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If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

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4. Remove the cover and the rubber plug on

the cargo area lining to access the shaft
for the spare tire hoist.

5. Put the wheel nut wrench with the jack

handle bar on the hoist shaft.
Turn the wrench to the left to lower the
spare tire to the ground.

6. Keep turning the wheel nut wrench to

create slack in the cable.

7. Remove the bracket from the spare tire.

Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire

The wheel nut wrench supplied with your vehicle is
specially adapted to fit the hoist shaft. Do not use any
other tool.

Cover

Rubber Plug

Jack
Handle Bar

Wheel Nut Wrench

Bracket

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8. Place a wheel block or rock in front and

rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.

9. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side

up) under the vehicle body, near the tire
that needs to be replaced.

10. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn

using the wheel nut wrench.

Wheel
Blocks

The tire to be replaced.

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1. Place the jack under the jacking point

closest to the tire to be changed.

2. Turn the end bracket clockwise as shown in

the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.

Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.

3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar

and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.

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How to Set Up the Jack

How to Set Up the Jack

Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.

Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.

The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:

•

Do not use while the engine is running.

•

Use only where the ground is firm and level.

•

Use only at the jacking points.

•

Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.

•

Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.

WARNING

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.

Jacking
Points

Jack Handle Bar

Wheel Nut Wrench as Jack Handle

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

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1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.

2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel

with a clean cloth.

3. Mount the compact spare tire.
4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the

lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.

5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.

Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
94 lbf∙ft (127 N∙m, 13 kgf∙m)

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Replacing the Flat Tire

Replacing the Flat Tire

Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

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1. Remove the center cap and place the flat

tire face up under the hoist.

2. Insert the hoist bracket into the center hole

of the flat tire.

3. Slowly turn the wheel nut wrench clockwise

to take up the hoist cable slack.
Make sure the bracket is seated in the
center hole of the flat tire.

4. Turn the wheel nut wrench with the jack

handle bar clockwise until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle and
you hear the hoist click.

5. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench

back in the tool case. Store the case in the
cargo area.

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Storing the Flat Tire

Storing the Flat Tire

WARNING

Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the jack and tools securely before
driving.

Center Cap

Wheel Nut Wrench

Jack Handle
Bar

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

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If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure
Monitor Problem appears on the driver information interface, but this is normal.

If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
driver information interface and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after
a few miles (kilometers).

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TPMS with Tire Fill Assist and the Spare Tire

TPMS with Tire Fill Assist and the Spare Tire

The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.

Use the TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.

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Engine Does Not Start

Checking the Engine

If the engine does not start, check the starter.

Starter condition

Checklist

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.

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If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears

2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 698

Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.

2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 171

Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.

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If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all

2 Battery P. 672

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If the interior lights come on normally

2 Fuses P. 711

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 respond accordingly.

Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.

2 Starting the Engine P. 527

Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.

2 Immobilizer System P. 163

Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.

2 Fuel Gauge P. 110

Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 715

If the problem continues:

2 Emergency Towing P. 716

Checking the Engine

If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.

2 Jump Starting P. 702

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If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

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If the Smart Entry 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 smart
entry remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the smart entry remote should be facing
you.

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.

If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

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Emergency Engine Stop

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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 and 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.

The gear position automatically changes to

(

P after the vehicle comes to a complete

stop. Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the
brake pedal to change the mode VEHICLE OFF.

The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift position to

(

P after the vehicle

comes to a complete stop.

Emergency Engine Stop

Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the engine to be turned off.

Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector for U.S. models

Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector for Canadian models

Automatic transmission models with shift lever

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The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift position to

(

P after the vehicle

comes to a complete stop.
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake
pedal.

Automatic transmission models with shift lever for Canadian models

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Shift Lever Does Not Move

Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the

(

position.

1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the smart

entry remote.

3. Open the lid of the console compartment.
4. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-

tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.

5. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
6. While pushing the key down, press the shift

lever release button and place the shift lever
into

(

The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.

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Releasing the Lock

Cover

Release
Button

Shift Lock
Release Slot

* Not available on all models

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Jump Starting

Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.

1. Pull up on the engine compartment cover,

remove it from the pins.

2. Remove the holding clips and the air intake

duct.

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Jump Starting Procedure

Jump Starting

Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.

Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.

WARNING

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.

Engine Compartment Cover

Air Intake Duct

Clip

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3. Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from

the pins.

Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.

Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.

4. Connect the first jumper cable to your

vehicle’s battery + terminal.

5. Connect the other end of the first jumper

cable to the booster battery + terminal.

Use a 12-volt booster battery only.

When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.

6. Connect the second jumper cable to the

booster battery - terminal.

7. Connect the other end of the second

jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.

8. If your vehicle is connected to another

vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.

9. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it

turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

Engine Cover

Booster Battery

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Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order:

1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -

terminal.

3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +

terminal.

Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.

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What to Do After the Engine Starts

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Overheating

How to Handle Overheating

Overheating symptoms are as follows:
• The temperature gauge needle is at the

mark or the engine suddenly loses

power.

• Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears on

the driver information interface.

• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.

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First thing to do

1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.

No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.

Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.

How to Handle Overheating

NOTICE

Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the

mark may damage the engine.

Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message on
the driver information interface may damage the
engine.

WARNING

Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.

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How to Handle Overheating

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Next thing to do

1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and

stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle goes down.

If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.

2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect

the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.

If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, remove the engine compartment
cover then add coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.

2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 644

If there is no coolant 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.

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Last thing to do

Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.

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.

WARNING

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.

Reserve Tank

MAX

MIN

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