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Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
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Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
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Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are
easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING - Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Drivingwhile under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerousthan driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or
take drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs,
don’t drive. Do not ride with a driv-er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driveror call a cab.
WARNING
When you intend to park or stop the
vehicle with the engine on, be care-ful not to depress the accelerator
pedal for a long period of time. It
may overheat the engine or exhaust
system and cause fire.
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Illuminated ignition switch
Whenever a front door is opened, the
ignition switch will be illuminated for your
convenience, provided the ignition switch
is not in the ON position. The light will go
off immediately when the ignition switch
is turned on or go off after about 30 sec-onds when the door is closed. Ignition switch position
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LOCK
The steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. The ignition key can be
removed only in the LOCK position.
When turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, push the key inward at
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ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel is unlocked and elec-
trical accessories are operative.
✽✽
NOTICE
If difficulty is experienced turning the
ignition switch to the ACC position, turn
the key while turning the steering wheel
right and left to release the tension.
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ON
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. This is the
normal running position after the engine
is started.
Do not leave the ignition switch ON if the engine is not running to prevent battery
discharge.
KEY POSITIONS
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At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare. G030104AUN
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts. G030105AUN-EU
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
hood hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.
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Maintenance
Description Fuse ratingProtected component
DR LOCK 20A Power window main switch, Power tailgate relay, Tailgate actuator
STOP LP 15A Stop lamp switch
ADJ-PEDAL 15A -
H/LP WASHER 20A Headlight washer switch
FUEL LID 15A Fuel filler lid switch
RR FOG 15A Rear fog lamp relay
FR WIPER 30A Front wiper motor
TILT & TELE 15A Tilt & Telescopic module
DRL 15A DRL control module
P/WDW LH 25A Driver safety window ECM, Rear power window switch LH
P/WDW RH 25A Front/Rear power window switch RH
MIRR HTD 10A Power outside mirror defogger LH/RH, Rear window defogger
P/SEAT 30A IMS control module, Driver/Passenger seat manual switch
KEY SOL 10A ATM key lock solenoid, 4WD ECM, Back warning buzzer, PIC mechanical steering column lock
DEICER 15A Windshield defogger relay
S/ROOF 15A Sunroof control module
RSE, SMART KEY 10A PIC immobilizer module 15A Audio
15A Instrument cluster, Power window main switch, Door lamp, Room lamp, Data link connector, BCM, Door warning switch
SPARE 10A Spare fuse
SPARE 15A Spare fuse
SPARE 20A Spare fuse
SPARE 30A Spare fuse
AUDIO 1
(MEMORY FUSE)
ROOM LP
(MEMORY FUSE)
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Air bags ···········································································3-39
Air bag warning label................................................3-60
Air bag warning light ................................................3-42
Curtain air bag ..........................................................3-52
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ......................3-45
Side impact air bag....................................................3-51
Air cleaner·······································································7-38
Alarm system ··································································4-11
Antenna ·········································································4-125
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)········································5-24
Appearance care······························································7-76 Exterior care ······························································7-76
Interior care ·······························································7-81
Armrest ···········································································3-13
Ashtray ··········································································4-117
Audio system ································································4-125 Antenna ···································································4-125
Aux, USB and iPod ·················································4-127
Steering wheel audio control ··································4-126
Automatic climate control system ································4-101 Air conditioning ······················································4-107
Automatic heating and air conditioning··················4-102
Manual heating and air conditioning ······················4-103
Automatic transaxle ··························································5-9 Shift lock system ·······················································5-12
Sports mode·······························································5-11 Battery ·············································································7-44
Battery saver function ·····················································4-73
Before driving ···································································5-3
Bottle holders, see cup holders ·····································4-118
Brake system ···································································5-21
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ··································5-24
Electronic stability program (ESP) ···························5-26
Parking brake·····························································5-22
Power brakes ·····························································5-21
Brakes fluid ·····································································7-34
Bulb replacement ····························································7-67 Front fog light bulb replacement·······························7-70
Headlight bulb replacement ······································7-68
High mounted stop light replacement ·······················7-74
Interior light bulb replacement··································7-75
License plate light bulb replacement ························7-74
Position light bulb replacement·································7-69
Puddle lamp and door courtesy lamp bulb replacement ···························································7-74
Rear combination light bulb replacement ·················7-71
Side repeater light bulb replacement·························7-70
Turn signal light bulb replacement ···························7-69
Bulb wattage ·····································································8-2
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Capacities (Lubricants) ·····················································8-5 Care
