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Interio
r Feature s
Keys and Ignition .......... 97
Steering Column Lock/
Ignition Switch ........ 97 LOCK .............. 97
ACC ................ 97
ON ................. 97START .............. 97
Key Removal ........... 98
Key Reminder .......... 98
Guard Against Theft ..... 98
Locks ................... 99 Power Door Locks ...... 100
Child-Safe Door Locks .. 101
Mirrors ................. 101 Interior Mirror ......... 101Power Mirrors ......... 101Vanity Mirror .......... 102 Power Windows .......... 103
Checking the CircuitBreaker ............. 104
Tailgate ................ 104 Operation ............. 104
Hood Release ............ 105
Interior Lights ........... 107 Luggage Light ......... 107Dome Light ........... 107
Courtesy Lights ........ 108
Map Lights............ 108
Moonroof ............... 108 Conveniences ............ 109
Beverage Holder ....... 109
Sun Visor ............. 110Glove Box ............ 110
Assist Grip ............ 111
Horn Button ........... 11
Tilt Steering Wheel ..... 1
11
1
Cigarette Lighte
r ....... 112
Ashtrays .............. 112
Accessory Power Outlets . 113
Interio r Feature s
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Seat-bac
k latche s — Seat-back
latches are designed to prevent
forward motion of the seat-back when the vehicle stops suddenly.
Check to see that the seat-backlatches are holding by pulling
forward on the top of the folding
seat-back.
Also check to see that the
reclining seats are operating properly.
Light s an d beepers — Check
panel lighting, warning lights, and
the seat belt reminder light and
beeper. Also check the key beeper and interior lights. On the outside,
check the license plate light, sidemarker lights, headlights, parking
lights, taillights, brake lights, turnsignals, backup lights and hazard
warning flashers. Have the
headlight aim checked promptly if the beams seem to be aimed
improperly.
Glas
s — Check for broken,
scratched or damaged glass that
could reduce visibility or cause injury.
Doo r latches — Check that the
doors close, latch and lock
securely.
Hoo d latc h — Check that the
hood closes firmly. Check for
broken, damaged, or missing parts that might prevent secure
latching. Make sure the secondarylatch keeps the hood from
opening all the way when first
released.
Flui
d leaks — Check for fuel,
water, oil or other fluid leaks by
looking at the surface beneath the
vehicle after it has been parked
for awhile. Water dripping from
the air conditioning system after use is normal. If you notice
gasoline fumes or fluid at any
time, locate the source and have it
corrected at once.
Spar e tir e an d jac k — Check that
the spare tire and all jack gear are securely stowed at all times.
Tailgat e latc h — Check that the
tailgate closes, latches and locks
securely.
Car e an d Maintenanc e
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Inde
x
ABS. See Anti-Lock Brake
System
Accessories, Installation .... 169
ACCESSORY
(Ignition Key Position) ...... 97
Accessory Power Outlets ..... 113
Adding AutomaticTransmission Fluid .... 212
Brake Fluid ............ 215
Clutch Fluid ............ 219
Engine Oil ............ 208
Manual Transmission Fluid .... 211
Power Steering Fluid ..... 219
Radiator Coolant ........ 214
Windshield Washer Fluid ..
194
Adjustments
Head
Restraints .......... 12
Mirrors
Exterior ............ 101Interior ............. 101
Power. ............. 101
Seat-Backs .......... 11,
89
Reclining the Rear ...... 93
Seats, Front ......... 10,
89
Steering Wheel ..... 15,
111
Adults, Protecting ........... 10
Airbags (SRS) ............. 7
Serious Risk to Children .... 19
Air Cleaner Filter ......
166, 210
Air Conditioning
Maintenance ........... 217
Usage ................. 116
Air Filter. See Air Cleaner Filter
Air Outlets (Vents) ......... 120
Air Pressure, Tires ......... 235
Alcohol and Driving ........ 4
Alcohol in Gasoline ........ 196
Alternator Belt. See Drive Belts
Antifreeze ................ 213
Anti-Lock Brake System
Indicator Lights .......... 65
Operation .............. 155
Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock ..... 98
System .................
..... 148
Appearance Care. See Cleaning
Ashtray .................. 112
Assist Grip ..............
111
Audio System ............. 121
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Change Oil
How to ................ 208
When ......... 200, 201, 207
Changing a Flat Tire ....... 182 Lifting Points ........... 183
Changing Engine Coolant .. . 214
Charging System Indicator ... 60
Check Engine Light ......... 61
Checking Battery Condition ....... 194
Brake Fluid ............ 219
Clutch Fluid ............ 219
Engine Belts ............ 218
Engine Coolant ..... 213, 214
Engine Oil ............ 209 5-Speed Manual Transmission Fluid .... 211
Fuses .............
189, 236
Power Steering Fluid .....
219
Radiator Coolan
t ....... 213
Shift-on-the-Fly
System Fluid .......... 216
Tire Pressure ........... 194
Windshield Wipers ..... 205
Checklist, Before Driving ... 152
Children, Protecting .......... 18
Child-Safe Door Locks .... 101
Child Seats, General Guidelines ......... 21
Cigarette Lighter .......... 112
Circuit Breaker, Checking the 104
Cleaner, Air ............. 210
Cleaning Exterior ............... 220
Interior ................ 222Seat Belts .............. 225
Vinyl ................. 225 Clock, Setting the .......... 149
Clutch Fluid .............. 219
CO in the Exhaust ......
44, 245
Consumer Information ...... 242 Control Locations .......... 54
Controls, Instruments and .... 53
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Hazard Warning .......... 74
Headlights ............. 70
Illumination Control ..... 71
Rear Window Defogger .... 72
Steering Wheel Adjustment 111
Turn Signals ............. 73
Windshield Wiper/Washer . 68
Rear Window Wiper/
Washer ............. 72
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Hot Coolant, Warning About . 214
Hydroplaning ............. 164
Identification Number,
Vehicle ................. 228
If Your Vehicle Has to Be
Towed .................. 187
Ignition Keys ................... 97Switch ................. 97
Timing Control System . . . 246
Illumination Control ....... 71 Important Safety Precautions ... 4
Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel .......... 55
Indicators and Gauges ....... 55
Infants, Protecting ........... 25 Inflation, Proper Tire . . . 160, 235
Inside Mirror ............. 101
Inspection, Tire ........... 161
Instrument Panel Brightness. See Illumination Control
Interior Cleaning .......... 222
Interior Lights ............ 106
Introduction ................
i
Jack, Tire ................ 183
Jacking up the Vehicle ..... 183
Jump Starting ............. 180
Keyless Entry .............. 147
Keys ..................... 97
Label, Certification ........ 230
Labels, Safety, Location of . . 45
Lane Change, Signaling ...... 73
Lap Belt ................. 39
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........ 38
Leaking of Exhaust into Car . 44
Lever, Transfer .......... 78, 82
Lifting Points ............. 183
Lighter, Cigarette .......... 112
Lights Bul b
Replacement ....... 239
Dome Light ............ 107
Indicator ................ 59
Luggage ............... 106
Turn Signal ............. 62
Limited Slip Differential .... 178