The auxiliary power point is located
in the floor console.
Do not use the power point for
operating the cigarette lighter
element (if equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being
blown, do not use the power
point(s) over the vehicle capacity of
12 VDC/180W.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.
Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.
Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty.
Rear auxiliary power point (if equipped)
A second auxiliary power point is located on the rear side of the console.
It is accessible from the rear seats.
CENTER CONSOLE
1. Cupholders
2. Tissue holder in lid
3. Rear power point
4. Large utility compartment has an
exterior power point in front of the
lid, and inside the compartment has
coin holder slots and a
business/credit card holder
The rear side of the console may
incorporate the following features:
•Air vents
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A
Accessory delay ..........................65
AdvanceTrac ..............................221
Air cleaner filter .......................319
Air conditioning ..........................43
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................151–152, 160, 162
and child safety seats ............153
description ..............152, 160, 162
disposal ....................................165
driver airbag ............154, 161, 163
indicator light .................160, 165
operation .................154, 161, 163
passenger airbag .....154, 161, 163
side airbag ...............................160
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................235
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................300
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................220
Anti-theft system ......................121
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................21, 26, 31
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................228, 231
fluid, adding ............................317
fluid, checking ........................317
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
fluid, specification ..................326
Auxiliary power point .................62
Axle
lubricant specifications ..323, 326
refill capacities ........................321
B
Battery .......................................298acid, treating emergencies .....298
jumping a disabled battery ....266
maintenance-free ....................298
replacement, specifications ...319
servicing ..................................298
BeltMinder .................................146
Brakes ........................................219
anti-lock ...................................220
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................220
fluid, checking and adding ....317
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
fluid, specifications .........323, 326
lubricant specifications ..323, 326
parking ....................................220
shift interlock ..........................227
C
Calculating load ........................209
Capacities for refilling fluids ....321
Cargo cover ...............................105
Cargo management system ......105
Cassette tape player .............21, 26
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................256
Child safety restraints ..............166
child safety belts ....................166
Child safety seats ......................170
attaching with tether straps ..174
in front seat ............................171
in rear seat ..............................171
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............283
instrument panel ....................285
interior .....................................286
interior trim ............................285
plastic parts ............................284
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Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
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