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uuClimate Control System uSynchronized Mode
Controls
Synchronized Mode
You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver side and the passenger
side in synchronized mode.
1. Press the SYNC button.
u The system will switch to synchronized mode.
2. Adjust the temperature using driver ’s side temperature control dial.
Press the SYNC button to return to dual mode.
1Synchronized Mode
When you press the button, the system changes
to synchronized mode.
When the system is in dua l mode, the driver side
temperature and the passenger side temperature can
be set separately.
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uuClimate Control System uAutomatic Climate Control Sensors
Controls
Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.Sensor
Sensor
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possibl e to start the vehicle
in
(N, it is safer to start it in (P.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(N. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
u The clutch pedal must be fully depressed
to start the engine.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell
exhaust gas inside the vehi cle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.
2 Immobilizer System P. 106
Brake Pedal
Automatic transmission models
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Manual transmission models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 248
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 249Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 250
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 251
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 256Opening the Hood ........................... 258
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 259
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 261
Oil Check ......................................... 262
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 264
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 265Engine Coolant ................................ 268
Transmission Fluid ............................ 270
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 272
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 273
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 274
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 284
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 286
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 287Tire Labeling .................................... 287DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 289
Wear Indicators ............................... 291
Tire Service Life ................................ 291
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 292
Tire Rotation .................................... 293
Winter Tires ..................................... 294
Battery ............................................... 295
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 296
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 297Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 298
Exterior Care.................................... 300
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Continued
Maintenance
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle m eet all U.S. Federal Safety
Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction,
and temperature performance according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Quality grades can be found where applicable on th e tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual co nditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practi ces and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
■Uniform Tire Quality Grading
■Treadwear
1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
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Maintenance
Climate Control System Maintenance
Dust and Pollen Filter
The climate control system is equipped with a dust and pollen filter that collects
pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance MinderTM messages will let
you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust an d pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1 Dust and Pollen Filter
If the airflow from the climate control system
deteriorates noticeably, and the windows fog up
easily, the filter may need to be replaced. Please
contact a dealer for replacement.
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Index
343
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 239
Accessories and Modifications ................ 246
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 134
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 268
Engine Oil ............................................... 261
Washer ................................................... 273
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 261
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 130
Front Seats.............................................. 123
Head Restraints ....................................... 126
Mirrors.................................................... 121
Rear Seat ................................................ 129
Steering Wheel ....................................... 120
Temperature ............................................. 81
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 136
Changing the Mode................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 137
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 297
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 136
Sensors ................................................... 139
Synchronized Mode ................................ 138
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 136
Air Pressure .............................. 287, 331, 333
Airbags ....................................................... 33
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39
After a Collision ........................................ 36 Airbag Care ............................................... 47
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 36
Indicator ........................................ 44, 67, 71
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 45
Sensors ...................................................... 33
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 42
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 40
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 151
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 239
Indicator .................................................... 67
Armrest ..................................................... 130
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 149
Audio System ............................................ 142
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 150
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 143
Error Messages ........................................ 170
General Information ................................ 173
iPhone ..................................................... 176
iPod ......................................................... 158
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 163
Pandora ®................................................. 161
Reactivating ............................................. 144
Recommended CDs ................................. 174
Recommended Devices ............................ 176
Security Code .......................................... 144
Theft Protection ....................................... 144
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 143
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 176 Audio/Information Screen
....................... 146
Authorized Manuals ................................ 341
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 101
Customize ................................................. 86
Automatic Lighting .................................. 115
Automatic Transmission ........................... 221
Creeping ................................................. 221
Fluid ........................................................ 270
Kickdown ................................................ 221
Operating the Shift Lever................... 15, 223
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 317
Shifting ................................................... 222
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 143
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 81
Average Speed ........................................... 82
B
Battery...................................................... 295
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 320
Jump Starting .......................................... 314
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 295
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 296
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26
Beverage Holders ..................................... 133
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 166
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 179
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59
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Index
Brake System............................................. 237
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 239
Brake Assist System ................................. 240
