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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 14
Warning and control lights 14
Gauges 19
Entertainment Systems 21
AM/FM stereo with single CD 21
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 25
Climate Controls 32
Manual heating and air conditioning 32
Lights 34
Headlamps 34
Turn signal control 37
Bulb replacement 39
Driver Controls 45
Windshield wiper/washer control 45
Steering wheel adjustment 46
Power windows 49
Mirrors 50
Traction control 51
Locks and Security 58
Keys 58
Locks 58
Anti-theft system 65
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Instrument cluster
(pg. 14)Windshield wiper/washer
control
(pg. 45)
Driver air bag
(pg. 95) Speed controls*
(pg. 51)
Instrument panel
dimmer/dome light
control
(pg. 36)
Hood release handle
(pg. 236) Power mirror control*
(pg. 50)Headlamp and turn
signal control
(pg. 34)
Manual tilt steering
column lever
(pg. 46)
* if equipped
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WARNING: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver
to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of
control or an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while
the vehicle is moving.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
Storage compartment (if equipped)
Press the OPEN control to open the
storage compartment. The door will
open slightly and can be moved to
full open.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
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Note:The passenger window switches will not illuminate when the
window control is in the LOCKED position.
Press the left side to restore the window controls.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, power windows and moonroof operate for up to
ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ACC or ON to
the OFF position, the key is not in the ignition or until either front door
is opened.
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows or moon roof.
They may seriously injure themselves.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control, located on the instrument panel left of the
steering wheel, clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and
rotate the control
counterclockwise to adjust the
left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
Fold-away mirrors
Carefully pull the outside mirrors
inwards when driving through a
narrow space, like an automatic car
wash.
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Heated outside mirrors(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
With cruise control/speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30
mph (48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal. Cruise control/Speed control does not work at speeds below 30
mph (48 km/h).
WARNING: Using cruise control in the following conditions
could cause you to lose control of the vehicle:
•Heavy or unsteady traffic
•Slippery or winding roads
•Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed
Don’t use cruise control in these situations.
Setting cruise control/speed control
The controls for using your cruise
control/speed control are located on
the steering wheel for your
convenience.
1. Press the ON control and
release it.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
ON
OFF
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