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use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
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2:
Your
Vehicle at a Glance
4
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
HAZARD
WARNING
BUTTON
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
HORN
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
HOOD
RELEASE HANDLE
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.156)
(P.71) (P.94) MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.134)
(P.74) (P.127)(P.98)
(P.31)
(P.73)
(P.70)
(P.73)
(P.156)
(P.73)
PADDLE
SHIFTER
(DOWNSHIFT) PADDLE
SHIFTER
(UPSHIFT)
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
(P.123)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN
SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTS
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .58
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Instrument Panel .59
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Instrument Panel Indicators .60
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Gauges .66
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Trip Meter .66
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Odometer .67
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Fuel Gauge .67
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator .67
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Maintenance Minder .68
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .69
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Windshield Wipers and Washers .70
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Turn Signals and Headlights .71
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Instrument Panel Brightness .73
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Hazard Warning Button .73
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Rear Window Def ogger .73
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .74
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Keys and Locks .75
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Immobilizer System .76
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Ignition Switch .77
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Door Locks .78
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Power Door Locks .78
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Childproof Door Locks .79
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Tailgate .80
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Remote Transmitter .82
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Seats .85 ..............................
Power Windows .93
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Mirrors .94
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Parking Brake .95
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Interior Convenience Items .96
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Beverage Holders .97
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Glove Box .97
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Accessory Power Socket .98
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Sun Visor .98
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Interior Lights .98
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
57
The odometer shows the total
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures miles in U.S.
models and kilometers in Canadian
models. It is illegal under U.S.
federal law and Canadian provincial
regulations to disconnect, reset, or
alter the odometer with the intent to
ch ange the number of miles or
kilometers indicated.
This shows how much fuel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
th an the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
off the ignition. If
your fuel fill cap is loose or
missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
messageappearsastextinthe
information display after you start
the engine. The message appears
from CHECK to FUEL, then to CAP
repe atedly. If
the system still detects a loose or
missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL) comes on.
Turn the engine off, and check or
retighten the fuel fill cap until it
clicks at least once. The MIL goes
out after several days of normal
driving once the cap is tightened or
replaced. If it does not go out, have
your dealer inspect the vehicle. For
more information, see page .
Turn the engine of f and conf irm the
f uel f ill cap is installed. If it is, loosen
the cap, then retighten it until it
clicks at least once. You can cycle
the message of f of the display by
pressing the Select/Reset knob
repeatedly, but this message will be
displayed each time the engine is
started. It will take several days of
normal driving f or the vehicle to turn
the warning of f . 219
Odometer
Fuel Gauge Check Fuel Cap Indicator
Gauges
Inst rument s and Cont rols
67
Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
1:
2:
Controls
Near the Steering Wheel
Instru me ntsand Cont ro ls
69
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
HORN
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS REAR
WINDOW
DEFOGGER WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
ACCESSORY
POWER SOCKET
HOOD
RELEASE
HANDLE
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT
(P.156) PADDLE
SHIFTER (DOWNSHIFT) PADDLE
SHIFTER (UPSHIFT)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN
SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS
(P.71)
(P.94)MIRROR
CONTROLS
(P.134)
(P.74) (P.127)AUXILIARY
INPUT JACK(P.98)
(P.31)
(P.73)
(P.70)
(P.73)
(P.156)
(P.73)
(P.123)
12
2
2
2
2
2
CONT INUED
Pushthebuttontoturnonthe
hazard warning lights (f our-way
flashers). This causes all four
outside turn signals and both turn
indicators in the instrument panel to
f lash. Use the hazard warning lights
if you need to park in a dangerous
area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled.
You can change the instrument panel
brightness only when the light
switch is on.
The rear window def ogger will clear
fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the def ogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator in
the button comes on to show the
def ogger is on. You must manually
shut of f the rear window def ogger
when it is no longer needed.
Turntheknobontheupperpartof
the instrument panel to adjust the
brightness.
You will hear a beep when maximum
or minimum brightness is reached.
You will also hear a beep when the
maximum level is canceled by
turning the knob a click to the lef t.
Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Def ogger
Rear Window Def ogger
Hazard Warning Button
Instrument Panel Brightness
Inst rument s and Cont rols
73
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL KNOB
If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire. Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park (automatic)
or reverse (manual). Apply the
parking brake.Open the tailgate. Raise the cargo
area f loor lid by lif ting it up with
the strap that has a loop. To keep
the f loor lid open, hook the loop of
the strap to a leg of the rear center
head restraint.
Take the tool kit out of the spare
tire.
4. 3.
2. 1.
CONT INUED
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
207
JACK STRAP
TOOL KIT
SPARE
TIRE
LOOP
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
Let the vehicle sit for a minute.
Op en the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipsti ck (see page ). If
the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn off all electri cal
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
Safely
pull off the road, and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This
indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts flashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page
).
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4. 3.
135
177
226
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Charging System Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
218
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Cargo, How to Carry . 140
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .122
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CD Error Messages .121
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CD Player .112
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Certif ication Label .230
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Chains, Tires .202
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Changing a Flat Tire .207
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Changing Oil .178
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How to .178
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When to .167
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Charging System Indicator . 60, 218
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 67
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 147
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Child Saf ety .34
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Booster Seats .50
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Child Seats . 34, 41
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 34
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Inf ants .39
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Large Children .49
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LATCH .43
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Risks with Airbags .35
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Small Children .40
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Tethers .47
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Warning Labels .36
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 35.................................
Child Seats . 34, 41
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LATCH .43
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Tether Anchorage Points . 47
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Childproof Door Locks . 79
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 192
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Cleaning the Wheels .197
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Clock .125
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Clutch Fluid .185
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CO in the Exhaust .237
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 148
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Consumer Inf ormation . 242
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Controls, Instruments and . 57
Coolant ........................................
Adding .180
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Checking .136
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Proper Solution .180
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Temperature Indicator . 63
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .237
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Cruise Control Indicator . 64
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Cruise Control Operation . 127
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Cup Holders .97
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Customer Service Of f ice . 242................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 3, 58
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .64
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Dead Battery .214
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 244
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 73
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Def rosting the Windows . 103
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Detachable Anchor .92
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Dimensions .232
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Dimming the Headlights . 71, 72
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 183
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Engine Oil .135
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Directional Signals .71
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 161
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Disc Care .122
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Disc Player Error Messages . 121
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Disposal of Used Oil .179
Doors ..............
Childproof Door Locks . 79
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Locking and Unlocking . 78
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Power Door Locks .78
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