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If the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
• 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
ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.
■What to do when the message appears:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
u If not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3. Drive for several days of normal driving.
u The message should go off.
■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on:
Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures
described above.
■Tighten Fuel Fill Cap Message
1 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICEIf you drive with the malfunction 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.
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uu Indicator, Coming On/Blinking u If the Brake System Indicator Comes On
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If the Brake System Indicator 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 indicator 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 action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idlin g, 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.
1If the Brake System Indicator Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired 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 brake distribution system is
not working. This can result in vehicle instability
under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
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If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or
the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving a few miles (kilometers).
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICEDriving on an extremely un derinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheat ed tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Located under the dashboard.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box1Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and
box cover number.
■Driver Side Fuse Box1Driver Side Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side
panel.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
label number.
Fuse Label
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Located on the lower side panel. Take off the
cover to open.
■Passenger Side Fuse Box1Passenger Side Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
box cover number.
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Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
The current rating in brackets indicate that
you may find a fuse in the location even if
your particular model is not equipped with
the device the fuse is used for.
■Engine Compartment
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Battery100 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box40 A
2
EPS70 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box (40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR30 A
Power Tailgate Motor *40 A
ABS/VSA Motor30 A
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3
IG50 A
Power Tailgate Motor *(40 A)
Passenger’s Side Light Main30 A
Driver’s Side Fuse Box(60 A)
Driver’s Side Light Main30 A
Main Fan Motor30 A
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Wiper Motor30 A
4 Rear Defogger 40 A
5Sub Fan Motor20 A
6 − −
7−−
8Heater Motor 40 A
9Hazard 15 A
10 Horn 10 A
11−−
12 Stop 15 A
13IG Coil15 A
14 FI Sub 15 A
15Backup10 A
16 Interior Lights 7.5 A
17FI Main15 A
18 DBW 15 A
19−−
20 MG Clutch 7.5 A
21Engine Oil Level7.5 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps■Driver Side
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2Seat Memory(7.5 A)
3Washer15 A
4Wiper10 A
5Meter7.5 A
6ABS/VSA7.5 A
7ACG15 A
8STS(7.5 A)
9Fuel Pump20 A
10VB SOL(10 A)
11SRS10 A
12ODS7.5 A
13IG1(7.5 A)
14−−
15Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
16A/C7.5 A
17Accessory, Key, Lock7.5 A
18Accessory7.5 A
19Driver’s Power Seat Sliding(20 A)
20Moonroof(20 A)
21Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining(20 A)
22Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window20 A
* Not available on all models
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23Front Accessory Power
Socket20 A
24Driver’s Power Window20 A
25Driver’s Side Door Lock15 A
26Left Front Fog Light(10 A)
27Left Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
28Left Headlight High Beam10 A
29TPMS10 A
30Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
31−−
32 Engine Oil Level *(7.5 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps■Passenger Side
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Right Headlight High Beam10 A
2Right Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
3Right Front Fog Light(10 A)
4Right Headlight Low Beam15 A
5−−
6Interior Lights7.5 A
7−−
8Passenger’s Side Power Seat
Reclining20 A
9Passenger’s Side Power Seat Sliding20 A
10Right Side Door Lock10 A
11Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window20 A
12Console Accessory Power
Socket20 A
13Front Passenger’s Power Window20 A
14−−
15Premium AMP(20 A)
16Rear Accessory Power Socket(20 A)
17−−
18−−
19Seat Heater20 A
20−−
21−−
22−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remov
e the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u I
f the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove 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 burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller an d replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system. If you do not have a replacement
fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one
with a lower rating.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 305 and P. 306.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box.
Fuse Blown Fuse
Combined Fuse
Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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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 pivoting arms that go under the fr ont tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICETrying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICEImproper 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.Open the tailgate and remove the lid.
2 Side Storage Compartment P. 133
2. Remove the cover, turn it by using a flat-tip
screwdriver or coin, then pry it out.
3. 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, contact a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
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