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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P679)
Flat Tire (P681)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P697)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P689)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P701)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P695)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P706)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the temperature of the transmission
is starting to get too hot.
• The performance of the vehicle may be reduced.•Until the message disappears, reduce your speed and
allow the system to cool down.
•Appears if the battery charge becomes low.•Charge the battery.
•Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on
the battery.•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Checking the Battery P. 665
•Appears when the schedu led maintenance is due
soon.
• Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver
Information Interface P. 631
•Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.2 Overheating P. 695
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the
power mode is in ACCESSORY.•Change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 171
•Appears when you close the door with the power
mode in ON without the remote inside the vehicle.•Disappears when you bring the remote back inside the
vehicle and close the door.
2 Keyless Remote Reminder P. 173
•Appears when the remote battery becomes weak.•Replace the battery as soon as possible.
2 Replacing the Remote Battery P. 667
•Appears if the remote battery is too weak to start the
engine or the key is not within operating range to
start the engine.
A beeper sounds six times.• Bring the remote in front of the ENGINE START/STOP
button to be touched with.
2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 690
●Appears if you press the ENGINE START/STOP
button while the vehicle is moving.2 Emergency Engine Stop P. 691
●Appears three seconds after the To Start, Hold
Remote Near Start Button , then To Start Engine
messages appeared sequentially.●Unless you bring the keyless remote in front of the
ENGINE START/STOP button, this message does not
appear.
2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 690
•Appears if there is a problem with the cooling
system.•Drive slowly to prevent overheating and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Displays
Gauges
Gauges include the fuel gauge, temperature gauge, and related indicators. They are
displayed when the power mode is set to ON.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal.
2 Overheating P. 695
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY
or ON.
■Console panel
Open the lid and the cover to use it.
■Console compartment
Pull the handle and open the cover to use it.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180
watts (15 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
When the accessory power soc ket is not in use, close
the cover to prevent any small foreign objects from
getting into the power socket.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 680
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 681
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 689
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak .. 690
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 691
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 692
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 695 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 697If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 697
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 698
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 699
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 699
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 700
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ....... 700
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 701
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 705
Emergency Towing ........................... 706
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 707
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel
Container ................................... 708
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 709
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears on
the driver information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message on
the driver information interface may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle goes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, remove the engine compartment
cover then add coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
2Engine Compartment Cover P. 637
uIf there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, re start it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve Tank
MAXMIN
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