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uuMaintenance Minder
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356Maintenance
Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service.
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
2. Display the engine oil life by repeatedly
pressing the (Select/Reset) knob.
3. Press and hold the knob for ten seconds
or more.
u The engine oil life indicator and the
maintenance item codes blink.
4. Press the knob for five seconds or more.
u The displayed maintenance items
disappear, and the engine oil life display
returns to 100%.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Resetting the Display
1 Resetting the DisplayNOTICEFailure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance
service results in the system showing incorrect
maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious
mechanical problems.
The dealer will reset th e engine oil life display after
completing the required maintenance service. If
someone other than a dealer performs maintenance
service, reset the engine oil life display yourself.
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Maintenance
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Maintenance items, which should be serviced at the same time that you replace the
engine oil, appear on the i-MID.
You can view them on the Maintenance info screen at any time.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
2. Press the MENU button to go to the Vehicle Menu screen.
3. Select Vehicle Information with the (+
button, then press the SOURCE button.
4. Press the SOURCE button again to go to the Maintenance info screen. The
engine oil life appears on the i-MID.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Displaying the Engine Oil Life and Maintenance ItemsModels with i-MID
1 Displaying the Engine Oil Life and Maintenance Items
Based on the engine operating conditions, the
remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.
There is a list of maintenance main and sub items you
can view on the i-MID.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 359
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%)
Calculated Engine Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91
90
90 to 81
80 80 to 71
70
70 to 61
60 60 to 51
50
50 to 41
40 40 to 31
30
30 to 21
20 20 to 16
15
15 to 11
10 10 to 6
5
5 to 1
0 0
MENU
SOURCE
50
Engine oilAir filters
2345
MENU Button(+ Button
Sub ItemEngine Oil Life
Main Item
SOURCE Button
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Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.■
Maintenance Minder Messages on the i-MIDMaintenance Message
Oil Life Display
Explanation
Information
SERVICE DUE SOON
15 %
The remaining engine oil life is 15 to
6 percent. Once you switch the
display by pressing the (display/
information) button, this message
will go off.
The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and serviced
soon.
SERVICE DUE NOW
5 %
The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Press the button to
switch to another display.
The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be inspected
and serviced as soon as possible.
SERVICE PAST DUE
Negative Distance
The remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over
10 miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Press the
button to switch to another display.
The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
2345
15
Engine oilAir filters
2345
2345
5
Engine oilAir filters
2345
2345
2345-30
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Maintenance
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Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
2345
Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If a message
SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
*2: Models with tire repair kit
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections
#
●Check the expiration date for TRK bottle
*2
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission fluid
*4
4
●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
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360Maintenance
Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
2. Go to the Maintenance info screen.
2Displaying the Engine Oil Life and Maintenance Items P. 357
3.Press the SOURCE button.
u The oil life reset mode is displayed on the i-MID.
4. Select Yes with the
(-
button, then press the SOURCE button.
u The displayed maintenance items disappear, and the engine oil life display
returns to 100%.
u Any maintenance items that are necessary for your vehicle at the next
maintenance service will appear.
To cancel the oil life reset mode, select No, then press the SOURCE button.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Resetting the Display
1 Resetting the DisplayNOTICEFailure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance
service results in the system showing incorrect
maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious
mechanical problems.
The dealer will reset th e engine oil life display after
completing the required maintenance service. If
someone other than a dealer performs maintenance
service, reset the engine oil life display yourself.
SOURCE
5
Engine oilAir filters
2345
Engine
Oil Life
SOURCE
Button
( - Button
Maintenance Item Codes
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil FilterYou must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the
information display
*/i-MID
*.
1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the screws on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil FilterNOTICEYou may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself, appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under Cover
Screw
1.8 ℓ engine
models
1.8 ℓ engine models
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer FluidCheck the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, the washer level
indicator comes on.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the i-MID.
1Refilling Window Washer FluidNOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
Canadian models with information displayCanadian models with i-MID
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire Rotation
Maintenance
Tire RotationRotating tires according to the maintenance messages on the information display
*/
i-MID
* helps to distribute wear more evenly and increase tire life.
■Tires without rotation marks Rotate the tires as shown here.■Tires with rotation marksRotate the tires as shown here.
