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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
13. Turn off the kit.
u Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
u If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
14. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
15. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
16. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
17. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 602
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 182
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 563●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 615
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 411
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 173
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 126
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 621
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 622
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 604
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System 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.
• Change the gear position to
(N after
starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument 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. 411
1If the Transmission System In dicator 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. 622
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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. Push the tabs to open the cover on the left
side of cargo area.
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.
Tab
Tab
Release Lever
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Index
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 54
Siri ® Eyes Free ........................................... 302
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 278
Snow Tires ................................................ 562
Spare Tire ......................................... 579, 629
Spark Plugs ............................................... 628
Specifications ........................................... 628
Specified Fuel ................................... 515, 628
Speed Limit Information ......................... 128
Speed/Distance Units ............................... 134
Speedometer ............................................ 126
Sport Gauge Settings ............................... 135
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 45
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 433
Starting the Engine .................................. 411
Does Not Start ........................................ 601
Jump Starting ......................................... 604
Remote Engine Start ............................... 413
Steering Wheel ........................................ 203
Adjusting ................................................ 203
Stopping ................................................... 495
Summer Tires ............................................ 562
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 227
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®).............................................. 437
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 45
Surround View Camera System ............... 507
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 182
Synchronized Mode ................................. 233
System Message Indicator ......................... 89System Updates
........................................ 263
T
Tachometer............................................... 134
Tailgate ..................................................... 163
Unable to Open ....................................... 624
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 126
Outside Temperature Display ................... 127
Temperature Sensor ......................... 127, 235
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 588
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 226
Time (Setting) ........................................... 144
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 613
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 441
Indicator ............................................ 86, 613
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 613
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 587
Tires ........................................................... 554
Air Pressure ..................................... 555, 629
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 554
Inspection ................................................ 554
Labeling .................................................. 555
Puncture (Flat Tire) ........................... 579, 587
Regulations ............................................. 557
Rotation .................................................. 561
Spare Tire ........................................ 579, 629
Summer .................................................. 562
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 588 Tire Chains .............................................. 562
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 587
Wear Indicators ....................................... 559
Winter..................................................... 562
Tools .......................................................... 578
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 403
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 405
Load Limits .............................................. 403
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 408
Emergency .............................................. 622
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 441
Indicator............................................ 86, 613
Transmission ....................................... 19, 418
Automatic ......................................... 19, 418
Fluid ........................................................ 542
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 79, 420
Indicator.................................................. 614
Number................................................... 630
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 424
Transmission System Indicator.................................................... 80
Trip Computer .......................................... 130
Trip Meter ................................................. 130
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Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 577
Blown Fuse .............................. 615, 618, 619
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 26
Emergency Towing .................................. 622
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 601
Fuel Fill Door............................................ 623
Noise When Braking .................................. 27
Overheating............................................. 606
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 579, 587
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 25, 161
Tailgate ................................................... 624
Warning Indicators .................................... 74
True Touchpad .......................................... 246
Turbo Engine Vehicle ............................... 519
Turn Signals ............................................... 185
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 87
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 141
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 158, 413
U
Under-floor Storage Area........................ 226
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 150
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 159
USB Flash Drives ................................ 294, 312
USB Ports ................................................... 239
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 630
Vehicle Speed ........................................... 141
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 434
Off Button............................................... 435
Off Indicator.............................................. 85
System Indicator ................................ 85, 434
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 535, 629
Voice Control Operation .......................... 271
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 272
Voice Recognition ................................... 271
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 434
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 97
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 608
Warning Labels ........................................... 72
Warnings ................................................... 133
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 636
Watts ......................................................... 628
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 559
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 583
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 300
Window Washers ..................................... 194
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 544
Switch ..................................................... 194
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 176Windshield
............................................... 194
Cleaning ................................................. 572
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 232
Washer Fluid ........................................... 544
Wiper Blades........................................... 549
Wipers and Washers ............................... 194
Winter Tires .............................................. 562
Snow Tires .............................................. 562
Tire Chains.............................................. 562
Wipers and Washers ................................ 194
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 195
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 549
Front....................................................... 194
Rear ........................................................ 196
WMA ......................................................... 294
Worn Tires ................................................ 554
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