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Automatic climate control system ...................3-123
Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................3-124
Manual air heating and cooling ................................3-126
System operation ..........................................................3-135
Climate control air filter ..............................................3-136
Checking the amount of air conditioner
refrigerant and compressor lubricant .....................3-137
Windshield defrosting and defogging ............3-138
Defogging logic..............................................................3-139
Storage compartments ......................................3-141
Center console storage ..............................................3-141
Glove box ........................................................................\
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Sunglass holder ............................................................3-142
Rear console storage ...................................................3-142
Cool and warm box.......................................................3-143
Interior features.................................................3-145
Ashtray ........................................................................\
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Cup holder.......................................................................3\
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Sunvisor ........................................................................\
...3-147
Rear vanity mirror ........................................................3-147
Power outlet ...................................................................3-148\
Clock ........................................................................\
.........3-149
Clothes hanger ..............................................................3-150
Bag hanger .....................................................................3-1\
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Floor mat anchor(s)......................................................3-150
Luggage net (holder) ...................................................3-151
Rear curtain....................................................................3-15\
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AUX, USB and iPod
®port ...........................................3-153
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Do not attempt to modify this system
or add other devices. Other electric
problems may result, making your
vehicle inoperable.
Information
ALWAYS take the Smart Key with
you, when leaving the vehicle.
This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and
2. This device must accept any inter- ference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired
operation.
Information
Changes or modifications not express-
ly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the device.
Restrictions in Handling Keys
When leaving keys with parking and
valet-parking attendants, make sure
that your trunk and glove box can be
opened only with the mechanical key,
by following the below procedures.
To lock:
1. Pull the mechanical key out of theSmart Key.
2. Unlock the glove box with the mechanical key, and then open it.
3. Set the Trunk Lid Control button to the OFF position (not pressed).
4. Close and lock the glove box with the mechanical key.
5. Leave the Smart Key with the attendant and keep the mechani-
cal key with you.
The Smart Key can be used only for
the engine starting and the door
locking/unlocking.
Information
Once the trunk lid control button sets
OFF, the automatic opening function
of Smart Trunk system (if equipped)
will be also deactivated.
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To release:
1. Open the glove box with themechanical key.
2. Set the Trunk Lid Control button to the ON position (depressed).
In this position, the trunk lid will open
with the Trunk Lid button of the Smart
Key.
Battery Replacement
When the Smart Key does not prop-
erly operate, replace the battery with
a new one.
Battery Replacement of the Conventional-type Smart Key
Battery Type: CR2032
To Replace the Battery:
1. Open the rear cover of the Smart
Key.
2. Remove the old battery and insert a new one. Make sure the battery
is in the correct position.
3. Close the rear cover of the Smart Key.
Battery Replacement of theCard-type Smart Key
Battery Type: CR2412
To Replace the Battery:
1. Open the sliding battery cover.
2. Remove the old battery and insert
a new one. Make sure the battery
is in the correct position.
3. Close the sliding battery cover.
Information
• When your Smart Key is suspected to be damaged, or when your Smart
Key does not properly operate, con-
tact an authorized EQUUS dealer.
• An inappropriate disposal of the battery can be harm-
ful to the environment and
human health.
Dispose of the battery in
accordance with your local
law(s) and regulation(s).
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Glove box lamp
The glove box lamp is turned ON
when the glove box is opened.
To prevent unnecessary charging
system drain, close the glove box
securely after using the glove box.
Vanity mirror lamp
Opening the lid of the vanity mirror
automatically turns the mirror light
ON.
To prevent unnecessary charging
system drain, close the vanity mir-
ror cover after using the mirror.
NOTICE
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Air conditioning system operation
tips
When the vehicle is parked underthe direct sunlight in hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to expel the hot air inside from the
vehicle.
To reduce the dew condensation on the inside of the windows on
rainy or humid days, lower the
humidity inside the vehicle by
operating the A/C system.
