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3.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
4. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
6. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
7. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
8. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
9. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Pin
Engine Cover
Booster Battery
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If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Indicato r Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one mi nute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message*
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 526
1If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist provides visual and audible
assistance during tire pre ssure adjustment. With the
power mode in ON, while y ou adjust tire pressure up
or down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message*
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 714
* Not available on all models
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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure:
1.Open the tailgate.
2. Wrap a cloth around the built-in key. Put it
into the cover slot as shown in the image,
and remove the cover.
3. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Index
Siri Eyes Free............................................. 340
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 306
Snow Tires ................................................ 670
Social Playlist ............................................ 331
Spare Tire ......................................... 687, 721
Spark Plugs ............................................... 720
Specifications ........................................... 720
Specified Fuel ................................... 627, 720
Speedometer ............................................ 111
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 50
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 548
Starting the Engine .................................. 526
Does Not Start ........................................ 695
Jump Starting ......................................... 700
Remote Engine Start ............................... 528
Steering Wheel ........................................ 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Heater .................................................... 227
Stopping ................................................... 614
Summer Tires ............................................ 670
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 222
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 50
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 171
SYNC Mode .............................................. 238
System Message Indicator ......................... 89
System Updates ........................................ 284T
Tachometer............................................... 111
Tailgate ..................................................... 153
Unable to Open ....................................... 717
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display ................... 112
Temperature Gauge ................................. 110
Temperature Sensor ......................... 112, 241
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 206
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 204
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 228
Time (Setting) ........................................... 136
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 708
Tire Pressure .............................................. 118
Tire Pressure Moni toring System (TPMS)
Indicator .................................................... 87
Tires ........................................................... 662
Air Pressure ..................................... 663, 721
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 662
Inspection ................................................ 662
Labeling .................................................. 663
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 687
Regulations ............................................. 665
Rotation .................................................. 669
Spare Tire ........................................ 687, 721
Summer .................................................. 670
Tire Chains .............................................. 670
Wear Indicators ....................................... 667
Winter ..................................................... 670
Tools .......................................................... 686 Towing a Trailer
....................................... 514
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 517
Load Limits .............................................. 514
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 523
Emergency .............................................. 714
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Indicator.................................................... 87
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist ......................... 561
Indicator.................................................. 708
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 708
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 521
Transmission ......................... 22, 24, 534, 536
Automatic ........................... 22, 24, 534, 536
Fluid ........................................................ 651
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 81, 538
Number................................................... 722
Sequential Mode ..................................... 542
Transmission System Indicator ................... 82
Trip Computer .......................................... 115
Trip Meter ................................................. 116
Troubleshooting ....................................... 685
Blown Fuse...................... 709, 710, 711, 712
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 30
Emergency Towing .................................. 714
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 695
Noise When Braking .................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 703
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 687
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 30, 151
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 699
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