
uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
560
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge pointer 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, or no coolant in the tank, check that
the radiator is cool . Cover the reserve
tank cap with a heavy cloth and open the
cap. Add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark, 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 pointer has gone down, 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 reserve tank 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 reserve tank
cap.
MAX
Reserve TankMIN
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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 on level ground 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 three minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 499
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 within 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 heating system*/climate control system*, rear defogger, and
other electrical systems, and immedi ately contact 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.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicator, Comi ng On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reason for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 564
If you repeatedly operate th e electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1 and
check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown.
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
Passenger’s Power Seat*/
Rear Seat Heaters*(60 A)
Cooling Fan*2(30 A)
Cooling Fan*3(50 A)
−−
IG Main*4
−*530 A −
Headlight High Beam Main30 A
Battery125 A
2
EPS70 A
IG Main 30 A*4
50 A*5
Fuse Box Option*(40 A)
Fuse Box 60 A
Front Wiper Motor30 A
Headlight Low Beam Main 30 A
3
Rear Defroster40 A
Starter Motor*4
−*530 A −
Fuse Box40 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
ABS/VSA FSR40 A
Blower Motor40 A
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:2.0L engine models
*3:1.5L engine models
*4:Models with smart entry system
*5:Models without smart entry system
*6:Continuously variable transmission models
4
−−
−−
−−
−−
5Cooling Fan5A
6Washer 15A
7FI Main15 A
8FI Sub 15A
9Stop Lights10 A
10 Injector*3(15 A)
11LAF5A
12 FI ECU 10 A
13Parking Lights10 A
14 Hazard 15 A
15IG Coil15 A
16 Transmission*6(15 A)
17Daytime Running Lights10 A
18 Back Up 10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has readiness codes as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some States use these codes for testing to verify whether your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testing is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, tu rn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, without starting the
engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will co me on for several seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are
not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle te sted before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retest ing by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the ac celerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
(P (continuously variable transmission) or (N (manual
transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about
3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again onl y after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.
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Index
Controls.................................................... 127
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 505
Adding the Coolant ................................ 506
Overheating ............................................ 559
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 410
Cruise Control .......................................... 417
Indicator ................................................... 86
Cup Holders .............................................. 185
Customer Service Information ................ 588
Customized Features ....................... 118, 308
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 165
Dead Battery ............................................ 555
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 338
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 194, 199
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 581
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 162
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 171
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 499
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 162
Display Button .......................................... 230
Display Setup .................................... 217, 252
Display/Information Button .................... 113
Door Mirrors ............................................. 172 Doors
......................................................... 130
Auto Door Locking .................................. 143
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 143
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 37, 82
Door Open Message ............................ 37, 94
Keys ........................................................ 130
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside............................................... 140
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside............................................ 133
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 525
Driver Information Interface ................... 113
Driving ....................................................... 395
Braking .................................................... 457
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 410
Cruise Control ......................................... 417
Shifting Gear ........................................... 413
Shifting Position ...................................... 411
Starting the Engine .......................... 402, 404
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 535
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................. 416
Elapsed Time ............................................. 115
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 82
Indicator ............................................ 82, 565
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 447Emergency
................................................ 571
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 554
Emergency Trunk Opener ................ 149, 573
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 583
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 505
Jump Starting .......................................... 555
Oil ........................................................... 498
Starting ........................................... 402, 404
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 157
Engine Coolant ......................................... 505
Adding the Coolant................................. 506
Overheating ............................................ 559
Temperature Gauge ................................ 109
Engine Oil ................................................. 498
Adding .................................................... 501
Checking................................................. 499
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ................................... 485, 490
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 561
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 498
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 158
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 565
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 72
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 538
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 172
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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 440
LaneWatchTM............................................. 450
Language (HFL) ................................. 340, 364
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 65
Lights ................................................. 162, 510
Automatic ............................................... 163
Bulb Replacement .................................... 510
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 165
Fog Lights ................................................ 165
High Beam Indicator .................................. 84
Interior .................................................... 181
Light Switches ......................................... 162
Lights On Indicator .................................... 84
Turn Signals ............................................. 162
Load Limits ................................................ 399
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 130
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 143
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 142
From Inside .............................................. 140
From Outside ........................................... 133
Keys ........................................................ 130
Using a Key ............................................. 139
Low Battery Charge .................................. 561
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 80
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 561
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ................................................... 132
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 576, 578
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 399
M
Maintenance............................................. 481
Adding the Coolant................................. 506
Battery .................................................... 531
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 508
Cleaning ................................................. 536
Climate Control System ........................... 535
Coolant ................................................... 505
Heating System ....................................... 535
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 485
Oil ........................................................... 499
Precautions ............................................. 482
Remote Transmitter ................................. 533
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 510
Safety...................................................... 483
Service Items ................................... 487, 492
Tires ........................................................ 522
Transmission Fluid ................................... 507
Under the Hood ...................................... 495
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 79, 562
Manual Transmission ............................... 413
Map Lights ................................................ 182
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 399
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 108
Mirrors ...................................................... 171
Adjusting ................................................ 171
Door ....................................................... 172
Exterior ................................................... 172
Interior Rearview ..................................... 171
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 541
Moonroof ................................................. 156 MP3
................................................... 223, 279
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 474
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 580
O
Odometer......................................... 110, 114
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 498
Adding ................................................... 501
Checking ................................................ 499
Displaying Mainte nance Minder
Information ................................... 485, 490
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 561
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 498
Viscosity.................................................. 498
Open Source Licenses .............................. 306
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 573
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 497
Moonroof ............................................... 156
Power Windows...................................... 153
Trunk ...................................................... 147
Outside Temperature Display ......... 112, 116
Overheating ............................................. 559
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