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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Cruise Control..............................................3-10
Headlamps..................................................3-13
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-13
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-14
Fog Lamps..................................................3-14
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-15
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-15
Mirror Reading Lamps...................................3-15
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-15
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-16
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-16Climate Controls............................................3-17
Climate Control System.................................3-17
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-20
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-20
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-21
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-22
Tachometer.................................................3-22
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-23
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-24
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-25
Charging System Light..................................3-27
Brake System Warning Light.........................
.3-27
Antilock Brake System Warning Light...............3-28
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/
Traction Control System (TCS)
Indicator/Warning Light...............................3-29
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-30
Low Coolant Warning Light............................3-30
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-31
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-32
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-35
Security Light...............................................3-35
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Fog Lamp Light............................................3-35
Reduced Engine Power Light.........................3-36
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-36
Trunk Ajar Light............................................3-36
Fuel Gage...................................................3-37
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-37
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-38
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-38
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-41
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-45Audio System(s).............................................3-50
Setting the Time...........................................3-51
Radio(s)......................................................3-54
Using an MP3..............................................3-64
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-69
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-70
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-71
Radio Reception...........................................3-71
Fixed Mast Antenna......................................3-72
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-72
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Window Outlets. SeeClimate Control System
on page 3-17.
B. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-20.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
D. Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped). SeeCruise
Control on page 3-10.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-21.
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-71.
G. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
H. Fog Lamp Button. SeeFog Lamps on page 3-14.
I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. SeeInstrument
Panel Brightness on page 3-15.
J. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) on page 3-38.
K. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-6.
L. Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls. SeeWindshield
Wipers on page 3-9andWindshield Washer on
page 3-10.M. Climate Controls. SeeClimate Control System on
page 3-17.
N. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. SeePassenger
Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-25.
O. Shift Lever. SeeManual Transmission Operation on
page 2-23. SeeAutomatic Transmission Operation
on page 2-20(If Equipped).
P. Parking Brake Lever. SeeParking Brake on
page 2-24.
Q. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-50.
R. Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control
System Button. SeeElectronic Stability
Control (ESC) on page 4-8.
S. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). Accessory Power
Outlet (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette
Lighter on page 3-16andAccessory Power Outlet(s)
on page 3-16.
T. Cupholder. SeeCupholder(s) on page 2-33.
U. Trunk Release. SeeTrunk on page 2-8.
V. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-33.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the
day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional
daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles
rst sold in Canada.
Your vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument
panel that helps control the DRL. Make sure it is not
covered or the headlamps will come on when they are
not needed.
The DRL system makes both low beam headlamps turn
on at reduced intensity when the following conditions
are met:
The ignition is on.
The exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO.
The light sensor detects daytime light.
The shift lever is not in PARK (P).
While the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker
lamps, and instrument panel lights will not be on.
The DRL system turns off on U.S. vehicles by using the
on/off switch for one ignition cycle, if the vehicle is in
the PARK (P) position, or if the vehicle speed is
less than 5 mph (8 km/h) after the vehicle is started.For vehicles rst sold in Canada the DRL system will
turn off when a automatic transmission vehicle is in the
PARK (P) position or the park brake is set on a
manual transmission vehicle and the vehicle speed is
less than 8 mph (13 km/h).
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when it is needed.
Fog Lamps
The fog lamp button is
located on the instrument
panel, to the left of the
steering wheel.
The ignition must be on to turn the fog lamps on.
Push the button to turn the fog lamps on and off.
An indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will
come on when the fog lamps are on.
The parking lamps will automatically turn on and off
when the fog lamps are turned on and off.
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The fog lamps will turn off while the high-beam
headlamps are turned on.
Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to
be on along with the fog lamps.
Instrument Panel Brightness
The control for this feature is located on the instrument
panel to the left of the steering wheel.
Turn the thumbwheel up to brighten the lights or down
to dim them.
Entry/Exit Lighting
The lamps inside your vehicle will go on when you open
any door. These lamps will fade out after about
20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or
when the ignition is turned on. These lamps will also go
on when you press the trunk release, unlock symbol
button or the horn symbol on the Remote Keyless Entry
System (RKE) Transmitter.
The lamps inside the vehicle will stay on for about
20 seconds after the key is removed from the ignition to
provide an illuminated exit.
Mirror Reading Lamps
Your vehicle has reading lamps on the rearview
mirror. Push the button to turn the reading lamps
on and off.
Battery Run-Down Protection
Your vehicle has a battery saver feature designed to
protect the vehicle’s battery.
