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637
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 638
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 639
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 647
Handling of the Jack ......................... 661
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 662
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ... 663Emergency Engine Start ................... 664
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 665
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 666
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 668 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ....670
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On .. 671
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 671
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 672
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 673
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 674
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 675
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 676
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 677
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 683
Emergency Towing ........................... 685
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ... 686
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 687
Refueling Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 688
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639Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Models with a compact spare tire
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle (if
equipped). If a different agent is used, you may
permanently damage the tire pressure sensor.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
640
Handling the Unexpected
1. Push the rear edge of the handle on the
floor lid and open the lid.
2. Turn the knobs counter-clockwise to
remove the tool case cover.
3. Unstrap the jack and take out of the tool
case. Remove the wheel nut wrench and
jack handle bar from the tool case cover.
4. Remove the square-shaped cover on the
cargo area lining.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1 Changing a Flat Tire
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
NOTICE
The wheel nut wrench supplied with your vehicle is
specially adapted to fit th e holder shaft. Do not use
any other tool.
Handle
Tool Case Cover
Knob
Cover
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
9. Place a wheel block or rock in front and
rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
10. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side
up) under the vehicle body, near the tire
that needs to be replaced.
11. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face up under the hoist.
3. Insert the hoist bracke t into the center hole
of the flat tire.
4. Slowly turn the wheel nut wrench clockwise
to take up the hoist cable slack. Make sure
the bracket is seated in the center hole of
the flat tire.
5. Turn the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar clockwise until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle and
you hear the hoist click.
6. Securely store the jack and wheel nut
wrench and jack handle bar back in the tool
case.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the jack and tools securely before
driving.
Center Cap
Wheel Nut Wrench
Jack Handle Bar
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and n on-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Models with temporary tire repair kit
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4.8 mm).
•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4.8 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4.8 mm)No
Contact
Area
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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button about for two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
The gear position automatically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the ENGINE START/STOP button while
driving unless it is absolute ly necessary for the engine
to be turned off.
If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button while
driving, the beeper sounds.
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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Replacement of fuses No.1-5 should be
done by a dealer.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Battery225 A
2
Idle Stop 130 A
Idle Stop 230 A
EPS80 A
Power Module 170 A
Fuse Box Main 160 A
Fuse Box Option 160 A
Rear Blower30 A
3
Active Control Mount30 A
Starter Motor30 A
Radiator Fan30 A
Heater Motor40 A
Power Module ACC40 A
Rear Defogger40 A
Fuse Box Option 260 A
4
AC Power Outlet*(30 A)
Brake Booster40 A
Rear Fuse Box Main 260 A
VSA F/S RLY40 A
Rear Fuse Box Main 160 A
−60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
5
Power Module 230 A
VSA Pump Motor40 A
IG Main 230 A
Relay Module 230 A
Relay Module 130 A
−30 A
IG Main 130 A
6 Conditioner Fan 30 A
7Wiper30 A
8− −
9FI Main15 A
10 − −
11Injector20 A
12 − −
13Trailer E-Brake*(20 A)
14 Horn 15 A
15−−
16 FI-ECU 10 A
17−−
18 DBW 15 A
19Audio15 A
20Back Up7.5 A
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the main fuse in the engine
compartment fuse box.
u Look the fuse through the hole.
u If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a
dealer.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label. 2 Fuse Locations P. 677
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Main Fuse
Hole
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Handling the Unexpected
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the tailgate.
2. Push on the tabs, then remove the cover.
3. Pull the release cord as shown.
u The release cord unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
4. Open the fuel fill door.
2 How to Refuel P. 582
■What to Do If Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do If Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Tab
Release Cord
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