Page 38 of 719
37
Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P599)
Under the Hood (P611)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the driver's side lower corner
of the dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P623)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P627)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield or become noisy.
Tires (P631)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install snow tires for winter
driving.
Page 93 of 719

92
Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
■Have the exhaust system in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is m aking an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailgat e open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous conditio n. If you must drive with the tailgate
open, open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediat ely after starting the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
Page 118 of 719

117
uuGauges and Driver Information Interface uDriver Information Interface
Continued
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface
The driver information interface shows information such as the estimated travelable
distance and fuel economy of the vehicle. It also displays messages such as warnings
and other helpful information.
When a warning message displays, please check the message and contact a dealer
to have the vehicle inspected if necessary. Please refer to the pages below if the
Engine oil pressure low, Engine temperature too hot or Limited stopping
power! message is displayed.
2If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears P. 676
2 Overheating P. 674
2 If the Limited stopping power Warning Appears P. 677
Press the (home) button, then roll the left selector wheel to scroll to the content
you want to see. Press the left sele ctor wheel to see detailed information.
■Switching the Display1Switching the Display
You can add or delete the meter contents.
2 Gauge Display Settings P. 134
Page 459 of 719

uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
458
Driving
If the power system is not turned on, exterior
lights will not flash.
u Go within the rang e, and try again.
The power system is on for up to 10 minutes without you starting the vehicle.
To extend the time for another 10 minute s during the first 10 minutes, press the
button, then press and hold the button.
u Some exterior lights flash six times if a 10-minute extension request was
transmitted successfully.1Remote Engine Start
The power system may not be turned on by the
remote engine start if:
•You have disabled a remo te engine start setting.
2 Settings* P. 135
2 Customized Features P. 376
•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF.•The transmission is in a position other than (P.
•The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to turn the
power system on.
•Another registered keyless remote is in the vehicle.•There is any antenna failure.
•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The telematics unit* malfunctions.
•The security system alarm is not set.•The 12-volt battery charge is too low.
* Not available on all models
Page 460 of 719

Continued459
uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
Driving
■To turn the power system off
Press and hold the button for one
second.
If the power system is turned off successfully,
the exterior lights flash once.
When the remote is out of the keyless access
system range, the exteri or lights will not flash.
The power system will not be turned off. u Go within the range, and try again.1Remote Engine Start
The power system may be turned off while it is on if:
•You do not start the vehicl e within 10 minutes of
turning the power system on with the keyless
remote.
•The power system is turned off by using the keyless
remote.
•The security system alarm is not set.•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The hood is open, or any door, or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•You press the shift lever release button.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The 12-volt battery is low.•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The malfunction indicator la mp comes on if there is
a problem with the emissions control systems.
While the power system is on, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger, heated door mirrors, seat
heaters and heated steering wheel* are activated.
2 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button P. 199
2 Heated Steering Wheel
* P. 229
2 Front Seat Heaters P. 230
* Not available on all models
Page 599 of 719

598
Driving
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions is dependent on several
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accord ance with the messages displayed on the
driver information interface.
• Use engine oil with the viscosity recommended.
2 Recommended Engine Oil P. 613
•Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicl e with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
https://www.nrcan.gc.ca and search for “fuel
consumption testing” in the search field at the top of
the page.
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 Liters of
fuel Kilometers
driven L per 100 km
Page 600 of 719

599
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 600
Safety When Performing Maintenance ....601Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 602
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 603
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 611
Opening the Hood ........................... 612
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 613
Oil Check ......................................... 614
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 615
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...616
Cooling System ................................ 618
Transmission Fluid ............................ 620
Brake Fluid ....................................... 621
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 622
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 623
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 627
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 631
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 632
Tire Labeling .................................... 632
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 634Wear Indicators................................ 636 Tire Service Life ................................ 636
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 637
Tire Rotation .................................... 638
Winter Tires ..................................... 639
12-Volt Battery ................................. 640
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 642
Climate Control System Maintenance .... 643Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 644
Exterior Care.................................... 646
Accessories and Modifications .......... 649
Page 604 of 719
603
Maintenance
Maintenance MinderTM
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages
appear on the driver information interfac e every time you set the power mode to
ON. The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring your
vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.