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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oi l fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 724
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 725
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 734
If the Remote Battery is Weak .......... 735
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 736
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 737
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 739
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Symbol Appears... 741
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 742
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 742
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 743
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On ..... 744
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 745
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 745 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message... 746
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 747
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 753
Emergency Towing ........................... 754
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ... 755
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 756
When You Cannot Close the Power Sliding Doors*................................. 758
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 759
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
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 dr iver information interface.
• If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 735
uMake sure the remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 198
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
• If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 708
•If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 747
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. 552
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 191
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 127
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 753
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 754
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. 737
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the driver information interface, the ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes, and the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows:
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the
remote while the ENGINE START/STOP
button is flashing. The buttons on the
remote should be facing you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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uu Engine Does Not Start uEmergency 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.
The gear position automatically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop.
Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake
pedal to change the mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
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.
U.S. models
Canadian models
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
740
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge pointer comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck and put the
cap back on.
2 Radiator P. 684
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, re start it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge pointer has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve
Tank
MIN
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Symbol Appears
■Reasons for the symbol to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the symbol
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 679
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure symbol.
u The symbol disappears: Start driving
again.
u The symbol does not disappear within 10
seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Symbol Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Charging System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
• 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
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
1 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction 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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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e 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.
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
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one minu te, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indica tor to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist provides visual and audible
assistance during tire pre ssure adjustment. With the
power mode in ON, while y ou adjust tire pressure up
or down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for three seconds with
five seconds intervals.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash tw ice every two seconds.
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Index
Emergency Engine Stop........................... 736
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 767
Engine ....................................................... 764
Coolant .................................................. 683
Jump Starting ......................................... 737
Oil .......................................................... 678
Starting................................................... 552
Engine Coolant ........................................ 683
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 684
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 683
Overheating ............................................ 739
Temperature Gauge ................................ 127
Engine Oil ................................................. 678
Adding ................................................... 680
Checking ................................................ 679
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 670
Low Oil Pressure Symbol ......................... 741
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 678
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 198
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 85
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 717
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 220
F
Features.................................................... 275
File Manager ............................................ 323
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 713
Oil .......................................................... 681 Flat Tire
..................................................... 725
Floor Mats ................................................. 715
Fluids Automatic Transmission ........................... 685
Brake ....................................................... 686
Engine Coolant ........................................ 683
Windshield Washer .................................. 687
FM/AM Radio .................................... 291, 335
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 98
Folding Down the Rear Seats .......... 226, 231
Foot Brake ................................................. 643
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 52
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 257
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation .............................................. 258
Front Seats ................................................ 222
Adjusting ................................................. 222
Fuel ...................................................... 28, 661
Economy ................................................. 664
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Range ...................................................... 133
Recommendation .................................... 661
Refueling ................................................. 661
Fuel Economy ............................................ 664
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 28, 662
Fuses .......................................................... 747
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 753
Locations ................................. 747, 749, 752
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 664
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Information ............................................. 661
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Refueling................................................. 661
Gauges ...................................................... 127
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 92
Glass (care) ........................................ 714, 719
Glove Box .................................................. 241
Grocery Bag Hooks ................................... 248
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 723
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 487, 512
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 501, 521
Automatic Transferring............................ 520
Caller’s ID Information............................. 499
Displaying Messages................................ 531
Favorite Contacts .................................... 522
HFL Buttons..................................... 487, 512
HFL Menus ...................................... 489, 515
HFL Status Display ........................... 488, 514
In Case of Emergency .............................. 535
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 488, 514
Making a Call .................................. 506, 524
Options During a Call ...................... 511, 527
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