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Improving Fuel Economy
The following instructions will help you improve fuel economy.
Avoid excessive idling If you are to wait for more than a minutewhile you are parked, stop the engine and start it again later. When warming up a cold engine, do not allow the engine to idleor apply full throttle until the engine has reached operating temperature. Allow the engine to warm up by driving.
Avoid “fast” starts Fast starts away from lights or stop signs will consume fuel unnecessarily andshorten engine life. Start off slowly.
Avoid unnecessary stops Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stop- ping. Try to maintain a slow, steady speed whenever possible. Slowing down and thenaccelerating again uses more fuel.
Keep a steady cruising speed Keep as constant a speed as road and traf- fic conditions will permit.
Keep the air cleaner clean
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If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there will be greater intake resistance, resulting in decreased power output and increased fuel consumption.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging catalyst or othervehicle damage:• Maintain the engine in the properoperating condition.• In the event of an engine malfunc-tion, particularly one involving engine misfiring or other apparent loss of performance, have the vehi-cle serviced promptly.• Do not turn off the engine or inter-rupt the ignition when the transaxleis in gear and the vehicle is in motion.• Do not try to start the engine bypushing or towing the vehicle, orcoasting down a hill.• Do not idle the engine with anyspark plug wires disconnected orremoved, such as during diagnos- tic testing.• Do not idle the vehicle for pro-longed periods if idling seemsrough or there are other malfunc-tions.• Do not allow the fuel tank to getnear the empty level.• Avoid driving your vehicle atexcessively high engine speed inor around the red zone of thetachometer (if equipped).
WA R N I N G
Be careful in areas where you parkand drive; the catalytic converter and other exhaust components can get very hot. As with any vehicle, do not park or operate this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such asdry grass or leaves can come in con- tact with a hot exhaust system.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTFuel Filler Cap ..................................................................... 5-1
Engine Hood ........................................................................ 5-2
Sun Visor ............................................................................. 5-3
Interior Light ........................................................................ 5-4
Accessory Socket ........ ....................................................... 5-5
AUX/USB Socket (if equipped) ........................................... 5-5
Assist Grips (if equipped) .................................................. 5-5
Glove Box ............................................................................ 5-6
Cup Holder and Storage Area ............................................ 5-6
Floor Mats (if equipped) ..................................................... 5-7
Luggage Compartment Hooks ........................................... 5-8
Luggage Compartment Cover (if equipped) ..................... 5-8
Frame Hooks ....................................................................... 5-9
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System ................. 5-10
Radio Antenna ..................................................................... 5-13
Audio System (if equipped) ................................................ 5-14
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Manual Heating and Air
Conditioning System (if
equipped)
Air outlet
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1. Windshield defroster outlet 2. Side defroster outlet 3. Side outlet 4. Center outlet5. Front floor outlet
Side outlet
76MH0A118
When “Open”, air comes out regardless of the air flow selector position.
Center outlet
76MH0A081
Move the knob (1) vertically or horizontally to adjust the direction of airflow as desired.
Description of Controls
76MH0A082
Temperature selector (1)
This is used to select the temperature by turning the selector.
Blower speed selector (2) This is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed by turning the selec-tor.
Air flow selector (3)
61MM0A019
This is used to select one of the functions described below.
Ventilation (a)
76MH0A083
Temperature-controlled air comes out of the center and side air outlets.
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Air conditioning switch (5) To turn on the air conditioning system, set the blower speed selector to a positionother than “OFF” and push in the “A/C” switch. With this “A/C” switch operation, a indicator light will come on when the airconditioning system is on. To turn off the air conditioning system, push the “A/C” switch again.
During operation of the air conditioner, you may notice slight changes in enginespeed. These changes are normal, the system is designed so that the compressor turns on or off to maintain the desired tem-perature.
Less operation of the compressor results in better fuel economy.
System Operating Instructions
Natural ventilationSelect “VENTILATION” and “FRESH AIR”, the temperature selector to the desired temperature position, and the blowerspeed selector to “OFF”. Fresh air will flow through the vehicle during driving.
