Troubleshooting |
Ignition System |
Trouble symptom | Probable cause | Remedy |
Engine will not start or is hard to start (Cranks OK) | Ignition lock switch | Inspect ignition lock switch, or replace as required |
Ignition coil | Inspect ignition coil, or replace as required | |
Spark plugs | Inspect spark plugs, or replace as required | |
Ignition wiring disconnected or broken | Repair wiring, or replace as required | |
Rough idle or stalls | Ignition wiring | Repair wiring, or replace as required |
Ignition coil | Inspect ignition coil, or replace as required | |
Engine hesitates/poor acceleration | Spark plugs and spark plug cables | Inspect spark plugs / cable, or replace as required |
Ignition wiring | Repair wiring, or replace as required | |
Poor mileage | Spark plugs and spark plug cables | Inspect spark plugs / cable, or replace as required |
Charging System |
Trouble symptom | Probable cause | Remedy |
Charging warning indicator does not light with ignition switch "ON" and engine off. | Fuse blown | Check fuses |
Light burned out | Replace light | |
Wiring connection loose | Tighten loose connection | |
Electronic voltage regulator | If light turns off, replace voltage regulator. | |
Charging warning indicator does not go out with engine running. (Battery requires frequent recharging) | Drive belt loose or worn | Adjust belt tension or replace belt |
Battery cable loose, corroded or worn | Inspect cable connection, repair or replace cable | |
Electronic voltage regulator or alternator | If light turns off, replace voltage regulator or alternator | |
Wiring | Repair or replace wiring | |
Overcharge | Electronic voltage regulator | If light turns off, replace voltage regulator. |
Voltage sensing wire | Repair or replace wiring | |
Discharge | Drive belt loose or worn | Adjust belt tension or replace belt |
Wiring connection loose or short circuit | Inspect wiring connection, repair or replace wiring | |
Electronic voltage regulator or alternator | If light turns off, replace voltage regulator or alternator | |
Poor grounding | Inspect ground or repair | |
Worn battery | Replace battery |
Starting System |
Trouble symptom | Probable cause | Remedy |
Engine will not crank | Battery charge low | Charge or replace battery |
Battery cables loose, corroded or worn out | Repair or replace cables | |
Transaxle range switch (Vehicle with automatic transaxle only) | Refer to AT group-automatic transaxle | |
Fuse blown | Replace fuse | |
Starter motor faulty | Replace | |
Ignition switch faulty | Replace | |
Engine cranks slowly | Battery charge low | Charge or replace battery |
Battery cables loose, corroded or worn out | Repair or replace cables | |
Starter motor faulty | Replace | |
Starter keeps running | Starter motor faulty | Replace |
Ignition switch | Replace | |
Starter spins but engine will not crank | Short in wiring | Repair or replace wiring |
Pinion gear teeth broken or starter motor | Replace | |
Ring gear teeth broken | Replace fly wheel or torque converter |
Snowy or icy conditions
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be necessary to use snow tires on
your tires. If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent
in size and type of the original equip ...
Door Lock
Type A
Type B
Using the door handle button
1. Carry the smart key.
2. Close all doors, engine hood and tailgate.
3. Press the button of the outside door handle.
4. The hazard warning lights ...