The spotlights have a two-position
switch. In the DOOR position, the
lights come on when you open either
door. In the OFF position, the lights
do not come on.
The spotlights (with the switch in
the DOOR position) also come on
when you unlock the door with the
key or the remote transmitter, and
when you remove the key f rom the
ignition switch.The courtesy light between the
spotlights comes on when you turn
the parking lights on. To adjust its
brightness, push the instrument
panel brightness control buttons
under the driver’s side vent.OnEXandSimodels
OnEXandSimodels
Interior Lights
Courtesy L ight
Inst rument s and Cont rols
107
DOOR ACTIVATED OFF POSITION
SPOTLIGHT
COURTESY LIGHT
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Once the security system is set,
opening either door without using
the key or the remote transmitter,
the hood, or the trunk will cause the
system to alarm. It also alarms if the
radio is removed f rom the dashboard
or the wiring is cut.
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights, and taillights f lashes if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicleorremovetheradio.This
alarm continues f or 2 minutes, then
the system resets. To reset an
alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors f rom the outside with the key,
lock tab, door lock switch, or remote
transmitter. The security system
indicator on the instrument panel
starts blinking immediately to show
you the system is setting itself .
With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the master key
(U.S. LX model) or the remote
transmitter (U.S. EX and Si models)
without triggering the alarm. Thealarm will sound if the trunk lock is
f orced, or the trunk is opened with
thetrunkreleasehandleorthe
emergency trunk opener.
The security system will not set if
the hood, trunk, or either door is not
f ully closed. If the system will not set,
check the door and trunk open
indicators on the instrument panel
(see page ), to see if the doors
and the trunk are f ully closed. Since
it is not part of the monitor display,
manually check the hood.
Use the remote transmitter
to quickly check that the hood, the
trunk, and both doors are closed.
Push the lock button twice within5
seconds. There should be an audible
conf irmation beep.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. 61
If equipped
Security System
174
NOTE:
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked. Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ). Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ). Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.
Check that the hood is f ully closed.
Check that the trunk is f ully
closed. When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ).
1.
2.
14
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
11.
10.
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100 73 55
Preparing to Drive
Driving
193
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If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, set the parking brake
bef ore you put the transmission in
Park. This keeps the vehicle f rom
moving and putting pressure on the
parking mechanism in the
transmission.If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in f irst gear.
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in reverse gear.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
Make sure the moonroof (if
equipped) and the windows are
closed.
Lock the doors. Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the trunk or take them with you. Turn of f the lights.
Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
Check the indicator on the
instrument panel to verif y that the
security system is set.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
On vehicles with security system
Parking T ips
Parking
202
Never install a sunshade between the
upper and lower meters on the
instrument panel. If you do, you could
cause heat damage to the upper meter
on a very hot day.
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If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter. Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry. Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors). If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals. Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield. Disconnect the battery.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic).
Vehicle Storage
250
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No. Amps.No. Amps. Circuits Protected Amps.
No. Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 7.5 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A 9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16 7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A ODS (Occupant Detection
System)
Meter
SRS
Right Headlight High Beam
Left Headlight High Beam
Small Lights (Interior)
Small Lights (Exterior)
Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
20 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 30 A
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38 Left Headlight Low Beam
Headlight High Beam Main
Small Lights Main
Not Used
Headlight Low Beam Main
Not Used
Not Used
Moonroof
Door Lock
Driver’s Power Window
HAC Option
Rear Accessory Socket
Accessory
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Accessory, Radio
IG2 HAC
Daytime Running Lights
Front Wiper
Power Window
Fuel Pump
IG1 ACG
ABS
Audio Amp
Front Fog Lights
Not Used
Not Used
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
271
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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Not Used
: If equipped
CONT INUED
...
Accessories and Modif ications .186
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................
Position) .76
............
Accessory Power Sockets .104
................
Adding Engine Coolant .224
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .221
.......
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .73
.........
Advice f or Pregnant Women .16
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,21
..............
Air Conditioning System .110
.........................................
Usage .113
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .242
.......................
Alcohol in Gasoline .180
......................................
Antif reeze .224
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator .59, 204
...................................
Operation .204
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 172
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .76
................................
Audio System .115
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 78
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 175..............
Automatic Transmission . 198
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .278
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 228
.......................................
Shif ting .198
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .198
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 198
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 201
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .57, 263
............................
Jump Starting .259
..............................
Maintenance .248
............................
Specif ications .279
..............................
Bef ore Driving .179
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
.........................
Beverage Holders .103
..................................
Booster Seats .47
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 204
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 180
....................
Bulb Replacement .236
...........................................
Fluid .230 .......................................
Parking .101
..........................
System Design .203
.................
System Indicator . 58,265
........................
Wear Indicators .203
.............................
Braking System .203
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 180
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 71
........................
Brights, Headlights .70
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .236
..............................
Brake Lights .236
................
Front Parking Lights . 235
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 235
.................................
Headlights .232
.........
High-mount Brake Light . 237
............................
Specif ications .279
....................
Turn Signal Lights . 235
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .232
............................
Capacities Chart .278
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50
.............................
Carrying Cargo .188
Index
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B
C
INDEX
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Economy, Fuel .185
..................................
Emergencies .251
.............
Battery, Jump Starting .259
...........
Brake System Indicator .265
................
Changing a Flat Tire .253
.....
Charging System Indicator .263
..................
Checking the Fuses .266
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers .72
............................
Jump Starting .259
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .263
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .264 ..................
Overheated Engine .261
.......................................
Towing .272
.........................
Emergency Brake .101
......................
Emergency Flashers .72
......................
Emergency Towing .272
............
Emergency Trunk Opener .89
.......................
Emissions Controls .283
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 286
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 224
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 66
.........................
If It Won’t Start .257
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .57, 264
.......................
Oil Lif e Indicator .209
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 57,263
.............................
Oil, Synthetic .221
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 220
...............................
Overheating .261
............................
Specif ications .278
....................
Speed Limiter . 197,200
.......................................
Starting .194
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .180
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 283
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .50 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by .16
....................................
Fan Control .111
.........................................
Features .109
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 181
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .239
...............................................
Oil .222
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 72
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 253
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 228
..........................................
Brake .230
.........................................
Clutch .230
..............
Manual Transmission . 229
..........................
Power Steering .231
..................
Windshield Washer . 227
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .167
...........................
Folding Rear Seat .94
..........................
Four-way Flashers .72
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .224
Doors .
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 78
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 77
......................
Power Door Locks .78
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 280
Downshif ting, Manual .............................
Transmission .195
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving .191
....................................
Economy .185
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter . 239
Index
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INDEX
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