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781Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn't turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the driver information interface.●If the To start, touch start button with emblem side of remote message appears2If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 783
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 202
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 806
Check the battery.
Have the battery checked by a dealer.
2Battery P. 747
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 786
Depending on the situation, it may be possible to
temporarily start the engine using the emergency
start procedure. 2 Emergency Engine Start P. 784
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Handling the Unexpected
If the Battery Is Dead
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.1 If the Battery Is Dead
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Be careful
not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable
ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
1. Open the cover on the positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than
15-volt. Check the charger manual for
the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
Booster Battery
2.0 L engine models
with Auto Idle Stop
2.0 L engine models
without Auto Idle Stop
Booster Battery
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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
788
Handling the Unexpected
5. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do
not connect this jumper cable to any other
part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.1If the Battery Is Dead
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
with Auto Idle Stop
2.0 L engine models
without Auto Idle Stop
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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle's engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts1What to Do After the Engine Starts
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF*, Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow*, safety support and low
tire pressure/ TPMS* indicators may come on in amber
along with a message in the gauge when you set the
power mode to ON after reconnecting the 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 checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has readiness code as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some states use these codes for testing to verify whether your vehicle's emissions
components are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testin g is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mo de to ON, without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks fi ve times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle te sted before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the ac celerator pedal, and let it idle for
20 seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
(P (continuously variable transmission) or (N (manual
transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for
about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again only after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.
1.5 L engine models
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Index
Auto High-Beam....................................... 210
Indicator .................................................. 106
Auto Idle Stop ................................... 514, 520
OFF Button ...................................... 515, 521
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 662
Indicator .......................................... 100, 662
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator .......................................... 100, 662
Automatic Lighting .................................. 207
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 128, 158
Average Speed .................................. 130, 160
B
Battery....................................................... 747
Charging System Indicator ............... 101, 796
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 786
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 747
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 749
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 48
Beverage Holders ...................................... 235
Blind Spot Information System ................ 547
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 275, 334
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 444, 464
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 91
Brake System ............................................. 657
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 667
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 662
Brake Assist System ................................. 668
Fluid ........................................................ 726
Foot Brake ............................................... 661 Indicator (Amber) ............................ 100, 799
Indicator (Red) ..................... 98, 99, 797, 799
Parking Brake .......................................... 657
Braking Pressure Meter ............................ 164
Brightness Control
(Instrument Panel) .......................... 217, 218
Built-in Key ............................................... 177
Bulb Replacement .................................... 728
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker
Light, and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs .. 729
Fog Lights ............................................... 728
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 728
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 728
Headlights ............................................... 728
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 732
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 728
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 731
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 728
Taillight and Back-Up Light Bulbs............. 731
Bulb Specifications ................................... 814
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 92
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 239
Cargo Hook ............................................... 238
Carrying Cargo ................................. 487, 489
Certification Label .................................... 816
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 728
Charging System Indicator ............... 101, 796Child Safety
................................................ 77
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 190
Child Seat ................................................... 77
Booster Seats ............................................ 91
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 79
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 80
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 85
Larger Children ......................................... 90
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 79
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 81
Using a Tether .......................................... 87
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 190
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 753
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 751
Climate Control System ........................... 249
Changing the Mode........................ 249, 250
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 251
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 750
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 250
Sensors ................................................... 254
Synchronization Mode ............................ 253
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 249
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 555
Coat Hooks ............................................... 237
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 555
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 761, 815
Console Compartment ............................. 234
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Index
Continuously Variable TransmissionCreeping................................................. 502
Fluid ....................................................... 725
Kickdown ............................................... 502
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 29, 504, 506
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 790
Shifting ........................................... 503, 505
Controls .................................................... 173
Coolant (Engine) .............................. 721, 723
Adding the Coolant ........................ 721, 724
Overheating ............................................ 791
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 502
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 677
Cup Holders .............................................. 235
Customer Service Information ................ 827
Customize Display .................... 136, 151, 170
Customized Features ....................... 382, 390
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 209
Dead Battery ............................................ 786
Defaulting All the Settings .............. 389, 413
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 251
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 818
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 206
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 220
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 713 Directional Signals (Turn Signal)
............. 205
Display Setup .................................... 266, 308
Door Mirrors ............................................. 221
Doors ......................................................... 176
Auto Door Locking .................................. 191
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 191
Door Open Message .................................. 47
Keys ........................................................ 176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside..................................................... 188
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 179
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 739
Drive Mode Switch ........................... 525, 529
Driver Attention Monitor ................ 131, 161
Driver Information Interface ... 125, 148, 154
Switching the Display ...................... 125, 155
Driver's Knee Airbag .................................. 65
Driving ....................................................... 485
Braking .................................................... 657
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 502
Shifting Gear ........................................... 509
Shifting Position .............................. 503, 505
Starting the Engine .................................. 493
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 750
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 15
ECON Button ............................................. 513
Elapsed Time ..................................... 130, 160 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator.......................................... 104, 798
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 535
Emergency ................................................ 808
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 785
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 810
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 820
Engine
Coolant ........................................... 721, 723
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 786
Oil ........................................................... 711
Starting ................................................... 493
Engine Coolant ................................. 721, 723
Adding the Coolant......................... 721, 724
Overheating ............................................ 791
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Engine Oil ................................................. 711
Adding .................................................... 716
Checking................................................. 713
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 696
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............. 795
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 711
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............ 795
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 202
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 92
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 753
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 221
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