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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your
vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on
it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
Key in the Ignition
If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target
for joy riders or professional thieves
- so don’t do it.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone
reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take
it with you.
Always
do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your
ignition. If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out
also
locks your transmission. And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember
to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them
in a storage area, or take them
with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best
to lock
it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition
key? What
if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box.
Lock the glove box.
Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
Then take the door key with you.
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Your vehicle may
have a console
compartment between
the bucket seats.
To
open it, just lift the top
of the console while
pressing the button
on
the driver’s side.
If you have an automatic transmission, your console includes a handy place
to hold beverage cups.
If you have a manual transmission, your console will
have a tray.
You may also have
storage pockets on the
back
of your power
bucket seats or
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split-bench seats.
To open your glove
box, squeeze the
buttons
on either side
of the keyhole
together and pull the
door open.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The inside of the door
also includes cup
holders. Use your
door key to lock your
glove
box. I
A narrow shelf under
your instrument panel
may be
used for items
such
as gloves or
small books.
You will find a storage
pocket on each of the
front doors. The
driver's door pocket
contains a coin holder
for your loose change.
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I. Side Window Defogger Vent
2. Rear Wiperwasher Switch
3. Instrument Cluster
4. Air ConditionerRIeater
5. Vents and A/C Outlet
6. Glove Box
7. Audio System
8. Rear Window Release Switch
9. Cigarette Lighter
10. Lap Cooler Vent
11. Hood Release Handle
12. Brake Release Handle
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You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box.
WHEELBASE
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1 Service Parts Identification DO NOT REMOVE ? I VEHICLE < IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
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1 PAINTTECHNOLOGY ORDER NUMBER
I i 0000000000000oO00 ’ OOOOO 00000 ARL AD2 A65 B6Y B9A B9K C60 D1B D36 E52 E6E E92 FLT GU1 JM7
K19 K64 LC3 MX1
M31 NA5 NB1 QMXVK3 VC2 VYI VY4 V73 Y19 ZJ7
6BJ 62L 62U 67D 671 679 7BJ 8HJ
9HJ
MODEL DESIGNATION
OPTlON CONTENT
EXTERIORCOLORS
It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:
0 your VIN,
the model designation,
0 paint information, and
0 a list of all production options and special equipment.
Be sure that this label is
not removed from the vehicle.
Add-on Lxtrical Equipment
NOTICE:
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Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check
with your dealer first. ,Some electrical equipment can damage
your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other
components from working as they should.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a
combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links in the
wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical
problems.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Steering Column Lock Operation - While parked, try to turn the key to
LOCK in each gear shift position.
0 With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only
0 With manual shift, the key should turn to LOCK only when you’re in
On vehicles with a key release lever, try to turn the key to
LOCK without
pressing the lever.
The key should turn to LOCK only with the key lever
depressed.
On all vehicles, the key should come out
only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Transmission
“P’ (Park) Mechanism Operation -
when the gear shift is in “P’ (Park).
“R” (Reverse).
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. :eping your
foot on the regular brake, set the manual parking brake.
0 To check the parking brake: With the engine running and the
transmission in
“N’ (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the
regular brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking
brake only.
To check the “P” (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Apply the regular
brake and shift to
“P” (Park). Release the manual parking brake, then
slowly release the regular brake.
Lap and Shoulder Belts Condition and Operation - Inspect belt system,
including: webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, guide loops and
anchors. Have a belt assembly replaced if the webbing has been cut or
otherwise damaged.
Body Lubrication Service - Lubricate all body door hinges including the
endgate, endgate handle pivot points, and endgate mounted spare tire carrier
(if equipped), lubricate the body hood,
fuel door and rear compartment
hinges, latches and locks including interior glove box and console doors,
and any moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever pivot and
prop rod pivot. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed
to
a corrosive environment.
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