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uu Battery u Charging the Battery
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Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.1Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 280
Types of Tools .................................. 280
If a Tire Goes Flat .............................. 281
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 281
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 287
Jump Starting ..........
.......................... 288
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 291
Overheating ...................................... 292
How to Handle Overheating ............. 292 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On.................................................. 294
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 294
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 295
If the Brake System Indicator Comes On .. 296
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................ 296
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 297 Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 298
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse........................................... . 300
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 302
Emergency Towing ........................... 303
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 304
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 305
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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 brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Checking the Battery P. 270●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 302
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. 193
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 99
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 75
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 302
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 303
1 Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 288
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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 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.
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.
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When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.O pen the trunk and pull off the left
inside cover.
2. Pull the release lever towards you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled, and locks when
returned to its original position.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
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Specified Fuel........................... 217 , 308, 310
Speedometer.............................................. 75
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 36
Starting the Engine .................................. 193
Does Not Start ........................................ 287
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 105
Jump Starting ......................................... 288
Steering Wheel ........................................ 114
Adjusting ................................................ 114
Stopping ................................................... 216
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 132
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 36
Switches (Around the Steering 
Wheel) ............................................ 2, 3, 105
SYNC Mode .............................................. 136
System Message Indicator ......................... 69
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Tachometer................................................ 75
Temperature .............................................. 78
Gauge ........................................................ 8
Outside Temperature Display .................... 78
Temperature Sensor ................................ 137
Tie-down Anchor ..................................... 131
Time (Setting) ............................................. 88
Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
(TPMS) ..................................................... 208
Indicator ........................................... 68, 297
Tires .......................................................... 261
Air Pressure............................. 262, 309, 311 Checking and Maintaining .......................
261
Inspection ................................................ 261
Labeling .................................................. 262
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 281
Regulations ............................................. 264
Rotation .................................................. 268
Spare Tire ................................ 281, 309, 311
Tire Chains .............................................. 269
Wear Indicators ....................................... 266
Winter ..................................................... 269
Tools ................
.......................................... 280
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 189
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 190
Load Limits .............................................. 189
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 192
Emergency .............................................. 303
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring 
System) .................................................... 208
Indicator ............................................ 68, 297
Transmission ..................................... 197 , 201
Automatic ............................................... 197
Fluid ................................................ 244, 245
Manual .................................................... 201
Number ................................................... 312
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 199
Shift Position Indicator ....................... 13 , 198
Trip Meter .......
............................................ 77
Trip/Reset Switch ........................................ 77
Troubleshooting .......................................
279
Blown Fuse .............................................. 298
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 17Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 18
Emergency Towing ..................................
303
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 287
Noise When Braking .................................. 18
Overheating ............................................ 292
Premium Gasoline ................... 217, 308, 310
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 281
Rear Door Won’t Open........................ 17, 95
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 291
Warning Indicators .................................... 64
Trunk ........................................................... 96
Lid............................................................. 96
Light Bulb........................................ 308, 310
Main Switch .............................................. 98
Unable to Open....................................... 305
Turn Signals .......
....................................... 106
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 69
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Unlocking the Doors.................................. 91
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the 
Inside ......................................................... 10
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 140, 141
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 166
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Valet Key..................................................... 90
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 312
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