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Controls and Features
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The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided
into several different sections. Illustrations are provided for the
major parts of the instrument panel that are explained in this
chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles.
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The controls for the climate control systems, headlamps, dim
switch, rear window defogger, fog lamps, power rear quarter
windows, Traction Control, clock/radio and the rear window
washer and wiper are all on the instrument panel.
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Your vehicle is designed with innovative and state-of-the-art
features. Understanding how these features work can make
driving your vehicle more comfortable.
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NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine)
of the upper part of the instrument panel should be
avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect
the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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Climate Control Systems
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Your vehicle is equipped with a control assembly designed to
handle either a combination A/C-Heater System or a
Heater-Only System. Main Heater Systems are standard
equipment. Main A/C-Heater Systems, and Main and Rear
A/C-Heater Systems are optional.
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If your vehicle has a rear system, the front control will be
equipped with a rear fan control knob plus another fan speed
control knob which is installed in the rear.
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Instrument Panel Registers
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There are four registers in the instrument panel. Each of these
registers contain a louver assembly which can be manually
adjusted to direct airflow UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT. Each
register in the instrument panel also has a thumbwheel that
allows you to open or close each register. The defroster outlets
are located on the top of the instrument panel while the floor
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Inm(OFF), air supply is shut off from all outlets and all
blower motor operation is stopped. Use this setting when
driving through an area where outside air is unpleasant or
dusty.
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Operating with the Function Selector Control in off or in
Max A/C for extended periods of time in cold weather
can result in fog buildup on interior glass surfaces.
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This fogging can make it difficult to see the road for safe
driving. Operating in the A/C,Q(PANEL),S
(PANEL/FLOOR),R(FLOOR),P(DEFROST/FLOOR) and
V(DEFROST) positions will help prevent fogging. Adjust the
temperature as necessary for comfort.
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InS(PANEL/FLOOR), approximately equal amounts of
airflow are directed to the instrument panel registers and the
floor outlets. This setting will engage the A/C compressor, thus
providing you with an additional A/C mode.
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InR(FLOOR), most of the system's air supply is directed to
the floor outlets with a small amount going to the windshield
and side window demisters.
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InP(DEFROST/FLOOR), approximately equal amounts of air
are directed to the windshield and floor outlets with a small
amount to the side windows.
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NOTE: If outside air temperatures are above approximately
45ÊF (7ÊC), theP(DEFROST/FLOOR) andV
(DEFROST) positions will also automatically engage
the air-conditioning compressor in order to reduce the
humidity in the air and aid in clearing the inside
glass. Adjust the Temperature Control Knob as
necessary for comfort.
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Turning On the Heat
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Heat will not be available until the engine has been running for
sufficient time as indicated by the engine coolant temperature
gauge.
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To heat the inside of your vehicle:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toR(FLOOR). Outside
air is drawn in and directed into the passenger compartment
through the floor outlets. Small quantities of air are also
directed to the defrost and side window demist outlets.
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob toward the WARM
(red) area.
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Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the speed of your choice. When
your vehicle warms up, you may want to set the Fan Speed
Knob to a lower speed, or adjust the Temperature Control
Knob to a lower setting to maintain a comfortable
temperature.
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To defrost the windshield and side windows:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toV(DEFROST), turn the
Temperature Control Knob to the WARM (red) area and turn
the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
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To heat and defrost at the same time:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toP
(DEFROST/FLOOR),turn the Temperature Control Knob and
the Fan Speed Knob to provide the temperature and fan
speed you prefer.
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Do not place objects under the front seats unless your vehicle is
equipped with an under seat storage tray. Improperly stored
objects will interfere with the flow of air to the back seats.
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Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the area below the
windshield on the outside of your vehicle. They could block the
air intake.
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Turning on the Air Conditioner
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To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob to MAX A/C.
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
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Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
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If your vehicle is equipped with the rear passenger
compartment air conditioning unit, it will be on when the
front system is on MAX A/C, A/C or PANEL/FLOOR and
the rear climate control knob is set to REAR CTRL, and any
fan speed on the blue side. Refer to the previous section for
an explanation of the heating system.
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Adjust your instrument panel registers.
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If the inside of your vehicle is very warm, you may want to
drive for a few minutes with the windows down and the air
conditioner on. This forces most of the hot, stale air out of
the vehicle and allows the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
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The air conditioner may be used to cool the outside air being
drawn into your vehicle, but using recirculated air is more
economical and cools your vehicle more quickly.
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Cooling your vehicle with outside air
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Cooling your vehicle with air conditioned outside air is quieter
but less economical than using recirculated air. It also has less
cooling capacity.
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To cool your vehicle with outside air:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob to the A/C orS
(PANEL/FLOOR).
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
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If an A/C mode is chosen on the Function Selector Knob and
the Rear Control Knob is in a cool mode (blue dots), rear
passengers will receive FULL COOL (air-conditioned) air out of
the side and upper rear registers. If a non-A/C mode is chosen
on the Function Selector Knob and the Rear Control Knob is in
a cool mode (blue dots), rear passengers will receive recirculated
air out of the side and upper rear registers. If the Rear Control
Knob is in a heat mode (red dots), rear passengers will receive
FULL WARM air out of the floor registers.
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Rear passengers do not have the ability to adjust the
temperature or select the location of the airflow from the
auxiliary climate control system. Rear passengers can adjust the
Rear Fan Speed Control Knob and air discharge (adjust
registers) for comfort.
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NOTE: For maximum heating and cooling for front seat
passengers, set the rear fan switch to them(OFF)
position.
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Liftgate Window Features
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Rear Window Defogger (If equipped)
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The defogger for the rear liftgate window clears frost, fog, or
thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window.
The defogger operates with the ignition in the ON position.
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The control switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the steering column and below the climate control
system.
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The rear defogger switch
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To defrost the rear window:
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Clear any snow or ice from the rear window.
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Get in your vehicle and start the engine.
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Press the rear defogger switch.
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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.
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NOTE: Operating the rear defogger will also turn on the
heated side view mirrors (if equipped).
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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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Rear Wiper and Washer (If equipped)
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The controls for the rear wiper and washer can be found on the
instrument panel to the right of the instrument cluster below the
climate control system. The rear wiper and washer controls
operate with the ignition in the ACC or ON positions.
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The rear wiper switches
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To operate the rear wiper, press the rear wiper switch. If the
front wipers are off, on intermittent or low speed operation, the
rear wiper will have an intermittent operation. If the front
wipers are in high speed operation, the rear wiper will
continuously operate.
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The rear wiper will also perform one wipe of the rear window
when the front wipers are in intermittent or low speed
operation and the transaxle is shifted into R (Reverse). If the
front wipers are in high speed operation and the transaxle is
shifted into R (Reverse), the rear wiper will continuously
operate.
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Do not activate the washer for longer than fifteen seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer pump system.
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The power door lock switch in the cargo area
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NOTE: If the sliding door is open when all doors are locked
with the power door lock switch, the sliding door
automatically locks when it is closed.
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You can manually lock and unlock the doors using the manual
door locks to override the power locks.
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Windows
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Power Windows with Accessory Delay (If equipped)
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Both of the front doors have a power control that opens and
closes the window on that door. The driver's door has master
controls that operate both front door windows. You must
initially place the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position to
use your power window controls. The Accessory Delay function
also allows the power windows to be operated for up to 30
seconds after the ignition key is removed or taken out of the
ON or ACC position. Accessory Delay will be cancelled,
however, if either of the front doors are opened.
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