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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift up on
the outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt Battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Engine
CoverPin
Booster Battery
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the multi-information display (MID).
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may da mage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Turn the power system off and let it sit for approximately three
minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 573
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Immediately turn
the power system off and contact a dealer for repairs.
If the 12-Volt Battery Cha rging System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-Volt battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the 12-Volt Battery Chargi ng System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
power system. Restarting the power system may
rapidly discharge the battery.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ 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 minu te, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified 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 Syst em Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS Fill Assist provides visual and audible assistance
during tire pressure adjustment. With the power
mode in ON, while you 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 the exterior lights flash rapidly for five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 656
* Not available on all models
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Index
F
Features..................................................... 235
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 604
Oil ........................................................... 575
Flat Tire ............................................. 615, 622
Floor Mats ................................................. 606
Fluids
Brake ....................................................... 581
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 580
Engine Coolant ........................................ 577
Windshield Washer .................................. 581
Fog Lights .................................................. 179
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 201
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 207
Foot Brake ................................................. 520
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 50
Front Seats ................................................ 195
Adjusting ................................................. 195
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 475
Fuel ...................................................... 25, 556
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions............. 559
Gauge ..................................................... 123
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 128
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Range ...................................................... 128
Recommendation .................................... 556
Refueling ................................................. 556
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 559
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 25, 557
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 657 Fuses
.......................................................... 647
Inspecting and Changing......................... 655
Locations......................... 647, 650, 653, 654
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 559
Gauge ..................................................... 123
Information ............................................. 556
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Refueling................................................. 556
Gauges ...................................................... 123
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 89, 467
Gear Shift Positions Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 465
Glass (care) ................................................ 608
Glove Box .................................................. 212
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 613
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 397
Auto Answer ........................................... 413
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 415
Automatic Transferring............................ 413
Displaying Messages................................ 433
HFL Buttons............................................. 397
HFL Menus .............................................. 400
HFL Status Display ................................... 398 Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 399
Making a Call ......................................... 424
Options During a Call.............................. 430
Phone Setup ........................................... 405
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 419
Receiving a Call....................................... 429
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 431
Ring Tone ............................................... 414
Roadside Assistance ................................ 437
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 432
Speed Dial .............................................. 416
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 411
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .................................................. 410
Use Contact Photo .................................. 414
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 278
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port ............................................. 344
Head Restraints ........................ 202, 204, 205
Headlight Washers ................................... 186
Headlights ................................................ 176
Aiming.................................................... 582
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 180
Automatic Operation .............................. 177
Dimming......................................... 176, 179
Operating ............................................... 176
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 188
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 220
Heated Windshield .................................. 188
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 220
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 221, 222
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