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To wash the window, push in on the switch. Window
washer fluid will continue to spray until the switch is
released. The wiper will continue with three more wipes
and then return to the setting that was chosen before the
lever was pushed.
The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as
the front windshield washer. If the fluid level is low in
the washer fluid bottle, you may not be able to wash
your rear window. If you can wash your windshield, but
not your rear window, check the fluid level.
Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can
maintain a speed of about
25 mph (40 km/h) or more
without keeping your foot
on the accelerator.This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does
not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h).
When you apply your brakes, cruise control shuts off.
CAUTION:

Cruise control can be dangerous where you
can't drive safely at a steady speed. So,
don't use your cruise control on winding
roads or in heavy traffic.

Cruise control can be dangerous on
slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes
in tire traction can cause needless wheel
spinning, and you could lose control. Don't
use cruise control on slippery roads.

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In order to calibrate, the letter ªCº must be displayed in
the mirror compass windows. If ªCº is not displayed,
push in the ªCOMPº button for approximately eight
seconds or until the letter ªCº is displayed.
The compass can be calibrated in one of two ways:

Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less
until the display reads a direction, or

Drive the vehicle on your everyday routine and after
several turns the compass will become calibrated and
will display a direction.
Compass Variance
The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.
It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate
for compass variance if you live outside zone eight.
Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance
cross
-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for
compass variance. Compass variance is the difference
between earth's magnetic north and true geographic
north. If not adjusted to account for compass variance,
your compass could give false readings.
To adjust for compass variance:
1. Press and hold the COMP button, located at the
bottom of the mirror, for three seconds until a zone
number appears in the display.2. Find your current location and variance zone number
on the following zone map.
3. Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror
until the new zone number appears in the display.
After you stop pressing the switch in, the display
will show a compass direction within a few seconds.

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The electric mirrors can be adjusted to point where you
want from inside the vehicle.
Select the mirror you want
to move by turning the
center of the switch, located
on the driver's door armrest,
to L (left) or R (right).
Then, adjust the mirror angle by pressing the outer
arrows on the switch until the mirror is adjusted where
you want it. The center position turns the electric
mirrors off.
The mirrors can also be folded forward or rearward. To
fold the mirror, push forward or rearward on the
mirror head.
Electrochromic Heated Outside
Rearview Mirrors
The outside rearview mirrors feature auto-dimming and
defrost modes.
To turn on the auto
-dimming feature, press and hold the
TEMP button on the inside rearview mirror for about 15
seconds. See ªElectrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror
with Compass, Temperature Display and Headlamp
Delayº in the Index for further information.
To turn on the defrost feature, press the rear window
defrost button. See ªRear Window Defoggerº in the
Index for further information.
Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the
driver's seat.

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One auxiliary power outlet
is located at the rear of the
center floor console, for rear
seat passengers to use.
Another auxiliary power
outlet is located in the rear
cargo area on the
passenger's side.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also swing them out to help block glare at the front
and side windows.
The visors have an extender on the inside edge. When
the visor is down, pull the extender out for extra glare
coverage at the front or side.
The visors also have mirrors with lights. The lights will
come on when you lift the mirror cover.

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A. Dome Override Switch
B. Lamp Controls
C. Air Outlets
D. Multifunction Lever
E. Instrument Panel Cluster
F. Gearshift Lever
G. Rear Window Wiper Washer Switch (If Equipped)
H. Audio System
I. Comfort Control System
J. Glove Box
K. AshtrayL. Cupholder
M. Auxiliary Power Outlets
N. Compact Disc Player
O. Electric Tailgate Glass Release (If Equipped)
P. Fog Lamp Switch
Q. Automatic Transfer Case Switch
R. Tilt Lever
S. Parking Brake Release
T. Hood Release
U. Fuse Block

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
3
-2 Comfort Controls
3
-3 Rear Air Conditioning
3
-4 Air Conditioning
3
-5 Heating
3
-5 Ventilation System
3
-6 Defogging and Defrosting
3
-6 Rear Window Defogger
3
-7 Audio Systems
3
-7 Setting the Clock
3
-8AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player3
-12 CD Adapter Kits
3
-12 Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
3
-14 Remote Compact Disc Player
3
-16 Console-Mounted CD Changer
3
-18 Theft-Deterrent Feature
3
-20 Understanding Radio Reception
3
-20 Tips About Your Audio System
3
-21 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
3
-22 Care of Your Compact Discs
3
-22 Fixed Mast Antenna

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REAR CONTROLS
To use the rear control, first turn the front control knob
to REAR CNTL. Then, the rear control can be used to
increase and decrease the airflow.
Air Conditioning
On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot
air inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for your
vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed
for the air conditioner to work its best.
The recirculation button, between the fan and
temperature knobs, allows the air inside your vehicle
to be recirculated. This setting helps to maximize
your air conditioner's performance and your vehicle's
fuel economy. This setting also cools the air the fastest and can be used
to keep unwanted odors and/or dust from entering the
vehicle. When using the air conditioner, turn off
recirculation after the vehicle reaches a comfortable
interior temperature. When the right knob on the control
panel is between HEATER and DEFROST, the
recirculation feature will not function.
The A/C button allows the air coming into your vehicle
to be cooled. This setting is useful for normal cooling on
hot days. When you use A/C with the recirculation
button pushed in, turn off recirculation as soon as the
vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature.
With the A/C on, move the temperature knob to MAX
for maximum cooling. This setting also puts the system
in the recirculation mode and helps to maximize your
air conditioner's performance and your vehicle's fuel
economy. This setting also cools the air the fastest. After
the vehicle's interior reaches a comfortable temperature,
move the temperature knob to the right to place the air
conditioning system in the normal mode.

3-5 Heating
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed
while using it. On cold days, use the HEATER or
VENT/HEAT setting with the temperature knob in
the red area.
If you use the engine coolant heater before starting your
engine in cold weather, 20
F (
-8
C) or lower, your
heating system will produce warmer air faster, to heat
the passenger compartment in cold weather.
The use of an engine coolant heater also reduces the
time it takes for the engine to reach normal operating
temperature, and shortens the time it takes the heater to
reach full output. For more information, see ªEngine
Coolant Heaterº in the Index.
Ventilation System
For mild outside temperatures when little heating or
cooling is needed, use VENT to direct outside air
through your vehicle. Air will flow through the
instrument panel outlets.
The ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside
of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows
closed, air will flow into the front air inlet grilles, through
the vehicle, and out the air exhaust valves.Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or
the air conditioning fan is running, unless you have the
recirculation button pushed in. For more information on
the recirculation button, see ªAir Conditioningº earlier
in this section.
Your vehicle has air outlets
in the center and on
the sides of your
instrument panel.
You can move the outlets from side
-to-side or up and
down to direct the flow of air, or close the outlets
altogether. When you close an outlet, it will increase the
flow of air coming out of any outlets that are open.
These outlets do not completely shut off airflow when in
a closed vent position.