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Maintenance
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were
aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need
to be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
Improper wheel weights can dam-
age your vehicle's aluminum
wheels. Use only approved wheel
weights.
Tire Replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread. This shows there is
less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for the tread surface to
become level with the tread wear
indicators before replacing the tire.
NOTICE
OLMB073027
Tread wear indicatorTo reduce the risk of DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY:
Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are
damaged. Worn tires can
cause loss of braking effec-
tiveness, steering control, and
traction.
Always replace tires with the
same size as each tire that
was originally supplied with
this vehicle. Using tires and
wheels other than the recom-
mended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics, poor vehicle control, or
negatively affect your vehi-
cle’s Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) resulting in a serious
accident.(Continued)
WARNING
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Maintenance
vehicle, pay particular attention to
the components under the fenders
and other areas that are hidden
from view. Do a thorough job; just
dampening the accumulated mud
rather than washing it away will
accelerate corrosion rather than
prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and steam are particularly
effective in removing accumulated
mud and corrosive materials.
When cleaning lower door panels, rocker panels and frame members,
be sure that drain holes are kept
open so that moisture can escape
and not be trapped inside to accel-
erate corrosion.Keep your garage dry
Don't park your vehicle in a damp,
poorly ventilated garage. This cre-
ates a favorable environment for cor-
rosion. This is particularly true if you
wash your vehicle in the garage or
drive it into the garage when it is still
wet or covered with snow, ice or
mud. Even a heated garage can con-
tribute to corrosion unless it is well
ventilated so moisture is dispersed.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish
should be covered with "touch-up"
paint as soon as possible to reduce
the possibility of corrosion. If bare
metal is showing through, the atten-
tion of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings are highly corrosive
and may damage painted surfaces in
just a few hours. Always remove bird
droppings as soon as possible.
Interior Care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as
perfume and cosmetic oil, from con-
tacting the interior parts because
they may cause damage or discol-
oration. If they do contact the interior
parts, wipe them off immediately.
See the instructions for the proper
way to clean vinyl.
Never allow water or other liq-uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as this
may damage them.
When cleaning leather products (steering wheel, seats etc.), use
neutral detergents or low alco-
hol content solutions. If you use
high alcohol content solutions
or acid/alkaline detergents, the
color of the leather may fade or
the surface may get stripped off.
NOTICE
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Driving in the rain...........................................................5-94
Dual clutch transmission.................................................5-12DCT warning messages..............................................5-14
ECO mode ..................................................................5-17
Good driving practices ...............................................5-20
Manual shift mode......................................................5-18
Paddle shifter ..............................................................5-19
Shift lever position .....................................................5-16
Shift lock system ........................................................5-18
SPORT mode ..............................................................5-17
Dual clutch transmission shift indicator .........................3-61 Shift indicator pop-up ................................................3-62
Dynamic Bending Light (DBL)....................................3-123
Easy access function .......................................................3-15
ECO mode.......................................................................5\
-17
Electric Chromic Mirror (ECM) with HomeLink
®system,
compass and Blue Link®................................................3-19
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........................................3-16
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .................................5-28
Emergency locking retractor...........................................2-26
Emergency towing ..........................................................6-42
Emission control system .................................................7-74 Crankcase emission control system ...........................7-74
Evaporative emission control System ........................7-74
Exhaust emission control system ...............................7-75 Engine compartment .........................................................7-3
Engine compartment panel fuse replacement .................7-51
Engine coolant ................................................................7-18
Engine number location ..................................................8-10
Engine oil ........................................................................\
7-16
Engine specification..........................................................8-2
Engine Start/Stop button ...................................................5-6
Evaporative emission control System.............................7-74
Exhaust emission control system....................................7-75
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.................7-14
Exterior care....................................................................7-67\
Flat tire
Spare tire ....................................................................6-20\
Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) ..................................6-25, 6-33
Floor mat anchor(s).......................................................3-158
Fluid Brake fluid ..................................................................7-22
Washer fluid ...............................................................7-23
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system ......5-43
Front seat adjustment ........................................................2-6 Manual adjustment .......................................................2-7
Power adjustment .........................................................2-9
Seatback pocket ..........................................................2-12
Front seat head restraints Adjusting the height up and down .............................2-17
Removal/Reinstallation ..............................................2-18
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Fuel filler doorHybrid vehicle ............................................................3-48
Plug-in hybrid vehicle ................................................3-51
Fuel gauge .......................................................................3\
-58
Fuel requirements .............................................................F-7 Detergent fuel additives ...............................................F-8
Gasoline containing alcohol or methanol ....................F-7
Gasoline containing MMT ...........................................F-8
Operation in foreign countries .....................................F-9
Using fuel additives .....................................................F-8
Fuse switch .....................................................................7-5\
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Fuses ........................................................................\
