TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 1 1 INTRODUCTION 2 LOCKING AND UNLOCKING . 3 SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS . 4 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 5 STARTING AND DRIVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 5 6 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m Warnings, Cautions And Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 m How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
INTRODUCTION WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. Notes are provided as helpful information.
INTRODUCTION Overview - Instruments and controls 1. Instrument cluster → p. 106 2. Ignition switch → p. 149 3. Supplemental restraint system-air bag (For driver’s seat) → p. 89 Horn switch → p. 132 4. Hazard warning flasher switch → p. 124 5. Windshield wiper and washer switch → p. 126 6. Vents → p. 235 7. Supplemental restraint system-air bag (For front passenger’s seat) → p. 89 8. Audio → p219 9. Rear window defroster switch → p. 125 10. Air conditioning → p. 236 11. Fog light switch → p. 123 12.
INTRODUCTION Interior 1. Seat belt → p. 68 Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (for front seats) → p. 73 7 Remote trunk lid release → p. 36 Power window switch → p. 43 Window lock switch → p. 45 Electric remote-controlled outside mirror switch → p. 188 6. Power door lock switch → p. 34 7. Sun visor → p. 209 8. Sunroof switch (for vehicles with sunroof) → p. 46 Dome light (for vehicles without sunroof) → p. 129 9. Inside day/night rearview mirror → p.
INTRODUCTION Outside 1. Engine compartment → p. 257 Engine hood → p. 41 Windshield wiper and washer → p. 126 Sunroof (if so equipped) → p. 46 Outside rear-view mirrors → p. 188 Whip antenna → p. 219 Headlights → p. 120, 292, 293 Front turn signal lights and parking lights → p. 120, 295 8. Fog lights → p. 123 9. Front side marker lights → p. 296 10. Tire inflation pressure → p. 336 Changing tires → p. 268 Tire rotation → p. 344 Tire chains → p. 345 Wheel covers (if so equipped) → p. 266 11.
INTRODUCTION 1. Inside emergency trunk release handle → p. 37 Trunk Area 2. Trunk light → p. 301 3. Jack → p. 265 4. Spare tire → p. 265 5. Tools → p.
INTRODUCTION QUICK INDEX If this warning light comes on… NOTE: These warning lights will illuminate for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition key is first turned on. Warning light Anti-lock braking system Brake warning light Oil pressure warning light Do this ·Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Test the system as described on page 113. ·If the light does not go out after the test, or if it illuminates again, have your vehicle inspected at an authorized dealer.
INTRODUCTION 11 If this warning light comes on… 1 Warning light Charging system warning light “N” indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes rapidly (twice per second) Do this Ref. page ·Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on when the ignition key is turned back on, call an authorized dealer for assistance. P. 114 ·Park the vehicle in a safe place.
INTRODUCTION If this warning light comes on… Warning light Do this Ref. page ·Have the vehicle inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. P. 161 ·Your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, have the engine system checked at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the vehicle is not drivable, contact Emergency Roadside Service (ERS), authorized dealer, or local towing company for assistance. P. 115 ·Have the air bag system checked at an authorized dealer. P.
INTRODUCTION 13 If you hear the sound… 1 N50B001D Sound If you hear a chime constantly when the driver’s door is opened. Do this “Key reminder chime” A chime will sound if the driver’s door is opened while the ignition key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position. Remove the key to stop the chime. OR “Headlight reminder chime” A chime will sound if the driver’s door is opened when the ignition key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the ignition switch with the lights on.
INTRODUCTION If you hear the sound… Sound If you hear a metallic sound (squeal) when you depress the brake pedal while driving. If you hear a chime from the engine compartment continuously while the engine is on. Do this Ref. page “Brake pad wear alarm” P. 172 The brake pads have worn down near the serviceable limit. Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized dealer. “Brake system (hydraulic brake booster) warning chime P.
INTRODUCTION 15 If you hear the sound… 1 Sound Warning light If you hear a chime while the engine is on, see the warning light in the instrument cluster. Do this “Seat belt reminder/warning chime” If the driver’s seat belt remains unfastened 1 minute later, the chime will sound intermittently (12 times) when the vehicle is driven. If the driver’s seat belt subsequently remains unfastened while the vehicle is being driven, the chime will sound as a warning each time the vehicle stops and starts.
INTRODUCTION If this problem occurs… Problem Cannot turn the key Do this (1)“LOCK” to “ACC” Turn the key while slightly turning the steering wheel right and left. (2)”ACC” to “LOCK” Vehicle with automatic transaxle Check the position of gear selector lever. The key cannot be removed unless the gear selector lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position. Ref. Page P. 149 Vehicle with manual transaxle Place the key at the ‘‘ACC’’ position. Push the key in and turn it.
INTRODUCTION 17 If this problem occurs… 1 Problem The engine does not start. The lights do not come on or dim. The horn does not honk or weak sound. The engine coolant temperature gauge indicator enters the “H” (hot) position. Steam comes out of the engine compartment. Do this The battery may have a weak charge. Ref. page P. 278 The engine is overheated. Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place. If necessary call for roadside assistance. P.
INTRODUCTION If this problem occurs… Problem The vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or snow. The brakes are not functioning properly after crossing a puddle or stream. Do this 1. Carefully rock the vehicle by shifting the transmission from low to reverse. WARNING 1.When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch forward or backward, and injure bystanders. 2.
INTRODUCTION 19 If this problem occurs… 1 Problem The automatic transaxle does not shift when accelerating and/or the vehicle does not easily begin to move. A tire is punctured. Do this Ref. page There may be a problem in the automatic transaxle. P. 158, 166 Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer. 1.Vehicles with automatic transaxle Shift the lever into “2” (SECOND) position when starting the vehicle. If the vehicle is on a level road, shift the lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position. 2.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 2 CONTENTS m Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 m Power door locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 m Sentry Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 ▫ Locking and unlocking with the door lock switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 m Door locks (Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 ▫ To lock the door without using the key . . . . . . .
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING ▫ Passenger switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 ▫ Sunshade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 m Sunroof (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 m Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ To tilt up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 ▫ Armed stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 ▫ To tilt down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 23 NOTE: The key number (A) is stamped on the plate as shown in the illustration. Make a record of the key number and store the key and key number plate in a separate place so that you can order a key from your authorized dealer if the original keys are lost. KEYS F11A0920 Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare key. SENTRY KEY The sentry key is designed to significantly reduce the possibility of vehicle theft.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING In case like these, the theft-alarm indicator (located in the instrument cluster) will blink after 10 seconds. The theft-alarm indicator will flash for approximately 30 seconds and then go off. Remove the above object from the key and turn the key back to the 9ACC9 or 9LOCK9 position. Then try again to start the engine. If the engine does not start, consult an authorized dealer. 2.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING CAUTION! Do not make any alterations or additions to the sentry key system. Any alterations or additions could cause failure of the sentry key. Replacement keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. If you lose the key, you can order a key from your authorized dealer by referring to the key number. You will also need to register the key ID code.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING If an error occurs, the indicator will flash 3 times. DOOR LOCKS (MANUAL) 5. Repeat step 4 if you want to register additional keys. Be sure to complete the entire registration process within 30 seconds after the theft-alarm indicator flashes in step 3. To lock the door without using the key General Information Your sentry key operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING Key reminder chime After the ignition switch is off, if the driver’s door is opened while the ignition key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key. 27 To lock the door with the key (Driver’s side only) 2 Forgotten-key prevention mechanism If the inside lock knobs on the doors are set to the locked position and the driver’s door or passenger’s door is closed while the key is still in the ignition switch, the lock will automatically be released.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING To lock the door from the inside CAUTION! • Make sure the doors are closed; driving with doors not completely closed is very dangerous. • Never leave a child in the vehicle unattended. F12A1720 Move the inside lock knob to the locked position (so that the red mark cannot be seen) to lock the door. All doors should be kept locked while driving. The locked front driver’s side door can be opened by pulling its inside door handle without unlocking the inside lock knob.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 29 To unlock the doors Pressing the UNLOCK button once will unlock the driver’s door only. Press the UNLOCK button one more time, and all doors will be unlocked. When the driver’s door only, or all doors are unlocked with the reading light in the “OFF” position, the reading light will illuminate for 30 seconds. All turn signal lights will also blink once.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING Horn deactivation/reactivation The confirmation function can be set in the following three ways. Each time the confirmation function is set, a buzzer will sound to tell you the condition of the confirmation function. One buzzer: The horn will sound if the doors are locked with the keyless entry system. The horn will sound regardless of whether the doors are locked or unlocked. Two buzzers: The horn will not sound, even if the doors are locked with the keyless entry system.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 31 NOTE 1. The keyless entry system will not operate if the key is in the ignition switch. 2. The keyless transmitter will operate within about 12 m (39 ft) from the vehicle. However, the operating range may change if the vehicle is located near a TV transmitting tower, power station, or radio broadcasting station. PANIC button 3. If the UNLOCK button is pressed when all doors are closed and no door is opened within approximately 30 seconds, re-locking will automatically occur. 1.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 7. If you wish to add another transmitter, contact an authorized dealer. A maximum of 4 keyless transmitters may be programmed for your vehicle. CAUTION! The keyless transmitter is a precision electronic device. Therefore; • Avoid impact to the transmitter. • Keep the transmitter dry. • Do not disassemble the transmitter. CAUTION! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 33 NOTE 1. You may purchase a battery at any local store that sells batteries. +side 2. Your authorized dealer can replace the battery for you if necessary. 2 CAUTION! -side When the transmitter is opened, be careful to keep water, dust, etc. out. In addition, do not touch the internal components. F12D0280 2. Remove the discharged battery from the panic button side of the case half. 3. Install a new battery with its positive + side (2) down. Coin type battery CR2032 used 4.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING POWER DOOR LOCKS Locking and unlocking with the door lock switch Driver side switch Lock Unlock Passenger side switch Lock Unlock Rolling lock feature If the vehicle’s speed goes over 15 mph (25 km/h), all the doors will lock automatically. NOTE: The Rolling lock function can be turned ON or OFF by the following procedures: 1. Insert the key in the ignition. Leave key in “OFF” position. 2. Close both the driver’s and passenger’s doors.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING Locking and unlocking with key or inside lock knob 35 Locking by means of the inside lock knob Place the inside lock knob of the driver’s door in the locked position, and both doors will be locked. TRUNK LID Lock Unlock Lock WARNING! • It is dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open since carbon monoxide (CO) gas can enter the cabin. CO is an invisible, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and even death.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING CAUTION! Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe when loading and unloading luggage. Heat from the exhaust could lead to burns. To open the trunk lid Press the TRUNK button twice within five seconds. (Refer to ‘‘Keyless entry system’’ on page 29.) The trunk lid will unlock and rise slightly. Lift it to open. To close the trunk lid Lower the trunk lid and push down with both hands until it is locked.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 37 The handle glows in the dark after exposure to sunlight. You and your family should familiarize yourselves with the location and operation of the emergency trunk release handle. Children should be taught not to play in or around vehicles. Inside emergency trunk release WARNING! • Children should never be left unsupervised in or around vehicles. • Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an open vehicle or trunk.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING CAUTION! • When loading objects in the trunk, position them so that they will not contact the emergency trunk release handle when closing the trunk. This will prevent damage to the handle that could render it inoperable. • Always keep the handle in its holder when operating the vehicle to prevent trunk cargo from moving the handle that might result in the opening of the trunk lid. Handle 1. Tear off 2.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING FUEL FILLER 39 WARNING! • Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap) slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury. • The volatility of some gasolines may cause a build up of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while you drive. This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and/or vapors when you remove the cap from a hot vehicle. Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING The fuel filler is located on the right rear of the body. Hook a finger behind the fuel filler door, and pull the door toward you. Low fuel warning chime If a chime sounds when the low fuel warning light is on, that means the fuel is low. NOTE: If the low fuel warning light goes off, then comes back on again, the chime will not sound. Fuel tank capacity Close 62 L (16.4 gal) CAUTION! Remove C20A1140 Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap slowly by turning it counterclockwise.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING NOTE: If the fuel tank filler tube cap is not tight while driving, the “Malfunction indicator light (SERVICE ENGINE SOON)” may illuminate when the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system performs its self check. Always tighten the fuel tank filler tube cap until you hear clicking sounds. The indicator light will go off after driving several times. If the indicator light does not go off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WARNING! • Never release the engine hood using the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. NOTE: Only open the engine hood when the wipers are at their parked position to prevent damage to the engine hood and wipers. • Do not operate the vehicle unless the engine hood is latched. F13A1710 Support the engine hood with the hood prop by inserting the hood prop securely in the opening in the hood marked with an arrow.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 43 CAUTION! Be careful that hands or fingers are not trapped when closing the engine hood. POWER WINDOWS Open Close F13A1720 To close, unlatch the hood prop from the engine hood and place the hood prop in its retainer. Slowly lower the engine hood to about 12 inches (30 cm) from the closed position, then release it. The hood should latch from its own weight. NOTE: If this does not latch the engine hood, release it from a slightly higher position. F17A0250 NOTE 1.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING or closed for a 30-second period even after the ignition switch is turned off. However, once the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door is opened, the windows cannot be operated until the ignition switch is turned on again. Driver switch 2. Never try to operate the driver switch and passenger switch in opposing directions at the same time. Doing so will cause the window to freeze in position. 3.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 2. Passenger’s door window switch 45 Passenger switch 3. Window lock switch (When this switch is pressed into lock mode, the passenger switch cannot be used to open or close the door window, and the driver switch can open or close either window. To unlock, press the window lock switch again.) 2 WARNING! Before driving with a child in the vehicle, be sure to press the window lock switch to make the window switches inoperative.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING SUNROOF (IF SO EQUIPPED) To tilt down Press the sunroof switch (2). To stop the sunroof partway, release the sunroof switch. To open When the sunroof switch (1) is pressed, the back of the sunroof automatically goes up. When the sunroof switch (1) is pressed a second time, the sunroof automatically opens completely. To stop the sunroof partway, press the sunroof switch (2). F19A0960 The sunroof can be opened and closed with the ignition key in the “ON” position.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 2. If the battery cable is disconnected or the fuse is replaced while the sunroof is open, the sunroof will not close normally even after reconnecting the battery cable. In this case, use the following steps. Press the switch (2) repeatedly to close the sunroof completely. The sunroof will resume its normal operation after this procedure is completed. 47 Sunshade 2 F19A0770 The sunshade can be opened or closed manually while the sunroof is closed.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING CAUTION! 3. Do not try to operate the sunroof if it is frozen closed (after snowfall or during extreme cold). Do not attempt to close the sunshade when the sunroof is opened. 4. Do not sit on or place heavy luggage on the sunroof or roof opening edge. WARNING! 5. Do not apply any force that may cause damage to the sunroof. • When leaving the vehicle unattended, be sure to close the sunroof and remove the ignition key.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING Armed stage Park the vehicle and stop the engine. Arm the system as described below. 49 3. Lock the driver’s and the passenger’s door by using the key, power door lock switch, or the remote keyless transmitter. Arm the system and leave. F30A0010 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 2. Make sure the trunk lid is locked.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING NOTE 1. The system will be armed even if the trunk lid is opened, but when the system is set, be sure that the trunk lid is latched. 2. The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indicator is illuminated, the driver’s door, the passenger’s door is unlocked by using the key or keyless transmitter. 3. The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indicator is illuminated, the ignition key is turned to the “ON” or “ACC”. 4.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 51 Alarm deactivation The alarm can be deactivated in the following ways. Horn sounds! Headlights blink on and off! 1. By turning the key (in the driver’s or passenger’s door) in either direction (toward lock or unlock). 2. By using the remote keyless transmitter to lock or unlock the door or trunk lid. F30A0020 1. The headlights blink on and off for 3 minutes. After 3 minutes the headlights automatically shut off. 2. The horn will sound intermittently for 3 minutes.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 3. If the UNLOCK button is pressed when all doors are closed and no door is opened within approximately 30 seconds, re-arming will automatically occur. Disarmed stage Disarm....by key (or by keyless transmitter) NOTE: Once the system has been disarmed, it cannot be rearmed except by repeating the arming procedure. Testing the theft-alarm system Use the following procedure to test the system: 1. Lower the driver’s window. 2. Arm the system as explained in “Armed stage”.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING 6. Disarm the system by unlocking the front driver’s door, passenger’s door or the trunk lid by using the key or the remote keyless transmitter. NOTE: To make sure the alarm sounds when the trunk lid is opened, open the trunk lid by using the trunk lid release lever.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS CONTENTS m Front seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 ▫ Adjustment of the head restraints . . . . . . . . . . .67 ▫ To adjust seat forward or backward . . . . . . . . . .59 m Seat belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 ▫ To recline the seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 ▫ UNIBELT restraint system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ To adjust seat height (Driver’s side only) . . . . .
