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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood4-cylinder models
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reservoir Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle)
Clutch Fluid
(Light Gray Cap)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Maintenance
6-cylinder models
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reservoir
Radiator Cap Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery

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uu Maintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil CheckWe recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you check the
oil.
1.Remove the dipstick (orange handle).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly
add oil being careful not to overfill.
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.
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Upper Mark
Lower Mark
Upper Mark
Lower Mark

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick.
1Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spilled oil may
damage the engine compartment components.NOTICEDo not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Engine Oil Fill Cap

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
506Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil gasket.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)8.Pour the recommended engine oil into the engine.uEngine oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
Oil Filter
Oil Filter
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588Index
Customer Service Information................. 582
Customized Features .......................... 97, 299DDaytime Running Lights ........................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................. 554
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................. 168, 170
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 575
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 136
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 146
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 502
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 136
Display Button .......................... 181, 207, 239
Door Mirrors ............................................. 147
Doors ......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 119
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 119
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 31, 74
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 115
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 528
Driving ....................................................... 417
ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) ................ 450
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 434 Braking ................................................... 473
Cruise Control ......................................... 447
Shifting Gear ................................... 441, 443
Shifting Position .............................. 435, 437
Starting the Engine.......................... 427, 429
Driving Position Memory System ............ 143
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 537
EEco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 446
Elapsed Time ............................................... 95
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 74, 562
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 465
Emergency ................................................ 567
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 577
Engine ....................................................... 574
Coolant ................................................... 507
Jump Starting .......................................... 554
Oil ........................................................... 501
Starting ........................................... 427, 429
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 131
Engine Coolant ......................................... 507
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 508
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 507
Overheating ............................................ 558
Temperature Gauge .................................. 89 Engine Oil
................................................. 501
Adding ................................................... 504
Checking ................................................ 502
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 489, 493
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 560
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 501
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 74, 562
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 147
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 540
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 147
FFeatures.................................................... 173
Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 537
Oil .......................................................... 505
Flat Tire ..................................................... 545
Floor Mats ................................................ 539
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 510
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 511
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .................................................... 509
Engine Coolant ....................................... 507
Manual Transmission .............................. 509
Windshield Washer ................................. 512