
3006-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
If the washer fluid level is at “LOW”,
add washer fluid.
■Using the gauge
The washer fluid level can be checked
by observing the position of the level on
the liquid-covered holes in the gauge. If the level falls below the second hole
from the bottom (the “LOW” position),
refill the washer fluid.
WA R N I N G
■Chemicals in the battery
Batteries contain poisonous and cor-
rosive sulfuric acid and may produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near
the battery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective safety glasses
when working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the bat-
tery.
■Where to safely charge the bat-
tery
Always charge the battery in an open
area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is insufficient ventilation.
■Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate
medical attention. If possible, con-
tinue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while traveling to the nearest
medical facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If
you feel pain or burning, get medical attention immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to
your skin. Immediately take off the
clothing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
●If you accidentally swallow electro-lyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention immediately.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.
■When adding distilled water
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during
battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
Current fluid level
Check if the treadwear indicators
are showing on the tires. Also
check the tires for uneven wear,
such as excessive wear on one
side of the tread.
Check the spare tire condition and
pressure if not rotated.
New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator
The location of treadwear indicators is
shown by a “TWI” or “ ” mark, etc.,
molded into the sidewall of each tire.
WA R N I N G
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the
engine is hot or running as washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch
fire if spilled on the engine, etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than
washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the
vehicle’s painted surfaces, as well as damaging the pump leading to prob-
lems of the washer fluid not spraying.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as nec-
essary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid
bottle.
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Tires
Replace or rotate tires in
accordance with maintenance
schedules and treadwear.
Checking tires
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391Alphabetical Index
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................................... 357
If the engine will not start ........... 355
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened..................................... 357
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising ................. 327
If you have a flat tire................... 345
If you lose your keys .................. 356
If you think something is wrong.. 334
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 364
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......................... 326
If your vehicle needs to be towed
................................................. 329
If your vehicle overheats ............ 362
Engine
ACCESSORY mode .................. 141
Compartment ............................. 295
Engine switch ............................. 139
Fuel pump shut of f system ......... 335
Hood .......................................... 293
How to start the engine .............. 139
Identification number.................. 369
If the engine will not start ........... 355
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 326
Ignition switch (engine switch) ... 139
Overheating ............................... 362
Tachometer .................................. 88
Engine coolant Capacity ..................................... 372
Checking .................................... 297
Preparing and checking before win-ter ............................................ 260
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................................... 88
Engine immobilizer system ........... 79
Engine oil Capacity ..................................... 370
Checking .................................... 295
Preparing and checking before win-ter ............................................ 260
Warning light .............................. 337
Engine oil temperature gauge ....... 94 Engine switch................................139
Auto power off function .............. 142
Changing the engine switch modes.................................................141
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ..........................326
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ..... 256 Warning light ..............................338
Event data recorder (EDR) ............... 6
Extended headlight lighting system ..................................................... 155
EyeSight ........................................165 Adaptive Cruise Control .............185
Conventional Cruise Control ...... 201
Lane Departure Warning ............214
Lane Sway Warning ................... 216
Lead Vehicle Start Alert .............. 218
Malfunction ................................. 222
Pre-Collision Braking System..... 175
Pre-Collision Throttle Management
.................................................209
Temporary stop ..........................222
F
Flat tire
Tire pressure warning system .... 303
Vehicles without a spare tire ...... 345
Floor mats ....................................... 26
Fluid Automatic transmission .............. 373
Brake .......................................... 374
Manual transmission ..................373
Washer ....................................... 300
Fog lights....................................... 159
Switch.........................................159
Front position lights Wattage ......................................375
Front seats Adjustment ................................. 117
Cleaning .............................285, 287
Correct driving posture ................. 27
Head restraints ...........................120
Seat heaters ............................... 269

397Alphabetical Index
Open door .................................. 104
Seat belt ............................. 339, 340
Warning lights............................... 336 ABS ............................................ 338
Automatic he adlight leveling system
warning light ............................ 341
Automatic transmission fluid temper- ature ........................................ 339
Brake system .......... ................... 336
BSD/RCTA warning light ............ 340
Charging system ........................ 337
Conventional cruise control indicator ................................................. 340
Electric power steering............... 338
EyeSight warning light ............... 341
GPF system warning light .......... 342
High coolant temperature........... 336
LED headlight warning light ....... 341
Low engine oil pressure ............. 337
Low fuel level ............................. 339
Malfunction indicator lamp ......... 337
Master warning light ................... 341
Open door warning .................... 339
RAB warning light ...................... 341
Seat belt reminder light ...... 339, 340
Slip indicator .............................. 338
SRH warning light ...................... 340
SRS............................................ 337
Tire pressure .............................. 342
Warning messages ....................... 344
Warning reflector storage box .... 276
Washer Checking .................................... 300
Preparing and checking before win-ter ............................................ 260
Switch ........................................ 160
Washing and waxing .................... 282
Weight
Weight ........................................ 368
Wheels Replacing wheels ....................... 308
Size ............................................ 375
Window lock switch ..................... 127
Windows
Power windows .......................... 126 Rear window defogger ............... 266
Washer ....................................... 160
Windshield wipers ........................160
Winter driving tips ........................260
Wireless remote control Battery-Saving Function ............. 110
Locking/Unlocking ...................... 101
Replacing the battery ................. 316