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You can also adjust the clock and
switch the clock display between 24-
hours and 12-hours in the menu
mode.
To adjust the clock setting:
You can adjust the clock setting
with the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)
position.
Press and release the SETUP
button. The display shows you the
menu items. Turn the selector knob to select
‘‘CLOCK ADJUST.’’
Press the selector knob (ENTER)
to enter your selection. The
display changes to the clock
adjusting display.Turn the selector knob to select
the item which you want to adjust.
Turning the selector knob will
change the selected item between
the clock display setting, hours,
minutes, and SET. The selected
item is indicated with in the
display.
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On models without navigation system
Setting the Clock
A djust ing t he Clock wit h SET UP
Button
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Turn the selector knob to change
the setting between 12H and 24H.
Press the selector knob (ENTER)
to enter your selection. The
display will return to the clock
adjusting display.To set the time, turn the selector
knob and select the hours or the
minutes, then press the knob to
enter your selection. The display
changes to the setting display.
Turn the selector knob to count
the numbers up or down.
Press the selector knob (ENTER)
to enter your selection. The
display will return to the clock
adjusting display.While setting the clock, pressing
the RETURN button will go back
to the previous display.
Pressing the SETUP button again
will cancel this setting mode.
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Setting the Clock
Features
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MINUTE SETTING
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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 lash if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicle or remove the audio unit.
This alarm continues f or 2 minutes,
then the system resets. To reset an
activated system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or use the
remote transmitter/keyless access
remote.
You can also turn off an activated
system by grabbing either f ront door
handle while carrying the keyless
access remote to unlock the door.
To enter the clock setting, turn
the selector knob to select ‘‘SET,’’
then press the knob. The display
will return to the menu item
display.
Press either the RETURN or
SETUPbuttontogobacktothe
normal display. The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors f rom the outside with the key,
driver’s lock tab, master door lock
switch, or remote transmitter
(keyless access remote on models
with keyless access system). The
security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself .
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On models with keyless access system
Setting the Clock, Security System
Security System
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Remove all engine compartment
covers (see page ).
When the radiator and engine are
cool, relieve any pressure in the
cooling system by turning the
radiator cap counterclockwise,
without pressing down.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
Pour the coolant slowly and
caref ully so you do not spill any.
Clean up any spill immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Put the radiator cap back on and
tighten it.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
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Engine Coolant
Maint enance
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RADIATOR CAP
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.
Turn on the lights to test the new
bulb.
(Driver’s side)
Install the upper part of the air
intake duct.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.
Insert the new bulb into the hole,
and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise to lock it in place. Install the engine coolant reserve
tank.
(Passenger’s side)
Install the all engine compartment
covers.
To change a bulb on the
passenger’s side, remove the
engine coolant reserve tank by
pulling it out of its stay.
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Lights
Maint enance
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RESERVE TANK BULB
CONNECTOR
STAY
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Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.Start the engine. If you are
replacing a driver’s side bulb, turn
the steering wheel all the way to
theright.If youarereplacinga
passenger’s side bulb, turn the
steering wheel to the lef t. Turn of f
the engine.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its socket. Install the new bulb in the socket
by pushing it straight in the socket
until it bottoms.
Insert the socket into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Test the lights to make sure the
new bulb is working.
Set the spoiler and inner f ender
cover in the original position.
Install the bolts and holding clips,
andlocktheminplacebypushing
on their center.
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Lights
Replacing a Front T urn Signal/
Parking L ight Bulb
Maint enance
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SOCKET
BULB
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Remove the socket f rom the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.
Remove the bulb f rom the socket
bypushingitinandturningit
counterclockwise until it unlocks.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the three holding clips
f rom the inner f ender.
Use a 10 mm wrench to remove
the two mounting bolts and
remove the holding clip with a flat-
tipped screwdriver.
Pull down the under cover f rom
the bumper caref ully.
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Lights
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HOLDING CLIP
SOCKET
BULB
COVER
HOLDING
CLIP
SPOILERBOLTS
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Install the new bulb in the socket.
Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Insert the socket into the light
assembly. Turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.Your vehicle uses halogen light
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its plastic case, and protect the
glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and a
clean cloth.
Start the engine. If you are
replacing a driver’s side bulb, turn
the steering wheel all the way to
theright.If youarereplacinga
passenger’s side bulb, turn the
steering wheel to the lef t. Turn of f
the engine.
Push the under cover in place and
set the spoiler and inner f ender
cover in the original position.
Install the bolts and holding clips,
andlocktheminplacebypushing
on their center.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the three holding clips
f rom the inner f ender.
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Lights
Replacing a Front Fog L ight Bulb
Maint enance
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HOLDING CLIP
COVER
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,
perspiration, or a scratch on the glass
can cause the bulb to overheat and
shatter.
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