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS ▫ Tether anchors for the child restraint system . . . .85 m Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - air bag . .89 ▫ Tether strap anchor installation . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ Event Data Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 ▫ Children who have outgrown child restraint systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ SRS servicing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Your vehicle has seat belts and other features that help protect you and your passengers in an accident. Seat belts are the most important safety device. When worn properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or death in various types of crashes. For added protection during a severe frontal collision, your vehicle has a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with air bags for the driver and front seat passenger.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! WARNING! • Do not attempt to adjust the seat while driving. This can be dangerous. • In order to reduce risk of serious or fatal injury in a collision, including from a deploying front passenger air bag, all front seat passengers should move the front passenger seat as far back as possible, all children 12 years old and under should ride restrained in the rear seat, and all children in rear-facing child restraints must ride in the rear seat.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS To adjust seat forward or backward 59 WARNING! Type 1 (Manual) To ensure the seat is locked securely, attempt to move the seat forward or backward without using the adjusting lever. Type 2 (Power, driver’s side only–if so equipped) G21B0620 Pull the seat adjusting lever and slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the adjusting lever to lock the seat in position. G22B0190 1. Backward 2.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Push the switch to adjust the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the switch, and the seat will lock at that position. To recline the seatback CAUTION! Operate the power seat with care not to have the hand or foot caught by the seat. G21C0700 In order to recline the seatback, first lean your body forward slightly and pull the seatback lock lever up, and then lean backward to the desired position and release the lever.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 61 Memory reclining knob When you fold down the seatback by using the memory reclining knob, the angle of the seatback will be memorized. 3 Memory reclining knob G21C0880 Just by pushing the seatback up into position will lock it in the memorized position. G21C0870 Pull the memory reclining knob and fold the seatback down.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! CAUTION! To minimize risk of severe or fatal personal injury in the event of a collision or sudden stop, both the driver and passenger seatbacks should always remain in a nearly upright position while the vehicle is in motion. The protection provided by the seat belts will be reduced significantly the more the seatback is reclined.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 63 Type 2 (Power, driver’s side only-if so equipped) Front and/or rear parts of the seat cushion height can be adjusted. To adjust seat height (Driver’s side only) Type 1 (Manual) Front part of the seat cushion 3 G21D0830 Turn the knob to raise or lower the whole seat cushion. G22D0300 1. Raise 2. Lower Push the switch to raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion. 1. Raise 2.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Rear part of the seat cushion Whole seat cushion G22D0310 G22D0320 Push the switch to raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion. Push the center of the switch to raise or lower the whole seat cushion. 1. Raise 1. Raise 2. Lower 2.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS To adjust lumbar support (Driver’s side only, if so equipped) 65 For access to the rear seat (passenger side entry) 3 Weak Strong G01J0310 G21E0230 A lumbar support is included in the seatback of the driver’s seat. The support has a three position adjustment.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide additional cargo area. Pull the left and/or right release knobs, and fold the rear seatbacks forward. REAR SEATS Rear seat capacity WARNING! • The rear seating capacity of this vehicle is three people. • The rear seat occupants should always wear their seat belts when the vehicle is in motion.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 67 Adjustment of the head restraints Adjust the head restraint height so that the center of the restraint is as close as possible to your seated eye level. Any person too tall for the restraint to reach their seated eye level, should adjust the restraint as high as possible. • To raise the restraint, push in the lock knob and pull it straight up. • To lower the restraint, push down on it while pressing the lock knob in the direction indicated by the arrow.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS SEAT BELTS Seat belts are installed in your vehicle for the protection of the driver and passengers. Always use the seat belts. In an accident, injury to the driver and passengers may be reduced if the seat belts are properly used. NOTE: Legislation in your state may require seat belt usage; however, even if it is not required seat belts should always be used.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 69 WARNING! WARNING! • To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from a deploying passenger air bag, make sure the passenger is also properly wearing their seat belt, remains sitting well back and upright in their seat and the seat is moved as far back as possible. Refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air bag” on page 89.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS All vehicle occupant’s should sit and remain seated all the way back in their seat with their back resting straight against the upright seat back. UNIBELT instructions WARNING! G28A0210 1. Get in the vehicle and sit in a normal correct posture.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 71 3 G28A0220 2. Grasp the metal tongue and slide it up the webbing so that it becomes easy to pull across your body. After a couple of tries this will become an automatic one-handed motion. G28A0230 3. Pull the seat belt out slowly while holding the metal tongue. This system will not lock up if you stop or hesitate, so relax and continue to “buckle-up”. Push the metal tongue into the buckle until a “click” is heard.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS NOTE: If a person wearing the seat belt moves their upper body or the belt completely unwinds, the retractor may switch to its Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) child restraint installation mode and lock (see page 82), thus preventing further movement. If this happens, the person should switch the retractor back to its Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode by unlatching the buckle and letting the belt fully retract.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 73 Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (front seats) 3 G28A0260 5. The shoulder belt portion will allow regular movement under normal conditions. The belt will lock in the event of an abrupt change in vehicle motion. 6. To release the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt retracts automatically, so hold the tongue when the belt is released and while it retracts.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! To reduce risk of serious injury in a collision, adjust the anchor at a position so that the belt passes over your shoulder, but does not touch your neck. Always adjust the anchor when vehicle is not in motion. Make sure the anchor is securely latched after adjustment.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS • Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. 75 Seat belt extender The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert™) can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. 3 NOTE: Although the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert™) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s seat belt remains unfastened.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! • The extender should only be used if the existing belt is not long enough. Persons who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of a collision. • When not required, the extender must be removed and stowed because the use of the extender when not required may deactivate the seat belt locking mechanism.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 77 WARNING! • All children 12 years old and under should be seated in the rear seat, and properly restrained. Accident statistics indicate that children of all sizes and ages are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat rather than in the front seat. • Any child who is too large to use a child restraint should ride in the rear seat and wear the lap and shoulder belt properly.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Air bag cover WARNING! Your vehicle is also equipped with a front passenger air bag. REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINTS or INFANT RESTRAINTS must NOT be used in the front passenger seat as it places an infant too close to the passenger air bag. The force of an inflating air bag could kill or cause serious injuries to the child. Rear-facing child restraints or infant restraints must only be used in the rear seat.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! • It is important to use an approved rear facing infant restraint until the infant is one year old to allow the infant’s neck and spine to develop enough to support the weight of their head in the event of a collision. • When installing a child restraint system, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer and follow the directions in this manual.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Installing child restraint system to the lower anchorage (LATCH System) Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with lower anchorages for attaching a child restraint system that is compatible with the LATCH System. NOTE • The marks on the seatback show the location of the lower anchorage points.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 81 3. If your child restraint system requires the use of a top tether strap, refer to ‘‘Tether anchors for child restraint systems’’ on page 85. Installation 4. Push and pull the child restraint system in all directions to be sure it is firmly secured. NOTE: • For a child restraint system that is compatible with the LATCH System, it is not necessary to secure the child restraint system using the vehicle’s seat belt. G18D0240 1.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! • If there is any foreign material in or around the lower anchorage connectors, remove it before installing the child restraint system. Also, make sure the seat belt is away from, not looped through or otherwise interfering with the child restraint system.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Children 12 years old and under should be restrained in the rear seat only, whenever possible, although the front passenger seat belt can also be the converted to ALR mode. 83 Installation: 1. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position as shown in the illustration. 3 WARNING! • Before placing an infant or child in a child restraint system, be absolutely certain you converted the retractor from the ELR mode to the ALR mode.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS G18C0550 3. To activate the ALR mode, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor. 4. After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and not in the ALR mode. You will need to repeat steps 3 and 4. G18C0560 5.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 6. If your child restraint system requires the use of a top tether strap, refer to “Anchors for the child restraint system” on page 85. 85 Tether anchors for the child restraint system 7. Before putting the child in the restraint, push and pull the restraint in all directions to be sure it is firmly secure. Do this before each use. If the child restraint system is not firmly secure, repeat steps 1 through 6. 3 8.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Tether strap anchor installation WARNING! Child restraint tether anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by a correctly fitted child restraint system. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seats, or harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle. G28B0980 1. Lift the cover from the tether anchor installation point by pulling it back with your hand as illustrated. 2.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! • Children who are not buckled up, with all the doors locked, can be thrown out of the vehicle or otherwise be seriously or fatally injured in the event of a collision. • A child should never be left unattended or unsupervised around the vehicle. When you leave the vehicle, always take the child out as well. • Children can die from heat stroke if trapped inside vehicles, especially on hot days.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF SEAT BELTS The seat belt webbing may be cleaned with mild soap or detergent solution. Allow the belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow them to retract until completely dry. Do not attempt to bleach or re-dye belts. The color may rub off and webbing strength could be affected.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! All seat belt assemblies, including retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. We recommend that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was very minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the seat belt assemblies; that work should be done by an authorized dealer.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! WARNING! • IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT PROPERLY EVEN WITH AN AIR BAG. • IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO BE PROPERLY • Seat belts help keep the driver and front passenger properly positioned. This reduces the risk of injury in all collisions, and reduces the risk of serious or fatal injuries when the air bags inflate.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 91 3 G28G1570 G28G1760 WARNING! WARNING! • Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean your head • Infants and small children should never ride or chest close to the steering wheel or instrument panel. Do not put your feet or legs on or against the instrument panel. • Seat all infants and children 12 years of age and under in the rear seat properly restrained using an appropriate child restraint system.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS Air bag cover WARNING! • REAR- FACING CHILD RESTRAINTS or INFANT RESTRAINTS must NOT be used in the front passenger seat as it places an infant too close to the passenger air bag. The force of an inflating air bag could kill or cause serious injuries to the child. Rear-facing child restraints or infants restraints must only be used in the rear seat.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 93 WARNING! • FRONT- FACING CHILD RESTRAINTS should be used in the rear seat whenever possible. If they must be used in the front passenger seat, move the seat to the full rear position. Failure to do so could kill or cause serious injuries to the child. • Older children up to and including 12 year olds, should be seated in the rear seat with their seat belt properly worn and with an appropriate booster seat if needed.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS The air bags will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ‘‘ON’’ or ‘‘START’’ position. When an impact sensor detects a front or side impact of sufficient force, it automatically ignities materials in the module inflator which generate gas and inflates the appropriate air bags. NOTE A collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system. 5.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag system • Air bags inflate very quickly and with great force. In certain situations, contact with an inflating air bag may cause small cuts, abrasions, and bruises. Event Data Recording Your vehicle is equipped with an ‘‘EDR’’ - Event Data Recorder which is capable of collecting and storing data in the event of an air bag deployment.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! WARNING! • Do not attach anything to the steering wheel’s padded cover, such as trim material, badges, etc. These could strike and injure an occupant if the air bag inflates. • Do not set anything on, or attach anything to, the instrument panel above the glove compartment. Such items could strike and injure an occupant if the air bag inflates. • Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 97 Side air bag system (if so equipped) 3 G28L0160 The side air bags (A) are contained in the driver and front passenger seatbacks. A label is attached to the seatbacks in vehicles with side air bags. The side air bag is designed to inflate only on the side of the vehicle that is hit. Because the side air bags do not protect the occupants in all types of collisions, be sure to always wear your seat belts properly.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS WARNING! • The side air bags are designed to supplement the driver and front passenger seat belts in certain side impacts. Seat belts should always be worn properly, and the driver and front passenger should sit well back and upright in their seats without leaning against the window or door. WARNING! • The side air bag inflates with great force.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 99 WARNING! WARNING! • In order to reduce risk of injury from a deploying side air bag, do not allow any rear seat passengers to hold onto the back of either front seat. Special care should be taken with children. • Do not place any objects near or around the front of either front seatback. Such objects could interfere with proper side air bag inflation, and could also cause injury if thrown by the deployment of the side air bag.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS working properly. The SRS warning light is shared by the driver’s air bag, the front passenger’s air bag, and the optional side air bags. SRS warning light The air bags will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ‘‘ON’’ or ‘‘START’’ position WARNING! G28G3980 There is a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light on the instrument panel.