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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON position,
not the ACC position. Make certain the transmission
remains in NEUTRAL.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With
A Tow Dolly
The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow this
vehicle on a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may occur.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, and Refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger
side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When
installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387
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Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid
cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its
function.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and
operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Defroster, Rear Window................... 165
Defroster, Windshield ................80,248,254
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 140
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 376
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 137
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... 380
Power Steering ........................ 286
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 367
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 397
Engine Oil ........................... 383
Door Locks ............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 30
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 149
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 282
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 283 DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™)
.... 242
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 165
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 90
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 158
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 292
Anti-Lock Brake System ................. 292
Brake Assist System .................... 293
Electronic Stability Program ............... 293
Traction Control System ................. 292
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .... 409
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 144
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 293
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 174
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 186
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 40
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 366
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 350
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Automatic........................... 134
Bulb Replacement ...................... 418
Cleaning ............................ 407
Delay .............................. 135
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 137
Lights On Reminder .................... 136
On With Wipers .................... 135,142
Passing ............................. 138
Switch .............................. 134
Time Delay .......................... 135
Washers ............................. 390
Heated Mirrors .......................... 90
Heated Seats ........................... 130
Heater ............................... 247
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 265
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 137
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 338
Holder, Coin ........................... 162 Holder, Cup
........................... 161
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 149
Hood Release .......................... 132
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 67,68
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 186
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 87
Instrument Cluster .................... 171,173
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 170
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 408
Interior Appearance Care .................. 407
Interior Fuses .......................... 409
Interior Lights .......................... 139
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 140
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Daytime Running...................... 136
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............136,137
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 296
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 174
Engine Temperature Warning .............. 176
Exterior .............................. 81
Fog ............................. 136,178
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 350
Headlight Switch ...................... 134
Headlights ........................ 134,421
Headlights On Reminder ................. 136
Headlights On With Wipers ............135,142
High Beam ........................ 137,177
High Beam Indicator .................... 177
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 137
Illuminated Entry ....................... 19
Instrument Cluster .................. 134,173
Intensity Control ...................... 139
Interior .......................... 139,148License
............................. 425
Lights On Reminder .................... 136
Low Fuel ............................ 184
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 185
Map Reading ...................... 138,148
Oil Pressure .......................... 177
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ......... 139
Passing ............................. 138
Reading .......................... 138,148
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 177
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 182
Service ........................... 417,418
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 185
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 182
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........182,315
Traction Control ....................... 296
Turn Signal ................... 81,136,137,175
Vanity Mirror .......................... 90
Voltage ............................. 174
472 INDEX
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Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 456
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 390
Washers, Windshield ................ 140,141,390
Washing Vehicle ......................... 404
Water Driving Through ...................... 283
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 406
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 406
Wind Buffeting ....................... 39,157
Window Fogging ........................ 256 Windows
.............................. 35
Power ............................... 35
Windshield Defroster ................80,248,254
Windshield Washers ................... 140,141
Fluid ............................... 390
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 390
Windshield Wipers ....................... 140
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 390
Wiper, Delay ........................... 140
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 140
482 INDEX