Chevrolet Owner’s Manual

Spark Lite Table of Contents

How to Use this Manual ................................ 3

Important Safety Precautions ....................... 5
Section 1
Instrumentation and Controls .................... 21
Section 2
Seats and Restraints ................................... 101
Section 3
Starting and Operating Instructions ........ 127
Section 4
Service and Maintenance .......................... 159
Section 5
Problems on the Road ............................... 229
Index .......................................................... 251
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 How to Use this Manual

When it comes to service, keep in The manual is intended to be used This manual is divided into five
mind that your dealer knows your as a reference guide to help you to sections:
vehicle best and is committed to quickly identify and use the various • Section 1: Instrumentation
your complete satisfaction. Your features of your vehicle. For this and Controls
dealer invites you to return for all reason, the manual is organized
of your service needs both during according to feature location as To get a general understanding of
and after the warranty period. opposed to feature operation. how the content of this manual is
organized, imagine yourself sitting
Non-genuine parts and accessories It also includes some very impor- in the driver’s seat. Your attention
are not certified for suitability or tant safety and maintenance infor- is first focused on the instrument
safety in your vehicle. mation and even deals with some panel directly in front of you, then
We cannot be held liable for any problems you may have while up and out to the mirrors,
damage or injury caused by the driving. windows and doors and continu-
use of non-genuine parts or acces- ing back around the vehicle to the
sories. rear cargo area, then up to the
Use this manual to learn about the overhead area and the roof. The
features of your new vehicle and content of this manual is orga-
how they operate. nized to follow this order. The vast
majority of your vehicle’s instru-
ments and controls are built into
these areas, and are discussed first
in this manual, in Section 1.

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• Section 2: Seats and • Section 3: Starting and • Section 4: Service and

Restraints Operating Instructions Maintenance
Next, focus on the center of Once you have been familiar- The Service and Maintenance
your vehicle: the seats and ized with your vehicle’s instru- section:
safety belts. Information about ments, controls, seats and - contains fuel information
these features and about your restraint systems in Sections 1
vehicle’s air bag system is cov- and 2, Section 3 outlines your - helps you locate the various
ered in Section 2. Section 2 vehicle’s starting and operating components in your vehicle’s
also includes any information instructions. This section engine compartment
pertaining to child restraints. includes information about - offers basic maintenance and
your keys and keyless entry (if fluid information for the
equipped), about the ignition major, easily-accessible
and vehicle starting, and about engine components (e.g., oil,
the transmission, transfer case coolant, transmission fluid,
(if equipped), parking, traction, power steering fluid, brake
steering, brake, and suspension fluid, refrigerant, washer
systems. It also covers your fluid, battery)
vehicle’s specific loading and
towing capabilities.

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- contains information about • Section 5: Problems on the CAUTION AND NOTICE BOXES
tyre inflation, inspection, rota- Road CAUTIONS and NOTICES alert you
tion and replacement This section tells you how to to conditions that may result in
- locates and describes your handle certain problems you injury, or that may damage your
vehicle’s fuses and circuit may have while driving. It cov- vehicle.
breakers ers:
- contains some bulb replace- - jump starting your vehicle CAUTION
ment instructions and specifi- - towing your vehicle Means: This can hurt people.
cations
- engine overheating
- includes major component NOTICE
specifications and capacities - changing a flat tyre
Each section begins with a brief Means: This can damage your
table of contents to help you vehicle.
locate the information you want.
Index
A good place to look for what you
need is the Index in back of the
manual. It's an alphabetical list of
what's in the manual, and the
page number where you'll find it.

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 Important Safety Precautions

SAFETY BELTS

CAUTION
Always wear your safety belt. Be
sure it is adjusted properly at all
times.
Do not let anyone ride where
they cannot wear a safety belt
properly. If you are in a crash
SEATING POSITION and you are not wearing a safe-
ty belt, you can be seriously CAUTION (Continued)
CAUTION injured or killed. In the same Wearing a safety belt improper-
crash, you might not be injured ly could cause serious injury.
Do not adjust the driver's seat if you are buckled up. Always
when the vehicle is moving. fasten your safety belt, and The lap part of the belt should
The seat could jerk and cause a check that your passengers' be worn low and snug on the
loss of control. belts are fastened properly, too. hips, just touching the thighs.
Sitting in a reclined position In a crash, this applies force to
when your vehicle is in motion the strong pelvic bones, and
can be dangerous. Even if you you would be less likely to slide
buckle up, your safety belts under the lap belt. If you slid
can't do their job when the under it, the belt would apply
seatback is excessively reclined. force to your abdomen. This
could cause serious or even fatal
injuries.

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 Important Safety Precautions

CAUTION (Continued)
Wear your belt fitted closely
against the body. Do not wear
your shoulder belt under your
arm. Make sure the belt is not
twisted across your body.
You could be seriously injured if
your belt is buckled in the
wrong place. Always buckle
your belt into the buckle near- CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION (Continued)
est you.
A safety belt must be used by A pregnant woman should
The shoulder belt should go only one person at a time. Do wear a lap-shoulder belt, and
over the shoulder and across not allow two children to share the lap portion should be worn
the chest. These parts of the the same belt. as low as possible throughout
body are best able to take belt the pregnancy.
restraining forces. Accident statistics show that
children are safer if they are
restrained in the rear seat.

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 Important Safety Precautions

AIR BAGS
CAUTION (Continued)
CAUTION Air bags are designed to be
Both the safety belt restraint used with the safety belts. Even
system and the air bag restraint with an air bag, if you are in a
system are designed to best crash and not wearing a safety
protect adults. belt, your injuries could be
much worse.
Anyone who is up against, or
very close to, an inflating air If you are too close to an inflat-
bag could be seriously injured ing air bag, it could seriously
or killed. CAUTION (Continued) injure you. Safety belts help
keep you in position in case an
Be sure that if children are too air bag inflates in a collision.
small to be well restrained by The driver should sit as far back
the safety belt system, that they as possible while still able to
are secured in an appropriate maintain control of the vehicle.
child restraint.
The path of an inflating air bag
The presence of an airbag is not must be kept clear of any
a substitute for a safety belt and objects at all times.
is only effective in conjunction
with the safety belts.

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 Important Safety Precautions

CHILDREN AND SAFETY

CAUTION (Continued) RESTRAINTS CAUTION (Continued)
When an air bag inflates, it A rear-facing child restraint in
leaves dust in the air. This dust CAUTION the front seat could be pushed
could cause breathing prob- Never hold a baby in your arms into the seatback by the front
lems for people with a history of while riding in a vehicle. During passenger's air bag if it inflates.
asthma or other breathing trou- a crash a baby will become so A child in a rear-facing child
ble. To avoid this, everyone in heavy you can’t hold it. For restraint can be seriously
the vehicle should get out as example, in a crash at only injured if this happens. In vehi-
soon as it is safe to do so. If you 40 km/h, a 5.5 kg baby will cles with the front passenger's
are unable to get out of the suddenly become a 110 kg inflatable restraint system,
vehicle, then open a window or force on your arms. The baby always secure a rear-facing
door. would be almost impossible to child restraint in the rear seat.
hold. Secure the baby in an
infant restraint.

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 Important Safety Precautions

CAUTION (Continued)
It is very dangerous to leave
children inside the vehicle for
any extended period of time -
especially in hot weather. When
you leave the vehicle, take your
children with you.

LEAVING YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION (Continued)
Infants who must use rear- CAUTION
facing child restraints cannot Avoid leaving your vehicle while
ride safely in passenger air bag- the engine is running.
equipped vehicles that do not
have rear seats. Do not leave children in the
vehicle with the ignition key.
If, however, you secure a They could operate the power
forward-facing child restraint in windows or other controls and
the front passenger seat, be could even make the vehicle
sure to move the front passen- move. A child or others could
ger seat as far back as it will go. be injured or even killed.

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 Important Safety Precautions

EXHAUST WARNINGS
CAUTION (Continued)
• Be sure the shift lever is in CAUTION
P (Park) and the parking • Things that can burn can
brake is firmly applied when touch hot exhaust parts
you leave your vehicle. under your vehicle and ignite.
• Keep your foot firmly on the Don’t park over papers,
brake pedal and do not race leaves, dry grass or other
the engine when shifting out things that can burn.
of P (Park) or N (Neutral). • Engine exhaust can kill. It
VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSIONS • Do not shift into D (Drive) or contains carbon monoxide
R (Reverse) when the engine (CO) gas, which you can’t see
CAUTION is racing. or smell. It can cause uncon-
• Do not shift into P (Park) sciousness and death.
If your vehicle is equipped with
an automatic transmission, while the vehicle is moving.
observe the following precau- Read Section 3, "Starting and
tions to ensure proper and safe Operating Instructions", for
operation. Otherwise, the vehi- more information.
cle may move suddenly and/or
cause an accident.

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CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION (Continued)

Do not leave children in a • It can also be very dangerous • Engine exhaust may also be
parked or stopped vehicle with to drive with the trunk, rear entering your vehicle if:
the engine running for an windows, hatch or rear doors – your exhaust system
extended period of time. open. If you must drive with sounds strange or different
• Do not idle the engine in a one of these open or with
their seal broken, make sure – your vehicle gets rusty
closed-in place, such as the underneath
garage. Carbon monoxide all other windows are closed
(CO) gas could get into your and turn the fan on to the – your vehicle has been
vehicle. highest speed using any set- damaged or improperly
ting that brings in outside air. serviced
• Idling the engine with the Doing this will force outside
windows closed and the air – the base of your vehicle,
air into the vehicle.
conditioning fan off (if especially your exhaust
equipped), may allow dan- • Make sure that no window, pipe, is blocked by snow or
gerous exhaust fumes into door, trunk or hatch at the debris
your vehicle. rear of the vehicle is open if
If you suspect that exhaust is
you are pulling a trailer.
entering your vehicle, drive
with all the windows open, turn
the air conditioning (if
equipped) on to any setting
that circulates outside air and
have the vehicle serviced imme-
diately.

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 Important Safety Precautions

WATER AND YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING ON HILLS

CAUTION (Continued)
CAUTION Flowing or rushing water CAUTION (Continued)
After a car wash or driving creates strong forces. If you try If you need to stop on a hill, do
through a puddle, the brakes to drive through flowing water, not hold the vehicle there with
may not work well. Apply light as you might at a low water the accelerator pedal. This
pedal pressure until the brakes crossing, your vehicle can be could damage the transmission.
work normally. carried away. As little as six Apply the brakes to hold the
inches of flowing water can vehicle in position.
Do not drive through deep carry away a smaller vehicle. If
puddles. If water enters into an this happens, you and other When you are going down a
air inlet, it might damage the vehicle occupants could drown. steep hill, use a lower shift
engine. If you must drive Don’t ignore police warning range, along with the brakes, to
through a puddle, drive careful- signs, and otherwise be very control the vehicle’s speed.
ly so as not to allow the water to cautious about trying to drive Do not coast downhill in
splash against the underbody of through flowing water. Neutral or with the ignition off.
the vehicle. The brakes could overheat and
you could have an accident.

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FUEL AND OTHER FLAMMABLE

CAUTION (Continued) MATERIALS
Things you put inside your vehi-
cle can strike and injure people CAUTION
in a sudden stop or turn, or in a Turn off the engine before
crash. Put things in the cargo refueling.
area of your vehicle and try to
spread the weight evenly. When you open the fuel filler
Never stack things inside the cap, open it slightly at first to
vehicle any higher than the release the pressure inside the
VEHICLE LOADING seatbacks. Do not leave unse- tank, then turn it all the way.
cured child restraints inside the Never fill a portable fuel
CAUTION vehicle. Try to secure anything container while it is in your
The components of your vehi- that is carried inside the vehicle. vehicle.
cle are designed to provide Dispense gasoline only into
satisfactory service if the vehicle approved containers.
is not loaded in excess of the
Do not smoke while pumping
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
gasoline.
Overloading can result in loss of
Do not carry combustible mate-
vehicle control and personal
rials, such as gasoline, in the
injury. It can also shorten the
vehicle.
service life of your vehicle.

