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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
To Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance items, which should be serviced  at the same time that you replace the 
engine oil, appear on the driver informat ion interface. You can view them on the 
Maintenance Minder  screen at any time.
1. Turn the ignition  switch to ON 
(w*1.
2. Press the   button several times until   is displayed.
3. Press  ENTER  to go to the  Maintenance Minder  screen. The engine oil life 
appears on the driver info rmation interface along with maintenance items due 
soon.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Displaying the Maintenance Minder Information1 Displaying the Maintena nce Minder Information
Based on the engine opera ting conditions and oil 
age, the remaining engine oi l life is calculated and 
displayed as a percentage.
There is a list of maintena nce main and sub items you 
can view on the  driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items  P. 552
Displayed Engine Oil 
Life (%)Calculated Engine Oil  Life (%)
100 100 to 91
9090 to 81
80 80 to 71
7070 to 61
60 60 to 51
5050 to 41
40 40 to 31
3030 to 21
20 20 to 16
1515 to 11
10 10 to 6
55 to 1
0 0
Sub Item
Engine Oil Life
Main Item
ENTER  Button
 Button
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
554
Maintenance
Reset the maintenance minder informati on display if you have performed the 
maintenance service.
1. Turn the ignition  switch to ON 
(w*1.
2. Press the   (display/information) bu tton repeatedly until the   appears.
3. Press the  ENTER button.
4. Press and hold the  ENTER button for about 10 seconds  to enter the reset mode.
5. Press   /   to select a maintenance item to reset, or to select  All Due Items 
(You can also select  Cancel to end the process).
6. Press the  ENTER button to reset the selected item.
7. Repeat from step 4 for other items you wish to reset.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Resetting the Display1 Resetting the Display
NOTICE
Failure to reset the Maintenance MinderTM display 
after a maintenance servic e results in the system 
showing incorrect maintena nce intervals, which can 
lead to serious mechanical problems.
The dealer will reset the Maintenance Minder
TM 
display after completing th e required maintenance 
service. If someone other  than a dealer performs 
maintenance service, reset the Maintenance 
Minder
TM display yourself.
You can also reset the Maintenance Minder
TM display 
using the audio/information screen.
2 Customized Features  P. 335
Models with Display Audio
ENTER Button
 (Display/Information) Button
34
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579Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces 
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1.
2. While holding the wiper switch in the  MIST 
position, turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then to LOCK (0*1.
u Both wiper arms are set to the 
maintenance position as shown in the 
image.
3. Lift both wiper arms.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm  onto the windshield, it 
may damage the wiper arm  and/or the windshield.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade 
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert 
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the 
cap.
9. Slide the holder onto the wiper arm until it 
locks.
10. Lower both wiper arms.
11. Turn the ignition  switch to ON 
(w*1 and 
hold the wiper switch in the  MIST position 
until both wiper arms return to the 
standard position.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
Cap Blade
Holder
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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system. 
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.1Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals 
by applying a baking powder and water solution. 
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel 
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to 
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery,  the replacement must be 
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed 
Follow (LSF)
*, Road Departur e Mitigation*, Vehicle 
Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) system, Vehicle Stability 
Assist ® (VSA ®) OFF, Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
*, and 
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)* 
indicators may come on when you turn the ignition 
switch to ON 
( w*1 after re-connect ing the battery.
Drive a short distance at  more than 12 mph (20 km/
h). The indicators should go off. If they do not, have 
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE 
START/STOP
 button instead of an ignition switch.
* Not available on all models
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607Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire*
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually 
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact 
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or 
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non- slippery surface and apply the parking 
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to 
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to 
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK 
(0*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Changing a Flat Tire*
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it  doesn’t work properly. Call 
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact 
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure. 
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the 
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with 
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are 
specifically for this model. Do not use them with 
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact 
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire. 
If a chain-mounted front tire  goes flat, remove one of 
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact 
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it 
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear. 
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
* Not available on all models
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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.
If a message  To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button  appears on the driver information 
interface, or you hear beeping when you push the  ENGINE START/STOP button.
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 627
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range  P. 161
Check the 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 all2Battery  P. 592●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses  P. 641
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 resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
 Starting the Engine  P. 432, 435
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is  blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System  P. 153
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge  P. 111
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the  vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses  P. 644
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing  P. 645
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. 629
Models with smart entry system
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the  To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button  message 
appears on the driver information interface, and the  ENGINE START/STOP button 
flashes, and the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows: 1.Touch the center of the  ENGINE START/
STOP  button with the  H logo on the smart 
entry remote while the  ENGINE START/
STOP  button is flashing. The buttons on 
the smart entry remote should be facing 
you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP  button 
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal (continuously 
variable transmission) or clutch pedal 
(manual transmission) and press the 
ENGINE START/STOP  button within 10 
seconds after the beeper sounds and the 
ENGINE START/STOP  button changes 
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode 
will change to ACCESSORY.
Models with smart entry system
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