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CAUTION!
Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe when loading
and unloading luggage. Heat from the exhaust could
lead to burns.
To open the trunk lid
Vehicles with keyless entry system
Press the TRUNK button twice within five seconds.
(Refer to ``Keyless entry system'' on page 29.) The trunk
lid will unlock and pop up slightly. Lift it to open the
trunk.
Vehicles without keyless entry system
Insert the ignition key and turn it clockwise. The trunk
lid will unlock and pop up slightly. Lift it to open the
trunk.To close the trunk lid
Lower the trunk lid and push down with both hands
until it locks.
Trunk-ajar warning chime
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h)
and the trunk lid is open, a chime will sound to inform
the driver that the trunk lid is not properly shut.
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WARNING!
²Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap)
slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck
which may cause injury.
²The volatility of some gasolines may cause a build
up of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase
while you drive. This pressure can result in a
spray of gasoline and/or vapors when you remove
the cap from a hot vehicle. Removing the cap
slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents
fuel spray.
²Never have any smoking materials lit in or near
the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the
tank filled.
²Never add fuel when the engine is running. This
is in violation of most state and federal fire
regulations and will cause the malfunction indi-
cator light to turn on.
The fuel filler is located on the right rear of the body.
Hook a finger behind the fuel filler door, and pull the
door toward you.
Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap slowly by turning it
counterclockwise.
To close, securely turn the fuel tank filler tube cap
clockwise until you hear clicking sounds, and gently
push the fuel filler tank door into the closed position.
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CAUTION!
²Prolonged driving with the malfunction indicator
light on may result in further damage to the
emission control system. Continued driving could
also affect fuel economy and driveability.
²If the light does not illuminate when the ignition
key is turned to the ªONº position (bulb check),
have the system checked at an authorized dealer.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the battery cable when the
Malfunction indicator light (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) is
ON.
The engine electronic control module stores critical OBD
data, which may be lost if the battery is disconnected.
This can make rapid diagnosis more difficult.
If the fuel tank filler cap is not secured properly, the
light may come on. Be sure the fuel tank filler tube cap
is tightened every time you add fuel. (Turn the fuel
tank filler cap clockwise until you hear clicking
sounds.)Overheating warning light
If the warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, it is possible that the
engine is overheated.
Immediately park your vehicle in a safe
place and make the necessary corrections.
(Refer to ``Engine overheating'' on page 279.)
While driving, care should always be taken to maintain
the normal operating temperature.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-air bag
warning light
This light illuminates when the Supplemen-
tal Restraint System-air bag is not working
properly. It will also illuminate for about 7
seconds after the ignition key is turned to the ªONº
position or after the engine is started. The light should
then go out.
Check the light every time the vehicle is started.
If it does not illuminate, or stays on for more than
approximately 7 seconds after the ignition key is turned
ªONº or after the engine is started, or if it comes on while
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CONTENTS
mSun visors............................211
NTo adjust the sun visor position...........211
NVanity mirror........................212
mAccessory socket.......................213
mCup holder...........................214
mAccessory boxes.......................215
NGlove compartment....................216
NCenter console with lid..................217
NTrunk net (if so equipped)...............217
mElectronic digital clock...................218
NClock setting procedure.................218
mGeneral information about your radio.......218
NSignal transmission....................219NWeak reception (fading).................219
NReflections...........................219
NCross modulation......................220
NFM stereo reception....................220
NCauses of disturbances..................220
mWhip antenna.........................221
mAM Stereo & FM Stereo Radio With Graphic
Equalizer, Cassette Tape Player And CD Player
(if so equipped)
.......................221
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......221
NPower Switch, Volume Control............222
NSeek Button (Radio Mode)...............222
NTuning.............................222
NBalance............................222
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NFade..............................222
NGraphic Equalizer.....................222
NAM/FM Selection.....................222
NScan Button.........................222
NTo Set The Radio Pushbutton Memory......223
NGeneral Information...................223
NTo Change From Clock To Radio Mode......223
NTape Player Operation..................223
NSeek Button.........................224
NFast Forward (FF).....................224
NRewind (RW)........................224
NTape Eject...........................224
NScan Button.........................224
NChanging Tape Direction................224
NMetal Tape Selection...................224
NPinch Roller Release...................224NNoise Reduction......................225
NOperation InstructionsÐCD Player.........225
NInserting The Compact Disc..............225
NSeek Button.........................225
NEJT CD (Eject) Button..................225
NFF/Tune/RW Button...................225
NProgram Button 4 (Random Play)..........226
NTape /CD Button.....................226
NTime Button.........................226
NScan Button.........................226
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance......226
mAM/FM Stereo Radio With 4 Disc CD Changer
(if so equipped)
.......................227
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......227
NPower Switch, Volume Control............227
NSeek Button (Radio Mode)...............228
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NTuning.............................228
NBalance............................228
NFade..............................228
NTone Control........................228
NMODE Selection......................228
NPTY (Program Type) Selection.............228
NScan Button.........................228
NTo Set The Pushbutton Memory...........229
NTo Change From Clock To Radio Mode......229
NGeneral Information...................229
NOperating Instructions Ð CD Changer......229
NInserting the Compact Disc..............229
NSeek Button.........................230
NFF /Tune/ RW Button..................230
NRandom Play........................230
NRadio/CD Button.....................230NTime Button.........................230
NScan Button.........................230
NLoading The CD Changer...............230
NPlaying Discs........................231
NRemoving Discs From The CD Changer.....231
mSteering wheel remote control switches (if so
equipped)
...........................231
NHow to adjust the volume...............232
NTo listen to the audio system..............232
NTo listen to the radio...................232
NAutomatic tuning the radio...............232
NTo select the preset memory..............232
NTo listen to a tape.....................233
NTo listen to a CD......................233
NHandling of compact discs...............234
mRadio operation and cellular phones........236
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ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
The clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in hours
and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or
ACC position.
Clock setting procedure
1. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object,
press either the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the
radio. The time setting will increase each time you press
the button.
2. Press any other button to exit from the clock setting
mode.
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RADIO
A vehicle is not an ideal place to listen to the radio,
because the vehicle moves, and reception conditions are
constantly changing. Buildings, terrain, signal distance
and noise from other vehicles are all working against
good reception.
Please read the following information regarding radio
reception, especially those regarding stereo transmission.
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FM AM
25 to 40 mile radius
(40 to 64 Km)100 mile radius
(160 Km)
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FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbances
as AM. AM reception is sensitive to electrical distur-
bances such as power lines, lightning and other types of
similar electrical phenomena.
WHIP ANTENNA
To remove the whip antenna, turn it counterclockwise.
CAUTION!
It is recommended to remove the whip antenna
before going into an automatic vehicle wash or
passing under places with a low height clearance.
AM STEREO & FM STEREO RADIO WITH
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER, CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER
AND CD PLAYER (IF SO EQUIPPED)
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
NOTE:
Power to operate the radio is supplied through
the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position
to operate the radio.
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