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 Important Safety Precautions

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTION (Continued) PRECAUTIONS CAUTION
To allow room for fuel expan- Vehicle fluids can be hazardous.
sion in the fuel tank (caused by CAUTION Keep out of reach from children
heat from the engine), fill the To avoid personal injury, always and animals.
tank only until the pump’s turn off the ignition and
automatic nozzle shuts off. remove the key before working
under the hood, unless the
CAUTION procedure requires otherwise.
Do not put paper or flammable If it is necessary to perform
items in an ashtray. They may service or maintenance while
catch fire from a cigarette. the engine running, take care to
avoid unexpected or sudden
movements of the vehicle.
Set the parking brake firmly.
Shift the automatic transmis-
sion into P (Park) or your manu-
al transmission into N (Neutral).

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Batteries
CAUTION (Continued)
Fans or other moving engine CAUTION
parts can injure you badly. Keep Vehicle batteries can hurt you.
your hands, hair and loose They contain acid and electrici-
clothing away from moving ty that can burn and gas that
parts. can explode or ignite. Use care
Exercise extreme caution and follow any applicable
around the electric engine fan. instructions when working near
It sometimes starts by itself, a battery.
Engine Compartment even when the engine is not Do not let battery fluid touch
running.
CAUTION your skin. If you do get it in your
eyes or on your skin, flush the
Steam from an overheated place with water and get medi-
engine can burn you badly. CAUTION
cal help immediately.
Stay away from the engine if It is highly dangerous to touch
you see or hear steam coming live parts in the engine
from it. compartment while the ignition
Be careful when working is on.
around the engine compart-
ment. Some engine parts can
get very hot and could burn
you.

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 Important Safety Precautions

Towing Your Vehicle Cooling System

CAUTION (Continued)
Do not use a match or flame CAUTION CAUTION
near a vehicle’s battery. If you To help avoid injury to you or Do not run the engine if the
need more light, use a flash- others: coolant is leaking. If the vehicle
light. loses all coolant, it could cause
• Do not let anyone ride in a
Wear eye protection when vehicle that is being towed. an engine fire and you could be
working near any battery. burned.
• Do not tow faster than safe or
If a battery has filler caps, be posted speeds. Adding only plain water or a
sure the right amount of fluid is liquid other than the recom-
there. If it is low, add water to • Be sure to secure any loose or mended coolant can be
make sure that there is no damaged parts. dangerous. The engine could
explosive gas present. • Never get under a vehicle overheat, but you would not
after it has been lifted. get the overheat warning. The
engine could catch on fire and
• Always use separate safety
you or others could be burned.
chains on each side of the
vehicle.

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Changing a Flat Tyre

CAUTION (Continued)
Under some conditions the CAUTION
ethylene glycol in engine cool- Changing a tyre can cause inju-
ant is combustible. To avoid ry. The vehicle can slip off the
being burned, do not spill cool- jack and injure you or other
ant on the exhaust system or on people.
hot engine parts. If you have
any doubt, have this operation Getting under a vehicle when it
performed by a qualified is jacked up is dangerous. If the
technician. vehicle slips off the jack, you
CAUTION (Continued) could be badly injured or killed.
Steam and scalding liquids from Never get under a vehicle when
a hot cooling system can blow it is supported only by a jack.
out and burn you badly. Never
turn the cap when the engine
and cooling system are hot.

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 Important Safety Precautions

CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION

Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on If any warning light on the
the parts to which it is fastened, instrument panel illuminates
can make the wheel nuts while you are driving, immedi-
become loose after a time. The ately park your vehicle in a safe
wheel could come off and cause place, and follow the instruc-
an accident. When you change tions in this manual.
a wheel, remove any rust or dirt If the engine stalls while you are
from the places where the driving, the power-assisted
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In System Problems brake and steering systems will
an emergency, you could use a not work properly, and braking
cloth or a paper towel to do CAUTION and steering will require
this; but be sure to use a scraper Driving with the brake warning substantial effort. Try to pull
or wire brush later, if necessary, light on can lead to an accident. over to a safe place before your
to get all the rust or dirt off. Have the brakes checked imme- vehicle stops.
diately if the brake warning
light stays on.
Do not keep driving with low oil
pressure. Your engine could
overheat and may catch on fire.
You or others could be burned.
Check the oil as soon as possi-
ble and have your vehicle
serviced.

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Additional Safety Cautions I
NOTICE CAUTION (Continued) s
Additional electronic equip- CAUTION Medical research shows that u
ment, such as a CB radio, cellu- Drinking and driving is very alcohol in a person’s system can e
lar phone, navigation package dangerous. Your reflexes, make crash injuries worse. This
or two-way radio, may interfere perceptions, attentiveness and is especially true of injuries to
with the operation of your vehi- judgment can be affected by the brain, spinal cord or heart.
cle’s engine, radio or other elec- even a small amount of alcohol. This means that when any
tronic systems and even You can have a serious, or even person who has been drinking -
damage them. Please consult fatal collision if you drive after whether a driver or a passenger
with an authorized GM dealer drinking. Please don’t drink and - is in a crash, that person’s
before installing electronic drive or ride with a driver who chance of being killed or
equipment. has been drinking. Ride home permanently disabled is higher
in a cab or designate a driver than if the person had not been
who will not drink. drinking.

CAUTION
Unlocked doors can be danger-
ous. Make sure to lock all doors
while riding in the vehicle.
Turn the cruise control switch
off when you are not using it.

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1
In- Dash- and Console-Mounted Instruments Sound System.................................................. 51
str and Controls...................................................25 Sound System with Cassette Tape Player
um Instrument Cluster ..........................................28 (AKL-3105, 3106) .......................................... 52
en- Indicator and Warning Lights ..........................29 Power Control................................................. 52
Digital Clock ..................................................40 Sound Menu................................................... 53
Hazard Warning Flasher Control......................41 Radio Controls ................................................ 55
Lights ...............................................................41 Cassette Tape Player ....................................... 57
Lights Main Switch..........................................41 Anti-Theft Feature .......................................... 58
Daytime Running Lights .................................42 Sound System with Cassette Tape Player
Turn Signal .....................................................43 and CD/MP3 Player (AGK-6390) .................... 60
High-Low Beam Control..................................43 Power/Volume Control ................................... 60
Fog Lights ......................................................44 Sound Menu................................................... 61
Rear Fog Lights ..............................................45 Radio Controls ................................................ 63
Hazard Warning Flashers .................................45 Cassette Tape Player ....................................... 66
Dome Light.....................................................45 CD/MP3 Player ............................................... 68
Heating and Air Conditioning System ............46 AF (area frequency) Code ............................... 75
Air Outlets.......................................................48 Auxiliary Device Input Jack .............................. 76
Operating Tips ................................................49 Antenna .......................................................... 77
Rear Window Defogger...................................50

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Controls Mounted on Steering Windows.......................................................... 85

Wheel/Column ...............................................78 Manual Windows ............................................ 85
Exterior Lights Control Lever ...........................78 Power Windows ............................................. 86
Horn ...............................................................78 Doors ............................................................... 87
Ignition Switch................................................78 Manual Door Locks ......................................... 88
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever......................79 Central Locking System .................................. 89
Mirrors .............................................................82 Rear Door Security Lock .................................. 89
Outside Mirrors...............................................82 Rear Cargo Area .............................................. 90
Inside Day/Night Mirror ..................................84 Rear Hatch ...................................................... 90
Vanity Mirrors ................................................84 Convenience Net ............................................ 91
Spare Tyre, Jack and Vehicle Tools ................... 92

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Overhead Area and Roof.................................92 Storage ............................................................ 95

Sunroof ..........................................................92 Glove Box ....................................................... 95
Sun Visors .......................................................93 Instrument Panel Storage Trays....................... 96
Assist Handles .................................................93 Cupholders ..................................................... 96
Sunglasses Holder ..........................................94 Card Holder .................................................... 96
Luggage Carrier .............................................94 Sunglasses Holder .......................................... 97
Underseat Storage ......................................... 97
Shopping Hooks ............................................. 97
Convenience Net ........................................... 98
Ashtray and Lighter ........................................ 98

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1 7 5 6 5 4 3 2

A/C

8 9 10 12 11 14 13 1

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 Section 1

■ DASH- AND CONSOLE- 3. Indicator and Warning Lights 9. Sound System (If equipped)
Display
MOUNTED 10. Heating and Air Conditioning
INSTRUMENTS AND 4. Exterior Light Controls System (If equipped)
CONTROLS 5. Center Vent 11. Lighter (If equipped)
1. Side Vent 6. Instrument Cluster 12. Ashtray (If equipped)
2. Windshield Wiper/Washer 7. Hazard Warning Flashers 13. Hood Release
Lever and Rear Wiper/Washer Switch 14. Card Holder
8. Glove Box

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5 3 4

H M S

1 2 8 7

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6 3 4

H M S

1 2 8 7

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Instrument Cluster Each trip odometer can tell 3. Speedometer

you how far your vehicle has The speedometer displays the
The instrument cluster shown is
been driven since you last set vehicle's speed.
typical. Your actual cluster may
the trip odometer to zero.
vary depending on the particular The reading will be indicated
options included in your vehicle. For more information, see in metric units of km/h (kilo-
"Trip Odometer Reset Button" meters per hour).
The instrument cluster is designed
later in this section.
to let you know at a glance how 4. Fuel Gauge
your vehicle is running. 2. Trip Odometer Reset Button
The fuel gauge shows how
1. Odometer/Trip Odometer Press the trip odometer reset much fuel is in the fuel tank.
button to toggle between the The fuel gauge works only when
The odometer shows how far
odometer and the two trip the ignition is on.
your vehicle has been driven.
odometers.
The reading will be indicated After adding fuel and restart-
To set a trip odometer to zero, ing the engine, the fuel gauge
in metric units of kilometers.
display the trip odometer, pointer slowly moves to show
Your vehicle has two trip then press and hold the reset the new fuel level.
odometers which are distin- button.
guished Movement of fuel within the
as TRIP A (trip A) and TRIP B fuel tank causes the fuel gauge
(trip B). pointer to move when you
brake, accelerate or turn.

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5. Tachometer (If equipped)

NOTICE Indicator and Warning
The tachometer displays en- Lights
gine speed in thousands of Continuing to drive your vehi-
cle with an overheated engine Your vehicle has a number of
revolutions per minute (RPM). warning lights.
can result in severe engine
NOTICE damage. The warning lights go on when
See "Engine Overheating" in there may be or there is a problem
Do not operate the engine with with one of your vehicle's func-
the tachometer in the red area, Section 5.
tions. Some warning lights come
or engine damage may occur. on briefly when you turn the igni-
7. Digital Clock (If equipped)
tion key just to let you know
6. Engine Coolant Temperature See "Digital Clock" later in this they're working properly.
Gauge (If equipped) section.
Most of the warning lights and
This gauge shows the engine 8. Security System Light indicators are located on the
coolant temperature. If the See "Theft Deterrent System" instrument panel, above the steer-
pointer moves into the red ar- in Section 3 for information. ing column.
ea, the engine is too hot!
The ignition must be on for
this feature to work.

