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Windshield Wipers/Washer/Defogger
Windshield Wipers
(DX/Si Hatchback and Sedan)
Switch the wipers to INT for inter- mittent operation; LO for low speed
operation; and HI for high speed
operation. (INT: Except STD Hatchback)
In fog or very light rain, push the
lever down to the MIST position for
temporary high speed operation of
the wipers. The wipers will return
to the rest position and the motor will shut off as soon as you release
the lever.
Windshield Washer
Pull the wiper switch lever toward
you to turn on the washer.Check the washer fluid regularly,
especially during bad weather or
whenever the washer has been in
frequent use.
PULL
WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR
WINDSHIELD WASHER
RESERVOIR CAPACITY: 2.5 (2.6 US qt, 2.2 Imp qt)
Use a good quality commercial washer fluid for all-weather cleaning.
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Windshield Wipers/Washer/Defogger (cont'd)
CAUTION:
Do not use radiator antifreeze in the windshield washer; it will
damage the paint.
Do not use a vinegar/water combination in the windshield
washer; it will damage the pump. Prolonged operation of the washer without fluid may damage
the pump.
In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defrosters
before using the washer. This will help prevent icing which could
seriously impair visibility.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer (DX/Si Hatchback)
Switch to "ON" to activate the rearwiper. Turn and hold the switch one more step clockwise to " "
to activate the washer and wiper; or turn and hold the switch one step
counterclockwise from "OFF" to
activate the washer only. The rear
washer uses the same fluid reser-
voir as the front washer.
Rear Window Defogger
Push the switch to turn the de-
fogger on or off. The indicator will light when the defogger is on.
The switch will turn off automat- ically 25 minutes after it is turned on.
CAUTION:
When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to
damage the printed heater wireson the rear window. Wipe the
window horizontally along the wires, not up and down.
INDICATOR
WIPER
WASHER
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Check the following items at each fuel stop:
1. Engine oil level.
2. Radiator coolant level.
Check the following items periodically: 1. Brakes: for braking efficiency, brake pedal travel and hydraulic
fluid level.
2. Lights: for operation of headlights, taillights, side marker lights, stoplights, turn signals and back-up lights.
3. Tires: for correct pressures (including spare); inspect for cuts and uneven or excessive wear. Rotate every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
in the pattern shown on page 97.
4. Steering: for excessive play or vibration while driving. 5. Exhaust system: for leaks or loose mounts.
6. Wipers: for operation of windshield wipers and washer, and condition of wiper blades.
7. Seat belts: for condition of fabric and buckles, and operation of the restraint mechanism.
8. Battery condition.
9. Clutch adjustment (clutch pedal free travel).
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Index (cont'd)
Inspection................................. 25
Passive Belt.............................. 10
Pregnant Women..................... 25
Rear Center Seat Belt.............. 20
Replacement............................. 25 Shoulder Belt Buckle............. 113
Seats
Front Seat................................... 6
Head Restraints.......................... 7
Rear Seat.................................... 8
Shifting
Automatic................................ 64
Manual....................................... 61
Spare Tire Changing a Flat Tire............... 106
COMPACT Spara Tire........... 104
Spark Plugs Replacement............................. 87
Specifications (Hatchback) ..116Specifications (Sedan).......... 119
Speedometer.................................. 28
Starting the Engine......................... 58
Steering Anti-theft Column Lock .......... 57Power Steering......................... 85
Tilt Steering.............................. 32
Stuck Car..................................... 112
Sunroof........................................... 52
If the Sunroof Won't Close..... 53
Maintenance............................. 53
Operation.................................. 52
Sunshade.................................. 52
Tachometer.................................... 28
Temperature Gauge, Coolant....... 28 Tilt Steering.................................... 32
Tire Air Pressure............................. 94
Balancing................................... 97
Chains....................................... 95
Changing a Flat Tire............... 106COMPACT Spare.................. 104
DOT Tire Quality Grades....... 122
Inflation Pressures................... 94 Requirement............................. 96
Rotation.................................... 97
Snow Tire................................. 95
Spare Tire............................... 104
Specification (Hatchback).... 116 Specification (Sedan)............ 119
Tools............................................. 105
Towing.......................................... 111
Transmission
Capacity.................................... 79
Identification Number............ 121
Oil/Fluid..................................... 78
Shifting the Automatic............ 64
Shifting the Manual.................. 61
Transmission............................ 78
Treadwear.................................... 122
Trip Meter....................................... 28
Trunk Access From Rear Seat....... 8
Trunk Lid........................................... 5
Turn Signals.................................... 36
Warning Lights............................... 29
Warranty Service........................ 127Washer Rear Window Washer............. 34Reservoir Capacity.................. 33
Windshield Washer.................. 33
Washing........................................ 100
Waxing......................................... 101
Windows
Appearance Care................... 100
Power Windows...................... 43
Windshield Defogger..................... 51 Windshield Washer....................... 33
Windshield Wipers........................ 33
Wiper Blades ..................................
88
Wipers Rear Windo
w Wiper................ 34
Windshield Wipers................... 33
Vehicle Identification Number.... 121
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