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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minu tes after turning the engine off before you check the
oil. 1.Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly
add oil, being carefu l not to overfill.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
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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
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
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
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the 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.
Oil Filter
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Index
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 536
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 174
Display Setup .................................... 244, 276
Door Mirrors ............................................. 193
Doors ........................................................ 140
Auto Door Locking.................................. 156
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 156
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ..................................... 40, 41, 93
Keys........................................................ 140
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 152
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 143
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 151
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 563
Driving ...................................................... 427
Braking ................................................... 507
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 443
Cruise Control ........................................ 451
Shifting Position .............................. 444, 446
Starting the Engine ......................... 436, 439
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 574
E
ECO Assist® System ..................................... 11
ECON Button ............................................ 450
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 97
Elapsed Time ............................................ 125 Electric Parking Brake
Indicator .................................................... 86
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator ............................................ 86, 606
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 94, 605
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 454
Emergency ................................................ 613
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 623
Engine Coolant ................................................... 540
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 598
Number ................................................... 620
Oil ........................................................... 535
Starting ........................................... 436, 439
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 169
Engine Coolant ......................................... 540
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 541
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 540
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 92
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 92
Overheating ............................................ 601
Engine Oil ................................................. 535
Adding .................................................... 537
Checking ................................................. 536
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 525, 529
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 89, 603
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 535
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 81
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 577
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 193
F
Features.................................................... 231
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 574
Oil ........................................................... 538
Flat Tire ..................................................... 586
Floor Mats ................................................. 576
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 543
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 542
Engine Coolant ....................................... 540
Windshield Washer ................................. 544
FM/AM Radio .................................... 245, 282
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 96
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 198
Folding the Rear Seat Up ......................... 199
Foot Brake ................................................ 509
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 55
Front Seats Adjusting ................................................ 194
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 504
Fuel ...................................................... 27, 517
Economy ................................................. 520
Gauge ............................................. 121, 124
Instant Fuel Economy ...................... 120, 125
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Range ............................................. 120, 125
Recommendation .................................... 517
Refueling........................................... 27, 517
Fuel Economy ........................................... 520
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