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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N after starting
the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless
the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 374
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 627
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown. Fuse locations are sh
own on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located at the engine compartment on the
left side. Push the tabs to open the box.■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
2.0 L engine models
3.0 L engine models
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
*1:2.0 L engine models
*2:3.0 L engine models
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
FUSE BOX MAIN60 A
PREMIUM AMP*(40 A)
BASE AMP*(30 A)
FET MODULE 130 A
ST MAGNET SW30 A
WIPER MOTOR30 A
−−
2
−(70 A)
FUSE BOX OPTION 130 A
−(40 A)
DR SEAT60 A
IG MAIN30 A
FET MODULE 230 A
3
−(40 A)
−*1
RFC 2*2(30 A)*1
30 A*2
ABS/VSA MOTER40 A
−(40 A)
−(40 A)
BLOWER MOTER40 A
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Circuit ProtectedAmps
4 FET MODULE 3 60 A
VST 1 (30 A)
VST 2 (30 A)
SUB FAN
*1
RFC 1*230 A
5R H/L LO10 A
6 IG COIL 15 A
7DBW*115 A*1
8 DR P/SEAT 2 30 A
9INJECTOR20 A*1
15 A*2
10 TCU 3 10 A
11L H/L LO10 A
12 TCU 2 10 A
13TCU15 A
14 MAIN RLY 15 A*1
20 A*2
15VBS/VBU10 A
16 BRAKE LT 5 A
17BACK UP10 A
18 WASHER 15 A
19−−
20 − −
21RR H/SEAT*1(20 A)*1
22 − −
23RFC RLY*210 A*2
24AVC*2 20 A*2
25−−
26 − −
27−−
28 − −
29−−
30 − −
31FUEL PUMP15 A
32 STARTER CUT 10 A
33VSA/ABS10 A
34 DR P/SEAT 1 30 A
35DR P/SEAT 330 A
36 FR DEICER*(15 A)
37STRLD7.5 A
38 − −
39MISS SOL 2*1
IG FI-ECU*210 A
40 IGPS (LAF)
*1
IGPS (PCS)*210 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1:2.0 L engine models
*2:3.0 L engine models
41IGPS SUB*1
IGPS (ABV)*210 A
42 VBACT
*110 A*1
46ACC (VST)10 A
47 METER (VST) 10 A
48BACK UP (VST)10 A
49 IDAS (VST) 10 A
50BCM (VST)10 A
51 − −
52−−
53 − −
54−−
55 − −
56−−
57 − −
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the fuse box type A.
Push the tabs to open the box.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type B
Tab
2.0 L engine models
3.0 L engine models
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
*1:2.0 L engine models
*2:3.0 L engine models
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1MAIN FUSE150 A*1
250 A*2
2R/B ACG125 A*1
200 A*2
3EPS80 A
4 VSA 40 A
5ESB40 A
6− (30 A)*1
(60 A)*2
7FAN1*1
−*230 A*1
(60 A)*2
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the under panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2L SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
3R SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
4ACC10 A
5−−
6SRS10 A
7−−
8R H/L HI10 A
9SMART10 A
10POWER DISTRIBUTION
MODULE10 A
11L SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
12DR DOOR LOCK(10 A)
13R SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
14A/C10 A
15DRL10 A
16CTR ACC SOCKET20 A
17HAZARD10 A
18L H/L HI10 A
19HORN15 A
20IMG10 A
21DR DOOR UNLOCK(10 A)
22−−
23−−
24−−
25−−
26−−
27−−
28−−
29FUSE BOX ENGINE COMPARTMENT20 A
30−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
31−−
32RADIO15 A
33−−
34−−
35ACG10 A
36METER10 A
37OPTION10 A
38MOONROOF20 A
39−−
40−−
41−−
42HEATED STEERING WHEEL*(10 A)
43−−
44−−
45TCU10 A
46SRS10 A
47−−
48SBW10 A
49DOOR LOCK20 A
50FRONT ACC SOCKET20 A
51REAR R P/W20 A
52RR L P/W20 A
53AS P/W20 A
54DRIVER P/W20 A
55−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlight s and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.
5. Check the fuses on the battery in the trunk
room.
u If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a
dealer.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label. 2 Fuse Locations P. 620
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover type A.
Combined Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
Blown Fuse
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to
make it pop up slightly.
u The fuel fill door opens.
2 How to Refuel P. 516
3.Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 580
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel systemM
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuelM
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.Funnel
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 632
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and Transmission
Number ......................................... 634
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 635
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 636Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 637
Warranty Coverages ........................ 640
Authorized Manuals ......................... 643
Client Service Information ............... 644
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