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Heating and Air Conditioning System
(If equipped)
[IP06900(ALL)07/93]
You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost
the windshield, and turn on the air conditioning
by using the climate controls on the center of
the instrument panel.
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The heating and air conditioning controls
[IP07400(ALL)06/93]
Refer toTips for Controlling the Temperature in
Your Vehiclein the previous section for hints on
temperature control.
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Turning on the heat
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[IP07405(ALL)06/95]
To heat the inside of your vehicle:
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1. Move the function selector lever to PANEL,
PNL/FLR, FLOOR, FLR/DEF, orV
(Defrost). SeeThe controlsearlier in this
chapter for a description of these positions.
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2. Move the temperature control lever to the
red (warm) area or to the desired
temperature.
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3. Set the fan at the desired speed.
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Heating and defrosting at the same time
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1. Position the function selector lever to
FLR/DEF.
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2. Move the temperature lever to the red
(warm) area or to the desired temperature.
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3. Set the fan speed at 4.
[IP07460(ALL)06/93]
To defrost the windshield and side
windows:
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1. Move the function selector lever to theV
(defrost) symbol.
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When the defrost symbol is selected, most of
the air is directed to the windshield and a
small amount is directed toward the side
windows. The defrost mode also helps defog
interior window surfaces.
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2. Move the temperature control lever to the
red (warm) area or to the desired
temperature.
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NOTE: In temperatures greater than45ÊF (7ÊC),
press the A/C button on in order to
dehumidify the incoming air and
enhance defogging performance.
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3. Set the fan speed at 4.
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Turning on the air conditioning
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To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather:
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1. Press the A/C button.
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2. Move the temperature control lever to the
blue (cool) area.
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148 [IP07710(ALL)06/94]3. Move the function selector lever to the MAX
A/C position.
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When the function selector lever is in the
MAX A/C position, cooled interior air is
recirculated through the system. This
position is more economical than continually
cooling outside air.
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4. Set the fan at the desired speed.
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If the inside of your vehicle is very warm,
drive for a few minutes with the windows
down. This forces most of the hot, stale air
out of the vehicle and helps the air
conditioning cool the vehicle faster.
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Cooling your vehicle with outside air
[IP09350(ALL)06/94]
Use any function selector lever position except
for MAX A/C to cool your vehicle with outside
air. Cooling your vehicle in this way brings in
outside air and is quieter but less economical
than using recirculated air.
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To cool your vehicle using outside air:
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1. Press the A/C button.
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2. Move the function control lever to PANEL
or to the desired position.
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3. Move the temperature control lever to the
blue (cool) area.
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4. Set the fan at the desired speed.
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To ventilate your vehicle with outside air
[IP11150(ALL)07/93]
In mild weather, use the outside, cooler air to
ventilate the vehicle. You will get better fuel
economy by not using the air conditioning.
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To ventilate your vehicle using the vents:
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1. Be sure that the A/C is off.
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2. Move the function selector lever to PANEL.
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When PANEL is selected, outside air is
directed out the instrument panel registers.
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3. Move the temperature control lever to the
blue (cool) area or to the desired
temperature.
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4. Set the fan at the desired speed.
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Bi-level operation:
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1. Move the function selector lever to the
PNL/FLR position.
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2. Turn on the air conditioning, if desired.
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3. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired temperature.
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NOTE: The temperature of the air coming
from the panel vents will be cooler
than the temperature of the air coming
from the floor vents. The difference in
temperatures can be controlled by
adjusting the temperature control lever.
The maximum difference in
temperatures will occur when the
temperature control lever is in the
center range (between the red [warm]
and blue [cool] positions). This feature
is especially useful on cool yet sunny
days, when the vehicle is warmed by
the sun yet you desire warmer air at
your feet.
[IP20500(ALL)10/93]
4. Set the fan at the desired speed.
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If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
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Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeStarting your vehicle's fuel-injected
enginein the Index.
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Working with the engine off:
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1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in Park
(automatic transaxle) or First (manual
transaxle).
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2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Choosing the Right Fuel
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Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle.
Using leaded fuel is prohibited by federal law.
Your warranty may not apply if your vehicle is
damaged because you used the wrong fuel.
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[SV07700(ALL)08/95]
Vehicle inspection programs may detect
misfueling. Under these circumstances, you may
be required by law to make costly repairs at
your own expense.
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[SV08750(ALL)05/95]
Octane Recommendations
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[SV08800(ALL)06/95]
Your vehicle is designed to use regular fuel with
an octane rating of 87. In most cases it is not
necessary to use a fuel with an octane rating
higher than 87. At service stations, the octane
rating is displayed in a label on the pumps.
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In some parts of the country, ªregularº grade
fuels are sold with octane ratings of 86 or even
less, especially in high altitude areas. We
recommend that you do not use these fuels.
Always use a fuel with an octane rating of 87,
even if it is sold as a ªmidgradeº or ªpremium.º
[SV08985(ALL)06/95]
Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when
you accelerate. However, if a fuel with the
recommended rating knocks heavily under all
driving conditions or knocks lightly driving at
cruising speed on level roads, see your dealer or
a qualified service technician. Persistent, heavy
knocking can damage the engine.
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Fuel Quality
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[SV09475(ALL)06/95]
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or
hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it
may be caused by fuel with low volatility. Try a
different brand of fuel. If the condition persists,
see your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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[SV09477(ALL)08/95]
Using a high-quality fuel makes your vehicle
more responsive and maintains its good fuel
economy and emissions by:
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protecting your fuel system from rusting.
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protecting your fuel lines from freezing.
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improving vehicle starting and warm-up.
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protecting the fuel system from vapor lock in
very hot weather, which causes the engine to
hesitate or stall and makes restarts difficult.
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minimizing deposits in fuel injectors,
combustion chambers and on intake valves.
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preventing the fuel system from ªgumming
upº when your vehicle is not used for long
periods of time.
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It should not be necessary to add any
aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you
continue to use a high-quality fuel.
[SV09520(ALL)06/95]Gasolines for Clean Air
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[SV09530(ALL)04/95]
Fuels in certain areas of the country are required
to contain oxygenates to improve air quality.
Common oxygenates are ethanol or grain alcohol
(blended at no more than 10%), methanol or
wood alcohol (blended at no more than 5% with
cosolvents and additives) and MTBE or methyl
tertiary butyl ether (blended at no more than
15%).
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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
Testing
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In some localities it may become a legal
requirement to pass an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) II system. If the
vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has
just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to
a not ready for I/M testing condition. To
prepare for I/M testing, the law specifies a
ªneed for additional mixed city and highway
driving to complete the checkº of the OBD II
system. As soon as all of the OBD II system
checks are successfully completed, the OBD II
system is set to the ready condition. The amount
of driving required to reach the ready condition
varies with individual driving patterns. To
complete this requirement in the minimum
amount of time, refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle
defined below. If the vehicle owner cannot or
does not want to do the additional driving
required by law, a service center can perform
this drive cycle as it would any other type of
repair work.
[SV42415(ALL)09/95]
OBD II Drive Cycle (1.9L Engine only)
[SV42416(ALL)08/95]
The following steps must be run in the order
shown. If any steps are interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is
acceptable between steps.
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NOTE: Always drive vehicle in a safe manner
according to traffic conditions and obey
all traffic laws.
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