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Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/T ire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Indicator Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The spec ified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, ch ange the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message*
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 487
1If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist provides visual and audible
assistance during tire pre ssure adjustment. With the
power mode in ON, while y ou adjust tire pressure up
or down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message*
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 663
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure:1.Open the tailgate.
2. Wrap a cloth around the built-in key. Put it
into the cover slot as shown in the image,
and remove the cover.
3. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Index
Specified Fuel................................... 579, 668
Speedometer ............................................ 113
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 48
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 509
Starting the Engine .................................. 487
Does Not Start ........................................ 645
Jump Starting ......................................... 649
Remote Engine Start ............................... 489
Steering Wheel ........................................ 174
Adjusting ................................................ 174
Heater .................................................... 204
Stopping ................................................... 568
Summer Tires ............................................ 621
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 203
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 48
Indicator ................................................... 83
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 155
SYNC Mode .............................................. 217
System Message Indicator ......................... 88
T
Tachometer.............................................. 113
Tailgate ..................................................... 138
Unable to Open ...................................... 666
Temperature
Gauge .................................................... 113
Outside Temperature Display .................. 116
Temperature Gauge ................................ 113
Temperature Sensor ........................ 116, 220 Third Row Seat (Folding Down)
.............. 188
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 186
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 202
Time (Setting) ........................................... 120
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 657
Tires ........................................................... 613
Air Pressure ..................................... 614, 669
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 613
Inspection ................................................ 613
Labeling .................................................. 614
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 637
Regulations ............................................. 616
Rotation .................................................. 620
Spare Tire ........................................ 637, 669
Summer .................................................. 621
Tire Chains .............................................. 621
Wear Indicators ....................................... 618
Winter ..................................................... 621
Tools .......................................................... 636
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 474
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 478
Load Limits .............................................. 474
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 484
Emergency .............................................. 663
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 551
Indicator ............................................ 86, 657
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 657
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 482
Transmission ......................... 21, 23, 495, 497
Automatic ........................... 21, 23, 495, 497
Fluid ........................................................ 601 Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 499
Number................................................... 670
Sequential Mode ..................................... 503
Transmission Indicator ............................... 80
Trip Meter ................................................. 116
Troubleshooting ....................................... 635
Blown Fuse...................... 658, 659, 660, 661
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 28
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 29
Emergency Towing .................................. 663
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 645
Noise When Braking .................................. 30
Overheating ............................................ 652
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 637
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 29, 133
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 648
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals .............................................. 158
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 86
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 117
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Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 196
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 124
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 15, 131
USB Flash Drives ....................... 240, 294, 321
USB Port ............................................ 223, 340
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