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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 662
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start*
•The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered smart entry 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.
The engine may stop whil e it is running if:
•You do not start the vehicl e within 10 minutes of
starting the engine with the smart entry remote.
•The engine is stopped by using the smart entry
remote.
•There is any antenna failure.
•The security system alarm is not set.•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The hood is open, or any door, or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•Any door is open.
•The telematics* unit malfunction.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.•The battery is low.
Press and hold the
button for
one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote
is out of the smart entry system range.
The engine will not stop.
The exterior lights flash once if the engine stops
successfully.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop*
Driving
To turn the Auto Idle Stop system off, press
this button. The Auto Id le Stop system stops.
u Auto Idle Stop system will stop and the
indicator (Amber) will come on.
The Auto Idle Stop syst em is turned on every
time you start the engine, even if you turned it
off the last time you drove the vehicle.
The vehicle stops with the gear position in
(D and the brake pedal depressed.
When you put the transmission into
(P, the Auto Idle Stop continues to operate,
even if the brake pedal is released.
u If you change the gear position, th e engine may automatically restarts.
■Auto Idle Stop does not activate when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
• The engine coolant temperature is low or high.
• The transmission fluid temperature is low or high.
• The vehicle comes to a stop again befo re the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5
km/h) after the engine starts.
• Stopped on a steep incline.
• A gear position other than
(D.
■Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF1Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF
Press the Auto Idle Stop OFF button to restart the
engine from the idling stop.
Auto Idle
Stop
System
Indicator
(Amber)
■Auto Idle Stop Activates When:1 Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
Do not open a hood, during idling stop. If the hood is
opened, the engine will not restart automatically.
In this case, restart the engine with the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
2 Starting the Engine P. 526
Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button changes
the power mode to ACCESSORY even while Auto Idle
Stop is in operation. Once in ACCESSORY, the engine
no longer restarts automatica lly. Follow the standard
procedure to start the engine. 2 Starting the Engine P. 526
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop*
Driving
• The engine is started with the hood open.
u Turn off the engine. Close the hood before you restart the engine to activate
Auto Idle Stop.
• The battery charge is low.
• The internal temperature of the battery is 14°F (−10°C) or less.
• The climate control system is in use, an d the outside temperature is below −4°F
(−20°C) or over 104°F (40°C).
• The climate control system is in us e, and the temperature is set to Hi or Lo.
• is ON (indicator on).
• The rear fan is set to maximum speed.
u Auto Idle Stop may not ac tivate under other conditions when the rear climate
control system
*/rear cooling* is in use.
• When the Intelligent Traction Management is set to Snow, Mud*, or Sand*.
■Auto Idle Stop may not activate when:
• The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly.
• The steering wheel is operated.
• The fan speed is high.
• Altitude is high.
• The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between
the set temperature and the actual interior temperature.
• The climate control system is in use, and humidity in the interior is high.
• The rear fan is set to maximum speed.
u Auto Idle Stop may not ac tivate under other conditions when the rear climate
control system
*/rear cooling* is in use.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 632
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..633
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 634
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 635
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 641
Opening the Hood ........................... 642
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 643
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 644
Oil Check ......................................... 645
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 646
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...647 Engine Coolant ................................ 649
Transmission Fluid ............................ 651
Brake Fluid ....................................... 652
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 652
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 653Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 658Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 662
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 663
Tire Labeling .................................... 663
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 665Wear Indicators................................ 667
Tire Service Life ................................ 667 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 668
Tire Rotation .................................... 669
Winter Tires ..................................... 670
Battery ............................................... 671
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 673
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 674Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 676Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 678
Exterior Care.................................... 680
Accessories and Modifications ........ 683
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Performing Maintenance uSafety When Performing Maintenance
Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safe ty precautions are given here. However, we cannot
warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only
you can decide whether you should perform a given task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them, causing a fire.
•To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline.
•Wear eye protection and prot ective clothing when working with the battery or
compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
u Make sure your vehicle is parked on le vel ground, the parking brake is set, and
the engine is off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
u Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before
touching vehicle parts.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
u Do not start the engine unless instruct ed, and keep your hands and limbs away
from moving parts.
u Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop function is activated.
■Maintenance Safety
■Vehicle Safety
1Safety When Performing Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.
3WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and prec autions can cause you
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
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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 co rner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center)
and raise the hood. On ce 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 possible
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.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
NOTICE
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support RodGrip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter 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 message on the driver
information interface. 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 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.
Drain Bolt
Washer
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