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 101 WARNING! WARNING! • Any maintenance performed on or near the components of the SRS should be performed only by an authorized dealer. Do not permit anyone else to do service, inspection, maintenance or repair on any SRS components or wiring. Similarly, no part of the SRS should ever be handled, removed or disposed of by anyone except at an authorized dealer.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS • If you decide to junk or scrap your vehicle, we urge you to first take it to an authorized dealer so that the SRS can be made safe for disposal. Caution label Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CONTENTS m Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ Meter cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ Indicator and warning light package . . . . . . . . 107 ▫ Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 ▫ Odometer/Trip odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ▫ Changing the setting for warning operation . . . 118 m Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ Automatic transaxle indicator (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 m Instrument panel light dimmer control . . . . . . . 125 ▫ Traction Control System warning light (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 m Windshield wipers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Programming. . . 135 105 ▫ Reprogramming a Signal Button . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 6. Trip odometer INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 7. Trip odometer reset button D01A1960 Meter cluster 1. Fuel gauge 2. Tachometer 3. Speedometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 107 4 D50A439D Indicator and warning light package 1. Washer fluid level indicator →P. 119 2. Anti-lock braking system warning light (if so equipped) →P. 113 5. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - air bag warning light →P. 116 6. Seat belt reminder/warning light →P. 118 7. Turn signal indicators/hazard warning light →P. 112 3. Low-fuel warning light →P. 113 8. Trunk-ajar warning light →P 113 4. Brake warning light →P. 117 9. Front fog light indicator →P. 114 10.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 11. High beam indicator →P. 112 12. Cruise control indicator →P. 113 13. Theft-alarm indicator →P. 112 Tachometer 2.4 liter engine 3.0 liter engine 14. Malfunction indicator light (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) →P. 115 15. Oil pressure warning light →P. 114 16. Charging system warning light →P. 114 17. Overheating warning light →P. 116 18. Traction control system warning light (if so equipped) →P. 119 19.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CAUTION! 109 Fuel gauge The red zone indicates an engine speed in excess of safe operation. Select the correct gear to control engine speed so the tachometer indicator does not enter the red zone. 4 D05A0430 The gauge shows the amount of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition key is turned to the ‘‘on’’ position. The arrow A indicates that the fuel lid (fuel filler port) is located on the right side of the vehicle. (Refer to “Fuel filler” on page 39.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3. Reset button Odometer/Trip odometer D03F0320 When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, an “ODO” or “TRIP” indication is given. Every time the reset button (3) is pressed lightly (less than one second), the indicators will change from “ODO” to “Trip A” to “Trip B”. 1. Odometer 2. Trip odometer D03F0120 ODO --- Odometer The odometer indicates the total distance the vehicle has travelled.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Trip 111 can be used to measure the distance traveled since the current trip began and Trip can be used to measure the distance from an intermediate location. To return either Trip or Trip display to zero, press the reset button (3) for more than one second. Only 4 the currently displayed value will be reset. If Trip is displayed, for example, only Trip will be reset. NOTE 1. Display TRIP D06A0460 and TRIP each have a maxi- mum distance of 9999.9 mile (16 093.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CAUTION! While driving, care should always be taken to maintain normal engine operating temperature. If the indicator enters the “H” (hot) position while driving, the engine is overheating. (Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 277.) Turn signal indicators/hazard warning lights The arrow will flash in unison with the corresponding exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is operated.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Trunk-ajar warning light and chime This light illuminates when the trunk lid is open or not completely closed. When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h) and the trunk lid is open or ajar, a chime will sound to inform the driver that the trunk lid is not properly shut. Anti-lock braking system warning light (if so equipped) This light comes on in the event of a malfunction in the anti-lock braking system. Always be sure that the light goes out before beginning to drive.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause damage to the catalytic converter. If the charging light remains on after the engine has started, the battery charging system may be malfunctioning. In this case, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer and have the system checked. Front fog light indicator This indicator illuminates while the fog lights are on.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CAUTION! • If this light illuminates and the engine oil level is not low, have your vehicle checked at an authorized dealer. • This warning light does not indicate the amount of oil in the crankcase. This must be determined by checking the oil level with the dipstick while the engine is turned off.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CAUTION! • Prolonged driving with the malfunction indicator light on may result in further damage to the emission control system. Continued driving could also affect fuel economy and driveability. • If the light does not illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position (bulb check), have the system checked at an authorized dealer. NOTE: Do not disconnect the battery cable when the Malfunction indicator light (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) is ON.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 117 driving, take your vehicle to your authorized dealer and have the system checked. [See “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)” on page 116.] If the brake warning light illuminates while driving, it could mean braking performance deterioration. Park your vehicle in a safe place using the following procedures: Brake warning light 1. If, when pressing the brake pedal, braking is poor, press your foot harder against the brake pedal.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seat belt reminder/warning light A chime and warning light are used to remind the driver to fasten the seat belt. When the ignition key is turned to the ‘‘ON’’ position, the warning light will illuminate and a chime will sound for about 6 seconds. If the driver’s seat belt remains unfastened approximately 1 minute later, the warning light will flash and the chime sound intermittently (each 12 times) when the vehicle is driven.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS WARNING! In order to reduce risk of serious or fatal injury in an accident, always wear your own seat belt, and do not allow anyone to ride in your vehicle unless he or she is properly seated and wearing a seat belt. Children should be properly seated and restrained in an appropriate child restraint system. Automatic transaxle indicator (if so equipped) When the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, the indicator light illuminates to show the position of the selector lever.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, DIMMER AND TURN SIGNAL LEVER Headlights NOTE: Do not leave the headlights and other lamps on for a long time while the engine is not running. A discharged battery could result. Light auto-cutout feature (headlights, fog lights, etc.) 1. This feature will help prevent a discharged battery.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1. Rotate the ignition key to “LOCK” or “ACC” position ” position. with the light switch in the ON “ 121 Headlight flasher (high/low beam) 2. Turn light switch to “OFF” position within about 45 seconds of ignition key removal. 3. The headlights will stay on for about 60 seconds, then automatically turn off.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS NOTE: The headlights can also flash when the light switch is OFF. Turn signals If you turn the lights off with the headlights set to high-beam illumination, the headlights are automatically returned to their low-beam setting when the light switch is next turned to the ON “ ” position. Dimmer (high/low beam change) To change the headlights from high beam to low beam and vice versa, pull the turn signal lever to (1).
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS There may be occasions when the lever does not return after cornering. This typically occurs when the steering wheel is turned only slightly. In this case, return the lever by hand. The instrument cluster indicator will flash to indicate proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. 123 FOG LIGHT SWITCH If the indicator light flashes faster than usual, check for a malfunctioning turn signal light bulb or faulty turn signal system.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS NOTE 1. If the headlights are switched to high beam, the fog lights will go out; they will illuminate again when the headlights are switched back to low beam. 2. If the light switch is rotated to OFF while the fog lights are illuminated, they will automatically turn off. They can be turned back on again by moving the light switch back to ON and pressing the fog light switch again.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT DIMMER CONTROL Dim 125 ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER 4 Bright Indicator E15A0380 The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turning this knob while the light switch is in the ON “ ” or“ ” position. E17A0450 The electric rear window defogger can be operated when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS It will turn off automatically in about 17 minutes. To turn off the defogger before 17 minutes has lapsed, push the switch again. WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAUTION! • The rear window defroster is not designed to melt snow. Remove snow before use of the rear window defroster. • Use the rear window defroster only after the engine has started and is running. Be sure to turn the defroster switch off immediately after the window is clear in order to prevent excessive battery discharge.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 127 The intermittent intervals are adjustable from approximately 3 to 18 seconds by rotating the adjusting knob at the end of the stalk. LO = Slow HI = Fast For maximum delay between wipes, rotate the knob toward you. To shorten the delay, rotate the knob away from you. INTERMITTENT WIPERS NOTE: Vehicle speed is monitored and the delay will be shortened when the vehicle is moving above 10 mph (16 km/h) and lengthened when the vehicle is moving below 10 mph (16 km/h).
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WASHER PRECAUTIONS TO OBSERVE WHEN USING WIPERS AND WASHERS CAUTION! If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer fluid sprayed onto the glass might freeze, resulting in poor visibility. Heat the glass with the defroster before using the washer. E13A1300 The windshield washer can be operated by pulling the lever toward you to spray fluid when the ignition key is in either the “ON” or “ACC” position.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS vehicle in a safe place, turn off the ignition, and clean the deposits from the glass so that the wipers operate smoothly. 129 DOME LIGHT Type 1 4. Avoid using the washer for more than 20 seconds at a time. To avoid pump damage, do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty. 4 5. During cold weather, be sure to add a washer solution that will not freeze in the washer reservoir.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS LIGHTS (DOME LIGHTS, ETC.) AUTO-CUTOUT FUNCTION If any of the interior lights is left on with the ignition key in the ‘‘LOCK’’ position, the light goes off automatically after approximately 30 minutes to prevent the battery from running down. The light comes on again if the ignition key is turned to the 9ON9 or 9ACC9 position (except ‘‘Dome Light’’ Type 2), or ‘‘ON’’ position (‘‘Dome light’’ Type 2 only), any door is opened and closed, or the keyless entry system is operated.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 131 READING LIGHTS 4 E19A1280 G08C0070 1. Driver’s side 2. Passenger’s side Push the right or left reading light switch (lens) to turn on the light. This light produces a spot beam for convenient use as a map light at night. Push the reading light switch again to turn the light off. NOTE: • If the reading lights are left on for prolonged periods of time with the engine turned off, the battery will be discharged (run down).
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS REAR PERSONAL LIGHTS HORN SWITCH E19A1270 ON - The light illuminates OFF - The light illuminates when a door is opened and goes out when it is closed. E23A0020T Pressing on or around the causes the horn to honk. mark on the steering wheel, GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF SO EQUIPPED) The HomeLinky Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS equipped). The transmitter operates off your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries are needed. For additional information on HomeLinky, call toll-free for customer assistance at 1–800–355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com. WARNING! • A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Release the buttons when the light in the indicator (D) begins to flash after 20 seconds. A - Universal Transceiver button 1 B - Universal Transceiver button 2 C - Universal Transceiver button 3 D - Indicator light 3. Choose one of the three buttons to train. Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 inches from the universal transceiver while keeping its indicator light in view.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS NOTE: • Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 4 with the procedures listed under Canadian Programming. 5. The indicator light (D) will begin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates successful programming. If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out, return to step 1 and repeat the procedure. To train the other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Operation Press and hold the desired button (A, B or C) on the universal transceiver until the garage door or other device begins to operate. The indicator light (D) shows that the signal is being transmitted. The hand held transmitter (E) may also be used at any time. NOTE: • If you have difficulty in programming, call toll-free for customer assistance at 1-800-355-3515, or the internet at www.homelink.jci.com.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 137 3. Return to the universal transceiver in the vehicle and firmly press and release the universal transceiver button (A, B or C). Press and release the button a second time to complete the training process. Some garage door openers may require you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training. F21A0121 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. The exact location and color of the training button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 2. When the indicator light (D) begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds) position the hand held transmitter (E) 1 to 3 inches away from the universal transceiver button to be trained. 3. Press and hold the hand held transmitter button. 4. The indicator light will begin to flash, first slowly, then rapidly. When the indicator lights begin to flash rapidly, release both buttons. F21A0130 Security If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies. 1.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 139 This device complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: • The transceiver has been tested and complies with FCC and DOC/MDC rules.
STARTING AND DRIVING CONTENTS m Break-in recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 m Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 m Fuel selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 m Key reminder chime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ▫ Gasoline additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 m Theft protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 ▫ Octane requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND DRIVING ▫ Gear positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 ▫ Recommended downshifting speed . . . . . . . . . 169 ▫ Driving speed (Vehicles with automatic transaxle) . . . . . . . . . 157 ▫ Driving precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 ▫ Holding on an upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 ▫ Transaxle reset mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 m Automatic transaxle Autostick (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND DRIVING 143 m Cruise/speed control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 ▫ Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 ▫ To activate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 ▫ Fluid leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 ▫ To deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 ▫ Driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 ▫ To resume the set speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND DRIVING BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS Advanced automobile manufacturing techniques permit you to operate your new vehicle without experiencing a long break-in period of low-speed driving. However, you can add to the future performance and economy of your vehicle by observing the following precautions during the first 300 miles (500 km). It is recommended that you drive your vehicle at moderate speeds during the break-in period. 1. Avoid racing the engine. 2.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION! Using leaded gasoline in your vehicle will damage the engine, catalytic converter, and the oxygen sensors. Further, using leaded gasoline is illegal, and will void warranty coverage of the engine, catalytic converter, and oxygen sensors. Gasoline additives Many fuel suppliers add detergents to their gasoline to minimize fuel injector fouling and to control intake valve deposits. These detergent gasolines are highly recommended for use in your vehicle.
