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Maintenance
Tire Terminology and
Definitions
Air Pressure
The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
This means the combined weight of
optional accessories. Some exam-
ples of optional accessories are
automatic transmission, power
seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
The relationship of a tire's height to
its width.
Belt
A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from steel
or other reinforcing materials.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires
wrapped by steel cords that hold the
tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of the
tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
The amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire
has built up heat from driving.
Curb Weight
This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional
equipment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but
without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings
A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in com-
pliance with the U.S. Department of
Transportation motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code includes
the Tire Identification Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which
can also identify the tire manufactur-
er, production plant, brand and date
of production.
GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GAWR FRT
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
Front Axle.
GAWR RR
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
Rear axle.
Intended Outboard Sidewall
The side of an asymmetrical tire, that
must always face outward when
mounted on a vehicle.
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Maintenance
When cleaning lower door panels, rocker panels and frame members,
be sure that drain holes are kept
open so that moisture can escape
and not be trapped inside to accel-
erate corrosion.
Keep your garage dry
Don’t park your car in a damp, poor-
ly ventilated garage. This creates a
favorable environment for corrosion.
This is particularly true if you wash
your vehicle in the garage or drive it
into the garage when it is still wet or
covered with snow, ice or mud. Even
a heated garage can contribute to
corrosion unless it is well ventilated
so moisture is dispersed.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish
should be covered with "touch-up"
paint as soon as possible to reduce
the possibility of corrosion. If bare
metal is showing through, the atten-
tion of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings are highly corrosive
and may damage painted surfaces in
just a few hours. Always remove bird
droppings as soon as possible.
Interior Care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as
perfume and cosmetic oil, from con-
tacting the interior parts because
they may cause damage or discol-
oration. If they do contact the interior
parts, wipe them off immediately.
See the instructions for the proper
way to clean vinyl.
Never allow water or other liq-uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as this
may damage them.
When cleaning leather products (steering wheel, seats etc.), use
neutral detergents or low alco-
hol content solutions. If you use
high alcohol content solutions
or acid/ alkaline detergents, the
color of the leather may fade or
the surface may get stripped off.
NOTICE
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Maintenance
Caring for the leather seats - Vacuum the seat periodically toremove dust and sand on the
seat. It will prevent abrasion or
damage of the leather and main-
tain its quality.
- Wipe the natural leather seat cover often with dry or soft cloth.
- Use of proper leather protective may prevent abrasion of the
cover and helps maintain the
color. Be sure to read the instruc-
tions and consult a specialist
when using leather coating or
protective agent.
- Light colored (beige, cream beige) leather is easily contami-
nated and the stain is noticeable.
Clean the seats frequently.
- Avoid wiping with wet cloth. It may cause the surface to crack. Cleaning the leather seats
- Remove all contaminationsinstantly. Refer to instructions
below for removal of each con-
taminant.
- Cosmetic products (sunscreen, foundation, etc.)
Apply cleansing cream on a cloth
and wipe the contaminate spot.
Wipe off the cream with a wet
cloth and remove water with a dry
cloth.
- Beverages (coffee, soft drink, etc.)
Apply a small amount of neutral
detergent and wipe until contami-
nations do not smear.
- Oil Remove oil instantly with
absorbable cloth and wipe with
stain remover used only for natu-
ral leather.
- Chewing gum Harden the gum with ice and
remove gradually.
Cleaning the seat belt webbing
Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpet. Follow
the instructions provided with the
soap. Do not bleach or re-dye the
webbing because this may weaken
the seat belt.
Cleaning the interior windowglass
If the interior glass surfaces of the
vehicle become fogged (that is, cov-
ered with an oily, greasy or waxy
film), they should be cleaned with
glass cleaner. Follow the directions
on the glass cleaner container.
Do not scrape or scratch the
inside of the rear window. This
may result in damage to the rear
window defroster grid.
NOTICE
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Accessing your vehicle .....................................................3-3Immobilizer System....................................................3-\
11
Remote key...................................................................3-3
Remote key precautions ...............................................3-5
Smart key......................................................................3-\
6
Smart key precautions ..................................................3-9
Air bag warning labels ....................................................2-67
Air bags ........................................................................\
...2-43 Additional safety precautions .....................................2-66
Air bag collision sensors ............................................2-60
Air bag inflation conditions .......................................2-62
Air bag non-inflation conditions ................................2-63
Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-67
Curtain air bags ..........................................................2-48
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger seat..........................................................2-59
Driver's air bag ...........................................................2-45
Driver's knee airbag....................................................2-45
How does the air bags system operate? .....................2-49
Occupant classification system (OCS) .......................2-55
Passenger's front air bag.............................................2-45
Side air bags ...............................................................2-47
SRS Care ....................................................................2-65\
SRS components and functions..................................2-49
What to expect after an air bag inflates .....................2-54 Where are the air bags? ..............................................2-45
Why didn't my air bag go off in a collision ...............2-60
Air cleaner.......................................................................7\
-29
Air conditioning system specification ..............................8-6
Airconditioning system Automatic climate control system............................3-123
Manual climate control system ................................3-114
Antenna ........................................................................\
.....4-2
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .......................................5-42
Appearance care..............................................................7-75 Exterior care ...............................................................7-75
Interior care ................................................................7-80
Armrest (Rear seats) .......................................................2-14
Audio (Display Audio)/Video/Navigation System (AVN) ........................................................................\
....4-4
Audio remote control ........................................................4-3
Audio system Audio remote control ...................................................4-3
Auto defogging system .................................................3-137
Auto door lock/unlock features ......................................3-15 Impact sensing door unlock .......................................3-15
Shift lever auto door lock ...........................................3-15
Speed sensing door lock .............................................3-15
Auto light position ..........................................................3-99
Index
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Capacities (Lubricants) .....................................................3-7
CareExterior care ...............................................................7-75
Interior care ................................................................7-80
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
38
Cartridge type fuse..........................................................7-56
Center console storage ..................................................3-140
Central door lock switch .................................................3-14
Certification label ...........................................................8-10
Chains Tire chains ................................................................5-137
Changing a tire with TPMS ............................................6-13
Checking tire inflation pressure ......................................7-40
Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-33 Booster seats...............................................................2-36
Children always in the rear ........................................2-33
Forward-facing child restraint system........................2-35