Forced ventilation The control settings are the same as for natural ventilation except you set theblower speed selector to a position other than “OFF”.
Normal heating (using outside air) Select “HEAT” and “FRESH AIR”, the tem- perature selector to the desired tempera-ture position and the blower speed selector
to the desired blower speed position. Set- ting the blower speed selector to a higher blower speed position increases heatingefficiency.
Quick heating (using recirculated air) The control settings are the same as for normal heating except you select “RECIR- CULATED AIR”. If you use this heatingmethod for an extended period of time, the air in the vehicle can become contami- nated and the windows can become misty.Therefore, use this method only for quick heating and change to the normal heating method as soon as possible.
Head cooled/Feet warmed heating Select “BI-LEVEL” and “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature selector to the desired tem- perature position, and the blower speed selector to the desired blower speed posi-tion. Unless the temperature selector is in the fully COLD position or fully HOT posi- tion, the air that comes out of the centerand side outlets will be cooler than the air that comes out of the floor outlets.
Normal cooling Set the air flow selector to “VENTILA- TION”, the temperatur e selector to the desired temperature position and the blower speed selector to the desired blower speed position, and turn on the “A/C” switch. Setting the blower speed selec- tor to a higher blower speed position increases cooling efficiency.
You can switch the air intake selector to either “FRESH AIR” or “RECIRCULATED AIR” as you desire. Choosing “RECIRCU-LATED AIR” increases cooling efficiency.
Quick cooling (using recirculated air) The control settings are the same as for normal cooling except you select “RECIR- CULATED AIR” and the highest blowerspeed.
NOTE: • To turn on the air conditioning system, push in the “A/C” switch and set the blower speed selector to a position otherthan “OFF”. With this “A/C” switch opera- tion, an indicator light will come on when the air conditioning system is on. To turnoff the air conditioning system, push the “A/C” switch again. • During operation of the air conditioner,you may notice slight changes in engine speed. These changes are normal, the system is designed so that the compres-sor turns on or of f to maintain the desired temperature. Less operation of the compressor result s in better fuel economy.
NOTE: • If you select “RECIRCULATED AIR” for an extended period of time, the air in the vehicle can become contaminated.Therefore, you should occasionally select “FRESH AIR”. • If your vehicle has been left in the sunwith the windows closed, it will cool
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faster if you open the windows briefly while you operate the air conditioner with the air intake selector at “FRESH AIR”and the blower at high speed.
DehumidifyingSet the air flow selector to a desired air flow selector position, the temperature selector to the desired temperature position and theblower speed selector to the desired blower speed position. Also select “FRESH AIR” and turn on the “A/C” switch.
NOTE:Because the air conditioner dehumidifiesthe air, turning it on will help keep the win- dows clear, even when blowing heated air using the “DEFROST” or “HEAT &DEFROST” functions.
76MH0A090
NOTE:If you need maximum defrosting:• set the air flow selector to “DEFROST”,
• set the blower speed selector to HIGH, • adjust the temperature selector to the HOT end, • turn on the “A/C” switch, and• adjust the side outlets so the air blows on the side windows.
MaintenanceIf you do not use the air conditioner for a long period, such as during winter, it may not give the best performance when youstart using it again. To help maintain opti- mum performance and durability of your air conditioner, it needs to be run periodically.Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling. This circulates the refrigerant and oiland helps protect the internal components.
NOTE: Your vehicle uses the air conditioning refrigerant HFC-134a, commonly called “R-134a”. R-134a replaced R-12 around1993 for automotive applications. Other refrigerants are available, including recy- cled R-12, but only R-134a should be usedin your vehicle.
Radio Antenna
68KN028
The radio antenna on the roof is remov-able. To remove the antenna, turn it coun-terclockwise. To reinstall the antenna, turn it clockwise firmly by hand.
