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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 corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once 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 wipers, resulting in
possible damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
NOTICE
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
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.
Pull
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support RodGrip
Clamp
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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
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
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.
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uuCleaning uInterior Care
520
Maintenance
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
The front and rear floor mats hook over floor
anchors, which keep them from sliding
forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn
the anchor knobs to the unlock position.
When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn
the knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mats.
To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampen ed with a solution comprised of 90%
water and 10% neutral soap.
3. Wipe away any soap residu e with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allow leather to air dry in the shade.
■Cleaning the Window
■Floor Mats
1Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
Be careful not to spill flui ds, such as water or glass
cleaner, on or around the cover of the front sensor
camera. 2 Front Sensor Camera P. 398
1Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Unlock
Lock
■Maintaining Genuine Leather*1 Maintaining Genuine Leather*
It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust ca n cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, pl ease note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discol oration or stains.
* Not available on all models
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uuPower System Won’t Start uChecking the Procedure
Handling the Unexpected
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check the Security
System Alarm
indicator.When the Security System Alarm indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Security System Alarm P. 155
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545Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as the audio and lights. Turn off the
power system, then open the hood. 1.Open the battery terminal cover.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Chec k the charger manual
for the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the power system vibrates. Also
be careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow
the cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt Battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the power system from
starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Battery Terminal Cover
Booster Battery
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
■Statement on Warranty Coverage for Aftermarket and Recycled Parts
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. s.2301 et seq., makes it illegal for
motor vehicle manufacturers to void a motor vehicle warranty or deny warranty
coverage solely because an aftermarket or re cycled part has been used to repair the
vehicle or someone other than the authoriz ed service provider performed service on
the vehicle. This provision does not apply to a new motor vehicle purchased solely
for commercial or industrial use.
Under federal law, a manufacturer may de ny warranty coverage and charge for
repairs to a vehicle if it is discovered that an aftermarket or recycled part installed on
the vehicle is defective or was installed incorrectly and caused damage to another
part of the vehicle otherwise covered under warranty. The Federal Trade
Commission requires that a manufacturer demonstrate that an aftermarket or
recycled part or service performed by a person other than an authorized service
provider caused damage to another part of the vehicle otherwise covered under
warranty before denying warranty coverage . Additionally, federal law allows a
manufacturer to void a motor vehicle warra nty or deny warranty coverage if the
manufacturer provides the arti cle or service to consumers free of charge under the
warranty or the manufacturer has secured a waiver from the Federal Trade
Commission.
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
120V AC (AC Level 1)............................... 462
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ........................................... 93, 552
240V AC (AC Level 2) ............................... 465
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 443
Accessories and Modifications ................ 525
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 191
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 397
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow .......................................... 404
Indicator ................................................. 102
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 494
Engine Oil ............................................... 488
Washer ................................................... 499
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 488
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 184
Front Seats.............................................. 177
Head Restraints ....................................... 180
Mirrors.................................................... 175
Steering Wheel ....................................... 174
Temperature ........................................... 128
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 430
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 195
Changing the Mode................................ 197 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 199
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 518
Sensors .................................................... 203
Synchronized Mode ................................. 200
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 195
Air Pressure ....................................... 506, 573
Airbags ........................................................ 54
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 60
Airbag Care ............................................... 70
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 62
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 57
Indicator .............................................. 67, 96
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 68
Sensors ...................................................... 54
Side Airbags .............................................. 64
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 66
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 245
Android Auto ............................................ 282
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 443
Indicator .................................................... 95
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 279
Armrest ..................................................... 184
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 209
Audio System .................................... 206, 212
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 238
Audio/Information Screen ........................ 213
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 221
Changing the Screen Interface ................. 235
Closing Apps ........................................... 237 Customizing the Meter............................ 221
Display Setup .......................................... 239
Error Messages ........................................ 286
General Information ................................ 290
Home Screen........................................... 227
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 240
Menu Customize ..................................... 236
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 266
Reactivating ............................................ 208
Recommended Devices............................ 292
Remote Controls ..................................... 209
Security Code .......................................... 208
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 240
Status Area ............................................. 234
Theft Protection ...................................... 208
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 292
USB Port.................................................. 207
Voice Control Operation.......................... 241
Wallpaper Setup...................................... 225
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 213
Authorized Manuals ................................ 582
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 151
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 441
Indicator............................................ 89, 441
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator............................................ 89, 441
Automatic Lighting .................................. 165
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 128
Average Fuel Economy Records .............. 131
Average Speed ......................................... 129
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