7. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it turns over slowly, make sure
that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
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.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
Overheating
Signs your engine is overheating:
• The temperature gauge needle is at the H mark
• The engine suddenly loses power
• Steam or spray comes out from under the hood
First thing to do:
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn off all accessories and
turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. If no steam or spray is present: Keep the vehicle running and open the hood
(See Under the Hood).
If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood (See Under the Hood).
3. 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.
4. 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, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no
coolant in the reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then 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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Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature
gauge. If the temperature needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not
gone down, contact a dealer for repairs.
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hoodif steam is coming out.
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.
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may
damage the engine.
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, choose
one of the following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/
STOP button for two seconds, or
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP
button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock. The
power mode changes to ACCESSORY,
unless the shift lever is in Park, in which
case the power mode changes to VEHICLE
OFF. Because turning off the engine also
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. Downshift gears and use both feet on the brake pedal, if
necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place.
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the
engine to be switched off.
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
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