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NOTICE
Using the wrong refrigerant may damage your air conditioning sys- tem. Use R-134a only. Do not mix or replace the R-134a with other refrig-erants.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to the radio antenna: • Remove the antenna when using anautomatic car wash. • Remove the antenna when the antenna hits anything such as alow ceiling in a parking garage or putting a car cover over your vehi- cle.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEMaintenance Schedule ....................................................... 7-2
Periodic Maintenance Schedule . ....................................... 7-2
Drive Belt ............................................................................. 7-6
Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................... 7-6
Engine Coolant .................................................................... 7-10
Air Cleaner ........................................................................... 7-12
Spark Plugs ......................................................................... 7-12
Gear Oil ................................................................................ 7-14
Clutch Pedal ........................................................................ 7-14
Fuel Filter (Diesel engine) .................................................. 7-15
Brakes .......... ........................................................................ 7-15
Steering ................................................................................ 7-17
Tires ...................................................................................... 7-18
Battery .................................................................................. 7-19
Fuses .................................................................................... 7-20
Bulb Replacement ............................................................... 7-23
Wiper Blades ....................................................................... 7-28
Windshield Washer Fluid ................................................... 7-31
Air Conditioning System .................................................... 7-31
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Interval: This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.
FREE INSPECTIONPERIODIC MAINTENANCE AT COST
km (x1000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Engine
1-1.Water pump drive (Tension, Wear)Pe tro l-----I---R
1-2Engine Coolant (Level, Leakage) l l lRlRlRlR
1-3Engine oil and engine oil filter --RRRRRRRR
1-4 Cooling system hoses and connections (Leakage and Damage) l l l l llllll
1-5Engine bolts (All cylinder head and manifold fixings)--T-T_T -T-
1-6 Engine Mounting (loose, damage) - - T - T - T - T -
1-7Valve ClearancePe tro l----I--I--
1-8Exhaust System (Noise, Leakage or otherwise defective)
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1-10 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Diesel - - - - C - - C - -
Ignition
2-1.Ignition wiring (Damage, Deterioration)---l-l-l-l
2-2.Spark Plug (Clean and adjust the gap)-----R---R
Fuel
3-1.Air cleaner filter elementPaved-road Clean after every 5,000 KM. Replace after every 40,000 KM.
Dusty Condition C l e a n a f t e r e v e r y 2 , 5 0 0 K M o r a s r e q u i r e d . R e p l a c e a f t e r e v e r y 4 0 , 0 0 0 K M . More frequent replacement if dust condition is severe.
3-2.Fuel tank cap, fuel lines and connections (Leakage and Damage)-l ---l---l
3-3.Fuel Filter (Leakage)Pe tro lIIIIIIIIIR
3-4.Fuel Filter and Water DrainingDieselIIIRIRIRIR
Clutch and Transmission
4-1.Clutch Pedal (Play)IIIIIIIIII
4-2.Clutch fluid (level, leakage)DiesellllRlRlRlR
4-3.Clutch slipping (Dragging or Excess Damage)llllllllll
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Interval: This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.
FREE INSPECTIONPERIODIC MAINTENANCE AT COST
km (x1000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
ELECTRICAL
10-1. Battery electrolyte (Level, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I
10-2. Wiring harness connection (Loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I
10-3. Lightening system (Operat ion, stains, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
10-4. Horn (Operation) I I I I I I I I I I
10-5.System Voltage II I I I I I I I I
BODY
11-1. All chassis bolts and nuts (Tighten) – I T T T T T T T T
11-2. All latches, hinges and locks (Function)) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L
ROAD TEST
12-1. Operation of Brakes, gear shifting and speedometer I I I I I I I I I I
12-2.Body and chassis noise I I I I I I I I I I
AIR CONDITIONER (If equipped)
13-1. Check belt tension I I I I I I I I I I
13-2. Tighten compressor mounting bolt – T T T T T T T T T
13-3. All hose joint (Check, tighten) I I I I II I I I I
13-4. Check functioning of Recirc flap I I I I I I I I I I
13-5. Clean condenser with low pressure water – C C CCC C C C C
13-6. Check belt for frayed edges – I I I I I I I I I
13-7.Check all mounting bolts – I I I I I I I I I
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