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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise se verely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4.8
mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4.8 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4.8 mm)No
Contact
Area
* 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.
Check for a message on the dr iver information interface.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 629
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. 594●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 643
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. 434, 437
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. 647
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 648
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. 631
Models with smart entry system
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631Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. 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.
3. 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.
3WARNING
A 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 battery.
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at th e mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• 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 engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
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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. Stop the engine and let it sit for approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 561
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 within 10 seconds: Immediately stop
the engine and contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the heating system*/climate control system*, rear defogger, and
other electrical systems, and immedi ately contact 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 Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Circuit ProtectedAmps
5Cooling Fan5A*8
(5 A)*9
6W ash er 1 5A
7FI Main15 A
8 FI Sub*815 A
Stop Lights*910 A
9Stop Lights*810 A
FI Sub*915 A
10 Injector*5(15 A)
11LAF5A
12 FI ECU 10 A
13Parking Lights*810 A
Hazard*915 A
14 Hazard*815 A
Rear Seat Heaters*, *9(15 A)
15IG Coil15 A
16 Transmission*10(15 A)
17Daytime Running Lights10 A*8
(10 A)*9
18 Back Up 10 A
19Audio15 A*8
(15 A)*9
20Audio AMP*, *8(30 A)
Parking Lights*910 A
21Interior Lights10 A
22 Front Fog Lights*(15 A)
23A/C Compressor*(10 A)*8
10 A*9
24 Horn 10 A
25Left Headlight Low Beam*810 A
−*9−
26 Right Headlight Low Beam*810 A
Left Headlight Low Beam*9
27VB ACT*5, *8(10 A)
Right Headlight Low Beam*910 A
28 Left Headlight High Beam*810 A
−*9−
29Right Headlight High Beam*810 ALeft Headlight High Beam*9
30 −*8−
Right Headlight High Beam*910 A
31
Rear Seat Heaters*, *8(15 A)
Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding*, *9(20 A)
32 Passenger’s Power Seat
Sliding
*, *2, *8(20 A)
−
*3, *8−
Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining
*, *9(20 A)
33
Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining*, *2, *8(20 A)
Adaptive Damper System*3, *815 A
VB ACT*9(5 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*2:Models without SPORT mode
*3:Models with SPORT mode
*5:1.5L engine models
*8:Models without detachable towing hook
*9:Models with detachable towing hook
*10:
Continuously variable transmission models
34 −*8−
35−*8−
36 −*8−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Accessory10 A
2−*1
Key Lock*2, *3−
(5 A)
3−*4−
Rear Wiper*, *5(10 A)
4 Front Sensor Camera*1
Transmission*2, *3(5 A)
(10 A)
5Option10 A*4
(10 A)*5
6 SRS Indicator 10 A*4
(10 A)*5
7Meter10 A
8 Fuel Pump 15 A
9AIRCON10 A
10 −*4−
Rear Accessory Socket*5(20 A)
11Engine Control5A
12 Passenger Side Door Lock 10 A
13Driver Side Rear Door Unlock*4(10 A)
Driver’s Side Door Unlock*510 A
14 Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window (20 A)
15Front Passenger’s Power
Window20 A
16 Door Lock 20 A
*1:Models with smart entry system
*2:Models without smart entry system
*3:
Continuously variable transmission models
*4:Models without detachable towing hook
*5:Models with detachable towing hook
17Transmission*1, *3
Front Sensor Camera*2(10 A)
(5 A)
18 −
*4−
Driver’s Power Seat Lumbar Support
*5(10 A)
19Moonroof*(20 A)
20 −*4−
Starter*5(10 A)
21ACG10 A
22 Daytime Running Lights 10 A*4
(10 A)*5
23−*4−
Rear Fog Light*, *5(10 A)
24 Front Sensor Camera*(5 A)
25Driver’s Door Lock10 A*4
(10 A)*5
26Passenger Side Door Unlock10 A
27Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window(20 A)
28 Driver’s Power Window 20 A
29Front Accessory Power Socket20 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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