During the A/C operation, you may occasionally notice a slight
change in the engine speed, as
the A/C compressor cycles. This is
a normal condition.
Test the A/C system every month only for a few minutes to maximize
the system performance.
After the inside temperature becomes sufficiently cool, change
the air intake control from the air
recirculation mode to the (fresh)
air intake mode.
When operating the A/C system, you may notice clear water drip-
ping (or even puddling) from the
passenger side of the vehicle. This
does not indicate a system failure.
The air recirculation mode of the A/C provides the maximum cool-
ing. However, a prolonged period
of the A/C operation in this mode
may make the air stale inside the
vehicle.
While operating the A/C system, you may occasionally notice the
dew condensation because of the
rapid cooling process and humid
air intake. This does not mean
there is not a system failure.
Climate control air filter
The climate control air filter is
installed behind the glove box to filter
out dust or other pollutants that come
into the vehicle from the outside
through the heating and air condi-
tioning systems.
If dust or other pollutants accumulate
in the filter over a period of time, the
air intake volume may decrease,
resulting in the dew condensation
inside the windshield even when set-
ting in the (fresh) air intake mode. In
this case, have the climate control air
filter replaced by an authorized
EQUUS dealer.
Information
• Replace the filter every 15,000 miles(24,000 km) or once a year. If the car
has been driven in severe conditions
such as dusty or rough roads, more
frequent air conditioner filter
inspections and changes are
required.
• When the air flow rate suddenly decreases, have the system checked
by an authorized EQUUS dealer.
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These compartments are to store
small items required by the driver or
passengers.
To avoid possible theft, do notleave valuables in the storage
compartments.
Always keep the storage com- partment covers closed while
driving. Do not attempt to place
so many items in the storage
compartment. Otherwise, the
storage compartment cover can-
not be securely closed.
Center console storage
To open the center console storage,
push the button (1) or (2).
Glove box
The glove box can be locked and
unlocked with the mechanical key in
the smart key (1).
To open the glove box, pull the lever
(2) and the glove box will automati-
cally open. Close the glove box after
using it.
Do not keep food in the glove box
for a long period of time.
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Do not place cigarette lighters,
propane cylinders, or other
flammable/explosive materials
in the vehicle. These items may
catch fire and/or explode if the
vehicle is exposed to hot tem-
peratures for an extended peri-
od of time.
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To reduce the risk of injury in an
accident or sudden stop, always
keep the glove box door closed
while driving.
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Maintenance07
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should
be replaced every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km). When the vehicle drives
in severely air-polluted cities or on
dusty rough roads for a long period
of time, more frequent filter inspec-
tion and replacement should be
done. When replacing the climate
control air filter, follow the proce-
dures, and be careful not to damage
other components.
Filter replacement
1. Open the glove box, and removethe stoppers on both sides of the
glove box to partially loosen it from
the hinges.
2. Remove the cylinder in the left side of the glove box. 3. Remove the climate control air fil-
ter case by pulling out the both
sides.
4. Replace the climate control air fil- ter.
5. Reassemble the parts in the reverse order.
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Install a new climate control air filter
in the correct direction with the arrow
symbol ( ↓ ↓) facing downwards.
Otherwise, the climate control effects
may decrease, possibly with a noise.
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Maintenance
Interior light bulb replacement
1. Use a flat-blade screwdriver togently take out the lens from the
interior light housing.
2. Pull the bulb straight out. 3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens tabs with the interior
light housing notches, and secure
the lens into place.
5. When the map lamp and room lamp do not operate, have the
vehicle checked by an authorized
EQUUS dealer.
Be careful not to smear or damage
lens, lens tab, and plastic hous-
ings.
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When the luggage lamp does not oper-
ate, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
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■Glove box lamp
Before working on the interior
lights, surely press OFF the
lights to avoid burning your fin-
gers or an electric shock.
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