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3.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
4. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
6. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
7. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
8. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
9. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Pin
Engine Cover
Booster Battery
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If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Indicato r 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
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one mi nute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
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.
■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 blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the in dicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 522
1If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (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 level.
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 ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If 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. 706
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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure:1.Open the tailgate.
2. Wrap a cloth around the built-in key. Put it
into the cover slot as shown in the image,
and remove the cover.
3. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do If Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do If Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Index
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 692
Remote Engine Start ............................... 524
Steering Wheel ........................................ 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Heater .................................................... 228
Stopping ................................................... 608
Summer Tires ............................................ 664
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 223
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 50
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 6, 7, 171
SYNC Mode .............................................. 234
System Message Indicator ......................... 90
System Updates ........................................ 280
T
Tachometer.............................................. 111
Tailgate ..................................................... 153
Unable to Open ...................................... 709
Temperature
Gauge .................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display .................. 112
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Temperature Sensor ........................ 112, 237
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 206
Third Row Seat Access ............................. 204
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 229
Time (Setting) ........................................... 136
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 700
Tire Pressure ............................................. 118 Tire Pressure Moni
toring System (TPMS)
Indicator .................................................... 88
Tires ........................................................... 656
Air Pressure ..................................... 657, 713
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 656
Inspection ................................................ 656
Labeling .................................................. 657
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 681
Regulations ............................................. 659
Rotation .................................................. 663
Spare Tire ........................................ 681, 713
Summer .................................................. 664
Tire Chains .............................................. 664
Wear Indicators ....................................... 661
Winter ..................................................... 664
Tools .......................................................... 680
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 510
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 513
Load Limits .............................................. 510
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 519
Emergency .............................................. 706
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
Indicator .................................................... 88
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 555
Indicator .................................................. 700
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 700
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 517
Transmission ....................................... 23, 530
Automatic ......................................... 23, 530
Fluid ........................................................ 645
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 532 Number................................................... 714
Sequential Mode ..................................... 536
Trip Computer .......................................... 115
Troubleshooting ....................................... 679
Blown Fuse...................... 701, 702, 703, 704
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 30
Emergency Towing .................................. 706
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 689
Noise When Braking .................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 695
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 681
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 29, 151
Warning Indicators .................................... 82
Turn Signals .............................................. 174
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 88U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 230
Units .......................................................... 120
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 142
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 149
USB Flash Drives ....................... 259, 318, 353
USB Port .................................................... 241
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 9
Vehicle Customization ............................. 125
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