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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
3
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR
CONTROLSROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.48)
(P.102)
(P.54) (P.59)
(P.66) (P.78)
(P.49)
(P.62)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.50)
(P.47)
DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
(P.9, 19) PASSENGER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
(P. 9,19 )
HEATING AND
AIR CONDITIONING
(P. 74)
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .38
............................
Instrument Panel .39
..........
Instrument Panel Indicators . 40
.............................................
Gauges .44
.....................................
Odometer .44
....................................
Trip meter .44
...............................
Select Button .44
..................................
Fuel Gauge .45
...................
Temperature Gauge . 45
............................................
Clock .45
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .46
Windshield Wipers and .......................................
Washers .47
...........
Turn Signal and Headlights . 48
........
Instrument Panel Brightness . 49
.................
Hazard Warning Button . 49
.................
Rear Window Def ogger . 50
...............................
Keys and Locks .51
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Immobilizer System .52
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Ignition Switch .53
..........................
Power Door Locks .54
................................................
Trunk .54
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 55
.......................
Remote Transmitter .56
.................................................
Seats .58 ..............................
Power Windows .59
..............................
Convertible Top .61
.............................................
Mirrors .66
.................................
Parking Brake .67
...........
Interior Convenience Items . 68
.........................
Beverage Holder .69
...........
Accessory Power Socket . 69
.............
Console Compartments . 69
.................................
Audio Panel .70
...................................
Interior Light .71
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
37
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Control L ocations
38
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLEPOWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR
CONTROLS ROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEMHEATING AND AIR
CONDITIONING
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.102)
(P.59)
(P.66) (P.74)
(P.78)
(P.49)
(P.62)
POWER DOOR
LOCK
SWITCH
(P.54)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
(P.69) MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
(P.115)
HEADLIGHT/TURNS SIGNALS
(P.48)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.
50) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
(P.47)
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
Do not lean or sit on an open door.
Do not push or pull the door glass
to open and close the door.
The convertible top seals are
designed to promote the f low of
water of f the roof . Spraying high-
pressure water directly on the
seals can distort them, causing a
leak. Use only a low-pressure
water stream when using a hose,
and avoid commercial car washes.
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare f rom headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position. Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
clean and adjusted f or best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore
you start driving. 1.
2. A djusting the Power Mirrors
To reduce the possibility of leaks: Mirrors
Convertible Top, Mirrors
66
TAB SELECTOR SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
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If you try to drive the vehicle without
releasing the parking brake, the ABS
indicator may come on, and the ABS
may not work properly.
If you drive at certain speeds without
f ully releasing the parking brake, a
beeper sounds continuously.
Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
mirrorright,left,up,ordown.
When you f inish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns the
adjustment switch of f to keep your
settings.
To apply the parking brake, pull the
lever up f ully. To release it, pull up
slightly, push the button, and lower
the lever. The parking brake
indicator on the instrument panel
should go out when the parking
brake is f ully released (see page ).40
3.
4.
Mirrors, Parking Brake
Parking Brake
Inst rument s and Cont rols
67
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and axles.
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Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice. Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passenger has f astened his or
her seat belt (see page ).
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Check that the hood is f ully closed.
Check that the trunk is f ully
closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
1.
2.
58
66 12
39
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Preparing to Drive
Driving
113
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µ
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Î
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No. Amps.No. Amps. Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
CONT INUED
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13 7.5 A
15 A
10 A
20 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A
15 A
7.5 A 15 A
10 A 14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
2710 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A Daytime Running Lights
Keyless Entry
Back-up
Interior Light
Small Lights
Radio
Starter Signal
Heater Control,
Cooling Fan Relay
Power Mirrors
Right Power Window
Lef t Power Window
Not used
Not used
Not used
Windshield Wiper,
Auto Stop Signal
Washer Motor
Not used
Not used
Accessory Socket
Windshield Wiper
Turn signal Light
ACG
Instrument Light, Backup
Lights
Ignition Coil
Engine Start
Fuel Pump, SRS
SRS
: Canadian Model
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
177
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 140
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 49
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .140
............
Daytime Running Lights . 48
..................
High Beam Indicator . 42
...........................
Reminder Tone .48
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 140
...................................
Turning on .48
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Heating and Cooling System . 74
............................
High Beam Lever .48
.......................
Hood, Opening the .102
..................................................
Horn .46
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch .139
Identif ication Number, .......................................
Vehicle .182
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .51
...........................................
Switch .53
............
Timing Control System . 190
........................
Immobilizer System .52 .........
Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators ..............
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 41
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .40, 172
................
Charging System . 40,170
.............................
Cruise Control .41
....................................
Door-open .41
DRL(Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .42
EPS (Electrical Power ..................................
Steering) .41
...................................
High Beam .42
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 42
......................................
Low Fuel .42
................
Low Oil Pressure . 40,170
...............
Maintenance Required . 43
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .41, 171
.......................................
Seat Belt .40
...............................................
SRS .41
..................................
Trunk-open .41
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .42
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 40...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire . 149
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Recommended Pressures . 150
...................................
Inside Mirror .66
.............................
Inspection, Tire .150
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Installing a Child Seat .28
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Instrument Panel .39
........
Instrument Panel Brightness . 49
...........................................
Interiors .40
........................................
Introduction . i
.......................
Label, Certif ication .182
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Lane Change, Signaling . 48
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts . 12,16
..................................................
Keys .51
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Jacking Up the Vehicle . 160
.......................................
Jack, Tire .159
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Jump Starting .166
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