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N(Delay):You can set the wiper speed for a
long or short delay between wipes. This can
be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band
to choose the delay time. The closer to the top
of the lever, the shorter the delay.
6(Low Speed):For steady wiping at low
speed, turn the band away from you to the
rst solid position past the delay settings.
1(High Speed):For high-speed wiping, turn
the band to the second solid position past the
delay settings.
9(Off):To stop the wipers, move the band to off.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before using them. If they’re frozen to
the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
If your blades do become worn or damaged,
get new blades or blade inserts.
Windshield Washer
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
QL(Washer Fluid):There is a paddle marked
with the windshield washer symbol at the top
of the multifunction lever. To spray washer uid on
the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will
clear the window and then either stop or return to
your preset speed.
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Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir
full? Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you
checked all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the
lenses clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough
for long-distance driving? Are the tires
all in ated to the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather
outlook along your route? Should you
delay your trip a short time to avoid a major
storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as highway
hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the
wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of
awareness, or whatever.
There is something about an easy stretch of road
with the same scenery, along with the hum of the
tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the
rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make
you sleepy. Do not let it happen to you! If it does,
your vehicle can leave the road in less than a
second, and you could crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis?
First, be aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated,
with a comfortably cool interior.
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead
and to the sides. Check your mirrors and
your instruments frequently.
If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest,
service, or parking area and take a nap, get
some exercise, or both. For safety, treat
drowsiness on the highway as an emergency.
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 423
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 419
Weatherstrips........................................... 418
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 420
Ashtray(s).................................................... 173
Assist Handles............................................ 150
Audio System(s).......................................... 203
AM-FM Radio.......................................... 205
Care of Your CD Player........................... 239
Care of Your CDs.................................... 239
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 240
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 239
Radio with CD......................................... 208
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 217
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio
Data Systems (RDS)............................ 205
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)............................ 204
Theft-Deterrent Feature...................237, 238
Understanding Radio Reception............... 238
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 240Automatic Headlamp System....................... 168
Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 331
Operation................................................. 120
B
Battery........................................................ 353
Electric Power Management..................... 171
Run-Down Protection............................... 171
Battery Warning Light.................................. 184
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 276
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 247
Emergencies............................................ 249
Parking.................................................... 130
System Warning Light.............................. 185
Brakes........................................................ 350
Braking....................................................... 246
Braking in Emergencies............................... 249
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 115
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W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators......... 177
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 198
Hazard Warning Flashers......................... 158
Other Warning Devices............................ 158
Safety and Symbols..................................... 4
Vehicle Damage.......................................... 5
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..................... 390
Different Size........................................... 388
Replacement............................................ 390
Where to Put the Restraint............................ 53
Windows..................................................... 110
Manual..................................................... 110
Power...................................................... 111
Sliding Rear............................................. 112Windshield
Washer.................................................... 162
Washer Fluid........................................... 349
Wiper Blade Replacement........................ 367
Wiper Blades, Cleaning............................ 420
Wiper Fuses............................................ 425
Wipers..................................................... 161
Winter Driving............................................. 280
X
XM Radio Messages................................... 236
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System......... 240
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment............... 434
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