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Features of your vehicle
Defrost-Level
Most of the air flow is directed to the
windshield with a small amount of air
directed to the side window defrosters.Instrument panel vents
The outlet vents can be opened or closed
separately using the thumbwheel.
Also, you can adjust the direction of air
delivery from these vents using the vent
control lever as shown.Temperature control
The temperature will increase to the
maximum (HI) by turning the knob to the
right extremely.
The temperature will decrease to the
minimum (Lo) by turning the knob to the
left extremely.
When turning the knob, the temperature
will increase or decrease by 1°F/0.5°C.
When set to the lowest temperature set-
ting, the air conditioning will operate con-
tinuously.
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For maximum defrosting, set the tem-
perature control to the extreme
right/hot position and the fan speed
control to the highest speed.
If warm air to the floor is desired while defrosting or defogging, set the mode
to the floor-defrost position.
Before driving, clear all snow and ice from the windshield, rear window, out-
side rear view mirrors, and all side win-
dows.
Clear all snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in the cowl grill to improve
heater and defroster efficiency and to
reduce the probability of fogging up the
inside of the windshield.
Manual climate control system
To defog inside windshield
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 outside (fresh) air position is not
selected automatically, press the corre-
sponding button manually.
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING
WARNING- Windshield heating
Do not use the or position
during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference between the temperature of
the outside air and the windshield
could cause the outer surface of
the windshield to fog up, causing
loss of visibility. In this case, set
the mode selection to the posi-
tion and fan speed control to the
lower speed.
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To defrost outside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the highest posi-tion.
2. Set the temperature to the extreme hot position.
3. Select the position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected automatically.
Automatic climate control system
To defog inside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the desired posi-tion.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Press the defroster button ( ).
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be selected automatically.
If the outside (fresh) air position is not
selected automatically, adjust the corre-
sponding button manually. If the
position is selected, lower fan speed is
adjusted to a higher fan speed.
To defrost outside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the highest posi- tion.
2. Set the temperature to the extreme hot (HI) position.
3. Press the defroster button ( ).
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be selected automatically.
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Defogging logic
To reduce the possibility of fogging up
inside of the windshield, the air intake or
air conditioning are controlled automati-
cally according to certain conditions such
as or position. To cancel or
return to the defogging logic, do the fol-
lowing.
Automatic climate control system
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Select the defroster position by press- ing the defroster button ( ).
3. While pressing the air conditioning button (A/C), press the air intake con-
trol button (Recirculated air button) at
least 5 times within 3 seconds.
The A/C display blinks 3 times with 0.5
second of interval. It indicates that the
defogging logic is canceled or returned to
the programmed status.
If the battery has been discharged or dis-
connected, it resets to the defog logic
status. When the air conditioner or heater is on,
the cluster ionizer turns on automatically
as follows:
mode
The CLEAN mode deodorizes smells
and cleans the air.
mode
The ION mode cleans the air.
The cycling between CLEAN and ION
modes are performed automatically by
the Automatic Climate Control System to
maintain optimum system performance.
Also, the cluster ionizer turns off auto-
matically, when the air conditioner or
heater is turned off.
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CLUSTER IONIZER
(IF EQUIPPED)
Clean mode
(CLEAN) ION mode
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Maintenance
Interior care
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Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as per-
fume and cosmetic oil from contacting
the dashboard because they may cause
damage or discoloration. If they do con-
tact the dashboard, wipe them off imme-
diately. See the instructions that follow for
the proper way to clean vinyl.
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Cleaning the upholstery and interiortrim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean with a mild soap solution recom-
mended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with a
fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not
receive immediate attention, the fabric
can be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties
can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.
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Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web-bing
Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-
tions provided with the soap. Do not
bleach or re-dye the webbing because
this may weaken it.
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Cleaning the interior window glass
If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-
cle become fogged (that is, covered with
an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should
be cleaned with glass cleaner. Follow the
directions on the glass cleaner container.CAUTION
Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact withelectrical/electronic componentsinside the vehicle as this may dam-age them.
CAUTION
Using anything but recommendedcleaners and procedures may affect the fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant properties.
CAUTION
When cleaning leather products(steering wheel, seats etc.), useneutral detergents or low alcoholcontent solutions. If you use highalcohol content solutions oracid/alkaline detergents, the color of the leather may fade or the sur-face may get stripped off.
CAUTION
Do not scrape or scratch the insideof the rear window. This may resultin damage to the rear windowdefroster grid.

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Index
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Dimensions ··················\
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Door locks··················\
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Child-protector rear door lock ··················\
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Economical operation ··················\
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Emergency starting ··················\
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Push starting ··················\
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Emission control system ··················\
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Evaporative emission control (including ORVR:Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) System ···········7-70
Exhaust emission control system ··················\
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Engine compartment ··················\
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Engine coolant ··················\
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Engine number ··················\
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Engine oil ··················\
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Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-11
Exterior features··················\
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Fuel requirements ··················\
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Fuses ··················\
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Fuse/relay panel description ··················\
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Main fuse ··················\
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Memory fuse··················\
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Hazard warning flasher ··················\
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Hood··················\
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How to use this manual ··················\
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If the engine overheats··················\
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If the engine will not start ··················\
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If you have a flat tire ··················\
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Changing tires··················\
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Compact spare tire ··················\
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Jack and tools ··················\
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Removing and storing the spare tire···········\
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Towing ··················\
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Trailer towing··················\
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Hitches ··················\
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Safety chains··················\
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Trailer brakes ··················\
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Weight of the trailer (tongue) ··················\
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Vehicle break-in process ··················\
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Vehicle certification label ··················\
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Vehicle data collection and event data recorders·············1-5
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ··················\
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Vehicle load limit ··················\
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Certification label ··················\
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Seating capacity ··················\
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Tire and loading information label ··················\
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Towing capacity··················\
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Vehicle capacity weight ··················\
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Base curb weight ··················\
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Cargo weight ··················\
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GAW (Gross axle weight) ··················\
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GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ··················\
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GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ··················\
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GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ··················\
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Washer fluid ··················\
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Windows ··················\
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Power window lock button ··················\
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Windshield defrosting and defogging··················\
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Winter driving ··················\
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Tire chains ··················\
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Wiper blades ··················\
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