2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel ....................................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .............................2-3
Tachometer ........................................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................2-5
Fuel gauge ........................................................2-6
Compass and outside temperature display
(if so equipped) ......................................................2-6
Outside temperature display .............................2-6
Compass display ...............................................2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..............................................................2-10
Checking bulbs ................................................2-10
Warning lights .................................................. 2-11
Indicator lights .................................................2-13
Audible reminders............................................2-14
Security system ....................................................2-15
Vehicle security system (if so equipped).........2-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................2-18
Switch operation ..............................................2-18
Rear window wiper and washer switch................2-19
Rear window defogger switch ..............................2-20Headlight and turn signal switch ..........................2-20
Headlight switch ..............................................2-20
Turn signal switch............................................2-21
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-22
Hazard warning flasher switch .............................2-22
Horn ......................................................................2-23
Cigarette lighter and ash tray (accessories) ........2-23
Power point (if so equipped) ................................2-24
Storage .................................................................2-25
Map pocket ......................................................2-25
Cup holders .....................................................2-26
Glove box ........................................................2-27
Console box (if so equipped) ..........................2-27
Luggage hooks (if so equipped) .....................2-28
Tonneau cover (if so equipped).......................2-29
Windows .............................................................2-30
Power windows (if so equipped) .....................2-30
Manual windows ..............................................2-31
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-32
Tilting the sunroof ............................................2-32
Removing/installing..........................................2-33
Interior light...........................................................2-33
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1. Headlight/turn signal switch
2. Meters and gauges
3. Windshield wiper/washer switch
4. Power point
5. Heater and air conditioner
6. Front passenger supplemental air bag
7. Glove box
8. Audio system
9. Hazard warning flasher switch
10. Automatic/manual selector lever
11. Transfer cased shift lever
12. Parking brake release lever
13. Cruise control main/set switch
14. Driver supplemental air bag
15. Steering wheel switch for audio controls
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
2-2Instruments and controls
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GLOVE BOX
Open the glove box by pulling the handle.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
CONSOLE BOX (if so equipped)
WARNING
The center console box should not be
used while driving so full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
CAUTION
cThis power socket is not designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit.
cDo not use accessories that exceed
12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do
not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
Upper half
Pull up on the lever to open the upper half of
the console box. The rubber mat may be
removed for cleaning.
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COLD pressure:
After vehicle has been parked for three
hours or more or driven less than 1 mile
(1.6 km).
COLD tire pressures are shown on the
tire placard affixed to the inside of the
glove box lid.
ORetighten the wheel nuts when the
vehicle has been driven for 600 miles
(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
etc.).
5. Securely store the flat tire and jacking
equipment in the vehicle.
WARNING
Always make sure that the spare tire
and jacking equipment are properly se-
cured after use. Such items can be-
come dangerous projectiles in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.To start your engine with a booster battery,
the instructions and precautions below must
be followed.
WARNING
OIf done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting
in severe injury or death. It could
also damage your vehicle.
OExplosive hydrogen gas is always
present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away
from the battery.
ODo not allow battery fluid to come
into contact with eyes, skin, clothing
or painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
corrosive sulphuric acid solution
which can cause severe burns. If the
fluid should come into contact with
anything, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with water.
OKeep battery out of the reach of
children.
OThe booster battery must be rated at
12 volts. Use of an improperly rated
battery can damage your vehicle.OYour vehicle has and automatic en-
gine cooling fan. It could come on at
any time. Keep hands and other ob-
jects away from it.
OWhenever working on or near a bat-
tery, always wear suitable eye pro-
tectors (for example, goggles or in-
dustrial safety spectacles) and
remove rings, metal bands, or any
other jewelry. Do not lean over the
battery when jump starting.
ODo not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause
serious injury.
WARNING
Always follow the instructions be-
low. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the charging system and
cause personal injury.
1.
If the booster battery is in another vehicle,
position the two vehicles to bring their
batteries into close proximity to each other.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.
2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift
selector lever to N (Neutral) (on auto-
JUMP STARTING
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If you have a flat tire, see the ``In case of
emergency'' section of this manual.
TIRE PRESSURE
Maximum inflation pressure
Do not exceed the maximum inflation pres-
sures shown on the side wall of the tire.
Tire inflation pressure
Check the tire pressure (including the
spare) at least once a month and always
prior to long distance trips. Tire pressure
should be checked when tires are COLD.
COLD tire pressures are shown on the tireplacard affixed to the inside of the glove box
lid.
Incorrect tire pressure may adversely
affect tire life and vehicle handling.
COLD pressure:
After vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more or driven less
than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate
speeds.
WARNING
OImproperly inflated tires can fail sud-
denly and cause an accident
O
The vehicle weight capacity is indi-
cated on the F.M.V.S.S. certification
label. Do not load your vehicle be-
yond this capacity. Overloading your
vehicle may result in reduced tire life,
unsafe operating conditions due to
premature tire failure, or unfavorable
handling characteristics and could
also lead to a serious accident. Load-
ing beyond the specified capacity
may also result in failure of other
vehicle components.OBefore taking a long trip, or whenever
you have loaded your vehicle heavily,
use a tire pressure gauge to ensure
that the tire pressure is at the speci-
fied level.
ODo not drive your vehicle over 85
MPH (137 km/h) unless it is equipped
with high speed rated tires. Driving
faster than 85 MPH (137 km/h) may
result in tire failure, loss of control
and possible injury.
OFor additional information regarding
tires, refer to ``Important Tire Safety
Information'' in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet (US) or ``Tire Safety
Information'' in the Warranty and
Roadside Assistance information
booklet (Canada).
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EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL
The emission control information label is
attached to the underside of the hood as
shown.
TIRE PLACARD
The cold tire pressure is shown on the tire
placard affixed to the inside of the glove box
lid.
AIR CONDITIONER
SPECIFICATION LABEL
The label is attached to the underside of the
hood as shown.
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Use the following steps to mount the front
license plate:
1. Remove the two screw gromments from
the glove box.
2. Carefully drill a hole using a 0.39 inch (10
mm) drill bill at each location mark (small
dimple) on the bumper fascia.
3. Insert one grommet into each hole.
4. Insert a small screwdriver into the grom-
met to turn the plastic insert.
5. Install the license plate with two M5 x 25
mm bolts.WARNING
OIt is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these ar-
eas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
ODo not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
O
Be sure everyone in the vehicle is in a
seat with their seat belt properly fas-
tened.
TERMS
It is important to familiarize yourself with the
following terms before loading your vehicle.
OCurb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle) þ vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, fluids,
emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weightdoes notinclude
passengers and cargo.
OGVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) þ curb
weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.
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INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE
PLATEVEHICLE LOADING
INFORMATION
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PAYLOAD WEIGHT CAPACITY
The payload weight capacity is the maxi-
mum total weight of passengers, optional
equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch,
etc) and cargo that your vehicle is designed
to carry.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that
you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See ``Ve-
hicle Loading Information'' earlier in this
section for details.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. See the tire placard affixed to the
glove box lid.
Payload Weight Capacity
2WD 4WD
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Manual
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
Transmission
XE XE SE XE SE
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1,235 560 1,080 490 1,080 490 981 445 981 445
California 1,235 560 1,080 490 1,080 490 981 445 981 445
Canada N/A N/A 1,001 454 1,001 454 970 440 970 440
Payload Weight Capacity VG33ER
2WD 4WD
lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 992 450 926 420
California 992 450 926 420
Canada 1001 454 882 400
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