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uu12-Volt Battery uCharging the 12-Volt Battery
Maintenance
Charging the 12-Volt Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
If the battery cable is removed while a system update is being performed, the
electrical system can be permanently dama ged. Only remove the battery cable when
a system update is not being performed.1 12-Volt Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety
support, low tire pressure/TPMS
*, and parking brake
and brake system (amber) indicators may come on in
amber along with a message in the driver information
interface when you set the power mode to ON after
reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20
km/h). Each indicator should go off. If any do not,
have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 560
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 561
Handling of the Jack ......................... 574
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 575
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak.. 576Emergency Power System On ........... 577
Emergency Power System Off........... 578
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 579
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 581
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 582 Indicator Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears ......................................... 585
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 586
If the Limited stopping power Warning
Appears ......................................... 586
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 587
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 588
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....589
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On......................... 590
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks
*...................... 591
Fuses .................................................. 592
Emergency Towing ........................... 597
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 598If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 599
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 600
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp th e steering wheel firmly and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is: Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm) No
Contact Area
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
u When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
8. After the air pressure reaches front: 33 psi
(230 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa), turn off
the kit.
After the air pressure reaches front: 35 psi
(240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa), turn off
the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
11. Press the air release button until the gauge
returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).Pressure
Gauge
Inflator
Switch
Models with 225/50R17 94V tires
Models with 235/40R19 96V tires
1Injecting Sealant and Air
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.
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal, and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See a dealer for a replacement sealant bottle and
proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant Hose
Tire Valve
Stem
Air Release Button
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 19 psi (130kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 597
•Front: 33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
• Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not exce ed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down after the 10 minute dr iving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
Models with 225/50R17 94V tires
Models with 235/40R19 96V tires
All models
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Handling the Unexpected
7. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
8. Unscrew the air hose from the tire valve
stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
9. Press the air release button until the gauge
returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
10. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Air
Release
Button
Pressure
Gauge
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
12. Turn off the kit.
u Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
u If overinflated, press the air release
button.
13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
14. Unscrew the air hose from the tire valve
stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the air release button until the gauge
returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Air
Release
Button
Pressure
Gauge
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flatbed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flatbed equipment. 2 Parking Brake P. 483
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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