Outside Mirror — Driver Side
Adjust the flat outside mirror so you can just see the side
of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the
vehicle with your head close to the door glass.
Outside Mirror — Passenger Side
Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the
vehicle with your head close to the center of the vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with
another vehicle or other object. Use your inside
mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle
seen in this convex mirror.
Power Mirrors — If Equipped
The power mirror controls are located on the driver ’s
door trim panel.
Power Mirror Control
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95
STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake,
press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the shift
lever in NEUTRAL.NOTE:
•The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
•If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is
locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve
pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the
key.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE:
You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of PARK.
Normal Starting
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Simply turn the ignition switch to the START position
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STARTING AND OPERATING 293
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 312
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 411
Adding Fuel ........................... 354
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 406
Additives, Fuel ......................... 352
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 402
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 404
Air Conditioning ........................ 275
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 275
Air Conditioning Filter .................... 286
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............404,405
Air Conditioning System .............275,279,404
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 287
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 331
Airbag .............................. 59,69
Airbag Deployment ....................... 70
Airbag Light ..................... 67,73,86,193
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 72
Airbag, Side ........................ 63,66,69Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)
...........64,66,69
Alarm Light ........................... 200
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 17
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................232,257
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 312
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 203
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 17
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........410,435,436
Capacities .......................... 435
Disposal ........................... 413
Appearance Care ........................ 419
Assistance Towing ....................... 111
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 94
Automatic Door Locks ................... 29,30
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 279
Automatic Transaxle ..............12,293,373,417
Fluid Level Check .................... 418
Overheating ........................ 373
466 INDEX
HitchesTrailer Towing ....................... 361
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 158
Hood Release .......................... 144
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ............................... 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 14
Infant Restraint .......................... 75
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 205
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 93
Instrument Cluster .................... 189,191
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 188
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 423
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 424
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 424
Interior Appearance Care .................. 422
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 153Introduction
............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 374
Jack Operation ....................... 374,376
Jacking Instructions ...................... 376
Jump Starting .......................... 381
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 18
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 431
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 41
Latches ................................ 88
Hood ............................. 144
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 350
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