.......7-49 Engine compartment panel fuse replacement ............7-51
Fuse switch .................................................................7-51
Fuse/relay panel description .......................................7-53
Instrument panel fuse replacement.............................7-50
Multi fuse ...................................................................7-52
Gauges and meters ..........................................................3-56
Glove box......................................................................3-\
150
Gross vehicle weight.........................................................8-6
Hazard warning flasher .....................................................6-2
Hazardous driving conditions .........................................5-93 Head restraints ................................................................2-16
Front seat head restraints............................................2-17
Rear seat head restraints .............................................2-19
Headlamp delay function ..............................................3-122
Headlamp position ........................................................3-117
Headlight bulb replacement ............................................7-55
Heated steering wheel .....................................................3-17
Heater ........................................................................\
....3-133
Height adjustment ...........................................................2-27
High beam operation .....................................................3-118
Highway driving .............................................................5-95
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) ......................................5-33
Hood........................................................................\
........3-45
Horn ........................................................................\
........3-17
How to use this manual ....................................................F-6
Hybrid battery SOC (State of Charge) gauge .................3-59
Hybrid starter&generator (HSG) belt .............................7-22
Hybrid vehicle Engine compartment ....................................................1-6
Exterior overview .........................................................1-2
Fuel filler door............................................................3-48
If the 12 volt battery is discharged...............................6-4
If the vehicle will not start ...........................................6-3
Instrument panel overview ...........................................1-5
Interior overview ..........................................................1-4
Jump starting ................................................................6-6
Trip computer ...........................................................3-105
Index
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Interior lights.................................................................3-124Door lamp.................................................................3-124
Interior lamp AUTO cut ...........................................3-124
Luggage compartment lamp .....................................3-125
Map lamp..................................................................3-124
Rear lamps ................................................................3-125
Room lamp ...............................................................3-124
Vanity mirror lamp ...................................................3-125
Inverter coolant ...............................................................7-18
Jump starting Hybrid vehicle ..............................................................6-6
Plug-in hybrid vehicle ..................................................6-9
Label Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-70
Regrigerent label location ..........................................8-10
Tire sidewall labeling .................................................7-40
Tire specification and pressure label location ............8-10
Vehicle certification label location ...............................8-9
Lane change signals ......................................................3-121
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) System ..............................5-56
Lap/shoulder belt ............................................................2-25 LCD display control .......................................................3-89
LCD modes (for cluster type A).................................3-90
LCD modes (for cluster type B).................................3-98
LCD display messages AC Charger Error!......................................................3-85
Aux. Battery Saver+ was used while parked .............3-86
Check active air flap system ......................................3-79
Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse ...................................3-74
Check brakes ..............................................................3-82
Check Driver Attention Warning (DAW) system ......3-79
Check fuel door ..........................................................3-84
Check headlight ..........................................................3-78
Check High Beam Assist (HBA) system ...................3-77
Check hybrid system ..................................................3-80
Check hybrid system. Do not start engine .................3-80
Check hybrid system. Turn engine off .......................3-80
Check Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system ...............3-78
Check regenerative brakes .........................................3-82
Check steering wheel lock system .............................3-73
Check virtual engine sound system............................3-83
Door, hood, liftgate open............................................3-74
Engine has overheated/Engine overheated.................3-77
Exit SPORT mode to switch to EV ............................3-88
Fuel door open............................................................3-84
Key not detected .........................................................3-74
Key not in vehicle ......................................................3-73
Lights mode ................................................................3-77
Low fuel .....................................................................3-7\
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MaintenanceDisconnecting (-) cable ................................................7-7
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ............7-14
Maintenance services ...................................................7-5
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ..............7-12
Normal maintenance service ........................................7-9
Owner maintenance ......................................................7-6
Scheduled maintenance services ..................................7-8
Tire maintenance ........................................................7-40
Maintenance services ........................................................7-5
Manual shift mode ..........................................................5-18
Mirrors ........................................................................\
....3-18 Blue Link
®center .......................................................3-19
Day/night rearview mirror..........................................3-19
Electric Chromic Mirror (ECM) with HomeLink
®
system, compass and Blue Link®...........................3-19
Folding the side view mirror ......................................3-35
Inside rearview mirror ................................................3-18
Reverse parking aid function .....................................3-36
Side view mirror control ............................................3-35
Side view mirrors .......................................................3-33
Mobile phone charging system .....................................3-155
Monitor (Rear view) .....................................................3-129
