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Ending Cruise Control
There are three ways to disengage the cruise control:
Step lightly on the brake pedal or clutch; when
cruise control disengages, the indicator light on
the cruise control button will go out.
Press the on/off button, this will turn off the cruise
control system.
Press the cancel button.
Erasing Speed Memory
When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition,
your cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Headlamps
The exterior lamp control is located on the turn
signal/multifunction lever.
O(Exterior Lamp Control):Turn the control with
this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps.The exterior lamp control has the following
three positions:
AUTO (Automatic):Turn the control to this position to
put the headlamps in automatic mode. AUTO mode
will turn the exterior lamps on and off depending upon
how much light is available outside of the vehicle.
;(Parking Lamps):Turn the control to this position
to turn on the parking lamps together with the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
License Plate Lamps
Instrument Panel Lights
53(Headlamps):Turning the control to this
position turns on the headlamps, together with the
previously listed lamps and lights.
Lamps On Reminder
If you open the driver’s door with the ignition off and
the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the
day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional
daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles
rst sold in Canada.
The DRL system will make your low-beam headlamps
come on at a reduced brightness in daylight when
the following conditions are met:
The ignition is on,
the exterior lamp band is in AUTO,
the transaxle is not in PARK (P),
the light sensor determines it is daytime, and
the parking brake is released.When the DRL are on, the low-beam headlamps will be
on at a reduced brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker
and other lamps will not be on. The instrument panel will
not be lit up either.
When you turn the exterior lamp band to the headlamp
position, your regular headlamps will come on. The
other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also
come on.
When you turn off the headlamps, the regular lamps will
go off, and your low-beam headlamps will come on to
the reduced brightness.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, move the shift
lever to PARK (P). The DRL will stay off until you move
the shift lever out of PARK (P). To override the DRL
on manual transaxle vehicles, you must set the parking
brake while the ignition is off and then start your
vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the
parking brake.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.
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Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside, the headlamps will
come on automatically.
Your vehicle has a light
sensor located on top of
the instrument panel.
Make sure it is not
covered, or the headlamps
will be on when you
don’t need them.
The system may also turn on the headlamps when
driving through a parking garage or tunnel.
Fog Lamps
If your vehicle has this feature, use your fog lamps for
better visibility in foggy or misty conditions.
The button for your fog
lamps is located on the
instrument panel above
the radio.
Push the button to turn the fog lamps on or off.
When using fog lamps, the parking lamps or low-beam
headlamps must be on.
A light on the button will come on when the fog lamps
are on. Fog lamps will go off whenever the high-beam
headlamps are turned on. When the high-beam
headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps will come
on again.
Some localities have laws that require the headlamps
to be on along with the fog lamps.
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Interior Lamps
The liftgate lamps are located on the bottom left and
right corner of the liftgate. They will come on when
the liftgate or any door is opened. The liftgate lamps
can be controlled by the dome lamp switch. See
Dome Lamp on page 3-16.
Instrument Panel Brightness
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument
panel lights.
The thumbwheel for
this feature is located
on the center of the
instrument panel.
Turn the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights
or to the left to dim them.
Dome Lamp
The dome lamp switch has three positions.
*(Off):The lamp will not come on as long as the
switch is in this position.
1(Automatic):The lamp will come on when a door
is opened. SeeEntry Lighting on page 3-16.
+(On):The lamp will stay on as long as the switch
is in this position.
Entry Lighting
If the dome lamp is in the AUTO position, the lamps
inside your vehicle will come on when any door is
opened. In addition, the lights will come on when the
remote keyless entry unlock button is pressed. It
will stay on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened.
After the door is opened the lights will remain on
and stay on for 20 seconds after the doors are closed,
or until you put the key in the ignition and turn the
key to RUN. The lights will then gradually dim until it
is no longer lit.
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Map Lamps
The lamps are located on the headliner above the
rearview mirror. To turn the lamps on, press the lens.
Press the lens again to turn them off.
Footwell Lamps
If equipped, your vehicle may have two footwell
lamps. These lights are located under the driver and
passenger seats. The switches are located on the
instrument panel under the climate controls.
There are two different colors of light that can be
selected. Press the upper part of the button for
blue light and press the bottom part of the button
for amber light. Each light will illuminate the front
and rear area of the seat.
Battery Run-Down Protection
Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature
designed to protect your vehicle’s battery.
