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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
2
-2 Keys
2
-4 Door Locks
2
-6 Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
2
-9 Tailgate
2
-10 Theft
2
-11 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
2
-11 Ignition Positions
2
-13 Starting Your Engine
2
-14 Automatic Transmission Operation
2
-19 Manual Transmission Operation
2
-20 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
2
-22 Parking Brake
2
-23 Shifting Into PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission Only)
2
-25 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission Only)
2
-26 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission
Models Only)2
-27 Parking Over Things That Burn
2
-27 Engine Exhaust
2
-28 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
(Automatic Transmission)
2
-29 Windows
2
-30 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
2
-36 Exterior Lamps
2
-39 Interior Lamps
2
-40 Mirrors
2
-41 Storage Compartments
2
-47 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
2
-47 Sun Visors
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-48 Accessory Power Outlet (If Equipped)
2
-48 Convertible Top (If Equipped)
2
-56 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
2
-58 Instrument Panel Cluster
2
-59 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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A. Side Defroster Vent
B. Air Vent
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Instrument Cluster
E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
F. Hazard Switch
G. Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
H. Comfort Controls
I. Vent Shut
-off Thumbwheel
J. Audio System
K. AshtrayL. Shift Lever
M. Power Mode Switch (If Equipped)
N. Cigarette Lighter
O. Ignition Switch
P. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Q. Hood Release
R. Instrument Panel Brightness Control
S. Power Remote Control Mirror (If Equipped)
T. Cruise Control Button (If Equipped)
U. Coinholder
V. Rear Window Wiper/Washer (If Equipped)
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast
you're going, about how much fuel you have left, and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely
and economically.
JE±12±0034±X
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Ignition Positions 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Transmission Lock Check 7-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inflation, Tire 6-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror 2-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspections
Brake System 7
-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 7-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust Systems 7-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Axle 7-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Axle Boot 7-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Axle Seal 7-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Transmission Lock Check 7-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle 7-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering 7-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension 7-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Throttle Linkage 7-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Panel 2-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brightness Control 2-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 6-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cluster 2-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse Block 6-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lamps 2-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack, Tire 5-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump Starting 5-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key Lock Cylinders Service 7-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyless Entry System 2-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys 2-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Labels
Certification 4-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Parts Identification 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire
-Loading Information 4-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Identification Number 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lamps
Automatic Light Control 2
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dome 2-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior 2-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior 2-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Reminder 2-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leaving Your Vehicle 2-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 2-24 . . . . . . .
Lighter 2-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights
Air Bag Readiness 1
-25, 2-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning 2-62, 4-7 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake System Warning 2-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging System 2-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) 2-67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pressure 2-66, 6-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overdrive Off 2-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Indicator 2-67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Window Defogger 3-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Reminder 1-10, 2-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Engine Soon 2-64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading Your Vehicle 4-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lockable Storage Area 2-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locks
Door 2
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Door 6-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Transmission Lock Check 7-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key Lock Cylinder Service 7-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Door 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Door Security 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Window 2-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Long Trip, Before Leaving 4-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .