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If the Engine Won’t Start
Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start falls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position:
Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. If the
Nothing Happens or the Starter
Motor Operates Very Slowly
When you turn the ignition switch to
the START (III) position, you do not
hear the normal noise of the engine
trying to start. You may hear a
clicking sound or series of clicks, or
nothing at all.
headlights do not dim, check the
condition of the fuses. If the fuses
are OK, there is probably
something wrong with the
You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
electrical circuit for the ignition
switch or starter motor. You will
need a qualified technician to
determine the problem (see
Emergency Towing on page 242 ).
Check these things:
Check the transmission interlock.
If you have a manual transmission,
the clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the floor or the
starter will not operate. With an
automatic transmission, it must be
in Park or neutral.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
faster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is dis-
charged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page 217 ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. Turn on the
headlights, and check their
brightness. If the headlights are
very dim or do not come on at all,
the battery is discharged. See
Jump Starting on page 229 .
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If the Engine Won’t Start
The Starter Operates Normally
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page 237 ).
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page 71 ).
If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See Emergency
Towing on page 242 .
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to Starting the
Engine on page158 .
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Jump Starting
Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
1. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or frozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can freeze.
Attempting to jump start with a frozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
BOOSTER BATTERY
The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.
2. Turn off all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,
lights, etc. Put the transmission in
neutral (manual) or Park
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.
3. Connect one jumper cable to the
positive (＋) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive (＋) terminal on the
booster battery.
(automatic), and set the parking
brake.
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6. If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
7. Start your vehicle. If the starter
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
8. Once your vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable from
your vehicle, then from the
BRACKET
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable from your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
4. Remove the power steering
reservoir from the bracket. Pull it
away from the grounding strap.
5. Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative (－) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the grounding strap
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine.
9. Reinstall the power steering
reservoir.
Make sure the power steering
hose is not touching the power
steering belt or the pulley.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short.
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If the Engine Overheats
The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
3. If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming from under the hood.
1. Safely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(manual) or Park (automatic), and
set the parking brake. Turn off all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard indicators.
4. If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn off the engine.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
2. If you see steam and/or spray
coming from under the hood, turn
off the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
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If the Engine Overheats
Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
5.
9. Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the filler
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
must be repaired before you
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
continue driving (see
Emergency
).
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Towing
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and refilled with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
If you don’t find an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page
6.
).
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Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see Emergency
Towing on page 242 ).
8.
10.
7. If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
before checking the radiator.
11.If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
This indicator should never
1. Safely pull off the road, and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Charging System Indicator
If the charging system
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts flashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page 145 ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn off
the engine as soon as you can safely get
the vehicle stopped.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page 193 ).
3.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
4. Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see Emergency Towing on page
242 ).
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn off as you
continue driving, have the vehicle
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible.
If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
these codes are erased. It takes at
least three days of driving under
various conditions to set the codes
again.
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may feel no difference in
your vehicle’s performance, it can
reduce your fuel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition to the ON (II) position,
without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come
on for 20 seconds. If it then goes off,
the readiness codes are set. If it
blinks five times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle for a state
operation may cause serious damage. If you keep driving with the
malfunction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.
If you have recently refueled your
vehicle, the indicator could come on
because of a loose or missing fuel fill
cap. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
FUEL CAP’’ message on the
odometer display. Tighten the cap
until it clicks at least once.
Tightening the cap will not turn the
indicator turn off immediately; it
takes at least three days of normal
driving.
This indicator may also come on
along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
emissions test until the readiness
State
codes are set. Refer to
Readiness Codes
Emissions Testing
for more
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
information (see page
254
).
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Brake System Indicator
U.S.
Canada
However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
If the ABS indicator and the VSA
system indicator come on with the
brake system indicator, have your
vehicle inspected by your dealer
immediately.
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will feel the brake
pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and as
a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
fully release the parking brake.
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake fluid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it feels normal.
If it does, check the brake fluid level
the next time you stop at a service
station (see page 201 ).
Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see Emergency
Towing
on page 242 ).
If the fluid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and carefully.
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Closing the Moonroof
If equipped
TAB
NOTCH
SOCKET
If the electric motor will not close
the moonroof, do the following:
1. Check the fuse for the moonroof
motor (see page 237 ). If the fuse
is blown, replace it with one of the
same or lower rating.
2. Try closing the moonroof. If the
new fuse blows immediately or the
moonroof motor still does not
operate, you can close the
MOONROOF WRENCH
ROUND PLUG
moonroof manually.