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If you have a problem with the oil,

this light may stay on after you NOTICE
start the engine, or come on while Do not keep driving with low oil
you are driving. This indicates that pressure. Severe engine
oil is not going through the engine damage can result from driving
quickly enough to keep it lubricat- the vehicle with low oil pres-
ed. The engine could be low on sure. Check the oil as soon as
oil, or could have some other oil possible and add oil if neces-
problem. Have it fixed right away. sary. If the oil level is normal,
Check the oil and add if needed. have your vehicle serviced.
Engine Oil Pressure Warning
Light See "Engine Oil" in Section 4 for
more information.
This light should come on when
the ignition is on but the engine is If the oil level is normal, have the
not running, as a check to show lubricating system inspected by a
you it is working properly. dealer.

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3. If the drive belt is in proper

NOTICE working order but the charg-
Driving while this light is on ing system warning lamp stays
could damage the vehicle. on, there may be a problem
somewhere in the charging
If the light comes on while driving: system.
1. Stop and park the vehicle in a Have the vehicle serviced as
safe place. soon as possible.
2. Make sure the drive belt is not
Charging System Light loose or broken.
This light should come on when See "Drive Belt" in Section 4 for
the ignition is on but the engine is more information.
not running, as a check to show
you it is working properly.
If it stays on, or comes on while
you are driving, you may have a
problem with the electrical charg-
ing system. Have it checked right
away.

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Allow the engine to idle for a few

minutes.
If the light stays on, turn the
engine off.
Have the vehicle serviced as soon
as possible.
See Sections 4 and 5 for more
information on your vehicle’s cool-
ing system.
Engine Coolant Temperature Brake System Warning Light
Light (If equipped) This light should come on when
This light tells you that the engine the ignition is on but the engine is
coolant has overheated. not running, as a check to show
If you have been driving under you it is working properly.
normal operating conditions, pull If the light comes on while you
over and stop the vehicle as soon are driving, pull over and stop
as it is safe to do so. carefully.
If the light stays on, have the vehi-
cle towed for service. The brake
system should be inspected right
away.

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CAUTION NOTICE CAUTION

Driving with the brake warning Driving with the parking brake Do not drive the vehicle if the
light on can lead to an accident. on can cause the brake system brake warning light does not
Have the brakes checked imme- to overheat and may result in come on when the parking
diately if the brake warning premature wear or damage to brake is engaged and the igni-
light stays on. brake system components. tion is on.
Always check that the parking
This light also comes on when you brake is fully released before If the light does not come on when
set your parking brake while the you begin to drive. the ignition is turned on and the
ignition is on. parking brake is engaged, you may
The light stays on until the ignition If the warning light stays on after have a problem with a bulb.
is turned off or the parking brake is the parking brake is fully released, See your dealer for service.
fully released. it means you may have a brake
problem.
Make sure the parking brake is
fully released before driving the Check the brake fluid level.
vehicle. See "Brake Fluid" in Section 4.

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If the regular brake warning light

isn't on, you still have brakes, but CAUTION
you don't have antilock brakes. If the regular brake system
warning light is also on, the
CAUTION vehicle does not have antilock
Driving with any brake warning brakes and there is a problem
light on can lead to an accident. with the regular brakes. Pull off
Have the brakes checked imme- the road and stop carefully.
diately if any brake warning Have the vehicle towed for
light stays on. service.
Antilock Brake System Warning
Light (If equipped) See "Antilock Brake System" in
Have the vehicle serviced as soon
This light should come on as you as possible. Section 3 for more information.
turn on the ignition and it may
stay on for a few seconds. If it does
not, have it fixed.
If it stays on or comes on while you
are driving, there may be a prob-
lem with this system.

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If a severe misfire level is detected,

NOTICE the light will blink continuously.
If you keep driving your vehicle Severe misfire can damage the
with this light on, after a while, catalytic converter (if equipped).
your emission controls may not
work as well, your fuel economy The vehicle's electronic system will
may not be as good and your switch to an emergency running
engine may not run as smooth- program so the vehicle can still be
ly. This could lead to costly driven. However, have the vehicle
repairs. serviced as soon as possible.
Malfunction Indicator Light See your dealer for service.
This light monitors the emission
control system.
This light should come on when
the ignition is on but the engine is
not running, as a check to show
you it is working properly.
If it stays on or comes on while you
are driving, there may be a prob-
lem with this system.
The light will stay on as long as a
fault is detected.

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Automatic Transmission Light Overdrive Defeat Light Safety Belt Reminder Light
(If equipped) (If equipped) If the driver’s belt is still not buck-
This light should come on as you This light should come on when led when the ignition is turned on,
turn on the ignition and it may the Overdrive Defeat feature is a light will come on to remind you
stay on for a few seconds. If it does activated. to fasten your safety belts.
not, have it fixed. See "Overdrive Defeat" under
If it stays on or comes on while you "Automatic Transmission" in
are driving, there may be a prob- Section 3 for information.
lem with this system.
Have the vehicle serviced as soon
as possible.

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If the air bag light does not flash

when the ignition is turned on, or CAUTION
if it stays on, comes on while you If the air bag light stays on or
are driving, or flashes while you comes on while you are driving,
are driving, there may be a prob- there may be a problem with
lem with the air bag system or the this system. The air bags may
safety belt pretensioner system. not inflate in a crash, or they
Have the vehicle serviced right may inflate even when there
away. hasn’t been a crash. To avoid
injury to yourself or others,
Air Bag Light (If equipped) have the vehicle serviced right
The air bag light should flash for a away.
few seconds when the ignition is
turned to the on position, to indi- See Section 2 for more informa-
cate that the system is operational. tion.

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Low Fuel Light Turn Signal Indicators/Hazard High Beam Indicator

This light will come on when there Warning Flasher Indicators The indicator light turns on when
are approximately 4.5 liters of fuel An arrow will flash in the direction the headlights are set to high
remaining in the tank. of the turn or lane change when beams.
Refill the tank as soon as possible. the turn signal is activated.
Both arrows will flash when
NOTICE the hazard warning flasher is
Do not let the vehicle run out of activated.
fuel. See "Lights" later in this section for
Running out of fuel can more information.
damage the catalytic converter
(if equipped).

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Fog Lights Indicator (If Rear Fog Lights Indicator Door Ajar Light
equipped) (If equipped) This light turns on if a door is ajar.
This light will come on when the This light will come on when the
fog lights are turned on. See "Fog rear fog lights are turned on. See
Lights" later in this section for "Rear Fog Lights" later in this
more information. section for more information.

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Light Controls
See "Lights" later in this section for
M S
more information.
H

Heating and Air

Conditioning System (If
equipped)
H M S

Your vehicle may be equipped

with a heating and air condition-
Security System Light Digital Clock (If equipped) ing system. See "Heating and Air
See "Theft Deterrent System" in With the ignition in the accessory Conditioning" later in this section
Section 3 for information. or on position, the digital clock for more information on how to
displays the time. operate the system.
To set the clock: Sound System
• Press and hold H to change the See "Sound System", later in this
hour. section, to find out how to operate
• Press and hold M to change your vehicle's radio.
the minutes.
• To reset the clock to the near-
est hour, press S.
Remember to reset the clock each
time you disconnect and then
reconnect the battery or replace a
fuse.
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Hazard Warning Flasher Rear Hatch Release ■ LIGHTS

Control (If equipped)
The hazard warning flasher control With this option you can open the
CAUTION
is located at the center of the hatch from inside your vehicle. Make sure all exterior light
instrument panel. bulbs, lamps, signaling systems,
Pull up the release lever located
and warning indicators are
See "Lights" later in this section for near the front corner of the driver's
clean and working properly to
more information. seat.
avoid accidents that could
See "Rear Cargo Area" later in this result in personal injury or
Hood Release section. damage to the vehicle.
Use the hood release handle,
located on the lower, driver's side Parking Brake/Release
of the instrument panel, to open The parking brake lever is located
Lights Main Switch
the hood. See Section 4 for more between the front seats. The lever The main light controls are located
information. is used to set and release the park- on the exterior lights control lever.
ing brake. The main light switch controls
Fuel Door Release
See "Parking Brake" in Section 3 for these light systems:
Pull up the release lever located
information on how to properly • Headlights
near the front corner of the driver's
set and release the parking brake.
seat. • Taillights
See "Fuel Door Release" in Section • Parking lights
4 for more information.
• License lights
• Instrument panel lights

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Daytime Running Lights

(If Equipped)
This feature makes your daytime
running lights automatically turn
on during the day so that it is
easier for others to see the front of
your vehicle.
The parking lights and headlights
must be off for this feature to
Rotate the band to OFF to turn off Instrument Light Dimmer work.
all the lights. The instrument light dimmer The engine must be running.
Rotate the band to to turn on controls the brightness of the
your parking and other operating instrument panel lights.
lights. The headlights will not The control is located on the
come on. instrument panel, next to the light
Rotate the band to to turn on switch.
your headlights. The parking and Rotate the dial up to increase
other operating lights will also brightness and down to decrease
come on. brightness.
If you turn the ignition to LOCK or
ACC (accessory), the headlights
will turn off automatically.

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If the arrows don't flash, check for

burned out indicator bulbs and
check the fuse.

CAUTION
These indicators are required
for safe driving.
Immediately replace any
burned out indicator bulbs.
Turn Signal Failure to keep the indicators in High-Low Beam Control
To signal a turn, move the lever all proper working condition can The low beam headlights must be
the way up (right) or down (left). cause a collision resulting in on in order for this feature to work.
When the turn is over, the lever personal injuries and damage to
the vehicle or other property. Push the lever toward the front of
will return automatically. To signal the vehicle to turn on the high
a lane change, just raise or lower beams.
the lever until the arrow starts to Shorter than usual flashes of the
flash. Hold it there until you indicator lights mean that exterior When the high beams are on, the
complete your lane change. turn signal bulbs may be burned High Beam Indicator light will also
out. be on.
An arrow on the Indicator and
Warning Lights Display will flash in If a bulb is burned out, replace it to
the direction of the turn or lane help avoid an accident.
change.

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Pull the lever back to the center

position to return to low beams.

CAUTION
Always switch the high beam
headlights to low beam when
you approach on-coming vehi-
cles or when other vehicles are
ahead of you.
High beam headlights can You may be able to flash your high Fog Lights (If equipped)
temporarily blind other drivers, beams to signal other drivers.
which could result in a collision. Rotate the band up to ON to turn
To do this, pull the lever toward your fog lights on. Your fog lights
you and then release it. operate only with the low beam
headlights.
When the fog lights are on, the
indicator light will also be on.
Rotate the band to OFF to turn
your fog lights off.

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HI
LO
INT
OFF

Rear Fog Lights Hazard Warning Flashers Dome Light

(If equipped) The hazard warning flasher control The dome light switch has three
The rear fog light control is on the is located at the center of the positions. Move the switch to ON
windshield wiper/washer lever. instrument panel. to turn the light on manually.
Press the flasher button in to make Move the switch to the center
Twist the end of the lever to turn
your front and rear turn signal position if you want the light to
the rear fog lights on and off.
lights flash on and off. It works in turn on automatically whenever a
The rear fog lights only operate if door is opened. Move the switch
whichever position your ignition
the low beam headlights are on. to OFF to keep the light off at all
key is in, and even if the key isn't
When the rear fog lights are on, in. times.
the indicator light will also be on.
Press the button again to turn this
feature off.
For important safety and mainte-
nance information, see "Turn
Signal" earlier in this section.

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CAUTION
C F B G
Avoid using the dome light and
reading lights while driving in
the dark. A lighted passenger
compartment reduces visibility A/C
in the dark and could cause a
collision.

D E 3 A 2 1

■ HEATING AND AIR Turn the temperature knob to

the red area for warmer air or
CONDITIONING SYSTEM to the blue area for cooler air.
1. Air Temperature Selector
This knob controls the tempera-
ture.

