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There may be occasions when the lever does not return
after cornering. This typically occurs when the steering
wheel is turned only slightly. In this case, return the lever
by hand.
The instrument cluster indicator will flash to indicate
proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
If the indicator light flashes faster than usual, check for a
malfunctioning turn signal light bulb or faulty turn signal
system.
If the indicator fails to light when the lever is moved,
check for a faulty fuse or a burned out indicator bulb.
NOTE: Replace malfunctioning bulbs and fuses
promptly.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH
The fog lights illuminate only when the headlights are
on. Press the switch to illuminate the fog lights and press
the switch again to turn the lights off.
The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illumi-
nate while the fog lights are on.
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NOTE
1. If the headlights are switched to high beam, the fog
lights will go out; they will illuminate again when the
headlights are switched back to low beam.
2. If the light switch is rotated to OFF while the fog lights
are illuminated, they will automatically turn off. They
can be turned back on again by moving the light switch
back to ON and pressing the fog light switch again.
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH
Press the flasher switch and the front and rear turn
signals will flash intermittently, as the hazard warning
lights. This is an emergency warning system and is not
intended for use when the vehicle is in motion.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle, the flasher system
will continue to operate with the ignition key removed.
NOTE: If the lights are kept flashing for several hours,
the battery will be discharged (rundown), resulting in
hard engine starting or a no start condition.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT DIMMER CONTROL
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be
adjusted by turning this knob while the light switch is in
the ON ª
º orªº position.
ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
The electric rear window defogger can be operated when
the ignition key is in the ªONº position.
When the switch is pressed, an indicator in the switch
(amber) will illuminate to indicate the electric rear win-
dow defogger is on, and electric current will flow
through the heating wire on the rear window to clear
away fog or frost.
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Push the light switch (A) to turn on the light, and push
the light switch again to turn them off.
LIGHTS (DOME LIGHTS, ETC.) AUTO-CUTOUT
FUNCTION
If any of the interior lights is left on with the ignition key
in the ``LOCK'' position, the light goes off automatically
after approximately 30 minutes to prevent the battery
from running down.
The light comes on again if the ignition key is turned to
the9ON9or9ACC9position (except ``Dome Light'' Type
2), or ``ON'' position (``Dome light'' Type 2 only), any
door is opened and closed, or the keyless entry system is
operated.
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READING LIGHTS
1. Driver 's side
2. Passenger 's side
Push the right or left reading light switch (lens) to turn on
the light.
This light produces a spot beam for convenient use as a
map light at night.
Push the reading light switch again to turn the light off.
NOTE:
²If the reading lights are left on for prolonged periods of
time with the engine turned off, the battery will be
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REAR PERSONAL LIGHTS
ON - The light illuminates
OFF - The light illuminates when a door is opened and
goes out when it is closed.
HORN SWITCH
Pressing on or around themark on the steering wheel,
causes the horn to honk.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF SO EQUIPPED)
The HomeLinkyUniversal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls that operate devices such as garage
door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. It
triggers these devices at the push of a button, located on
your Electrochromic inside rearview mirror (if so
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2. When the indicator light (D) begins to flash slowly
(after 20 seconds) position the hand held transmitter (E)
1 to 3 inches away from the universal transceiver button
to be trained.
3. Press and hold the hand held transmitter button.
4. The indicator light will begin to flash, first slowly, then
rapidly. When the indicator lights begin to flash rapidly,
release both buttons.
Security
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.
1. To erase all of the previously trained frequencies, hold
down both outside buttons (A and C) until the indicator
light (D) begins to flash after 20 seconds.
2. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer than 30
seconds.
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NGear positions........................154
NDriving speed
(Vehicles with automatic transaxle).........155
NHolding on an upgrade.................155
NTransaxle reset mode...................156
mAutomatic transaxle Autostick
(if so equipped)
........................156
NSelector lever operation.................157
NIndicator lights.......................159
NSelector positions (Main gate).............160
NSelector positions Manual gate Autostick.....161
NHolding on an upgrade.................163
NTransaxle reset mode...................164
mManual transaxle (if so equipped)..........164
NTo start.............................165
NProper shift points.....................165NRecommended downshifting speed.........167
NDriving precautions....................167
mParking brake.........................167
mBrake pedal...........................169
mPower brakes.........................170
mBrake pad wear alarm...................170
mAnti-lock braking (ABS) system
(if so equipped)
........................171
NGeneral driving hints
(standard/anti-lock brakes)...............171
mSteering wheel tilt lock lever..............173
mPower steering........................174
mInside Day/Night rearview mirrors.........175
NElectrochromic inside rearview mirror
(if so equipped).......................176
NElectrochromic mirror operation
(if so equipped).......................177
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