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Driving your vehicle
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Overloading your vehicle may
cause damage. Repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Do
not overload your vehicle.We do not recommend using this
vehicle for trailer towing.
NOTICE
If you carry items inside your
vehicle (e.g., suitcases, tools,
packages, or anything else),
they are moving as fast as the
vehicle. If you have to stop or
turn quickly, or if there is a
crash, the items will keep going
and can cause an injury if they
strike the driver or a passenger.
Put items in the cargo area of
your vehicle. Try to spread the
weight evenly.
Do not stack items, like suit-
cases, inside the vehicle
above the tops of the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured
child restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something
inside the vehicle, secure it.
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Maintenance
Tire terminology and defini-
tions
Air Pressure
The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
This means the combined weight of
optional accessories. Some exam-
ples of optional accessories are auto-
matic transmission, power seats, and
air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
The relationship of a tire’s height to
its width.
Belt
A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from steel
or other reinforcing materials.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires
wrapped by steel cords that hold the
tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of the
tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
The amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire
has built up heat from driving.
Curb Weight
This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional
equipment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but
without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings
A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in com-
pliance with the U.S. Department of
Transportation motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code includes
the Tire Identification Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which
can also identify the tire manufactur-
er, production plant, brand and date
of production.
GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GAWR FRT
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
Front Axle.
GAWR RR
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
Rear axle.
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Maintenance
vehicle, pay particular attention to
the components under the fenders
and other areas that are hidden
from view. Do a thorough job; just
dampening the accumulated mud
rather than washing it away will
accelerate corrosion rather than
prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and steam are particularly
effective in removing accumulated
mud and corrosive materials.
When cleaning lower door panels, rocker panels and frame members,
be sure that drain holes are kept
open so that moisture can escape
and not be trapped inside to accel-
erate corrosion.Keep your garage dry
Don’t park your car in a damp, poor-
ly ventilated garage. This creates a
favorable environment for corrosion.
This is particularly true if you wash
your vehicle in the garage or drive it
into the garage when it is still wet or
covered with snow, ice or mud. Even
a heated garage can contribute to
corrosion unless it is well ventilated
so moisture is dispersed.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish
should be covered with "touch-up"
paint as soon as possible to reduce
the possibility of corrosion. If bare
metal is showing through, the atten-
tion of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings are highly corrosive
and may damage painted surfaces in
just a few hours. Always remove bird
droppings as soon as possible.
Interior care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as
perfume and cosmetic oil, from con-
tacting the interior parts because
they may cause damage or discol-
oration. If they do contact the interior
parts, wipe them off immediately.
See the instructions for the proper
way to clean vinyl.
Never allow water or other liq-
uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as
this may damage them.
When cleaning leather prod-
ucts (steering wheel, seats
etc.), use neutral detergents
or low alcohol content solu-
tions. If you use high alcohol
content solutions or acid/
alkaline detergents, the color
of the leather may fade or the
surface may get stripped off.
CAUTION
Caring for the leather seats- Vacuum the seat periodically toremove dust and sand on the seat.
It will prevent abrasion or damage
of the leather and maintain its qual-
ity.
- Wipe the natural leather seat cover often with dry or soft cloth.
- Use of proper leather protective may prevent abrasion of the cover
and helps maintain the color. Be
sure to read the instructions and
consult a specialist when using
leather coating or protective agent.
- Light colored (beige, cream beige) leather is easily contaminated and
the stain is noticeable. Clean the
seats frequently.
- Avoid wiping with wet cloth. It may cause the surface to crack. Cleaning the leather seats
- Remove all contaminationsinstantly. Refer to instructions
below for removal of each contam-
inant.
- Cosmetic products (sunscreen, foundation, etc.)
Apply cleansing cream on a cloth
and wipe the contaminate spot.
Wipe off the cream with a wet cloth
and remove water with a dry cloth.
- Beverages (coffee, soft drink, etc.) Apply a small amount of neutral
detergent and wipe until contami-
nations do not smear.
- Oil Remove oil instantly with
absorbable cloth and wipe with
stain remover used only for natural
leather.
- Chewing gum Harden the gum with ice and
remove gradually.Cleaning the seat belt webbing
Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpet. Follow
the instructions provided with the
soap. Do not bleach or re-dye the
webbing because this may weaken
the seat belt.
Cleaning the interior windowglass
If the interior glass surfaces of the
vehicle become fogged (that is, cov-
ered with an oily, greasy or waxy
film), they should be cleaned with
glass cleaner. Follow the directions
on the glass cleaner container.
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Maintenance
Do not scrape or scratch the
inside of the rear window. This
may result in damage to the rear
window defroster grid.