4. To remove the round plug in the
center of the headliner, turn the
plug by using a screwdriver or
coin, then pry it out. Make sure to
align the tabs on the round plug to
the notches on the ceilling as
shown in the illustration.
5. Insert the moonroof wrench into
the socket behind this plug. Turn
the wrench until the moonroof is
fully closed.
3. Get the moonroof wrench out of
the tool kit in the cargo area.
6. Remove the wrench. Reinstall the
round plug.
If you need to close the moonroof
manually, it means the moonroof
opening/closing function is
developing a problem. Have your
vehicle checked by your dealer.
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Fuses
UNDER-HOOD
(SECONDARY)
TAB
INTERIOR
UNDER-HOOD
(PRIMARY)
The vehicle’s fuses are contained in
three fuse boxes.
The primary under-hood fuse box is
in the engine compartment on the
driver’s side. To open it, push the
tabs as shown.
The secondary fuse box is next to
the primary fuse box.
The interior fuse box is underneath
the steering column. To remove the
fuse box lid, pull it toward you and
take the lid out of its hinges.
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Fuses
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check for a
blown fuse first. Determine from the
chart on pages 240 and 241 , or the
diagram on the fuse box lid, which
fuse or fuses control that device.
Check those fuses first, but check all
the fuses before deciding that a
blown fuse is the cause. Replace any
blown fuses, and check if the device
works.
FUSE
BLOWN
BLOWN
1. Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the
headlights and all other
3. Check each of the large fuses in
the primary under-hood fuse box
by looking through the top at the
wire inside. Removing these fuses
requires a Phillips-head
4. Check the smaller fuses in the
under-hood fuse boxes and all the
fuses in the interior fuse box by
pulling out each one with the fuse
puller provided in the primary
under-hood fuse box.
accessories are off.
2. Remove the cover from the fuse
box.
screwdriver.
5. Look for a blown wire inside the
fuse. If it is blown, replace it with
one of the spare fuses of the same
rating or lower.
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If you cannot drive the vehicle
If the driver’s power window fuse is
removed, the AUTO function of the
driver’s window will be disabled. To
reset the AUTO function, see page
87 .
without fixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
from one of the other circuits. Make
sure you can do without that circuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).
Replacing a fuse with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement fuse with the proper rating
for the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
If you replace the blown fuse with a
spare fuse that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
fuse with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
6. If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem in your vehicle.
Leave the blown fuse in that
circuit and have your vehicle
checked by a qualified mechanic.
If the radio fuse is removed, the
audio system will disable itself. The
next time you turn on the radio you
will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency
display. Use the preset buttons to
enter the five-digit code (see page
136 ).
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Fuse Locations
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
6
7
8
9
7.5 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
－
Power Window Relay
Moonroof
Accessory, Radio
Rear Wiper
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Meter
Not Used
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A
20 A
－
Daytime running lights＊
SRS
Remote Control Mirrors
＋B FR ACC
Heated Seat
Fuel Pump
Front Accessory Power Socket
Turn Signal Lights
Front Wiper
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
15 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
－
Ignition Coil
Not Used
Rear Accessory Power Socket
Daytime running lights＊
ACG
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
Front Right Power Window
Front Left Power Window
Rear Left Power Window
Rear Right Power Window
Not Used
＊ : Canadian models
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES
PRIMARY
Primary Fuse Box
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
Condenser Fan
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
Option
Left Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
ABS F/S
Battery
Ignition 1
Spare Fuses
1
20 A
30 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
10 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
40 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
30 A
100 A
50 A
2
Engine
3
4
5
Interior Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
6
7
8
Small Light
Horn, Stop
DBW
21－25 7.5A－30A
9
Back Up
10
11
12
13
ABS Motor
Rear Defroster
Heater Motor
Power Window
SECONDARY
Secondary Fuse Box
No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
20 A
7.5 A
15 A
15 A
LAF Heater
Daytime running lights＊
FI ECU (ECM/PCM)
IG Coil
＊ : On Canadian models
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Emergency Towing
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a professional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
Refer to Towing Your Vehicle
Behind a Motorhome on page
177 for non-emergency towing
information.
The only way you can safely tow
your vehicle is with flat-bed
equipment. The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inform
them a flat-bed is required.
On 4WD models
Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the 4WD
system. It should be transported on a
flat-bed truck or trailer.
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