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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Remove the audio antenna.
2 Audio Antenna P. 166
•Fold in the door mirrors.
Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents.
It can cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. Use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (inc luding some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that
helps keep the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels*
1Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe up
spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
1 Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
* Not available on all models
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (head lights, brake lights etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts water ac cumulation, or large water drop building
up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lens
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Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 323
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 342
Accessories and Modifications ................ 351
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 149
Additives Coolant .................................................. 368
Engine Oil ............................................... 363
Washer ................................................... 372
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 363
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 143
Front Seats.............................................. 133
Head Restraints ....................................... 135
Headlights .............................................. 373
Mirrors.................................................... 131
Rear Seats ............................................... 140
Steering Wheel ....................................... 130
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 197
Air Conditioning System Climate Control System .......................... 157
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...................................... 156, 158
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 397
Heating and Cooling System ................... 154
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System)
Cooling................................................... 156 Heating ................................................... 155
Air Pressure ....................................... 385, 433
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 51, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 342
Indicator .................................................... 73
Armrest ..................................................... 143
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 168
Audio System ............................................ 162
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 175
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 165
Error Messages ........................................ 219
General Information ................................ 223
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 185, 210
Recommended CDs ................................. 223
Recommended Devices ............................ 225
Remote Controls ................................. 5, 168
Security Code .......................................... 167
Theft Protection ....................................... 167
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 225
USB Port(s) .............................................. 163
Audio/Information Screen ............... 171, 192
Authorized Manuals ................................. 441 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
................. 103
Customize ............................................... 104
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 160
Automatic Transmission ........................... 318
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 323
Creeping ................................................. 318
Kickdown ................................................ 318
Operating the Shift Lever........... 20, 320, 322
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 416
Shifting ........................................... 319, 321
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Fluid ........................................................ 370
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 165
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 84
B
Battery...................................................... 393
Charging System Indicator................. 71, 419
Jump Starting .......................................... 414
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 393
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 395
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 147
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 248
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 65
Brake System ............................................ 340
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 342
Brake Assist System ................................. 343
Fluid ........................................................ 371
Foot Brake............................................... 341
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Index
Headlights................................................. 121
Aiming .................................................... 373
Dimming ......................................... 121, 125
Operating ................................................ 121
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 129
Heating and Cooling System .................... 154
Cooling ................................................... 156
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 397
Heating ................................................... 155
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 248
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 434
Engine and Transmission.......................... 434
Vehicle Identification ............................... 434
Ignition Switch .......................................... 116
Illumination Control ................................. 128
Knob ....................................................... 128
Immobilizer System .................................. 110
Indicator .................................................... 78
Indicators ..................................................... 70
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 73
Brake System ............................................. 70
Charging System ............................... 71, 419
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 79, 330
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 79, 329
Door and Tailgate Open....................... 31, 75 ECON Mode .............................................. 78
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................ 75, 421
Fog Light ................................................... 77
High Temperature ..................................... 74
High-Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System ................................... 78
Lights On .................................................. 77
Low Fuel ................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 71, 419
Low Temperature ...................................... 74
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 76, 336
Maintenance Minder
TM...................... 79, 357
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 71, 420
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 70, 421
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 72
Security System Alarm ............................... 79
Shift Position ............................................. 72
Starter System ........................................... 77
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 51, 73
TPMS ........................................................ 76
Transmission ............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 74, 332
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 74, 333
Washer Level ............................................. 79
Information .............................................. 431
Information Display ................................... 83
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Brightness Control................................... 128 Interior Lights
........................................... 144
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 131
Internet Radio .................................. 208, 209
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................ 404, 408
Jump Starting ........................................... 414
K
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 98
Keys ............................................................. 90
Lockout Prevention ................................... 98
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 102
Remote Transmitter .................................. 93
Types and Functions.................................. 90
Won’t Turn ............................................... 24
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 318
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L
LaneWatchTM............................................ 334
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 59
Lights ................................................ 121, 373
Bulb Replacement ................................... 373
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 125
Fog Lights ............................................... 124
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 77
Interior.................................................... 144
Light Switches......................................... 121
Lights On Indicator.................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 121
Load Limits ............................................... 305
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 90
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 102
From Inside ............................................... 99
From Outside ............................................ 93
Keys.......................................................... 90
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
Using a Key............................................... 97
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
Low Battery Charge ................................. 419
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 419
Lower Anchors ........................................... 59
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 433
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 305
M
Maintenance............................................. 353
Battery .................................................... 393
Brake Fluid .............................................. 371
Cleaning .................................................. 398
Coolant ................................................... 368
Heating and Cooling System .................... 397
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 357
Oil ........................................................... 364
Precautions .............................................. 355
Radiator .................................................. 369
Remote Transmitter ................................. 395
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 373
Safety ...................................................... 355
Service Items ........................................... 359
Tires ........................................................ 384
Transmission Fluid ................................... 370
Under the Hood ...................................... 361
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 420
Manual Transmission ................................ 325
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 327
Map Lights ................................................ 145
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 305
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 82
Mirrors ....................................................... 131
Adjusting ................................................. 131
Door ........................................................ 131
Exterior .................................................... 131
Interior Rearview ..................................... 131
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 351
MP3 ........................................... 179, 185, 210 Multi-View Rear Camera
.......................... 345
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 434
O
Odometer................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 363
Adding .................................................... 365
Checking................................................. 364
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 357
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 419
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 363
Viscosity .................................................. 363
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ....... 115
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 362
Power Windows ...................................... 113
Tailgate ................................................... 107
Overheating .............................................. 417
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