Fluid ........................................................ 272
Foot Brake ............................................... 238
Indicator ............................................ 64, 322
Parking Brake .......................................... 237
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 119
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 274
Back-Up Light Bulbs ................................. 282
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal
Light and Rear Side Ma rker Light Bulbs .. 280
Fog Lights ................................................ 276
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 278
Headlights ............................................... 274
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 283
Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs ............... 279
Rear License Plate Light............................ 283
Bulb Specifications ............................ 330, 332
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 60
Carrying Cargo .................................. 211, 213
CD Player ........................................... 153, 155
Certification Label .................................... 334
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 274
Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 320
Child Safety ................................................. 48
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100 Child Seat
.................................................... 48
Booster Seats ............................................ 59
Child Seat for Infants................................. 50
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 51
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 55
Larger Children ......................................... 58
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 50
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Using a Tether ........................................... 57
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 300
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 298
Client Service Information ....................... 342
Climate Control System ............................ 136
Changing the Mode ................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 137
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 297
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 136
Sensors ................................................... 139
Synchronized Mode................................. 138
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 136
Clock ............................................................ 92
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 272
Coat Hook ................................................. 134
Compact Spare Tire .................. 305, 331, 333
Console Compartment ............................. 132
Controls ....................................................... 91
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 268
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 269 Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 268
Overheating ............................................ 318
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 221
Cruise Control .......................................... 229
Indicator ................................................... 72
Cup Holders .............................................. 133
Customized Features ................................. 83
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 117
Dead Battery ............................................ 314
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 137
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 335
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 114
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 121
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 262
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 114
Door Mirrors ............................................. 122
Doors .......................................................... 93
Auto Door Locking.................................. 101
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 101
Door Open Indicator ........................... 25, 69
Keys.......................................................... 93
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ...................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................... 95
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
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Index
Keyless Access System................................ 96
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 98
Keys ............................................................. 93
Lockout Prevention ................................... 98
Number Tag.............................................. 94
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 100
Remote Transmitter .................................. 95
Types and Functions.................................. 93
Won’t Turn ............................................... 19
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 221
L
Language (HFL)........................................ 180
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 53
Lights ................................................ 114, 274
Automatic............................................... 115
Bulb Replacement ................................... 274
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 117
Fog Lights ............................................... 117
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 70
Interior.................................................... 131
Light Switches......................................... 114
Lights On Indicator.................................... 70
Turn Signals ............................................ 114
Limitations for Manual Operation .......... 180
Load Limits ............................................... 213
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 93
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 101
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 100
From Inside ............................................... 99 From Outside ............................................. 95
Keys .......................................................... 93
Using a Key ............................................... 98
Lockout Prevention System ........................ 98
Low Battery Charge .................................. 320
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 67
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................... 94
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 320
Lower Anchors ............................................ 53
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 330, 332
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 213M
Maintenance............................................. 247
Battery .................................................... 295
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 272
Cleaning .................................................. 298
Climate Control System ........................... 297
Coolant ................................................... 268
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 251
Oil ........................................................... 262
Precautions .............................................. 248
Radiator .................................................. 269
Remote Transmitter ................................. 296
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 274
Safety ...................................................... 249
Service Items ........................................... 254
Tires ........................................................ 286
Transmission Fluid ................................... 270 Under the Hood ...................................... 256
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 65, 321
Manual Transmission ............................... 226
Map Lights ................................................ 131
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 213
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 78
Mirrors ...................................................... 121
Adjusting ................................................ 121
Door ....................................................... 122
Exterior ................................................... 122
Interior Rearview ..................................... 121
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 246
Moonroof ................................................. 111
MP3 ................................................... 155, 163
Multi-Information Display ......................... 79
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 242
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 334
O
Odometer................................................... 80
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 261
Adding .................................................... 264
Checking................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 252
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 320
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 261
Viscosity .................................................. 261
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