
Maintenance
9-56
High-corrosion areas
If you live in an area where your vehicle is
regularly exposed to corrosive materials,
corrosion protection is particularly
important. Some of the common causes
of accelerated corrosion are road salts,
dust control chemicals, ocean air and
industrial pollution.
Moisture breeds corrosion
Moisture creates the conditions in
which corrosion is most likely to occur.
For example, corrosion is accelerated
by high humidity, particularly when
temperatures are just above freezing. In
such conditions, the corrosive material is
kept in contact with the vehicle surfaces
by moisture that is slow to evaporate.
Mud is particularly corrosive because
it is slow to dry and holds moisture in
contact with the vehicle. Although the
mud appears to be dry, it can still retain
moisture and promote corrosion.
High temperatures can also accelerate
corrosion of parts that are not properly
ventilated so the moisture can be
dispersed.
For all these reasons, it is particularly
important to keep your vehicle clean and
free of mud or accumulations of other
materials. This applies not only to the
visible surfaces but particularly to the
underside of the vehicle.
To help prevent corrosion
Keep your vehicle clean
The best way to prevent corrosion is
to keep your vehicle clean and free of
corrosive materials. Attention to the
underside of the vehicle is particularly
important. • If you live in a high-corrosion area —
where road salts are used, near the
ocean, areas with industrial pollution,
acid rain, etc.—, you should take extra
care to prevent corrosion. In winter,
hose off the underside of your vehicle
at least once a month and be sure to
clean the underside thoroughly when
winter is over.
• When cleaning underneath the
vehicle, give particular attention to
the components under the fenders
and other areas that are hidden
from view. Do a thorough job; just
dampening the accumulated mud
rather than washing it away will
accelerate corrosion rather than
prevent it. Water under high pressure
and steam are particularly effective
in removing accumulated mud and
corrosive materials.
• When cleaning lower door panels,
rocker panels and frame members, be
sure that drain holes are kept open so
that moisture can escape and not be
trapped inside to accelerate corrosion.

09
9-57
Keep your garage dry
Don’t park your vehicle in a damp,
poorly ventilated garage. This creates
a favorable environment for corrosion.
This is particularly true if you wash your
vehicle in the garage or drive it into the
garage when it is still wet or covered with
snow, ice or mud. Even a heated garage
can contribute to corrosion unless it is
well ventilated so moisture is dispersed.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish should
be covered with “touch-up” paint as
soon as possible to reduce the possibility
of corrosion. If bare metal is showing
through, the attention of a qualified body
and paint shop is recommended.
Bird droppings are highly corrosive and
may damage painted surfaces in just a
few hours. Always remove bird droppings as soon as possible.
Don’t neglect the interior
Moisture can collect under the floor mats
and vehicle peting to cause corrosion.
Check under the mats periodically to be
sure the carpeting is dry. Use particular
care if you carry fertilizers, cleaning
materials or chemicals in the vehicle.
These should be carried only in proper
containers and any spills or leaks should
be cleaned up, flushed with clean water
and thoroughly dried.
Interior care
Interior general precautions
prevent chemicals such as perfume,
cosmetic oil, sun cream, hand cleaner
and air freshener from contacting the
interior parts because they may cause
damage or discoloration. If they do
contact the interior parts, wipe them off
immediately.
See the instructions that follow for the
proper way to clean vinyl.
NOTICE
•
Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with electrical/
electronic components inside the
vehicle as this may damage them.
• When cleaning leather products
(steering wheel, seats etc.), use
neutral detergents or low alcohol
content solutions. If you use high
alcohol content solutions or acid/
alkaline detergents, the color of the
leather may fade or the surface may
get stripped off.

Index
I-2
A Accessing your vehicle .......................................................................................... 5-4
Auto door lock/unlock features ........................................................................ 5-13
Child-protector rear door locks ........................................................................ 5-14
Door locks ....................................................................................................... 5-10
Immobilizer system ............................................................................................ 5-9
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle ..................................................5-11
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle ................................................5-10
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) ............................................................................. 5-14
Smart key .......................................................................................................... 5-4
Air bag - supplemental restraint system .............................................................. 3-42
Additional safety precautions ........................................................................... 3-64
Air bag warning labels ..................................................................................... 3-64
How does the air bags system operate? ............................................................3-47
Occupant Classification System (OCS) ...........................................................3-51
SRS care ........................................................................................................... 3-63
What to expect after an air bag inflates ............................................................3-51
Where are the air bags? .................................................................................... 3-44
Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision? ...................................................3-57
Air conditioner compressor label......................................................................... 2-13 Air conditioning system ....................................................................................... 2-10
Appearance care................................................................................................... 9-52
Exterior care ..................................................................................................... 9-52
Interior care ...................................................................................................... 9-57
Automatic climate control system ....................................................................... 5-62
Automatic heating and air conditioning ...........................................................5-63
Manual heating and air conditioning ................................................................ 5-64
System maintenance ......................................................................................... 5-73
System operation .............................................................................................. 5-71
B
Battery (12 Volt) .................................................................................................. 9-17
Battery capacity label ....................................................................................... 9-18
Battery recharging ............................................................................................ 9-18
Battery usage .................................................................................................... 9-18
Reset items ....................................................................................................... 9-19

