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Your vehicle’s windows are
electrically-powered. Turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position to raise or lower either
window.
The AUTO f unction only works to
lower the driver’s window. To raise
the window, you must push the
window switch up and hold it until
the window reaches the desired
position.
The MAIN switch controls power to
the passenger’s window. With this
switch of f , the passenger’s window
cannot be raised or lowered. The
MAIN switch does not af f ect the
driver’s window. Keep the MAIN
switch of f when you have a child in
the vehicle so the child does not get
injured by operating the window
unintentionally.
There is a master power window
control panel on the dashboard. To
open the passenger’s window, push
down on the switch and hold it down
until the window reaches the desired
position. To close the window, push
up on the window switch. Release
the switch when the window gets to the position you want.
To open the driver’s
window f ully, push the window
switch f irmly down and release it.
The window automatically goes all
the way down. To stop the window
f rom going all the way down, push
up on the window switch brief ly. To
open the driver’s window only
partially, push the window switch
down lightly and hold it. The window
will stop as soon as you release the
switch.
Power Windows
AUTO
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH MAIN SWITCH
Closing a power window on
someone’s hands or fingers can
cause serious injury.
Make sure your passenger is
away from the window before
closing it.

Vents, Heating, and A/C
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TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
DEFROST
BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON DEFROST
BUTTON
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
ECON BUTTON
FAN CONTROL BUTTON
AUTO BUTTON
OFF BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
MODE CONTROL
BUTTON
MODE CONTROL
BUTTONTEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
ECON BUTTON
On vehicles without climate control
On vehicles with climate control

On vehicles with automatic
transmission (CVT), see page f or
Automatic Climate Control and
Manual Operations inf ormation.
You can manually select the f an
speed by pressing the f an control
button ( / or ). The
fanspeedisshownbybarsinthe
display.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.Switch to recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger of f and on (see page ).
Press the mode control button to
select the vents the air flows from.
Some air will f low f rom the
dashboard corner vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard. ThesystemshouldbeleftinFresh
Air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in Recirculation
mode, can cause the windows to f og
up.
If thecoolingprovidedinECON
mode is not adequate, press the Auto
button (see page ).
When the recirculation indicator is
on, air f rom the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in f rom the outside of the
vehicle (fresh air mode).
The outside air intakes f or the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
If the A/C is on, pressing this button
allowstheautoidlestoptoworkonly
when the outside temperature is
above 41°F (5°C). For more
information, see pages and . 78
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
Fan Control
T emperature Control Dial Rear Window Def ogger Button
ECON Button Mode Control Button
Recirculation Button
Features
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The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear window.
On vehicles with automatic
transmission (CVT), make sure the
display shows A/C OFF.
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming f rom the
system.Select and fresh air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
Airf low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents.
Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When mode is selected, the
auto idle stop f unction will not
activate. you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
AUTO, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode. Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page ). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reading returns to normal.
Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents. Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C (on climate control model only). Turn on the ECON mode by
pressing the ECON button. The
display shows A/C ON. Press the
ECON button again to turn the
ECON mode off.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
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If the interior is very warm,
On vehicles with automatic
transmission (CVT)
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Ventilation
Using the Heater Using the A /C in ECON Mode
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Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode. On vehicles with
climate control, the system also
turns on the A/C. The A/C
indicator will not come on, if it was
off to start with.
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to the maximum level.
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
bef ore driving.
To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows: Turn the fan on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial to your pref erence.
To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel next to them. This
will send more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select the Fresh
Air mode to avoid f ogging the
windows.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select , the system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C on
vehicles with climate control. (The
A/C indicator stays off.) Adjust the temperature control
dial so the airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
When mode is selected, the
auto idle stop f unction will not
activate.
When you switch to another mode
f rom , the A/C turns of f . But
if it was on to start with, it stays on.
When you turn of f by
pressing the button again, the
system returns to its former settings.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
T o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
To Def og and Def rost To Dehumidify the Interior
Features
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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 the hood is f ully closed. Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Make sure the doors and the
hatch are securely closed and
locked.
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.
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely. Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
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Preparing to Drive
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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.
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.Make sure the windows are closed.
Turn of f the lights.
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.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.
in the storage box or take them
with you.
Lock the doors and the hatch with
the key or the remote transmitter. 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.
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.
Parking
Parking T ips
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Check the f luid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use. This
reservoir supplies the windshield and
rear window washers.
Check the reservoir’s f luid level by
removing the cap and looking at the
level gauge attached to the cap.Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer f luid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents f reezing in cold weather.
When you ref ill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer f luid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition them.
Windshield Washers
Maint enance
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LEVEL GAUGE
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.