Exterior care ······························································7-76
Interior care ·······························································7-81
Tire care·····································································7-47
Cargo weight ···································································5-54
Center console storage ··················································4-114
Central door lock switch ·················································4-14
Changing tires ·································································6-14Chains Tire chains ·································································5-43
Checking tire inflation pressure ······································7-48
Child restraint system ·····················································3-30 Tether anchor system·················································3-34
ISOFIX system ·························································3-36
Child-protector rear door lock ·······································4-16
Climate control system (Automatic) ···························4-101 Air conditioning ·····················································4-107Automatic heating and air conditioning ·················4-102
Manual heating and air conditioning ·····················4-103
Climate control system (Manual) ··································4-89 Air conditioning ·······················································4-94
Heating and air conditioning ·····································4-90
Cigarette lighter ····························································4-117
Climate control air filter ···············································4-100
Climate control air filter ················································7-39 Clock (Digital) ·····························································4-120
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ···············4-49
Compact spare tire ·························································6-19
Compact spare tire replacement ····································7-52
Compass mirror, see the Electric chromic
mirror (ECM) with compass ······································4-42
Coolant ···········································································7-31
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ··································7-31
Crankcase emission control system ·······························7-82
Cruise control system ····················································5-31
Cup holder ···································································4-118
Curtain air bag ·······························································3-52
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ·································4-49
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination ·······················································4-50
Defogging (Windshield) ··············································4-111
Defogging logic (Windshield) ·····································4-113
Defroster (Rear window) ···············································4-88
Defrosting (Windshield) ··············································4-111
Digital clock ·································································4-121Dimensions ······································································8-2
Displays, see instrument cluster ····································4-49
Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination ·······················································4-50
Door locks ·······································································4-13
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Central door lock switch ··········································4-14
Child-protector rear door lock ·································4-16
Drinks holders, see cup holders ···································4-118
Driver's air bag ·······························································3-45
Driving at night ······························································5-38
Driving in flooded areas ················································5-39
Driving in the rain ··························································5-39
Economical operation ····················································5-35
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) ·····································4-41
Electric power steering ··················································4-42
Emergency starting ··························································6-4 Jump starting ······························································6-4
Push starting ·······························································6-5
Emergency tailgate safety release ··································4-18
Emergency towing ·························································6-23
Emergency while driving ·················································6-2
Emergency commodity ··················································6-26
Emission control system ················································7-82 Crankcase emission control system ·························7-82
Evaporative emission control system ·······················7-82
Exhaust emission control system ·····························7-83
Engine compartment ················································2-4, 7-2
Engine coolant ·······························································7-31
Engine number ·································································8-8
Engine oil ·······································································7-30 Engine overheats ······························································6-6
Engine temperature gauge ·············································4-51
Engine will not start ·························································6-3
Evaporative emission control system ····························7-82
Exhaust emission control system ···································7-83Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ················7-27
Exterior care ···································································7-76
Exterior features ···························································4-123
Roof rack ································································4-123
Flat tire ···········································································6-12 Changing tires ··························································6-14
Compact spare tire ···················································6-19
Jack and tools ···························································6-12
Removing and storing the spare tire ························6-13
Floor mat anchor(s) ·····················································4-122Fluid Washer fluid ······························································7-36
Brakes fluid ·······························································7-34
Folding the rear seat ······················································3-16
Four wheel drive (4WD) ················································5-14
Front fog light bulb replacement ···································7-70Front seat adjustment - manual ········································3-4
Front seat adjustment - power ··········································3-9
Fuel filler lid ··································································4-30
Fuel filter (for diesel) ·····················································7-37
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