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2. Fan Speed Selector Heating A/C Compressor Button

Turn the knob to the right to Use  to direct most of the airflow (If equipped)
increase fan speed, or to the through the floor outlets, with Press  to turn the air condition-
left to decrease fan speed. some air going to the windshield ing compressor on.
There are five fan speed set- and side window defroster outlets. The engine must be running in
tings: OFF, 1, 2, 3 and 4. Heating/Defogging order for this feature to work.
3. Air Outlet Selector Use  to direct airflow through the The indicator light in the button
Turn the knob to direct air flow windshield and side window defrost- should turn on.
through the desired outlets. er outlets and the floor outlets. Adjust the fan speed.
Off Setting Defrosting Note:
Turning the Fan Speed Selector all Use  to direct airflow through The fan must be turned on for
the way to the left turns the system the windshield and side window the air conditioning compressor
off. However, outside air still defroster outlets. to work.
comes into the vehicle when it is Recirculation
moving.
Slide the lever  to to recir-
Ventilation culate the air in your vehicle. This
Use  to direct airflow through is useful for keeping the dust out
the instrument panel outlets. or when quick heating or cooling
is desired.
Blending
Don’t use this setting for an
Use  to direct airflow through extended period of time because it
both the instrument panel outlets may fog up the windows.
and the floor outlets.
Slide the lever to to circulate
outside air into your vehicle.
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C F B G
NOTICE
A/C Using your air conditioning
system while driving up long
hills or in heavy traffic can cause
the engine to overheat.
Check the engine coolant
temperature gauge or warning
D E 3 A 2 1
light.
Press  again to turn the compres- If the engine is overheating, Air Outlets
sor off. turn the air conditioning
compressor off. To open an outlet, press on its
You may notice water drip under cover.
the engine sometimes after driving
Rotate the cover to direct airflow
with air conditioning on. This is
as desired.
normal because your cooling
system removes moisture from the
air.
Because the compressor of the
cooling system shares the engine
power, you may notice a slight
change in engine power and
performance when the compres-
sor operates.

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Operating Tips • To defog the windows on rainy • To quickly defog or defrost the
days or in high humidity, turn front windshield, use the
• Before using the air condition-
on the air conditioning com- defrosting mode, set the tem-
ing system, open the windows
pressor. perature to warm, and set the
for a few minutes to permit hot
• Turn on the air conditioning for fan at the highest speed.
air to escape if the vehicle has
been parked in direct sunlight. a few minutes at least once a • Defroster mode will operate
week, even in the winter or with the air conditioner on or
• For maximum cooling, select
when the air conditioning sys- off.
the ventilation mode and the
tem is not being used regularly. • Turn the air conditioner on to
highest fan speed. Make sure
This maintains proper lubrica- improve the efficiency of the
the air conditioning compres-
tion of the compressor and defroster.
sor is turned on. Rotate the
seals, prolonging the service
temperature control knob to • Do not use the heating/defog-
life of the system.
select the coolest temperature ging mode or the defrosting
and activate the recirculation • Driving in stop-and-go traffic mode in extremely humid
mode. may reduce the effectiveness of weather when the tempera-
the air conditioning system. ture control is set to cold.

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Rear Window Defogger Heated Mirrors (If equipped)

The outside mirrors may be heated
CAUTION every time the rear defogger is
Less than clear vision for the activated.
driver can lead to an accident
resulting in personal injury and NOTICE
damage to your vehicle or other Do not use the rear window
property. defogger under the following
conditions:
The ignition must be on for this Press this button to defog your • Engine is not running.
feature to work. rear window. To turn it off, press
• You are just starting your
the button again.
vehicle.
The indicator light in the button
• There is a buildup of snow or
will glow when the system is on.
ice on the rear window.
Be sure to turn the defogger off
Operating the rear window
after the window is clear.
defogger under these condi-
tions could drain the battery.
This can damage your vehicle,
requiring the replacement of
some parts.

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NOTICE ■ SOUND SYSTEM NOTICE

Don't use a razor blade or CAUTION Audio systems can be damaged
anything else that is sharp on when the vehicle is started with
Road safety has absolute priori-
the inside of the rear window. external jumper leads or a
ty. Only operate the sound
Do not use abrasive window booster battery.
system if the road and traffic
cleaners on the rear window. Turn the audio system off
conditions allow you to do so.
You could cut, scratch or before jump starting the
The driver’s full attention is
damage the warming grid. vehicle.
always required while driving.

Your vehicle may be equipped

CAUTION with one of the following sound
When inside your vehicle, you systems:
should always be able to hear • Sound System with Cassette
emergency vehicles’ sirens. Tape Player (AKL-3105, 3106)
Make sure the sound system • Sound System with Cassette
volume is set to a reasonable Tape Player and CD/MP3 Player
level. (AGK-6390)

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SOUND SYSTEM WITH

CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER
(AKL-3105, 3106) A B C D E
The following pages describe the
sound system in your vehicle, and
how to get the best performance
from it.
Your audio system is equipped
with the following audio sources:
• Radio
• Cassette Tape Player

NOTICE
H G F
High power supply can damage
the audio system.
Do not exceed 14 volts (DC).
Power Control Each time the audio system is
turned on, it will recall your most
The ignition key must be in ACC or
recent audio settings.
ON for your audio system to work.
Press  to turn the system on and
off.

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Sound Menu Volume Control Bass Control

Use the SND (sound) button  to Press the up or down arrow on the The bass control, BAS, increases or
access the sound menu and adjust volume switch  to increase or decreases the bass tone.
the audio volume, tone and speak- decrease the volume. To adjust the bass, do the follow-
er settings. The volume level will appear on ing:
Each time you press the button a the display. 1. Press the SND button 
different sound mode will appear After making adjustments, the repeatedly to select this dis-
on the display in the following display will return to the full audio play.
order: VOL (volume), BAS (bass), system display in five seconds.
TRE (treble), FAD (fader) and BAL 2. Press the up or down arrow on
(balance). the VOL control  repeatedly
to adjust the tone as desired.
After choosing the desired mode,
press the up or down arrow on the The bass level will appear on
VOL control  to adjust the the display.
setting. The highest bass level is +5
After making adjustments, the and lowest is -5.
display will return to the full audio 0 indicates the middle sound
system display in five seconds. level.
After making adjustments, the
display will return to the full audio
system display in five seconds.

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Treble Control Balance Control 2. Press the up or down arrow on

The treble control, TRE, increases Choosing BAL allows you to adjust the VOL control  repeatedly
or decreases the treble tone. the sound between the right and to adjust the speakers as
left speakers. desired.
To adjust the treble, do the
following: To adjust the speaker balance, do The balance level will appear
the following: on the display.
1. Press the SND button 
repeatedly to select this dis- 1. Press the SND button  The right speaker level is dis-
play. repeatedly to select this dis- played as R1 to R15.
2. Press the up or down arrow on play. The left speaker level is dis-
the VOL control  repeatedly played as L1 to L15.
to adjust the tone as desired. The middle 0 position balances
The treble level will appear on the sound between the
the display. speakers.
0 indicates the original sound After making adjustments, the
level. display will return to the full audio
system display in five seconds.
The highest treble level is +5
and lowest is -5.
After making adjustments, the
display will return to the full audio
system display in five seconds.

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Fader Control 2. Press the up or down arrow on Radio Controls

Choosing FAD allows you to adjust the VOL control  repeatedly
Source Selection
the sound between the front and to adjust the speakers as
desired. If a cassette is already loaded when
rear speakers.
the radio is turned on, the tape will
To adjust the speaker fade, do the The fade level will appear on
begin to play.
following: the display.
To stop playing the cassette and
1. Press the SND button  The front speaker level is
switch to the radio, eject the
repeatedly to select this dis- displayed as F1 to F15.
cassette.
play. The rear speaker level is
Band Selection
displayed as R1 to R15.
Press BND  repeatedly to switch
The middle 0 position balances
between the following radio
the sound between the
bands:
speakers.
• FM1
After making adjustments, the
display will return to the full audio • FM2
system display in five seconds. • AM (MW)
• LW

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Manual Tuning
Press the up or down arrow on the
TUNE control  for less than a half
A B C D E
second to manually tune the radio
step by step to either a higher or
lower frequency.
The frequency of the AM band
changes 9kHz (or 5kHz or 10 kHz)
each time and the frequency of the
FM band changes 50kHz (or
100kHz or 200kHz) each time.

H G F

Station Seeking The radio will go to the next high-

Press the up or down arrow on the er or lower station and stay there.
TUNE control .
You must press the button for
more than a half second.

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Preset Station Buttons Cassette Tape Player Rewinding

The station preset buttons � allow Insert the cassette with the tape Press �� � to move quickly back
you to store and quickly recall six visible to the right. to another part of the tape.
stations on each band. The tape direction arrow will flash
The tape will begin to play once it
To store a radio station as a preset, is inserted. during this operation.
do the following: Press �� to stop this function.
PLAY will appear when a tape is
1. Press BND � repeatedly to active. Note:
select the desired radio band.
Fast Forwarding When the tape is fully rewound
2. Tune in the station. it automatically plays the begin-
Press �� � to move quickly
3. Press and hold the desired ahead to another part of the tape. ning of the same side of the
preset button for more than tape.
The tape direction arrow will flash
two seconds. Cassette Tape: Switching Sides
during this operation.
To select a preset station, press the Press the �� and �� buttons �
Press �� to stop this function.
corresponding preset station at the same time to play the other
button for less than one second. Note:
side of the tape.
When one side of the tape is
done fast forwarding, the auto
reverse feature automatically
plays the other side of the tape.

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Auto Reverse Anti-Theft Feature You must unlock the radio with the
When one side of the tape is done (If equipped) security code before you can oper-
playing, the auto reverse feature ate it.
An identification card stamped
automatically plays the other side with the AF (area frequency) code The security light will flash when
of the tape. and the security code number is the ignition key is removed, and
Tape Eject Button provided with the vehicle. Keep it will disappear when the ignition
in a safe place, not in the vehicle. switch is turned to the accessory
Press  (located next to the position.
cassette tape slot) to eject the The audio security system acti-
tape. vates immediately whenever the
audio is disconnected from the
The audio system will switch to
battery. It is protected by a securi-
radio mode.
ty code.

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To enter the security code: 4. CODE will flash on the display. If you fail to enter the security code
1. Turn the ignition to the on or 5. Enter your security code into correctly, ERR will be displayed for
accessory position. the unit using the preset a few seconds. CODE will then be
buttons. displayed again. Repeat the previ-
2. Turn the audio system on. ous procedure to enter the security
AF or CODE will flash on the When the complete four-digit code again.
display. If AF is displayed, go security code is entered, the
complete security code will If you fail to enter the correct AF
to step 3. If CODE is displayed, code, an incorrect frequency level
go to step 5. flash three times. The audio
system will be fully functional may be chosen and radio recep-
3. Enter the AF (area frequency) and the radio will begin to op- tion may be affected. If this occurs,
code into the unit using the erate. reset the audio system by remov-
preset buttons. ing and then reinserting the
AUDIO fuse from the interior fuse
block. Then repeat the "To enter
the security code" procedure.
Note:
When you remove the AUDIO
fuse, keep it out for at least five
minutes before reinstalling it.

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SOUND SYSTEM WITH

CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER B C D
AND CD/MP3 PLAYER
(AGK-6390)
The following pages describe the K L
sound system in your vehicle, and
how to get the best performance
H I
from it.
Your audio system is equipped
with the following audio sources: F E
• Radio
G M
• Cassette Tape Player
• CD/MP3 Player

J A J

Power/Volume Control Tap  to silence the system. Tap it

again to turn the sound back on.
Press  to turn the system on and
off.
Rotate the power/volume knob 
to the right to increase the volume
and to the left to decrease the
volume.

