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Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6
to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit
during starting, have it checked. If the light
stays on or comes on while driving, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objectslodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake
fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and
corrected immediately.
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NOTE:The fog lights will only operate with the head-
lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will
turn off the fog lights.
Turn Signals
Move the Multi-Function Lever up or down and the
arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to
show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal
lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever
partially up or down without moving beyond the detent.
If either light has a very fast flash rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light
when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the fuse
or indicator bulb is defective.
Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
Pull the Multi-Function Lever towards you to switch the
headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the Lever a second time
to switch the headlights to LOW beam.
Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the Multi-Function Lever toward you.
This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam
and remain on until the lever is released.
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WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow
the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure
Cap paragraph.
3. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
The Low Fuel Light will turn on when the fuel level
reaches approximately 2 to 4 gallons (7 to 15 liters)
this light will remain on until fuel is added.4. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has
traveled about one mile with the turn signals on, a chime
will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either
indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective
outside light bulb.
5. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
6. Anti-Lock Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem. The light will turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position and may
stay on for as long as four seconds.
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REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS—Interior Bulb Number
Center & Rear Reading Lights............... 578
Front Door Courtesy Light.................. 578
Liftgate Light(s).......................... 578
Overhead Console Reading Lights...........212–2
Visor Vanity Lights.....................V26377
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace-
ment instructions.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.LIGHT BULBS—Exterior Bulb Number
Back-up............................... 921
Rear Stop, Turn Signal....................3157
Rear Sidemarker......................... 168
Fog Light.............................9145
Front Turn Signal.......................3157A
Front Sidemarker......................... 194
Standard Headlight....................... H7
License................................ 168
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Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights
1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod-
ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward
away from the vehicle, disengaging the assembly from
the lower attachment clip.
2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the headlight
module and pull the bulb from socket.3. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and then reinstall
the headlight module.
Front Fog Light
1. Reach under the front fascia and grasp the front fog
light bulb.
2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the fog
light module.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the
bulb.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
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Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and
Back-up Lights
1. Raise the liftgate.
2. Remove the two tail light assembly screws and rotate
the assembly outward to remove the ball stud form the
attaching grommet.3. Twist the socket assembly to remove it from the
housing.
4. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
tail light assembly.
License Light
1. Place a screwdriver in the slot next to the release tab
and push on the release tab to remove the lens.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb and
push on the lens until it snaps into place.
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Anti-Lock........................... 166
Automatic Headlights................... 123
Back-Up............................. 367
Brake Warning........................ 167
Bulb Replacement...................363,364
Courtesy/Reading..................... 120
Cruise.............................. 170
Daytime Running...................... 124
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 122
Door Ajar........................... 173
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 173
Fog ..........................124,171,366
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 300
Headlight Switch...................... 122
Headlights.....................122,364,365
High Beam Indicator.................... 171
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Instrument Cluster..................... 122
Interior............................. 122License............................. 367
Liftgate Ajar.......................... 173
Lights On Reminder.................... 124
Malfunction Indicator................... 170
Oil Pressure.......................... 171
Park............................... 366
Reading............................. 138
Rear Servicing........................ 367
Rear Tail............................ 367
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 171
Service...........................363,364
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 170
Side Marker.......................... 367
Turn Signal..................122,125,366,367
Voltage............................. 165
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 165
Washer Fluid......................... 173
Load Leveling System.................... 157
Loading Vehicle......................292,293
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