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the system is arming. After the alarm successfully arms,
the light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm
is set.
21. Fuel Gage
When the ignition key is in the ON position, the pointer
will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. A
small arrow indicates the side of the vehicle where the
filler cap (gas cap) is located.
22. Sentry Key Indicator Light Ð If Equipped
Refer to ªSentry Key Immobilizer Systemº in
Section 2 of this manual for more information.
23. Low Fuel Warning Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.7 U.S.
Gallons (10L) this light will come on and remain on
until fuel is added. The ªLow Fuel Warning Lightº
may turn on and off again, especially during and afterhard braking, accelerations, or turns. This occurs due to
the shifting of the fuel in the tank. Also, a single chime
will sound.
24. Airbag Warning Light
This indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8
seconds when the ignition is first turned on. If the
light doesn't come on, stays on, or comes on while
driving, have the airbag system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
25. O/D (Overdrive) Off Indicator Light
This light will illuminate when the O/D OFF
button has been selected. The O/D OFF button is
located on the gear shift lever.
26. Seat Belt Indicator Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
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WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.
Damage to the 110-115 volt AC electrical cord could
cause electrocution.
Use the heater when temperatures below 0ÉF (-18ÉC) are
expected to last for several days.
TRANSMISSION SHIFTING
5-Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission
Follow the shift pattern on the gearshift knob.
NOTE:The backup lights will come on when your
vehicle is in R (Reverse) gear and the ignition is in the ON
position.WARNING!
When parking your vehicle, always leave a manual
transmission in first gear and apply the parking
brake fully to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage. Never use any gear as a
substitute for the parking brake.
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CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic
brake lines can overload your brake system and
cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you
need them and could have an accident.
²Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer
size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are
mandatory for motoring safety.
²Follow the maintenance intervals in schedule ªBº for
changing the automatic transmission fluid and filter, if
you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45
minutes of continuous operation.
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Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 297
Cruise Control.......................... 108
Cruise Light........................... 155
Cup Holder............................ 136
Customer Assistance..................... 348
Cylinder, Retest Requirements............... 102
Daytime Running Lights................... 102
Dealer Service.......................... 289
Defroster, Rear Window................... 204
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 287
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 101
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 290
Power Steering........................ 300
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 281
Disarming, Theft System................... 28
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 294Used Engine Fluids..................... 294
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 21
Door Opener, Garage..................... 125
Doors................................. 18
Drive Belts............................ 294
Driving............................... 236
Off-Pavement......................... 236
On Hills............................ 237
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 237
When to Use Low Range................. 236
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 77
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 133
Electrical Power Outlets................... 133
Electronic Speed Control................... 108
Electronic Vehicle Information Center.......... 112
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 272
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Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 272
Turn Signal.......................... 151
Flat Tire Changing....................... 274
Flooded Engine Starting................... 211
Fluid Capacities......................... 326
Fluid Leaks............................. 70
Fluid Level Checks....................... 70
Automatic Transmission................. 311
Clutch Fluid.......................... 313
Engine Oil........................... 290
Manual Transmission................... 313
Power Steering........................ 300
Fog Lights............................. 102
Folding Rear Seat........................ 94
Four Wheel Drive....................... 222
Operation........................... 222
Shifting..........................225,230
Systems..........................222,226Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 272
Front Axle............................. 315
Fuel................................. 259
Filler Cap............................ 262
Filler Door........................... 262
Gasoline............................ 259
Gauge.............................. 157
Materials Added....................... 262
Octane Rating........................ 259
Requirements......................259,326
Tank Capacity........................ 326
Fuel System Caution..................... 263
Fuses................................ 320
Garage Door Opener..................... 125
GasCap .............................. 262
Gasoline.............................. 259
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 260
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 260
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Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 153
Fuel................................ 157
Odometer........................... 154
Speedometer......................... 151
Tachometer.......................... 151
Gear Ranges........................215,217
General Information...................... 256
Glass Cleaning.......................... 318
Glove Compartment...................... 135
Hands-Free Phone........................ 78
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 272
Head Restraints.......................... 92
Head Rests............................. 92
Headlights............................ 101
High Beam........................... 151
Lights On Reminder.................... 102
Passing............................. 101Switch.............................. 101
Heated Mirrors.......................... 78
Heated Seats............................ 97
Heater............................... 198
Heater, Engine Block..................... 212
Holder, Cup........................... 136
Homelink Transmitter.................... 125
Hood Release........................... 97
Hoses................................ 307
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 313
Identifying Your Engine................285,286
Ignition
Key ................................. 12
Wiring System........................ 297
Illuminated Entry........................ 17
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 249
Information Center, Vehicle................. 112
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 75
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Instrument Cluster....................... 150
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 149
Interior Appearance Care.................. 317
Interior Fuses.......................... 320
Interior Lighting......................... 98
Interior Lights........................... 98
Intermittent Wipers...................... 107
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 274
Jack Operation.......................... 276
Jacking Instructions...................... 276
Jump Starting.......................... 279
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key Release Button....................... 13
Key, Replacement........................ 15
Key, Sentry............................. 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14Keyless Entry System...................... 23
Keys................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 151
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 35
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................62,63
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 259
Light Bar............................. 103
Lighter, Cigar.......................... 135
Lights..............................98,324
Airbag............................58,157
Anti-Lock........................... 152
Battery Saver......................... 102
Brake Warning........................ 155
Cargo ............................99,137
Cruise.............................. 155
Daytime Running...................... 102
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............99,101
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Dome.............................. 111
Fog ................................ 102
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............... 152
Fuses............................... 320
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 272
Headlight Switch...................... 101
Headlights........................... 101
Headlights On Reminder................. 102
Headlights On With Wipers............... 101
High Beam Indicator.................... 151
Instrument Cluster..................... 101
Intensity Control....................... 99
Interior.............................. 98
Lights On Reminder.................... 102
Low Fuel............................ 157
Malfunction Indicator................... 152
Map Reading......................... 100
Oil Pressure.......................... 155
Park............................... 101Passing............................. 101
Reading............................. 111
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 157
Sentry Key........................... 157
Transfer Case......................155,156
Transmission Warning................... 155
Turn Signal........................101,151
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 151
Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 244
Locks
Automatic Door........................ 21
Child Protection........................ 22
Door................................ 18
Power Door........................... 21
Steering Wheel......................... 17
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................62,63
Lubrication, Body....................... 301
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