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When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which
minimizes reflections on the windshield. Do not use
protectants or other products which may cause undesir-
able reflections. Use soap and warm water to restore the
low glare surface.
Instrument Panel Bezels
CAUTION!
When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve-
hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Some air fresheners will damage the finish of
painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly
contact any surface.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to
wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
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Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Convertible Top Care – If Equipped
NOTE:Lubricate the top rails with Berulub FR 43 every
2000 cycles or if scratching noises due to dust are present.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew on the top material:
•Avoid high-pressure car washes, as they can dam-
age the top material. Also, increased water pressure
may force past the weather strips.
•Remove any standing water from the top and dry the
surface before opening it. Operating the top, opening
a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may
allow water to drip into the vehicles interior.
(Continued)
CAUTION!(Continued)
•Use care when washing the vehicle, water pressure
directed at the weather strip seals may cause water
to leak into the vehicles interior.
Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended.
Regular washing of the top will enhance its life and
appearance, and make successive cleanings easier. Do not
subject the top to excessive heat. Frequently vacuum the
top and storage compartment.
Washing
Hand washing is highly recommended. Automatic car
washing equipment can damage the top material. If you
must use an automatic car wash, soft cloth systems are
preferred.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter.XXXXX
Replace cabin air filter.XXXXXXX
Clean and lube sun roof tracks. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs. **XXXX
Flush and replace the enginecoolant at 10 years or150,000 miles (240,000 km)whichever comes first.
XX
Inspect and replace PCV valveif necessary.X
Replace the timing belt.X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 393
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Battery.................................345
Jump Starting..........................320
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........20
Belts, Seat...............................81
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................350
B-Pillar Location..........................263
Brake Assist System.......................250
Brake Fluid.............................387
Brake, Parking...........................244
Brakes.................................362
Brake System............................248
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................248
Master Cylinder........................362
Parking..............................244
Warning Light.........................155
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................231
Bulb Replacement.........................380
Bulbs, Light..............................83
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........385
Capacities, Fluid..........................385
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................291
Oil (Engine)...........................342
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................80
Cargo Area Features.......................139
Car Washes.............................368
CD (Compact Disc) Player...................179
Cellular Phone...........................207
Chains, Tire.............................277
Changing A Flat Tire.......................308
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................258
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .153
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............79
Checks, Safety............................79
Child Restraint............................59
Clean Air Gasoline........................286
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Immobilizer (Sentry Key)....................13
Infant Restraint...........................59
Information Center, Vehicle..................160
Instrument Cluster........................148
Instrument Panel and Controls................145
Instrument Panel Cover.....................372
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning...............372
Interior Appearance Care....................370
Interior Lighting..........................115
Introduction..............................4
Jacking Instructions........................313
Jack Location............................309
Jack Operation...........................308
Jump Starting............................320
Key-In Reminder..........................13
Key, Replacement..........................15
Keys...................................11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)....................13
Lane Change and Turn Signals................149
Lane Change Assist........................115
Lap/Shoulder Belts.........................32
Latches.................................83
Hood................................111
Lead Free Gasoline........................285
Leaks, Fluid..............................83
Life of Tires.............................275
Liftgate (Sedan)...........................28
Light Bulbs..............................83
Lights..................................83
Airbag................................50
Anti-Lock.............................156
Brake Assist Warning....................255
Brake Warning.........................155
Bulb Replacement.......................381
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Engine Temperature Warning...............154
Exterior...............................83
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..149
High Beam............................113
High Beam Indicator.....................149
Low Fuel.............................149
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........153
Oil Pressure...........................153
Park.................................114
Passing..............................113
Seat Belt Reminder......................150
Service...............................381
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .153
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............151
Traction Control........................255
Turn Signal............................83
Voltage..............................150
Wait to Start...........................148
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......148
Loading Vehicle
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..263
Locks
Automatic Door.........................26
Door.................................23
Power Door............................25
Lubrication, Body.........................350
Maintenance Free Battery....................345
Maintenance, General......................340
Maintenance Procedures....................340
Maintenance Schedule......................390
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......153
Manual, Service..........................400
Manual Transmission......................226
Fluid Level Check.......................365
Frequency of Fluid Change................365
Lubricant Selection......................365
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................362
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Passing Light............................113
Pets....................................78
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..........264
Power
Door Locks............................25
Mirrors...............................94
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...........134
Steering..............................242
Sunroof..............................131
Windows..............................26
Power Steering Fluid.......................387
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts................42
Preparation for Jacking.....................312
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................40
Radial Ply Tires..........................271
Radio Operation..........................179
Radio Reception..........................179
Radio (Sound Systems).....................179
Rear Liftgate (Sedan).......................28
Rear Window Features.....................140
Recorder, Event Data.......................58
Recreational Towing.......................293
Reformulated Gasoline.....................286
Refrigerant..............................347
Release, Hood............................111
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................40
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
FCC General Information..................22
Power Convertible Top Function.............17
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........205
Replacement Bulbs........................380
Replacement Keys.........................15
Replacement Parts.........................339
Replacement Tires.........................276
Reporting Safety Defects....................399
Restraints, Child...........................59
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Rotation, Tires...........................279
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle..................81
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.................83
Safety Defects, Reporting....................399
Safety, Exhaust Gas.........................80
Safety Information, Tire.....................257
Safety Tips...............................79
Schedule, Maintenance.....................390
Seat Belt Maintenance......................372
Seat Belt Reminder.........................40
Seat Belts................................81
And Pregnant Women.....................42
Child Restraint..........................59
Extender..............................41
Front Seat.............................32
Inspection.............................81
Pretensioners...........................40
Rear Seat..............................32
Untwisting Procedure.....................37
Seat Belts (Sedan)..........................29
Seats..................................103
Adjustment...........................103
Heated...............................107
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................13
Service Assistance.........................396
Service Contract..........................398
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .153
Service Manuals..........................400
Shift Lever Override.......................325
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission.............228
Shoulder Belts............................32
Side Airbag..............................51
Signals, Turn.............................83
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................277
Snow Tires..............................272
Spare Tire...............................273
416 INDEX