WARNING! (Continued)
•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper
maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected
every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor-
mal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired,
drive with all side windows fully open.
•Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle
to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous
exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
ADDING FUEL
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
The gas cap is located behind the locking fuel filler door,
on the right side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or
damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this
vehicle.1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located on the
driver’s side door trim).
2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler
cap.
3. Hang cap by tether on fill door to prevent damage to
body side.
Fuel Filler Cap
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•Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you
hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is
properly tightened.
•If the gas cap is not tighten properly, the MIL will
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time
the vehicle is refueled.
Manual Fuel Filler Door Release
If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the
manual fuel filler door release.
1. Open the trunk.
2. Pull right side of weather strip off of trunk carpet trim.
3. Pull back carpet to access fuel release cable behind
carpet.4. Pull the release cable.
VEHICLE LOADING
As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin-
istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label
affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar.
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Cooling System......................... 537
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 538
Coolant Level .................... 537,540
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 540
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 537
Inspection .......................... 540
Points to Remember ................ 539,541
Pressure Cap ........................ 539
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 537
Corrosion Protection ..................... 546
Cupholders ............................ 265
Customer Assistance ..................... 573
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 82
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 220
Daytime Running Lights ................... 214
Dealer Service .......................... 523
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 46
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 45 Defroster, Rear Window
................... 275
Defroster, Windshield ................96,364,370
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 221
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 520
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 217
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................ 545
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 540
Engine Oil ......................... 526
Door Locks ............................. 32
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 34
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 249
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................... 201
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 408
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................. 409
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 320
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