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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.
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.
3WARNING
The hood support rod can become very hot
due to heat from the engine.
To ensure against po ssible burns, do not
handle the metal section of the rod:
Use the foam grip instead.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
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.
Turning the power system on automatically starts the engine if the High Voltage
battery charge level gauge shows two segments or less.
2 High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge P. 127
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 Phillips-head screws and
slotted head screws by turning 90°
counter-clockwise on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
4. 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.
Screw Under Cover
Drain Bolt
Washer
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Handling the Unexpected
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Open the terminal cover on your vehicle’s
12-volt battery positive + terminal.
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 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-volt. Check
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 cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper 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 engine 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.
+ Terminal
Booster Battery
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
■The Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot
Message Appears on the Driver Information Interface1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message on
the driver information interface may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Turn the power system off and let the engine sit for approximately
three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 587
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Immediately turn
the power system off and co ntact a dealer for repairs.
If the 12-volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the 12-volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
power system. The power system uses the 12-volt
battery to activate. You may not be able to turn the
power system on again if you have turned it off with
this indicator on.
This indicator may come on when the outside
temperature is below -40°F (-40°C). It will go off after
the battery warms up.
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Index
Lights On Indicator .................................. 101
Turn Signals ............................................. 188
Load Limits ................................................ 461
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 152
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 165
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 164
From Inside .............................................. 162
From Outside ........................................... 155
Keys ........................................................ 152
Using a Key ............................................. 160
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 161
Low Battery Charge .................................. 650
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 96
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 93, 650
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ................................................... 154
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator .............. 99
Lower Anchors ............................................ 77
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 461
Lumbar Support ........................................ 208
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 208
M
Maintenance............................................. 575
12-volt Battery ......................................... 613
Brake Fluid............................................... 594
Cleaning .................................................. 617
Coolant ................................................... 591
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 579
Oil ........................................................... 587 Precautions ............................................. 576
Radiator .................................................. 592
Remote Transmitter ................................. 615
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 596
Safety...................................................... 577
Service Items ........................................... 582
Tires ........................................................ 604
Transmission Fluid ................................... 593
Under the Hood ...................................... 584
Maintenance Minder ....................... 131, 579
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 94, 651
Map Lights ................................................ 218
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 461
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 126
Mirrors ...................................................... 205
Adjusting ................................................ 205
Door ....................................................... 206
Exterior ................................................... 206
Interior Rearview ..................................... 205
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 622
Moonroof ................................................. 184
MP3 ................................................... 263, 319
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 568
N
Navigation................................................ 139
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 668
O
Odometer................................................. 129
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 465
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 586
Adding ................................................... 588
Checking ................................................ 587
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 580
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 93, 650
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 586
Viscosity.................................................. 586
Open Source Licenses .............................. 360
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 585
Moonroof ............................................... 184
Power Windows...................................... 180
Tailgate................................................... 166
Outside Temperature Display ................. 138
Overheating ............................................. 647
P
Pandora®......................................... 261, 317
Panic Mode ............................................... 179
Parking ..................................................... 557
Parking Brake ........................................... 549
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............................................. 92, 653
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................................... 91, 652, 653
Parking Sensor System ............................. 559
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 69
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