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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood is f ully closed.Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors, the tailgate,
and the hatch glass are securely
closed and locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely. Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ).
Youshoulddothesechecksand
adjustments bef ore you drive your
vehicle:
1.
2.
10.78
88
14
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
55
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Driving Guidelines
Preparing to Drive
Driving
157
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These indicators on the instrument
panel show which position the shif t
lever is in.
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on f or a
f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it f lashes while driving (in
any shif t position), it indicates a
possible problem in the transmission.
If the malf unction indicator lamp
comes on along with the ‘‘D’’
indicator, there is a problem in the
automatic transmission control
system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and
have the transmission checked by
your dealer as soon as possible.
To shif t f rom any position, press
f irmly on the brake pedal and pull
the lever toward you. You cannot
shif t out of Park when the ignition
switch is in the LOCK (0) or the
ACCESSORY (I) position.
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Shif t L ever Position Indicators Shif ting
Automatic Transmission
Driving
161
SHIFT LEVER
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Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even f aster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Ref er to on page . Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See on page .
71
158 237
242
T he Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine Emergency
Towing
If theEngineWon’tStart
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Indicators......
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 57,168
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .56, 235
................
Charging System . 56,233
...........................
Check Fuel Cap .63
.............................
Cruise Control .58
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .59
...................................
High Beam .59
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 57
......................................
Low Fuel .59
................
Low Oil Pressure . 56,233
.................
Passenger Airbag Of f . 30
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .57
...............................................
SRS .57
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .59
VSA (Vehicle Stability ..............................
Assist) .58, 170
..............................
Washer Level .60
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel . 55
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .37
......................................
Inf ant Seats .37
............
Tether Anchorage Point . 45...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire . 212
........
Recommended Pressures . 213
...................................
Inside Mirror .88
.............................
Inspection, Tire .213
....................
Installing a Child Seat .40
............................
Instrument Panel .55
........
Instrument Panel Brightness . 67
..............
Instruments and Controls . 53
.................................
Interior Lights .95
........................................
Introduction .i
.................
Jacking up the Vehicle . 222
.......................................
Jack, Tire .220
................................
Jump Starting .229
..................................................
Keys .70
.......................
Label, Certif ication .244
.................
Lane Change, Signaling . 66
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14,18 ...........
LATCH Anchorage System . 41
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .203
.......................................
Indicator .55
.........................................
Parking .66
..................................
Turn Signal .66
....................................
Load Limits .151
......
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 72
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 72
..........................
Childproof Door .73
............................
Fuel Fill Door .143
....................................
Glove Box .93
.................................
Power Door .73
........................................
Tailgate .74
........................
Low Coolant Level .146
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator .59
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 56,233
................................
Lower Anchors .41
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 246
...........
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 150
...........
Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 153
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