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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turn ing the engine off before you check the
oil. 1.Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly
add oil, being carefu l not to overfill.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick.1Adding Engine Oil
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil may result in leaks and
engine damage.
If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil
may damage the engine compartment components.
Engine Oil Fill Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket 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 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):
3.9 US qt (3.7 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 is no leak 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
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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights........................... 175
Dead Battery ............................................. 594
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .......................................... 215, 219
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 617
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 171
Rearview Mirror ............................... 187, 188
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 532
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 170
Display Setup .................................... 240, 272
Door Mirrors ............................................. 189
Doors ......................................................... 136
Auto Door Locking .................................. 152
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 152
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ...................................... 38, 39, 89
Keys ........................................................ 136
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 148
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ............................................ 139
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 147
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 559
Driving ....................................................... 423
Braking .................................................... 503
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 439
Cruise Control ......................................... 447
Shifting Position............................... 440, 442
Starting the Engine .......................... 432, 435 Dust and Pollen Filter
............................... 570
E
ECO Assist® System ....................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 446
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 93
Elapsed Time ............................................. 121
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 82
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator............................................ 82, 602
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 90, 601
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 450
Emergency ................................................ 609
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 619
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 536
Jump Starting .......................................... 594
Number................................................... 616
Oil ........................................................... 531
Starting ........................................... 432, 435
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 165
Engine Coolant ......................................... 536
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 537
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 536
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 88
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 88
Overheating ............................................ 597 Engine Oil
................................................. 531
Adding ................................................... 533
Checking ................................................ 532
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 521, 525
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 85, 599
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 531
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................ 77
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 573
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 189
F
Features.................................................... 227
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 570
Oil .......................................................... 534
Flat Tire ..................................................... 582
Floor Mats ................................................ 572
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 539
Continuously Vari able Transmission
(CVT) .................................................... 538
Engine Coolant ....................................... 536
Windshield Washer ................................. 540
FM/AM Radio ................................... 241, 278
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 92
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 194
Folding the Rear Seat Up ........................ 195
Foot Brake ................................................ 505
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 53
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