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■Beverage Holders1Beverage Holders
NOTICE
Spilled liquids ca n damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the interior.
Be careful when you are us ing the beverage holders.
Hot liquid can scald you.

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The accessory power soc ket can be used when
the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY
(q or ON
(w.
Open the cover to use it.
■Accessory Power Socket1 Accessory Power Socket
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC access ories that are rated 180
watts or less (15 amps).
To prevent 12 volt battery drain, only use the power
socket with the engine running.

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Rear trays to store small items are located on
the rear cargo console.
To access the rear ca rgo console, open the
door, slide the seat by pulling up on the bar,
then pull up on the seat-back adjustment
lever.
Pulling up on the release lever on the side of
the seat-back tilts the seat-back forward.
■Rear Cargo Console1 Rear Cargo Console
Make sure all items on the rear trays are secured.
They could be thrown around and cause injury during
a crash.
To return the separator upright, push it backwards
until it locks.
3WARNING
This vehicle is not equi pped with rear seats
or seatbelts.
Sitting in this area may result in injury or
death, and may violate state laws.
Only the driver and one front seat
passenger may be safely seated in this
vehicle.
Trays
Seat-back
Adjustment
Lever
Bar
Release Lever
Driver side

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■Separator
Folding down the separato r will create more
cargo area.
1. Remove any items from the rear trays.
2. Pull up the release handle on the top of the
separator.1Rear Cargo Console
Make sure that the folded separator does not press
against the passenger seat, as this could cause the
weight sensors to work improperly.
2 Side Airbag Off Indicator P. 48
Make sure all items in the cargo area are
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Release
Handle
Separator

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The cargo cover can be used to conceal your
parcels and protect them from direct sunlight.
■To extend:
Pull the handle on the center edge, then clip
the mounting rods in the hooks on both sides
of the hatch opening.
■To retract:
Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll
it back until it is completely retracted.
■To remove:
Push either end of th e housing inward, then
lift it out of its position.
■Cargo Cover1 Cargo Cover
Do not access parcels in the cargo area while driving.
This may cause injury if you have to brake hard.
Do not stack objects higher than the top of the seat
in the cargo area. They could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a sudden stop.
To prevent cargo cover damage:
•Do not place items on the cargo cover.•Do not put weight on the cargo cover.Handle
Mounting Rod
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■To store:
The housing unit can be stored on the cargo
area floor to make more space available.
Push one end of the unit into the hole on one
side panel, then insert the other end into the
hole on the other side.
After storing the unit, rock it up and down to
make sure it is securely placed.
Reverse this procedure to install the housing
unit in place.
■To separate the cargo area into two:
1. Pull out the cargo cover from its housing
while it is stored on the cargo area floor.
2. Clip the mounting rods in the hooks at both
sides of the hatch opening.

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The ignition switch must be in ON (w to use
the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger's seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.
While in HI , the heater cycles on and off.
u The appropriate indicator will be on
while the seat heater is on. Briefly press
the switch on the opposite side to turn
the heater off. The indicator will be off.
When a comfortable temperature is
reached, select LO to keep the seat
warm.
■Seat Heaters*1 Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The 12 volt battery may be dead.
Check each of the items on the
right and respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on the interior light s and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Checking the 12 Volt Battery P. 264●If the interior lights come on normally

2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 304
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.

2Starting the Engine P. 180
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 107
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.

2Fuel Gauge P. 81
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 304
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 305
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 291