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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Checking the 12-volt Battery
Check the battery terminals for
corrosion monthly.
The battery condition is monitored by
a sensor on the negative terminal. If
there is a problem with the sensor,
a message on the driver information
interface appears. Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery maintenance, wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
Window Washer Fluid
If the washer fluid level is low, fill the
washer reservoir. Pour the washer fluid
carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Canadian models
If the washer fluid level is low, the
washer level indicator or a message
appears on the driver information
interface.
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield
washer reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water
solution can damage the windshield washer pump.
NOTICE
Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard
surfaces of the blade may scratch the window glass.
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
2. While holding the wiper switch in the
MIST position, set the power mode to
ON, then to VEHICLE OFF. Both wiper
arms are set to the maintenance position
(as shown in the image).
3. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then
the passenger side.
4. Press and hold the tab, then slide the
holder off the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade in the
direction of the arrow in the image until
it is out of the holder’s end cap.Slide the
wiper holder onto the wiper arm, then
push down the lock tab.
Tab
Blade
End Cap At
The Bottom