STARTING AND DRIVING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with materials called oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and ETBE. Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol.
STARTING AND DRIVING states adopting California emission standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting Federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be adversely affected. Gasoline sold outside of California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may affect the performance of the vehicle’s catalytic converter. This may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate.
STARTING AND DRIVING NOTE: Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. The Malfunction Indicator Light (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON”) will come on if the gas cap is not properly secured. Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled. CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
STARTING AND DRIVING FUEL ECONOMY Fuel economy is dependent on many factors. Your personal driving habits can have a significant effect on your fuel economy. Several recommendations for achieving maximum fuel economy are listed below. 149 IGNITION SWITCH 1. When pulling away from traffic lights or stop signs, accelerate slowly and smoothly. 2. When parked for even a short period, do not idle the engine. Shut it off. 5 3. Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary stops. 4.
STARTING AND DRIVING NOTE: For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, the key cannot be removed unless the selector lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position. ACC Allows operation of electrical accessories with the engine off. START Engages the starter. After the engine starts, release the key and it will return automatically to the “ON” position. ON The engine runs and all accessories can be used. NOTE: Do not use the “ON” position to operate accessories.
STARTING AND DRIVING THEFT PROTECTION CAUTION! Always remove the key from the ignition switch and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Always try to park your vehicle in a well lighted area. The ignition key can only be removed in the “LOCK” position. If the key is left in the lock cylinder, a warning chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a Theft-alarm system, refer to “Theft-alarm system”.
STARTING AND DRIVING WARNING! Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. Carbon monoxide gas, which is odorless, colorless and extremely poisonous, could build up, and cause serious injury or death. CAUTION! • Do not start the vehicle by pushing or pulling. • Do not run the engine at high rpm or drive the vehicle at high speed until the engine has had a chance to warm up.
STARTING AND DRIVING NOTE: Slight noises may be heard on engine start-up. These noises will disappear as you continue warming up the engine. Flooded engine If the engine has become flooded during starting, first operate the starter for 5 to 6 seconds while fully depressing the accelerator pedal (clear flood), then start the engine without depressing the accelerator pedal at all.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION! The electronically controlled transaxle system is strictly intended to provide supplementary functions. When driving downhill under certain conditions, or immediately after starting when the automatic transaxle is cold, no automatic shift-down may be made. The driver should shift down to a low gear (3rd gear or 2nd gear), which will permit the engine to exert a braking effect.
STARTING AND DRIVING 155 WARNING! Always depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever into a gear from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position. When beginning to drive, do not shift the selector lever from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while depressing the accelerator pedal; doing so may cause the vehicle to “jump” forward or backward. A 5 CAUTION! I04A1570 The indicator panel, on the console located at the driver’s right, is illuminated for night driving.
STARTING AND DRIVING Gear positions WARNING! “P” PARK The “P” (PARK) position supplements the parking brake by locking the transaxle while the vehicle is parked. The engine can be started in this position. Apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle in this position. “R” REVERSE Shift into this position only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. CAUTION! Never shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion.
STARTING AND DRIVING “3” THIRD / “2” SECOND For driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise speed control is desired. Also use it when climbing long grades, and for engine braking when descending moderately steep grades. Engine braking is automatically applied when necessary, depending on road conditions. “L” LOW This position is for driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds when descending steep gradients.
STARTING AND DRIVING Transaxle Reset Mode The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transaxle automatically shifts into second gear. The transaxle remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected. Park (P), Reverse (R), and Neutral (N) will continue to operate. This Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without damaging the transaxle.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION! Selector lever operation The electronically controlled transaxle system is strictly intended to provide supplementary functions. When driving downhill under certain conditions, or immediately after starting when the automatic transaxle is cold, no automatic shift-down may be made. The driver should shift down to a low gear (3rd gear or 2nd gear), which will permit the engine to exert a braking effect.
STARTING AND DRIVING A I04S1580 In the main gate, the selector lever has 4 positions and is equipped with a lock button (A) to prevent inadvertent selection of the wrong gear. I04A1430 Button (A) must be pushed while the brake pedal is depressed to move the selector lever. Button must be pushed to move the lever. Button need not be pushed to move the lever.
STARTING AND DRIVING WARNING! 161 Indicator lights Always depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever into a gear from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position. When beginning to drive, do not shift the selector lever from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while depressing the accelerator pedal; doing so may cause the vehicle to “jump” forward or backward. “ 5 CAUTION! If the button is always depressed to operate the selector lever, the lever may be accidentally shifted into the “P”, “R” position.
STARTING AND DRIVING If the “N” indicator light in the instrument panel flashes, there could be a malfunction with the automatic transaxle system. Identify and take action in accordance with the following procedures: 1. The “N” indicator light flashes rapidly (twice per second) in the “D” or “Autostick” range. If this occurs, the automatic transaxle fluid is overheating. Park your vehicle in a safe place but do not turn off the engine. Move the selector lever to the “P” position and open the hood.
STARTING AND DRIVING “N” NEUTRAL The engine may be started in this position. WARNING! • Never move the lever to the “N” position while driving since you could accidentally move the lever into the (P( or (R( position, damaging the transaxle. • To prevent the vehicle from rolling when stopped on a slope, the engine should be started in the “P” (PARK) position, not in “N” (NEUTRAL).
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION! I04S0170 + (UP) : Push the lever forward once to shift up one gear. – (DOWN) : Pull the lever backward once to shift down one gear. • Upward shifts do not take place automatically in Autostick. The driver must execute upward shifts in accordance with road conditions, make sure the engine rpm remains below the red zone on the tachometer. • By rapidly moving the selector lever backwards (DOWN) twice, it is possible to skip one gear, (i.e. 3rd to 1st or 4th to 2nd).
STARTING AND DRIVING 3. In Autostick, downward shifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down. When the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected. 165 Indication lights 4. When starting out on slippery roads, push the selector lever forward into the + (UP) position. This puts the transmission into 2nd gear and is better for starting out on slippery roads. Push the selector lever to the – (DOWN) side to shift back to 1st gear. 5 5.
STARTING AND DRIVING Transaxle Reset Mode The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transaxle automatically shifts into second gear. The transaxle remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected. Park (P), Reverse (R), and Neutral (N) will continue to operate. This Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without damaging the transaxle.
STARTING AND DRIVING 167 To start Depress the clutch pedal fully and shift into 1st. Then gradually release the clutch pedal while depressing the accelerator pedal. 2. To shift into reverse from 5th gear, move the gearshift lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position, and then shift into reverse. Never shift into the “R” position when the vehicle is moving. CAUTION! Proper shift points Always use care to change gears with the vehicle speed matching the engine speed.
STARTING AND DRIVING At low altitude locations, shift at the vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (relatively steady speeds) will result in increased fuel economy. 2.4 liter engine Condition 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th Upshift speeds mph (km/h) Acceleration Cruise 15 (25) 13 (20) 23 (35) 18 (30) 34 (55) 33 (53) 43 (70) 40 (65) 3.
STARTING AND DRIVING Recommended downshifting speed Downshifting speed mph (km/h) Under 20 (30) 20 to 30 (30 to 45) Possible driving speed Condition 2.4 liter engine 1st 31 mph (50 km/h) 59 mph (95 km/h) 83 mph (135 km/h) 114 mph (185 km/h) Condition 3rd to 2nd 4th to 2nd 5th to 2nd 4th to 3rd 5th to 3rd 169 2nd Driving precautions 3rd 1. The table below indicates the driving speed ranges that may be driven in each gear without causing the engine to operate in excessive engine speeds. 4th 3.
STARTING AND DRIVING up on the parking brake lever. Push the release button and lower the lever fully. I07A0020 Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is set. To set the parking brake, pull up firmly on the lever. Also place the gear selector in the Park position (automatic transaxle) or Reverse (manual transaxle).
STARTING AND DRIVING You should always apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. WARNING! • Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
STARTING AND DRIVING WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full braking capacity in an emergency. POWER BRAKES Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes as standard equipment.
STARTING AND DRIVING WARNING! Driving on worn brake pads can reduce your ability to stop, and can result in an accident. ANTI-LOCK BRAKING (ABS) SYSTEM (IF SO EQUIPPED) The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock up. All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and tires must be properly inflated to produce optimal signals for the computer.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION! • Anti-lock braking system can not prevent accidents. It remains the driver’s task to exercise safety precautions and to drive prudently. • To prevent failure of the anti-lock braking system, be sure all 4-wheels and tires are the same size and type (space saver spare excluded).
STARTING AND DRIVING 6 mph (10 km/h). It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to a speed below approximately 3 mph (5 km/h). 175 STEERING WHEEL TILT LOCK LEVER Unlock 5 Lock Wheel speed sensor G09A0270 I24A0060 3. After driving on snow or icy roads, remove any snow and ice that may have adhered to the wheel areas. When doing this be careful not to damage the wheel speed sensors and cables located at each wheel on vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system.
STARTING AND DRIVING WARNING! WARNING! • After adjustment, to the desired height, check to be sure that the lever is locked. Never turn off the engine while the vehicle is moving. Your ability to control the vehicle may be seriously reduced. • Do not attempt to adjust the steering wheel while driving. This can be dangerous. POWER STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted steering as standard equipment.
STARTING AND DRIVING 177 INSIDE DAY/NIGHT REARVIEW MIRRORS WARNING! • Do not attempt to adjust the rearview mirrors while driving. This can be dangerous. • Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. The objects you see in the mirror will look smaller and farther away than they actually are. Do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of following vehicles when changing lanes. 5 I08A0620 Adjust the inside mirror to maximize the view through the rear window.
STARTING AND DRIVING I08A0630 I08A0640 Electrochromic inside rearview mirror (if so equipped) When the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the green indicator (A) should be illuminated. If not, press the display switch (C) for more than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds, until the indicator illuminates. Now the mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark.
STARTING AND DRIVING 179 To turn off the function, press the display switch (C) more than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds. When the green indicator (A) goes off, the automatic anti-glare will not function. To turn the function back on, press the display switch (C) more than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds. NOTE: • Do not spray glass cleaner on the sensor (B), as reduced sensitivity could result.
STARTING AND DRIVING How to change the display mode The mode will change in order by pressing the display switch for the following seconds. 1. When the ignition key is “ACC” or “ON” position, automatic anti-glare operate and current outside temperature and compass are displayed.
STARTING AND DRIVING 2. If you press the display switch less than 3 seconds, you can turn on/off the display. 181 3. If you press the display switch more than 3 seconds, less than 6 seconds, you can alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius. → P. 184.
STARTING AND DRIVING 4. If you press the display switch more than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds, you can turn on/off the automatic anti-glare. → 179 I08A0670 5. If you press the display switch more than 9 seconds, less than 12 seconds, you can adjust for compass variance.
STARTING AND DRIVING 6. If you press the display switch more than 12 seconds, you can recalibrate compass variance. →188 183 Outside temperature (if so equipped) 5 I08A0600 I08A0590 When the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the current outside temperature is displayed.
STARTING AND DRIVING To alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius NOTE • The outside temperature can be displayed from -40°F (-40°C) • If the outside temperature is below -40°F (-40°C) or over 140°F (60° C) an error message “SC” or “OC” will be shown in the display. If an error message (“SC” or “OC”) will be shown in the display, have the system checked at an authorized dealer.
STARTING AND DRIVING 185 and true geographic north. If not adjusted to account for magnetic variation of compass, your compass could give false readings. Compass operation To adjust for magnetic variation of compass 1. Press the display switch more than 9 seconds, less than 12 seconds. The current zone number will appear in the display. 5 I08A0600 When the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the vehicle’s current directional heading (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW) will be displayed.
STARTING AND DRIVING 2. Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map. NOTE • Do not attach ski racks, antennas, or any other object to the vehicle by means of a magnet. Such magnets will affect the operation of the compass. • If the compass deviates from the correct indication soon after repeated adjustment, have the compass checked at an authorized dealer.
STARTING AND DRIVING 187 If the display reads “CAL” (A), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. In this case, the compass may need calibration. To calibrate the compass 5 I08A0650 D11C0110 If the “CAL” is displayed, drive the vehicle in a circle at about 5 mph (8km/h) or less until the “CAL” goes off.
STARTING AND DRIVING If the “CAL” is not displayed, but compass calibration is required, press and hold the display switch for 12 seconds, or until “CAL” is displayed. With “CAL” displayed, drive the vehicle in a circle at less than 5mph (8km/h) or less until the “CAL” goes off. Electric remote-controlled outside mirrors Cleaning of the mirror When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner.
STARTING AND DRIVING NOTE 189 CRUISE/SPEED CONTROL • After adjustment, return the lever to the centered position. Press the left, right, up or down switches (B) to adjust the mirrors as desired. 1. Up 2. Down 5 3. Right 4. Left I10A1190 Cruise/speed control is an automatic speed control system. It lets you keep the same driving speed. Cruise/ speed control can be used at 25mph (40km/h) or more. It is especially useful for freeway driving.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION! • For safety reasons, the main switch (A) should be set to the OFF position when you are not using the cruise/speed control system. • Cruise/speed control is not recommended when driving conditions will not allow you to stay at the same speed, such as in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, wet, or slippery, or on a steep downhill.
