The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and the tailgate. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doorsandthetailgatefromthe
outside with the key, driver’s lock
tab, door lock master switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system indicator on the instrument
panel starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself .
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights, and taillights f lashes if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicleorremovetheradio.This
alarm continues f or 2 minutes, then
the system resets. To reset an
alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the tailgate, or the
hood without using the key or the
remote transmitter, will cause it to
alarm. It also alarms if the radio is
removed f rom the dashboard or the
wiring is cut.Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.To see if the system is set
af ter you exit the vehicle, press the
LOCK button on the remote
transmitter within 5 seconds. If the
system is set, a beep will sound.
The security system will not set if
the hood, tailgate, or any door is not
f ully closed. Bef ore you leave the
vehicle, make sure the doors,
tailgate, and hood are securely
closed.
The alarm will also be activated if
the passenger inside the locked
vehicle turns the ignition switch on.
Security System
Features
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Technical Inf ormation
397
Air Conditioning
Battery Fuses
Alignment
Tires
Lights
HFC-134a (R-134a)
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
12 V 60 W
12 V 35 W
12 V 24/2.2 CP
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
Capacity 12 V
12 V65 AH/20 HR
52 AH/5 HR
12 V
12 V
5W
4CP
8W
16 W
3CP
2CP
21 W
3CP
21/5 W
21 W
3CP
55 W
12 V
12 V 2 CP Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
0.0in(0mm)
0.10 in (2.5 mm) 0°10’1°
2°57’
Size
Pressure P235/55R18 99V
T165/80D17 104M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
The low beam headlights are high voltage discharged type.
Replacement of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by
your dealer.
Headlights
Front turn signal/parking
lights
Front fog lights
Front side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Brake/Taillights (in fenders)
Taillights (in tailgate)
Back-up lights
Rear side marker lights
License plate lights
High-mount brake light
Rear ceiling light
Front ceiling lights/Spotlights
Door courtesy lights
Cargo area light See page389or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
See page390or the fuse box
covers.
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
: (HB3)
(D2S)
High
Low
(Amber)
(H11)
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Cruise Main Indicator .67
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Cup Holders .154
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Customized Settings .80
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Def ault All .83
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Door Setup .100
.............................
Lighting Setup .95
.................................
Meter Setup .86 ..............................
Economy, Fuel .278
............................
Elapsed Time .73,75
...........................
Reset Condition .93
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Electric Vacuum Pump .304,384
..................................
Emergencies .369
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Battery, Jump Starting .377
Brake System Indicator
......................................
(Red) .383
Brake System Indicator .................................
(Amber) .384
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Changing a Flat Tire .371
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Charging System Indicator .381
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Checking the Fuses .386
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Hazard Warning Flashers .118
............................
Jump Starting .377
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .381
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .382
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Overheated Engine .379
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Tailgate Open .126
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Emergency Towing .391
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .3,60
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Daytime Running Lights .116
.................................
Dead Battery .377
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Def ault All .83
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .412
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Def ogger, Rear Window .118
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Def rosting the Windows .163
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Dimensions .396
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Dimming the Headlights .114
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission .344
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Engine Oil .277
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Directional Signals .114
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .304
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Disc Care .223 ........................
Disc Changer .173,196
Disc Changer Error
.....................................
Message .226
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Disposal of Used Oil .339
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Door Setup .100
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Auto Door Lock .101
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Auto Door Unlock .109
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Door Lock Mode .103
Keyless Lock
................
Acknowledgement .105
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Security Relock Timer .107
Doors ............
Childproof Door Locks .124
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Locking and Unlocking .123
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Power Door Locks .123
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .398
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Drive (D) .295
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5
...........................................
Driving .289
....................................
Economy .278
........................
Driving Guidelines .290
............
Driving Position Memory .146
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Driving with Paddle Shif ters .297
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D-Paddle Shif t Mode .297
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In S Position .299
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Dual Temperature Control .165 ..................
Dust and Pollen Filter .355
Index
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