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[DR16800(ALL)05/95]
If your vehicle does not have anti-lock brakes,
extreme braking can make the wheels lock and
slide, causing you to lose control of the steering.
If the wheels lock, release the brake pedal and
repeat the ºsqueezeª technique.
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[DR16900(ALL)05/95]
Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake
pedal; you will wear out the linings and increase
your vehicle's stopping distance. Brake rotor
damage may also eventually occur.
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[DR17000(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you are driving down a long or steep
hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply
your brakes continuously, as they may
overheat and become less effective.
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[DR17100(ALL)02/95]
Occasional brake squeal during light to moderate
stops does not affect the function of the brake
system and is normal. However, if the squeal
becomes annoyingly loud or increases
significantly in frequency of occurrence, return
the vehicle to your dealer for inspection.
[DR17200(ALL)09/89]
The high-mount brakelamp will light when you
apply the brakes.
[DR17300(ALL)05/95]Anti-lock Brake System
(If equipped)
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[DR17325(ALL)11/94]
Your vehicle may come with the optional
anti-lock brake system. Whenever your wheels
start to lock (which could result in a skid) the
anti-lock brake system prevents the lock-up by
automatically releasing and re-applying the
brakes. The brake pedal will pulsate as a result
of the automatic releasing and re-applying of the
brakes. In spite of this improvement in braking
performance, you should continue to be cautious
in all hazardous driving situations, especially
when driving on hazardous road surfaces. Even
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[DR18400(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or
in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
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[DR18475(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
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[DR18600(ALL)03/95]
Always check the Brake Warning Light each
time you start your engine. Driving with the
parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear
out quickly and will reduce the fuel economy.
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[DR18700(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
If the parking brake is fully released, but
the Brake System light remains on, have
the brakes checked immediately. They
may not be working properly.
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[DR18800(ALL)11/91]
RWARNING
To prevent personal injury, do not release
the parking brake while outside the
vehicle.
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[DR19000(ALL)06/95]
The parking brake is not designed to stop a
moving vehicle, but you can use the parking
brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if
the normal brakes fail. However, since the
parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the
stopping distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely
affected.
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quarter page art:0070177-AAnti-theft lug nut and key
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[RE13300(ALL)03/95]
Removing the anti-theft lug nut
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[RE13500(ALL)03/95]
Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make
sure that you hold the key square to the lug nut.
If you hold the key on an angle, you may
damage the key and the lug nut.
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[RE13600(ALL)03/95]
Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key
and apply pressure on the key with the wrench.
Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction
to remove the lug nut.
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[RE13650(ALL)09/95]
Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut
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[RE13700(ALL)03/95]
Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Place the
lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and, while
applying pressure on the key, install the lug nut.
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[RE15100(ALL)12/91]
If the Engine Cranks but Does
Not Start or Starting After a
Collision
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[RE15150(ALL)07/95]
The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
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[RE15200(ALL)07/95]
If the engine cranks but does not start or if you
have had a collision, the fuel pump shut-off
switch may have been triggered. The shut-off
switch is a device that stops the fuel pump
when your vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
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[RE15250(ALL)07/95]
For information on how to check and reset the
fuel pump shut-off switch, seeFuel pump shut-off
switchin the Index.
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[SV10237(ALL)08/95]
If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº or
other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of
alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a
gasoline-methanol blend may cause the same
kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic
beverage. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness could result. Consult
a physician promptly if you experience an
adverse reaction.
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[SV11300(ALL)05/95]
Running Out of Fuel
[SV11325(ALL)08/95]
NOTE: Avoid running out of fuel because this
situation may have an adverse effect on
modern powertrain components.
[SV11350(ALL)08/95]
If your vehicle runs out of fuel, try to stop on
level ground away from traffic. The engine may
be restarted by adding at least one (1) gallon
(four liters) of fuel to the fuel tank. If the vehicle
is not level, up to three (3) gallons (12 liters) of
fuel may be required to start the engine.
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[SV11550(ALL)07/95]
You may need to crank the engine several times
before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from
the tank to the engine.
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[SV11580(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Never pour fuel in the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result in
fire and personal injury.
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[SV11600(ALL)05/95]
Fuel Economy
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[SV11700(ALL)07/95]
Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of
your vehicle and can be calculated as Miles Per
Gallon (MPG) or Liters Per 100 Kilometers
(L/100K). Do not calculate the fuel economy
during your vehicle's break-in period. This
would not be an accurate estimate of how much
fuel your vehicle will normally use.
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[SV42420(ALL)07/95]
The engine must be warmed up and at
operating temperature before proceeding with
the drive modes of the following OBD II Drive
Cycle.
[SV42425(ALL)08/95]
1. Start the engine. Drive the vehicle or idle in
neutral for 4 minutes.
[SV42430(ALL)08/95]
2. Idle the vehicle in D (drive) (neutral for
manual transaxles) for 40 seconds.
[SV42435(ALL)08/95]
3. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 mph (55 km/h)
(manual transaxles upshift from 1st to 3rd
gear) at 1/2 to 3/4 throttle for 10 seconds.
[SV42440(ALL)08/95]
4. Drive the vehicle with a steady throttle at
35 mph (55 km/h) (manual transaxles use
3rd gear) for 30 seconds.
[SV42445(ALL)08/95]
5. Idle the vehicle in D (drive) (neutral for
manual transaxles) for 40 seconds.
[SV42450(ALL)08/95]
6. Continue to drive the vehicle in city traffic at
speeds between 25 and 40 mph
(40-64 km/h) (manual transaxles primarily
use 3rd and 4th gear when possible) for 15
minutes. During the 15 minute drive cycle
the following modes must be achieved:
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[SV42455(ALL)07/95]
a. at least 5 stop and idle modes at 10
seconds each
[SV42460(ALL)06/95]
b. acceleration from idles at 1/2 to 3/4
throttle position, and
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[SV42465(ALL)07/95]
c. choose 3 different speeds to do 1.5
minute steady state throttle drives.
[SV42470(ALL)08/95]
7. Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and
60 mph (72-97 km/h) (manual transaxles
upshift to 5th gear). This should take
approximately 5 minutes.
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