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Sound Menu Bass Control Treble Control

Use the SOUND (sound) button  The bass control, BAS, increases or The treble control, TRE, increases
to access the sound menu. decreases the bass tone. or decreases the treble tone.
Each time you press the button a To adjust the bass, do the follow- To adjust the treble, do the
different sound mode will appear ing: following:
on the display. 1. Press the SOUND button  1. Press the SOUND button 
After choosing the desired mode, repeatedly to select this dis- repeatedly to select this dis-
rotate the power/volume knob  play. play.
to the right or left to adjust the 2. Rotate the power/volume 2. Rotate the power/volume
selected mode. knob  to the right or left to knob  to the right or left to
After making adjustments, press adjust the tone as desired. adjust the tone as desired.
the SOUND button  again. The bass level will appear on The treble level will appear on
the display. the display.
After making adjustments, press After making adjustments, press
the SOUND button  again. the SOUND button  again.

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Balance Control Fader Control 2. Rotate the power/volume

Choosing BAL allows you to adjust Choosing FAD allows you to adjust knob  to the right or left to
the sound between the right and the sound between the front and adjust the speakers as desired.
left speakers. rear speakers. The fade level will appear on
To adjust the speaker balance, do To adjust the speaker fade, do the the display.
the following: following: After making adjustments, press
1. Press the SOUND button  1. Press the SOUND button  the SOUND button  again.
repeatedly to select this dis- repeatedly to select this dis-
play. play.
2. Rotate the power/volume
knob  to the right or left to
adjust the speakers as desired.
The balance level will appear
on the display.
After making adjustments, press
the SOUND button  again.

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Equalization Settings 2. Rotate the power/volume Radio Controls

Choosing EQ OFF allows you to knob  to scroll through the
Source Selection
select one of several preset equal- available equalization settings.
Press AM/FM  to stop playing
ization settings that suit different This feature has settings for the
the cassette or disc and switch to
kinds of music or radio stations. following types of music or sta-
the radio.
To select an equalization setting, tions: classical (CLASSIC),
dance (DANCE), rock (ROCK), Band Selection
do the following:
jazz (JAZZ), pop (POP), spo- Press AM/FM  repeatedly to
1. Press the SOUND button  ken voice (VOICE) and techno switch between the following
repeatedly to select this dis- (TECHNO). radio bands:
play.
To turn this feature off, select • FM1
OFF.
• FM2
After making adjustments, press
the SOUND button  again. • AM

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Manual Tuning
Press the up or down arrow on the B C D
TUNE switch  to manually tune
the radio step by step to either a
higher or lower frequency.
The frequency of the AM band K L
changes 9 kHz each time and the
frequency of the FM band changes H I
200 kHz each time.

F E

G M

J A J

Station Seeking The radio will go to the next high-

Press the up or down arrow on the er or lower station and stay there.
SEEK/AST switch  to tune the
radio to either a higher or lower
station.

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PRESETTING STATIONS Presetting Stations Manually Presetting Stations

The station preset buttons  allow To store a radio station as a preset, Automatically
you to store and quickly recall six do the following: This feature allows you to store the
stations on each band. 1. Press AM/FM  repeatedly to radio stations with the strongest
See "Presetting Stations Manually" select the desired radio band. signals as presets.
for more information. 2. Tune in the station. AM stations are stored to the AM-
The radio's Autostore feature A autostore band and FM stations
3. Press and hold the desired are stored to the FM-A autostore
allows you to automatically store preset button for more than
radio stations with the strongest band.
one second.
reception as the presets on two
additional radio bands, AM-A and The current push-button num-
FM-A. ber will flash on the display.
See "Presetting Stations Automati- Repeat the steps for each preset
cally" for more information. button.
To select a preset station, press the
corresponding preset station
button.

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To use this feature, do the follow- 4. Once the stations are stored, Cassette Tape Player
ing: the radio will switch to FM1
Insert the cassette with the tape
1. Press AM/FM  repeatedly to and the first preset station will
visible to the right.
select the desired radio band. begin to play.
LOAD will appear on the display.
2. Press and hold the SEEK/AST FM-A will appear on the dis-
play when you are listening to PLAY will appear when a tape is
button  for two seconds
the autostore stations. active.
until AUTO SCANNING (auto
scanning) appears on the dis- 5. Press AM/FM  to stop this Source Selection
play. feature. Press AM/FM  to stop playing
SCANNING (scanning) will the cassette or disc and switch to
flash on the display. the radio.
3. The radio will automatically Press CD/AUX  to stop playing
search the band and store the the cassette and switch to a disc.
six radio stations with the Press TAPE  to restart the
strongest reception on preset cassette.
buttons 1 through 6 in the
selected autostore band (FM-A
or AM-A).
As a station is stored, its fre-
quency will temporarily flash
on the display.

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Fast Forwarding Seeking Dolby®-B Noise Reduction

Press the up arrow on the TUNE Press the up arrow on the SEEK/ To reduce background noise on
switch  to move quickly ahead to AST switch  to move quickly to Dolby encoded tapes, press
another part of the tape. the beginning of the next selec- (push-button 1).
FF will appear on the display. tion. Manufactured under license from
Press the button again or press A-FF will appear on the display. Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and
TAPE  to stop this function. Press the down arrow on the the double-D symbol are trade-
SEEK/AST switch  to move marks of Dolby Laboratories.
Rewinding
quickly to the beginning of the Tape Eject Button
Press the down arrow on the current selection.
TUNE switch  to move quickly Press  (located next to the
back to another part of the tape. A-RE will appear on the display. cassette tape slot) to eject the
Cassette Tape: Switching Sides tape.
RE will appear on the display.
Press the button again or press When listening to a cassette tape,
TAPE  to stop this function. press TAPE  to switch to the
other side.

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CD/MP3 Player
Normal size discs can be loaded B C D
into the compact disc player.
However small, 8 cm discs can
only be played with specially
designed adaptors. K L
If playing a CD-R, the sound quali-
ty may be reduced due to CD-R H I
quality, the method of recording,
the quality of the music that has
been recorded, or the way the CD- F E
R has been handled. You may
experience an increase in skipping, G M
difficulty in finding tracks and/or
difficulty in loading and ejecting.
Do not use scratched or damaged J A J
discs.
If these problems occur, check the If a description label is needed, try If an error message ever appears
bottom of the CD for damage or labeling the top of the disc using a on the display, see "Error Messag-
try a known good CD. marking pen. es" later in this section.
Do not apply labels to discs. The
labels may get caught in the
player.

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Loading a Disc Play/Pause

NOTICE
Discs can be loaded with the radio Press CD/AUX  to pause
Do not apply labels to discs. or the ignition on or off. playback.
The labels may get caught in
the player. Insert a disc part-way into the slot, PAUSE will flash on the display.
label side up. The player will pull it Press the button again to resume
Insert only one disc at a time. in the rest of the way. normal play.
Do not use scratched or When a disc is inserted, CDP will
damaged discs. Note:
appear on the display.
Keep other items, liquids and This feature is disabled when an
As the disc loads, FILECHECK (file- auxiliary device is connected to
debris away from the loading check) will appear on the display.
slot. the sound system.
A track number will appear on the See "Auxiliary Device Input
display when each track starts to Jack" for more information.
play.

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Source Selection Seeking Repeat Function

Press AM/FM � to stop playing a To move ahead to the beginning Press the RPT button � to listen to
cassette or a disc and switch to the of the next track, or to replay the a selection again.
radio. previous track, press the up or RPT will appear on the display.
Press CD/AUX � to switch from down arrow on the TUNE switch
�. The current selection will continue
the radio to a compact disc. to repeat.
Press CD/AUX � again to stop A track number will appear on the
display. Press the button again to stop this
playing the disc and switch to the function.
auxiliary device (if connected). If you press the switch more than
once, the player will continue Random Playback
See "Auxiliary Device Input Jack"
for more information. moving rearward or forward Press RDM button � to play the
through the disc. tracks randomly rather than in
Scanning sequence.
Press the INT button � to sample RDM will appear on the display.
the first few seconds of each track Press the button again to stop this
on a disc. function.
INTRO will appear on the display. Ejecting Discs
Press the button again to stop this Press and release EJECT � to eject
function. a disc.
Discs can be ejected with the radio
or the ignition on or off.

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PLAYING MP3 OR WMA • Create a folder structure that The player will be able to read and
FORMAT CDS makes it easy to find songs play a maximum of 50 folders,
If you burn your own MP3 or WMA while driving. 5 sessions, and 999 files.
disc on a personal computer: Organize songs by album, Long file names or folder names
• Make sure the MP3/WMA files using one folder for each may use more disc memory space
are recorded on a CD-R disc. album. than necessary.
• Do not mix standard audio and Each folder or album should To conserve space on the disc,
MP3/WMA files on one disc. contain 18 songs or less. minimize the length of the file and
• When burning an MP3/WMA folder names.
• Make sure playlists have one of
the following extensions: disc using multiple sessions, MP3/WMA CDs recorded without
make sure to finalize the disc. file folders can also be played.
- .mp3
It is usually better to burn the The player can support up to
- .wma disc all at once. 8 folders in depth, but keep the
Files with other extensions may depth of the folders to a minimum
not work. in order to make it easier to locate
a file for playback.
• Files can be recorded at a vari-
ety of fixed or variable bit rates. If a CD contains more than the
maximum number of folders, play-
Song title, artist name and the
lists, sessions, or files, the player
album name will be available
will access the CD up to the maxi-
when the CD has been
mum limit and any items over the
recorded using ID3 tags ver-
limit will be ignored.
sions 1 and 2.

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Root Directory No Folder File System and Naming

The root directory will be treated When the CD only contains The displayed song title is taken
as a folder. If the root directory compressed audio files without from the file's ID3 tag. If a song
contains compressed audio files, any folders or playlists, all files will title is not present in the ID3 tag,
the directory will be displayed as be located under the root folder. the radio will display the file name
ROOT. ROOT (root) will appear on the as the track name.
All files contained directly under display as the name of the folder Track names longer than 32 char-
the root directory will be accessed and the next and previous folder acters or 4 pages will be short-
prior to any root directory folders. functions will not work. ened.
Empty Directory or Folder Order of Play The display will not show parts of
If a root directory or a folder is The tracks will be played in the words on the last page of text.
empty or contains only folders, the following order: Also, the display will not show the
player will automatically advance • The first track under the root filename extension.
to the next folder in the file struc- directory will play first.
ture that contains a compressed
audio file. The empty folder(s) will • When all the tracks from the
not be displayed or numbered. root directory have been
played, the remaining tracks
will play in the order of their
numerical listing.
• When the last track of the last
folder has been played, play
will continue with the first track
in the first folder or root direc-
tory.

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Playing an MP3/WMA Audio File Scroll Mode Selecting a Folder

With the ignition on, insert a disc Press and hold the SOUND button Press the up or down arrow on the
part-way into the slot, label side � for more than two seconds to SEEK/AST switch � to move to
up. The player will pull it in the rest turn the scroll mode on or off. the next or previous folder.
of the way. When scroll mode is on, the song When the CD only contains
Once the disc is loaded, MP3 or title or other available information compressed audio files without
WMA will appear on the display. about the song will scroll on the any folders, all files will be located
The disc will begin to play. display. under the root folder.
The track number and song name The default factory setting is "on". ROOT (root) will flash on the
will appear on the display when display and the next and previous
each track starts to play. folder functions will not work.
If the ignition or the radio is turned
off, the compact disc will stay in
the player. When the ignition and
radio are turned on, the compact
disc will resume play at the point
where it stopped.

