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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
478
Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket cl ockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.
u Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:
•Do not use while the engine is running.
•Use only where the ground is firm and level.
•Use only at the jacking points.•Do not get in the vehicl e while using the jack.
•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack
Handle
Bar Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
trunk.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.Center Cap
Spacer
Cone Wing
Bolt
For compact spare tireFor full-
size tire
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After dr iving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure
Monitor Problem appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
multi-information display and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after
a few miles (kilometers).
■TPMS and the Spare Tire1 TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use the TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mount ed inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the assisting vehicle's + 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
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
assisting vehicle's - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper 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
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489Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle 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
needle 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.
H
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
490
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve
TankMAX
MIN
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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 in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
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 with in 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 th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact 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.
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Index
Fuses......................................................... 495
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 497
Locations ........................................ 495, 496
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 409
Gauge ...................................................... 88
Information............................................. 407
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 95
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 68
Refueling ................................................ 407
Gauges ........................................................ 88
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 66
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 345
Glass (care) ............................................... 458
Glove Box ................................................. 157
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 431
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 461
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .............................. 269
Auto Answer .......................................... 313
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .......... 285, 315
Automatic Transferring ................... 283, 313
Caller’s ID Information ............................ 283
Displaying Messages ............................... 327 HFL Buttons ..................................... 269, 298
HFL Menus ...................................... 271, 300
HFL Status Display ........................... 270, 299
Limitations for Manua
l Operation ............ 299
Making a Call .................................. 288, 319
Options During a Call ...................... 292, 324
Phone Setup .................................... 276, 305
Receiving a Call ............................... 291, 323
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 325
Ring Tone ................................................ 314
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 326
Speed Dial ....................................... 286, 316
Text Message .................................. 281, 293
To Clear the System ................................. 284
To Create a Security PIN .................. 282, 312
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .. 310
Use Contact Photo .................................. 314
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 4
HDMI ® Port ............................................... 168
Head Restraints ......................................... 151
Headlights ................................................. 136
Automatic Operation ............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating ................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 160
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 269
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 72
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 342
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 266
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 502
Engine and Transmission ......................... 502
Vehicle Identification ............................... 502
Illumination Control ................................. 142
Knob ....................................................... 142
Immobilizer System .................................. 126
Indicator.................................................... 73
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