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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
1.5 L engine models
Brake/Clutch* Fluid 
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant 
Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid 
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick 
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
* Not available on all models 
     
        
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Maintenance
2.0 L engine models
Engine Oil Dipstick 
(Orange)
Washer Fluid 
(Blue Cap) Engine Coolant 
Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap Brake/Clutch
* Fluid 
(Black Cap)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
* Not available on all models 
     
        
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turn ing the engine off before you check the 
oil. 1.Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or 
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its 
hole.1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly 
add oil being careful not to overfill.
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models 
     
        
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the 
level. It should be between the upper and 
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
Upper Mark
Lower Mark 
     
        
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil  fill cap, and tighten 
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the 
engine oil dipstick.1Adding Engine Oil
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine  oil above the upper mark. 
Overfilling the engine oil  can result in leaks and 
engine damage.
If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil 
may damage the engine  compartment components.
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Engine Oil Fill Cap 
     
        
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
624
Maintenance
6. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the 
remaining oil.
7. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to 
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
8. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the 
contact surface of the engine block, and 
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to 
the filter gasket.
9. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then 
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque: 
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
10. Pour the recommended engine oil into the 
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including 
filter): 
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
5.0 US qt (4.8 L)
11. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and 
start the engine.
12. Run the engine for a few minutes, and 
then check that there is no leak from the 
drain bolt or oil filter.
13. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes, 
and then check the oil level on the dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil 
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the 
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill  cap. Start the engine. The 
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five 
seconds. If it does not, turn  off the engine, and check 
your work.1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Oil Filter
Oil Filter1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models 
     
        
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Index
Operating the Shift Lever ..........  23, 483, 485
Shift Lever Does Not Move ......................  677
Shifting ...........................................  482, 484
Controls ....................................................  163
Coolant (Engine) ......................................  625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve  Tank .....................................................  625
Adding to the Radiator ...........................  626
Overheating ............................................  679
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission) ....  474
Cross Traffic Monitor ...............................  590
Cup Holders ..............................................  226
Customer Service Information ................  712
Customized Features .......................  370, 381
D
Daytime Running Lights ..........................  196
Dead Battery ............................................  674
Defaulting All the Settings ......................  399
Defrosting the Windshield and  Windows .................................................  240
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ...............  705
Dimming Headlights ..............................................  193
Rearview Mirror ......................................  208
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................  618
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............  193
Door Mirrors .............................................  209 Doors
.........................................................  166
Auto Door Locking ..................................  179
Auto Door Unlocking ...............................  179
Door and Trunk Open Message .................  37
Keys ........................................................  166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors  from the Inside ......................................  176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors 
from the Outside ...................................  169
Lockout Prevention System ......................  175
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................  645
Driver Attention Monitor ........................  152
Driver Information Interface ...................  138
Switching the Display ..............................  138
Warning and Information Messages ........  105
Driving .......................................................  453
Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission .......  474
Braking ....................................................  571
Shifting Gear ...................................  475, 488
Shifting Position ..............................  482, 484
Starting the Engine ..................................  465
Driving Position Memory System .............  205
Driving Support Information ...................  155
Dust and Pollen Filter ...............................  654
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................  9
ECON Button .............................................  492 Econ Mode
Indicator....................................................  97
Elapsed Time .............................................  145
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................  92, 685
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .............  494
Emergency ................................................  693
Emergency Engine Stop ...........................  673
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................  182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) .......  707
Engine .......................................................  704
Coolant ...................................................  625
Jump Starting ..........................................  674
Oil ...........................................................  617
Starting ...................................................  465
Engine Coolant .........................................  625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve 
Tank ......................................................  625
Adding to the Radiator ............................  626
Overheating ............................................  679
Temperature Gauge ................................  137
Engine Oil .................................................  617
Adding ....................................................  620
Checking.................................................  618
Displaying Oil Life ....................................  608
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................  681
Recommended Engine Oil .......................  617
ENGINE START/STOP Button ....................  190
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ......  685
Exhaust Gas Hazard  (Carbon Monoxide) ..................................  75