∙ Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).
These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a patch
of ice is seen ahead, brake before
reaching it. Try not to brake while on
the ice, and avoid any sudden steering
maneuvers.
∙ Do not use the cruise control (if so
equipped) on slippery roads.
∙ Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
gases under your vehicle. Keep snow
clear of the exhaust pipe and from
around your vehicle.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so
equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist
with cold temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used
when the outside temperature is 20°F (-7°C)
or lower.
WARNING
∙ Do not use your engine block heater
with an ungrounded electrical system
or a 2-pronged adapter. You can be
seriously injured by an electrical
shock if you use an ungrounded
connection.
∙ Disconnect and properly store the en-
gine block heater cord before starting
the engine. Damage to the cord could
result in an electrical shock and can
cause serious injury.
∙ Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged
extension cord rated for at least 10 A.
Plug the extension cord into a Ground
Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected,
grounded 110-VAC outlet. Failure to
use the proper extension cord or a
grounded outlet can result in a fire or
electrical shock and cause serious
personal injury.To use the engine block heater:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine
block heater cord.
3. Plug the engine block heater cord into
a grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged exten-
sion cord.
4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground
Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected,
grounded 110-volt AC (VAC) outlet.
5. The engine block heater must be
plugged in for at least 2 to 4 hours,
depending on outside temperatures,
to properly warm the engine coolant.
Use an appropriate timer to turn the
engine block heater on.
6. Before starting the engine, unplug and
properly store the cord to keep it away
from moving parts.
Starting and driving5-31
CD player
(See audio system).......4-29,4-35,4-40
Childrestraints........1-18, 1-19, 1-20, 1-23
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren)System..............1-23
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-20, 1-27, 1-33, 1-38
Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-25
Child safety rear door lock..........3-5
Chimes, audible reminders.........2-20
Cleaningexteriorandinterior......7-2,7-4
Clock set/adjustment . .4-28, 4-33, 4-34, 4-37
Clock setting (models without Navigation
System)..................4-28,4-39
Clutch
Clutchfluid.................8-10
Coldweatherdriving.............5-29
Compact disc (CD) player . . .4-29, 4-35, 4-40
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT).....................5-8,5-11
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid...................8-9
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)..........5-8,5-11
Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel)....4-48
Heater and air conditioner controls . . .4-9
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine coolant.........8-5
Checking engine coolant level......8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-8
Corrosionprotection..............7-7
Cruisecontrol..................5-19Cupholders...................2-29
Curtain side-impact and rollover air
bag........................1-57
D
Defroster switch
Rearwindowdefrosterswitch.....2-22
Dimensions and weights...........10-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-23
Door locks..................3-3,3-4
Door open warning light...........2-14
Drivebelt ....................8-14
Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-29
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)..........5-8,5-11
Driving with manual
transmission..............5-9,5-16
Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2
Drivingthevehicle...............5-11
E
Economy - fuel.................5-22
Emission control information label. . . .10-11
Emission control system warranty . . . .10-19
Engine
Before starting the engine........5-10
Blockheater ................5-31
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine coolant.........8-5Changing engine oil............8-7
Changing engine oil filter.........8-8
Checking engine coolant level......8-5
Checking engine oil level.........8-6
Engine compartment check
locations...................8-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-8
Engine cooling system..........8-4
Engine oil...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-6
Engine oil pressure warning light....2-14
Engine oil viscosity.............10-7
Engine serial number...........10-11
Engine specifications...........10-8
Starting the engine............5-10
Engine coolant temperature gauge....2-8
EventDatarecorders ............10-21
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).......5-2
Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items .......................9-5
Extended storage switch..........8-20
F
Flashers
(Seehazardwarningflasherswitch)....6-2
Flattire....................6-2,6-3
Floormatpositioningaid...........7-6
Fluid
Brakefluid..................8-9
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Clutchfluid.................8-10
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