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Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield wipers by turning the band
with the wiper symbol on it.
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST.
Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go.
The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want
more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer.
You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay
between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain
or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time.
The closer to LO, the shorter the delay.
For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away
from you to the LO position. For steady high
-speed
wiping, turn the band further, to HI. To stop the wipers,
move the band to the OFF position.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield,
carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become
worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Windshield Washer
There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer
symbol at the top of the multifunction lever. To spray
washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle.
The wipers will clear the window and then either stop
or return to your preset speed.
CAUTION:
In freezing weather, don't use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking
your vision.
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Rear Window Washer/Wiper
This switch is located on
the instrument panel to the
right of the steering wheel.
To turn the rear wiper on, slide the switch to either
LO or HI. For delayed wiping, slide the switch to LO.
For steady wiping, slide the switch to HI. To turn the
wiper off, slide the switch to OFF.
To wash the window, press the wash button located on
the switch. The switch must be in either LO or HI.
The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle
as the windshield washer. However, the rear window
washer will run out of fluid before the windshield
washer. If you can wash your windshield but not
your rear window, check your fluid level.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
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
about 25 mph (40 km/h).
If you have an automatic transmission and you apply
your brakes, the cruise control will shut off.
If you have a manual transmission and you apply
your brakes or push the clutch pedal, the cruise control
will shut off.
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Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors
(If Equipped)
When you operate the rear window defogger, a defogger
also warms the heated outside rearview mirrors to help
clear them of ice, snow and condensation. See ªRear
Window Defoggerº in the Index for more information.
Power Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be
equipped with power folding
mirrors. This feature can be
helpful when taking your
vehicle through a car wash
or through narrow spaces.To fold the mirrors in, press the blank side of the switch
located on the driver's side door panel near the window.
To have the mirrors return to their normal position, press
the side of the switch with the graphic on it. The switch
will stay on in which ever position it is placed.
If at any time your mirrors become disengaged, fold the
mirrors out manually and then use the switch to fold the
mirrors in and out. This will assure that the power fold
unit in your mirrors is properly engaged.
Storage Compartments
Glove Box
To open your glove box, lift the lever on the front of the
glove box and lower the door. The glove box should not
be open while you are driving.
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Vents
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
C. Instrument Panel Cluster
D. Transfer Case Controls (If Equipped)
E. Lamp Controls
F. Fog Lamps (if equipped)
G. Brake ReleaseH. Audio Steering Controls (If Equipped)
I. Rear Window Washer/Wiper
J. Rear Liftgate/Endgate Release
K. Comfort Controls
L. Rear Window Defogger
M. Audio System
N. Glove Box
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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
-2 Standard Climate Control System
3
-3 Electronic Climate Control System
(If Equipped)
3
-7 Air Conditioning
3
-7 Heating
3
-7 Defogging and Defrosting
3
-8 Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
3
-9 Ventilation System
3
-10 Audio Systems
3
-10 Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button
3
-10 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and
MN Buttons
3
-11 AM-FM Stereo
3
-13 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
(If Equipped)
3
-15 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and
Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)3
-20 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
(Bose
) (If Equipped)
3
-25 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and
Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
3
-29 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player
(Bose
) (If Equipped)
3
-33 Remote Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
3
-34 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (If Equipped)
3
-38 Console-Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped)
3
-42 Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)
3
-44 Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
3
-45 Understanding Radio Reception
3
-45 Tips About Your Audio System
3
-46 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
3
-48 Care of Your Compact Discs
3
-48 Care of Your Compact Disc Player
3
-48 Fixed Mast Antenna
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HEATER: This setting directs most of the
warmed air through the heater floor outlets and some
air through the windshield defroster outlets.
BLEND: This setting divides airflow equally
between the heater floor outlet and the windshield
defroster outlets. The air conditioning compressor may
run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging.
DEFROST: This setting directs most air through
the windshield defroster outlets and some through the
heater outlets. The air conditioning compressor may run
to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging.
OUTSIDE AIR: Press this button to force
the system to use outside air. Press it again to close off
the outside air.
Pressing the OUTSIDE AIR button will cancel the
RECIRCULATION button.
RECIRCULATION: Press this button to
limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle.
This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors
entering your vehicle. In the AUTO mode, the
system will use recirculation as necessary to cool
the air. Pressing the recirculation button will change
the operation to a manual mode. Press this button
again to turn off the recirculation feature.
RECIRCULATION may be selected with the fan knob
in OFF to limit odors, outside air and dust from entering
your vehicle.
Pressing the RECIRCULATION button will cancel the
OUTSIDE AIR button.
A/C: Press this button to turn the air conditioning
on and off. The system will cool and dehumidify the air
inside the vehicle when the A/C light is on.
Air conditioning will be automatically disabled when
the outside temperature drops below a level at which air
conditioning is ineffective.
Remember that in order for the automatic system to perform
well, it needs A/C to provide cooling performance.
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On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot
inside air 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.
For quick cool
-down on very hot days, use MAX A/C
with the temperature knob turned to the left. This setting
should be used to keep odors and/or dust from entering
the vehicle. For normal cooling on hot days, use A/C
with the temperature knob turned to the left.
On vehicles equipped with the Electronic Climate Control
system, this same performance can be achieved as long as
the A/C is on and the outside air button is not active.
On cool but sunny days, use BI
-LEVEL A/C to deliver
warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument
panel outlets.
When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes
notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine speed
and power. This is normal because the system is
designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep
the desired temperature.
Heating
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed
while using it. On cold days, use HEATER with the
temperature knob turned clockwise. BLEND is useful
in cool weather when you have fog or ice on the
windshield or side windows.
If you use the optional engine coolant heater before
starting your engine, your heating system will produce
warmer air faster to heat the passenger compartment in
cold weather. See ªEngine Coolant Heaterº in the Index.
Defogging and Defrosting
On cool, humid days, use BLEND to keep the
windshield and side windows clear.
Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the
windshield quickly in extreme humid or cold conditions.
Turn the temperature knob to the right and move the
fan knob toward high.
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3-8 Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this
option, the rear window
will have lines that
warm the glass.
For best results, clear the window of as much snow or
ice as possible before using the rear window defogger.
To turn on the rear window defogger, find the button
marked REAR with the defog symbol on the lower right
corner of your climate control system. Press the button
until the light in the button comes on, then release it.
It will only work if the ignition switch is turned to RUN.Pressing the REAR button on your climate control
system will also activate your heated outside mirrors
(if equipped). This will help to keep ice and snow from
collecting on your mirror surfaces.
The rear window defogger will stay on for five to seven
minutes, then turn off. If you need additional warming
time, turn it on again. You can turn the defogger off at
any time by pressing the button.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals
across the defogger grid on the rear window.
NOTICE:
Don't use a razor blade or something else sharp
on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you
could cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty.
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