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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the driver information interface. Press the (home) button, select Warnings, then press the
ENTER button to see the message again wi th the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears if any door or the tailgate is not completely
closed.•Goes off when all doors and the tailgate are closed.
•Appears when the hood is opened.•Close the hood.
•Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.•Appears while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears P. 699
•Appears when the washer fluid is low*.•Refill the washer fluid.
2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 648
•Appears while you are customizing the settings and
the transmission is in other than
(P.
2 Vehicle Customization P. 125
Models with color audio system
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
528
Driving
1Remote Engine Start*
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The Malfunction Indicator Lamp comes on if there
is a problem with the em issions control systems.
•The transmission is in a position other than (P.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
•The seat ventilation is activated*.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters* are
activated.
•The seat heaters* and heated steering wheel* are
activated. 2Heated Steering Wheel
* P. 228
2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation
* P. 226, 227
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Change the gear position to
(P.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in part icular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in seriou s injury or death.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that
( P is shown
on the gear position Indicator.
1 When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
•Changing into ( P before the vehicle stops
completely.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 628
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..629
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 630
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 631
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 637
Opening the Hood ........................... 638
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 639
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 640
Oil Check ......................................... 641
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 642
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ....643
Engine Coolant ................................ 645
Transmission Fluid ............................ 647
Brake Fluid ....................................... 648
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 648
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 649
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 654
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 658
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 659
Tire Labeling .................................... 659
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 661Wear Indicators................................ 663 Tire Service Life ................................ 663
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 664
Tire Rotation .................................... 665
Winter Tires ..................................... 666
Battery ............................................... 667
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 669
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 670Climate Control System Maintenance .. 672Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 674
Exterior Care.................................... 676
Accessories and Modifications ........ 679
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 721.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) /100,000 km (Canada).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*6: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is
reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
7●Replace brake fluid*6
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 43ºC, 110ºF), in very low temperatures (under -29ºC, -20ºF), replace every 100,000 km (60,000 miles).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 12,000km (7,500 miles), then every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*6: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 721.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*5
7●Replace brake fluid*6
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 682
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 683
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 691
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 692
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 693
Jump Starting .................................... 694
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 697 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 699If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 699
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 700
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 701
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 701
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 702
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ....... 702
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 703
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 707
Emergency Towing ........................... 708
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 709
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ................................... 710
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate .. 711
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Index
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 652
Bulb Specifications ................................... 714
C
CabinTalkTM.............................................. 503
Car Wash Mode ........................................ 536
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 78
Carrying Cargo ................................. 507, 509
CD Player .................................................. 312
Certification Label ................................... 716
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 649
Charging System Indicator ................ 83, 699
Child Safety ................................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 151
Child Seat ................................................... 62
Booster Seats ............................................ 77
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 64
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 65
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 71
Larger Children ......................................... 76
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 64
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 66
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 151
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 676
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 674
Climate Control System ........................... 231
Changing the Mode................................ 231 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 232
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 673
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 232
Sensors .................................................... 237
Synchronization Mode ............................. 234
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 231
Clock .......................................................... 136
Coat Hook ................................................. 222
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .................................................. 564
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) Indicator .............................. 94, 95
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 683, 715
Console Compartment ............................. 213
Controls ..................................................... 135
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 645
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 646
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 645
Overheating ............................................ 697
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 531
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 617
Cup Holders .............................................. 215
Customer Service Information ................. 725
Customized Features ................ 125, 423, 430
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 182
Dead Battery ............................................. 694 Defaulting All the Settings
...................... 448
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 232
Detachable Anchor .................................... 44
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 717
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 175
Rearview Mirror....................................... 192
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 641
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 174
Door Mirrors ............................................. 193
Doors ......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 152
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 152
Door Open Message.................................. 38
Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 149
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 148
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 661
Driver Information Interface ................... 111
Accessing Content .................................. 113
Warning and Information Messages .......... 97
Driving ...................................................... 505
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 576
Automatic Transmission .......................... 531
Braking ................................................... 606
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 522
Shifting Gear ........................................... 532
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