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Changing the blower speed
The blower may be operated (when the ignition key is in
the ON position) at 4 different speeds. Select the best
speed to fit your needs. When the blower switch is set to
the ``O'' position, all air conditioning functions will stop.
Changing the temperature
Select the desired temperature level by turning the tem-
perature control dial either clockwise or counterclock-
wise. Turning the temperature control dial clockwise
makes the air warmer.
NOTE: When the engine coolant temperature is low, the
temperature of air introduced into the passenger com-
partment does not change even if the temperature control
dial is moved to the high temperature side.
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How to use the controls
Heating
Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the
illustration and set the air selection switch (A) to the
ªoutsideº position.
Adjust the temperature by turning the temperature con-
trol dial clockwise. Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE: When maximum heating is needed, set the
blower speed to the fourth position.
Defrosting or defogging of the windshield and
door windows
CAUTION!
For safety, make sure you have a clear view through
all windows before driving.
To remove frost or fog from the windshield and door
windows, use the mode selection dial (ª
ºorªº).
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Adjust the temperature by turning the temperature con-
trol dial clockwise or counterclockwise.
Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE: If the outside air is dusty or otherwise contami-
nated, or if maximum cooling performance is desired, set
air selection switch (A) to the recirculation position and
the temperature control dial all the way to the left.
Introduce outside air from time to time for proper
ventilation.
Important operation tips for air conditioning
1. Park the vehicle in the shade whenever possible.
Parking under the hot sun makes the vehicle interior
extremely hot, which requires more time to cool the
interior. If it is necessary to park in the sun, open the
windows for the first few minutes of air conditioning
operation to expel hot air.
2. Close the windows when the air conditioning is in use.
The entry of outside air through open windows will
reduce cooling efficiency.
3. When operating the system, make sure the air intake,
which is located in front of the windshield, is free of
obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the
air-intake plenum may reduce air flow and plug the
plenum water drains.
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations
If the air conditioning seems less effective than usual, the
cause might be a refrigerant leak.
Have the system inspected by your authorized dealer.
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Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 224
Cassette Tape Player..................219,221
CD Player.........................219,227
Center console......................... 215
Center console box...................... 213
Charging system warning light..........107,114
Check engine/malfunction indicator lamp . 107,115
Child restraint.......................... 76
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 145
Cleaning
Exterior of your car................... 252
Interior of your car.................... 251
Clock................................ 216
Compact spare tire...................265,373
Contract, Service....................... 380
Coolant (engine)....................... 318
Cruise control (for non-turbo)
Indicator.........................107,113
Cruise control (for turbo)
Indicator.........................107,113
Cup holder........................... 212
Customer Arbitration Board............... 381
Customer Assistance.................... 378Dealer Service......................... 378
Defroster (rear window).................. 125
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 310
Dimmer control........................ 122
Disc brake pads........................ 327
Dome light........................... 301
Dome light/Reading light................ 129
Door hinges, rear hatch hinges, hood lock
release mechanism and safety catch......... 328
Door Opener, Garage.................... 132
Door-ajar warning light...............107,112
Doors
Lock............................... 26
Power door locks...................... 34
Drive belt............................ 331
Driving, alcohol and drugs................ 201
Driving speed
Automatic transaxle................... 157
Manual transaxle..................... 169
Electric rear window defroster switch........ 125
Emission-control system maintenance........ 309
Engine compartment.................257,307
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Seats
Front seats........................... 57
Rear seats............................ 66
SECURITY indicator................49,107,112
Service Assistance...................... 378
Service Manuals........................ 383
Setting the clock........................ 216
Severe maintenance schedule.............. 354
Snow tires............................ 345
Spare tire.......................264,265,373
Spark plugs........................313,375
Speedometer.......................106,108
Starting
At extremely cold ambient temperature..... 153
Flooded engine....................... 153
Normal conditions.................... 152
Steering system
Steering lock......................... 151
Tilt lock lever........................ 175
Sun visors............................ 209
Sunroof............................... 46
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag
Maintenance......................... 327Warning light.....................107,116
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Air bag . . 89
Supplemental Restraint System warning light . . 116
Tachometer........................106,108
Tape Player........................... 219
Temperature Gage, Engine Coolant.......... 277
Theft protection........................ 151
Theft-alarm
SECURITY indicator..............49,107,112
System.............................. 48
Timing belt........................... 332
Tips for driving in various conditions........ 201
Tire chains............................ 345
Ti re s
Compact spare tire.................... 265
Inflation pressure...............336,372,373
Maintenance......................332,338
Quality Grading...................... 385
Rotation............................ 344
Size (tire and wheels).................. 373
Snow tires.......................... 345
Spare tire........................... 264
INDEX 393