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Exterior Care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning
and caution statements that appear
on the label.
Protecting your vehicle's finish
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
from rust and deterioration, wash it
thoroughly and frequently at least
once a month with lukewarm or cold
water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road
driving, you should wash it after each
off-road trip. Pay special attention to
the removal of any accumulation of
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign
materials. Make sure the drain holes
in the lower edges of the doors and
rocker panels are kept clear and
clean. Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar
deposits can damage your vehicle’s
finish if not removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain
water may not completely remove all
these deposits. A mild soap, safe for
use on painted surfaces, should be
used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-
ish.
Do not use strong soap, chemi-
cal detergents or hot water, and
do not wash the vehicle in direct
sunlight or when the body of the
vehicle is warm.
Be careful when washing the side windows of your vehicle.
Especially, with high-pressure
water, water may leak through
the windows and wet the interi-
or.
To prevent damage to the plastic parts, do not clean with chemi-
cal solvents or strong deter-
gents.
NOTICE
After washing the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving slowly
to see if they have been affected
by water before getting on the
road. If braking performance is
impaired, dry the brakes by
applying them lightly while
maintaining a slow forward
speed.
WARNING
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Maintenance
Bright-metal maintenance
To remove road tar and insects,use a tar remover, not a scraper or
other sharp object.
To protect the surfaces of bright- metal parts from corrosion, apply a
coating of wax or chrome preser-
vative and rub to a high luster.
During winter weather or in coastal areas, cover the bright metal parts
with a heavier coating of wax or
preservative. If necessary, coat the
parts with non-corrosive petroleum
jelly or other protective compound.
Underbody maintenance
Corrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may
collect on the underbody. If these
materials are not removed, acceler-
ated rusting can occur on underbody
parts such as the fuel lines, frame,
floor pan and exhaust system, even
though they have been treated with
rust protection. Thoroughly flush the vehicle under-
body and wheel openings with luke-
warm or cold water once a month,
after off-road driving and at the end
of each winter. Pay special attention
to these areas because it is difficult
to see all the mud and dirt. It will do
more harm than good to wet down
the road grime without removing it.
The lower edges of doors, rocker
panels, and frame members have
drain holes that should not be
allowed to clog with dirt; trapped
water in these areas can cause rust-
ing.
Aluminum wheel maintenance
The aluminum wheels are coated
with a clear protective finish.
Do not use abrasive cleaner, pol-
ishing compound, solvent, or
wire brushes on aluminum
wheels.
Clean the wheel when it has cooled.
Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent, and rinse thoroughly
with water. Also, clean the
wheels after driving on salted
roads.
Do not wash the wheels with high-speed car wash brushes.
Do not use any cleaners con- taining acid or alkaline deter-
gents.
NOTICE
After washing the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving slowly
to see if they have been affected
by water. If braking performance
is impaired, dry the brakes by
applying them lightly while
maintaining a slow forward
speed.
WARNING
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AC inverter ...................................................................3-198\
Air bag warning labels ....................................................2-79
Air bags ........................................................................\
...2-57Additional safety precautions .....................................2-79
Air bag collision sensors ............................................2-73
Air bag inflation conditions .......................................2-75
Air bag non-inflation conditions ................................2-76
Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-79
Curtain air bags ..........................................................2-62
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger seat..........................................................2-72
Driver's air bag ...........................................................2-59
Driver's knee air bag ..................................................2-59
How does the air bags system operate? .....................2-63
Occupant classification system (OCS) .......................2-68
Passenger's front air bag.............................................2-59
Side air bags ...............................................................2-60
SRS Care ....................................................................2-78\
SRS components and functions..................................2-63
SRS warning light ......................................................2-63
What to expect after an air bag inflates .....................2-67
Why didn't my air bag go off in a collision ...............2-73
Air cleaner filter replacement .........................................7-22
Air conditioning refrigerant label .................................3-185
Air conditioning system specification ..............................8-6
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .................................................5-43 Antenna ........................................................................\
.....4-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ......................................5-33
Appearance care..............................................................7-69
Exterior care ...............................................................7-69
Interior care ................................................................7-74
Armrest ........................................................................\
...2-20
Audio/Video/Navigation system .......................................4-4
Auto defogging system .................................................3-188
Auto headlamp position ................................................3-132
Automatic climate control system ................................3-171 Air conditioning .......................................................3-178
Air intake control .....................................................3-176
Automatic heating and air conditioning ...................3-172
Fan speed control .....................................................3-177
Manual heating and air conditioning .......................3-173
Mode selection .........................................................3-174
OFF mode.................................................................3-178
Rear climate control button ......................................3-178
System maintenance .................................................3-184
Temperature control .................................................3-175
Automatic transmission ..................................................5-15 Good driving practices ...............................................5-20
Paddle shifter ..............................................................5-22
Parking........................................................................\
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Shift lock system ........................................................5-17
Automatic ventilation ...................................................3-191
Index
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Battery ........................................................................\
.....7-29Battery recharging ......................................................7-31
Battery saver function ...................................................3-138
Before driving ...................................................................5-5
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) system ...............5-78
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) system ..5-78
Blind-spot view monitor system ...................................3-150
