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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever in the center of
the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support
Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil f ilter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the Maintenance Minder message on
the information display. 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the bolts and clips on the
undercarriage and remove the under
cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under
Cover
Bolt Clip
Washer
Drain Bolt
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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 jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
u Remove the cover from the under-hood
fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 433
2.Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u Connect when using the automotive
battery charger to boost your 12-volt
battery, select a lo wer charging voltage
than 15-volt. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do
not connect this jumper cable to any other
part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine 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.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
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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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator (red) co mes on 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 high temperature
indicator on may da mage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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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 minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 374
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 and cooling system*/climate control system*, rear
defogger, and other electrical system s, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If 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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Index
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 340
Indicator ................................................... 79
LaneWatch
TM............................................ 345
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 59
Lights ................................................ 123, 383
Bulb Replacement ................................... 383
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 127
Fog Lights ............................................... 126
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 77
Interior.................................................... 147
Light Switches......................................... 123
Lights On Indicator.................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 123
Load Limits ............................................... 309
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 92
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 105
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 104
From Inside ............................................. 101
From Outside ............................................ 95
Keys.......................................................... 92
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 100
Using a Key............................................... 99
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 100
Low Battery Charge ................................. 429
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 429
Lower Anchors ........................................... 59
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 443
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 309
M
Maintenance............................................. 363
Battery .................................................... 403
Brake Fluid .............................................. 381
Cleaning .................................................. 408
Coolant ................................................... 378
Heating and Cooling System .................... 407
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 367
Oil ........................................................... 374
Precautions .............................................. 365
Radiator .................................................. 379
Remote Transmitter ................................. 405
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 383
Safety ...................................................... 365
Service Items ........................................... 369
Tires ........................................................ 394
Transmission Fluid ................................... 380
Under the Hood ...................................... 371
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 430
Manual Transmission ................................ 329
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 331
Map Lights ................................................ 148
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 309
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 85
Mirrors ....................................................... 133
Adjusting ................................................. 133
Door........................................................ 133
Exterior .................................................... 133
Interior Rearview ..................................... 133
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 362
Moonroof .................................................. 117 MP3
........................................... 182, 188, 213
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 356
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 444
O
Odometer................................................... 87
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 373
Adding .................................................... 375
Checking................................................. 374
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 367
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 429
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 373
Viscosity .................................................. 373
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ....... 117
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 372
Power Windows ...................................... 115
Tailgate ................................................... 109
Overheating .............................................. 427
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ....................................... 20, 327, 328
Pandora ®................................................... 212
Panic Mode ............................................... 114
Parking ...................................................... 355
Parking Brake ........................................... 351
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