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Seeking Repeat Function MP3/WMA Information

To move ahead to the beginning of Pressing DIR  repeatedly will Press INFO/DISP  to view addi-
the next track, or to replay the previ- cycle the system through the tional text information related to
ous track, press the up or down following play modes: the current MP3/WMA song.
arrow on the TUNE switch . • DIR (directory) The following information may be
A track number will appear on the When DIR appears on the dis- displayed:
display. play, the tracks in the current • song title
If you press the switch more than directory will repeat. • artist
once, the player will continue • ALL (all)
moving rearward or forward • album
through the disc. When ALL appears on the dis- • bit rate
play, the player will repeat files
from all directories. If the button is pressed when infor-
mation is not available, NO INFO
Press the button again to stop this (no information) will appear on
function. the display.
Display Mode
Press and hold INFO/DISP  for
more than two seconds to change
the display mode.

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ERROR MESSAGES If a disc is not playing correctly for AF (area frequency) Code
If CHECK CD appears and/or the any other reason, try a known
If battery power is interrupted, you
disc comes out, it means there is good disc.
will need to enter a code into the
an error. The cause may be Contact your dealer if any error audio system to select the proper
extreme heat, rough road, mois- occurs repeatedly or if an error radio frequency intervals for your
ture or a damaged or improperly cannot be corrected. region.
loaded disc. The disc may not play Provide your dealer with any Use the following chart to select
or it may eject. Unless the disc is displayed error codes when servic- the appropriate code for your
damaged, it will play when condi- ing your CD player. region:
tions are back to normal.
A disc error may also occur under Region Code
any of the following conditions: North 1
• The disc format is not compati- America
ble with the player. Europe 2
• There was a problem while Latin America 3
burning the disc. Middle East 4
• A paper disc label is caught in Oceania 4
the disc player.
China 5

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To enter the AF code: Auxiliary Device Input Jack This jack is not an audio output.
1. Turn the audio system on. Your vehicle is equipped with an Do not plug headphones into the
AF will appear on the display. audio input jack  located in the auxiliary input jack.
lower right corner of the radio Drivers are encouraged to set
2. Enter the AF (area frequency) faceplate.
code into the unit using the up any auxiliary device while the
preset buttons. The jack allows you to connect vehicle is parked.
an auxiliary device to the audio
3. The preset FM radio frequency system. CAUTION
will appear on the display.
Possible auxiliary audio sources The driver's full attention is
include: always required while driving.
• iPod
• laptop computer
• MP3 player
• CD changer
• cassette tape player
• mobile phone (with connector)

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To connect an auxiliary device, do Adjust the volume to the desired

the following: level by rotating the knob .
1. Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) You may need to make additional
cable from the auxiliary device volume adjustments to the porta-
to the auxiliary input jack. ble audio device to achieve the
desired volume.
2. Turn on the portable audio
device. Press CD/AUX  to toggle
between the compact disc and
3. Press the CD/AUX button  auxiliary device sources.
to begin playing audio from Press AM/FM  to switch to the
the device over the vehicle radio source. ANTENNA
speakers. To remove the roof antenna,
Press TAPE  to switch from the
AUX INPUT (auxiliary input) portable audio device to a rotate it counterclockwise.
will appear on the display. cassette. To install the roof antenna, rotate
If an auxiliary device is not proper- it clockwise.
ly connected to the audio system,
the auxiliary audio source cannot NOTICE
be selected. Driving through an automatic
car wash with the antenna
installed may result in damage
to the antenna or the roof
panel. Be sure to remove the
antenna before entering an
automatic car wash.

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■ CONTROLS MOUNTED
ON STEERING A B D
WHEEL/COLUMN
You will find the following controls
mounted on the steering wheel or
steering column.

Exterior Lights Control

Lever
Use this lever  to control the
following features:
• Headlights and Other Exterior
Lights
• Turn Signals
C
See "Lights" earlier in this section.

Horn Ignition Switch

Sound the horn by pressing on the See "Starting and Operating
center of the steering wheel pad . Instructions" for more information
on the ignition switch .

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Windshield Wiper/Washer The lever will return automatically.

Lever HI
For delayed wiper cycles, push the
LO
stalk to INT.
CAUTION INT For steady wiping, set to LO (for
HI

Less than clear vision for the LO

INT
OFF
OFF low speed), or to HI (for high
driver can lead to an accident speed).
resulting in personal injury and
To turn the wipers off, push the
damage to your vehicle or other
stalk to OFF.
property.
Windshield Wipers/Washer
Use this stalk  to control the
windshield wiper and washer.
The ignition has to be on for this
feature to work.
For a single wiper cycle, push the
stalk slightly up towards INT then
release it.

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NOTICE NOTICE
Wiper operation on dry Wiper blades will eventually
windows can scratch the glass wear out and not wipe proper-
HI
or wear out wiper blades ly, reducing forward vision.
prematurely. Do not operate Replace worn wiper blades.
LO
INT
OFF

wipers when the windows are

dry.
CAUTION
Driving without washer fluid
To spray washer fluid on the wind- NOTICE can be dangerous. Check the
shield, pull the stalk toward you Clear any ice or snow from the fluid level often to be sure you
for less than a half second and wiper blades before using them are prepared to clear the wind-
release it. to prevent damage to the shield of any obstructions.
The ignition has to be on for this blades and overloading the Don’t use the washer fluid in
feature to work. wiper motor. freezing weather until your
To spray washer fluid on the wind- windshield is warmed so that
shield and activate the wipers pull ice doesn’t form and block your
the stalk toward you for more than vision.
a half second.
The washer will spray fluid and the
wipers will operate for three cycles
or until the stalk is released.

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Rear Fog Lights Control

NOTICE
The rear fog light control is on the
Do not operate the windshield windshield wiper/washer lever.
washer continuously for more
than 10 seconds, or when the See "Lights" earlier in this section
for more information.
HI

washer fluid tank is empty.

LO
INT
OFF

This can cause the washer

motor to overheat resulting in
costly repairs.
Rear Wiper/Washer (If
equipped)
To turn the rear wiper on, push the
stalk toward the instrument panel
to the first position. The wiper will
operate continuously at low
speed.
To spray washer fluid, push the
stalk to the second position.

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CAUTION CAUTION
A convex mirror makes objects Do not scrape ice from the face
appear to be farther away than of the mirror. If ice or other
they really are. Check your material restricts movement of
inside mirror or glance over the mirror, do not force the
your shoulder before changing adjustment. Use a deicer spray
lanes. or a hot air blower to remove
the ice. Damaged mirrors can
restrict your vision, resulting in
■ MIRRORS CAUTION a possible collision.
Always keep your mirrors prop-
Outside Mirrors erly adjusted, and use them
while driving to widen your
Adjust the outside mirrors so that
view of objects and other vehi-
you just see the side of your vehicle
cles around you.
when you are sitting in a comfort-
able driving position.
Both outside mirrors are convex.
A convex mirror’s surface is curved
so you can see more from the driv-
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Your vehicle is equipped with fold- Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors (If equipped)
ing outside mirrors. Simply move the mirror or use the Use the control to adjust the
To fold the mirrors inward, push control on the door (if equipped) outside mirrors.
the mirror flat against the side of to adjust the side mirrors. The control is located on the
the vehicle. instrument panel, near the
steering column.
CAUTION
The ignition must be on for this
Do not operate the vehicle with feature to work.
the mirrors folded.
Choose the left or right mirror by
moving the mirror selector switch
to the left or right.
To adjust the mirror, push the
control in the direction you want
the mirror to move.

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CAUTION Vanity Mirrors

(If equipped)
Your view through the mirror
may lose some clarity when it is There may be vanity mirrors locat-
adjusted for night vision. Take ed on the sun visors.
special care when using your
inside rearview mirror when it is
adjusted for night vision.
Less than clear vision for the
driver can lead to an accident
Inside Day/Night Mirror resulting in personal injury and
The mirror pivots so that you can damage to your vehicle or other
adjust it up and down or side to property.
side.
Pull or push the tab at the base of
the mirror to switch between night
and day driving.

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■ WINDOWS CAUTION
CAUTION Keep all parts of the body inside
the vehicle. Body parts outside
Leaving children in a vehicle
the vehicle can be struck by
with the windows closed is
passing objects.
dangerous. A child could be
overcome by extreme heat and Items can get trapped in
could suffer permanent injuries windows. Ensure the window
or even death from heat stroke. opening is clear before closing a
Never leave a child alone in a window.
vehicle, especially with the Manual Windows
windows closed in warm or hot Use the crank on the door to
weather. NOTICE manually open and close the
Unattended vehicles with open window.
windows can assist car crime. The rear windows do not open
Close all the windows before fully.
leaving the vehicle.

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To lower the window, press the

switch. CAUTION
To raise the window, pull up on Children can operate and
the front of the switch. become entrapped in power
windows. Serious injury or
Release the switch when the death can occur. Do not allow
window reaches the desired posi- children to play with power
tion. window switches.
The rear windows do not open When children are riding in the
fully. vehicle, use the window lockout
Power Windows feature to prevent them from
(If equipped) CAUTION operating the power windows.
The ignition must be on for this Do not leave children in the
feature to work. vehicle with the ignition key.
They could operate the power
Power window switches on the
windows or other controls and
driver’s door control each of the
could even make the vehicle
windows in the vehicle.
move. A child or others could
Each passenger door has a control be injured or even killed.
switch for its own window.

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■ DOORS CAUTION (Continued)

CAUTION • If the doors are unlocked,
your chances of being thrown
Unlocked doors can be danger-
out of the vehicle in a crash
ous.
are increased. Wear your seat
• Passengers - especially chil- belts properly and lock the
dren - can easily open the doors whenever you drive.
doors and fall out of a moving
• Locking your doors when you
vehicle if the doors are left
drive can help prevent
Window Lockout (If equipped) unlocked.
unwanted outsiders from
Your vehicle may be equipped • Young children who get into entering your vehicle when
with a window lock control which unlocked vehicles may be you slow down or stop the
allows the driver to prevent unable to get out. A child vehicle.
passengers from operating the could be overcome by
windows. extreme heat and could suffer
permanent injuries or even
Press the button to disable the
death from heat stroke.
passengers’ window controls.
Always lock your vehicle
Press it again to turn them back
whenever you leave it.
on.

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CAUTION
Do not leave children in the
vehicle with the ignition key.
They could operate the power
windows or other controls and
could even make the vehicle
move. A child or others could
be injured or even killed.
Do not leave children or pets in
a vehicle especially in hot Manual Door Locks From the inside, use the manual
weather. They could be over- door lock to lock and unlock each
From the outside, use your key to
come by extreme heat and door individually.
lock or unlock the doors.
could suffer permanent injuries If a front door is open and you use
Note:
or even death from heat stroke. the manual door lock control to
If you unlock a door using the lock the door, you must keep the
key while the Content Theft outside door handle raised as you
NOTICE Deterrent System is armed, the close the door.
Lock all doors and take the key alarm will sound.
with you when you leave the If the theft deterrent system is
vehicle unattended. armed, remember to unlock the
doors with the keyless entry
transmitter to avoid setting off
the alarm.

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Central Locking System The locks are located on the edge

(If equipped) of each rear door.
If your vehicle is equipped with the The door must be open to access
central locking system, you may the lock lever.
lock or unlock all the doors at Move the lever on each rear door
once. to the locked position to lock the
To use this feature, do any of the doors.
following: To unlock them, open each rear
• From the outside, use your key door from the outside and push
to lock or unlock the driver's Rear Door Security Lock the lever in the opposite direction.
door. The rear doors are equipped with
locks that help prevent passen- NOTICE
• From the outside, you may also
use your keyless entry transmit- gers, especially children, from Do not pull the inside door
ter (if equipped) to lock or opening the rear doors from handle when the child security
unlock the doors. inside. door lock is set to the lock posi-
When the security lock is engaged, tion. This can damage the
• From the inside, use the man- inside door handle.
ual door lock on the driver’s you can unlock the door from the
door. inside. But the door can only be
opened from the outside.

