User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Welcome to the Karma Family
- Using This Manual
- Symbols Glossary
- Notes About This Manual
- Electric Vehicle Precautions
- Maintenance and Repairs to Your Vehicle
- Body Repairs
- Vehicle Modifications
- Quality Control
- California Proposition 65
- California Perchlorate Advisory
- Data Recording
- If You Need Assistance
- Reporting Safety Defects
- Overview
- Vehicle Security
- Occupant Safety
- Correct Seating Position
- Steering Column Position
- Integrated Headrests
- Electric Seats
- Seat Heaters
- Driver’s Seat Memory
- Easy Entry and Exit
- About Seat Belts
- Seat Belt Safety
- Wearing the Seat Belt
- Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant
- Seat Belt Reminder
- Seat Belt Tensioners
- Caring for Seat Belts
- Child Restraints
- Using a Non Latch Child Restraint
- Using a Latch Child Restraint
- Upper Tether Strap Anchorages
- Location of Air Bags
- Important Information
- How the System Works
- Deployment Effects
- Obstruction of Air Bags
- Passenger Air Bag Deactivation
- Air Bag Warning Labels
- SRS Warning Indicator
- Air Bag Service Information
- Vehicle Modifications
- Controls and Operation
- Driver Information System (DIS) USA Specification
- Driver Information System (DIS) Canadian Specification
- Indicator Icons
- Warning and Information Messages
- Wipers and Washers
- Exterior Lighting
- Turn Signals
- Hazard Warning Flashers
- Power Windows
- Exterior Mirrors
- Interior Rear View Mirror
- Using the Touchscreen
- Overview
- Favorites
- Audio
- Navigation
- Phone
- Pairing a Phone
- Minibar
- Using the System
- Ventilation
- Operating Notes
- Starting the Vehicle
- Type Approval
- Selecting a Propulsion Mode
- Driving Modes
- General Information
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- Regenerative Braking
- Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Cruise Control
- Exterior Sound
- Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Park Distance Control (PDC)
- Rear View Camera
- Homelink® Transmitter
- Programming a Device
- Entry Gate/Canadian Programming
- Information and Assistance
- Accessory Power Outlets
- USB Connections
- Power
- Maintenance
- General Information
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Owner Maintenance
- Safety
- Fuel and Emission Systems Components
- Opening and Closing the Hood
- Engine Compartment Overview
- Engine Oil
- Brake Fluid
- Power Steering Fluid
- Coolant
- Washer Fluid
- Approved Fluids and Capacities
- Checking the Wiper Blades
- Replacing the Wiper Blades
- Washers
- Cleaning the Exterior
- Cleaning the Solar Roof
- Underhood Cleaning
- Polishing the Body
- Paint Damage and Repair
- Using a Car Cover
- Cleaning the Interior
- Floor Mats
- Vehicle Storage
- Replacing a Fuse
- Engine Compartment Fuse Box
- Fuse Specifications
- Jacking and Lifting the Vehicle
- Transporting the Vehicle
- Attaching the Vehicle Recovery Eye
- Securing the Wheels
- Service Interval Schedules
- Additional Procedures Required at Specific Intervals
- Service Types and Required Procedures
- Wheels and Tires
- Inspection and Maintenance
- Tire Wear
- Tire Pressures
- Replacement Wheels and Tires
- Driving in Low Ambient Temperatures
- Winter Tires and Tire Chains
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Tire Repair Kit
- Safety Precautions
- Using the Tire Repair Kit
- Using the Compressor
- Replacing the Canister/Air Hose Assembly
- Tire Markings
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading
- Loading the Vehicle
- Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
- Wheels and Tires Glossary
- Technical Specifications
- Index
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
POWER STEERING FLUID
WARNING: Power steering fluid is
highly toxic - keep containers sealed
and out of reach of children. If accidental
consumption of fluid is suspected, seek
medical attention immediately.
WARNING: If the fluid comes into
contact with the skin or eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water.
WARNING: Do not spill the fluid onto
a hot engine - a fire may result.
WARNING: Power steering fluid
contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. See
California Proposition 65 Warning 0227.
CAUTION: Seek qualified assistance
immediately if there is a sudden
noticeable drop in the fluid level.
CAUTION: If fluid loss is slow, the
reservoir may be filled to the upper
level mark to enable the vehicle to be
driven to a repair facility for inspection.
However, we do recommend you seek
qualified assistance before driving the
vehicle.
CHECKING THE FLUID LEVEL
Check the fluid with the vehicle OFF,
standing on level ground and the system
cold. Ensure that the steering wheel is not
turned after stopping the engine.
The level of fluid can be seen through the
translucent body of the reservoir. The fluid
level should be between the MIN and the
MAX marks.
FILLING UP THE POWER STEERING
RESERVOIR
CAUTION: It is imperative that the
steering system does not become
contaminated in any way. Always use new
fluid and clean the area around the filler
neck, both before removing the filler cap
and after topping up. Never return drained
fluid to the system.
CAUTION: Power steering fluid will
damage painted surfaces. Soak up
any spillage with an absorbent cloth
immediately and wash the area with a
mixture of car shampoo and water.
1. Clean the filler cap before removing to
prevent dirt from entering the reservoir.
2. Remove the filler cap.
3. Fill the reservoir using an approved
power steering fluid until the fluid level
is between the MIN and MAX marks.
See “Approved Fluids and Capacities”
on page 112.
4. Replace the filler cap.