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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire P. 517
2.Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take
the jack and wheel nut wrench, and jack
handle bar out of the tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
4. Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1 Changing a Flat Tire
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Spare Tire
Tool Case
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 538
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 158
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 502●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 553
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 362
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 152
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 113
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 557
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 558
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 540
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioned.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change to
(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. 362
Models with electronic gear selector
1If the Transmission System In dicator 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. 558
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
*1:2WD models
*2:AWD models
*3:Have a dealer replace the fuse.
Circuit ProtectedAmps
A−−
B− −
CMeter*27.5 A
D Back Up*210 A
EStop*27.5 A
F Parking Lights*215 A
GAudio ACC*27.5 A
Rear Seat Heater*, *1, *2, *3(15 A)
AABS/VSA*27.5 A
BMICU*27.5 A
C−−
D− −
ESTRLD*27.5 A
F Audio*220 A
GACM*27.5 A
Heated Steering Wheel
*, *1, *2, *3(10 A)
Located inside the driver’s side outer panel.
When you remove the outer panel, use the
following procedure.
1. Grasp the bottom edge of the outer
panel.
2. Pull the panel towards you, then remove
it.
Fuse locations are shown on the outer
panel.
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Type B
Outer Panel
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
*1:AWD models
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1P-AWS L(40 A)
2−−
3−−
4ACC Radar(10 A)
5Idle Stop*1(30 A)
6P-AWS R(40 A)
7FR DE-ICE*(15 A)
8Idle Stop*1(30 A)
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way you can safely 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.
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.
All models
2WD models
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure:
1.Open the trunk and remove the cover.
2. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Index
SH-AWD® (Super Handling-All Wheel
DriveTM) .................................................... 423
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution Monitor .. 119
Shift Button......................................... 18, 371
Shift Lever ........................................... 20, 378
Shift Lever Position Indicator ................... 379
Shifting (Transmission) ......... 18, 20, 371, 378
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 38
Side Airbags ................................................ 50
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 52
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 233
Snow Tires ................................................. 501
Spare Tire (Optional) ........................ 530, 565
Spark Plugs ................................................ 564
Specifications ............................................ 564
Specified Fuel .................................... 459, 564
SPORT (Sport mode) Indicator ................... 85
Sport Mode ............................................... 387
Sport+ Mode ............................................. 387
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 386
Starting the Engine .................................. 362
Does Not Start ......................................... 537
Engine Switch Buzzer............................... 160
Jump Starting .......................................... 540
Remote Engine Start ................................ 365
Steering Wheel ......................................... 176
Adjusting ................................................. 176
Stopping .................................................... 445
Summer Tires ............................................ 501 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® ).............................................. 423
Indicator.................................................... 88
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Surround View Camera System ............... 458
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 158
System Message Indicator .......................... 81
T
Temperature Gauge................................. 113
Temperature Sensor ................................. 212
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 518
Text Message .................................... 346, 348
Time (Setting) ........................................... 132
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 424
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 424
Indicator............................................ 81, 551
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 424
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 517
Tires ........................................................... 493
Air Pressure ..................................... 494, 565
Chains..................................................... 501
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 493
Flat Tire (Puncture) .......................... 517, 530
Inspection ............................................... 493
Labeling .................................................. 494
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 517, 530
Regulations ............................................. 496 Rotation.................................................. 500
Spare (Optional) .............................. 530, 565
Summer .................................................. 501
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 518
Wear Indicators....................................... 498
Winter .................................................... 501
Tools ......................................................... 516
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 361
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 361
Emergency .............................................. 558
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
with Tire Fill Assist ................................. 424
Indicator ........................................... 81, 551
Tire Fill Assist .......................................... 424
Transmission ......................... 18, 20, 371, 378
Automatic................................. 18, 370, 371
Dual Clutch............................... 20, 370, 378
Fluid ....................................................... 484
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 75, 372
Number .................................................. 566
Sequential Mode..................................... 376
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 380
Shift Lever Position Indicator ................... 379
TRIP Button .............................................. 116
Trip Meter ................................................ 117
Troubleshooting ...................................... 515
Blown Fuse ..................... 553, 554, 555, 556
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 26
Emergency Towing ................................. 558
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 537
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