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Immobilizer
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modifications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
Immobilizer Operation
Your vehicle may have a passive theft-deterrent
system. The immobilizer system prevents your
vehicle from being started by unauthorized persons.
If your vehicle has an immobilizer system, your
vehicle has a special key that works with the
theft-deterrent system. There is a transponder in
the key head that is electronically coded. The
correct key will start the vehicle. An invalid
key immobilizes the engine. The immobilizer
system isolates the power supply to the ignition
system, the fuel pump and the fuel injectors.
The engine immobilizer is activated after the key is
turned to LOCK and removed from the ignition. The
security light located on the top center of the
instrument panel in the secondary information
center will flash when the immobilizer is active. If
the light does not flash after removing the key, have
the system checked by your dealer.
If the immobilizer system does not recognize the
electronic code when the key is turned to
START, the engine will not start and the security
indicator will continue blinking. If your key is ever
damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle.
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Ignition Positions
The ignition switch
can be turned to
four different
positions with
the key.
{CAUTION:
On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the
key to LOCK and removing it will lock the
steering column and result in a loss of
ability to steer the vehicle. This could
cause a collision. If you need to turn the
engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the key only to ACC. Do not push the
key in while the vehicle is moving.Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break
the key. Use the correct key and turn the key
only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the
way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and
right while you turn the key hard. If none of this
works, then your vehicle needs service.
LOCK:This position locks the steering wheel,
ignition, shift lever and transaxle. This is the only
position in which you can insert or remove the
key. If the steering wheel is locked, move it form
right to left and turn the key to ACC (Accessory).
ACC (Accessory):This position operates
some of the electrical accessories, such as
the radio, but not the climate control system.
ON:This is the position the switch returns after
you start the engine and release the key. The
switch stays in ON when the engine is running. But
even when the engine is not running, you can use
ON to operate the electrical accessories, and to
display some instrument panel warning lights.
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Hold Mode
If your vehicle’s transaxle has hold mode, you can
select this mode to drive with some characteristics
of a manual transaxle. With hold mode turned
on, the automatic transaxle will stay in a specific
gear range.
Press the HOLD button on the shift lever console
to turn on hold mode. Press the button again
to turn off hold mode, and return to normal
automatic transaxle operation.For the Hatchback, the HOLD light will light up on
the secondary information center. For the Sedan,
the HOLD light will light up on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeHold Mode Light on page 180.
When hold mode is activated, the transaxle is
fixed in the gear selected.
Hold Mode Features
Winter Function
Select hold mode while in AUTOMATIC
OVERDRIVE (D4) to help the vehicle maintain
traction on slippery road surfaces, such as snow,
mud, or ice.
Manually Controlling Shift
Select hold mode to use your automatic transaxle
like a three-speed manual transaxle.
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Outside Power Mirror
For sedan models, the
control for the power
mirrors is located on the
instrument panel, left
of the steering wheel.
To adjust the mirrors, do the following:
1. Select the mirror you want to adjust by moving
the selector switch to L for the driver’s side
mirror or R for the passenger’s side mirror.
2. To adjust the mirror, press the corresponding
edges located on the four-way control pad to
move the mirror in the direction that you
want it to go - up, down, left or right.
The ignition must be turned to ON to adjust
the mirrors.For hatchback models,
the control for the power
mirror is located on
the driver’s door panel,
above the power
window buttons.
1. Select the mirror you want to adjust by
pressing the left side of the selector switch for
the driver’s side mirror or the right side for
the passenger’s side mirror.
2. To adjust each mirror, press the corresponding
edges located on the four-way control pad to
move the mirror in the direction that you
want it to go. The ignition must be turned to
ON to adjust the mirrors.
The outside rearview mirrors can be folded flat
against the side of the vehicle by pushing
them toward the vehicle’s doors.
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Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling up on the bottom of
the handle.
Cupholder(s)
There are two cupholders located in the center
instrument panel, below the climate control system.
To use the cupholder, push in on its outer edge.
Then pull out the cupholder. After use, push in the
cupholder until it latches.
There is also a cupholder located in the rear of
the center console.
Sunglasses Storage Compartment
If your vehicle has this feature, the sunglasses
storage compartment is located above the driver’s
door. To open, pull down and hold the upper
part of the cover. To close the compartment, let
go of the cover and the compartment will
automatically close.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 132
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 135
Other Warning Devices............................. 136
Horn.......................................................... 136
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 136
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 137
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 138
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 138
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 139
Windshield Wipers..................................... 139
Windshield Washer.................................... 140
Rear Window Wiper/Washer (Hatchback) ... 141
Cruise Control........................................... 141
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 144
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 145
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 145
Fog Lamps................................................ 146
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 146
Dome Lamp.............................................. 147
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver............... 147
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 147
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 148
Clock......................................................... 149Climate Controls......................................... 150
Climate Control System............................. 150
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 154
Passenger Compartment Air Filter............. 154
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 156
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 156
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 159
Trip Odometer........................................... 159
Tachometer............................................... 159
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 160
Safety Belt Reminder Tone....................... 160
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 160
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
(Sedan).................................................. 161
Charging System Light.............................. 163
Brake System Warning Light..................... 163
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 164
Hold Mode Light........................................ 165
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 165
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 166
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 169
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 170
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Cruise Control Light.................................. 171
Highbeam On Light................................... 171
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Indicator Light........................................ 171
Door Ajar Light.......................................... 172
Fuel Gage................................................. 172
Low Fuel Warning Light............................ 173
Secondary Information Center (SIC).......... 174
Secondary Information Center (SIC)
(Hatchback Only)................................... 174
Clock (Hatchback Only)............................. 175
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 175
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 176
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
(Hatchback)............................................ 177
Charging System Light.............................. 179
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 179
Hold Mode Light........................................ 180
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 180Oil Pressure Light..................................... 184
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 185
Door Ajar Light.......................................... 185
Audio System(s)......................................... 186
AM-FM Radio (Single Display,
Base Level)........................................... 187
AM-FM Radio (Double Display,
Base Level)........................................... 189
Radio with CD (MP3/WMA)....................... 193
Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3/WMA)......... 200
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD Player)...... 207
Using an MP3 (Radio with Six-Disc
Player)................................................... 211
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 215
Radio Reception........................................ 216
Care of Your CDs..................................... 216
Care of the CD Player.............................. 216
Fixed Mast Antenna (Hatchback)............... 217
Backglass Antenna (Sedan)....................... 217
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
Hatchback Shown
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