Index
I-4
D
Declaration of conformity......................................................................... 2-13/7-120
Front radar ...................................................................................................... 7-120
Rear corner radar ............................................................................................ 7-122
Dimensions ............................................................................................................ 2-7
Drive mode integrated control system ................................................................. 6-38
Initial setting for each drive mode .................................................................... 6-39
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) ....................................................................... 7-54
Driver Attention Warning malfunction and limitations ....................................7-57
Driver Attention Warning operation ................................................................. 7-55
Driver Attention Warning settings ................................................................... 7-54
E Electric vehicle specifications ............................................................................... 2-7
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ........................................................9-9
Air conditioning refrigerant/compressor ............................................................9-9
Brake fluid ......................................................................................................... 9-9
Brake hoses and lines ......................................................................................... 9-9
Brake pads, calipers and rotors .......................................................................... 9-9
Coolant ............................................................................................................... 9-9
Cooling system ................................................................................................... 9-9
Drive shafts and boots ........................................................................................ 9-9
Reduction gear fluid ........................................................................................... 9-9
Suspension mounting bolts................................................................................. 9-9
Exterior features.......................................................................................... 5-41/5-92
Charging door ................................................................................................... 5-45
Hood ................................................................................................................. 5-41
Roof rack .......................................................................................................... 5-92
Tailgate ............................................................................................................. 5-43
Exterior overview (I) ............................................................................................. 2-2
Exterior overview (II) ............................................................................................ 2-3

Index
I-6
I If the vehicle will not start ..................................................................................... 8-3
Confirm the EV battery is not low on the charge gauge ....................................8-3
If you have a flat tire (with Tire Mobility Kit) ....................................................8-11
Components of the Tire Mobility Kit ............................................................... 8-12
How to adjust tire pressure .............................................................................. 8-16
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 8-11
Notes on the safe use of the Tire Mobility Kit .................................................8-17
Using the Tire Mobility Kit When a tire is flat ................................................8-13
Important safety precautions.................................................................................. 3-2
Air bag hazards ................................................................................................... 3-2
Always wear your seat belt ................................................................................ 3-2
Control your speed ............................................................................................. 3-2
Driver distraction ................................................................................................ 3-2
Keep your vehicle in safe condition ................................................................... 3-2
Restrain all children ........................................................................................... 3-2
In case of an emergency while driving .................................................................. 8-2
If the vehicle stalls at a crossroad or crossing ...................................................8-2
If the vehicle stalls while driving ....................................................................... 8-2
If you have a flat tire while driving ................................................................... 8-3
Infotainment system............................................................................................. 5-93 Antenna ............................................................................................................ 5-93
Audio / Video / Navigation system (AVN) ......................................................5-96
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology hands-free ..................................................5-95
Steering wheel audio controls ......................................................................... 5-94
USB and iPod® port ....................................................................................... 5-93
Voice recognition .............................................................................................. 5-96
Instrument cluster .................................................................................................. 4-2
Gauges and meters ............................................................................................. 4-3
Instrument cluster control ................................................................................... 4-3
Warning and indicator lights .............................................................................. 4-7

Index
I-10Seats
....................................................................................................................... 3-3
Front seats .......................................................................................................... 3-5
Headrest ............................................................................................................ 3-13
Rear seats .......................................................................................................... 3-10
Safety precautions .............................................................................................. 3-4
Seat warmers and air ventilation seats .............................................................3-17
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) ............................................................................... 7-64
Smart Cruise Control display and control ........................................................7-69
Smart Cruise Control malfunction and limitations ..........................................7-74
Smart Cruise Control operation ........................................................................ 7-68
Smart Cruise Control settings .......................................................................... 7-65
Smart recuperation system (if equipped with smart cruise control system) ........6-16
Limitations of the system ................................................................................. 6-19
Smart recuperation system will be temporarily cancelled when: .....................6-18
System malfunction .......................................................................................... 6-19
System setting .................................................................................................. 6-16
To activate smart recuperation system .............................................................6-16
To resume smart recuperation system ..............................................................6-18
To turn smart recuperation system off ..............................................................6-18
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance recognition sensor (front radar) ...........................6-18
Special driving conditions ................................................................................... 6-40
Driving at night ................................................................................................ 6-41
Driving in flooded areas ................................................................................... 6-42
Driving in the rain ............................................................................................ 6-41
Hazardous driving conditions ........................................................................... 6-40
Highway driving ............................................................................................... 6-42
Reducing the risk of a rollover ......................................................................... 6-42
Rocking the vehicle .......................................................................................... 6-40
Smooth cornering ............................................................................................. 6-41
START/STOP button ............................................................................................. 6-4
START/STOP button positions .......................................................................... 6-5
Starting the vehicle ............................................................................................. 6-6
Turning off the vehicle ....................................................................................... 6-7
Steering wheel ..................................................................................................... 5-16
Electric power steering (EPS) .......................................................................... 5-16
Heated steering wheel ...................................................................................... 5-18
Horn .................................................................................................................. 5-18
Tilt steering/Telescopic steering ....................................................................... 5-17