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Seat heater (if equipped)
CAUTION
Use of the seat heater for a long period of time while the
engine is not running can cause battery discharge. Do not put anything on the seat which insulates against heat,
such as a blanket, cushion, or similar items. This may cause theseat heater to overheat. When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, paint thinner, or
any similar materials.
The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC”
or “ON” position.
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To turn on the seat heater, push the “LO” or “HI” position on the switch,
as desired, depending on the temperature. LO: Normal heating
HI: Rapid heating
The indicator located on the switch comes on when the seat heater is in
operation. When the vehicle ’s interior is warmed enough or before you
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch off.

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Seatbelt maintenance
CAUTION
Keep the belts free of polishes, oils, chemicals and particularly
battery acid. Never attempt to make modifications or changes that will pre-
vent the seatbelt from operating properly.
To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Never
bleach or dye the belts because this could seriously affect their strength. Inspect the seatbelts and attachments including the webbing and all
hardware periodically for cracks, cuts, gashes, tears, damage, loose
bolts or worn areas. Replace the seatbelts even if only minor damage isfound.

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Keyless entry system (if equipped)
CAUTION
Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those
experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the
battery. Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a
cloth immediately. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user ’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Two transmitters are provided for your vehicle.
The keyless entry system has the following functions. Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate on the station wagon)
without a key Sounding a panic alarm
Arming and disarming the security system (if your vehicle is equipped
with an optional security system). See the next section “Security system
(if equipped) ” for detailed information.
The operable distance of the keyless entry system is approximately 30
feet (10 meters). However, this distance will vary depending on environ-
mental conditions. Range may be reduced near sources of RF interfer-
ence such as power plants and radio/television broadcasting towers.
The keyless entry system does not operate when the key is inserted in the ignition switch.

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If the “LOCK/ARM” button is pressed before 30 seconds have
elapsed, these lights will go out. Also, these lights will go out if the key
is inserted in the ignition switch. The interior light must be set to the
middle position in order for this function to operate.
Sounding a panic alarm
To activate the alarm, keep the “LOCK/ARM” button pressed for more
than two seconds .
To deactivate it, press the “LOCK/ARM” button or “UNLOCK/DISARM”
button. Unless a button on the remote is pressed, the alarm will be
deactivated after approximately 30 seconds. Selecting audible signal operation
Using the horn, the system will give you an audible signal when the
doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn the audible signal off.
To turn the audible signal off, unlock the doors by pushing “UNLOCK/
DISARM” button and then simultaneously depress “LOCK/ARM” and
“UNLOCK/DISARM” buttons for more than two seconds. The horn will
sound two times to inform you that the audible signal has been turned
off.
To turn the audible signal on, unlock the doors by pushing “UNLOCK/
DISARM” button and then simultaneously depress “LOCK/ARM” and
“UNLOCK/DISARM” buttons for more than two seconds. The horn will
sound one time to inform you that the audible signal has been turnedon. Replacing the battery
CAUTION
Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when
replacing the battery.
When the transmitter battery begins to get weak, transmitter range will
begin to decrease and the LED will not illuminate. Replace the batteryas soon as possible.

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Positive (+) side facing up
To replace the battery:
1. Remove the two screws on the back of the transmitter case by
using a phillips screwdriver.
2. Separate the case.
3. Remove the old battery from the holder.
4. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2032 or equivalent) making
sure to install the new battery with the positive (+) side facing up.
5. Install the back half of the transmitter case.
6. Reinstall the two screws on the back of the transmitter case.
After the battery is replaced, the transmitter must be synchro- nized with the keyless entry system ’s control unit. Press either
the “LOCK/ARM” or “UNLOCK/DISARM” button
six times to syn-
chronize the unit. Replacing lost transmitters
If you lose a transmitter or want to purchase additional transmitters
(up to four can be programmed), you should re-program all of your
transmitters for security reasons. It is recommended that you have
your dealer program all of your transmitters into your system. n Programming the transmitters
The keyless entry system is equipped with a special code learning
feature that allows you to program new transmitter codes into the sys-
tem or to delete old ones. The system can learn up to four uniquetransmitter codes. The four transmitter codes may be the same or dif-
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Disarming the system
Briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button (for less than two
seconds) on the remote transmitter. The driver ’s door will unlock, the
horn will sound two times, the parking lights will flash two times and
the indicator light will go off.
To unlock all doors (and the rear gate on the station wagon), briefly
press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button a second time.
n Emergency disarming
If you cannot disarm the system using the transmitter (i.e. the trans-
mitter is lost, broken or the transmitter battery is too weak), you can
disarm the system without using the transmitter.
To disarm the system:
1. Unlock the door with the key and then open the door.
2. The alarm will sound.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and cycle it from the “LOCK”
to the “ON” position three (3) times within 5 seconds.
Sounding a panic alarm
To activate the alarm, keep the “LOCK/ARM” button pressed for more
than two seconds .
To deactivate it, press the “LOCK/ARM” button or “UNLOCK/DISARM”
button.
The parking lights will also flash when the alarm is activated.
Unless a button on the remote is pressed, the alarm will be deacti-
vated after approximately 30 seconds. Valet mode
When you choose the valet mode, the security system does not oper-
ate. In valet mode, the remote transmitter is used only for locking and
unlocking the doors (and rear gate on the station wagon) and panic
activation. The parking lights do not flash when the remote transmitteris used for locking and unlocking.
To enter the valet mode, open the driver ’s door and keep the
“UNLOCK/DISARM” button depressed for more than two seconds .
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In the passive mode, the system can also be armed with the remote
transmitter or with the power door locking switches. If the remote
transmitter or power door lock switch is used to lock the vehicle, arm-
ing will take place immediately regardless of whether or not the pas-sive mode has been selected. Disarming the system
To disarm the system, briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button on
the transmitter. Tripped sensor identification
If the horn sounds four times and the parking lights flash four times
when you disarm the system, this indicates that the alarm was trig-
gered. The number of times the indicator light flashes indicates what
sensor caused the alarm condition.
To enter identification mode:
1. Open the driver ’s door and leave it open.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position two times. ( “LOCK”
“ON” “LOCK” “ON” “LOCK”)
3. The indicator light will start flashing.
The indicator light provides the following indications. Flashing one time: Any door, the rear gate or the trunk lid has been
opened.
Flashing three times: The impact sensor in the system ’s unit has
been activated. This may indicate that your vehicle has been shocked
or tampered with by some outside force and/or unauthorized person.Flashing four times: The ignition switch has been turned on or the
battery has been disconnected.
NOTE The battery must be reconnected before the indicator light will flash.
To exit this mode, close the door and turn the ignition switch to the
“ON” position.

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Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driv- en. Double trip meter
The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven
since you last set it to zero.
To change the mode indication, briefly push the knob.
Each press of the knob changes the function in the following order.
A trip meter B trip meter
To set the trip meter to zero, select either the A trip or B trip meter and
push the knob and keep it pushed for more than 1 second.
NOTE If the connection between the combination meter and battery is bro-
ken for any reason such as vehicle maintenance or fuse replace-ment, the data recorded on the trip meter will be lost.