Installing a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-36
Lower anchors and tether for children (LATCH system) .....................................................2-37
Rearward-facing child restraint system......................2-34
Securing a child restraint seat with "Tether Anchor" system ..........................................3-39
Securing a child restraint system with the LATCH anchors system ..........................................2-38
Securing a child restraint with a lap/shoulder belt.....3-40
Selecting a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-34 Child-protector rear door locks.......................................3-16
Climate control air filter .................................................7-31
Clock ........................................................................\
.....3-147
Clothes hanger ..............................................................3-147
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ................3-53
Compact spare tire replacement .....................................7-43
Coolant ........................................................................\
....7-23
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ...................................7-23
Crankcase emission control system ................................7-83
Cruise control system....................................................5-113
Cup holder.....................................................................3-1\
42
Curtain air bags ...............................................................2-48
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel
illumination..................................................................3-55
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................3-53
Day/night rearview mirror ..............................................3-23
Daytime running light (DRL) .........................................3-99
Defogging (Windshield) ...............................................3-134
Defroster (Rear window) ..............................................3-113
Defrosting (Windshield) ...............................................3-134
Dimensions .......................................................................8\
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Dinghy towing ................................................................6-37
Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination..................................................................3-55
Displays, see instrument cluster .....................................3-53
Index
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C
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Range ........................................................................\
......3-58
Rear center seatbelt .........................................................2-29
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) system ........................................................................\
..5-64
Rear seats Armrest .......................................................................2\
-14
Folding the rear seat ...................................................2-12
Rear view monitor.......................................................\
..3-112
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...................7-39
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-7 Recommended SAE viscosity number .........................8-9
Remote key .......................................................................3\
-3 Battery replacement......................................................3-6
Removable towing hook .................................................6-38
Replacement light bulb ...................................................7-64
Reverse parking aid function ..........................................3-33
Rocking the vehicle ......................................................5-134
Room lamp....................................................................3-10\
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Rotation (Tire) ................................................................7-41
Safe Exit Assist (SEA) system .......................................3-16
Safety messages ................................................................F-6
Scheduled maintenance services.......................................7-7 Seat belt warning light ....................................................2-22
Seat belts ........................................................................\
.2-21
3-point system with convertible locking retractor (Rear passenger's side) ............................................2-25
3-point system with emergency locking retractor (Driver's side) ..........................................................2-24
Additional seat belt safety precautions ......................2-30
Care of seat belts ........................................................2-32
Do not lie down ..........................................................2-32
Height adjustment ......................................................2-25
Keep belts clean and dry ............................................2-32
One person per belt ....................................................2-32
Periodic inspection .....................................................2-32
Pre-tensioner seat belt ................................................2-27
Rear center seatbelt ....................................................2-29
Seat belt restraint system............................................2-24
Seat belt safety precautions ........................................2-21
Seat belt use and children...........................................2-3\
0
Seat belt use during pregnancy ..................................2-30
Seat belt warning light ...............................................2-22
Transporting an injured person ..................................2-32
When to replace seat belts..........................................2-32
Seat warmers ...................................................................2-19
Seatback pocket ..............................................................2-12
Index
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S
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Seats ........................................................................\
..........2-4Armrest (Rear seats) ...................................................2-14
Head restraints ............................................................2-15
Manual adjustment (Front seats) ..................................2-7
Power adjustment (Front seats) ....................................2-9
Rear seats....................................................................2-12\
Safety precautions ........................................................2-5
Seat warmers ..............................................................2-19
Seatback pocket ..........................................................2-12
Shift lever auto door lock ...............................................3-15
Shift lock system ...................................................5-23, 5-36
Shift-lock release ...................................................5-23, 5-36
Side air bags....................................................................2-47\
Side view mirrors............................................................3-30
Sliding armrest ..............................................................3-140
Smart cruise control system ..........................................5-118
Smart key ........................................................................\
..3-6 Battery replacement....................................................3-10
Smart trunk .....................................................................3-4\
6
Smooth cornering..........................................................5-135
Snow tires .....................................................................5-1\
37
Spare tire Compact spare tire replacement .................................7-43 Special driving conditions ............................................5-134
Driving at night ........................................................5-135
Driving in flooded areas ...........................................5-136
Driving in the rain ....................................................5-135
Hazardous driving conditions ..................................5-134
Highway driving.......................................................5-136
Rocking the vehicle ..................................................5-134
Smooth cornering .....................................................5-135
Speed sensing door lock .................................................3-15
Speedometer....................................................................3-56\
Starting difficulties, see engine will not start ...................6-4
Steering wheel.................................................................3-21 Electric Power Steering (EPS) ...................................3-21
Horn ........................................................................\
....3-22
Tilt steering/Telescopic steering.................................3-21
Steering wheel audio control ............................................4-3
Storage compartment ....................................................3-139 Center console storage .............................................3-140
Glove box .................................................................3-140
Sliding armrest .........................................................3-140
Sunglass holder ........................................................3-141
Sunglass holder .............................................................3-141
Sunroof........................................................................\
....3-39
Sunroof inside air recirculation ....................................3-139
Sunvisor ........................................................................\
3-143
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