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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower ou tside corner of the
dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slightly, you can release the
lever.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipe rs, resulting in damage
to the hood and/or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support
Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil f ilter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the Maintenance Minder message on
the information display
*/multi-information display*.
1. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the bolts and clips on the
undercarriage and remove the under
cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under
Cover
Bolt Clip
Washer
Drain Bolt
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
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.
u Remove the cover from the under-hood
fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 566
2.Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u Connect when using the 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.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do
not connect this jumper cable to any other
part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump 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.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
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
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the multi-information display
*.
• 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 high temperature
indicator on may da mage the engine.
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
* Not available on all models
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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 ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 504
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: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
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 the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system*/climate control system*, rear
defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If 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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Index
VSA® (Vehicle Stability AssistTM)
System ............................................ 81, 459
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 460
Washer Level ............................................. 87
Information ............................................... 575
Information Display .................................. 104
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 110
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control ................................... 170
Interior Lights ........................................... 186
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 173
Internet Radio ........................................... 274
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................. 546, 550
Jump Starting ............................................ 557
K
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 134
Keys ........................................................... 124
Lockout Prevention .................................. 134
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 138
Remote Transmitter ................................. 131
Types and Functions ................................ 124
Won’t Turn ................................................ 27
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 416
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 452
LaneWatchTM............................................. 461
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 65
Lights ................................................. 160, 513
Bulb Replacement ................................... 513
Daytime Running Lights........................... 167
Fog Lights ............................................... 163
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 84
Interior .................................................... 186
Light Switches ......................................... 160
Lights On Indicator .................................... 84
Turn Signals ............................................ 159
Load Limits ................................................ 403
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 124
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 139
Childproof Door Locks............................. 138
From Inside ............................................. 135
From Outside .......................................... 127
Keys ........................................................ 124
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 134
Using a Key ............................................. 133
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 134
Low Battery Charge ................................. 562
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 80
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 562
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 577
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 403
M
Maintenance............................................ 489
Battery .................................................... 534
Brake Fluid .............................................. 511
Cleaning ................................................. 539
Coolant .................................................. 508
Heating and Cooling System ................... 538
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 493
Oil .......................................................... 504
Precautions ............................................. 491
Radiator .................................................. 509
Remote Transmitter ................................ 536
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 513
Safety ..................................................... 491
Service Items ................................... 495, 499
Tires........................................................ 524
Transmission Fluid ................................... 510
Under the Hood ...................................... 501
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 77, 563
Manual Transmission ............................... 423
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 425
Map Lights ................................................ 187
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 403
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 103
Mirrors ...................................................... 173
Adjusting ................................................ 173
Door ....................................................... 173
Exterior ................................................... 173
Interior Rearview ..................................... 173
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 544
Moonroof ................................................. 153
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Index
MP3........................................... 221, 227, 276
Multi-Information Display ....................... 107
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 482
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 578
O
Odometer......................................... 105, 109
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 503
Adding ................................................... 505
Checking ................................................ 504
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 493, 497
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 562
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 503
Viscosity.................................................. 503
Open Source Licenses .............................. 311
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ...... 153
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 502
Power Windows...................................... 151
Tailgate................................................... 145
Outside Temperature Display ................. 103
Overheating ............................................. 560
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................... 21, 421, 422
Pandora ®.................................................. 274 Panic Mode
............................................... 150
Parking ...................................................... 481
Parking Brake ........................................... 469
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ........................................... 76, 564
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 160
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 230, 279
Precautions While Driving ....................... 415
Rain ......................................................... 415
Pregnant Women ....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 547
R
Radiator.................................................... 509
Radio (FM/AM) .......................................... 219
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 259
Radio Data System (RDS) .................. 220, 257
Range ........................................................ 109
RDS (Radio Data System) .................. 220, 257
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 581
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button .................................................... 171
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 179
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 173
Refueling ................................................... 484
Fuel Gauge ...................................... 106, 110
Gasoline .......................................... 484, 576
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 80
Regulations ............................... 467, 528, 579 Remote Transmitter
................................. 131
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 536
Bulbs ....................................................... 513
Fuses ............................................... 566, 568
Tires ........................................................ 531
Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 520, 522
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 580
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 105, 109
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 447
Indicator.................................................... 88
On and Off.............................................. 449
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 31
Safety Check ............................................... 35
Safety Labels ............................................... 74
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 36
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 42
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 39
Checking................................................... 45
Detachable Anchor.................................... 43
Fastening .................................................. 40
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................... 67
Pregnant Women ...................................... 44
Reminder .................................................. 38
Warning Indicator ............................... 38, 79
Seat Heaters .............................................. 195
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