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For ordinary defrosting
Use this setting, to keep the windshield and door windows
clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in
rain or snow).
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Select your desired blower speed by turning the blower
speed selection dial.
3. Select your desired temperature by turning the tempera-
ture control dial.For quick defrosting
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Set your blower to the maximum speed.
3. Set the temperature to the highest position.
NOTEWhen the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” or “ ”
position, the air conditioning compressor runs automati-
cally. The outside air position will be also selected auto-
matically. (In this case, the air conditioning indicator light
will not change.)
When the “ ” or “ ” position is selected, you cannot
turn the air conditioning off or use the recirculation posi-
tion. This prevents the windows from fogging up.
When defrosting, do not set the temperature control dial to
the maximum cool position. This would blow cool air on
the window glass and fog it up.
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During a long period of disuse The air conditioning should be operated for at least five min-
utes each week, even in cold weather. This includes the quick
defrosting mode. Operating the air condition system weekly
maintains lubrication of the compressor internal parts and
maintains the air conditioning in the best operating condition.
CAUTION
!The air conditioning system in your vehicle must be
charged with the refrigerant HFC-134a and the
lubricant SUN-PAG56.
Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will cause
severe damage and may require replacing your vehi-
cle’s entire air conditioning system.
The release of refrigerant into the atmosphere is not
recommended.
The new refrigerant HFC-134a in your vehicle is
designed not to harm the earth’s ozone layer. How-
ever, it may contribute slightly to global warming.
It is recommended that the old refrigerant be saved
and recycled for future use.
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TYPE (Music type select)To select the desired music type.SOUND PRESETS (sound setting storage)6 different sound settings can be stored into memory in the
“SOUND PRESET” mode. For example:To store your current sound settings into memory, follow these
steps:
1. Go to the “SOUND PRESET” setting (preset button lights
will be flashing).
2. Push one of the memory select buttons (3) for more than 2
seconds.
To recall the sound settings that are stored in memory, follow
these steps:
1. Go to the “SOUND PRESET” setting (preset button lights
will be flashing).
2. Push your desired memory select button (3) for less than 2
seconds.
NOTEThe sound customization adjust mode will automatically
shut off when either the radio or CD is selected, or if no
adjustment is made within 10 seconds.
If the AUDIO switch (4) is pushed and held for more than
2 seconds during the audio adjust mode, it will change to
“Hold” mode. The selected audio mode will be held until
the AUDIO switch (4) is pushed for more than 2 seconds
again.
Music type
Description
NORMAL Sounds good for all types of music.
POP Tight bass and high frequency sound
ROCKTuned for hard rock and heavy metal with
powerful drums, guitars, and vocals.
HIP-HOP Deep bass punch and well-defined vocals
COUNTRY Enhanced main vocalsSettings
Preset 1
Preset 2
Preset 3
SUB PUNCH Punch 3 Punch 5 Punch 4
BASS +1 0 0
MID 0 0 0
TRE +2 +1 0
FADE 0 0 0
BAL 0 0 0
FIELD Live Normal Stage
TYPE POP HIP-HOP Rock
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To listen to a CD
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1. Press the CD button (6) and the CD mode will be selected,
starting a playback.NOTEAs many as 6 CDs can be inserted into the CD
autochanger.
2. To adjust the volume and tone, refer to “To adjust the vol-
ume” on page 5-40 and “To adjust the tone” on page 5-41.
3. To stop the CD, turn off the power by pressing the PWR
switch (1) or switch to the other mode by pressing the
RADIO button (5).NOTEFor information concerning the handling of the compact
discs, refer to “Handling of compact discs” on page 5-71.
To s e t a d i s cThe indicator light (A) shows the condition of each CD slot.
To set a disc:
1. Press the LOAD/EJECT button (2).
2. Press one of the Disc select buttons (4) to select the CD
which you wish to insert.