STARTING AND DRIVING 2. When the main switch (A) is ON, the “CRUISE” control light on the instrument cluster will illuminate. 191 3. Pull the lever (B) down while driving at the desired speed. 5 I10A1670 I10A1500 To increase the set speed There are 2 ways to increase the set speed.
STARTING AND DRIVING Cruise/speed control lever Accelerator I10A1530 Pull the cruise/speed control lever up and hold it. Your speed will then gradually increase. When you reach your desired speed, release the switch. Your cruising speed is now set. To increase your speed in small amounts, pull the cruise/ speed control lever up for less than 1 second and release it. Each time you pull the lever up, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6km/h) faster.
STARTING AND DRIVING Cruise/speed control lever 193 Brake pedal 5 I10A1540 Pull the cruise/speed control lever down and hold it while driving at the set speed, and you will slow down (coast) gradually. When your desired low speed is reached, release the lever. To slow down in small amounts, press the cruise/speed control lever down for less than 1 second and release it. Each time you press the lever down, your vehicle will slow down by about 1 mph (1.6km/h).
STARTING AND DRIVING To accelerate for passing To deactivate I10A1520 Press the accelerator pedal as you would normally. When you release the pedal, the cruise/speed control will return to your set speed. I10A1510 The cruise/speed control can be turned off as follows: 1. Push the main switch (A) at the end of the lever (Main switch OFF). 2. Pull the cruise/speed control lever (B) toward you.
STARTING AND DRIVING 3. By slightly tapping the brake pedal or pressing down on it to slow your speed. 195 To resume the set speed 4. By pressing the clutch pedal down (for vehicles with manual transaxle). 5. By moving the selector lever to “N” (for vehicles with automatic transaxle). 6. When your speed slows to 10 mph (15km/h) or more below the set speed because of a hill, etc. 5 7. When your speed slows to 25mph (40km/h) or less.
STARTING AND DRIVING procedure: (1) The ignition key is turned OFF. (2) The main switch is turned OFF. TRACTION CONTROL (IF SO EQUIPPED) On slippery surfaces, traction control system prevents the drive wheels (front wheels) from excessive spinning, during starting or while accelerating in turns on slippery roads. NOTE • The traction control system functions at speeds below about 25mph (40km/h).
STARTING AND DRIVING Warning light 197 CAUTION • If the warning light illuminates, a malfunction may have occurred in the system. When this happens, have your vehicle checked at an authorized dealer. CATALYTIC CONVERTER The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the converter. I26A1290 When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the warning light illuminate and go out after a few seconds.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION! To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of an engine malfunction, particularly one involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Prolonged operation of your vehicle while it is overheated may result in damage to the converter and vehicle. 1.
STARTING AND DRIVING 8. Stop driving the vehicle if you think the performance is noticeably less, or that there is unnecessary engine miss, or any other engine trouble, such as with the ignition, etc. If it is impractical to stop driving immediately, reduce the speed and drive for only a short time. Have an inspection made by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. 9. In an unusual event of a severe engine malfunction, a scorching odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalytic converter overheating.
STARTING AND DRIVING Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (including spare tire) for proper pressure. Maintain specified tire inflation pressures. Replace tires before they are excessively worn. Lights Have someone observe the operation of all exterior lights while you activate the controls. Check the turn signals and highbeam indicators on the instrument panel. Fluid leaks Check the area under the vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks.
STARTING AND DRIVING 201 6. Always obey applicable laws and regulations. Be a courteous and alert driver. Always leave room for unexpected events, such as sudden braking. Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your alertness, perception and reaction time. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist. 7. Never drive when you are sleepy or fatigued. Never drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. WARNING! 8. Never leave the engine running while you take a short sleep/rest.
STARTING AND DRIVING over curbs or parking stop blocks. Always use caution when traveling up or down sharp inclines as your bumper may contact the road surface. 2. Maintain specified tire inflation pressures. Replace tires before they are excessively worn. 3. If you plan to drive in another country, comply with the vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. OPERATION DURING COLD WEATHER 1. Check the battery, including terminals and cables.
STARTING AND DRIVING 203 WARNING! The trailer tongue load must be considered as part of the tow vehicle load capacity when loading the vehicle. Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. You could be seriously burned. NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor, shows the need for transmission fluid replacement.
STARTING AND DRIVING Weight limits I26A1290 Never exceed the maximum trailer weight (A), maximum tongue weight (B), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING CONTENTS m Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 ▫ Weak reception (fading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 ▫ To adjust the sun visor position . . . . . . . . . . . 209 ▫ Reflections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 ▫ Vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 ▫ Cross modulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 m Accessory socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING ▫ Fade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 ▫ Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 ▫ Graphic Equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 ▫ Operation Instructions—CD Player . . . . . . . . . 223 ▫ AM/FM Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 ▫ Inserting The Compact Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 ▫ Scan Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 ▫ Seek Button . . . . . .
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 207 ▫ Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 ▫ Time Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 ▫ Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 ▫ Scan Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 ▫ Fade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 ▫ Loading The CD Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 ▫ Tone Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING m Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 ▫ How to use the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 ▫ Air flow rate and direction adjustments . . . . . . 235 ▫ Defrosting or defogging of the windshield and door windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 m Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 ▫ Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 ▫ Changing the blower speed. . . . . . .
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING SUN VISORS 209 To adjust the sun visor position 1. Remove the holder (A) from the hook (B), then move the sunvisor to the window. 2. Slide the sun visor and adjust the position. 6 G10A0260 1. To reduce front glare. 2. To reduce side glare.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is on the back of the sun visor. G10A0580 WARNING! • Do not attempt to adjust the sun visor while driving. This can be dangerous.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 211 ACCESSORY SOCKET 6 G13A0840 Opening the the lid of the vanity mirror will automatically turn on the mirror lights (C). CAUTION! If the lid of the lighted vanity mirror is kept open for prolonged periods of time, the battery may be discharged. G38A0710 Two accessory sockets are provided in the center console. To use a “plug-in” type accessory, insert it in the socket. The accessory socket (A) can be operated when the ignition key is in the “ON” or “ACC” positions.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING CAUTION! • Be sure to use a “plug-in” type accessory operating on 12V and at 120W or less. Extended use of electronic equipment with the engine off may run down the battery. • When the accessory socket is not in use, be sure to close the socket cap. This will prevent the socket from becoming clogged and short circuiting. • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 213 ACCESSORY BOXES CAUTION! Do not drink beverages while driving the vehicle; doing so could distract you and result in an accident. 6 G14A0840 Convenient storage space is located throughout the vehicle. G34H0870 REAR SEAT Cup holders are provided at each side for the rear passengers. 1. Door pockets 2. Center console 3. Center accessory box 4.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Glove compartment WARNING! An open glove compartment door can result in serious injury to the front passenger in an accident, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove compartment door closed when driving. NOTE: If the glove compartment is opened, the glove compartment light illuminates. G14B1120 To open the glove compartment, pull the lever.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Center console with lid 215 Trunk net (if so equipped) 6 G14C0430 Small articles can be stored in center console. To open the center console, pull up on the front of the lid. G17E0270 Attach the net to hooks according to the illustration. Keep the net stored in the trunk so it can be used at any time.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RADIO FM AM Clock setting procedure 1. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press either the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio. The time setting will increase each time you press the button. 2.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Signal transmission FM signals do not follow the earth’s surface nor are they reflected by the upper atmosphere. For this reason, FM broadcasts cannot be received over long distances. AM signals follow the earth’s surface and are reflected by the upper atmosphere. For this reason, AM broadcasts can be received over longer distances. Weak reception (fading) Because of the limited range of FM transmissions and the way FM waves spread, fading usually occurs with FM reception.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING The direct signal from the broadcast station reaches the antenna slightly before the reflected signal. This time difference may cause some reception disturbance or flutter. This typically occurs in urban areas. FM stereo reception Stereo reception requires a very high broadcast signal quality. This means that disturbances mentioned previously become more marked and the reception range is somewhat diminished during stereo reception.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbances as AM. AM reception is sensitive to electrical disturbances such as power lines, lightning and other types of similar electrical phenomena. WHIP ANTENNA 219 CAUTION! It is recommended to remove the whip antenna before going into an automatic vehicle wash or passing under places with a low height clearance.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Power Switch, Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume. Seek Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 221 To stop the search, press SCAN a second time. 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, To Set The Radio Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET button. SET 1 will show in the display window. Select the push-button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Seek Button Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection. Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections. Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection, twice to move 2 selections, etc. Fast Forward (FF) Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Noise Reduction The Dolby noise reduction system* is on whenever the tape player is on, but may be switched off. To turn off the Dolby noise reduction system: Press the NR button (button 2) after you insert the tape. The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby NR System is off. The Dolby NR System is automatically reactivated each time a tape is inserted. *Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING released. Press the RW (Rewind) button and the CD player will reverse through the tracks until the button is released. CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition, take the following precautions: Program Button 4 (Random Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. 1.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport. The other adverse condition is low or “muddy” sound from one or both channels, as if the treble tone control were turned all the way down.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Seek Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Tuning Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING To Set The Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET button. SET 1 will show in the display window. Select the push-button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a station is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button, the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push-button memory.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. button to go back to the beginning of the track. Press button for a second time to stop Random Play. Seek Button Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection. Radio/CD Button Press this button to select between CD player and radio.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Playing Discs The radio display indicates the CD number (the slot where the CD is loaded), and the current track being played at the time. 229 STEERING WHEEL REMOTE CONTROL SWITCHES (IF SO EQUIPPED) If more than one CD is loaded in the CD changer, it automatically plays the next CD after playing the last track of the current CD. If there is only one CD loaded, it will automatically return to the first track of the CD.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 5. Seek down / Rewind APS button / Track down button To listen to the radio 6. Volume down button To select AM/FM mode Mode change button - 4 NOTE: • Do not push two or more of the steering wheel remote control switches at the same time. Select the desired band (AM or FM) by pressing this button. How to adjust the volume Volume up button - 2 Automatic tuning the radio Seek up button - 1 The volume will increase when this button is pressed.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING To listen to a tape To listen to a CD To operate the APS (Automatic Program Sensor) system The start of each song on a prerecorded music tape can be found by using the Fast forward APS button (1) or Rewind APS button (5). As many as 7 programs can be skipped over in this manner. To select CD mode Mode change button - 4 Fast forward APS operation: Press the APS button (1) to the number of songs you desire to skip over.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Handling of Compact Discs H12F0180 (1) Use only the type of compact discs that have the mark shown in the illustration above. (Playback of CD-R discs may cause problems. CD-RW discs cannot be played). (2) The use of special shaped, damaged compact discs (like cracked discs) or low-quality compact discs (like warped discs or burrs on the discs) such as those shown below will damage the CD player.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 233 (3) In the following circumstances, moisture can form on compact discs and inside the audio system, preventing normal operation. • When there is high humidity (for example, when it is raining). • When the temperature suddenly rises, such as right after the heater is turned on in cold weather. In this case, wait until the moisture has had time to dry out. (4) When the CD player is subjected to violent vibrations, such as during off-road driving, the tracking may not work.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Do not wipe in a circle. Never use any chemicals such as benzine, paint thinner, a disc spray cleaner, or an anti-static agent on the disc. (8) Do not use a ball point pen, felt pen, pencil, etc. to write on the label surface of the disc. compact disc that has stickiness or other contamination left by a peeled-off label, or sticker. If you use such a compact disc, the CD player may stop working properly and you may not be able to eject the compact disc.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation. 235 Air flow rate and direction adjustments Center and side vents VENTS 6 H16A3660 H16A3610 1. Center vents 2.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Change the direction of the airflow from side to side by moving the knob (A). Change the vertical direction of the air flow up and down by pushing the top button edge of the vents. AIR CONDITIONING Control panel NOTE: On rare occasions, air from the vents of an air-conditioned vehicle may look like fog. This is moist air suddenly cooled and there is no abnormality in the air conditioning system. H23A2840 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Changing the blower speed 237 Changing the temperature 6 H23A2860 The blower may be operated (when the ignition key is in the ON position) at 4 different speeds. Select the best speed to fit your needs. When the blower switch is set to the ‘‘O’’ position, all air conditioning functions will stop. H23A2870 Select the desired temperature level by turning the temperature control dial either clockwise or counterclockwise.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Face position Changing mode selection H03I0670 To change air flow to the different outlets, turn the mode selection dial to the desired position. H13D0543 Air flows exclusively to the upper part of the passenger compartment.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 239 NOTE: Air flows mostly to the upper part of the passenger compartment with the dial within position (1), and flows mostly to the leg area with the dial within position (2). Foot/face position 6 H13D0553 Air flows to the upper part of the passenger compartment and flows to the leg area.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Foot position Foot/defroster position H13D0563 Air flows mainly to the leg area. H13D0573 Air flows to the leg area, windshield, and door windows.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING NOTE: Air flows mostly to the leg area with the dial within position (1), and flows mostly to the windshield with the dial within position (2). 241 Defroster position 6 H13D0583 Air flows exclusively to the windshield and door windows.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING NOTE: When the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” or “ ” position, the air conditioning compressor will operate automatically. The outside air position will also be selected automatically. (In this case, the air conditioning indicator will not change.) This is done for optimum performance. Changing air selection remove fog or frost from the windshield. When air conditioning is selected, the air selection will be controlled automatically for optimum performance.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Air conditioning switch 243 CAUTION! H23A3260 The air conditioning can be operated while the engine is running. Push the switch and the air conditioning (cooling/ dehumidifying function) will operate. When “ON”, the operation indicator lamp (A) will illuminate. Push the switch again and the air conditioning will stop. When using the air conditioning, the idle speed is slightly increased.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING How to use the controls Defrosting or defogging of the windshield and door windows Heating CAUTION! For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all windows before driving. To remove frost or fog from the windshield and door windows, use the mode selection dial (“ ” or “ ”). H03B0710 Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the illustration and set the air selection switch (A) to the “outside” position.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING To keep the windshield and door windows defogged, and to keep leg area heated (when driving in rain or snow). 1. Set the mode selection dial to the position. 2. Adjust the blower to the desired speed. 245 For quick defrosting 1. Set the mode selection dial to the position. 2. Adjust the blower to the maximum blower speed. 3. Adjust the temperature control to the maximum temperature. 3. Set the desired temperature. NOTE 1.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Combination of unheated air and heated air Cooling H03C0680 Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the illustration and set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position. The air will be directed to the leg area and the upper part of the passenger compartment. Select the desired blower speed. Warm air flows to the leg area and unheated or slightly warm air flows to the upper part of the passenger compartment.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING Adjust the temperature by turning the temperature control dial clockwise or counterclockwise. Select the desired blower speed. 247 Important operation tips for air conditioning 1. Park the vehicle in the shade whenever possible. Parking under the hot sun makes the vehicle interior extremely hot, which requires more time to cool the interior. If it is necessary to park in the sun, open the windows for the first few minutes of air conditioning operation to expel hot air. 2.
