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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start*
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered keyless access remote is in the
vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.
•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The telematics* unit malfunctions.
•The security system alarm is not set.
Before starting the engine, make sure to check the
door lock status using the remote. When you press
the button, wait for the green LED to blink. If
the red LED turns on, the doors and trunk did not
lock, and the engine does not start.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated.
•The seat heater is activated.
2Seat Heaters P. 170
Press and hold the button
for one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
Amber LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed. Red LED:
●Comes on for one second to let you
know that the engine has stopped.
●Blinks when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
1. Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button
simultaneously.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake peda l, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake indicator has gone off.
3. Put the transmission into
(D. Select (R when reversing.
4. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into
(D or (S when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive
When the engine was started using the keyless access remote*
When the engine was started in any case
1 Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippe ry slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
* Not available on all models
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555
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 556
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 557
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 572
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 579
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 580
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 581
Jump Starting .................................... 582
Models with a compact spare tire
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 585
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 586
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On................................................ 588
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 588
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 589
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 590
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On......................... 590
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 591
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 592
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 594
Emergency Towing ........................... 595
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579
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 multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 580
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 135
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 all
2 Battery P. 543●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 592
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 respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 426
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 128
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 88
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 594
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 595
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. 582
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Re mote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the multi-information display, 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 A logo on the keyless
access remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the keyless access remo te should be facing
you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal 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.
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585
Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the keyless
access remote.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button, and place the shift
lever into
(N.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a de aler as soon as
possible.
■Releasing the Lock
Cover Slot
Release Button
Shift Lock Release Slot
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616
Index
Indicators..................................................... 68
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .... 76, 77, 459
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 71
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 74
Blind spot information System ........... 79, 440
Brake System (Amber)................................ 68
Brake System (Red) ............................ 68, 590
Charging System ............................... 70, 588
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM (CMBSTM) ............................ 79, 80
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 72, 590
Fog Light ................................................... 74
Gear Position ............................................. 69
High Beam................................................. 74
Immobilizer System .................................... 75
Keyless Access System ............................... 75
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 78, 477
Lights On ................................................... 74
Low Fuel .................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 69, 588
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..... 73, 442, 444, 591
Maintenance Minder ............................... 511
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 70, 589
Parking Brake and Brak e System ........ 68, 590
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 76
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 71
Security System Alarm ............................... 75
Sequential mode...................................... 436
Shift Lever Position .................................... 69
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 72
System Message ........................................ 73 Transmission System.................................. 69
Turn Signal ................................................ 74
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 72, 437
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 438
Information .............................................. 597
Information Screen .................................. 211
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 93
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 148
Interface Dial ............................................ 206
Interior Lights ........................................... 164
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 152
iPhone ............................................... 258, 289
iPod ................................................... 195, 251
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 575
Jump Starting ........................................... 582
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 110
Keyless Access System .............................. 111
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 118
Keys ........................................................... 108
Lockout Prevention.................................. 118
Number Tag ............................................ 110
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 122
Remote Transmitter ................................. 116 Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 119, 428
Types and Functions................................ 108
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 432
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 474
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
License information ................................. 303
Lights ................................................ 139, 527
Automatic............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement ................................... 527
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 142
Fog Lights ............................................... 142
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 74
Interior.................................................... 164
Light Switches......................................... 139
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................ 138
Limitations for Manual Operation .. 340, 370
Load Limits ............................................... 423
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 123
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 122
From Inside ............................................. 120
From Outside .......................................... 111
Keys........................................................ 108
Using a Key............................................. 117
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 118
Low Battery Charge ................................. 588
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
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Index
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 110
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 588
Lower Anchors ........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 423
M
Maintenance............................................ 507
Battery .................................................... 543
Brake Fluid .............................................. 526
Cleaning ................................................. 547
Climate Control System .......................... 546
Coolant .................................................. 523
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 511
Oil .......................................................... 519
Precautions ............................................. 508
Radiator .................................................. 524
Remote Transmitter ................................ 544
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 527
Safety ..................................................... 509
Service Items ........................................... 514
Tires........................................................ 534
Transmission Fluid ................................... 525
Under the Hood ...................................... 516
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 70, 589
Map Lights ................................................ 165
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 423
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 88
Mirrors ...................................................... 152
Adjusting ................................................ 152 Door ........................................................ 153
Exterior .................................................... 153
Interior Rearview ..................................... 152
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 553
Moonroof .................................................. 134
MP3 ................................... 192, 201, 235, 260
Multi-Information Display ......................... 89
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 501
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 600
O
Odometer.................................................... 92
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 518
Adding .................................................... 520
Checking ................................................. 519
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 512
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 588
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 518
Viscosity .................................................. 518
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 207
Open Source Licenses ............................... 302
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 517
Moonroof ................................................ 134
Power Windows ...................................... 131
Trunk ...................................................... 124 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 135
Outside Temperature ................................. 92
Adjusting .................................................. 92
Overheating .............................................. 586
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ............ 18
Pandora ®......................................... 198, 258
Panic Mode ............................................... 130
Parking ...................................................... 496
Parking Brake ........................................... 492
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 68, 590
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 139
Power Windows ....................................... 131
Precautions While Driving ....................... 431
Rain ........................................................ 431
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 557
R
Radar Sensor............................................. 491
Radiator .................................................... 524
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 190, 221
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 224
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 191, 222
Range .......................................................... 93
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