CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
Have a flat serviced by an authorizeddealer to prevent damage to the systemsensors. See Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem Precautions (page 351).Replacethe spare tire with a road tire as soon aspossible. During repairing or replacing theflat tire, have the authorized dealer inspectthe system sensor for damage.
If you get a flat tire when driving, do notapply the brake heavily. Instead, graduallydecrease your speed. Hold the steeringwheel firmly and slowly move to a safeplace on the side of the road.
Note:The use of tire sealant may damageyour tire pressure monitoring system andshould only be used in roadsideemergencies.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring systemindicator light illuminates when the sparetire is in use. To restore the full function ofthe monitoring system, all road wheelsequipped with tire pressure monitoringsensors must be mounted on this vehicle.
WARNING: Never place anythingbetween the vehicle jack and the ground.
WARNING: Never place anythingbetween the vehicle jack and yourvehicle.
WARNING: To help prevent yourvehicle from moving when changing awheel, shift the transmission into park(P), set the parking brake and use anappropriate block or wheel chock tosecure the wheel diagonally opposite tothe wheel being changed. For example,when changing the front left wheel,place an appropriate block or wheelchock on the right rear wheel.
WARNING: It is recommended thatthe wheels of the vehicle be chocked,and that no person should remain in avehicle that is being jacked.
WARNING: Only use the jackprovided as original equipment with yourvehicle.
WARNING: The jack supplied withthis vehicle is only intended for changinga flat tire in an emergency. Do notattempt to do any other work on yourvehicle when it is supported by the jack,as your vehicle could slip off the jack.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury or death.
WARNING: The jack should beused on level firm ground whereverpossible.
WARNING: Only use the specifiedjacking points. If you use any otherlocations you could damage vehiclecomponents, such as brake lines.
WARNING: Switch the ignition offand apply the parking brake. If yourvehicle has a manual transmission, shiftinto first or reverse gear. If your vehiclehas an automatic transmission, shift intopark (P).
WARNING: Do not attempt tochange a tire on the side of the vehicleclose to moving traffic. Pull far enoughoff the road to not obstruct the flow oftraffic and avoid the danger of being hitwhen operating the jack or changing thewheel.
WARNING: No person should placeany portion of their body under a vehiclethat is supported by a jack.
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Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghosesEngine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamageExhaust system
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires, including spare, for wear and proper
pressure2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.2If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By dateon the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection ofyour vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how youuse your vehicle. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owningyour vehicle and reduces environmentalwaste at the same time.
This means you do not have to rememberto change the oil on a mileage-basedschedule. Your vehicle lets you know whenan oil change is due by displaying amessage in the instrument cluster display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity ofuse.
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When to Expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Normal
7,500–12,500 mi(12,000–20,000 km)
Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5,000–7,500 mi(8,000–12,000 km)
Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idlingExtended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi(5,000–8,000 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operationExtended engine idling
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Instrument Cluster Display1
Change the engine oil and filter.
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and the parking brake.
Inspect the engine coolant level/strength and the hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-joints.
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Instrument Cluster Display1
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness ordrag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 12,500 mi (20,000 km) between service intervals.
Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for theinterval.2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
Other Maintenance Items1
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).2
Change the automatic transmission fluid.Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)Replace the accessory drive belt(s).3
Change the engine coolant.4At 200,000 mi(322,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil andfilter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.3 If not replaced within the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).4 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the messageappearing in the instrument cluster displayprompting you to change your oil.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,750 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has notcome on, but the odometer reads30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor wasreset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km).Perform the engine air filterreplacement.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints (AWD).Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Change engine oil and filter.2Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsPerform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
2Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
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What Is Automatic Return to Park(P).......................................................................184Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings.......................................................187Automatic Transmission............................182Automatic Return to Park (P).......................184Automatic Transmission Positions..............182Automatic Transmission –Troubleshooting.............................................188Grade Assist - Hybrid Electric Vehicle(HEV).................................................................185Manual Park Release - Gasoline...................185Temporary Neutral Mode................................183Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators......................................................183Automatic Transmission Positions........182Drive (D).................................................................183Low (L)...................................................................183Neutral (N)............................................................182Park (P)..................................................................182Reverse (R)...........................................................182Automatic TransmissionPrecautions..................................................182Automatic Transmission –Troubleshooting........................................188Automatic Transmission – InformationMessages..........................................................188Auto Mode.......................................................126Auto Mode Indicators........................................126Switching Auto Mode On and Off................126Switching Dual Mode On and Off................128Auto-Start-Stop...........................................168Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting...........169Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................168Auto-Start-Stop Precautions..................168Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting.........................................169Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently AskedQuestions..........................................................170Auto-Start-Stop – InformationMessages..........................................................169Autounlock........................................................73Autounlock Requirements................................73Switching Autounlock On and Off.................73What Is Autounlock.............................................73AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive.........................................189
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................315See: Changing the 12V Battery - Hybrid ElectricVehicle (HEV).................................................318Blind Spot Information System...............241Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting............................................243Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................242Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations...................................................241Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions..................................................241Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements..............................................241Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting........................................243Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages................................243Body Control Module Fuse Box..............301Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................301Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box...........................................301Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................301Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........304Booster Seats..................................................39Brake Coach - Hybrid Electric Vehicle(HEV)..............................................................119Brake Fluid Specification...........................192Brake Over Accelerator................................191Brake Precautions.........................................191Brakes................................................................191Anti-Lock Braking System................................191Brakes – Troubleshooting...............................193Brakes – Troubleshooting.........................193Brakes – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................193Brakes – Warning Lamps................................193Breaking-In.....................................................278
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Calculating Payload....................................259
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