FOR PLEASANT DRIVING CAUTION! The air conditioning system in your vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant HFC-134a and the lubricant SUN-PAG 56. Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will cause severe damage which will result in the need to replace your vehicle’s entire air conditioning system. The release of refrigerant into the atmosphere is not recommended. The new refrigerant (HFC-134a) in your vehicle is designed not to harm the earth’s ozone layer.
VEHICLE CARE CONTENTS m Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . 251 ▫ Polishing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 ▫ Plastic, vinyl leather, fabric, and flocked parts. . 251 ▫ Damaged paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 ▫ Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 ▫ Cleaning plastic parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 ▫ Genuine leather (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Chrome parts . . . . . . . . . . .
VEHICLE CARE In order to maintain the value and good looks of your vehicle, perform regular maintenance using proper materials and procedures. Be sure to use only those materials and procedures that are in compliance with all local environmental pollution control regulations. Carefully select the materials to be used to be sure that they do not contain corrosives; if in doubt, contact an authorized dealer for assistance in the selection of these materials. CAUTION! Cleaning products can be dangerous.
VEHICLE CARE 251 CLEANING THE INSIDE OF YOUR VEHICLE After cleaning the inside of your vehicle with cleaner, wipe it dry in a shady, well ventilated area. 2. After using detergent, dip the cloth in fresh water and wring out well. Using this cloth, wipe off the detergent thoroughly. CAUTION! NOTE: Cleaners, conditioners, and protectants containing silicons or waxes may cause annoying reflections and obscure vision. Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.
VEHICLE CARE Genuine leather (if so equipped) 1. Lightly wipe with a soft cloth soaked in a 5% solution of neutral detergent and water. 2. Dip the cloth in fresh water and wring it out well. Using this cloth, wipe off the detergent thoroughly. 3. Apply a leather protecting agent to the genuine leather surface. NOTE 1. If genuine leather is wet with water, wipe off the water as quickly as possible with a dry, soft cloth. 2. Slight stains on genuine leather may be removed with a leather cleaner. 3.
VEHICLE CARE Washing Chemicals contained in the dirt and dust picked up from air, rain, snow, or road surface can damage the paint coat and body of your vehicle if left in prolonged contact. Frequent washing and waxing is the best way to protect your vehicle from this damage. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight. Park the vehicle in the shade and spray it with water to remove dust. Next, using an ample amount of clean water and a car washing mitt or sponge, wash the vehicle from top to bottom.
VEHICLE CARE CAUTION! • Some types of washers (including coin-operated washers) apply high temperature and high pressure to the vehicle, which may cause heat distortion and damage to the resin parts of the vehicle body, leakage of water into the vehicle, etc. Therefore, be sure to observe the following. • Maintain a good distance of approx. 16 in. (40 cm) or more between the vehicle body and the washing nozzle. • When washing around the door glass, hold the nozzle at a distance of more than 40 in.
VEHICLE CARE Waxing your vehicle Wax your vehicle once or twice a year, or when painted surfaces do not shed water well. Apply a small amount of wax to painted surfaces with a soft cloth. After the wax has dried, polish with a dry soft cloth. Do not wax your vehicle in direct sunlight. You should wax after the surfaces have cooled. 255 CAUTION! • Waxes containing high abrasive compounds should not be used.
VEHICLE CARE Polishing your vehicle If painted surfaces have been severely damaged and lost their original luster and color tone, polish the surface lightly with a fine polishing compound. Avoid limiting your polishing to the damaged surface only; polish a somewhat wider area, moving the polishing cloth in one direction. After polishing, flush the compound from the surface and apply a coat of wax to regain a beautiful luster. Cleaning plastic parts Use a sponge or chamois.
VEHICLE CARE 257 Chrome parts To prevent spots and corrosion of chrome parts, wash with water, dry thoroughly, and apply a nonabrasive automotive wax. If the chrome is severely damaged or pitted use a commercially available chrome polish. Window glass The window glass can be cleaned using only a sponge and water. Glass cleaner can be used to remove wax, oil, grease, dead insects, etc. After washing the glass, wipe dry with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m If the vehicle breaks down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 m Jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 ▫ If the engine quits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 ▫ Jacking up the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 m Operation under adverse driving conditions. . . 261 m Engine overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 ▫ If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EMERGENCIES ▫ Headlights (Type 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 ▫ Front fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 ▫ Headlights (Type 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 ▫ Rear combination lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 ▫ Adjustment of headlight aim. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 ▫ High-mounted stop light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 ▫ Front turn signal and parking lights. . . . . . . . . 295 ▫ License plate light . . . . . . . .
EMERGENCIES IF THE VEHICLE BREAKS DOWN If the vehicle breaks down on the road, move to the shoulder and activate the hazard warning flashers. If there is no shoulder, or the shoulder is not safe, drive in the right lane, slowly, with the hazard flashers activated, until you reach a safe place to stop. Keep the flashers activated. If the engine quits If the engine stops, power will be lost to the steering and brakes, making steering and braking difficult. 1.
EMERGENCIES WARNING! When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that the area around the vehicle is clear of people. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch forward or backward, causing injury to by-standers. On a wet road CAUTION! • Avoid flooded roads. Water depth can be deceptive, and you could be seriously hurt by driving into flood water.
EMERGENCIES 263 CAUTION! CAUTION! • When driving in rain, a layer of water may form between the tires and the road surface (hydroplaning). This reduces a tire’s frictional resistance on the road, resulting in loss of steering stability and braking capability. When driving on a wet road, observe the following: (a) Drive your vehicle at a safe speed. (b) Do not drive on worn tires. (c) Always maintain the specified tire inflation pressures. Tire chains are not recommended for your vehicle.
EMERGENCIES SPARE TIRE, JACK AND TOOL SET STORAGE Handling spare tire Loosen Jack Clamp Tool set N01A1180 The spare tire, jack and tool set are stowed in the trunk. N03A1870 Remove the installation clamp to remove the spare tire. To install the spare tire, tighten the clamp firmly with your fingers until the spare tire has no more play.
EMERGENCIES Jack COMPACT SPARE TIRE The compact spare tire is designed to save space in the trunk and its lighter weight makes it easier to use if a flat tire occurs. Storage bracket To remove To store 265 CAUTION! N21C0010 To remove Turn the shaft end so that the jack contracts and detach it from the storage bracket. To store Turn the shaft end by hand to expand the jack until it is secured firmly in position.
EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Avoid rapid starting and braking with a compact spare tire. • Avoid driving through automatic vehicle washes and over obstacles that could possibly damage the vehicle’s under-carriage. Because the tire is smaller than the original tire, vehicle ground clearance is slightly reduced. • As the compact spare tire is specifically designed for your vehicle, it should not be used on any other vehicle.
EMERGENCIES NOTE: The wheel cover is made of plastic; use caution when prying it off. 267 To install NOTE: Some styles of wheels will have bolt-on type wheel covers. To remove this style, remove the bolts that hold the cover to the wheel. CAUTION! Trying to simply remove the wheel cover with your bare hands may severely injure your fingers. N23B0910 Align the air valve with the valve opening provided on the wheel cover.
EMERGENCIES Before installing the wheel cover to the wheel, make sure that the opening with the symbol mark is correctly aligned with the air valve. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING If a tire must be changed, do so only after making sure the vehicle is stopped in a safe, flat location. Jacking up the vehicle 1. Park the vehicle on level and stable ground. 2. Switch on the hazard warning flashers, set up a warning triangle, flashing signal light, etc.
EMERGENCIES 269 WARNING! • Do not set the jack at any other position on the vehicle than those specified. If the jack is set at a wrong position, the body of the vehicle could be dented or the jack might fall over and cause personal injury. N22A1280 5. Place the jack under one of the jacking points shown in the illustration. Use the jacking point closest to the tire being changed. C = Jacking point • Avoid using the jack on tilted or soft surfaces.
EMERGENCIES N22A1450 6. Rotate the jack by hand until the flange portion (D) fits in the groove at the top of the jack. N21C0280 NOTE: Before use, turn the top of jack and set it as shown in the illustration.
EMERGENCIES N22A1830 7. Remove the wheel nut wrench and bar from the tool bag (located inside the trunk). 271 N22A0010 8. Insert the bar (E) into the wheel nut wrench (F). Then attach the end of the bar to the jack end, as shown in the illustration. Slowly rotate the wheel nut wrench until the tire is slightly raised off the ground surface.
EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Before using the jack, chock or block the wheel that is tire diagonally opposite the jacking point. • Stop jacking up the vehicle when the tire is raised off the ground. It is dangerous to raise the vehicle any higher. • Do not get under the vehicle while using the jack. • Avoid jarring the raised vehicle or leaving it supported on the jack for extended periods. Both are very dangerous. • Do not use a jack other than the one provided with your vehicle.
EMERGENCIES 273 or in the installation holes in the wheel, and then mount the spare tire. N24A0210 9. Remove the wheel nuts with the wheel nut wrench, then take the wheel off. 8 WARNING! CAUTION! Handle the wheel cover carefully when replacing the flat tire, to avoid the wheel surface becoming scratched and causing premature corrosion. 10. Clear out any mud, etc. on the hub surface, hub bolts Mount the spare wheel with the valve stem (G) on the side facing outward, not on the side facing the vehicle.
EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Never apply oil to either wheel bolts or nuts as it can cause them to overtighten. Tapered nut NOTE: Flange nuts can be temporarily used on the steel wheel, but return to the original wheel and tire as soon as possible. Flange nut If all four wheels are changed to steel wheels, use tapered nuts. N24A1410 11. Install the spare wheel with the nut’s tapered end facing inward, then tighten by hand until the wheel is no longer loose.
EMERGENCIES 275 CAUTION! Never use extra force with your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension as you can overtighten the nut. 13. Lower and remove the jack, and store the jack, flat tire and chock. Have the damaged tire repaired as soon as possible. N24A0220 12. Lower the vehicle slowly and then tighten the nuts in the sequence shown in the illustration until each nut has been tightened to the specified torque.
EMERGENCIES CAUTION! N24A1420 14. Check tire inflation pressure. Tire inflation pressure specifications are shown on a placard located on the driver’s side ‘‘B’’-Pillar. • The emergency tire is to be used only temporarily when the standard tire is damaged. Repair the damaged tire as soon as possible. Replace the emergency tire with the standard tire. • After changing the tire and driving the vehicle approximately 621 miles (1000 km), retighten the wheel nuts to make sure that they are not loose.
EMERGENCIES ENGINE OVERHEATING If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator enters the “H” (hot) position, the engine may be overheated. In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — Slow down. • In city traffic — While stopped, put transaxle in neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition.
EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition key to the OFF position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition key is in the ON position. • You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
EMERGENCIES connection. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad ground could damage the electrical systems. CAUTION! 279 NOTE: Turn off all lights, heater and other electrical loads. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. 4. Make sure battery electrolyte is at the proper level. (See “Battery” on page 321.) Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery. If the other system isn’t 12-volts, both systems can be damaged. WARNING! 3.
EMERGENCIES N29A0790 N29A1070 5. Connect one end of one booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery (A), and the other end to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (B). NOTE: Remove the terminal cover before connecting the booster cable to the positive terminal of the battery. Use the proper cables suitable for the battery size. Otherwise heat damage to the cables could result. Check the booster cables for damage and corrosion before use.
EMERGENCIES 6. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (B), and other end to the engine block of the vehicle with discharged battery (A) at the point farthest from battery. the the the the 281 WARNING! • Be sure to observe the connecting sequence of ① → ② → ③ → ④. • Make sure that the connection ④ is made to the engine properly.
EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! • Charging the battery installed in the vehicle might cause the battery to catch fire and explode. Or, damage to the vehicle could result. If it has to be charged in that condition for unavoidable reasons, disconnect the vehicle side negative lead. • Always wear protective clothing and goggles when working near the battery. • Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the battery because the battery may produce an explosion.
EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Tie-down hooks should never be used for towing purposes. • This vehicle can NOT be towed by a tow truck using sling lift type equipment. This is to prevent the bumper from deformation. If this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift, dolly type or flat bed equipment. • Use the flat bed type, dolly type or dolly type equipment if a vehicle has the following conditions: • Any of the transaxle, axles, steering system or power train is damaged. • Automatic transaxle fluid level is low.
EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! • Towing should only be done by a professional tow service particularly if it will involve towing on winding roads, hills or heavy traffic. If you have any doubts, use a professional tow service. Never tow an automatic transaxle model with the rear wheels raised (with the front wheels on the ground) when the automatic transaxle fluid level is low. This may cause serious and expensive damage to the transaxle.
