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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a
dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator (red) and ABS indicator
come on simultaneously , the electronic brake
distribution system is not wo rking. This can result in
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) blinks at the same
time when the Brake System Indicator (Amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 617
U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On
■If the brake system indicator (red) comes on or blinks at the
same time when the brake syst em indicator (amber) comes on,
release the parking brake ma nually or automatically.
2Parking Brake P. 485
•If the brake system indicator (red) co ntinuously comes on or blinks at
the same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on,
stop the vehicle in a safe place a nd have it inspected by a dealer
immediately.
u Prevents the vehicle from mo ving gear position to
(P.
• If only the brake system indicator (red) is turned off, avoid using the
parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same
Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
If you apply the parking br ake, you may not be able
to release it.
If the brake system indicator (red) and the brake
system indicator (amber) come on at the same time,
the parking brake is working.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking brake may not work because it is
checking the system.
If you repeatedly operate the electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.U.S.
Canada
(Red)
U.S.
Canada
(Amber)
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS,
the indicator blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
If the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator will either come on or
it will first blink for abou t one minute, then stay on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
If the compact spare tire
* causes the indicator to come on, change the
tire to a full-size tire.
■What to do when the indica tor blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to first b link, and then stay on, change
the tire to a full-size tire. The indi cator goes off after driving for a few
miles (kilometers).
1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed levelM
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist provides visual and audible
assistance during tire pre ssure adjustment. With the
power mode in ON, while y ou adjust tire pressure up
or down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for three seconds with
five seconds intervals.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash tw ice every two seconds.
* Not available on all models
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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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