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Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
If you have a cargo van without the rear door glass,
your vehicle may not have a rearview mirror.
Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare
from headlamps behind you after dark. Push the tab
away from you to restore the mirror to the original
position.
Outside Manual Mirror
Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the
side of your vehicle, and have a clear view of objects
behind you. Some mirrors can be folded in to enter
narrow passageways.
Outside Remote Control Mirror
If your vehicle has power mirrors, they can be adjusted
from inside the vehicle.
Select the mirror you want
to move by turning the
knob clockwise to adjust
the passenger’s side mirror
and counterclockwise to
adjust the driver’s side
mirror. The center position
is neutral.
Then, adjust the mirror angle by pushing the knob in the
direction desired until the mirror is adjusted to where
you want it.
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Outside Power Mirrors
If you have power mirrors, they can be adjusted from
inside the vehicle.
Select the mirror you want
to move by turning the
knob clockwise to adjust
the passenger’s side mirror
and counterclockwise to
adjust the driver’s side
mirror. The center position
is neutral.
Then, adjust the mirror angle by pushing the knob in the
direction desired until the mirror is adjusted to where
you want it.
Outside Convex Mirror
Your passenger’s side mirror may be convex. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from
the driver’s seat.
{CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
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Exterior Lamps
The control on the driver’s
side of your instrument
panel operates the exterior
lamps. Turn the control
clockwise to operate
the lamps.
The exterior lamp control has four positions:
Ø (Defeat):Turn and release the control to this position
to turn off the DRLs. To turn them back on, turn and
release the control to this position. Shutting the vehicle
off and restarting it will also reactivate the DRLs.
This feature is not available on vehiclesfirst sold in
Canada.
i(Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)):Turning the
control to this position selects the DRLs. When the
vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P), the instrument panel
lamps will illuminate and the DRLs will turn on, unless
defeated. When the DRLs are active, the DRL indicator
will illuminate.
;(Parking Lamps):Turning the control to this
position turns on the parking lamps, together with the
following:
•Instrument Panel Lights
•Daytime Running Lamps
•Sidemarker Lamps
•Taillamps
•License Plate Lamps
•Ashtray Lamp
If the DRLs are active when the control is turned to this
position, the DRLs will turn off.
For vehiclesfirst sold in Canada, the DRLs will remain
active along with the lamps mentioned above.
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Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating, cooling
and ventilation for your vehicle.
Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to
direct the airflow inside of your vehicle.To change the current mode, select one of the following:
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs approximately half of
the air to the instrument panel outlets, then directs
most of the remaining air to thefloor outlets. Some air
may be directed toward the windshield.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to the
floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard
outlets (for the side windows) and some air directed to
the windshield.
The right knob can also be used to select the defrost
mode. Information on defogging and defrosting can
be found later in this section.
9(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
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If your vehicle has air conditioning, your heating/air
conditioning controls will look like this:
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time
it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps
the system to operate more efficiently.
(Temperature Control):Turn the center knob clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
temperature inside your vehicle.
A/C (Air Conditioning):This setting will begin to cool
and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle.
MAX A/C (Maximum Air Conditioning):Turn the right
knob to MAX A/C for maximum cooling. This setting
cools the air the fastest, by recirculating the inside air.Rear Heating System
Your vehicle may have an optional rear heating system
that allows you to adjust the amount of airflowing into
the rear of the vehicle, from the front-seating area.
This feature works with the main climate-control system
in your vehicle.
AUX (Auxiliary Heating System):The thumbwheel for
this system is located to the right of the audio system.
9(Fan):Turn the thumbwheel up or down to increase
or decrease the amount of heated air sent to the
rear-seating area.
9(Off):Turn the thumbwheel to this position to turn
off the rear heating system.
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Directing the Airflow
Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to change the direction of the airflow in the
rear-seating area.
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
D(Vent):Use this mode to direct air to the upper
outlets, with a little air directed to thefloor outlets.
2(Floor):Use this mode to direct most of the air to
thefloor outlets.
Selecting the Fan Speed
9
(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to HIGH, MED (Medium) or LOW to
increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear-seating
area. Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the fan.
Setting the Temperature
To increase or decrease the temperature for the rear
of the vehicle, use the right knob located on the
climate-control panel.
The air-conditioning system on the main climate-control
panel must be turned on to direct cooled air to the rear of
the vehicle. If it is not on, then the temperature in the rear
of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature.
Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear of
any objects so that the air inside of your vehicle can
circulate effectively.
For information on how to use the main climate-control
system, seeClimate Control System on page 3-17
listed previously in this section. For information
on ventilation, see“Outlet Adjustment”listed later
in this section.
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Cassette Tape Messages
CHK TAPE (Check Tape):If CHK TAPE appears on
the radio display, the tape won’t play because of one of
the following errors.
•The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape
hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the
open end down and try to turn the right hub
counterclockwise with a pencil. Turn the tape over
and repeat. If the hubs do not turn easily, your
tape may be damaged and should not be used in
the player. Try a new tape to make sure your player
is working properly.
•The tape is broken. Try a new tape.
•The tape is wrapped around the tape head.
Attempt to get the cassette out. Try a new tape.
CLEAN:If this message appears on the display, the
cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play
tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to
prevent damage to the tapes and player. SeeCare
of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3-74.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’tbe
corrected, contact your dealer.
CD Adapter Kits
It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit
with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass
feature on your tape player.
To activate the bypass feature, perform the
following steps:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the TAPE DISC button forfive
seconds. The radio will display READY and the
tape symbol on the display willflash, indicating the
feature is active.
4. Insert the adapter into the cassette tape slot.
It will power up the radio and begin playing.
The override feature will remain active until the eject
symbol is pressed.
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An emergency like this requires close attention and a
quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at
the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you
can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without
removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer
quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel
once you have avoided the object.
The fact that such emergency situations are always
possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving
at all times and wear safety belts properly.
Off-Road Recovery
You maynd that your right wheels have dropped off the
edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.
If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the
pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the
accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way,
steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of
the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to
one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts
the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel
to go straight down the roadway.
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