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Your vehicle at a glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Driver’s front air bag .........................3-46
2. Horn .................................................4-32
3. Light control/Turn signals .................4-53
4. Instrument cluster.............................4-36
5. Wiper/Washer ...................................4-57
6. Ignition switch .....................................5-5
7. Digital clock and audio* .............4-89, 4-94
8. Steering wheel .................................4-30
9. Steering wheel audio control* ..........4-95
10. Climate control system* ........4-65, 4-74
11. Hazard warning flasher switch..4-52, 6-2
12. Shift lever ................................5-7, 5-10
13. Parking brake lever ........................5-17
14. Passenger’s front air bag ...............3-46
15. Glove box .......................................4-85
16. Power outlet* ..................................4-88
* : if equipped
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Power outlet
The power outlet is designed to provide
power for mobile telephones or other
devices designed to operate with vehicle
electrical systems. The devices should
draw less than 10 amps with the engine
running.
CAUTION
Use the power outlet only when
the engine is running and remove
the accessory plug after use.
Using the accessory plug for pro-
longed periods of time with the
engine off could cause the bat-
tery to discharge.
Only use 12V electric accessories
which are less than 10A in elec-
tric capacity. If not, it could lead
to an overheated power outlet or
electric wiring in the vehicle and
electric systems may malfunc-
tion.
Adjust the air-conditioner or
heater to the lowest operating
level when using the power outlet.
Close the cover when not in use.
Some electronic devices can
cause electronic interference
when plugged into a vehicle’s
power outlet. These devices may
cause excessive audio static and
malfunctions in other electronic
systems or devices used in your
vehicle.
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WARNING
Do not put a finger or a foreign ele-
ment (pin, etc.) into a power outlet
and do not touch with a wet hand.
You may get an electric shock.
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Make sure that the electric
devices are plugged in securely. If
not, it could cause a malfunction
of electric systems.
If you use an electric device with
a battery, electric current may
flow from the electric device into
the vehicle and may cause a mal-
function of electric systems. Only
use electric devices which could
prevent inverse current.
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Digital clock (if equipped)
Whenever the battery terminals or relat-
ed fuses are disconnected, you must
reset the time.
When the ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position, the clock buttons operate as
follows:
Setup the clock
With audio off
1. Press the [SETUP] button until the
clock of the display blinks.
2. Set the clock by turning the knob(1)
and press it.
With audio on
1. Press the [SETUP] button.
2. Select the [CLOCK] mode by turning
the knob(1) and press it.
3. Set the clock by turning the knob(1)
and press it.
Clothes hanger (if equipped)
To use the hanger, pull down the upper
portion of hanger.
WARNING
Do not adjust the clock while driv-
ing. You may lose your steering
control and cause an accident that
results in severe personal injury or
death.
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CAUTION
Do not hang heavy clothes,
because it may damage the hook.
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Aux, USB and iPod®port
If your vehicle has an aux and/or
USB(universal serial bus) port or iPod®
port, you can use an aux port to connect
audio devices and an USB port to plug in
an USB and also an iPod
®port to plug in
an iPod®.
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NOTICE
When using a portable audio device
connected to the power outlet, noise may
occur during playback. If this happens,
use the power source of the portable
audio device.
❈iPod®is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
hands-free (if equipped)
You can use a Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology phone.
Detailed information for the
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology hands-free is
described in the “Audio section” in this
chapter or in the manual supplied sepa-
rately.
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CAUTION
When you return the cargo area
cover to its original position, hold
the cover and lower it.
Do not operate the vehicle with
the cover removed. It may dam-
age to the cover.
The cargo area cover may be lift-
ed when the tailgate is opened.
Ensure that the luggage on the
cover is moved to a safe place.
Since the cargo area cover may be
damaged or malformed, do not
apply excessive force to the cover
or do not put the heavy loads on it.
WARNING
Do not place objects on the cargo
area cover while driving. Such
objects may be thrown about
inside the vehicle and possibly
injure vehicle occupants during
an accident or when braking.
Never allow anyone to ride in the
luggage compartment. It is
designed for luggage only.
Maintain the balance of the vehi-
cle and locate the weight as far
forward as possible.
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✽
NOTICE
If you install an after market HID (high
intensity discharge) head lamp, your
vehicle's audio and electronic device
may malfunction.
Antenna
Roof antenna
Your car uses a roof antenna to receive
both AM and FM broadcast signals. This
antenna is a removable type. To remove
the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To
install the antenna, turn it clockwise.
AUDIO SYSTEM
CAUTION
Before entering a place with a low
height clearance or a car wash,
remove surely the antenna by
rotating it counter-clockwise. If
not, the antenna may be dam-
aged.
When reinstalling your antenna, it
is important that it is fully tight-
ened and adjusted to the upright
position to ensure proper recep-
tion. But it could be folded or
removed when parking the vehi-
cle or when loading cargo on the
roof rack.
When cargo is loaded on the roof
rack, do not place the cargo near
the antenna pole to ensure proper
reception.
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Steering wheel audio control
(if equipped)
The steering wheel audio control button
is installed to promote safe driving.
VOLUME (VOL +/-) (1)
Press the up button (+) to increase vol-
ume.
Press the down button (-) to decrease
volume.
MUTE (2)
Press the MUTE button to cancel the
sound.
Press the MUTE button again to acti-
vate the sound.
MODE (3)
Press the MODE button to select Radio,
CD (Compact Disc).
SEEK/PRESET ( / ) (4)
If the SEEK/PRESET button is pressed
for 0.8 second or more, it will work as fol-
lows in each mode.
RADIO mode
It will function as the AUTO SEEK select
button. It will SEEK until you release the
button.
CDP mode
It will function as the FF/REW button.
If the SEEK/PRESET button is pressed
for less than 0.8 second, it will work as
follows in each mode.
RADIO mode
It will function as the PRESET STATION
select buttons.
CDP mode
It will function as the TRACK UP/DOWN
button.
Detailed information for audio control
buttons is included in the following pages
in this section.
CAUTION
Do not operate audio remote con-
trol buttons simultaneously.
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How vehicle audio works
AM and FM radio signals are broadcast
from transmitter towers located around
your city. They are intercepted by the
radio antenna on your vehicle. This signal
is then processed by the radio and sent
to your vehicle speakers.
When a strong radio signal has reached
your vehicle, the precise engineering of
your audio system ensures the best pos-
sible quality reproduction. However, in
some cases the signal coming to your
vehicle may not be strong and clear.
This can be due to factors, such as the
distance from the radio station, close-
ness of other strong radio stations or the
presence of buildings, bridges or other
large obstructions in the area.AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broadcasts.
This is because AM radio waves are
transmitted at low frequencies. These
long distance,low frequency radio waves
can follow the curvature of the earth
rather than travelling straight. In addition,
they curve around obstructions resulting
in better signal coverage.FM broadcasts are transmitted at high
frequencies and do not bend to follow the
earth's surface. Because of this, FM
broadcasts generally begin to fade within
short distances from the station. short
distances from the station. Also, FM sig-
nals are easily affected by buildings,
mountains, and obstructions. This can
lead to undesirable or unpleasant listen-
ing conditions which might lead you to
believe a problem exists with your radio.
The following conditions are normal and
do not indicate radio trouble:
JBM002
AM reception
JBM001
FM reception
JBM003
FM radio station