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The rear defogger switch
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[CF09100(ALL)03/96]
To defrost the rear window:
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[CF09200(ALL)03/96]1.
Clear any snow or ice from the rear window.
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[CF09300(ALL)03/96]2.
Get in your vehicle and start the engine.
[CF09400(ALL)01/96]3.
Press the rear defogger switch.
[CF09500(ALL)01/96]
The defogger turns off automatically after 10 minutes. If the
window is not clear, turn the defogger on again. It will
automatically shut off anytime the engine is turned off or if the
switch is depressed a second time.
[CF09600(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: Operating the rear defogger will also turn on the
heated side view mirrors (if equipped).
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[CF09700(ALL)01/96]
Never use sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners to
clean the inside of your rear window. If you do, you may
damage the wires that are bonded to the inside of the rear
window, and cause damage to the rear window defogger.
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Indicator Light (If equipped)
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[CF22965(ALL)09/96]
Lights when either the SET ACCEL or RESUME switches are
pressed and remains lit until it is either disengaged or turned
off.
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Setting the Autolamp Delay System (If equipped)
[CF27301(ALL)10/96]
Autolamp delay allows the headlamps to remain on after the
vehicle is parked and the ignition is turned off. The slide knob
on the bottom of the mirror controls whether Autolamp is ON
or OFF as well as the length of the delay. The delay can be
adjusted from 1 second (far left position, but not OFF) up to 3
minutes (far right position). A green indicator on the lamp lets
you know that the headlamps are being controlled by the
Autolamp system.
[CF27700(ALL)10/96]
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The autolamp system
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Setting the autolamp
[CF27901(ALL)10/96]
The headlamps can be adjusted to turn on earlier or later in the
day according to the amount of outside light reaching the
sensor inside the mirror. To turn the headlamps on using
Autolamp, perform the following procedure.
[CF28001(ALL)10/96]1.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and place the
Autolamp slide knob to OFF.
[CF28011(ALL)10/96]2.
Press and hold the MODE switch throughout the procedure.
The MODE switch is located in a hole on the bottom left
side of the mirror. It can be accessed with a paper clip or
similar object.
[CF28021(ALL)10/96]3.
Slowly slide the Autolamp slide knob to the right until the
headlamps turn on. To have the headlamps turn on earlier,
go to step 4. To have the headlamps turn on later, go to step
5.
[CF28031(ALL)10/96]4.
Slowly slide the Autolamp slide knob to the left until the
headlamps turn off. Go to step 6.
[CF28041(ALL)10/96]5.
Slowly slide the Autolamp slide knob to the right until the
headlamps turn off. Go to step 6.
[CF28051(ALL)10/96]6.
Release the MODE switch. The new setting will be stored in
permanent memory. If further change is required, you must
repeat the procedure from the beginning.
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Front Dome Lamp
[CF28800(ALL)01/96]
Front dome lamp, rear cargo and second row reading lamp may
be turned on and off using the dimmer switch.
[CF28900(ALL)09/96]
The front dome lamp is located in the overhead console
between the driver and front passenger seats.
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Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
(If equipped)
[CF30700(ALL)10/96]
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The automatic non-glare mirror
[CF30801(ALL)10/96]
The electronic day/night mirror is equipped with a glare control
feature that automatically darkens the mirror to reduce glare
from headlamps of vehicles approaching from the rear. The
mirror will return to the normal state when glare is no longer
detected. There will be a slight delay before returning to the
normal state from the non-glare state to prevent excessive
changing of the mirror in traffic.
[CF30901(ALL)10/96]
To provide full visibility when backing your vehicle, the mirror
will not darken when you place the transaxle in R (Reverse).
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Illuminated Courtesy Mirror (If equipped)
[CF31500(ALL)12/95]
Your vehicle may have illuminated courtesy mirrors on the sun
visors. You can turn on the lighted mirrors by lifting the mirror
door cover.
[CF31600(ALL)12/95]
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The illuminated mirror on the sun visor
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Doors
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[CF31800(ALL)01/96]
For information on the liftgate refer to theLiftgatesection later
in this chapter.
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[CF31900(ALL)01/96]
Sliding Door
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[CF32000(ALL)01/96]
The sliding door allows rear seat passengers to enter and exit
easily.
[CF32100(ALL)01/96]
To open the sliding door from inside of the vehicle, pull the
handle toward the rear of the vehicle. The door will stay open if
you slide it all the way back until the detent at the bottom of
the door engages.
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The power quarter window switches
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Mirrors
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[CF37200(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Make sure you can see clearly through the rearview
mirror at all times. Do not block your vision. If you
cannot see through the mirror, it could result in a
collision, injuring yourself and others.
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[CF37300(ALL)01/96]
Side View Mirrors
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[CF37400(ALL)01/96]
Close your door and adjust the driver's seat to the most
comfortable position before you adjust the side view mirrors.
[CF37500(ALL)12/95]
If you have manually adjusting side view mirrors, you can
adjust them in any direction by moving the mirror glass. The
mirror heads should be folded rearward to prevent damage
when using an automatic car wash.
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NOTE: Be careful. The convex side view mirror on the right
makes objects appear smaller and farther away than
they actually are. Use the inside rearview mirror (or
look behind you) to determine the actual size and
distance of objects that appear in the convex mirror.
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[CF37700(ALL)01/96]
Dual Electric Remote Controlled Mirrors (If equipped)
[CF37800(ALL)12/95]
If you have power side view mirrors, you can adjust them in
any direction by using the mirror controls on the door panel.
[CF37900(ALL)09/96]
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The electric mirror controls
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To adjust the remote controlled side mirrors:
[CF38100(ALL)12/95]1.
Select the right or left mirror by sliding the selector lever
towards the right arrow or the left arrow.
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[CF38200(ALL)01/96]2.
Move the control knob in the direction you want to move
the mirror.
[CF38300(ALL)12/95]3.
Return the selector lever to the middle position to keep the
mirror in place.
[CF38400(ALL)12/95]
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Operating the electric mirrors
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