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Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic
transmission
P (Park)
This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
•Start the engine
•Depress the brake pedal
•Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear
To put your vehicle in P (Park):
•Come to a complete stop
•Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
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Audible Warnings
Distance to Object Warning
Speed above 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
up to 1.6 feet (.5 meters) Solid
1.6 feet (.5 meters) to 3.1 feet
(1 meter)Fast beep
3.1 feet (1 meter) to 5.7 feet
(1.8 meters)Medium/fast beep
5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet
(2.8 meters)Medium beep
9 feet (2.8 meters) to 13 feet
(4 meters)Medium/slow beep
13 feet (4 meters) to 19.6 feet
(6 meters)Slow beep
Speed below 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
up to 1.4 feet (.4 meters) Solid
1.4 feet (.4 meters) to 3 feet
(.9 meters)Fast beep
3 feet (.9 meters) to 4.5 feet
(1.4 meters)Medium beep
4.5 feet (1.4 meters) to 6.3
feet (1.9 meters)Medium/slow beep
6.3 feet (1.9 meters) to 8.7
feet (2.6 meters)Slow beep
8.7 feet (2.6 meters) to 16.4
feet (5 meters)No sound
The reverse sensing system is automatically enabled when the gear
selector is placed in R (Reverse) and the ignition is ON. A control in the
message center allows the driver to disable the system only when the
ignition is ON and the gear selector is in R (Reverse). Refer toMessage
centerin theDriver Controlschapter.
The message center will indicate the system is OFF and will not allow
the driver to switch the system ON to indicate a failure of the reverse
sensing system.
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HAZARD FLASHER
The hazard flasher is located on the
steering column, just behind the
steering wheel. The hazard flashers
will operate when the ignition is in
any position or if the key is not in
the ignition.
Push in the flasher control and all
front and rear direction signals will
flash. Press the flasher control again
to turn them off. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and is creating a
safety hazard for other motorists.
Note:With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
FUEL
RESET
The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electric
fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump
shut-off switch may have been activated.
The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on a bracket inside of the
luggage compartment.
Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.
1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by
pushing in on the reset button.
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4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and
return the key to the OFF position.
5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.
FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
If electrical components in the
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blown. Blown fuses are
identified by a broken wire within
the fuse. Check the appropriate
fuses before replacing any electrical
components.
Note:Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage
rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire
damage and could start a fire.
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
COLOR
Fuse
ratingMini
fusesStandard
fusesMaxi
fusesCartridge
maxi
fusesFuse link
cartridge
2A Grey Grey — — —
3A Violet Violet — — —
4A Pink Pink — — —
5A Tan Tan — — —
7.5A Brown Brown — — —
10A Red Red — — —
15A Blue Blue — — —
20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue
25A Natural Natural — — —
30A Green Green Green Pink Pink
40A — — Orange Green Green
50A — — Red Red Red
60A — — Blue — Yellow
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 10A Starter relay coil
2 10A Restraint Control Module (RCM),
Occupant Classification Sensor
(OCS), Passenger Air bag
Deactivation Indicator (PADI)
3 10A Audio, Navigation control head
4 10A Back-up lamps
5 — Not used
6 10A Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS), Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) relay coil, Ignition
coil relay coil, Fuel relay coil
7 10A Wiper module
8 10A Power Decklid Module (PDM),
Lighting Control Module (LCM),
Overdrive cancel switch, Cluster,
Rear defroster relay coil, Compass
module
9 7.5A Mirror switch illumination, Door
lock switch illumination, Heated
seat switch illumination, LCM,
Electrochromatic mirror
10 15A Hazards
11 10A Rear Air Suspension Module
(RASM)
12 10A LCM (Illumination)
13 10A Cluster, Extended rear park aide
module
14 15A Adjustable pedals
15 10A Dual Automatic Temperature
Control (DATC) module
16 20A Cigar lighter, OBD II
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To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to
the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or
refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 20A* Ignition switch (Key in, RUN 1,
RUN 2)
2 25A* Ignition switch (RUN/START,
RUN/ACC, START)
3 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
keep alive power
4 20A* Fuel relay feed
5 20A* Instrument panel power point
6 15A* Alternator regulator
7 30A* PCM relay feed
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
8 20A* Driver’s Door Module (DDM)
9 15A* Ignition coil relay feed
10 20A* Horn relay feed
11 15A* A/C clutch relay feed
12 20A* Audio
13 20A* Instrument panel fuse box feed #3
14 20A* Stop lamp switch
15 15A* Lumbar, Fuel door
16 20A* Heated seats
17 – Not used
18 – Not used
19 15A* Injectors
20 15A* PCM, Mass Air Flow (MAF)
sensor
21 15A* Powertrain loads and sensors, A/C
clutch relay coil feed
22 10A* Rear Air Suspension Module
(RASM)
23 10A* Delayed accessory (Moonroof,
audio and navigation system)
24 – Not used
101 40A** Blower relay feed
102 50A** Cooling fan
103 50A** Instrument panel fuse box feed #1
104 40A** Instrument panel fuse box feed #2
105 30A** Starter relay feed
106 40A** ABS module (Pump)
107 40A** Rear defroster relay feed
108 40A** Power Decklid Module (PDM)
109 20A** ABS module (Valves)
110 30A** Wiper module
111 20A** Rear power point #1
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
112 30A** RASM (Air compressor)
113 20A** Rear power point #2
114 20A** Moonroof
115 20A** Rear cigar lighters
116 30A** Pulldown module
117 30A** Driver seat module
118 20A** Rear heated seats
K201 Micro relay A/C clutch
K202 — Not used
K203 Micro relay Ignition coil
K204 Micro relay PCM
K205 — Not used
K206 Micro relay Fuel
K207 — Not used
K208 — Not used
K209 Micro relay Horn
K301 Mini relay Starter
K302 Mini relay RASM (Air compressor)
K303 Mini relay Blower
K304 Mini relay Delayed accessory
D501 Diode A/C clutch
D502 Diode Reverse battery
D503 Diode Horn, Door latch
CB601 20A Circuit
BreakerPower seats
CB602 20A Circuit
BreakerDelayed accessory relay for
windows, moonroof, audio and
navigation system
* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses
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