1Tire Rotation
Tires with directional tread patterns should only be
rotated front to back (not from one side to the other).
Directional tires should be mounted with the rotation
indication mark facing forward, as shown below.
Whenever tires are rotated, you must calibrate the
TPMS.
2 TPMS Calibration P. 333
FRONT
Direction MarkU.S. models
FrontFront
* Not available on all models
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459Index
Display Button.......................................... 198
Display/Information Button ...................... 86
Door Mirrors ............................................. 144
Doors ........................................................ 106
Auto Door Locking.................................. 117
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 117
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 72
Keys........................................................ 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 109
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 113
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 394
Driving ...................................................... 303
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 319
Braking ................................................... 337
Cruise Control ........................................ 326
Shifting Gear .......................................... 322
Shifting Position ...................................... 320
Starting the Engine ......................... 313, 315
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 403EEco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 325
Elapsed Time .............................................. 88
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 73
Indicator ........................................... 73, 437
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 329Emergency
................................................ 442
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 428
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 124
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 451
Engine ....................................................... 448
Coolant ................................................... 371
Jump Starting .......................................... 429
Oil ........................................................... 364
Starting ........................................... 313, 315
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 131
Engine Coolant ......................................... 371
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 372
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 371
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 75
Overheating ............................................ 433
Engine Oil ................................................. 364
Adding .................................................... 367
Checking ................................................. 365
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 353, 357
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 435
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 364
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 437
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 145
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 406
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 144
FFeatures.................................................... 169
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 403
Oil ........................................................... 368
Flat Tire ..................................................... 411
Floor Mats ................................................. 405
Fluids
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 374
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 373
Engine Coolant ....................................... 371
Manual Transmission ............................... 373
Windshield Washer ................................. 375
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 152
Foot Brake ................................................ 338
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 146
Adjusting ................................................ 146
Fuel ...................................................... 18, 343
Economy ................................................. 346
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Range ................................................. 85, 88
Recommendation .................................... 343
Refueling................................................. 343
Fuel Economy ........................................... 346
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 18, 345
Message.................................................. 436
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460Index
Fuel Fill Door....................................... 18, 344
Fuses .......................................................... 439
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 441
Locations ......................................... 439, 440GGasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 346
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Information ............................................. 343
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 82, 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Refueling ................................................. 343
Gauges ......................................................... 82
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 320
Manual Transmission ............................... 323
Glass (care) ................................................ 407
Glove Box .................................................. 156HHalogen Bulbs ................................... 376, 380
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 409
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)....................... 246, 277
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .................................... 262, 289
Automatic Transferring ............................ 260
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 260
Displaying Messages ........................ 273, 298 HFL Buttons..................................... 246, 277
HFL Menus ...................................... 248, 279
HFL Status Display ........................... 247, 278
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 247
Making a Call .................................. 266, 292
Options During a Call ...................... 271, 295
Phone Setup.................................... 253, 283
Receiving a Call ............................... 270, 295
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail...... 272, 296
Ring Tone................................................ 288
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 297
Speed Dial ....................................... 263, 290
Text Message .................. 258, 272, 287, 296
To Clear the System ................................ 261
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 259
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ......................................... 258, 287
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 2
Head Restraints ........................................ 149
Headlights ................................................. 136
Aiming .................................................... 376
Automatic Operation............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 160
Heating and Cooling System ................... 161
Cooling ................................................... 163
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 164
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 403
Heating ................................................... 162 HFL (HandsFreeLink
®) ...................... 246, 277
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 314, 317
IIdentification Numbers ............................ 448
Engine and Transmission ......................... 448
Vehicle Identification............................... 448
Ignition Switch ......................................... 131
Illumination Control ................................ 141
Knob ...................................................... 141
i-MID ........................................................... 86
Immobilizer System .................................. 125
Indicator ................................................... 75
Indicators .................................................... 68
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 71
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 68
Charging System............................... 69, 435
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 76, 327
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 76, 326
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 73
Door Open.......................................... 31, 72
ECON Mode ..................................... 76, 325
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 73, 437
Fog Light .................................................. 74
High Beam ................................................ 74
High Temperature ..................................... 72
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
i-VTEC ................................................ 76, 83