3. If there is already a CD loaded in the slot, the CD is auto-
matically ejected. If there is no CD, insert the CD in the
slot (3) after the READY light (B) illuminates.Light off: No disc
Amber: CD is set
Green: CD is played (or selected)
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5 Steering wheel audio remote control switch
(if so equipped)
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The remote control switches are located on the rear surface of
the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the
switches.
These switches can be used when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” or “ACC” position.
NOTEDo not push two or more of the steering wheel remote
control switches at the same time.To turn on the powerPWR ON/OFF button — 4When the power is off, press this button to turn the power on.
To turn the power off, press this button for 2 seconds or longer.To adjust the volumeVolume up button — 2The volume will increase when this button is pressed.Volume down button — 6The volume will decrease when this button is pressed.To listen to the audio systemSelect the desired mode by lightly pressing the Mode change
button (4).
The mode switches between the radio and CD with each push
of the button.To listen to the radioTo select AM/FM/SAT modeMode change button — 4
Select the desired band by pressing this button.
The order is: AM → FM1 → FM2 (SAT1 → SAT2 → SAT3 →
SAT4) → CD → AM.
1- Seek up/Track up/Fast-forward button
2- Volume up button
3- Preset change/Folder up/Disc up button
4- PWR (ON/OFF)/Mode change button
5- Seek down/Track down/Fast-reverse button
6- Volume down button
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In the following circumstances, moisture can form on
compact discs and inside the audio system, preventing
normal operation.
• When there is high humidity (for example, when it is
raining).
• When the temperature suddenly rises, such as right after
the heater is turned on in cold weather.
In this case, wait until the moisture has had time to dry
out.
When the CD player is subjected to violent vibrations,
such as during off-road driving, the tracking may not
work.
When storing compact discs, always store them in their
separate cases. Never place compact discs in direct sun-
light, or in any place where the temperature or humidity is
high.
Never touch the flat surface of the disc where there isn’t a
label. This will damage the disc surface and could affect
the sound quality. When handling a compact disc, always
hold it by the outer edge and the center hole.To clean a disc, use a soft, clean, dry cloth. Wipe directly
from the center hole toward the outer edge. Do not wipe in
a circle. Never use any chemicals such as benzine, paint
thinner, a disc spray cleaner, or an anti-static agent on the
disc.
Do not use a ball point pen, felt pen, pencil, etc. to write
on the label surface of the disc.
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Your vehicle’s radio receives both AM and FM stations.
The quality of your reception is affected by distance, obstacles,
and signal interference. Signal transmission FM signals do not follow the earth surface nor are they
reflected by the upper atmosphere. For this reason, FM broad-
casts cannot be received over long distances. AM signals fol-
low the earth’s surface and are reflected by the upper
atmosphere. For this reason, AM broadcasts can be received
over longer distances.
Weak reception (fading) Because of the limited range of FM signals and the way FM
waves transmit, you may experience weak or fading FM recep-
tion. When the broadcast is blocked by mountains or similar
obstructions, reception can be disturbed. Reflection The reason why one can hear FM but not AM in parking
garages, under bridges etc., is that FM signals, unlike AM sig-
nals, are reflected by solid objects such as buildings, etc.
Because FM signals are easily reflected by buildings, this can
also cause reception disturbances.
The direct signal from the broadcast station reaches the antenna
slightly before the reflected signal. This time difference may
cause some reception disturbance or flutter.
This problem occurs primarily in urban areas.
FM AM
25 to 40 mile radius
(40 to 64 km)100 mile radius
(160 km)
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Cross modulation If one listens to a weak station and is in the vicinity of another
strong station, both stations might be received simultaneously. FM stereo reception Stereo reception requires a high quality broadcast signal. This
means that types of disturbances mentioned previously become
more marked and the reception range is somewhat diminished
during stereo reception.
Causes of disturbancesFM reception is affected by the electrical systems of vehicles in
the vicinity, especially those without an electronic noise sup-
pression device. The disturbance is even greater if the station is
weak or poorly tuned.
FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbances as
AM. AM reception is sensitive to electrical disturbances such
as power lines, lightning and other types of similar electrical
phenomena.
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