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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 777
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
AIR Side
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
2 Accessory Power Socket P. 241
8.Start the engine.
2 Starting the Engine P. 493
uKeep the engine runn ing while injecting
air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 92
9.Turn the selector knob to AIR.
10. Press the inflator swit ch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
1Inflating an Under-inflated Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
AIR Side
ON
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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 for a message on the driver information interface.●If the To start, touch start button with emblem side of remote message appears2If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 783
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 202
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 806
Check the battery.
Have the battery checked by a dealer.
2Battery P. 747
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 786
Depending on the situation, it may be possible to
temporarily start the engine using the emergency
start procedure. 2 Emergency Engine Start P. 784
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uuEngine Does Not Start uChecking the Engine
Handling the Unexpected
Starter conditionChecklist
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn't start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 493
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 195
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2Fuel Gauge P. 119
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 806
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 808
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Remo te Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To start, touch start button with emblem side of
remote message appears on the driver information interface, and the ENGINE
START/STOP button flashes, and the engine wo n't start, start the engine as
follows: 1.Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
u The beeper sounds and the ENGINE
START/STOP button flashes for about
30 seconds.
2. Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the keyless
remote while the ENGINE START/STOP
button is flashing. The buttons on the
keyless remote should be facing you.
u The beeper sounds, and the ENGINE
START/STOP button stays on for about
10 seconds.
3. Depress the clutch pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the
ENGINE START/STOP button is on.
u The engine starts.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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784
uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Start
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Start
If the engine does not start using the normal engine starting procedure, you may be
able to start it using the emergency start procedure below.
Do not use this procedure if it is not an emergency.
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the tra nsmission is in
(P, then set the power mode to ACCESSORY.
3. Firmly depress the brake pedal, then press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP
button for at least 15 seconds.
This should be considered a system malfunction even if you are able to start the
engine using the above procedure.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
Continuously variable transmission models
1Emergency Engine Start
Refer to the following if you cannot move the shift
lever out of the
( P position.
2 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 790
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uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place. With manual transmission models you can also downshift the
transmission to utilize engine braking.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, put the transmission into
(P after the vehicle
comes to a complete stop.
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
NOTICE
Do not press the ENGINE START/STOP button while
driving unless it is absolute ly necessary for the engine
to be turned off.
If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button while
driving, the beeper sounds.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
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Handling the Unexpected
If the Battery Is Dead
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.1 If the Battery Is Dead
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Be careful
not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable
ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
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1. Open the cover on the positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than
15-volt. Check the charger manual for
the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
Booster Battery
2.0 L engine models
with Auto Idle Stop
2.0 L engine models
without Auto Idle Stop
Booster Battery
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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
788
Handling the Unexpected
5. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do
not connect this jumper cable to any other
part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.1If the Battery Is Dead
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
with Auto Idle Stop
2.0 L engine models
without Auto Idle Stop
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