When any interior lamp is left on and the ignition is
turned off, the battery rundown protection system
will automatically turn the lamp off after 20 minutes.
This will avoid draining the battery.
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
The accessory power outlets can be used to connect
electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or
CB radio.
The accessory power outlets are located on the
instrument panel near the climate controls, on the
rear of the center console, and also inside the console
under the cupholders.
To use the outlets, remove the cover. When not in
use, always cover the outlet with the protective cap.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn
off electrical equipment when not in use and do
not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum
amperage rating.
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Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result
in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a
problem, see your retailer for additional information
on the accessory power outlet.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to your
vehicle may damage it or keep other components
from working as they should. The repairs would
not be covered by your warranty. Check with your
retailer before adding electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the
installation instructions included with the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your warranty. Do not
hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug because the power outlets are
designed for accessory power plugs only.Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter. To use
the lighter, located on the instrument panel below
the climate controls, push it in all the way and let go.
When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is
heating will not allow the lighter to back away from
the heating element when it is hot. Damage from
overheating may occur to the lighter or heating
element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a
cigarette lighter in while it is heating.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other ammable
items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other
smoking materials could ignite them and possibly
damage your vehicle. Never put ammable items
in the ashtray.
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@(Recirculate):Press this button to toggle between
recirculate and outside air modes. The indicator light
turns on when recirculate mode is selected. This mode
can be used to prevent outside air and odors from
entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the
air inside your vehicle more quickly. Avoid using the
recirculate mode on during high periods of humidity or
cool outside temperatures since this may result in
increased window fogging. If window fogging is
experienced, select the defrost mode.
Recirculation mode is not available in oor, defog, or
defrost modes and will shut off automatically and change
to outside air until a mode other than oor, defog, or
defrost is selected. This helps prevent window fogging
and moisture building up within the cabin.
#(Air Conditioning):Press this button to turn the
air conditioning system on or off. When this button
is pressed, an indicator light above the button will come
on to let you know the air conditioning is activated.
Air conditioning can be selected in any mode as long
as the fan is on in any speed position.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time
it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps
the system to operate more efficiently.The air conditioning system removes moisture from the
air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of
water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling
or after turning off the engine. This is normal.
Operation Tips

On hot days, activate the air conditioning system,
select maximum fan speed and the coldest
temperature setting. Open the windows long enough
to let the hot inside air escape, then close them.
This helps reduce the time it takes for your vehicle
to cool down. It also helps the system to operate
more efficiently. Adjust fan speed and temperature
setting as required to achieve comfort.
The air conditioning system removes moisture
from the air, so you may sometimes notice a small
amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle
while idling or after turning off the engine. This
is normal.
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) on the window glass. This
can be minimized if the climate control system is
used properly. Use the defog mode to clear
the windows of fog or moisture and warm the
passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog
or frost from the windshield quickly. For best results,
clear all snow and ice from the windshield before
defrosting.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity
(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.
This can be minimized if the climate control system is
used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or
frost from your windshield and side windows. Use the
defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture
and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode
to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from the
windshield before defrosting.
Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode.
-(Defog):This mode directs air to the windshield,
side window outlets and oor outlets. When you select
this mode, the system will turn recirculation mode
off and run the air conditioning compressor unless the
outside air is at or below freezing. Recirculation
mode cannot be selected while in defog mode. This
helps prevent window fogging and moisture building
up within the cabin. To defog the windows faster, turn
the temperature knob clockwise to the warmest setting.
0(Defrost):This mode directs most of the air to
the windshield, with some air directed to the side
window outlets and the oor outlets. When you select
this mode, the system will turn recirculation mode off
automatically and will run the air conditioning compressor
unless the outside air is at or below freezing.Recirculation mode cannot be selected while in defrost
mode. This helps prevent window fogging and moisture
building up within the cabin. To defrost the windows
faster, turn the temperature knob clockwise to the
warmest setting.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
The rear window defogger will only work when the
ignition is in RUN.
<(Rear Window Defogger):Press the button to turn
the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light
above the button will come on to let you know that the
rear window defogger is activated.
The rear window defogger will stay on for approximately
15 minutes after the button is pressed, unless the ignition
is turned to ACC or LOCK. If turned on again, the
defogger will only run for approximately seven minutes
before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by
pressing the button again or by turning off the engine.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the inside
of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or
damage the warming grid, and the repairs would
not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach
a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or
anything similar to the defogger grid.
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