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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 760
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 761
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 768
Handling of the Jack ......................... 780
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 781
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak .. 783
Emergency Engine Start ................... 784
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 785
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 786
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 790Overheating
...................................... 791
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears ......................................... 795
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ............................................. 796
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 796
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 797
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 799
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 798
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 800
Fuses .................................................. 801
Emergency Towing ........................... 808
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 809
If You Cannot Open the Hatch ........ 810
Refueling ........................................... 811
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 777
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.
AIR Side
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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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uuEngine Does Not Start uChecking the Engine
Handling the Unexpected
Starter conditionChecklist
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn't start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 493
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 195
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2Fuel Gauge P. 119
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 806
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 808
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uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Start
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Start
If the engine does not start using the normal engine starting procedure, you may be
able to start it using the emergency start procedure below.
Do not use this procedure if it is not an emergency.
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the tra nsmission is in
(P, then set the power mode to ACCESSORY.
3. Firmly depress the brake pedal, then press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP
button for at least 15 seconds.
This should be considered a system malfunction even if you are able to start the
engine using the above procedure.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
Continuously variable transmission models
1Emergency Engine Start
Refer to the following if you cannot move the shift
lever out of the
( P position.
2 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 790
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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
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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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