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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 battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type B
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
−(50 A)
ABS/VSA MTR40 A
F/B MAIN 250 A
F/B MAIN60 A
ABS VSA FSR40 A
WIPER30 A
IDLE STOP30 A
IDLE STOP30 A
2−−
3−−
44WD*(30 A)
5IG MAIN 220 A
6 IG MAIN 30 A
7−−
8 DR P/SEAT 3 30 A
9EBB40 A
10 TRL SMALL*(7.5 A)
*1:Models without seat ventilator
*2:Models with seat ventilator
11PTG CLOSER MTR20 A
12 RR ACC SOCKET (20 A)
13DR P/SEAT 130 A
14 AS P/SEAT 2 30 A
15AS P/SEAT 130 A
16 RR DEF 40 A
17AMP30 A*1
40 A*2
18 SUNSHADE 20 A
19DR P/SEAT 230 A
20 AS P/SEAT 3 30 A
21SBW10 A
22 TRL HAZARD*(7.5 A)
23BMS10 A
24 PTG MTR 40 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Located near the + terminal on the battery.
Remove the cover on the + terminal (as
shown).
Replacement of this fuse should be done by
a dealer.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type C
Positive Battery
Terminal Cover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
aMAIN150 A
b−70 A
cR/B 170 A
dR/B 270 A
eEPS70 A
fFET60 A
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Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Box Type A
Fuse Label
Fuse Box
AB
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1BACK-UP LIGHT10 A
2STARTER MOTOR10 A
3OPTION10 A
4−−
5−−
6−(10 A)
7−−
8−−
9IG1 R/B15 A
10 DR REAR DOOR LOCK 10 A
11DR DOOR LOCK10 A
12 AS SIDE DOOR LOCK 10 A
13AS SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
14 DR DOOR UNLOCK 10 A
15OPTION 210 A
16 SMART 10 A
17SUNROOF20 A
18
HEATED STRG WHEEL*(10 A)
19REAR LEFT P/W20 A
20 SRS 10 A
21FUEL PUMP20 A
22 FRONT ACC SOCKET 20 A
23LEFT H/L HI10 A
24 RIGHT H/L HI 10 A
25DRIVER P/W20 A
26 DR REAR DOOR UNLOCK 10 A
27ACCESSORY10 A
28 PASS SRS IND 10 A
29PDM10 A
30 ADS*(15 A)
31REAR RIGHT P/W20 A
32 − −
33TRANSMISSION10 A
34 ACG 10 A
35DRL10 A
36 A/C 10 A
37AUDIO15 A
38 DOOR LOCK 20 A
39AS P/W20 A
AREAR SEAT HEATER*20 A
B−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Box Type B
Fuse Label
Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
AMETER10 A
BVSA10 A
COPTION10 A
DBCM10 A
EAUDIO20 A
FBACKUP10 A
GACCESSORY(10 A)
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Located inside the driver’s side outer panel.
Replacement of this fuse should be done by
a dealer.
■Interior Fuse Box Type C
Fuse Box C
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2−−
3A/C MG CL10 A
4−−
5FR H/SEAT20 A
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.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. 678
Replace a fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the cover of the
engine compartment fuse box type A.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flatbed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flatbed equipment.
2 Parking Brake P. 545
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
2WD models
All models
2WD models
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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 the tabs to open the cover on the left
side of cargo area.
3. Pull the release cord toward you.
u The release cord unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■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.
Tab
Tab
Release Cord
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If You Cannot Open the Tailgate
If you cannot open the tailgate, use the following procedure.1.Use a flat-tip screwdriver and remove the
cover on the back of the tailgate.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. To open the tailgate, push the tailgate
while sliding the lever to the right.
■What to Do If Unable to Open the Tailgate1What to Do If Unable to Open the Tailgate
Following up:
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
When you open the tailgate from inside, make sure
there is enough space around the tailgate, and it
does not hit anyone or any object.
Cover
Lever
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Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.1.Turn off the engine.
2. Open the fuel fill door.
2 How to Refuel P. 576
3.Take the funnel out of tool box in the cargo
area.
2 Types of Tools P. 640
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flames away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.Funnel
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