The rear window wiper and washer operate
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF po-
sition to operate the wiper.
1Intermittent (INT) — intermittent opera-
tion (not adjustable)
2Low (ON) — continuous low speed op-
eration
Push the switch forward
3to operate the
washer. The wiper will also operate several
times.
To defrost the rear window glass and outside
mirrors:
Start the engine and push the rear window
defroster switch. The rear window defroster
indicator light on the display screen comes
on. Push the switch again to turn the de-
froster off.
The rear window defroster automatically
turns off after approximately 15 minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.
NOTE:
The top and bottom few rows of wires on the
rear window are not part of the rear window
defroster system. These wires make up the
antenna for the audio system.
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MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH
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∙ For additional information, refer to“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and controls” section of
this manual.
∙ If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
To remove the fuel-filler cap:1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
1while refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap: 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
Loose Fuel Cap warning
The Loose Fuel Cap warning message will be
displayed in the vehicle information display
when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened cor-
rectly after the vehicle has been refueled. It
may take a few driving trips for the message
to be displayed. To turn off the warning, per-
form the following:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as soon as possible. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Fuel-filler cap” in this sec-
tion.
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks.
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3. Remove the tool kit containing the jack-ing tools
Cby releasing the Velcro
straps
D. 4. Remove the jack.
∙ The jack is secured by a fastenerE.If
unable to loosen the fastener with
your fingers, assemble the jacking rod
Finto the wheel nut wrenchGas
illustrated and rotate counterclock-
wise to release.
∙ Insert the flat end of the wheel nut wrench
Ginto the slot of the fastener
E, and rotate counterclockwise to re-
lease the jack. 5. The lowering mechanism for the spare
tire is located on the passenger side of
the cargo area. Remove the cover
Hto
access the lowering mechanism.
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6. Attach the spare tire winch socketIto
the lowering mechanism nut.
7. To lower the spare tire, connect the wheel nut wrench
Gto the jacking rod
Fand insert the T-shaped end of the
jacking rod into the winch socket
Iand
rotate counterclockwise.
8. Once the spare tire is lowered, release it from the vehicle by guiding the lowering
cable and winch through the center of
the tire. NOTE:
Fully lower the spare tire below the vehicle
before attempting to remove the winch from
the spare tire.
9. After removing the spare tire from under the vehicle, be sure to crank the cable up
by rotating the winch socket clockwise
to stow it.
CAUTION
∙ Make sure safety cable is coiled abovespare tire when reinstalling spare
tire/wheel.
∙ When re-installing the spare tire under the vehicle after use, be sure to secure it
with the tire stem facing down toward
the ground. If the spare tire is improperly
secured with the tire stem facing up to-
wards the bottom of the vehicle, there is
an increased risk of separating from the
vehicle in the event of a crash which may
pose a hazard in traffic or risk of injury to
others.
Jacking up vehicle and removing
the damaged tire
WARNING
∙ Never get under the vehicle while it issupported only by the jack. If it is neces-
sary to work under the vehicle, support it
with safety stands.
∙ Use only the jack provided with your ve- hicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the jack
provided with your vehicle on other ve-
hicles. The jack is designed for lifting only
your vehicle during a tire change.
∙ Use the correct jack-up points. Never use any other part of the vehicle for jack
support.
∙ Never jack up the vehicle more than necessary.
∙ Never use blocks on or under the jack.
∙ Do not start or run the engine while ve- hicle is on the jack. It may cause the ve-
hicle to move. This is especially true for
vehicles with limited slip differentials.
∙ Do not allow passengers to stay in the vehicle while it is on the jack.
∙
Never run the engine with a wheel(s) off the
ground. It may cause the vehicle to move.
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In case of emergency6-7
1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turnsby turning counterclockwise with the
wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the
wheel nuts until the tire is off the
ground.
2. Place the jack directly under the jack-up point as illustrated so the top of the jack
contacts the vehicle at the jack-up point.
The jack-up points are indicated by
stamped arrows on the side of the
frame.
The jack should be used on firm and level
ground.
3. Install the assembled jack rod into thejack as shown.
4. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod. Carefully raise the vehicle
until the tire clears the ground. NOTE:
If the lug nut wrench/jack handle contacts
the ground while raising the vehicle, disas-
semble the lug nut wrench from the jack ex-
tension rod, rotate it 90 degrees and reas-
semble.
5. Remove the wheel nuts and then remove the tire.
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In case of emergency6-9
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
WARNING
∙ Prolonged and repeated contact withused engine oil may cause skin cancer. ∙ Try to avoid direct skin contact with used
oil. If skin contact is made, wash thor-
oughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon
as possible.
∙ Keep used engine oil out of reach of children.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then
turn it off.
3. Remove the oil filler cap
Aby turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
B.
5. Remove the drain plug
Bwith a wrench
by turning it counterclockwise and com-
pletely drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove
and replace it at this time. For additional
information, refer to “Changing engine
oil filter” in this section. ∙
Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
∙ Check your local regulations.
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use excessive
force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 25 ft-lb (34 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install
the oil filler cap securely.
For additional information on drain and
refill capacity, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information”
section of this manual.
The drain and refill capacity depends on
the oil temperature and drain time. Use
these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine
when the proper amount of oil is in the
engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Cor-
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9. Turn the engine off and wait more than10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off. 3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
B.
4. Remove pins
Afrom the right engine
protector located inside right wheel well,
remove protector. Remove oil filter
B
with an oil filter wrench by turning it
counterclockwise. Then remove the oil
filter by turning it by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
∙ Be sure to remove any old gasket ma-terial remaining on the sealing surface
of the engine. Failure to do so could
lead to an oil leak and engine damage.
∙ The dipstick must be inserted in place to prevent oil spillage from the dipstick
hole when filling the engine with oil.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
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