
Instrument Panel Overview........................ 164
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 166
Other Warning Devices............................. 166
Horn.......................................................... 167
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 167
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 168
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 168
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 169
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 169
Windshield Wipers..................................... 169
Windshield Washer.................................... 171
Cruise Control........................................... 171
Headlamps................................................ 174
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 175
Headlamps Off in PARK (P)...................... 175
Delayed Headlamps.................................. 176
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 176
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 177
Fog Lamps................................................ 178
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 178
Courtesy Lamps........................................ 178
Dome Lamp.............................................. 179
Entry/Exit Lighting...................................... 179
Parade Dimming........................................ 180Overhead Console Reading Lamps........... 180
Trunk Lamp............................................... 180
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 181
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 181
Climate Controls......................................... 182
Climate Control System............................. 182
Automatic Climate Control System............. 187
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 191
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 192
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 193
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 194
Trip Odometer........................................... 194
Tachometer............................................... 194
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 195
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 195
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 196
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 197
Charging System Light.............................. 199
Brake System Warning Light..................... 199
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 200
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 201
Traction Control System Active Light......... 201
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Charging System Light
The charging system
light will come on for a
few seconds when
you turn on the ignition
as a check to indicate
it is working.
If the light stays on, or comes on while you are
driving and you hear a chime, there could be
a problem with the electrical charging system. This
could indicate that there is a loose generator
drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it
checked right away. Driving while this light
is on could drain the battery and result in the
engine and headlights suddenly shutting off.
If you must drive a short distance with this light
on, turn off accessories, such as the radio,
air conditioner and heater fan.
Brake System Warning Light
Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided
into two parts. If one part is not working, the other
part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good
braking, though, you need both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake
problem. Have your brake system inspected
right away.
This light should come on brie y when you turn
the ignition key to ON. If it does not come on then,
have it xed so it will be ready to warn you if
there is a problem.
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Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 368
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps...................364, 365, 367
Buying New Tires........................................ 383
C
Calibration..........................................143, 145
California Fuel............................................. 311
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 309
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Speci cations...................... 424
Carbon Monoxide..............113, 140, 282, 296
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 408
Your CD Player........................................ 250
Your CDs ................................................. 250
Center Console Storage Area...................... 150
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL).........................363, 364
Chains, Tire................................................. 389
Charging System Light................................ 199Check
Engine Light............................................ 204
Checking Things Under the Hood ................ 316
Chemical Paint Spotting .............................. 412
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 53
Infants and Young Children........................ 49
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children....... 60
Older Children........................................... 46
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position................................. 69
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position........................ 71
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 58
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 410
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 409
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 406
Finish Care.............................................. 409
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 404
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 407
Leather.................................................... 407
Tires........................................................ 411
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Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 164
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 178
Cluster..................................................... 193
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 356
K
Keyless Entry System................................. 100
Keys............................................................. 99
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 372
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection................... 181
Courtesy.................................................. 178
Dome....................................................... 179
Electric Power Management..................... 180
Fog .......................................................... 178Lamps (cont.)
Overhead Console Reading..................... 180
Trunk....................................................... 180
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 60
Latches, Seatback......................................... 16
License Plate Lamps................................... 368
Lift Seat, Power............................................ 20
Light
Airbag Readiness..................................... 196
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 200
Brake System Warning............................. 199
Charging System..................................... 199
Cruise Control.......................................... 208
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Active Light.......................................... 202
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Warning Light....................................... 202
Highbeam On.......................................... 208
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 208
Malfunction Indicator................................ 204
Oil Pressure............................................. 207
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 197
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder.............. 195
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 195
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