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Instrument Panel Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Tilt Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic SteeringColumn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10Rainsense™II Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10Windshield Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15Exterior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25Wiper Activated Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29Headlamps on Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30Cornering Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30Instrument Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31Parade Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32Footwell Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32Electric Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33Inadvertent Power Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33Battery Run-Down Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34Accessory Power Outlet(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34Ashtray(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35Analog Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35
Climate Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36Dual Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36Outlet Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-41Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-42Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-44
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . .4-46Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-47Speedometer and Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-48Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-48Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..4-49Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-50Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-51
Section 4 Instrument Panel
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Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the engine is started, a chime sounds for severalseconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt,unless the driver safety belt is already buckled.
The safety belt light comeson and stays on forseveral seconds, thenflashes for several more.
This chime and light are repeated if the driver remainsunbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driversafety belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor thelight comes on.
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
Several seconds after the engine is started, a chimesounds for several seconds to remind the frontpassenger to buckle their safety belt. The passengersafety belt light, located on the instrument panel, comeson and stays on for several seconds and then flashesfor several more.
This chime and light arerepeated if the passengerremains unbuckled andthe vehicle is in motion.
If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither thechime nor the light comes on.
The front passenger safety belt warning light and chimemay turn on if an object is put on the seat such as abriefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop or otherelectronic device. To turn off the warning light and orchime, remove the object from the seat or bucklethe safety belt.
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Charging System Light
This light comes on brieflywhen the ignition key isturned to START, butthe engine is not running,as a check to show itis working.
If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by yourdealer/retailer.
The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stayson, or comes on while driving, there could be aproblem with the charging system. A charging systemmessage in the Driver Information Center (DIC) can alsoappear. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-67for more information. This light could indicate thatthere are problems with a generator drive belt, or thatthere is an electrical problem. Have it checked rightaway. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance withthe light on, turn off accessories, such as the radioand air conditioner.
Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part is not working, the other part canstill work and stop the vehicle. For good brakingboth parts need to be working.
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.Have the brake system inspected right away.
This light comes on briefly when the engine is turnedon. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will beready to warn if there is a problem.
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning lightalso comes on when the parking brake is set. Thelight will stay on if the parking brake does not releasefully. If it stays on after the parking brake is fullyreleased, it means there is a brake problem.
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For the Bose amplified radio, perform the followingsteps to setup the equalization settings:
1. Press theaknob until the DSP label displays.
2. Press the pushbutton located under the DSP labelto get choices of Norm, Driv, Rear, and Surround,to display.
3. Press the pushbutton located under the desiredsetting.
To select Surround, press either the fourth orfifth pushbutton located under the displayedSurround until Centerpoint displays.
To return to the manual mode, press the tune knob.Select either BASS, MID, or TREB and start to manually
adjust the settings by turning theaknob.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade):To adjust balance or
fade, press theaknob until the speaker control labels
display. Continue pressing to highlight the desiredlabel, or press the pushbutton positioned under the
desired label. Turn theaknob to adjust the highlighted
setting. The highlighted setting can be adjusted by
pressing either SEEK arrow,\FWD, orsREV
buttons until the desired levels are obtained.
To quickly adjust balance or fade to the middle position,press the pushbutton positioned under the BAL orFADE label for more than two seconds. A beep soundsand the level adjusts to the middle position.
To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the
middle position, press theaknob for more than
two seconds until a beep sounds.
Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
This feature is used to provide a choice of four differentlistening experiences. DSP can be used while listeningto the audio system or a CD. To change the DSP mode,
press theaknob until the DSP control label displays.
Press the pushbutton located under the DSP labeluntil the control labels display. Continue by pressing thedesired button below the control labels on the display.
For more information on the control label displays,see the following:
•Norm (Normal): Select this screen button to adjust
the audio for normal mode. This provides the bestsound quality for all seating positions.
•Driv (Driver): Select this screen button to adjust
the audio for the driver to receive the bestpossible sound quality.
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Your Driving, the Road, and
the Vehicle
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect theunexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is towear your safety belt — SeeSafety Belts: They Are forEveryone on page 2-12.
{WARNING:
Assume that other road users (pedestrians,
bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be
careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they
might do and be ready. In addition:
•Allow enough following distance between you
and the driver in front of you.
•Focus on the task of driving.
Driver distraction can cause collisions resulting ininjury or possible death. These simple defensivedriving techniques could save your life.
Drunk Driving
{WARNING:
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your
reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment
can be affected by even a small amount of
alcohol. You can have a serious — or even
fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not
drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been
drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a
group, designate a driver who will not drink.
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving isa global tragedy.
Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive avehicle: judgment, muscular coordination, vision, andattentiveness.
Police records show that almost 40 percent of all motorvehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases,these deaths are the result of someone who wasdrinking and driving. In recent years, more than17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have beenassociated with the use of alcohol, with about250,000 people injured.
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An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If holding the steering wheel at therecommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, it can be turneda full 180 degrees very quickly without removingeither hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, andjust as quickly straighten the wheel once you haveavoided the object.
The fact that such emergency situations are alwayspossible is a good reason to practice defensive drivingat all times and wear safety belts properly.
Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of aroad onto the shoulder while driving.
If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below thepavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off theaccelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way,steer so that the vehicle straddles the edge of thepavement. Turn the steering wheel 8 to 13 cm (3 to5 inches), about one-eighth turn, until the right front tirecontacts the pavement edge. Then turn the steeringwheel to go straight down the roadway.
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Leaving After Parking on a Hill
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you:
•start the engine,
•shift into a gear, and
•release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and storethe chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling atrailer. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 7-3for moreinformation. Things that are especially important in traileroperation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil,belts, cooling system and brake system. It is a good ideato inspect these before and during the trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and boltsare tight.
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
The cooling system may temporarily overheat duringsevere operating conditions. SeeEngine Overheating onpage 6-27.
Changing a Tire When Trailer Towing
If the vehicle gets a flat tire while towing a trailer,be sure to secure the trailer and disconnect it from thevehicle before changing the tire.
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Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-70If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-70Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-71Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage . . . . . . . . .6-79Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-80Removing the Spare Tire and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-81Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-83Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . .6-88Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-90
Appearance Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-91Interior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-91Fabric/Carpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-92Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-93Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other PlasticSurfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-94Wood Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-94Speaker Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-94Care of Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-95Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-95Washing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-95Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-96
Finish Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-96Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-97Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheelsand Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-97Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-98Sheet Metal Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-98Finish Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-98Underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-98Chemical Paint Spotting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-99
Vehicle Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-99Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-99Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-100
Electrical System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-100Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..6-100Headlamp Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-100Windshield Wiper Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-100Power Windows and Other Power Options . . . . . .6-101Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-101Underhood Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-101Rear Underseat Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-104
Capacities and Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-109
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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