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stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In
most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will
not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious
conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of
power or severe catalytic converter damage. (See page
421 for more information.)
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emissions control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability. The
vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests
can be performed.
If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.25. Electronic Stability Program (ESP)/Brake Assist
System (BAS) Malfunction Indicator Light – If
Equipped
The yellow ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator
Light will turn on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position. The light should go
out with the engine running. The system will
turn the light on continuously while the engine is run-
ning if it detects a malfunction in either the ESP or the
BAS or both. If this light remains on after the several
ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several
miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48
km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the problem diagnosed and corrected. (See page 328
for more information.)
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seconds). Finally, drive the vehicle in one or more com-
plete circles, at speeds under 5 mph (8 km/h), in an area
free from power lines and large metallic objects, until the
“CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now func-
tion normally.
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-
tures a driver-interactive display. It is located in the
instrument cluster below the fuel and temperature
gauges. Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted
buttons (described in this section) are also equipped with
the EVIC. The EVIC consists of the following:
•Compass display,
•Outside temperature display,
•Trip computer functions,
EVIC
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Press this button to reset Trip Functions and
change Personal Settings.
Press this button to scroll through Trip Func-
tions (Average Fuel Economy, Distance To
Empty [DTE], Elapsed Time, Units In), System
Status Messages, and Personal Settings (Cus-
tomer Programmable Features).Press this button to display the
Compass/Outside Temperature.Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays
When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays
the following messages:
•Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime if
the vehicle is driven more than 1 mi [1.6 km] with
either turn signal on)
•Left Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
•Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
•Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single
chime)
•Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
•RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)
•Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in PARK
RESETButton
SCROLL Button
COMPASS/TEMPERA-
TURE Button
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•Channel # Transmit. Refer to “Garage Door Opener” in
Section 2.
•Channel # Training. Refer to “Garage Door Opener” in
Section 2.
•Channel # Trained. Refer to “Garage Door Opener” in
Section 2.
•Clearing Channels. Refer to “Garage Door Opener” in
Section 2.
•Channels Cleared. Refer to “Garage Door Opener” in
Section 2.
•Did Not Train. Refer to “Garage Door Opener” in
Section 2.
•Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to
information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” in Section 5.
•Left Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to
information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” in Section 5.
•Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer
to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” in Section 5.
•Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer
to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” in Section 5.
•Check TPM System (with a single chime). Refer to
information on “Tire Pressure Monitor” in Section 5.
•Low Fuel
•Cal
•Oil Change Required (with a single chime)
•Low Washer Fluid
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Trip Functions
Press and release the MENU button until one of the
following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC:
•Average Fuel Economy
•Distance To Empty
•Elapsed Time
•Units In
Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip
Computer functions.
The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa-
tion.
•Average Fuel Economy
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read
“RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history information will be erased, and the averaging will
continue from the last fuel average reading before the
reset.
•Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous
and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the RESET
button.
NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
•When the DTE value is less than 30 mi (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the DTE display will
change to a text display of LOW FUEL.This display
will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding
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a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off
theLOW FUEL text and a new DTE value will
display.
•Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset
when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed
time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON
or START position.
•Units In
The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if
equipped) can be changed between English and Metric
units of measure. To make your selection, press and
release the RESET button until “U.S.” or “METRIC”
appears.
To Reset The Display
Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being
displayed. Press and release the RESET button once to
clear the resettable function being displayed. To reset all
resettable functions, press and release the RESET button
a second time within three seconds of resetting the
currently-displayed function. (>Reset ALL will display
during this three-second window).
Compass Display
Press and release this button to display
one of eight compass readings and the
outside temperature. The compass read-
ings indicate the direction the vehicle is
facing.
COMPASS/
TEMPERA-
TURE Button
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6. Recirculation Mode Control
Press and release to change the current setting. The
indicator illuminates when ON.
Note
1-The A/C compressor operates in Mix and
Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the A/C
control is not pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help
dry the windshield. To improve fuel economy, use these
modes only when necessary.
Note
2- The A/C will engage automatically to prevent
fogging when the Recirculation button is pressed and the
Mode control is set to Panel or Panel/Floor. The A/C can
be deselected manually without disturbing the Mode
control selection.
Note
3- For maximum cooling, use A/C and recirculation
at the same time. If economy mode is desired, turn OFF
the A/C and turn the Temperature control to the desired
temperature setting.
Two- and Three-Zone Manual Air Conditioning
and Heating Systems — If Equipped
1. Left Front Temperature Control
Provides left front seat occupant with independent tem-
perature control. Turn left for cooler or right for warmer
temperature settings.
Two-Zone Manual Climate Control
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Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) —
If Equipped ...........................355
▫ Base System — If Equipped ..............358
▫ Premium System — If Equipped ..........360
▫ General Information ...................363
 Flexible Fuel— 2.7L Engines Only
(Except California Emission States) ..........364
▫ E-85 General Information ................364
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....................365
▫ Fuel Requirements ....................365
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles .......366
▫ Starting ............................367
▫ Cruising Range .......................367 ▫
Replacement Parts .....................367
▫ Maintenance .........................367
 Fuel Requirements ......................368
▫ 2.4L And 2.7L Engines ..................368
▫ 3.5L Engine .........................368
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................369
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............369
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................370
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................371
▫ Fuel System Cautions ..................371
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ..............372
 Adding Fuel ..........................372
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............372
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