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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there are no leaks from
the drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Oil Filter1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
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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)
*, Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow*, Road
Departure Mitigation, Ve hicle Stability Assist® (VSA ®)
system, Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) OFF, Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
*, and Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM (CMBSTM) indicators may come on when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
( w*1 after re-
connecting 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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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 602
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 603
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 610
Handling of the Jack ......................... 622
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 623
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 624Emergency Engine Stop ................... 625
Jump Starting .................................... 626
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 629
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 630 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 632
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 632
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 633
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 634
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 635 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 636
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 637
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 638
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 641
Emergency Towing ........................... 642
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 643
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....644
Refueling ........................................... 645
* Not available on all models
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603Continued
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, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Put the transmission into
(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. 624
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 all2 Battery P. 588●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 638
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. 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. 110
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 641
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 642
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. 626
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 star t, 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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