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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indica tor Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on if there is a problem wi th the engine emissions control
system.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indica tor comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on if there is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Avoid using the parking brake and immediately get your vehicle
inspected at a dealer.
■What to do when the electric parking brake indicator comes on
or blinks at the same time
Release the parking brake.
2 Parking Brake P. 401
•If the electric parking brake indicator remains on or blinks even after
releasing the parking brake, immedi ately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and call a dealer.
u To Prevent your vehicle from moving , change the gear position to
(P.
• If only the electric parking brake indicator goes off, immediately get
your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
1If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On
If you apply parking brak e, it may not release.
If the electric parking bra ke indicator also turns on,
the parking brake is still applied.
When the electric parking br ake indicator blinks at
the same time as the electric parking brake system
indicator, the system must be checked. The parking
brake may not operate under these conditions.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 324
*1: Models with navigation system
*2: Models without navigation system
Models with electronic gear selector
1If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 522
*1
*1
*2
*2
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Handling the Unexpected
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.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
Sub Fuse Box*360 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
ABS/VSA FSR20 A
Main Fan*2, *330 A
Main Fuse125 A
2
IG Main30 A
F/B Main60 A
F/B Main 260 A
Headlight Main30 A
IG Main 230 A
Starter Cut 140 A
Injector*2, *320 ASub Fan*1
Rear Defroster40 A
Main Fan*130 ASub Fan*2, *3
Wiper30 A
Heater Motor40 A*1:4-cylinder models
*2:6-cylinder models with 2WD
*3:6-cylinder models with AWD
3
Headlight Washer*2, *3(30 A)
Left Electric Parking Brake30 A
Right Electric Parking Brake30 A
SH-AWD*320 A
4− −
5−−
6− −
7−−
8 STRLD*1, *27.5 A
9Interior Lights*1, *25 A
10 Headlight Low/High Main 20 A
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Front Fog Lights*(7.5 A)
13Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
14 Hazard 15 A
15IGP215 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop*1, *210 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
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 large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out 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.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 517 to 520.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box located near the brake fluid reservoir.
Combined Fuse
Blown
Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “Readiness Codes,” as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some States use these codes as a test to see if your vehicle's emissions components
are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testing is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mode to ON, without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks fi ve times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle te sted before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retest ing by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engi ne off for six hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the ac celerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
(P.
Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there until the temperature
gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again only after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery)........................... 471, 472
Charging System Indicator ................ 74, 512
Jump Starting ......................................... 505
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 471
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 192
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 394
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 248
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 280
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 65
Brake System ............................................ 401
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 407
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 405
Brake Assist System................................. 408
Fluid ....................................................... 452
Foot Brake .............................................. 404
Parking Brake.......................................... 401
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 73
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 70, 513
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 172
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 394
Bulb Replacement .................................... 453
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 458
Brake/Taillights........................................ 457
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 457
Fog Lights ............................................... 453 Front Side Marker/Parking Lights ............. 453
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 454
Headlights ............................................... 453
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 459
Puddle Lights ........................................... 459
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 459
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 456
Side Turn Signal/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 453
Bulb Specifications ........................... 528, 530
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 336
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 66
Carrying Cargo .................................. 319, 321
CD Player ................................................... 235
Center Pocket ........................................... 191
Certification Label .................................... 532
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 453
Charging System Indicator ................. 74, 512
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 150
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................. 65
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Larger Children .......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56 Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 63
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 150
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 478
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 476
Client Service Information ....................... 540
Climate Control System ............................ 199
Changing the Mode ................................ 202
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 206
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 475
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 204
Sensors ................................................... 207
Synchronized Mode................................. 203
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 199
Clock .......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 409
Coat Hooks ............................................... 194
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 409
Compact Spare Tire
(Optional)................................ 495, 529, 531
Compass .................................................... 314
Console Compartment ............................. 190
Controls ..................................................... 137
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 449
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 450
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 449
Overheating ............................................ 510
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 332
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Index
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission)....... 332
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 422
Cruise Control ........................................... 350
Indicator .................................................... 84
Cup Holders ............................................... 192
Customized Features ........................ 126, 259
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 168
Dead Battery ............................................. 505
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 206
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 533
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 165
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 444
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 164
Door Mirrors ............................................. 178
Doors ......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 151
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 151
Door Open Indicator ............................ 31, 81
Door Open Message ................................ 102
Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 13, 148
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 146 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 465
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 46
Driving ...................................................... 317
Automatic Transmission .......................... 332
Braking ................................................... 401
Cruise Control ......................................... 350
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 332
Shifting Gear ................................... 333, 340
Starting the Engine.................................. 324
Driving Position Memory System ............ 174
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 332
Creeping ................................................. 332
Fluid ........................................................ 451
Kickdown ................................................ 332
Operating the Shift Lever................... 20, 341
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 509
Shifting ................................................... 340
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 475
E
ECON (Econ mode) Indicator ..................... 88
Elapsed Time ............................................. 124
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 71
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator............................................ 71, 514