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology ......................................4-4
Brake fluid ......................................................................7-\
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Brake system ...................................................................5-23 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................................5-33
Auto hold ....................................................................5-29\
Disc brakes wear indicator .........................................5-24
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) .................................5-39
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) ................................5-24
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).............................5-35
Good braking practices ..............................................5-42
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) .................................5-39
Power brakes ..............................................................5-23
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) .....................................5-42
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) .......................5-38 Bulb replacement ............................................................7-61
Daytime running light (DRL) ...........................7-61, 7-63
Front parking lamp ...........................................7-61, 7-63
Front turn signal lamp.......................................7-61, 7-63
Headlamp ..........................................................7-61, 7-63
High mounted stop lamp ............................................7-66
Interior light................................................................7-67
License plate light ......................................................7-66
Rear combination light bulb .......................................7-64
Side marker lamp ..............................................7-61, 7-63
Side repeater lamp ......................................................7-64
Bulb wattage .....................................................................8-3\
Capacities (Lubricants) .....................................................8-7
Care Exterior care ...............................................................7-69
Interior care ................................................................7-74
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
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Cargo security screen ....................................................3-205
Center console storage ..................................................3-192
Central door lock/unlock switch .....................................3-17
Certification label ...........................................................8-10
Check tire inflation pressure ...........................................7-35
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Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-46Booster seats...............................................................2-48
Forward-facing child restraints ..................................2-48
Installing a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-49
Lower anchors and tether for children (LATCH system) .....................................................2-50
Securing a child restraint seat with "Tether Anchor" system......................................................................2-\
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Securing a child restraint with lap/shoulder belt .......2-53
Securing a child restraint with the LATCH anchors system......................................................................2-\
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Selecting a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-47
Child-protector rear door lock ........................................3-20
Climate control air filter .................................................7-24
Clock ........................................................................\
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Cluster ionizer ...............................................................3-191
Coat hanger ...................................................................3-203\
Crankcase emission control system ................................7-77
Cup holder.....................................................................3-1\
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Curtain air bags ...............................................................2-62 Day/night rearview mirror ..............................................3-33
Daytime running light (DRL) .......................................3-132
Defroster .......................................................................3\
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Rear window defroster .............................................3-190
Dimensions .......................................................................8\
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Door locks .......................................................................3\
-15 Auto door lock/unlock features ..................................3-19
Central door lock/unlock switch ................................3-17
Child-protector rear door lock....................................3-20
Electronic child safety lock system............................3-20
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) .....................................5-39
Drive Mode............................................................5-55, 5-59
Drive mode integrated control system Drive Mode ................................................................5-55
Drive mode integrated control system (AWD) Drive Mode ................................................................5-59
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) system ....................5-117
Driver position memory system .....................................3-27 Easy access function ..................................................3-29
Recalling positions from memory ..............................3-28
Resetting the driver's seat memory system ................3-28
Storing positions into memory ...................................3-27
Driver's air bag................................................................2-59
Driver's knee air bag .......................................................2-59
Driving at night .............................................................5-149
Driving in flooded areas ...............................................5-150
Driving in the rain.........................................................5-149
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LabelTire sidewall labeling .................................................7-39
Tire specification and pressure label ..........................8-11
Vehicle certification label ...........................................8-10
Lane change signals ......................................................3-137
Lane Following Assist (LFA) system ...........................5-103
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system .............................5-109
LCD display Assist mode ................................................................3-98
Driving assist view mode .........................................3-117
LCD display modes ....................................................3-97
Master warning mode .................................................3-99
Other information display ........................................3-118
Parking assist view mode .........................................3-117
Trip computer mode ...................................................3-98
Turn By Turn (TBT) mode .......................................3-117
User settings mode ...................................................3-100
Utility view mode .....................................................3-116
View modes ..............................................................3-115 LCD display messages
Battery discharging due to external electrical devices .....................................................................3-9\
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Check Blind-Spot Collision Warning system ............3-94
Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse ...................................3-91
Check Driver Attention Warning (DAW) system ......3-95