EMERGENCIES Fuse block To prevent damage to the electrical system due to shortcircuiting or overloading, each individual circuit is provided with a fuse. There are fuse blocks in the passenger compartment and in the engine compartment. 285 FUSIBLE LINKS Fusible links will melt to prevent a fire in the event that a large current flows through a system protected by a fusible link. In case of a melted fusible link, see your authorized dealer for inspection and replacement.
EMERGENCIES cover of the instrument panel (driver’s side). Always use a fuse of the same capacity for replacement. Passenger compartment fuse location Fuse location table Fuse load capacities No. Symbol 1 2 — 3 4 5 SOCKET 6 The fuse cover lists the names of the electrical systems and the fuse capacities.
EMERGENCIES No. Symbol 17 Electrical system Engine Control Capacity 7.5A 18 Windshield wiper 20A 19 Door mirror heater 7.5A Relay 7.5A Cruise control Back up light 7.5A 7.5A 23 Gauge 7.5A 24 Engine control 10A Spare fuse 20A 20 21 22 CRUISE 287 Spare fuse location Spare fuses are contained in the cover of the instrument panel (driver’s side). Always use a fuse of the same capacity for replacement.
EMERGENCIES Engine compartment Fuse location table Engine compartment fuse location N29B2642 No.
EMERGENCIES No. 22 23 24 25 Symbol Electrical system Dome lights Audio Fuel pump Defroster Capacity 10A 10A 15A 40A 289 Fuse replacement • Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle. Fuse application depends on the vehicle model, specifications, or options. 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 30A 40A 50A 60A BROWN RED LIGHT BLUE YELLOW GREEN GREEN RED YELLOW OK Blown fuse N29C0020 1. Before replacing a fuse, always turn off the electrical item concerned and turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position. 2.
EMERGENCIES N29C0200 4. There is a fuse puller in the cover of the instrument panel (driver’s side). Remove the fuse puller, clamp it on the fuse you wish to remove, and pull the fuse straight out from the fuse block. If the fuse is not blown, something else must be causing the problem; contact an authorized dealer to have the problem checked. N29C0010 5. Insert a new fuse of the same capacity securely into the fuse block location.
EMERGENCIES 291 CAUTION! • Never use a fuse with a capacity larger than that specified or any substitute, such as wire, foil, etc. Doing so will cause the circuit wiring to heat up and could cause a fire. • If the newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical system checked by an authorized dealer to find and correct the cause. REPLACEMENT OF LIGHT BULBS Before replacing a bulb, be sure the light is off.
EMERGENCIES Inside Description Dome Light Rear personal light Trunk light Reading light Wattage or Candela Power 10W 8W 5W 4W Headlights (Type 1) 1. Turn the light socket counterclockwise and pull it out and remove the light bulb. N10B2810 Description 6 - High-mounted stop light 7 - Stop and tail light 8 - Back up light 9 - Rear turn signal light 10 - Rear side marker light 11 - License plate light ANSI Trade No.
EMERGENCIES 2. Pull the clip (A) and remove the light bulb from the socket. 293 Headlights (Type 2) 1. Loosen the bolt (A), move the horn (B) (left side only).
EMERGENCIES 2. Turn the light socket counterclockwise and pull it out and remove the light bulb. N10C1930 3. Pull the clip (A) and remove the light bulb from the socket.
EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Never hold the halogen light bulb with a bare hand, dirty glove, etc. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlights are operated. If the glass surface is dirty, it should be cleaned with alcohol and installed after drying thoroughly. 295 Adjustment of headlight aim The alignment of the headlights should be checked by an authorized dealer.
EMERGENCIES Front side marker lights Front fog lights 1. Turn the front turn signal light socket counterclockwise. N10D0170 Turn the light socket counterclockwise and pull it out and remove the light bulb.
EMERGENCIES 2. Turn the light socket counterclockwise and pull it out. 297 3. Pull both clips away from the center as shown and remove the bulb from the socket by pulling out.
EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Never hold the halogen light bulb with a bare hand, dirty glove, etc. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the fog lights are operated. If the glass surface is dirty, it should be cleaned with alcohol and installed after drying thoroughly. Rear combination lights 1. Turn the trim cover clip (A) counterclockwise and remove the trim cover clip. Partially remove the trim cover in the trunk.
EMERGENCIES 2. Remove the light case mounting nuts. Disconnect the connector. 299 Remove the bulb from the socket by turning it counterclockwise while pressing it inward. A - Stop and tail light B - Rear turn signal light C - Back up light D - Rear side marker light N20I0160 3. Slide the light unit outward to remove it. Remove each bulb socket assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
EMERGENCIES High-mounted stop light License plate light N10V0700 Remove the socket assembly and bulb together by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling out. N10J0310 Remove the lens mounting screws, remove the socket assembly and the bulb together by turning it counterclockwise. And remove the bulb by pulling out.
EMERGENCIES Trunk light 301 Dome light 1. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly and pry gently downward to remove it. Clips N10O0230 Pull both clips away from the center as shown and remove the light unit. Then remove the bulb by pulling out. N10M0380 NOTE: Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to avoid scratching the light assembly.
EMERGENCIES 2. Remove the light bulb from the light holder. N10M0410 Reading lights N11I0040 Insert a straight blade screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly and pry gently to remove the lens. Remove the light bulb from the light holder. NOTE: Wrap a cloth around the tip of the straight blade screwdriver in order to avoid scratching the lens.
EMERGENCIES 303 Rear personal light N10Q0090 Insert the tip of a flat blade screwdriver at the edge of the lens, pry gently to remove the lens, and then remove the bulb from the light holder. NOTE: Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver in order to avoid scratching the lens.
MAINTENANCE CONTENTS m View of engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307 ▫ Distributor cap and rotor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 m Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 m General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 m Emission-control system maintenance . . . . . . . 309 ▫ Engine oil and oil filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 m Emissions Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE ▫ Disconnection and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 m Automatic transaxle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 ▫ To check the fluid level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 ▫ Procedure for checking the fluid level . . . . . . . 326 m Manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 m Disc brake pads, rear drum brake linings and rear wheel cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 m Drive belt (for generator, water pump, power steering pump) . .
MAINTENANCE 307 7. Brake fluid reservoir VIEW OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.4 liter engine 8. Windshield washer reservoir 9. Drive belt 10. Radiator cap 11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick 12. Air cleaner filter 3.0 liter engine Q02A2510 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 9 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil level dipstick 5. Battery 6.
MAINTENANCE NOTE: The Scheduled Maintenance Charts are located in the rear of this maintenance section. Always refer to the schedules for proper service intervals. SERVICE PRECAUTIONS Adequate care of your vehicle at regular intervals serves to preserve the value and appearance as long as possible. Some maintenance items can be performed by the owner, while others should be done only by an authorized dealer. This section describes only those items which can be performed by the owner.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! • The fan may turn on automatically even if the engine is not running; turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position and remove the key to ensure safety while you work in the engine compartment. • Do not smoke, or allow open flames around fuel or the battery. The fumes are flammable. • Be extremely cautious when working around the battery. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. • Do not get under your vehicle with just the car’s jack supporting it.
MAINTENANCE EMISSIONS TESTING In some localities, it may be or will become a legal requirement to ensure that all emissions components and systems are functioning properly as a part of the test procedure. The test center accomplishes this by checking the On Board Diagnostic System system (OBD) with an electronic scan tool.
MAINTENANCE If the light is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required. If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the light may come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time you add fuel. Tighten the cap until you hear it “click.” REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to insure the designed performance.
MAINTENANCE After replacing the air cleaner filter, reinstall the cover in its original position. Air cleaner filter CAUTION! Take care not to damage the engine air flow sensor when removing the air cleaner cover. M23A0130 The air cleaner filter will become dirty and loaded with dust during use, and the filtering effect will be substantially reduced. Replace it with a new filter in accordance with the schedule in this manual. 1. Unclamp the air cleaner cover. 2. Take out the air cleaner filter.
MAINTENANCE 313 require replacement as frequently as the conventional type spark plug and are designed to last much longer. Spark plugs Iridium tipped type NOTE: Use the recommended or equivalent spark plugs listed under “Engine specifications” on page 375. Use of non-recommended plugs will cause engine damage, loss of performance or radio noise. P15A0340 Spark plugs must fire properly to assure proper engine performance and emission-control. Do not reuse spark plugs by cleaning or regapping.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE The following pages contain the maintenance service recommended by DaimlerChrysler. In addition to the general maintenance items for which fixed maintenance intervals have been specified, there are other items which are expected to operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance. However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance. These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected.
MAINTENANCE 315 NOTE: The engine must be “OFF” when performing oil level checks. 3.0 liter engine Good If the level does not reach the range of “Good”, which indicates minimum necessary quantity of oil, remove the oil filler cap on the engine valve cover, and refill to within the “Good” range. CAUTION! Overfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration and loss of oil pressure, which could damage the engine. M03A0710 To check and refill engine oil It is normal for an engine to consume some oil.
MAINTENANCE To replace the oil filter The oil filter should be replaced at the time or mileage specified on the scheduled maintenance chart. You should be sure that any replacement filter used on this vehicle is a high quality filter. The manufacturer’s specifications for Genuine DaimlerChrysler oil filters require that the filter be capable of withstanding a pressure of 256 psi (1.8MPa). A Genuine DaimlerChrysler oil filter is recommended as a replacement filter.
MAINTENANCE 317 Recommended engine oil viscosity API service symbol Use engine oil with the proper thickness for the outdoor temperatures where you will be driving. M03A1320 If you are unable to find oils with the ILSAC certification mark (“Starburst” symbol), an API classification SL, SL/CF oil with above label may be used. This mark appears on the top of the oil containers and has three distinct areas for identifying various aspects of the oil. 1.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLANT To check the coolant level The coolant reserve system provides a quick visual method for determining the coolant level. When the engine is cold, the level of the coolant in the reserve tank should be between the FULL and LOW marks. The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap except for checking the coolant freeze point or replacing the antifreeze coolant. To add coolant Use DaimlerChrysler Genuine Coolant or an equivalent.
MAINTENANCE Radiator cap The radiator cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and engine damage. WARNING! Make sure that the engine is thoroughly cooled down before removing the radiator cap, otherwise hot steam or boiling coolant may gush from the filler port and scald you. Points to remember 1. Do not overfill the reserve tank. 2. A special radiator cap is used to ensure sealing and to allow the coolant to return from the reserve tank to the radiator when the engine cools.
MAINTENANCE CLUTCH FLUID (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) To replace the fluid Recommended brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 should be used. The reservoir cap must be fully tightened to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture. CAUTION! Good M10A0040 To check the clutch fluid The clutch fluid in the clutch master cylinder should be checked when performing other underhood services. In addition, the system should be checked for leakage at the same time.
MAINTENANCE 321 BATTERY The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting and to keep the vehicle’s electrical system working properly. Check the battery regularly. If battery performance is suspect, have the battery and charging system tested by an authorized Mitsubishi dealer. NOTE (1) After replacing the battery, the electronic control system data for the automatic transaxle, etc., will be erased. As a result, shifting may be rough.
MAINTENANCE Cell A B = .31 in (8 mm) M07B0110 Insert the tip of the screwdriver at the edge of the cap, pry gently to remove the cap. The inside of the battery is divided into several compartments. Check the electrolyte level (A) in each cell. The electrolyte level must be within the range (B) shown in the illustration. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water. Do not overfill above the top of the range because a spill during driving could cause damage.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! • If the battery goes flat, be sure to check the battery electrolyte level before connecting booster cables. • After checking the battery electrolyte level, make sure the caps are fitted securely. 323 Disconnection and connection To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine, disconnect the negative terminal first, then the positive terminal. To reconnect the battery, first connect the positive terminal and then the negative terminal, before starting the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! WARNING! • Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running; doing so could damage the vehicle’s electrical components. • Ventilate the area when charging or using the battery in an enclosed space. • Never short-circuit the battery; doing so could cause it to overheat and be damaged. • Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the battery because the battery may produce an explosion. • Electrolyte (battery acid) is corrosive diluted sulfuric acid.
MAINTENANCE NOTE 1. Check each battery terminal for corrosion. If necessary, neutralize corrosion by washing with a solution of baking soda and water. Apply grease to posts and clamps after cleaning or tightening. 325 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Good 2. Before cleaning the battery, tighten all filler port caps to prevent foreign matter from entering the battery. 3. Check to see if the battery is securely installed and cannot be moved. Also check each terminal for tightness. 4.
MAINTENANCE To check the fluid level The fluid level should be checked when the engine temperature gauge indicates a normal warmed up condition and the fluid in the transaxle is heated to its normal operating temperature. Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transaxle and the fluid. WARNING! Transaxle fluid is extremely flammable and poisonous. Do not spill fluid when adding or draining. To add or change the fluid Procedure for checking the fluid level 1.
MAINTENANCE Special additives DaimlerChrysler does not recommend the addition of any fluid additives to the transaxle. MANUAL TRANSAXLE Add oil to maintain the proper level. Refill or change oil according to the scheduled maintenance table. Lubricant Viscosity range Gear Oil Classification GL-4 SAE75W-90 or 75W-85W DISC BRAKE PADS, REAR DRUM BRAKE LININGS AND REAR WHEEL CYLINDERS Proper brakes are essential to safe operation of your vehicle.
MAINTENANCE HOOD LOCK RELEASE MECHANISM AND SAFETY CATCH The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should be inspected, cleaned, and lubricated as required to maintain ease of operation and to provide protection against rust and wear. Apply Multipurpose Grease NLGI Grade 2 sparingly to all sliding contact areas of the hood latch and release lever. Work lubricant into the hood lock mechanism until all frictional surfaces are covered.
MAINTENANCE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades occasionally. Periodic cleaning of the wiper blades is suggested to remove the accumulation of salt and road film. The wiper blade arms and glass areas should be cleaned with a sponge or cloth and a mild detergent or non-abrasive cleaner. If the blades continue to streak or smear, they should be replaced.
