The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 191.
B. Side Window Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment
on page 191.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 168.
D. Cruise Controls (If Equipped). SeeCruise
Control on page 171.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 193.
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on
page 248.
G. Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever. See
Windshield Wipers on page 169andWindshield
Washer on page 171.
H. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on
page 122.
I. Center Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 191.J. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 166.
K. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 219.
L. Adjustable Pedal Buttons (If Equipped). See
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal (Automatic
Transaxle) on page 127.
M. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 178.
N. Fog Lamps (If Equipped). SeeFog Lamps on
page 178.
O. Hood Release Handle. SeeHood Release on
page 317.
P. Horn. SeeHorn on page 167.
Q. Climate Control System. SeeAutomatic
Climate Control System on page 187orClimate
Control System on page 182.
R. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transaxle Operation
on page 129orManual Transaxle Operation
on page 134.
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Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of
experience. Before setting out for the open road,
you will want to get to know your rig. Acquaint
yourself with the feel of handling and braking with
the added weight of the trailer. And always
keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is
now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and
attachments, safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer
moving and then apply the trailer brake controller
by hand to be sure the brakes are working.
This lets you check your electrical connection at
the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure
that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any
trailer brakes are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead
as you would when driving your vehicle without
a trailer. This can help you avoid situations
that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
Passing
You will need more passing distance up ahead
when you are towing a trailer. And, because you’re
a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much
farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can
return to your lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with
one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just
move that hand to the left. To move the trailer
to the right, move your hand to the right. Always
back up slowly and, if possible, have someone
guide you.
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