CAUTION
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A/V mode ........................................................................\
3-98
Air bag warning labels ....................................................2-70
Air bags ........................................................................\
...2-47Additional safety precautions .....................................2-69
Air bag collision sensors ............................................2-63
Air bag inflation conditions .......................................2-65
Air bag non-inflation conditions ................................2-66
Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-70
Curtain air bags ..........................................................2-51
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger seat..........................................................2-58
Driver's front air bag ..................................................2-49
How does the air bag system operate? .......................2-53
Occupant Classification System (OCS) .....................2-58
Passenger's front air bag.............................................2-49
Side air bags ...............................................................2-50
SRS Care ....................................................................2-68\
SRS warning light ......................................................2-53
What to expect after an air bag inflates .....................2-57
Where are the air bags? ..............................................2-49
Why didn't my air bag go off in a collision ...............2-63
Air cleaner.......................................................................7\
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Air conditioning system (Refrigerant/Compressor) .........8-5
Air ventilation seats ........................................................2-22 Airconditioning system
Automatic climate control system............................3-138
Occupant Classification System (OCS) ...................3-137
Alarm system ..................................................................3-13
Antenna ........................................................................\
.....4-2
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .......................................5-32
Appearance care..............................................................7-94 Exterior care ...............................................................7-94
Interior care ................................................................7-99
Armrest ........................................................................\
...2-14
Audio/Video/Navigation system (AVN) ...........................4-4
Auto door lock/unlock features ......................................3-12
Auto hold ........................................................................\
5-28
Auto light position ........................................................3-115
Automatic climate control system ................................3-136 Air conditioning .......................................................3-145
Automatic heating and air conditioning ...................3-137
Climate control air filter ...........................................3-148
Manual heating and air conditioning .......................3-138
Automatic transmission ..................................................5-12 Sports mode ................................................................5-15
Automtice transmission shift indicator ...........................3-75
AUX, USB and iPod
®port ...............................................4-2
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Engine compartment..................................................1-6, 7-3
Engine compartment panel fuse .....................................7-62
Engine coolant ................................................................7-29
Engine Coolant Temperature gauge................................3-61
Engine number ..................................................................8-9
Engine oil ........................................................................\
7-27
Engine start/stop button ....................................................5-5
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.................7-24
Exterior care....................................................................7-94\
Exterior overview (front) ..................................................1-2
Exterior overview (rear) ...................................................1-3
Flat tire (with Tire Mobility kit) .....................................6-15
Floor mat anchor(s).......................................................3-161
FluidBrake fluid ..................................................................7-33
Washer fluid ...............................................................7-34
Folding rear seats ............................................................2-12
Folding the side view mirror ..........................................3-36
Foot parking brake ..........................................................5-20
Forward collision warning system (FCWS) ...................5-45
Front lamp .....................................................................3-1\
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Front seats ........................................................................\
.2-6
Fuel Economy ...............................................................3-107
Fuel filler lid Emergency fuel filler door release .............................3-53 Fuel filler lid (Hybrid) ....................................................3-53
Fuel filler lid (Plug-in hybrid) ........................................3-56
Fuel Gauge ......................................................................3-\
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Fuel requirements .............................................................F-7
Fuse switch .....................................................................7-6\
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Fuses ........................................................................\
.......7-60
Instrument panel fuse .................................................7-61
Engine compartment panel fuse .................................7-62
Fuse switch .................................................................7-62
Fuse/relay panel description .......................................7-64
Main fuse ....................................................................7-63\
Multi fuse ...................................................................7-63
Gauges........................................................................\
.....3-62
Glove box......................................................................3-\
154
Glove box lamp.............................................................3-124
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Odometer........................................................................\
.3-65
Oil (Engine) ....................................................................7-27\
Outside temperature gauge .............................................3-65
Owner maintenance ..........................................................7-5
Panoramic sunroof ..........................................................3-42
Parking brake ..................................................................7-34
Parking lamp position ...................................................3-116
Passenger’s front air bag.................................................2-49
PHEV (Plug-in electric vehicle) system ..........................H-3
Plug-in hybrid mode indicator ........................................3-63
Power brakes ...................................................................5-19
Power outlet ..................................................................3-157
Power window lock button .............................................3-41Rear combination light bulb replacement.......................7-87
Rear lamp ......................................................................3-\
126
Rear parking assist system (RPAS) ..............................3-131
Rear seats ........................................................................\
2-12
Rear view camera .........................................................3-130
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...................7-45
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-6
Recommended SAE viscosity number .........................8-7
Replacement light bulb ...................................................7-81 Back-up lamp .............................................................7-91
High mounted stop lamp ............................................7-92
Interior light bulb replacement ...................................7-92
License plate light bulb replacement .........................7-92
Reporting safety defects .................................................8-10
Reverse parking aid function ..........................................3-37
Rocking the vehicle ........................................................5-81
Room lamp....................................................................3-12\
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Rotation (Tire) ................................................................7-47
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Safety messages ................................................................F-6
Safety precautions for hybrid system ............................H-42
Scheduled maintenance service ........................................7-8
Seat belts ........................................................................\
.2-24Additional seat belt safety precautions ......................2-32
Care of seat belts ........................................................2-35
Height adjustment ......................................................2-26
Pre-tensioner seat belt ................................................2-29
Rear center seat belt ...................................................2-32
Seat belt restraint system............................................2-26
Seat belt safety precautions ........................................2-24
Seat belt warning light ...............................................2-25
Seat warmers ...................................................................2-20
Seats ........................................................................\
..........2-4 Air ventilation seats....................................................2-22
Armrest .......................................................................2\
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Backseat pocket ..........................................................2-11
Folding rear seats .......................................................2-12
Front seats ....................................................................2-6
Head restraints ............................................................2-16
Rear seats....................................................................2-12\
Safety precautions ........................................................2-5
Seat warmers ..............................................................2-20 Shift lock system.............................................................5-16
Shift-lock release ............................................................5-16
Side air bags....................................................................2-50\
Side curtain ...................................................................3-162\
Side view mirror .............................................................3-34
Smart cruise control system............................................5-65
Smart high beam ...........................................................3-117
Smart key ........................................................................\
..3-3
Smart trunk .....................................................................3-5\
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Smooth cornering............................................................5-82
Snow tires .......................................................................5\
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Special driving conditions ..............................................5-81
Driving at night ..........................................................5-82
Driving in flooded areas .............................................5-83
Driving in the rain ......................................................5-83
Hazardous driving conditions ....................................5-81
Highway driving.........................................................5-84
Rocking the vehicle ....................................................5-81
Smooth cornering .......................................................5-82
Speedometer....................................................................3-62\
Sports mode ....................................................................5-15\
Starting difficulties, see engine will not start ...................6-3
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