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Maintenance
Climate Control System Maintenance
Air Conditioning
To ensure proper and safe operation, th e Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE
J2845) recommends that the refrigerant sy stem only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians.
Never repair or replace the air conditioning evaporator (cooling coil) with one
removed from a used or salvaged vehicle.
New replacement mobile air conditioning evaporators must be certified (and
labeled) as meeting SAE Standard J2842.
Dust and Pollen Filter
The climate control system is equipped wi th a dust and pollen filter that collects
pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance MinderTM messages will let
you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1Climate Control System Maintenance
NOTICE
Vented refrigerant is harmful to the environmentM
To avoid refrigerant from venting, never replace the
evaporator with one re moved from a used or
salvaged vehicleM
Refrigerant in your vehicle

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Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Re gularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, pr omptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• If driving in conditions that cause buildup of mud, snow, ice or other debris on the
left side inner fender vent.
■Washing the Vehicle
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Lock the doors when washing the vehicle.
Do not spray water onto the fuel fill door directly. A
high-pressure spray ma y cause it to open.
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
If you need to lift the wiper arms away from the
windshield, first set the wiper arms to the
maintenance position. 2 Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber P. 552
Air Intake Vents
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• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Do not use an automated car wash.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
• Do not spray water directly onto the ca mera or the area around it. Water may
enter the lens and cause th e camera to malfunction.
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a conveyor, make sure the
transmission in
( N position.
2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 386
NOTICE
Never run the vehicle through a conveyor-style car
wash or use any type of motorized cleaning device.
Doing so could damage the vehicle and the paint.
Always wash the vehicle by hand with a mild car
wash detergent and plenty of water.
Models with PMC emblem on the console
Models with PMC emblem on the console
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Maintenance
A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
Your vehicle’s paint requires up to 60 days from the production date to fully cure.
During this time, avoid applying any wax or paint sealant-type products, as they
could inhibit the curing process and affect the paint’s durability.
You may polish the paint during these 60 days if the polish does not contain any wax
or paint sealant ingredients. Use only clean, high-quality microfiber towels or pads,
as they are a softer material with less chance of scratching the finish. It is absolutely
necessary to keep the microfiber towels or pads properly cleaned and maintained
before using on your vehicle.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
Models with PMC emblem on the console
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 582
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 583
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 598
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 605
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak.. 606Emergency Engine Stop ................... 607
If the Battery Is Dead Jump Starting Procedure .................. 608
Overheating ...................................... 611
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Engine Oil Pr essure Low Warning
Appears ......................................... 614 If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 615
If the Slow Down! Reduced Stopping Power Warning Appears ................ 615
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ..................................... 616
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 617
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 618
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 619 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 620
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 621
Fuses .................................................. 622
Emergency Towing ........................... 629If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 630If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 631
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ................................... 632
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4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
u Do not plug any other electric devices
into other accessory power sockets.
2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 189
5.Start the engine.
2 Starting the Engine P. 374
uKeep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 75
6.Turn the selector knob to REPAIR*1,
SEALANT/AIR*2, PRODUIT ANTIFUITE/
AIR*2.
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
1 Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
There are two accessory power sockets:
•In the console compartment•In the front of the passenger lower pocket 2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 189
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usin g the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
U.S.
Canada
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• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less
than front: 32 psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi
(210 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches front: 32
psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi (210 kPa).
• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less
than 32 psi (220 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches 32 psi
(220 kPa).
• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less
than front: 36 psi (250 kPa)/rear: 33 psi
(230 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches front: 36
psi (250 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230 kPa).
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 595
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
Models with 235/50R18 97V tires
Models with 255/40R19 96W tires
Models with 255/35R20 97Y tires
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7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
u Do not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.
2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 189
8.Start the engine.
2 Starting the Engine P. 374
uKeep the engine runn ing while injecting
air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 75
9.Turn the selector knob to AIR*1, AIR
ONLY*2, AIR SEULEMENT*2.
10. Press the inflator swit ch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
1Inflating an Under-inflated Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
U.S.
Canada
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