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Driving Hints
Breaking-In
....................................................228
Economical Driving ....................................
228
Driving Through Water ..............................
229
Floor Mats ......................................................
229
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................
231
Hazard Flashers ...........................................
232
Fuel Shutoff ..................................................
232
Jump Starting the Vehicle .......................
233
Collision, Damage or Fire Event .............
235
Post-Crash Alert System .........................
236
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................
237
Towing Points ...............................................
237
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ..............
239
In California (U.S. Only) ...........................
240
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) ......................
241
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) ......................
242
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada .......................................................
242
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
243
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
244
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
244
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart .........................
246
Changing a Fuse .........................................
256
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
258
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
258
Under Hood Overview ..............................
259
Engine Oil Dipstick .....................................
260Engine Oil Check
........................................
260
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
261
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
261
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
265
Brake Fluid Check .......................................
266
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
266
Fuel Filter .......................................................
267
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
267
Checking the Wiper Blades ....................
268
Changing the Wiper Blades ....................
269
Adjusting the Headlamps .......................
269
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
270
Changing the Engine Air Filter ................
272
Vehicle Care
General Information ...................................
274
Cleaning Products ......................................
274
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
274
Waxing .............................................................
275
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
276
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
276
Cleaning the Interior ...................................
277
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens .......................
277
Cleaning Leather Seats ............................
278
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............
278
Cleaning the Wheels .................................
278
Vehicle Storage ............................................
279
Body Styling Kits ........................................
280
Wheels and Tires
General Information ...................................
281
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit ....................
281
Tire Care .........................................................
287
Using Summer Tires ..................................
302
Using Snow Chains ....................................
302
Tire Pressure Monitoring System .........
303
Technical Specifications .........................
306
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Note:
Driving your vehicle without repair
increases the chance of engine damage.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management (If Equipped) WARNING
To reduce the risk of crash and injury,
be prepared that the vehicle speed
may reduce and the vehicle may not
be able to accelerate with full power until
the coolant temperature reduces. If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the
engine may temporarily reach a higher
temperature during severe operating
conditions, for example ascending a long
or steep grade in high ambient
temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display.
You may notice a reduction in vehicle
speed caused by reduced engine power in
order to manage the engine coolant
temperature. Your vehicle may enter this
mode if certain high-temperature and
high-load conditions take place. The
amount of speed reduction depends on
vehicle loading, grade and ambient
temperature. If this occurs, there is no need
to pull off the road. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
The air conditioning may automatically
turn on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant
temperature decreases to the normal
operating temperature, the air conditioning
turns on. If the coolant temperature gauge moves
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine
soon messages appear in your information
display, do the following:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and shift the transmission into
park (P).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. If the
temperature does not drop after
several minutes, follow the remaining
steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to
cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
Note: Transmission fluid should be checked
by an authorized dealer. If required, fluid
should be added by an authorized dealer.
Have an authorized dealer check and
change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See
Scheduled
Maintenance (page 473). Your
transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked
if the transmission is not working properly,
(i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts
slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid
leakage.
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
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Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.Multi-point inspection
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires for wear and proper pressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
Hazard warning system operation
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle. NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time.
This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying a
message in the information display.
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AUTO........................................................................\
121
Climate Controlled Seats................................ 120
Defrost.................................................................... 120
Fan Speed Control............................................. 120
Heated Rear Window........................................ 120
Heated Seats....................................................... 120
Heated Windshield............................................ 120
Left-hand Temperature Control................... 120
Max A/C................................................................. 120
Max Defrost.......................................................... 120
Power...................................................................... 120
Recirculated Air................................................... 120
Right-hand Temperature Control................120
Automatic High Beam Control..................79 Automatic High Beam Indicator.................... 80
Switching the System On and Off.................79
Automatic Transmission............................175 Brake-Shift Interlock Override........................ 177
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow................................................................... 178
Understanding the Positions of Your Rotary Shift Transmission......................................... 175
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................265
Autowipers........................................................74 Autowipers Settings............................................ 75
Auxiliary Power Points................................142
110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 142
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 142
Locations............................................................... 142
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 267
Blind Spot Information System...............214 Switching the System Off and On................215
System Errors....................................................... 215
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 214
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System...........214
Body Styling Kits.........................................280
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........258
Booster Seats
...................................................27
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 28
Brake Fluid Check........................................266 Brakes................................................................179
General Information........................................... 179
Breaking-In.....................................................228
Bulb Specification Chart............................315
C
Cabin Air Filter................................................126
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications.................312 Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates............................................................ 315
Specifications....................................................... 312
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 274
Catalytic Converter
......................................165
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 166
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 166
Center Console
..............................................144
Changing a Bulb...........................................270 Front Halogen Fog Lamp................................. 271
Headlamp............................................................. 270
LED Lamps............................................................. 271
License Plate Lamp........................................... 272
Reversing Lamp.................................................. 272
Changing a Fuse..........................................256 Fuses...................................................................... 256
Changing the 12V Battery..........................267
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................272
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................269
Charging the High Voltage Battery.........170
Checking MyKey System Status..............58 MyKey Distance.................................................... 58
Number of Admin Keys...................................... 59
Number of MyKeys.............................................. 59
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................268
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................39
Child Restraint Positioning.........................29
Child Safety
.......................................................18
General Information............................................. 18
Child Safety Locks.........................................30 Left-Hand Side....................................................... 31
Right-Hand Side.................................................... 31
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................278
Cleaning Products
........................................274
Materials................................................................ 274
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