When any interior lamp is left on and the ignition is
turned off, the battery rundown protection system
automatically turns the lamp off after 20 minutes.
This prevents draining of the battery.
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Climate Controls
Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation of the vehicle can
be controlled with this system. Set the control
between modes to get a combination of the two modes.
Temperature:Turn the left knob on the control panel
to adjust the temperature of the air in the vehicle.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase
or decrease the temperature.
#(Air Conditioning):Press the left knob on the
control panel to turn the air conditioning system
on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on
to show that the air conditioning is activated.
When the system is on, this setting cools and
dehumidies the air entering the vehicle.
The air conditioning will not function if the fan is turned
off. If air conditioning is selected with fan off, the
indicator light ashes three times and then turns off.
There could be a slight change in engine performance
when the air conditioning compressor turns off and turns
on again. This is normal. The system is designed to
make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still
maintaining the selected temperature.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from the
air, so a small amount of water can drip underneath
your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine.
This is normal.
Air conditioning does not operate at temperature
below 40°F (4°C). In temperatures above 40°F (4°C),
the air conditioning cannot be turned off in defrost,
oor/defog, and recirculation modes because it helps to
remove moisture from the vehicle. It also helps to
keep the windows clear.
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On hot days, open the windows to let the hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps reduce the time
it takes for the vehicle to cool down. It also helps
the system to operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following:
1. Select the vent mode.
2. Select recirculation mode.
3. Select the air conditioning to on.
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highest fan speed.
Using these settings together for long periods of time
can cause the air inside of the vehicle to become too dry.
To prevent this from happening, after the air in the vehicle
has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
9(Fan):Turn the center knob on the control panel to
control the fan speed. Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
9(Off):Turn the center knob to this position to turn
the fan off.
?(Recirculation):Press the center knob on the
control panel to recirculate air inside the vehicle
and prevent outside air from coming in. It can be used
to prevent outside odors from entering the vehicle
and cool the air inside the vehicle more quickly.Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or
off. An indicator light on the button comes on while the
recirculation mode is activated.
Recirculation is available in the bi-level and vent modes.
If recirculation is selected in either oor/heat, oor/defog,
or defrost mode, the indicator light ashes three times
indicating it is not available in that mode.
The right knob on the control panel is used to direct the
airow inside the vehicle. Turn the knob to select one
of the following modes:
H(Vent):Turn the right knob on the control panel to
this mode to direct air to the instrument panel outlets.
\(Bi-Level):Turn the right knob on the control panel
to this mode to direct air to the instrument panel, oor,
defroster and side window outlets. Cooler air is directed
to the upper outlets and warmer air to the oor outlets.
[(Floor):Turn the right knob on the control panel to
this mode to direct most of the air to the oor outlets.
The remaining air is directed to the side window
and defroster outlets. If low or no airow is on the
passenger side, make sure that the carpet covering is
tucked under oor outlets.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity
(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.
This can be minimized if the climate control system is
used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost
from your windshield and side windows. Use the defog
mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm
the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or
frost from the windshield more quickly. For best results,
clear all snow and ice from the windshield before
defrosting. Use a temperature setting that provides warm
air. The warmer the air the quicker the windows clear.
To prevent fogging on the inside of the windows in
modes other than oor/defog and defrost, make sure
the air conditioning compressor is on and recirculation
mode is off.
/(Floor/Defog):Turn the right knob on the control
panel to this mode to direct the air to the windshield, the
side window outlets, and to the oor outlets. When this
mode is selected, the system runs the air conditioning
compressor unless the outside temperature is near
freezing or below.
0(Defrost):Turn the right knob on the control panel to
this mode to direct most of the air to the windshield, and
the side window outlets. When this mode is selected, the
system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the
outside temperature is near or below freezing.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window. Be sure to
clear as much snow from the rear window as possible.
An indicator light on the knob comes on while the
rear window defogger is activated. The rear window
defogger turns off about fteen minutes after the knob is
pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will run for
about seven and one-half minutes before turning off.
If vehicle speed is greater than 50 mph (80 kph) and the
rear defogger is active, it will remain on as long as
the speed is greater than 50 mph (80 kph). The defogger
can also be turned off by pressing the knob again or
by turning off the engine.
Do not use the rear defogger when the convertible top
is down.
=(Rear Defogger):Press the right knob on the
control panel to turn the rear window defogger on or off.
Do not use the rear defogger when the convertible
top is down.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the inside of
the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage
the warming grid, and the repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary
vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar
to the defogger grid.
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