To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry function on the Intelligent Key.
Antifreeze
In the winter when it is anticipated that the temperature will drop below 32F (0C), check the antifreeze to assure proper winter protection. For additional information, refer to "Engine cooling system" in the "Do-it-yourself" section of this manual.
Battery
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should be checked regularly. For additional information, refer to "Battery" in the "Do-it-yourself" section of this manual.
Draining of coolant water
If the vehicle is to be left outside without antifreeze, drain the cooling system, including the engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
For additional information, refer to "Changing engine coolant" in the "Do-it-yourself" section of this manual.
Tire equipmentHazard switch
Component Function Check
1.CHECK HAZARD SWITCH SIGNAL BY CONSULT
CONSULT DATA MONITOR
Turn ignition switch ON.
Select "HAZARD SW" of BCM (FLASHER) DATA MONITOR item.
With operating the hazard switch, check the monitor status.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK HAZARD SWITCH SIGNAL I ...
Maintenance precautions
When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precautions
which should be closely observed.
WARNING
Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply
the pa ...
CVT fluid cooler system
Cleaning
Whenever an automatic transaxle is repaired, overhauled,
or replaced, the CVT fluid cooler mounted in the
radiator must be inspected and cleaned.
Metal debris and friction material, if present, can be trapped or be deposited
in the CVT fluid cooler. This
debris can contaminate t ...