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■ REAR CARGO AREA Rear Hatch

CAUTION CAUTION
It can be very dangerous to Before opening or closing the
drive with the hatch open. hatch, make sure that its path is
Carbon monoxide (CO) gas can clear of people or any other
come into your vehicle. You obstructions.
cannot see or smell CO. It can
cause unconsciousness and
even death. CAUTION
From the outside, use your key to
If you must drive with it open, Do not operate the vehicle with unlock the rear hatch.
make sure all other windows are the rear hatch open.
To close the rear hatch, push it
closed and turn the fan on to An open hatch would obstruct down until it latches securely.
the highest speed using any your rear view.
setting that brings in outside The hatch automatically locks
Operating your vehicle with an when closed.
air. Doing this will force outside
obstructed rear view can lead to
air into the vehicle.
a collision resulting in damage
to your vehicle or other proper-
ty, personal injury, or even
death.

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Attach the upper loops (located at

the upper corners of the net) to
the anchors on the back panel of
the rear cargo area.

NOTICE
The convenience net is
designed to hold smaller items.
Do not carry heavy objects in
Rear Hatch Release (If equipped) Convenience Net the convenience net.
(If equipped)
CAUTION
The optional net, which should be
Do not operate the rear hatch installed in the rear area, is
release while the vehicle is designed to prevent small things,
moving. such as grocery bags, from falling
over during sharp turns or quick
With this option you can open the stops and starts.
hatch from inside your vehicle.
Pull up the release lever located
near the front corner of the driver's
seat.

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Spare Tyre, Jack and Vehicle ■ OVERHEAD AREA AND NOTICE

Tools ROOF Do not place heavy objects on
The jack and spare tyre are located or around the sunroof.
in the rear area of your vehicle. See Sunroof (If equipped)
Section 5 for more information on Keep debris off the outside of
spare tyre removal and changing a CAUTION the sunroof.
flat tyre. Keep all parts of the body inside When leaving the vehicle unat-
the vehicle. Body parts outside tended, close the sunroof fully.
the vehicle can be struck by
passing objects.
Do not stick body parts or
objects out the sunroof open-
ing.
Make sure the sunroof opening
is clear, inside and outside,
before opening or closing the
sunroof.

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The sunroof can be tilted up Sun Visors Assist Handles

manually.
To block out glare, pull the sun Your vehicle has assist handles
Before tilting the sunroof, make visor down or to the side. above the front seat passenger
sure the roof antenna is not in its door and the rear doors. The
There may be a ticket holder locat-
path. handle above one of the rear doors
ed on the sun visors.
To unlock the sunroof, pull the includes a coat hook.
Vanity Mirrors (If equipped)
sunroof handle towards the front
of the vehicle. There may be vanity mirrors locat- CAUTION
ed on the sun visors. Hanging items on assist handles
To tilt the sunroof, press the
button and raise the sunroof to the can obstruct the driver’s view.
desired position. Do not hang anything on an
assist handle unless the handle
To close the sunroof, press the is equipped with a coat hook.
button and pull the sunroof
handle down.

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Sunglasses Holder (If Luggage Carrier Use the luggage carrier to load
equipped) (If equipped) things on top of your vehicle.
See "Storage" later in this section There are side rails attached to the
for information. CAUTION roof.
If you try to carry something on The luggage carrier may also be
top of your vehicle that is long- equipped with crossrails.
er or wider than the luggage
If the luggage carrier is equipped
carrier - like paneling, plywood,
with crossrails, the necessary tools
a mattress, and so forth - the
will also be provided.
wind can catch it as you drive
along. What you are carrying The carrying capacity of the
could be violently torn off, and luggage carrier is 50 kg (110 lbs.)
this could cause you or other when the vehicle is loaded with up
drivers to have a collision, and to four occupants. When you carry
of course damage your vehicle. cargo on the luggage carrier,
Never carry something longer distribute the weight evenly.
or wider than your luggage Do not load cargo directly onto
carrier on top of your vehicle. the roof of your vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum vehi-
cle capacity when loading your
vehicle.

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A loaded luggage carrier changes

the center of gravity of the vehicle. CAUTION
Do not drive at high speeds. Also, In the case of a collision or a
be careful when driving in cross- sudden stop, an open glove
winds. box can cause personal injuries
To prevent damage or loss of or damage to your vehicle.
cargo while driving, check period- Do not drive with the glove box
ically to make sure that the open.
luggage carrier and cargo are still
securely fastened.
■ STORAGE
For more information on the
luggage carrier or regulations
on driving with a loaded luggage
Glove Box
carrier, see your dealer. The glove box can be used to store
small items.
To open the glove box, pull
upward on the bottom of the
handle on the glove box door.
To close the glove box, firmly push
the glove box door shut.

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Instrument Panel Storage Cupholders Card Holder

Trays There are two cupholders at the The card holder is located on the
Your vehicle has two storage trays. front of the center console. instrument panel, near the steer-
There is also a cupholder for the ing column.
One storage tray is located below
the glove box. rear seat passengers located on the To use the card holder, insert a
rear of the center console. card into the slot.
The other storage tray is located
below the steering column.
CAUTION
CAUTION Do not use a cup holder while
the vehicle is in motion. Liquid
When using the storage tray
may spill out and damage the
located below the steering
vehicle or cause burns if it is
column, make sure that stored
hot.
objects do not fall out while you
are driving.

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Sunglasses Holder (If Underseat Storage (If Shopping Hooks

equipped) equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with seat-
There may be a storage area above Your vehicle may be equipped back shopping hooks on each
the driver’s door for sunglasses. with a storage compartment locat- front seatback. Plastic grocery
Pull down and hold the upper part ed under the front passenger’s bags or other suitable objects can
of the cover to open it. seat. be attached to the hooks.
The cover will swing closed when To open the storage compart-
it is released. ment, pull up and then forward on
the handle.
To close the storage compart-
ment, just push it back in.

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Convenience Net
(If equipped)
See "Rear Cargo Area" earlier in
this section.

■ ASHTRAY AND To remove the ashtray, rotate the

upper part of the ashtray counter-
LIGHTER (IF EQUIPPED) clockwise, and then pull the
The ashtray is removable and fits in ashtray out.
the front cupholder.
To open the ashtray, lift the cover. CAUTION
Do not put papers and other
things that burn into the
ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes
placed in the ashtrays could
start them on fire.

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CAUTION CAUTION
The barrel of an operating ciga- Using a malfunctioning ciga-
rette lighter can become very rette lighter can be dangerous.
hot. It can cause personal inju- It can cause injuries and
ries and damage to your vehicle damage to your vehicle.
or other property. If the heated cigarette lighter
Do not touch the barrel of the does not pop out within 30
cigarette lighter and do not seconds, pull it out and see your
allow children to operate or dealer for service.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it play with the cigarette lighter.
in and wait for it to pop out.
The ignition must be in ON or
ACC (accessory) for this feature to NOTICE
work. Do not hold the cigarette light-
er in with your hand while it is
heating. If you do, it could
damage the heater element
and the mechanism which
allows the lighter to pop out.

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2
Sea Seat Controls .................................................102 Supplemental Restraints ............................... 114
ts Manual Seat Controls....................................102 Safety Belt Pretensioners .............................. 114
an Head Restraints .............................................104 Inflatable Restraint System ........................... 115
Folding Rear Seatback ...................................105 Child Restraints ............................................. 120
Safety Belts ....................................................106
Lap/Shoulder Belt .........................................109
Rear Center Lap Belt......................................112
Replacing Safety Belts ...................................112
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy .................113
Safety Belt Reminder Light ............................114

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CAUTION
Do not adjust the driver's seat
when the vehicle is moving.
The seat could jerk and cause a
loss of control.
A collision could result, causing
injury or damage to your vehi-
cle or someone else’s property.
■ SEAT CONTROLS Manual Reclining Control
Lift the lever located on the
Manual Seat Controls outboard side of seat cushion and
Lift the lever to unlatch the front tilt the seatback forward or back-
seat. ward, as desired. Release the lever
to lock the seatback in place.
Slide the seat to where you want it.
Release the lever and make sure CAUTION
the seat is locked into place. Do not adjust the driver's seat
when the vehicle is moving.
The seat could jerk and cause a
loss of control.
A collision could result, causing
injury or damage to your vehi-
cle or someone else’s property.

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Underseat Storage (If equipped)

CAUTION
See "Storage" in Section 1 for
Sitting in a reclined position information.
when your vehicle is in motion
can be dangerous. Even if you Shopping Hooks
buckle up, your safety belts See "Storage" in Section 1 for
can't do their job when the information.
seatback is excessively reclined.

Driver Seat Height Adjustment

(If equipped)
Turn the knob on the outboard
side of the seat to raise or lower
the seat cushion.

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Head Restraints Some rear seat head restraints (if

equipped) are also adjustable.
CAUTION Head restraints may be removed
If a head restraint is not for maintenance. Replace the head
installed on the seatback, restraint before driving.
adjusted properly or stored in To remove a head restraint, pull it
the vehicle properly, it could up as far as it will go, press and
cause serious head and neck hold the release button located at
injuries during a collision. the bottom of the restraint, and
The front head restraints are then pull the head restraint out.
adjustable. Make sure the head restraint is
The top of the restraint should be installed on the seatback and
closest to the top of your ears. properly adjusted before driving.
To raise a head restraint, just pull it
up.
To lower a head restraint, push the
button under the restraint and
slide the restraint down.

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CAUTION
Do not allow passengers to sit
on the folded seatbacks while
the vehicle is in motion.
Unrestrained luggage or
passengers on a folded seat-
back can be thrown within or
ejected from the vehicle in a
sudden stop or accident.
Folding Rear Seatback 2. To fold down the seatback, lift
the release knob on top of the
The seatbacks can be folded down To return the seat to the passenger
seatback.
for additional cargo space. The position, lift the seatback and push
seatbacks can be folded down Fold the seatback forward. it rearward until it latches. Make
individually. 3. Adjust the front seats to your sure the seat is locked in place.
1. To fold the seat cushion, pull desired position. To return the seat cushion to its
the strap to release the seat original position, lift it up and push
cushion, then pull the seat it back into place. Push the front
cushion up and fold it for- part of the seat cushion down
ward. firmly until it latches.
You may need to move the
front seat forward or raise the
front seatback to the upright
position in order for the seat
cushion to fold forward.

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Check to be sure that the safety

belts are properly routed and are CAUTION
not twisted. Do not pull the release knobs
on the top of the seatback while
CAUTION the vehicle is moving. This can
Make sure that the seatback cause damage or injuries to the
and seat cushion, when occupants.
returned to their original posi-
tions, are securely locked in
place.
■ SAFETY BELTS
Put the safety belts and buckles
in between the rear seatback Accident statistics show that driv-
and the seat cushion. ers and passengers properly wear-
ing safety belts have a lower risk of
Make sure the rear seat safety being injured and a higher chance
belts and buckles are not of surviving an accident.
pinched under the rear seat
cushion. The safety belt information includ-
ed here is intended for vehicle
occupants of adult size and for
older children who have outgrown
booster seats.

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Be sure that if children are too

small to be well restrained by the CAUTION CAUTION
safety belt system, that they are Always wear your safety belt. Be Wearing a safety belt improper-
secured in an appropriate child sure it is adjusted properly at all ly could cause serious injury.
restraint. See "Child Restraints" times. Make sure the seatback is in the
later in this section. A safety belt must be used by upright position.
only one person at a time. Do Wear your belt fitted closely
CAUTION not allow more than one person against the body. Do not wear
Do not let anyone ride where to share the same belt. your shoulder belt under your
they cannot wear a safety belt arm, around your neck, over an
properly. If you are in a crash inside shoulder or behind your
and you are not wearing a safe- CAUTION
back.
ty belt, you can be seriously Sitting in a reclined position
injured or killed. In the same when your vehicle is in motion Be sure the belt is not twisted.
crash, you might not be injured can be dangerous. Even if you
if you are buckled up. Always buckle up, your safety belts
fasten your safety belt, and can’t do their job when the
check that your passengers' seatback is excessively reclined.
belts are fastened properly, too.
In order to gain the full benefit
of a safety belt, you must wear
it correctly and position yourself
correctly within your seat.

