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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the (information) button to see the message again
with the system me ssage indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 555
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon. u Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 490
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2 Overheating P. 551
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature is
near its upper limit.●Drive slowly to pr event overheating.
●Appears if any door or the trunk is not completely
closed.
●The beeper sounds and the message comes on if any
door or the trunk is opened while driving.
●Goes off when all doors and the trunk are closed.
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the power system temperature is
high.●Your vehicle has less ability to accelerate and may be
harder to start on an incline.
●Park in a safe place, and cool the system down.
2Overheating P. 551
●Appears when the High Voltage battery temperature
is low.●Your vehicle has less ability to accelerate and may be
harder to start on an incline.
●Goes off once you start driving as the High Voltage
battery warms up.
●Appears after the 12-volt battery charging system
indicator comes on.●Your vehicle has less ability to accelerate and may be
harder to start on an incline.
●Contact a dealer immediately.
●Appears when the High Voltage battery temperature
is too low to operate (approx. -22°F [-30°C] or
below).●You can start the engine an d use the climate control
system to warm up the inte rior, which will also warm
the High Voltage battery en ough for you to drive the
vehicle.
●Appears when the High Voltage battery and other
system control temperatures are too low to operate
(approx. -40°F [-40°C] or below).●You must wait for an increase in the ambient
temperature or move the vehicle to a warmer location.
●Consult a dealer.
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551Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the multi-
information display.
• The Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears on the multi-information
display.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the multi-
information display when the po wer system temperature is high.
2Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages P. 96
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
u Move the shift lever to
(P, and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. Keep the power mode on, and wait until the message disappears.
u If the message does not disappear, have your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
■The High Temperature. Power Reduced. Message Appears
on the Multi-Information Display
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■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 power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
■The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the
Multi-Information Display1 The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the Multi-
Information Display
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the Engine Temperature
Too Hot message on the multi- information display
may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
turn the power system off once the Engine
Temperature Too Hot message
disappears.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately turn the power system off.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the engine coolant
reserve tank is low, add coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant 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 suffici ently, turn the power system on.
If the Engine Temperature Too Hot message does not appear, resume driving. If
it appears again, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the Multi-
Information Display
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.
Engine
Coolant
Reserve
Tank
MAX
MIN
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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
Light Switches ......................................... 144
Lights On Indicator .................................... 81
Turn Signals ............................................. 144
Load Limits ................................................ 413
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 120
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 129
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 128
From Inside .............................................. 126
From Outside ........................................... 122
Keys ........................................................ 120
Using a Key ............................................. 125
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 125
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) .................. 554
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 554
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ................................................... 121
Lower Anchors ............................................ 63
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 413
M
Maintenance............................................. 485
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 525
Brake Fluid............................................... 504
Cleaning .................................................. 528
Climate Control System ........................... 527
Coolant ........................................... 500, 502
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 489
Oil ........................................................... 496
Precautions .............................................. 486 Radiator .................................................. 501
Remote Transmitter ................................. 526
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 506
Safety...................................................... 487
Service Items ........................................... 491
Tires ........................................................ 516
Transmission Fluid ................................... 503
Under the Hood ...................................... 493
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 76, 555
Map Lights ................................................ 168
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 413
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 98
Mirrors ...................................................... 158
Adjusting ................................................ 158
Door ....................................................... 159
Exterior ................................................... 159
Interior Rearview ..................................... 158
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 533
Moonroof ................................................. 140
Motor Number ......................................... 566
MP3 ................................... 199, 208, 249, 262
Multi-Information Display ....................... 100
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 480
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 566
O
Odometer................................................. 102 Oil (Engine)
.............................................. 495
Adding ................................................... 497
Checking ................................................ 496
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 489
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 554
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 495
Viscosity.................................................. 495
Open Source Licences .............................. 294
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 494
Moonroof ............................................... 140
Power Windows...................................... 137
Trunk ...................................................... 130
Outside Temperature Display ................. 103
Overheating ............................................. 551
P
Pandora®.......................................... 207, 259
Panic Mode ............................................... 136
Parking ..................................................... 475
Parking Brake ........................................... 463
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ........................................... 74, 556
Parking Sensor System ............................. 476
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 144
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ............... 211, 265
POWER Button ......................................... 141
Power System
Turning on .............................................. 416
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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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