Features & Controls
Windshield Washer
K2246
At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle with th\
e word PUSH on
it.
To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle.
The wipers will clear the window and then either
stop or return to your preset
speed.
CAUTION
A * Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud I
- splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go
9 In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield \
i‘s
off the road. Check your washer fluid level often.
warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid
can form ice on the
I windshield, blocking your vision.
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Rear Window Wiper and Washer
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The rear window wipedwasher switch is on your instrument panel, to the right
of the steering wheel.
To turn the wiper on, slide the lever to the lever to the right.
For delay wiping, slide the lever under
DELAY to the center of the rear wiper
control. The wiper will cycle every nine seconds.
For steady wiper action, move the slide lever all the way
to the right.
To wash the window, push in on the end of the lever. Window washer
The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle
as the windshield washer.
If the fluid level is low in the washer fluid bottle, you may not be able to
wash your rear window. If you can wash your windshield, but not your rear
window, check the fluid level.
fluid
will continue to spray until the lever is released.
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you’re
not fresh-such as after a day’s work-don’t plan to make too many miles
that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can
easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained,
it’s ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of
course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts
in your vehicle’s
dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and w\
illing to help
if
you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean
inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels?
Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread
good enough for long distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook along your route?
Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
the Road
Unless you are the only driver, it is good to share the driving task with
others. Limit turns behind the wheel to about
100 miles (160 km) or two
hours at a sitting. Then, either change drivers or stop for s\
ome refreshment
like coffee, tea or soft drinks and some limbering up. But do stop and move
around. Eat lightly along the way. Heavier meals tend
to make some people
sleepy.
On two-lane highways or undivided multilane highways that do not have
controlled access, you’ll want to watch for some situations not usually found
on freeways. Examples are: stop signs and signals, shopping cen\
ters with
direct access to the highway, no passing zones and school zones, vehicles
turning left and right
off the road, pedestrians, cyclists, parked vehicles, and
even animals.
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Windshield Wiper Blade lnserfs
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PO232
To replace the windshield wiper blade insert, lift the wiper arm and rotate the
blade until
it is facing away from the windshield. Unlatch the end of the insert
from the holding clips. Remove the insert and slide a new one in place,
Make sure the blade
is secured in the clips.
Air Conditioning
Every now and then have your dealership check your air conditioning system
to be sure it has not lost any cooling ability,
If you think the system is not
working properly, have your dealership check
it out as soon as possible.
The air conditioning will not work when the temperature is below
40°F (4°C).
Fluid Leak Check
After the vehicle has been parked for a while, inspect the su\
rface under the
vehicle for water, oil, fuel or other fluids. Water dripping from the air
conditioning system after
it has been used is normal. If you notice fuel leaks
or fumes, the causes should be found and corrected at once.
Lubrication
Accelerator Control System
Your maintenance schedule will tell you how often the accelerator linkage
pivot points must be lubricated. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubric\
ants”
in
the Index for the proper lubricant to use.
Accelerator cables and cruise control cables should not be lubr\
icated. Any
cables that are worn or are hard to pull
should be replaced.
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Skidding ..................................... 4-23
Stuck
in Deep Snow .... 4-56, 5-31
Through Water
............... 2-1 5, 4-34
Uphill
.......................................... 4-28
Winter
........................................ 4-53
With a Trailer
............................ 4-60
Drunken Driving
........................... 4-1 0
E
Electrical System ......................... 6-37
Add-on Equipment
................... 6-67
Engine
Adding Coolant
... 5-1 1, 5-13, 6-27
Air Cleaner
................................ 6-1 6
Block Heater
.......... 2-16, 3-5, 6-16
Computer Command Control
System
..................................... 6-45
Coolant
............................ 6-25, 6-68
Coolant Temperature Gage
...... 2-77
Cooling System
......................... 5-10
Crankcase .................................. 6-69
Exhaust
..................................... 2-28
Fan Noise
.................................. 5-1 6
Identification
................... 6-65, 6-68
Leaving Vehicle While Running
....................... 2-26
Oil (See
“Oil”)
Overheating ................................. 5-8
Running While Parked
............. 2-29
Starting
...................................... 2-1 4
Equipment, Add-on
...................... 6-48
Exhaust System
........................... 6-45
F
Fan Noise ...................................... 5-1 6
Filter Replacement Chart
............ 6-69
Finish
Care
............................................ 6-61
Damage
..................................... 6-62
Automatic Transmission
........... 6-17
Brake
.......................................... 6-32
Fluid Capacities
.................................. 6-68
Coolant
....................................... 5-11
Front Axle ................................. 6-24
Hydraulic
Clutch ....................... 6-21
Leak Check
............................... 6-35
Manual Transmission
............... 6-20
Power Steering
......................... 6-29
Radiator
..................................... 5-13
Rear Axle
.................................. 6-24
Recommended Fluids
.............. 7-25
Transfer Case
............................ 6-23
Windshield Washer
........ 2-40, 6-31
Four-wheel Drive
............... 2-30, 6-23
Transfer Case
................. 2-30, 6-23
Front Axle
..................................... 6-24
Fuel
.................................................. 6-4
Filling Your Tank
......................... 6-6
Foreign Countries
....................... 6-6
Gage
.......................................... 2-76
Gasolines
for Cleaner Air ......... 6-5
Tank Capacity
........................... 6-69
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
.......... 6-43
Fuse Block
................................ 6-44
Headlights
................................. 6-43
Power Windows and
Other Power Options
........... 6-44
Trailer Wiring Harness
............. 6-44
Windshield Wipers
................... 6-44
G
Gages .................................. 2-66, 2-76
Coolant Temperature Gage
..... 2-77
Fuel Gage
.................................. 2-76
Odometer
................................... 2-66
Oil Pressure Gage
.................... 2-78
Speedometer
............................. 2-66
Tachometer
................................ 2-67
Trip Odometer
........................... 2-67
Voltmeter
................. ................. 2-79
Glove Box
..................................... 2-56
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Four-wheel
Shift Light
.................................. 2-22
Torque Lock (Automatic
Transmission)
............. 2.24. 4-52
Trip Odometer
............................... 2-67
V
Damage Warnings ...................... 0-3
Identification Number
.... 6.65. 6-66
Loading
............................ 4.25. 6-46
Storage
....................................... 6-37
Symbols
...................................... 0-4
Ventilation System
......................... 3-2
Air Vents
...................................... 3-3
Tips
............................................... 3.2
Voltmeter
....................................... 2-79
(See “Four-Wheel
Drive”)
Vehicle
W
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
.................... 2.68. 2-76
(Also See “Lights”)
Devices. Other
............... ; ............ 5-3
Alignment and Tire Balance
... 6-55
Aluminum
.................................. 6-62
Hub CapsNheel Nut Caps
.... 5-22
Nut Torque
..................... 6.34. 6-68
Replacement
............................. 6-55
Used Replacement
................... 6-56
Windows
........................................ 2-33
Windshield Washer
...................... 2-40
Rear Window
............................ 2-54
Washer Fluid
.................. 2.40. 6-31
Winter Driving
.............................. 4-53
Wipers. Windshield
..................... 2-39
Blade Chatter
............................ 6-60
Blade Inserts
............................ 6-35
Cleaning Blades
........................ 6-60
Rear Window
............................ 2-54
Wheels
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