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Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls
pg. 23 Instruments, switches and controls
Interior24
Exterior25
Instruments26
Instrument panel27
Indicator and warning lights28
Text information window30
Switches in center console31
Trip computer32
Cruise control33
Lighting panel34
Manually unlocking the fuel filler door35
Left-side steering wheel lever36
Right-side steering wheel lever37
Steering wheel adjustment/lock, ignition switch38
Warning flashers, heated mirrors/rear window, heated front seats39
Parking brake, auxiliary socket, ashtrays40
Electrically operated windows41
Vanity mirrors, Rearview/sideview mirrors42
Power moonroof43
Sun visor, sun blinds44
pg. 24 Interior
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A
Locking and unlocking the car67
Alarm69
Electrically operated windows41
Sideview mirror controls42
B
Glove compartment57
C
Automatic transmission78
Geartronic80
Parking brake40
Center console switches31
D
Power seat adjustment54
Heated seats (option)39
Cleaning upholstery135
E
Folding rear seat60
Panel for long loads58
Folding down head restraint31
Adjusting center head restraint61
Child safety locks71
Integrated booster cushion20
pg. 25 Exterior
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A
Temperature gauge27
Speedometer27
Odometer27
Trip odometer27
Warning lights27
Text window30
Tachometer27
Clock27
Ambient temperature sensor27
Fuel gauge27
B
Hazard warning flashers39
C
Audio system157
D
Electronic climate control47
Heated seats (option)39
Heated rear window/rearview mirrors39
E
Steering wheel adjustment38
Airbag4
Cruise control33
Windshield wipers/washer37
Turn signal lever36
Trip computer32
Audio system controls158-159
F
High/low beam headlights34
Parking lights34
Fog lights34
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Instrument panel lighting34
Button to unlock fuel filler door34
pg. 27 Instrument panel
1 Turn signals
2 Text window
3 Temperature gauge
The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge when driving.
Do not drive the car if the warning light is on. The text window will provide you with additional information.
If the engine temperature remains high, check coolant level - see page 138
.
4 Trip odometer/reset button
The trip odometer is used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer. Press the button
quickly to toggle between trip odometers 1 and 2. Hold in the button for more than 2 seconds to reset.
5 Odometer
6 Speedometer
7 General warning light (see page 28
).
8 High beam indicator light
9 Tachometer
Indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm. Do not drive for long with the needle in the red section. The engine has an
built-in function preventing too high an engine speed. When this function operates, you may discern some pulsation,
which is normal.
10 Gear and driving mode indicator
The currently selected driving mode is displayed here. If you use the Geartronic function on the automatic
transmission, the currently selected gear will be displayed.
11 Ambient temperature indicator
This sensor indicates the air temperature outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the text window is displayed when
the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36° F (-5 - +2° C).
Please note that this symbol does not indicate a fault with your car.
At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient
temperature.
12 Clock/reset button
Turn the button to adjust the clock.
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13 Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately 18 US gal. (68 liters).
A warning light in the gauge comes on there are approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.
14 Indicator and warning lights
pg. 28 Indicator and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights described on pages 28 and 29 should never stay on when driving*
When the ignition key is turned, all of the warning lights in the lower right-hand side of the instrument panel should
go on to test the function of the bulbs. If a light does not go off after the engine has started, the system indicated
should be inspected.
NOTE: The parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.
Warning lamp in the center of the instrument panel
This lamp lights up red or yellow depending on the severity of the fault that has been detected.
Red symbol - Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text
window. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until the fault has been corrected.
Yellow symbol - Follow the instructions shown in the text window. The text can be erased by pressing the READ
button (see page 30
), or will disappear automatically after two minutes.
NOTE: When the message "TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE" is displayed, the text can be erased and the yellow
symbol light can be turned off by pressing the READ button. The text will disappear and the symbol light will go out
automatically after two minutes.
BRAKE
Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level
in the reservoir. See page 142
for reservoir position and instructions.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Park
Brake
Parking brake reminder light
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the
front seats.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
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Chapter 3 - Climate control system
pg. 45 Climate control system
Ventilation46
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)47
Climate control system - general information50
Interior Air Quality system (option)51
pg. 46 Ventilation
Air vents in dash
Air vents (dash)
A Open
B Closed
C Horizontal air flow
D Vertical air flow
Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to demist.
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Air flow
The air that is drawn into the passenger compartment is distributed from 14 ventilation points.
Air vents in door pillars
Air vents in door pillars
A Open
B Closed
C Horizontal air flow
D Vertical air flow
Direct the air vents toward the rear side windows to demist.
Direct the air vents toward the rear seat for the best heating/cooling effect.
pg. 47 Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
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pg. 48 Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
AUTO
This function automatically regulates the Electronic Climate Control system so that the selected temperatures are
maintained. The blower, heating, air distribution (air flow) and air conditioning are controlled. If you prefer to
manually set any of these functions, the remaining functions will still be controlled automatically. Pressing the AUTO
button overrides any settings that were previously made manually.
Temperature
These controls are used to individually set the temperature for both sides of the passenger compartment. Please note
that the compartment will not be heated or cooled faster by setting the temperature higher or lower than necessary.
Set the control to the temperature you prefer.
Defroster
This function demists/de-ices the windshield and front side windows. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate
that the defrost function is engaged. Blower speed increases automatically and the air in the passenger compartment is
dehumidified. Recirculation will not function while defrost is engaged.
Heated rear window/sideview mirrors
This function demists/de-ices the rear window and sideview mirrors. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate
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