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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil f ilter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display. 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 screws and bolt(s) on the
undercarriage by turning
counterclockwise and remove the under
cover.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.
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealerM
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. If the
low oil pressure warning appears, turn off the
engine, and check your work.
Under Cover
Screws
Screws
Bolts
2.0 L engine models
3.0 L engine models
ScrewsBolt
ScrewsUnder Cover
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Remove the engine compartment cover (A).
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 535
3.Turn the radiator cap 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise and relieve any pressure in the
cooling system.
4. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise to
remove it.
5. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
6. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
■Radiator1Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.Radiator Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Remove the engine compartment cover (B).
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 535
3.Turn the reserve tank cap 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise and relieve any pressure in the
coolant system.
4. Push down and turn the reserve tank cap
counter-clockwise to remove it.
5. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark.
6. Put the reserve tank cap back on, and
tighten it fully.
■Adding the Coolant1Engine Coolant
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. Th ey may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
1 Adding the Coolant
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.Reserve
Tank Cap
MIN
MAX
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uuBattery uChecking the Battery
566
Maintenance
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 207
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 118
•The immobilizer system needs to be reset.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 91
1Battery
The battery installed in this vehicle is specifically
designed for a model with Auto Idle Stop. Using a
battery other than this spec ified type may shorten the
battery life, and prevent Auto Idle Stop from
activating. If you need to replace the battery, make
sure to select the specified type and size. Ask a dealer
for more details.
Canadian models only
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery) ................................... 567
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 613
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 606
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 564
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 184
Blind spot information System ................ 413
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 261
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 329
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 74
Brake System ............................................. 485
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 492
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 490
Brake Assist System ................................. 493
Fluid ........................................................ 549
Foot Brake ............................................... 489
Indicator ................................ 80, 81, 82, 615
Indicator (Red) ......................................... 617
Parking Brake .......................................... 485
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 159
Built-in Key ................................................ 121
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 550
Brake, Rear Turn Si gnal and Taillight/Rear
Side Marker Lights ................................. 551
Fog Lights ................................................ 550
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights.... 550
Headlights ............................................... 550
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 551 Puddle Lights........................................... 551
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 551
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 550
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 551
Bulb Specifications ................................... 632
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 508
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Carrying Cargo ................................. 369, 371
Certification Label .................................... 634
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 550
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 613
Child Safety ................................................. 61
Childproof Door Locks............................. 134
Child Seat .................................................... 61
Booster Seats ............................................ 74
Child Seat for Infants................................. 63
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 64
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 69
Larger Children ......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 63
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 65
Using a Tether ........................................... 71
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 134
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 573
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 571
Client Service Information ....................... 644Climate Control System
........................... 197
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 199
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 570
Sensors ................................................... 201
Synchronized Mode ................................ 200
Clock ......................................................... 118
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 420
Coat Hooks ............................................... 186
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 420
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ....... 596, 633
Console Compartment ............................. 183
Controls .................................................... 117
Coolant (Engine) .............................. 544, 546
Adding the Coolant ................................ 547
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 545
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 544
Overheating ............................................ 609
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 381
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 500
Cup Holders .............................................. 184
Customized Features ............................... 302
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 153
Dead Battery ............................................ 606
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 325
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Index
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)...... 637
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 161
Rear Seats ................................................. 178
Seat Heaters ........................................... 195
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 165
Refueling .................................................. 515
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 97
Gasoline ......................................... 515, 632
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 87
Regulations .............................. 411, 558, 635
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 376
Remote Transmitter ................................. 128
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 568
Replacement Battery ............................................ 568, 569
Bulbs ...................................................... 550
Fuses ...................................... 620, 622, 623
Tires........................................................ 561
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 552
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 636
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 102
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 167
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 471
On and Off ............................................. 473
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 76 Safety Message
............................................. 3
Safety Support .......................................... 111
Seat Belts ..................................................... 36
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 40
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 38
Checking ................................................... 42
Fastening ................................................... 39
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 69
Pregnant Women ...................................... 41
Reminder ................................................... 37
Warning Indicator ................................ 37, 87
Seat Heaters ...................................... 194, 195
Seat Ventilators ........................................ 194
Seats .......................................................... 168
Adjusting ................................................. 168
Front Seats .............................................. 168
Lumbar Support ...................................... 168
Rear Seats ............................................... 178
Seat Control Interface .............................. 170
Seat Heaters .................................... 194, 195
Ventilators ............................................... 194
Security System ......................................... 139
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 91
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 91
Select Button ............................................ 382
Operation ................................................ 384
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 65
Sequential Mode ...................................... 389
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 390
Setting the Clock ...................................... 118 SH-AWD
® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 408
Shift Button ........................................ 20, 382
Shift Position Indicator ...................... 83, 384
Shift Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 382
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 20, 382
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 40
Side Airbags ................................................ 54
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 56
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 267
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 242
Snow Tires ................................................. 563
Spare Tire (Optional) ........................ 596, 633
Spark Plugs ............................................... 632
Specifications ............................................ 632
Specified Fuel ................................... 515, 632
Speed Limit Information ............................ 99
Speed/Distance Units ................................ 104
Speedometer .............................................. 97
Sport Gauge Settings ............................... 105
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 46
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 404
Starting the Engine .................................. 374
Does Not Start......................................... 603
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 148
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 606
Remote Engine Start................................ 376
Steering Wheel ......................................... 164
Adjusting ................................................ 164
Stopping ................................................... 494
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