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CAUTION!
Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the
Overhead Dome Lamp is in the center position or
that the lights are off to avoid draining the battery.
Interior Light Timing (Center Position)
There are four different modes of operation that can be
activated in this position:
•When one door is opened, a three minute timer is
activated.
• When the key is removed from the ignition (within
two minutes of the ignition being turned OFF), a 10
second timer is activated.
• When the doors are unlocked with the key fob, a 10
second timer is activated.
• When the doors are locked with the key fob, the
lights will turn off.
Interior Light (Off Position Shown)
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IconDescription
Demist/Defrost Button
Push and release the Demist/Defrost button to turn on the outside mirror defroster. An
indicator will illuminate when the outside mirror defroster is on. The outside mirror de-
froster automatically turns off after 20 minutes.
Temperature Control Knob
Temperature control is used to regulate the temperature of the air forced through the cli-
mate system. The temperature can be selected using the temperature control knob on the
faceplate. The temperature increases as you turn the temperature control knob clockwise.
The temperature decreases as you turn the temperature control knob counterclockwise.
Blower Control Knob
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. The
speeds can be selected by rotating the blower control knob on the faceplate clockwise, or
counterclockwise. The larger the number of the setting, the faster the blower speed.
Mode Control Knob
Mode control is used to regulate the mode airflow is distributed into the cabin. The airflow
distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor
outlets, defrost outlets and demist outlets.
Panel Mode
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individu-
ally adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard out-
lets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction.
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Ventilation
To ventilate the passenger compartment properly, pro-
ceed as follows:
1. Fully open the vents and direct them appropriately.
2. Rotate the Temperature Control to the blue section.
3. Move the Recirculation Control to
.
4. Turn the Blower Control to the desired speed.
5. Turn the Mode Control to
.
Internal Air Recirculation Activation
• Move the Recirculation Control to.
It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation on
while standing in queues or in tunnels to prevent the
introduction of polluted air.
Do not use the function for a long time, particularly if
there are two people on board, to prevent the windows
from misting.
NOTE: The internal air recirculation system makes it
possible to reach the required heating or ventilation
conditions more quickly. Do not use the internal air recirculation function on rainy/cold days to avoid the
possibility of the windows misting.
Climate Control
Proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the Temperature Control to the blue section.
2. Turn the Blower Control to 1 (1st fan speed). For
rapid cooling, turn Blower Control to 4 (maximum
fan speed).
3. Move the Recirculation Control to
.
4. Turn the Mode Control to.
5. Push the A/C button.
Cooling Adjustment
Proceed as follows:
1. Move the Recirculation Control to
.
2. Rotate the Temperature Control towards the red section to increase the temperature.
3. Turn the Blower Control counterclockwise to reduce the fan speed.
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4. Make sure that the reset is correct by checking thatthe windows work automatically.
WARNING!
Improper actuation of the power windows may be
dangerous. Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle, and do not let children play with power
windows. Before and during window operation
make sure no one and no object (including cloth-
ing) is in the path of the moving glass or its
mechanism. Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
Occupants, particularly unattended children, can
become entrapped by the windows while operating
the power window switches. Such entrapment may
result in serious injury or death.
REMOVABLE SOFT TOP
Your vehicle is equipped with a removable soft top.
Removing The Soft Top
To remove the soft top, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the front locking handles located near the sunvisors to the left one quarter turn.
Front Locking Handles
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2. From the passenger side with the door open, movethe two side locking handles towards each other and
lift the top from the retainers. 3. Roll up the soft top to the center of the vehicle, repeat
the procedure on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
4. Remove the soft top with both sides rolled up.
Side Locking Handles
Soft Top Removal
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5. Place the pin buffer over the front locking handlepins to prevent damage to the soft top during
storage.
6. Store the top in the storage bag that is provided.Installing The Soft Top
To install the soft top, proceed as follows:
1. With the doors open, take the soft top and place it in center of the vehicle.
2. Unfold the top and be sure to position the front edge (red strip) under the spoiler of the vehicle.
Soft Top Removal
1 — Pins
2 — Pin Buffer
Installing Top Under The Vehicle Spoiler
1 — Spoiler
2 — Red Strip
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3. As the side beam is unrolled, engage the two fixedlocating pins (1 front, 1 rear) into their retainers. 4. Move the side locking handles inward.
Locating Pins Seating In The Vehicle
Unlocking The Side Beam
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5. Rotate down the side beam.6. Release the handles and complete the rotation to lock
the soft top.
Rotating The Side Beam Down
Soft Top In Locking Position
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