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NOTE
lWhen maximum cooling is desired,
set the temperature control dial to the
extreme cold position and set the air
intake selector to the
position,
then set the fan control dial to
position 4.
lIf warmer air is desired at floor level,
set the mode selector dial at the
position and adjust the temperature
control dial to maintain maximum
comfort.
lThe air to the floor is warmer than
air to the face (except when the
temperature control dial is set at the
extreme hot or cold position).
qVentilation
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the
position.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
qWindshield Defrosting and
Defogging
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
WARNING
Foggy Windshield:
Using the
position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position will cause the outside of the
windshield to fog up. Your vision will
be hampered, which could lead to a
serious accident. Set the temperature
control to the hot or warm position
when using the
position.
NOTE
lFor maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control dial to the
extreme hot position and the fan
control dial to position 4.
lIf warm air is desired at the floor, set
the mode selector dial to the
position.
lIn theorposition, air
conditioning is automatically turned
on to defrost the windshield quickly
(however, the indicator light does not
illuminate) and the
position is
automatically selected. The air intake
selector switch cannot be changed to
the
position.
qDehumidifying (With Air
Conditioner)
Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold
weather to help defog the windshield and
side windows.
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
desired position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the
position.
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3. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
5. Turn on the air conditioner.
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Vent Operation (Rear)
*
**
*
*
* Depending on the model some vents may not be available.
Knob
qAdjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob.
NOTE
When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of
trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
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qSelecting the Airflow Mode
Floor Vents Roof Vents
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Control Panel (Rear)í
Fan control dial
Fan control dial Mode selector dial
Type A
NOTE:
(Rear heater type)
(Rear cooler type)
Type BSupplies only hot air
out of floor outlets.
NOTE:
Supplies cold or hot
air out of roof vents
or floor outlets. Supplies only cold air
out of roof vents.
qControl Switches
Rear air conditioner main switch
0123REAR
The air conditioner has front and rear
controls. The front air conditioner controls
override the rear controls.
The rear air conditioner main switch is
under the front air conditioner control
panel.This switch allows variable fan speeds for
the rear air conditioner.
0―Fan off
REAR―Select the desired fan speed with
rear air conditioner control panel.
1―Low speed
2―Medium speed
3―High speed
Fan control dial
021
3
This dial allows variable fan speeds.
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0―Fan off
1―Low speed
2―Medium speed
3―High speed
NOTE
When the rear air conditioner main
switch is not set to the REAR position,
the fan control dial of the rear air
conditioner control panel does not
work.
The front air conditioner controls
override the rear controls.
Mode selector dial (Type B)
Turn the dial to select the cooler mode or
the heater mode.
―cooler mode
―heater mode
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and
temperature performance.
qTread Wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one-and-a-half times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm because of variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
qTraction-AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent
the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction
tests and does not include acceleration cornering (turning), hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
qTemperature-A, B, C
The temperature grades A (the highest), B, and C, represent the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by
law.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
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A
Accessory Socket .............................. 6-57
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-13
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-56
Air Filter ............................................ 8-20
Antenna ............................................. 6-14
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-6
Warning light ............................... 5-7
Appearance Care ............................... 8-42
Ashtray .............................................. 6-49
Audio System ................................... 6-14
Audio control switch .................. 6-42
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-14
Safety certification ..................... 6-44
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips ................................ 5-12
Fluid ........................................... 8-17
Overdrive ................................... 5-11
Shift-lock override ..................... 5-11
Shift-lock system ........................ 5-11
Transaxle ranges .......................... 5-9
B
Battery
Emergency starting .................... 7-18
Maintenance ............................... 8-24
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-32
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-32
Power sliding door beep ............. 5-32
Seat belt warning beep ............... 5-32
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-6
After getting in ............................. 4-6
Before getting in .......................... 4-6
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-19
B
Bottle Holder ..................................... 6-53
Brake
Fluid ........................................... 8-15
Brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-6
Foot brake .................................... 5-4
Pad wear indicator ........................ 5-7
Parking brake ............................... 5-4
Warning light ............................... 5-5
Break-In Period ................................... 4-7
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-30
C
Capacities .......................................... 10-4
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-5
Cargo Securing Loops ...................... 6-56
Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-3
Cell Phones ....................................... 9-14
Child Restraint
Child restraint precautions ......... 2-41
Installing child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-45
LATCH child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-53
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ... 3-11
Cigarette Lighter ............................... 6-49
Climate Control System ...................... 6-2
Gas specifications ...................... 10-5
Clock ................................................. 6-24
Courtesy Lights ................................. 6-48
Cruise Control ................................... 5-13
Cup Holder ........................................ 6-51
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-23
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