
Continued427
uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the 
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the 
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resi n coated parts, they 
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and 
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road 
contaminants. When necessary, as early as  possible use a sponge and mild detergent 
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals 
(including some commercial wheel cleaners).  These can damage the protective finish 
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish, 
the wheels also may lo se their luster or appear burn ished. To avoid water stains, 
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage 
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe 
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when 
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts 
made of resin.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 432
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 434
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 443
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak ....444
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 445
Jump Starting .................................... 446
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 448
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 449 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes 
On ............................................. 451
If the Charging System Indicator Comes 
On ................................................. 451
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes  On or Blinks ..................................... 452
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes  On...................................................... 453
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System  Indicator Comes On ....................... 453 If the Electric Parking Brake System 
Indicator Comes On ....................... 454
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator  Comes On or Blinks ....................... 455
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 456
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 460
Emergency Towing ........................... 461
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 462
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If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually 
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place.  Replace the flat tire with a compact 
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possibl e to have the full-size tire repaired or 
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking 
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to 
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to 
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK 
(0*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact 
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure. 
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the 
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with 
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are 
specifically for this model. Do not use them with 
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact 
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire. 
If a chain-mounted front tire  goes flat, remove one of 
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact 
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it 
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear. 
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use the jack if it  doesn’t work properly. Call 
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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1. Place the jack under the jacking point 
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the 
image) clockwise 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 
their shape may not match.
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 vehicle while using the jack.
•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the 
jack.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before 
driving.
Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and 
can seriously injure the occupants.
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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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns 
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check 
each of the items on the right and 
respond accordingly.Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery  P. 419●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses  P. 456
The starter turns over normally 
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the 
fuse. Check each of the items on 
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try  to start the engine again. 
2 Starting the Engine  P. 325, 328
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 116
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 
2 Fuel Gauge P. 91
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your  vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 460
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing  P. 461
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an 
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting  P. 446
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the indicator on the  ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, 
and the engine won’t start.
Start the engine as follows. 1.Touch the center of the  ENGINE START/
STOP button with the  H logo on the smart 
entry remote while the indicator on the 
ENGINE START/STOP  button is flashing. 
The buttons on the smart entry remote 
should be facing you.
u The indicator flashes for about 30 
seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal (continuously 
variable transmission) or clutch pedal 
(manual transmission) and press the 
ENGINE START/STOP  button within 10 
seconds after the beeper sounds while the 
indicator stays on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode 
will change to ACCESSORY.
Models with smart entry system
ENGINE
START
STOP
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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The  ENGINE START/STOP  button may be used to stop the engine due to an 
emergency situation even while driving. If  you must stop the engine, do either of the 
following operations:
• Press and hold the  ENGINE START/STOP  button for two seconds.
• Firmly press the  ENGINE START/STOP  button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However,  because turning off the engine disables 
the power assist the engine provides to  the steering and braking systems, it will 
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use 
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down  the vehicle and stop immediately in a 
safe place. With manual transmission  models you can also downshift the 
transmission to utilize engine braking.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE  OFF, move the shift lever to 
(P after the vehicle 
comes to a complete stop.
Then press the  ENGINE START/STOP  button twice without depressing the brake 
pedal.
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Models with smart entry system
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is 
absolutely necessary for th e engine to be switched 
off.
Continuously variable transmission models
Canadian continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
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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. 456
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 jumper 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 e ngine 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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