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Balance control allows you to adjust the
sound distribution between the right and left
speakers. Push the ªAUDIOº button
repeatedly until the display reads ªBAL.º
Push the right (+) side of the ªVOLUMEº
button to shift the sound to the right
speakers, and push the left (S) side to shift
the sound to the left speakers.
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Adjusting speaker fader
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Fade control allows you to adjust the sound
distribution between the front and rear
speakers. Push the ªAUDIOº button
repeatedly until the display reads ªFADE.º
Push the right (+) side of the ªVOLUMEº
button to shift the sound to the front
speakers, and push the left (S) side to shift
the sound to the rear speakers.
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NOTE: Illuminated bars show relative levels of
bass and treble and positions of
speaker balance and fader functions
after adjustments are made, then revert
to volume level set.
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Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape
Player
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How to insert a tape
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Insert a cassette (with the open edge to the
right) firmly into the tape door opening, making
sure the cassette is completely in and ªseated.º
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NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded with the
ignition on whether or not the radio
power is on.
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Seating and Safety
Restraints
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Seats
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Adjusting the Front Seat Manually
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To move the front seat forward or rearward:
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1. Find the adjustment lever at the lower left
corner of the front seat.
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2. Push the lever to the left to unlatch the seat.
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3. Move the seat to the desired position.
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4. Release the lever to latch the seat in its new
position. Make sure the seat locks securely in
place.
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Adjusting bucket seat
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Reclining Bucket Seats
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You can tilt the seat back of your bucket seats
backward.
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1. On the outboard side of the seat, lift the
recliner handle up and hold it in place.
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2. Lean against the back of the seat and adjust
it to the position you want.
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3. Release the handle to lock the seat back in
place.
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4. To return the seat back upright, lift the
handle and lean forward.
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Lifting the seat-back adjustment lever of an
unoccupied seat will allow the seat back to fold
forward for access to the rear. Pushing the seat
back backward with the handle released returns
the seat upright.
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While you are fastened in the seat belt, the
combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to
your movement. However, if you brake hard,
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While you are fastened in the seat belt, the
combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to
your movement. However, if you brake hard,
turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact
of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the lap and
shoulder belt will become locked and help
reduce your forward movement.
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
(If equipped)
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Driver and right front passenger
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The driver and right front passenger shoulder
belt height is adjustable to one of five (5)
positions.
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To adjust the belt down, push the release button
on the adjuster down and slide the adjuster
down. Then release the button and make sure
the adjuster is firmly in one of the positions. To
adjust the belt up, slide the adjuster up. (You do
not have to push the release button.) Slide it up
or down until the belt rests across the middle of
your shoulder.
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Position the shoulder belt height adjuster
so that the belt rests across the middle of
your shoulder. Be sure the shoulder belt is
properly positioned on your shoulder each
time you use the belt. If the shoulder belt
is off your shoulder, on your upper arm
or neck, there is a greater risk of severe
injury in a collision.
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NOTE: Be sure the belt is properly positioned
on your shoulder each time you use
the belt.
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RWARNING
Modifications to the suspension spring
rates and/or vehicle ride height may
adversely affect vehicle stopping ability.
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If Brakes Pull
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rates and/or vehicle ride height may
adversely affect vehicle stopping ability.
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If Brakes Pull
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rates and/or vehicle ride height may
adversely affect vehicle stopping ability.
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If Brakes Pull
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Check tire pressure.
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Perform the self-adjustment procedure
described underIf Brakes Do Not Grip Well or
Pedal is ªLow.º
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If pull occurs during the first 500 miles
(800 km), make 10 moderately fast stops from
40 mph (65 km/h) and then perform the
self-adjustment procedure above. It may be
necessary to repeat this operation to properly
seat new brake linings and pads.
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Stopping Distances
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Stopping distances vary with different loads and
driving conditions. Use caution when
encountering new conditions and acquaint
yourself with vehicle performance. Take full
advantage of engine braking power when
slowing down.
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Applying the Brakes
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Apply the brake pedal gradually. Use the
ªsqueezeº technique Ð push on the brake pedal
with a steadily increasing force. This allows the
wheels to continue to roll while you are slowing
down, which lets you steer properly.
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Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake
pedal. This will increase your vehicle's stopping
distance and may also cause brake damage.
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