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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.
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-2 Keys
2
-4 Door Locks
2
-6 Keyless Entry System
2
-9 Liftgate/Liftglass
2
-10 Theft
2
-11 Content Theft-Deterrent
2
-12 Passlock

2-13 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
2
-13 Ignition Positions
2
-15 Starting Your Engine
2
-16 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
2
-17 Automatic Transmission Operation
2
-20 Parking Brake
2
-21 Shifting Into PARK (P)
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-23 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
2
-24 Parking Over Things That Burn
2
-25 Engine Exhaust
2
-25 Running Your Engine While You're Parked2
-26 Locking Rear Axle
2
-26 All-Wheel Drive
2
-27 Windows
2
-27 Horn
2
-28 Tilt Wheel
2
-28 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
2
-35 Exterior Lamps
2
-37 Interior Lamps
2
-39 Mirrors
2
-41 Storage Compartments
2
-48 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
2
-49 Sun Visors
2
-50 Accessory Power Outlets
2
-50 Sunroof (If Equipped)
2
-51 Universal Transmitter
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-55 Instrument Panel
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-56 Instrument Panel Cluster
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-58 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

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NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if
so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the
key hard. But turn the key only with your hand.
Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch. If none of this works, then your
vehicle needs service.
Retained Accessory Power
Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features
of your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes
after the ignition key is turned to OFF.
Your radio, power windows, sunroof and overhead
console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or
ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from RUN to
OFF, these features will continue to work for up to 20
minutes or until a door is opened.
Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won't start in any other position
-- that's a
safety feature. To restart when you're already moving,
use NEUTRAL (N) only.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is
moving. If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your
vehicle is stopped.
1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let
go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your
engine gets warm.

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Accessory Power Outlets
With the accessory power outlets, you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power
outlets are located near the center of the vehicle on the
lower part of the instrument panel. Just remove the plug
from the outlet and follow the proper installation
instructions that are included with any electrical
equipment you install.
These circuits are protected by a fuse and have
maximum current levels.
NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlets,
maximum electrical load must not exceed 20
amps. Always turn off any electrical equipment
when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on
for extended periods will drain your battery.
Sunroof (Option)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding
sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition or
RAP needs to be on. See ªRetained Accessory Powerº
in the Index.
Press and release the rear side of the button in the mini
console to open the sunroof. You can press the forward
side of the button to close the sunroof. Once the sunroof
is closed, press the forward side of the button to open
the sunroof to the vent position.
The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you
can pull forward to block sun rays.

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Steering 4-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In Emergencies 4-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 4-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel, Tilt 2-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Wheel Controls 3-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage Compartments 2-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage, Vehicle 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun Visors 2-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunglasses Storage 2-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunroof 2-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols, Vehicle vi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer 2-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Player Care 3-22, 7-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Temperature Display 2-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft 2-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THEFTLOCK
3-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat 6-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Third Gear 2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt Steering Wheel 2-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time, Setting 3-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Chains 6-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Inflation Check 7-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Loading 4-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tires 6-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tires 6-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alignment and Balance 6-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Buying New 6-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a Flat 5-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning 6
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Inflation 6-38, 7-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Rotation 6-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure 6-38, 7-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Temperature 6-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traction 6-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Treadwear 6-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Uniform Quality Grading 6-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wear Indicators 6-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Top Strap 1-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Torque Lock 2-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Torque, Wheel Nut 5-25, 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a Trailer 4-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing Your Vehicle 5-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer
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Driving on Grades 4-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving with a Trailer 4-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hitches 4-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance When Towing 4-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking on Hills 4-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Chains 4-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tongue Weight 4-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Total Weight on Tires 4-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 4-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signals 4-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weight 4-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Harness 4-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Case 6-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Fluid 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission, Shifting 2-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmitters, Keyless Entry 2-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transportation, Courtesy 8-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .