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B310B03E-GAT ODOMETER/TRIP ODOMETER Minibus / Van Pushing in the reset switch under the right side of the speedometer when theignition switch is turned "ON" will dis- play the following sequence:
HXDFL077-1
B330A01L-AAT TACHOMETER (If installed) Minibus/Van
Gasoline Engine
Diesel Engine The tachometer registers the speed of your engine in revolutions per minute (rpm).
C070B02P
C070A02P CAUTION:
The engine should not be raced to such a speed that the needle entersthe red zone on the tachometer face. This can cause severe engine dam- age and may void your warranty.
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24INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT CONTROL (RHEOSTAT)
C220A01P-GAT (Minibus/Van) (If installed)
HSRFL220
The instrument panel lights can be made brighter or dimmer by turning the instrument panel light control knob.
For loading conditions other than thoselisted, adjust the switch position sothat the beam level may be the nearest as the condition obtained according to the list.
MINIBUS2WD4WD 2WD
7/9
0 0 1 1 2 3 3 0
- - - -
1 6 0 0 0 0 1 2
7 0 0 1 1 2 3
LOADING
CONDITION
Driver only Driver + Frontpassenger Driver, front pas- senger + FarthestRear Seat Full Full passengers Full passengers +Maximum Permis- sible loading Driver+MaximumPermissible loading12 0
- - - -
1
LOADING CONDITION Driver onlyDriver + PermissibleRear axle load
TRUCK 0 1
VAN
ENGINE RPM ADJUSTMENT KNOB
C230A01P-GAT (Diesel) (If installed)
When the outside air temperature is very low, or when it is necessary to warm up the engine, then turn the knobclockwise to that point at which the engine runs smoothly, and then, once the warming up is completed, fully turnthe knob counterclockwise. CAUTION:
Never attempt to adjust the vehicleduring driving by using the control knob.
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26FRONT/REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER SWITCHHAZARD WARNING SYSTEM
B370A01A-AAT The hazard warning system should be used whenever you find it necessary to stop the car in a hazardous location.When you must make such an emer- gency stop, always pull off the road as far as possible.The hazard warning lights are turned on by pushing in the hazard switch. This causes all turn signal lights toblink. The hazard warning lights will operate even though the key is not in the ignition.To turn the hazard warning lights off, push the switch a second time. B380A01P-AAT (Minibus/Van)(If installed)
C260A01P B380A01P
The rear window defroster is actuated in connection with the front window defroster. The window defroster is turned on by pushing in the switch. To turn thedefroster off, pushing in the switch a second time. The rear window de- froster automatically turns itself off af-ter about 20 minutes. To restart the defroster cycle, push in on the switch again after it has turned itself off. CAUTION:
Do not clean the inner side of thefront/rear window glass with anabrasive type of glass cleaner or use a scraper to remove the foreign deposits from the inner surface ofthe glass as this may cause dam- age to the defroster elements. NOTE: The engine must be running for the rear grid defroster to operate.
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45REAR HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
C710A01P-GAT (If installed) The rear heater can be operated with the ignition switch at the "ON" positionby depressing the main switch in the instrument panel.
C700A01P-GAT Operation Tips
o If the interior of the vehicle is hot
when you first get in, open the win- dows for a few minutes to expel the hot air.
o When you are using the air condi- tioning system, keep all windowsclosed to keep hot air out.
o When you must drive slowly, as in heavy traffic, shift to a lower gear.This increases engine speed, which in turn increases the speed of theair conditioning compressor.
o When driving up long grades, turn
occasionally the air conditioner offto avoid the possibility of the engine overheating.
o During winter months or in periods when the air conditioner is not usedregularly, turn on the air conditioner switch occasionally for a few min-utes. This will help circulate the lubricants and keep your system in peak operating condition.
For dehumidified heating:
o Turn on the fan control switch.
o Turn on the air conditioner switch by
pushing in on the switch. The air conditioner indicator light should come on at the same time.
o Set the air intake control to the "Fresh".
o Set the air flow control to the "Face".
o Adjust the fan control to the desired
speed. For more rapid action, set the fan at one of the higher speeds.
o Adjust the temperature control to provide the desired amount ofwarmth.
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Clamp
AIR CONDITIONER FILTER (FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER UNIT)
B760A03P-GAT (If installed)
Blower unitOVERHEAD AIR CONDITION- ING
C750A03P-GAT (If installed) The overhead air conditioner can be operated with the ignition switch at the "ON" position by depressing the mainswitch in the instrument panel. Blower knob The blower can be operated at three speeds to regulate the amount of air forced through the vehicle. The over- head air conditioner will not operate ifthe knob is set to the "O". The blower speed will increase as the knob is moved to the right.
C740A02P-GAT Rear Air Conditioning (If installed) The rear air conditioner can be oper- ated with the ignition switch at the"ON" position by depressing the main switch in the instrument panel.
1. Air conditioning switch
The air conditioning is turned on or off by pushing the air conditioningbutton.
2. The operations of the rear air condi-
tioner is identical to air conditioneroperation of page 2-45. C750A03P
C760A01P
C760B01P
Evaporator unit Air intake duct Inside of vehicle
Engine room
Air intake duct
Air intake duct
Air conditioner filter
Air conditioner filter
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49STEREO SOUND SYSTEM
B750A02A-AAT How Car Audio Works
FM broadcasts are transmitted at high frequencies and do not bend to follow the earth's surface. Because of this, FM broadcasts generally begin to fadeat short distances from the station. Also, FM signals are easily affected by buildings, mountains, or other obstruc-tions. These can result in certain lis- tening conditions which might lead you to believe a problem exists with yourradio. The following conditions are normal and do not indicate radio trouble:
AM broadcasts can be received at greater distances than FM broadcasts. This is because AM radio waves are transmitted at low frequencies. Theselong, low frequency radio waves can follow the curvature of the earth rather than travelling straight out into theatmosphere. In addition, they curve around obstructions so that they can provide better signal coverage.
AM and FM radio signals are broadcastfrom transmitter towers located aroundyour city. They are intercepted by the radio antenna on your car. This signal is then received by the radio and sent toyour car speakers. When a strong radio signal has reached your vehicle, the precise engineering ofyour audio system ensures the best possible quality reproduction. Howev- er, in some cases the signal coming toyour vehicle may not be strong and clear. This can be due to factors such as the distance from the radio station,closeness of other strong radio stations or the presence of buildings, bridges or other large obstructions in the area. Ionosphere
B750A02L
AM reception
Mountains
Buildings Unobstructed area
FM radio station
B750A03L
Ionosphere
FM reception
B750A01L Obstructed area
Iron bridges
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Before starting the Engine .......................................... 3-2 Precaution for Exhaust Fumes While
Starting and Driving .................................................... 3-2
To Start the Engine ..................................................... 3-3
Key Positions ............................................................... 3-3Starting........................................................................ 3-4
Manual Transmission .................................................. 3-7
Automatic Transmission .............................................. 3-9Driving with Electronic Dual-Range Automatic
Transmission ............................................................ 3-13
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) ........................................... 3-15
Brake System ............................................................ 3-19
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................. 3-23
Back Warning System ............................................... 3-24
Driving for Economy .................................................. 3-25
Smooth Cornering ..................................................... 3-28
Winter Driving ............................................................ 3-28
Additional Equipment ................................................ 3-31
Locking Differential .................................................... 3-31
STARTING AND OPERATING
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2PRECAUTION FOR EX- HAUST FUMES WHILESTARTING AND DRIVING
D010A01P-GAT
1. Do not breathe exhaust fumes con- taining carbons monoxide when starting or driving. Carbon monox- ide is a colorless, odorless gas and can cause unconsciousness ordeath by asphyxiation.
2. Open all the windows fully and get
the back door closed if you smellexhaust fumes inside the vehicle. Have the cause immediately located and corrected.
3. Check the exhaust system, from time to time, for holes or loose con-nections if you hear a change in theexhaust sound, or if something has hit the exhaust system.
4. Do not race the engine in a garage
or enclosed area any longer than ittakes to start the engine and drive the vehicle in or out. The sealedexhaust fume may make a particu- larly dangerous situation.
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
C020A01O-GAT Before you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure
there are no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other indications of pos- sible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows, and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior
mirrors are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and headrest to be sure they are in theirproper positions.
6. Lock all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure
that all other occupants have fas- tened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories
that are not needed. WARNING (DIESEL ENGINE):
To ensure that sufficient vacuum exists within the brake system dur- ing cold weather start-up condi-tions, it is necessary to run the engine at idle for several seconds after starting the engine.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to
"ON", check that all appropriatewarning lights are operating andthat you have sufficient fuel.
10.Check the operation of warning
lights and all bulbs when key is inthe "ON" position.