Moonroof, see sunroof ....................................................3-41 Multi box.......................................................................3\
-151
Multi fuse ........................................................................\
7-52
Multimedia system............................................................4-2
Antenna ........................................................................\
4-2
Audio/Video/Navigation system (AVN system) ..........4-5
AUX, USB and iPod
®Port ..........................................4-2
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology hands-free................4-4
Steering wheel audio control........................................4-3
Occupant Classification System (OCS)..........................2-58
Odometer........................................................................\
.3-60
Oil (Engine) ....................................................................7-16\
One-touch turn signal function .....................................3-122
Outside temperature gauge .............................................3-60
Owner maintenance ..........................................................7-6
Index
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Paddle shifter ..................................................................5-19
Parking brake ..................................................................7-24
Parking lamp position ...................................................3-117
Parking Distance Warning (Reverse) System ...............3-130
Passenger's front air bag .................................................2-49
Plug-in hybrid mode indicator ........................................3-59
Plug-in hybrid vehicleEngine compartment...................................................1-11
Exterior overview .........................................................1-7
Fuel filler door............................................................3-51
If the 12 volt battery is discharged...............................6-9
If the vehicle will not start ...........................................6-4
Instrument panel overview .........................................1-10
Interior overview ..........................................................1-9
Jump starting ................................................................6-9
Trip computer ...........................................................3-110
Power brakes ...................................................................5-23
Power gauge....................................................................3-57\
Power outlet ..................................................................3-153
Power steering.................................................................3-16
Power window lock switch .............................................3-40
Pre-tensioner seat belt .....................................................2-29 Range ........................................................................\
......3-61
Rear center seatbelt .........................................................2-31
Rear seat adjustment .......................................................2-12
Armrest .......................................................................2\
-15
Folding the rear seat ...................................................2-12
Rear seat head restraints .................................................2-19 Adjusting the height up and down .............................2-19
Removal/Reinstallation ..............................................2-20
Rear seat warmers ...........................................................2-21
Rear view monitor ........................................................3-125
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...................7-35
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-7 Recommended SAE viscosity number .........................8-8
Regrigerent label location ...............................................8-10
Removable towing hook .................................................6-41
Replacement light bulb ...................................................7-55
Reporting safety defects .................................................8-12
Rocking the vehicle ........................................................5-93
Rotation (Tire) ................................................................7-37
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Spare tireCompact spare tire replacement .................................7-39
Special driving conditions Driving at night ..........................................................5-94
Driving in flooded areas .............................................5-95
Driving in the rain ......................................................5-94
Hazardous driving conditions ....................................5-93
Highway driving.........................................................5-95
Rocking the vehicle ....................................................5-95
Smooth cornering .......................................................5-94
Speed sensing door lock .................................................3-12
Speedometer....................................................................3-56\
SPORT mode ..................................................................5-17
Steering wheel Heated steering wheel ................................................3-17
Horn ........................................................................\
....3-17
Power steering ............................................................3-16
Tilt steering / Telescope steering................................3-16
Steering wheel audio control ............................................4-3
Storage compartment ....................................................3-150 Center console storage .............................................3-150
Glove box .................................................................3-150
Multi box ..................................................................3-151
Sunglass holder ........................................................3-151
Sunglass holder .............................................................3-151 Sunroof........................................................................\
....3-41
Automatic reverse ......................................................3-42
Resetting the sunroof..................................................3-44
Sliding the sunroof .....................................................3-42
Sunroof opening and closing......................................3-42
Sunshade.....................................................................3-4\
3
Tilting the sunroof ......................................................3-43
Sunvisor ........................................................................\
3-153
Tachometer ......................................................................3-\
57
Theft-alarm system .........................................................3-13
Tilt steering / Telescope steering ....................................3-16
Tire chains .......................................................................5\
-96
Tire Mobility Kit (TMK).......................................6-25, 6-33
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .....................6-14
Tire rotation ....................................................................7-37\
Tire specification and pressure label location ................8-10
Tires and wheels .............................................................7-34 Checking tire inflation pressure .................................7-36
Compact spare tire replacement .................................7-39
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...............7-35
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
34
Tire maintenance ........................................................7-40
Tire replacement .........................................................7-38
Tire rotation ................................................................7-37
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