
RSM
CST
SET
ACC
OFF ON
Instrument cluster
(pg. 8)Windshield wiper/washer
control
(pg. 44)
Manual tilt steering
wheel lever
(pg. 39) Speed controls*
(pg. 40)
Instrument panel
dimmer control
(pg. 18) Power mirror
control*
(pg. 18) Fog lamp
control*
(pg. 50)Headlamp and turn
signal control
(pg. 49)
Driver air bag
(pg. 83)
* if equipped
Instrumentation
6

INSTRUMENT PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel.
²Push and hold top of control to
brighten.
²Push and hold bottom of control
to dim.
POWER MIRROR CONTROL
The ignition must be in the ACC or ON position to adjust the power side
view mirrors.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Rotate the control clockwise to
the right position to adjust the
right mirror and rotate the
control counterclockwise to the
left position to adjust the left
mirror.
2. Move the control in the
direction you wish to move the
mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
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18

Fold-away mirrors
Pull the side mirrors in carefully
when driving through a narrow
space, like an automatic car wash.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
This control operates the four wheel
drive (4X4) system. Refer to the
Drivingchapter for more
information.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER CONTROL
The rear defroster control is located
on the instrument panel.
Press the rear defroster control to
clear the rear window of thin ice
and fog.
²The small LED will illuminate
when the rear defroster is
activated.
The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window
defroster.
NOTE:The rear defroster does not shut off automatically. It will turn off
when the ignition is turned to the OFF position, but will turn back on
when the ignition is turned to the ON position. Push the rear window
defroster control to turn it off (small LED not illuminated).
HAZARD FLASHER
For information on the hazard flasher control, refer toHazard flasherin
theRoadside emergencieschapter.
LOCK
Controls and features
19

Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
DIODE Ð Ð
H/L RELAY
MICROÐ Headlamp (High/Low, Right/Left Relay)
ÐÐÐ
INJ 30A** EEC (VPWR), EVR, MAF, IAC, Bulkhead
MAIN 120A Main
ALT 15A* Alternator/ Regulator
(DRL) 15A* DRL Unit (feed), DRL Relay
(DRLZ)
(HELV)15A*(DRLZ)
10A(HLEV)Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module,
HLEV
PWR 1 15A* Auxiliary Power Point
FOG 20A* Foglamps RH/LH, Foglamp Indicator
A/C 15A* A/C Clutch
(ABS) 25A* Anti-Lock Brake System SOL
PWR 2 15A* Auxiliary Power Point
IG MAIN 40A** Starter
HTR 40A** Blower Motor, Blower Motor Relay
BTN 1 40A** JB Ð Acc. Relay, Radio, Cigar Lighter,
Cluster, Power Mirror, GEM, Electronic
Flasher Control
(ABS) 60A** Anti-Lock Brake System Motor
BTN 2 40A** JB Ð Radio, Cluster, Dome Lamps, Map
Lamps, Cargo Lamps, Cruise Control, Power
Seat, Horn
MAIN FAN 40A**
(2.0L)
50A(3.0L)Main Fan
R DEF 30A** Rear Defroster
ADD FAN 40A**(2.0L)
50A(3.0L)Add Fan
EEC MAIN
ISOÐ EEC Relay
Roadside emergencies
141

Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts
Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets.
WARNING: Do not bleach or dye the belts, because these
actions may weaken the belt webbing.
Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no
nicks, wear or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident,
refer to theSafety belt maintenancesection in theSeating and safety
restraintschapter.
Woodtone trim
Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi-purpose cleaning solution.
Inside windows
Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged.
Cleaning mirrors
Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials. Use a
soft cloth and mild detergent and water. Be careful when removing ice
from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface.
Maintenance and care
211

interior .....................................210
mirrors .....................................211
plastic parts ............................209
safety belts ..............................211
washing ....................................206
waxing .....................................207
wheels ......................................209
windows ..................................211
wiper blades ............................209
woodtone trim ........................211
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............20
Clock ......................................28, 37
Clutch
fluid ..........................................170
operation while driving ..........116
recommended shift speeds ....117
Console ........................................53
overhead ....................................46
Controls
power seat .................................68
Coolant
checking and adding ..............171
refill capacities ................175, 212
specifications ..........................214
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................40
Customer Assistance ........217±218
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................49
Defrost
rear window ..............................19
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................177engine oil .................................165
Doors
door ajar warning .....................12
Driving under special
conditions ..................................123
mud ..........................................122
sand .........................................122
snow and ice ...................122, 124
through water .................122, 126
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................147
Emission control system ..........198
Engine ........................................214
check engine/service engine
soon light ....................................8
cleaning ...................................208
coolant .....................................171
idle speed control ...................179
lubrication specifications .......214
refill capacities ........................212
service points ..................163±164
starting after a collision .........134
Engine block heater .................105
Engine oil ..................................165
checking and adding ..............165
dipstick ....................................165
filter, specifications ................168
recommendations ...................168
refill capacities ........................212
specifications ..........................214
Exhaust fumes ..........................106
F
Fluid capacities .........................212
Foglamps .....................................50
Index
226

Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................210
cluster ..........................................8
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................18
location of components ..............8
J
Jack ............................................142
positioning ...............................142
storage .....................................142
Jump-starting your vehicle ......147
K
Keys .......................................61±63
key in ignition chime ...............14
positions of the ignition ...........39
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................204
cargo lamps ...............................18
daytime running light ...............49
fog lamps ...................................50
headlamps .................................49
headlamps, flash to pass ..........50
instrument panel, dimming .....18
interior lamps ...................48, 204
replacing bulbs .......200, 202±204
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................50
Liftgate ........................................56
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ........................................10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....10, 108
anti-theft ...................................11brake ..........................................10
charging system ........................12
cruise indicator .........................11
door ajar ....................................12
fuel cap light .............................14
high beam .................................11
low coolant ................................13
low fuel ........................................9
oil pressure ...............................12
overdrive off ..............................13
safety belt .................................10
service engine soon ....................8
turn signal indicator .................11
Load limits .................................124
GAWR ......................................124
GVWR ......................................124
trailer towing ..........................124
Loading instructions .................126
Locks
childproof ..................................53
doors ..........................................52
Lubricant specifications ...........214
M
Manual transaxle .......................116
fluid, checking and adding ....179
reverse .....................................118
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................212
Mirrors
cleaning ...................................211
fold away ...................................19
side view mirrors (power) .......18
Moon roof ....................................47
Motorcraft parts ........................194
Index
228