Vehicle Segment:
        
        
            Mid-size SUV / Crossover
        
     
    
        
            Vehicle Role:
        
        
            Family-oriented SUV offering a balance of utility, comfort, and value.
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Edge, Nissan Murano, Hyundai Santa Fe.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Advantage:
        
        
            Provides factory-level repair and maintenance information, enabling owners to perform tasks typically requiring specialized knowledge.
        
     
    
        
            Manual Benefit:
        
        
            Empowers owners to make informed decisions about vehicle maintenance and repairs, potentially saving on dealership service costs.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Mechanical:
        
        
            Engine assembly, disassembly, lubrication system, cooling system, fuel system, emission control system, ignition system, engine management system.
        
     
    
        
            Engine Electrical:
        
        
            Engine control module (ECM) diagnosis, wiring diagrams, sensor testing, actuator testing.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Mechanical:
        
        
            Automatic transmission (4-speed and 5-speed variants), manual transmission (if applicable), disassembly, assembly, hydraulic controls, torque converter.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Electrical:
        
        
            Transmission control module (TCM) diagnosis, shift solenoids, speed sensors, wiring.
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Front-wheel drive (FWD), all-wheel drive (AWD) systems, drive shafts, CV joints, differentials.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front and rear suspension systems, shock absorbers, springs, control arms, steering knuckles, wheel alignment specifications.
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power steering system (hydraulic), steering column, steering rack, tie rods.
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Front and rear brake systems (disc brakes), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), brake fluid specifications, bleeding procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting system, horn, wipers, power windows, power door locks, interior and exterior lighting.
        
     
    
        
            Body And Chassis:
        
        
            Body panel removal and installation, doors, hood, tailgate, bumpers, interior trim, seat removal, chassis components.
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system, refrigerant, compressor, evaporator, heater core, climate control module.
        
     
    
        
            Safety Systems:
        
        
            Airbag system, seat belts, SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) components and diagnosis.
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), troubleshooting guides.
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance Procedures:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement, belt inspection and replacement.
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major vehicle systems.
        
     
    
        
            Disassembly And Assembly:
        
        
            Complete instructions for disassembling and reassembling components and systems.
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning And Reinstalling:
        
        
            Procedures for cleaning and properly reinstalling parts.
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic trees and symptom-based troubleshooting guides.
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Comprehensive electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth Level:
        
        
            Factory-level detail, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIY mechanics.
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Primarily professional technicians, but provides adequate data for DIY mechanics.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Side Impact Front Seat Passenger:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Side Impact Rear Seat Passenger:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Rollover Resistance:
        
        
            4 Stars (4WD models)
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard (4-wheel disc brakes)
        
     
    
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Available
        
     
    
        
            Electronic Stability Control:
        
        
            Available
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Front airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-curtain airbags (3rd row coverage).
        
     
    
        
            Seat Belts:
        
        
            3-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters for all rows.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically every 5,000 miles or 6 months (refer to manual for specific engine/oil type).
        
     
    
        
            Engine Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Recommended every 30,000 miles or as needed.
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Recommended every 15,000 miles or annually.
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            2.4L: Approx. 90,000 miles; 3.3L V6: Approx. 105,000 miles (Iridium plugs).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            API SN or higher, SAE 5W-20 (2.4L) or SAE 5W-30 (3.3L V6).
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 4.5 quarts (2.4L) / 5.0 quarts (3.3L V6), with filter change.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene Glycol based coolant (e.g., Hyundai/Kia Long Life Coolant).
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type Auto:
        
        
            ATF SP-III or equivalent.
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Noise:
        
        
            Some reports of engine ticking or rattling, potentially related to valve train or oil pressure.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Hesitation:
        
        
            Occasional reports of transmission hesitation or rough shifts.
        
     
    
        
            Interior Rattles:
        
        
            Common for SUVs of this era, various interior trim pieces can develop rattles.
        
     
    
        
            HVAC Issues:
        
        
            Blend door actuator failures can affect HVAC performance.