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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
center console.Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flasher.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flasher will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission
in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
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WARNING!
•Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
NOTE: Be sure that the disconnected ends of the cables
do not touch while still connected to the other vehicle.
1. Firmly apply the parking brake, and turn the ignition OFF.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories.
3. To remove the protective cover off the battery, pull upward on the cover.
Battery Location
6
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Headlights...............................93
Cleaning ............................ .303
Passing ...............................94
Head Restraints ...........................88
Heated Mirrors ............................78
Heater ............................. .166, 168
Holder, Cup .............................111
Ignition .................................11
Key..................................11
Ignition Key Removal .......................11
Illuminated Entry ..........................17
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................13
Infant Restraint ........................ .56, 59
Inside Rearview Mirror ......................76
Instrument Cluster .....................130, 141
Instrument Cluster ..................... .120
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............119
Instrument Panel Cover .....................303 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning
...............304
Interior Appearance Care ....................302
Interior Lights ............................96
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............97
Introduction ..............................4
Jump Starting ........................... .254
Key Fob Lock The Doors .........................19
Unlock The Doors .......................19
Key-In Reminder ..........................13
Key, Replacement ..........................14
Keys ...................................11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................13
Lane Change Assist ........................94
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................34
Latches .................................71
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