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 80, 514
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 391
Emergency ................................................ 522 Emissions Testing
(Readiness Codes) ...... 535
Engine ....................................................... 532
Coolant .................................................. 449
Jump Starting ......................................... 505
Oil .......................................................... 443
Remote Engine Start ............................... 327
Starting................................................... 324
Engine Coolant ........................................ 449
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 450
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 449
Overheating ............................................ 510
Temperature Gauge ................................ 117
Engine Oil ................................................. 443
Adding ................................................... 446
Checking ................................................ 444
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 436
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 512
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 443
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 161
e-pretensioners .......................................... 34
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 80
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 179
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 478
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 178
F
FCW (Forward Collision Warning) .......... 368
Features .................................................... 209
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Index
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 374
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 383
Language (HFL) ........................................ 281
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 59
LDW (Lane Departure Warning) ............. 374
Lights ................................................ 165, 453
Automatic............................................... 166
Bulb Replacement ................................... 453
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 168
Fog Lights ............................................... 168
High Beam Indicator ................................. 83
Interior.................................................... 187
Light Switches......................................... 165
Lights On Indicator.................................... 83
Turn Signals ............................................ 164
Load Limits ............................................... 321
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 151
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 150
From Inside ............................................. 148
From Outside .......................................... 142
Keys........................................................ 139
Using a Key............................................. 146
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 146
Low Battery Charge ................................. 512
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 141
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 512
Lower Anchors ........................................... 59 Lubricant Specifications Chart
......... 529, 531
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 321
Lumbar Support ........................................ 180
M
Maintenance............................................. 431
Battery .................................................... 471
Brake Fluid .............................................. 452
Cleaning .................................................. 476
Climate Control System ........................... 475
Coolant ................................................... 449
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 435
Oil ........................................................... 444
Precautions .............................................. 432
Radiator .................................................. 450
Remote Transmitter ......................... 473, 474
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 453
Safety ...................................................... 433
Service Items ........................................... 438
Tires ........................................................ 462
Transmission Fluid ................................... 451
Under the Hood .............................. 440, 441
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 74, 513
Map Lights ................................................ 188
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 321
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 117
Mirrors ....................................................... 177
Adjusting ................................................. 177
Door........................................................ 178
Exterior .................................................... 178 Interior Rearview ..................................... 177
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 430
Moonroof ................................................. 160
MP3 ................................................... 235, 245
Multi-Information Display ....................... 118
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 425
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 532
O
Odometer................................................. 123
Oil (Engine) ............................... 443, 529, 531
Adding .................................................... 446
Checking................................................. 444
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 436
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 512
Recommended Engine Oil ....... 443, 529, 531
Viscosity .................................. 443, 529, 531
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 216
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 524
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 442
Moonroof ............................................... 160
Power Windows ...................................... 158
Trunk ...................................................... 152
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 161
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Index
Outside Temperature............................... 123
Adjusting ................................................. 123
Overheating .............................................. 510
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 339
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ...................................................... 343
Pandora® ................................................... 243
Panic Mode ............................................... 157
Parking ...................................................... 417
Parking Brake ............................................ 401
Parking Sensor System .............................. 418
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 52
Passing Indicators ..................................... 165
Power Windows ........................................ 158
Precautions While Driving ........................ 331
Rain ......................................................... 331
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 483
R
Radiator..................................................... 450
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 228
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 232
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 230
Range ........................................................ 124
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 230
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 535Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 173
Rear Seats ................................................. 185
Seat Heaters ............................................ 198
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Refueling .................................................. 426
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 117
Gasoline .................................. 426, 528, 530
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Regulations ............................... 399, 465, 533
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 327
Remote Transmitter ................................. 145
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 473
Replacement Battery ............................................ 473, 474
Bulbs ....................................................... 453
Fuses ............................... 517, 518, 519, 520
Tires ........................................................ 468
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 460
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 534
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 123
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 178
Right Selector Wheel ............... 119, 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 378
On and Off.............................................. 380
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31 Safety Labels
.............................................. 67
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
e-pretensioners ......................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 61
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder ............................................ 33, 78
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 78
Seat Heaters ..................................... 197, 198
Seats .......................................................... 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 180
Front Seats.............................................. 180
Rear Seats ............................................... 185
Seat Heaters ................................... 197, 198
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 197
Security System ........................................ 155
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 83
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 84
Select Button ............................................ 333
Operation ............................................... 334
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 340
Operation ......................................... 20, 341
Releasing ................................................ 509
Won’t Move ........................................... 509
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
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