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For maximum defrosting, set the tem-
perature control to the extreme
right/hot position and the fan speedcontrol to the highest speed.
If warm air to the floor is desired whilst defrosting or defogging, set the modeto the floor-defrost position.
Before driving, clear all snow and ice from the windscreen, rear window, out-
side rear view mirrors, and all side win-
dows.
Clear all snow and ice from the bonnet and air inlet in the cowl grill to improveheater and defroster efficiency and to
reduce the probability of fogging up theinside of the windscreen. Manual climate control system
To defog inside windscreen
1. Set the fan speed to the desired posi-
tion.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the or position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected automatically. If the position is selected, air conditioning will also be
selected automatically.
If the air conditioning and/or outside(fresh) air position are not selected auto-
matically, press the corresponding button
manually.
WINDSCREEN DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING
WARNING - Windscreen
heating
Do not use the or position during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference between the temperature ofthe outside air and that of the wind-screen could cause the outer sur-
face of the windscreen to fog up,
causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection knob
or button to the position and
fan speed control knob or button to
the lower speed.
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Glove box
To open the glove box, push the button
and the glove box will automatically
open. Close the glove box after use. Sunglass holder
To open the sunglass holder, press the
cover and the holder will slowly open.
Place your sunglasses in the compart-
ment door with the lenses facing out.
Push to close.
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WARNING
Do not keep objects except sun- glasses inside the sunglass hold-
er. Such objects can be thrown
from the holder in the event of a
sudden stop or an accident, pos-
sibly injuring the passengers in
the vehicle.
Do not open the sunglass holder whilst the vehicle is moving. The
rear view mirror of the vehicle
can be blocked by an open sun-
glass holder.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury in an
accident or sudden stop, always
keep the glove box door closedwhilst driving.
CAUTION
Do not keep food in the glove box for a long time.
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Driving your vehicle
Before entering the vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tyres.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up. 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-
tion 7, “Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are
easily reached.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Check all gauges.
Adjust the inside and outside rear-view mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
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 gear.
WARNING
Driving whilst distracted can result
in a loss of vehicle control, that
may lead to an accident, severe
personal injury, and death. The dri-
ver’s primary responsibility is in
the safe and legal operation of a
vehicle, and use of any handheld
devices, other equipment, or vehi-
cle systems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a vehicle
or which are not permissible by law
should never be used during oper-
ation of the vehicle.
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Engine temperature gauge ........................................4-45
Fuel gauge ..................................................................4-45
Glassroof, see sunroof ....................................................4-32
Glove box ......................................................................4-104
Hazard warning flasher ..................................................4-71
Hazardous driving conditions..........................................5-39
Headlight levelling device ..............................................4-75
Headrest ....................................................................3-5, 3-7
Heating and air conditioning ..........................................4-85
Highway driving ..............................................................5-42
Horn ................................................................................4-37
How to use this manual ....................................................1-2
Immobiliser system ..........................................................4-4
Indicators and warnings ..................................................4-51
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ....................1-7
Inside rearview mirror ....................................................4-38
Instrument cluster ............................................................4-42 Engine temperature gauge ........................................4-45
Fuel gauge ..................................................................4-45 Instrument panel illumination ....................................4-43
Odometer ..................................................................4-47
Speedometer ..............................................................4-43
Tachometer ................................................................4-44
Trip computer ............................................................4-46
Warning and indicators ..............................................4-51
Instrument panel illumination ........................................4-43
Instrument panel overview ................................................2-3
Interior care ....................................................................7-77
Interior features ............................................................4-105 Ashtray ....................................................................4-105
Aux, USB and iPod ................................................4-110
Cargo area cover ......................................................4-109
Cigarette lighter ......................................................4-105
Clothes hanger ........................................................4-108
Cup holder ..............................................................4-106
Digital clock ............................................................4-108
Floor mat anchor(s) ................................................4-109
Power outlet ............................................................4-107
Sunvisor ..................................................................4-106
Interior light ....................................................................4-80
Interior overview ..............................................................2-2
Jack and tools ....................................................................6-8
Jump starting ....................................................................6-5
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Key positions ....................................................................5-5
Keys ..................................................................................4-3 Label
Air bag warning label ................................................3-53
Tyre sidewall labeling ................................................7-46
Tyre specification and pressure label ..........................8-7
Vehicle certification label ............................................8-6
Light bulbs ......................................................................7-62
Lighting ..........................................................................4-71 Battery saver function ................................................4-72
Lubricants and capacities ..................................................8-4 Maintenance Explanation of scheduled maintenance items............7-17
Maintenance services ..................................................7-3
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ............7-15 Normal maintenance schedule ....................................7-8
Owner maintenance ....................................................7-5
Scheduled maintenance service ..................................7-7
Tyre maintenance ......................................................7-46
Maintenance services ........................................................7-3 Manual climate control system ......................................4-84
Air conditioning ........................................................4-89
Climate control air filter ............................................4-92
Heating and air conditioning ....................................4-85
Manual heating and air conditioning ..............................4-85
Manual transaxle ............................................................5-14
Memory fuse....................................................................7-53
Mirrors ............................................................................4-38 Day/night rearview mirror ........................................4-38
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) ................................4-38
Inside rearview mirror ..............................................4-38
Outside rearview mirror ............................................4-39
Moonroof, see panorama sunroof....................................4-32
Multi fuse ........................................................................7-54
Neck restraints, see headrest ......................................3-5, 3-7
Odometer ........................................................................4-47
Oil (Engine) ....................................................................7-20
Outside rearview mirror ..................................................4-39
Overheats ..........................................................................6-7
Owner maintenance ..........................................................7-5
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