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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle fo r about 10 minutes.
u Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
4. Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
5. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating An Under-inflated Tire P. 543
■Distributing the Sealant in the Tire1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Stop and recheck the air pressure after every 10
minutes of driving as nece ssary until you reach the
nearest service station where you are able to have the
tire permanently repaired or replaced.
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
U.S.
Canada
Air Only Hose
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
6. If the air pressure is:
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. Th e leak is too severe. Call for help and
have your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 561
•Front: 33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (225 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not e xceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u If the pressure does not go down after the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
• Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less th an front: 33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 33 psi
(225 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the ti re until the tire pressure reaches front:
33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (225 kPa).
Then drive carefully for 10 more minute s or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not e xceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u You should repeat this procedure as long as the air pressure is within this
range.
7. Press the pressure relief button until the gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
8. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.
1.Open the trunk floor lid.
2 Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair
the Flat Tire P. 537
2.Remove the kit from the case.
u Place the kit on flat ground near the tire
to be inflated, away from traffic.
3. Place the kit, face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
4. Remove the air only hose from the kit.
5. Remove the valve cap.
6. Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Inflating An Under-inflated Tire1 Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The accessory
power socket and compre ssor can overheat and
become permanently damaged.
Air Only Hose
Valve Cap
Valve Stem
Air Only Hose
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Handling the Unexpected
7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
8. Turn the power system on.
u Keep the power system on while
injecting sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 70
9.Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
10. Press the inflator swit ch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
12. Turn off the kit.
u Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
u If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
14. Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
AIR ONLY
side
ON
Pressure Relief Button
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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 significantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.
If there is a problem with the TPMS, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when th e 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 spec ified 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 indica tor blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible.
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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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Index
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 500
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 501
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 500
Overheating ............................................ 551
Coolant (Inverter) .................................... 502
Cooling System ......................................... 500
Creeping (Transmission) .......................... 421
Cup Holders .............................................. 171
Customer Service Information ................ 574
Customized Features ............... 108, 295, 314
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 548
Defaulting All the Settings .............. 313, 337
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 180
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 567
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 144
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 158
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 496
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 144
Display Button .................................. 191, 214
Door Mirrors ............................................. 159
Doors ........................................................ 120
Auto Door Locking.................................. 129
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 129
Door and Trunk Open Message................. 37
Keys........................................................ 120 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside..................................................... 126
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 122
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 125
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 519
Driving ....................................................... 409
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 429
Braking .................................................... 463
Shifting ................................................... 422
Transmission ............................................ 421
Turning on the Power .............................. 416
Driving Position Memory System ............. 155
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 527
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 16
Eco Drive Display ........................................ 17
ECON Button ............................................. 424
Elapsed Time ............................................. 102
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 79, 556
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 454
Emergency ................................................ 561
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 133
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 569
Engine ....................................................... 566
Coolant ................................................... 500
Jump Starting .......................................... 548
Oil ........................................................... 495 Remote Engine Start................................ 418
Engine Coolant
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 501
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 500
Overheating ............................................ 551
Engine Oil ................................................. 495
Adding .................................................... 497
Checking................................................. 496
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 489
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 554
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 495
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 79, 556
EV Button .................................................... 13
EV Indicator ................................................ 75
EV Mode Indicator ..................................... 75
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 70
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 159
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 530
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 159
F
Features.................................................... 183
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 527
Oil ........................................................... 498
Flat Tire ..................................................... 536
Floor Mats ................................................. 529
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Index
Steering WheelAdjusting ................................................. 157
Stopping .................................................... 475
Summer Tires ............................................ 524
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 176
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 48
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 141
SYNC Mode ............................................... 181
System Message Indicator .......................... 81
T
Temperature
Outside Temperature Display ................... 103
Temperature Sensor ......................... 103, 182
Time (Adjusting) ....................................... 118
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ...................................................... 458
Indicator ............................................ 80, 557
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 537
Tires ........................................................... 516
Air Pressure ..................................... 517, 565
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 516
Inspection ................................................ 516
Labeling................................................... 517
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 536
Regulations.............................................. 519
Rotation .................................................. 523
Summer................................................... 524
Tire Chains .............................................. 524 Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 537
Wear Indicators ....................................... 521
Winter..................................................... 524
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 415
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 415
Emergency .............................................. 561
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 458
Indicator............................................ 80, 557
Transmission ..................................... 421, 422
Creeping ................................................. 421
Fluid ........................................................ 503
Kickdown ................................................ 421
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 423
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 77, 423
Shifting ................................................... 422
Trip Meter ................................................. 102
Troubleshooting ....................................... 535
Blown Fuse...................................... 558, 559
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 31
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 32
Emergency Towing .................................. 561
Noise When Braking .................................. 32
Overheating ............................................ 551
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 545
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 536
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 31, 128
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 550
Warning Indicators .................................... 74
Trunk ......................................................... 130
Lid........................................................... 130 Light Bulb ............................................... 564
Main Switch............................................ 132
Turn Signals .............................................. 144
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 81
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 103
Turning on the Power ............................. 416
Does Not Activate ................................... 545
Jump Starting ......................................... 548
Remote Engine Start ............................... 418
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 122
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 21
USB Flash Drives ....................... 208, 262, 291
USB Port .................................................... 185
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 122
V
Valet Key .................................................. 132
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 566
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 454
OFF Button ............................................. 455
Off Indicator ............................................. 79
System Indicator ....................................... 79
Ventilation ............................................... 179
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 495, 565
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