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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 250
Hood................................... 253
Positioning a floor jack ....... 255
Engine compartment .......... 257
Tires ................................... 270
Tire inflation pressure......... 277
Wheels ............................... 281
Air conditioning filter ........... 284
Wireless remote control key battery ....................... 287
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 290
Light bulbs .......................... 298
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ........... 306
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................... 307
If you think something is wrong ............................... 315
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 316 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 317
If you have a flat tire ........... 327
If the engine will not start .................................. 338
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 339
If you lose your keys ........... 340
If the battery is discharged ........................ 341
If your vehicle overheats..... 345
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 348
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency........................ 350
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 354
Fuel information .................. 366
Tire information................... 370
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 383
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
■For quick cooling
Turn the temperature control dial to the “MAX A/C” position and select the
recirculated air mode.
■ Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning
on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively.
● If you turn
off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling
operation, setting the recirculated air m ode will also cool the vehicle interior
effectively.
■ When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is
pressed.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air\
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
■ Air conditioning filter
→P. 284

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 236
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 240
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 244
General maintenance....... 246
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 249 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 250
Hood ................................ 253
Positioning a floor jack ................................ 255
Engine compartment ........ 257
Tires ................................. 270
Tire inflation pressure ...... 277
Wheels ............................. 281
Air conditioning filter......... 284
Wireless remote control key battery ..................... 287
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 290
Light bulbs........................ 298

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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
■ When working near the electric c ooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off. With the engine switch in the “ON” position,
the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning
is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( →P. 263)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the engine switch off. Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box and pull the glove box
toward you to disconnect the
claws.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Maintenance and care
Lower the glove box slowly
until surface is horizontal
with the floor, then pull it out.
(Simply pulling with gentle
force will dis
engage the lower
claws.)
Lower claw
Lower claw engagement
point
Do not forcibly pull the glove
box. Otherwise, the lower
claws or the lower claw
engagement points may be
deformed, making it difficult to
reinstall or close the glove box.
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the air conditioning
filter and replace it with a new
one.
The “ ↑UP” marks shown on
the filter should be pointing up.
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When removing the glove box
Do not forcibly pull the glove box. Otherwise, the lower claws or the lower
claw engagement points may be deformed, making it difficult to reinstall or
close the glove box.
■ When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 208
ABS........................................... 184
Air conditioning filter .............. 284
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 284
Manual air conditioning system................................ 208
Airbags Airbag operating conditions ....................... 80, 88
Airbag precautions for your child.............................. 97
Airbag warning light .............. 318
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ............. 88
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 97
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 104
General airbag precautions .......................... 97
Locations of airbags ............... 66
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............. 101
Proper driving
posture ........................... 64, 97 Side airbag operating
conditions..............................88
Side airbag precautions ...........................97
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions..............................88
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ..............97
SRS airbag instructions for
Canadian owners ................390
SRS airbags ............................66
Anti-lock brake system............184
Audio input ...............................217
Audio system Audio input ............................217
AUX port................................217
iPod .......................................217
Portable music player............217
Steering wheel audio
switches ..............................218
USB memory .........................217
USB port................................217
Automatic headlight leveling system ....................................174
Automatic light control system ....................................172A