Check Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system ..3-94
Check headlight ..........................................................3-94
Check headlight LED .................................................3-94
Check High Beam Assist (HBA) system ...................3-94
Check Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system ...............3-95
Check Smart Cruise Control system ..........................3-95
Door, Hood, Trunk open indicator .............................3-91
Engine has overheated................................................3-93
Heated steering wheel turned off ...............................3-93
Key not detected .........................................................3-90
Key not in vehicle ......................................................3-90
Lights mode ................................................................3-93
Low fuel .....................................................................3-9\
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Low key battery..........................................................3-90
Low pressure ..............................................................3-92
Low washer fluid........................................................3-93
Press brake pedal to start engine ................................3-90
Press START button again .........................................3-90
Press START button with key ....................................3-91
Shift to P or N to start engine ....................................3-90
Sunroof open indicator ...............................................3-92
Window open indicator ..............................................3-92
Wiper mode ................................................................3-93
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Tire traction ................................................................7-38
Use of compact spare tires .........................................6-19
Wheel alignment and tire balance ..............................7-36
Wheel replacement .....................................................7-38
Towing ........................................................................\
....6-22
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) .........................................5-42
Trailer towing................................................................5-156
Trip computer ................................................................3-110 Accumulated Info display ........................................3-112
Average fuel economy ..............................................3-111
Digital speedometer ..................................................3-113
Driving Info display .................................................3-112
Instant fuel economy ................................................3-111
Smart shift ................................................................3-113
Turn signals...................................................................3-137\
USB charger ..................................................................3-200
USB port ........................................................................\
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Use of compact spare tires ..............................................6-19
User settings mode........................................................3-100 Vanity mirror lamp........................................................3-141
Vehicle break-in process ....................................................F9
Vehicle certification label ...............................................8-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ..............................8-10
Vehicle load limit ..........................................................5-164
Vehicle modification ..........................................................F9
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)............................5-38
Vehicle weight and luggage volume .................................8-6
View modes ...................................................................3-115
Warning and indicator lights...........................................3-76
Air bag warning light .................................................3-77
All Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light......................3-83
All wheel drive lock indicator light ...........................3-89
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light ...........3-78
Auto hold ON indicator light .....................................3-88
Auto stop indicator light ............................................3-85
Charging system warning light .................................3-81
Cruise indicator light ..................................................3-88
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light .........3-89
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light.............3-79
Electronic brake force warning light..........................3-78
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light..........3-80
Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light ......3-85
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Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light ........................................................................\
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Engine oil pressure warning light .............................3-81
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system warning light ...........................................................3-84
High Beam Assist (HBA) indicator light ...................3-88
High beam indicator light ..........................................3-87
Icy road warning light ................................................3-85
Immobilizer indicator light ........................................3-86
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system indicator light ...3-84
LED headlight warning light......................................3-84
Light ON indicator light .............................................3-87
Low fuel level warning light ......................................3-82
Low tire pressure warning light .................................3-83
Malfunction Indicator lamp (MIL).............................3-80
Master warning light ..................................................3-82
Parking brake & brake fluid warning light ................3-77
Seat belt warning light ...............................................3-76
SMART mode indicator light .....................................3-89
Turn signal indicator light ..........................................3-87
Washer fluid ....................................................................7-22\
Welcome system ...........................................................3-142 Headlamp and parking lamp ....................................3-142
Interior lamp .............................................................3-143
Puddle lamp and door handle lamp..........................3-142
Wheel alignment and tire balance ..................................7-36
Wheel replacement .........................................................7-38 Windows ........................................................................\
.3-42
Auto up/down window ...............................................3-44
Automatic reversal .....................................................3-44
Power window lock switch ........................................3-45
Power windows ..........................................................3-43
Resetting the windows ...............................................3-44
Windshield defrosting and defogging ...........................3-186
Winter driving ...............................................................5-152 Snow tires .................................................................5-152
Tire chains ................................................................5-152
Winter Precautions ........................................................5-154
Wiper blades replacement ...............................................7-26
Wipers and washers ......................................................3-144 Front windshield washers .........................................3-146
Front windshield wipers ...........................................3-144
Rear window wiper and washer ...............................3-147
Wireless cellular phone charging system......................3-201
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