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NOTE:
•The head restraints should only be removed by quali-
fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either of
the head restraints require removal, see your autho-
rized dealer.
•In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re-
straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active
Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before
Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed
or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury
or death in the event of a collision. The head
restraints should always be checked prior to oper-
ating the vehicle and never adjusted while the
vehicle is in motion. Always adjust the head
restraints when the vehicle is in PARK.(Continued)
Active Head Restraint (Tilted)
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13. Shift Lever Indicator
The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the
instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the
automatic transmission.
14. Odometer / Trip Odometer Display Area
This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.
NOTE:U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans-
fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur-
chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been
driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced,
the repair technician should leave the odometer reading
the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he
cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and
a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the
mileage was before the repair or service. It is a good idea
for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair/service, so that you can be sure that it is
properly reset, or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if
the odometer must be reset at zero.
Vehicle Odometer Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, the following
odometer messages will display:
door
............................. Door Ajar
gate .............................. Gate Ajar
gASCAP ....................... Fuel Cap Fault
LoW TirE .................... LowTirePr essure
noFUSE .......................... Fuse Fault
CHAngE OIL ............... Oil Change Required
HOTOIL ............... Engine Oil Temp Too Hot
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with the optional
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the in-
strument cluster, all warnings including “door” and
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard
Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and drivability. 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.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or
improperly installed. A “gASCAP” message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
aclicking sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
RESET button to turn off the message. If the problem
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Hitches............................. 360
Minimum Requirements ................. 363
Trailer and Tongue Weight ............... 362
Wiring .............................. 367
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 361
Trailer Weight .......................... 361
Transaxle ............................. 298
Automatic .................... 12,293,298,416
Autostick ............................ 302
Manual .......................... 293,296
Operation ........................... 298
Overdrive ........................... 302
Selection of Lubricant ................... 416
Transmission Range Indicator ....................... 197
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 158
Transporting Pets ........................ 84 Tread Wear Indicators
.................... 335
Trip Odometer .......................... 197
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 199
Turn Signals ...................... 148,200,429
UCI Connector ......................... 262
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 99
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ......... 189
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 462
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 262
Universal Transmitter ..................... 158
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 348
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 98
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 355
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 327,355,357
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 285,427
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