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Features of your vehicle
3. Close the rear door.
To open the rear door, pull the outside
door handle.
Even though the doors may be unlocked,
the rear door will not open by pulling the
inner door handle until the rear door child
safety lock is unlocked.
WARNING- Rear doorlocks
Use the rear door safety locks
whenever children are in the vehi-
cle. If a child accidently opens the
rear doors while the vehicle is
motion, he can fall out.
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Features of your vehicle
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Opening the tailgate
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Type A
The tailgate is locked or unlocked by turning the key to the "Lock" or
"Unlock" position.
If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pressing the handle and than
pulling up the hatch. ■ ■
Type B
The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the transmitter (or smart key) or
central door lock switch.
If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pressing the handle and pulling it
up.
All doors are locked if the tailgate unlock button on the smart key is
pressed for more than 1 second and
the tailgate is unlocked. Once the tail-
gate is opened and then closed, the
tailgate is locks automatically.
❈ There is no key hole on this type. The tailgate swings upward. Make sure
no objects or people are near the rear of
the vehicle when opening the tailgate.
TAILGATE
CAUTION - Tailgate lift
cylinders
Make certain that you close the tail-
gate before driving your vehicle. Possible damage may occur to thetailgate lift cylinders and attachinghardware if the tailgate is not closed prior to driving.
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Maintenance
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At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check the radiator, heater and air con- ditioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check the windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean the wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
Clean the body and door drain holes.
Lubricate the door hinges and checks,and hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake/clutch fluid level.