557
Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle ........................8
Odometer ...................................................87
Oil Engine oil ............................................... 592
Rear differential oil ............................595
Transfer oil ............................................595
Opener Back door..................................................121
Fuel filler door.......................................227
Hood....................................................... 488
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*: Vehicles with a power back door
Auxiliary catch leverBack door opener switch*Fuel filler door
P. 488 P. 121 P. 228
Hood lock release leverTire inflation pressure
P. 4 8 8 P. 5 9 6
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type
Premium unleaded gasoline only P. 592
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 5 9 6
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)With filter
Without filter 5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)
Engine oil type
P. 593