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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signals (P 193)
Lights (P 193)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers 
(P 200)
*1:Models with automatic intermittent wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent  wipers
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
(-: Low Sensitivity*1
(-  : Lower speed, fewer sweeps*2
(+: High Sensitivity*1
(+  : Higher speed, more sweeps*2
MIST
OFF
AUTO
*1: Wiper speed varies automatically
INT*2: Low speed with intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull toward 
you to spray 
washer fluid.
AUTO
 should always be turned OFF before 
the following situations  in order to prevent 
severe damage to the wiper system:
● Cleaning the windshield
● Driving through a car wash
● No rain
Steering Wheel (P 207)
● To adjust, push the adjustment lever 
down, adjust to the de sired position, then 
lock the lever back in place.
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
To lock
To adjust 
     
        
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Maintenance (P 603)
Under the Hood (P 614)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer 
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch
* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the 
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever,  push it to the side, and then 
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you 
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood  and make sure it is firmly 
locked in place.
Lights (P 631)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 639)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks 
across the windshield.
Tires (P 642)
● Inspect tires and  wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter 
driving.
* Not available on all models 
     
        
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears if there is a problem with the shutter grille, 
and the radiator coolant temperature is too high.
•Power output will be reduced, so you may not be able 
to accelerate or maintain yo ur current speed. Have your 
vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.
●Refill the washer fluid.
2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid  P. 630
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due 
soon.
●Consequently,  Maintenance Due Now  and 
Maintenance Past Due  follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver 
Information Interface  P. 609
●Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on 
the battery.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Checking the Battery  P. 651
●Appears along with the ba ttery charging system 
indicator when the battery is not charging.●Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger to 
reduce electricity consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On  P. 681
Models with shutter grille
Canadian models 
     
        
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers  and washers can be 
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release 
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO, HI)
Move the lever up or  down to change the 
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper 
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull  the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one  second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two 
or three more times to clear the windshield, then stop.
*1: Models with manual  intermittent operation
*2: Models with automati c intermittent operation
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber 
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation 
temporarily to prevent an  overload. Wiper operation 
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the 
circuit has returned to normal.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are 
operating intermittently,  the length of the wipe 
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds  up, the wiper operation’s 
shortest delay se tting ( ) and the  LO setting become 
the same.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the 
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage 
the wipers. Use the defogge r or heated windshield
* 
to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
MIST
INT
*1/AUTO*2
OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull to 
use 
washer.
Intermittent Time 
Adjustment Ring*
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models 
     
        
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 604
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 605Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 606
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 607
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 614Opening the Hood ........................... 616
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 617
Oil Check ......................................... 618
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 620
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 621
Engine Coolant ................................ 625
Transmission Fluid ............................ 627
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 629
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 630
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 631
Checking and Maintaining Wiper 
Blades .......................................... 639
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 642
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 643Tire Labeling .................................... 643DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 645Wear Indicators................................ 647 Tire Service Life ................................ 647
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 648
Tire Rotation .................................... 649
Winter Tires ..................................... 650
Battery ............................................... 651
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 653
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 654Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 655
Exterior Care.................................... 657
Accessories and Modifications ........ 660
* Not available on all models 
     
        
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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 uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window  Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears 
on the driver information interface.
Pour the washer fluid carefully.  Do not overflow the reservoir.1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water 
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A 
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield 
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer 
fluid. Avoid prolonged use of  hard water to prevent 
lime scale build up.Canadian models
All models