MAINTENANCE For vehicles with rear disc brakes: You should feel the parking brake take hold between 3 to 5 clicks. Also check to see if the lever is properly engaged with the ratchet, when pulled. PARKING BRAKE I27A0100 Check the parking brake lever travel occasionally. To check, pull the lever slowly and count the number of clicks of the ratchet. For vehicles with rear drum brakes: You should feel the parking brake take hold between 5 to 7 clicks.
MAINTENANCE DRIVE BELT (FOR GENERATOR, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP) 2.4 liter engine Power steering pump pulley Water pump pulley 331 Inspect the drive belt for evidence of cuts and cracks, and replace it if damaged. When replacing the belt with a new belt, make sure that there is no interference between the belt and other engine components. Then, check the tension of the belt at the designated point. The deflection must be within specification.
MAINTENANCE Amount of belt deflection TIRES in (mm) A B C D Standard value .27 to .33 (6.9 to 8.5) .46 to .61 (11.8 to 15.5) .43 to .56 (11.0 to 14.3) .33 to .43 (8.5 to 10.9) Used belt .29 to .33 (7.4 to 8.5) .50 to .57 (12.6 to 14.4) .46 to .52 (11.7 to 13.3) .35 to .40 (9.0 to 10.1) New belt .17 to .21 (4.4 to 5.4) .34 to .44 (8.8 to 11.1) .33 to .41 (8.4 to 10.4) .24 to .30 (6.2 to 7.6) WARNING! Do not check or touch the drive belt with the engine running, or serious injury may result.
MAINTENANCE 333 (1) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or (2) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. • Rim: a metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated.
MAINTENANCE Size Designation EXAMPLE : P215/65R15 P 215 65 R 15 Passenger car tire size based on U.S.A. design standards Section width in millimeters (mm) Aspect ratio in percent (%) Ratio of section height section width of tire. Construction code •‘‘R’’ means radial construction. •‘‘D’’ means diagonal of bias construction. Rim diameter in inches (in) NOTE • European/Japanese metric tire sizing is based on European/Japanese design standards.
MAINTENANCE Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry. Maximum pressure Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, but the date code may only be on one side. Tire with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
MAINTENANCE wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government tests surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
MAINTENANCE door. The recommended inflation pressures should be followed when the specified tires are installed. Item Normal tire Compact spare tire Tire size P205/60R16 91H P215/50R17 90H T125/70D16 Front Rear 32 psi (220 kpa) 32 psi (220 kpa) 60 psi (420 kpa) The pressures should be checked and adjusted, if necessary, at least once a month. Tire pressures should be checked more often when weather temperatures vary widely, because tire pressures vary with outdoor temperatures.
MAINTENANCE factory-installed tires on this vehicle are of belted construction and are selected to complement the ride and handling characteristics of your vehicle. Radial ply tires have the same load carrying capacity as bias or bias-belted tires of the same letter size, and use the same recommended inflation pressures. Mixing of radial ply tires with bias or bias-belted tires is not recommended.
MAINTENANCE 2. Maintain wheel balance and front suspension alignment. 3. Rotate tires regularly in accordance with the recommendation in the section “Tire rotation” on page 344. Loading information WARNING! Overloading of your tire is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
MAINTENANCE • Vehicle capacity weight : the rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lbs (68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity. • Production options weight : the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 5 lbs. (2.3 kg) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.
MAINTENANCE 341 NOTE 1. The following table shows examples on how to calculate total cargo/load capacity of your vehicle with a varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load capacity of your vehicle. 2. For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs. (392 kg). 3.
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MAINTENANCE Cargo loads The load-carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the tire and loading information placard. DO NOT USE the weight rating data provided on the safety certification label for determining vehicle passenger and/or cargo load capacity. For determining the combined weight of occupants and cargo, use the specifications provided on the tire and loading information placard.
MAINTENANCE When the indicators appear in two or more adjacent grooves, tire replacement is recommended. Type 2 NOTE: The mark and the location of the tire wear indicator are different depending on tire manufacturers. Tire rotation Type 1 M40A0490 M40A0270 To equalize wear and help extend tire life, DaimlerChrysler recommends that you rotate your tires at the mileage specified on the scheduled maintenance chart.
MAINTENANCE The first rotation is the most important to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. CAUTION! Do not use the compact spare tire for tire rotation. Tire chains CAUTION! 345 Snow tires should be inflated 4 psi (28 kPa) higher than the inflation pressure shown on the vehicle’s tire placard. Never inflate over the maximum pressure shown on the tire sidewall. Snow tires should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
MAINTENANCE REGULAR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The content and mileage interval can vary depending on model. ! 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or at 6 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE ! 12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks.
MAINTENANCE ! 24,000 Miles (38 000 km) or at 24 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # ! 347 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter. ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type.
MAINTENANCE ! 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # 36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months wear and leaks. Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires.
MAINTENANCE ! 54,000 Miles (86 000 km) or at 54 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # ! 349 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 60 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter. ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Replace timing belt.*1 ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ *1: For California, Massachusetts and Vermont this maintenance is recommended but not required. Change automatic transaxle fluid.
MAINTENANCE ! 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 60 months ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage. ▫ Inspect ball joint and steering linkage seals for ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ grease leaks and damage. Check and service exhaust system as required (connection portion of muffler, muffler pipes and converter heat shields). Check fuel system for leak (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler tube cap).
MAINTENANCE ! 78,000 Miles (125 000 km) or at 78 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # 84,000 Miles (134 000 km) or at 84 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ wear. Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires.
MAINTENANCE ! 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 90 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE ▫ ▫ REPAIR ORDER # ▫ ▫ wear and leaks. Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # *2: Not required if belt was previously changed. Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
MAINTENANCE ! 114,000 Miles (183 000 km) or at 114 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE ▫ ▫ REPAIR ORDER # 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 120 months DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE ▫ ▫ ▫ *1: For California, Massachusetts and Vermont this maintenance is recommended but not required. Change automatic transaxle fluid. Check drive belts condition (for the generator, water pump, power steering pump).
MAINTENANCE ! 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 120 months ▫ Check fuel system for leak SEVERE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The content and mileage interval can vary depending on model. ▫ ! ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler tube cap). Check evaporative emission control system for leaks and clogging (except evaporative emission canister). Check distributor cap and rotor. Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect SRS*2 airbag system.
MAINTENANCE ! 9,000 Miles (14 000 km) or at 9 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # 12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and ▫ ▫ ▫ damage. Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage.
MAINTENANCE ! 18,000 Miles (29 000 km) or at 18 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # ! ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ! ▫ ▫ 21,000 Miles (34 000 km) or at 21 months MILEAGE/ MONTHS Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires.
MAINTENANCE ! 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter. ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Check drive belts condition (for the generator, ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ water pump, power steering pump). Change manual transaxle oil. Change automatic transaxle fluid. Check fuel hoses condition. Inspect rear drum brake linings and rear wheel cylinders (except vehicles with disc brakes) for wear and leaks of all wheels.
MAINTENANCE ! 36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ damage. Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage. Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! ▫ ▫ DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # ! wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires.
MAINTENANCE ! 48,000 Miles (77 000 km) or at 48 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ wear and leaks. Rotate tires. Check automatic transaxle fluid level. Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage.
MAINTENANCE ! 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) ▫ Replace air cleaner filter. ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Check drive belts condition (for the generator, water pump, power steering pump). ▫ Replace timing belt.*1 ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ *1: For California, Massachusetts and Vermont this maintenance is recommended but not required. Change manual transaxle fluid. Change automatic transaxle fluid. Check fuel hoses condition. Flush and replace engine coolant.
MAINTENANCE ! 63,000 Miles (100 000 km) or at 63 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # 66,000 Miles (106 000 km) or at 66 months wear and leaks. Rotate tires. Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE 69,000 Miles (110 000 km) or at 69 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
MAINTENANCE ! 75,000 Miles (120 000 km) or at 75 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter. ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Inspect rear drum brake linings and rear wheel ▫ ▫ ▫ cylinders (except vehicles with disc brakes) for wear and leaks of all wheels. Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE ! 78,000 Miles (125 000 km) or at 78 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
MAINTENANCE ! 84,000 Miles (134 000 km) or at 84 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ wear and leaks. Rotate tires. Check automatic transaxle fluid level. Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage.
MAINTENANCE ! 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 90 months ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! ▫ ▫ DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # ! ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ 93,000 Miles (149 000 km) or at 93 months DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # wear and leaks. Rotate tires. Check automatic transaxle fluid level.
MAINTENANCE ! 102,000 Miles (163 000 km) or at 102 months ▫ ▫ wear and leaks. Rotate tires. Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage. ▫ Replace spark plugs, platinum-tipped type. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for MILEAGE/ MONTHS ! DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # 105,000 Miles (168 000 km) or at 105 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter. ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type.
MAINTENANCE ! 111,000 Miles (178 000 km) or at 111 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DATE REPAIR ORDER # 114,000 Miles (182 000 km) or at 114 months ▫ wear and leaks. Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter. ▫ Rotate tires.
MAINTENANCE ! 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 120 months ▫ ▫ Change manual transaxle fluid. Change automatic transaxle fluid. Check fuel hoses condition. Flush and replace engine coolant. Check coolant hoses (radiator hose, heater hose). Inspect rear drum brake linings and rear wheel cylinders (except vehicles with disc brakes) for wear and leaks of all wheels. Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. Inspect ball joint and steering linkage seals for grease leaks and damage.
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SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS m Vehicle labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 ▫ 7 - Certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 ▫ 1 - Vehicle emission control information label . . 370 m Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 ▫ 2 - Vehicle identification number plate . . . . . . . 370 m General vehicle data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 ▫ 3 - Vehicle information code plate . . . . . . . . . . 370 m Tires and wheels . .
SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE LABELING 2 -Vehicle identification number plate This is stamped on the number plate riveted to the left front corner of the instrument panel pad. It is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. 3 - Vehicle information code plate The vehicle information code plate is located on the bulkhead inside the engine compartment. 4 - Air conditioner label The air conditioner label is affixed on the inside panel of the engine hood.
SPECIFICATIONS 371 5 - Engine serial number 4 Cylinder B02B0540 6 Cylinder B02B0550 The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the illustrations.
SPECIFICATIONS 6 - Tire and loading information placard The tire inflation pressure label is located on the inside sill of the driver’s door. 6 7 B02F0060 BATTERY B02E0180 7 - Certification label The certification label is located on the inside sill of the driver’s door. BCI Group NO.86 Battery is 12 volts. NOTE: There are various size of the batteries in the BCI Group No.86.
SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: These tires satisfy vehicle loading conditions described in the owner’s manual. GENERAL VEHICLE DATA Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheel base 191.9in (4,875mm) 69.9in (1,775mm) 53.9in (1,370mm) 103.7in (2,635mm) TIRES AND WHEELS Item Type Tire Size Spare tire Wheel Spare wheel Type Size PCD Offset 373 3.0 liter Sebring Sebring Coupe Limited Radial, tubeless P215/50R17 P205/60R16 91H 90H T125/70D16 Steel/Aluminum* Aluminum 16x6JJ 17x6 1/2JJ 4.5 in. (114.3 mm) 1.
SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Do not use the gross vehicle weight rating data provided in the chart or on the safety certification label for determining vehicle passenger and/or cargo load capacity. Use the values provided on the tire and loading information placard (Refer to the section “Vehicle labeling”).
SPECIFICATIONS 375 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Item Engine model Engine displacement No. of cylinders and cylinder arrangement Bore Stroke Compression ratio Controlled by-pass thermostat Spark plugs NGK DENSO CHAMPION Spark plug gap Firing order Ignition timing idle speed and mixture Specifications 4 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 2,351dm3 (143.4 CID) 2,972dm3 (181.3 CID) 4 in-line 6 - V60 ° 86.5 mm (3.41 in) 91.1 mm (3.58 in) 100 mm (3.94 in) 76.0 mm (2.99 in) 9.0 9.
SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITIES Item Fuel (approximate) Engine oil Oil pan Capacity 62dm3 (16.3 gal) 4dm3 (4.2 qt) Oil filter 0.3dm3 (0.32 qt) Power steering Automatic transaxle Manual transaxle 1.2dm3 (1.3 qt) 4 Cyl.: 7.7dm3 (8.2 6 Cyl.: 8.4dm3 (8.9 4 Cyl.: 2.2dm3 (2.3 6 Cyl.: 2.8dm3 (3.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 ▫ Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381 ▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381 m Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 ▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact the DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center. Any communication to the DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center should include the following information: • Owner’s name and address 379 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. CUSTOMER ARBITRATION BOARD In the 50 United States, and Washington, D.C., if a warranty dispute has not been resolved to your satisfaction, you may submit the issue to a DaimlerChrysler Motors Customer Arbitration Board.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 385 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories established by the National highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car. Traction AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperatures can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
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INDEX Accessory boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Accessory (installation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Aluminum wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance . . . . . . . 224 Cassette Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219,221 CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219,227 Center console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Center console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Charging system warning light . . . . . . . . . . 107,114 Check engine/malfunction indicator lamp . 107,115 Child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Engine coolant level warning light . . . . . . . . . . 107 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . 106,111 Engine hood release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Engine overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Engine serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Engine specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Headlight flasher (high/low beam) . . . . . . . . 121 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 High beam indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107,112 High-mounted stoplights Bulb capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Homelink Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Horn switch . . . . . . .
INDEX Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106,110 Oil pressure gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Oil pressure warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107,114 Oil Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Opener, Garage Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Operation during cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Operation under adverse driving conditions . .
INDEX Seats Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 SECURITY indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49,107,112 Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Severe maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Snow tires . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 Tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Trailering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Transaxle Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Autostick . . .