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CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION NOTICE

The lap part of the belt should If a hard or breakable object is Before you close the door, make
be worn low and snug on the between a safety belt and an sure the safety belt is out of the
hips, just touching the thighs, occupant, such as a ballpoint way. Otherwise, the belt and/or
not the waist. In a crash, this pen or glasses in a pocket, the the vehicle body could be
applies force to the strong occupant can be injured in the damaged.
pelvic bones, not the abdomen. event of a collision.
This helps avoid serious or even
fatal injuries. CAUTION
CAUTION It is dangerous to operate the
Make sure the release button on
the buckle faces upward or Improper use of a safety belt vehicle with damaged safety
outward. can cause serious injury. Do not belts or other parts.
modify the safety belt. Do not Replace a damaged safety belt
Be sure to insert the correct add any device which would
latch plate into the appropriate immediately.
affect the operation of the safe-
buckle. ty belt.
Pull up on the latch plate to
make sure it is secure.

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3. Pull the belt across you. Do

CAUTION not let it get twisted.
A crash can damage the The belt may lock as it is pulled
restraint systems in your vehi- out. If it does, let it go all the
cle. A damaged restraint system way back in and start again.
may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in seri- 4. Push the latch plate into the
ous injury or even death in a buckle until it clicks.
crash. Be sure to insert the correct
Have the restraint systems latch plate into the appropri-
inspected after a collision. Lap/Shoulder Belt ate buckle.
Make any necessary replace- The two front seats, the two Make sure the release button
ments as soon as possible. outboard rear seating positions are on the buckle faces upward or
each equipped with lap/shoulder outward.
safety belts.
5. Pull up on the latch plate to
NOTICE The lap/shoulder belt should be make sure it is secure.
If safety belt replacement is worn properly, as described
necessary, it is recommended below.
that the entire safety belt To fasten the belt:
assembly be replaced.
1. Adjust the seat and sit up
straight.
2. Pick up the latch plate.

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To unlatch the belt: The lap/shoulder belt should be The shoulder belt should go over
1. Push the button on the worn as shown above. the shoulder and across the chest.
buckle. These parts of the body are best
CAUTION able to take belt restraining forces.
The belt will retract automati-
cally. Guide the safety belt as it Wear your belt fitted closely The lap part of the belt should be
retracts to prevent the latch against the body. Do not wear worn low and snug on the hips,
plate from damaging interior your shoulder belt under your just touching the thighs. In a
surfaces or injuring occupants. arm. Make sure the belt is not crash, this applies force to the
twisted across your body. strong pelvic bones, and you
would be less likely to slide under
the lap belt. If you slid under it, the
belt would apply force to your
abdomen. This could cause serious
or even fatal injuries.

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To adjust the shoulder belt, pull on

CAUTION the belt and press the release
You could be seriously injured if button to move the adjuster up or
your belt is buckled in the down to the proper height.
wrong place. Always buckle Lock the safety belt anchor in posi-
your belt into the buckle near- tion.
est you.
To make sure it is locked in place,
The safety belt locks if there is a try to move the height adjuster
sudden stop or crash, or if you pull without pressing the release
the belt very quickly out of the Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster button.
retractor. (If equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped
CAUTION
with a front shoulder belt height Maladjustment of the safety
adjuster. belt height could reduce the
effectiveness of the safety belt
Adjust the shoulder belt height
in a crash.
before driving.
You should adjust it so the belt
goes above your shoulder and
away from your face and neck.

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Replacing Safety Belts

If you have been in a collision
where the belts may have been
stretched, or if the safety belt is cut
or damaged, the belt needs to be
replaced. Repairs may be neces-
sary even if the safety belt was not
used at the time of the collision.
Have the restraint system inspect-
ed after a collision.
Rear Center Lap Belt 3. To tighten the belt, hold the
buckle and pull on the slack.
To fasten the belt:
Make sure the belt is worn low and
1. Tilt and pull the latch plate as
snug on the hips, just touching the
you extend the belt.
thighs.
2. Push the latch plate into the
To unlatch the belt, push the
buckle until it clicks. Make
button on the buckle.
sure the release button on the
buckle faces upward or out-
ward.

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Your vehicle is equipped with safe- The best way to protect the fetus is
ty belt pretensioners. Pretension- to protect the mother. When a
ers work only once. If the safety belt is worn properly, it is
pretensioners were activated in a more likely that the fetus will not
collision, they will need to be be hurt in a crash. For pregnant
replaced. If the air bag light stays women, as for anyone, the key to
on or comes on while you are driv- making safety belts effective is
ing, have the safety belt preten- wearing them
sioners checked. See "Safety Belt properly.
Pretensioners" under "Supplemen-
tal Restraints" later in this section Safety Belt Use During
for more information about this Pregnancy
feature.
Safety belts work for everyone,
including pregnant women. Like
all occupants, they are more likely
to be seriously injured if they do
not wear safety belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a
lap/shoulder belt, and the lap
portion should be worn as low as
possible throughout the pregnancy.

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■ SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINTS
CAUTION
A crash can damage the
restraint systems in your vehi-
cle. A damaged restraint system
may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in seri-
Safety Belt Reminder Light ous injury or even death in a Safety Belt Pretensioners
crash. (If equipped)
If the driver’s belt is still not buck-
led when the ignition is turned on, Have the restraint systems Your vehicle may be equipped
a light will come on to remind you inspected after a collision. with automatic safety belt preten-
to fasten your safety belts. Make any necessary replace- sioners for each front seat. Preten-
ments as soon as possible. sioners help the safety belts reduce
a person's forward movement in
the event of a moderate to severe
frontal collision.
Pretensioners work only once. If
the pretensioners are activated in a
collision, the pretensioners and
safety belts will need to be
replaced.

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If the air bag light does not flash

when the ignition is turned on, or
if it stays on, comes on while you
are driving, or flashes while you
are driving, there may be a prob-
lem with the air bag system or the
safety belt pretensioner system.
Have the vehicle serviced right
away.
See "Indicator and Warning Lights" Inflatable Restraint System Your vehicle may also be equipped
in Section 1 for more information (If equipped) with two side impact air bags that
on the air bag light. may inflate from the outboard
Your vehicle may be equipped sides of the front seatbacks during
with two air bags that may inflate a side collision.
from the center of the steering
wheel and from the passenger side
of the instrument panel during a
frontal collision.

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CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION

Both the safety belt restraint A child in a rear-facing child Air bags are designed to be
system and the air bag restraint restraint in the front passenger used with the safety belts. Even
system are designed to best seating position could be seri- with an air bag, if you are in a
protect adults. ously injured or killed if the crash and not wearing a safety
Anyone who is up against, or passenger's air bag inflates. This belt, your injuries could be
very close to, an inflating air is because the back of the much worse.
bag could be seriously injured restraint would be very close to
or killed. the inflating air bag.
Everyone in your vehicle who In vehicles with the front
has outgrown child restraints passenger's inflatable restraint
should wear a safety belt prop- system, always secure a rear-
erly, whether or not there is an facing child restraint in the rear
air bag for that person. seat.
Be sure that if children are too See "Child Restraints" later in
small to be well restrained by this section.
the safety belt system, that they
are secured in an appropriate
child restraint. See "Child
Restraints" later in this section.

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CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION

If you are too close to an inflat- Frontal air bags are not Do not attach anything to the
ing air bag, it could seriously designed to inflate at all in roll- area from where the air bag
injure you. Safety belts help overs, rear collisions, or low- inflates.
keep you in position in case an speed frontal crashes, or in If something is between an
air bag inflates in a collision. many side crashes. occupant and an air bag, the air
The driver should sit as far back Side impact air bags are not bag might not inflate properly
as possible while still able to designed to inflate in rollovers, or it might force the object into
maintain control of the vehicle. or in rear, frontal or low-speed the occupant, causing severe
Tilt the steering wheel down- side crashes. injury or even death.
ward while driving. An air bag can inflate in moder- The path of an inflating air bag
Vehicle occupants should not ate to severe non-collision situ- must be kept clear of any
lean or rest any body part ations such as slamming the objects at all times.
against the trim covering the air undercarriage or other solid Do not damage the air bag
bag modules. component of the vehicle in a covers.
dip in the driving surface where
the crash sensors generate a
signal equivalent to a crash into
a solid immovable barrier.

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CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION

Do not install a child restraint in When an air bag inflates, it The air bag only inflates once. It
the front passenger seating leaves residual dust in the air must be replaced after a colli-
position if the vehicle is which may cause breathing sion. Let only qualified techni-
equipped with side impact air trouble. Exit the vehicle as soon cians work on the air bag
bags. as it is safe or open a window or system.
Do not let seat covers block the door to allow fresh air into the
inflation path of a side impact vehicle.
NOTICE
air bag. If you experience breathing
problems following air bag If a frontal air bag cover is
deployment, you should seek damaged, you may have to
medical attention. replace the air bag module or
both the module and instru-
You may notice a burning ment panel.
smell, smoke, and white
powder in the interior of the If your vehicle is equipped with
vehicle. This is normal. side air bags, the front seat
Although they may cause some assembly must be replaced
skin or eye irritation, these after the side air bag has been
substances are not toxic. deployed.

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CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION

Do not drive your vehicle after If the air bag light stays on or
one or more air bags have comes on while you are driving,
deployed. there may be a problem with
Do not try to repair, alter, this system. The air bags may
replace, or dispose of the air not inflate in a crash, or they
bag yourself. may inflate even when there
hasn’t been a crash. To avoid
To avoid injury, do not modify injury to yourself or others,
air bag components. Air Bag Light have the vehicle serviced right
Be sure that you or the person If the air bag light does not flash away.
performing work is qualified when the ignition is turned on, or
and follows proper procedures. if it stays on, comes on while you
are driving, or flashes while you
are driving, there may be a prob-
lem with the air bag system or the
safety belt pretensioner system.
Have the vehicle serviced right
away.
See "Indicator and Warning Lights"
in Section 1 for more information
on the air bag light.

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Be sure that if children are under

CAUTION six years of age or are too small to
An unsecured child restraint be well restrained by the safety
may be tossed about the vehi- belt system, that they are secured
cle in a collision or sudden stop. in an appropriate child restraint.
You or your passengers could
be injured. Secure the child CAUTION
restraint properly even if a child Child safety restraints are avail-
is not using the restraint. able in a wide range of sizes and
configurations. Due to the
Child Restraints shape and dimensions of your
CAUTION
vehicle's interior and seats, not
CAUTION A child restraint can become all child safety restraints will fit
Children who are small enough very hot if it is left in a closed in your vehicle.
should always be restrained in vehicle in hot weather.
A child safety restraint that is
infant or child restraints. Never Make sure the child restraint is not the correct size for the vehi-
hold a baby in your arms while not too hot before placing a cle or the child, or a child safety
riding in a vehicle. child there. restraint that is improperly
Never let a child stand or kneel attached to your vehicle can
on a seat or in the cargo areas lead to serious personal injury
while the vehicle is moving. to the child and other passen-
gers in the vehicle in the event
of a collision.

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CAUTION
Never hold a baby in your arms
while riding in a vehicle. During
a crash a baby will become so
heavy you can’t hold it. For
example, in a crash at only 40
km/h, a 5.5 kg baby will
suddenly become a 110 kg
force on your arms. The baby
would be almost impossible to
hold. Secure the baby in an
infant restraint.

When choosing a child restraint, The restraint manufacturer’s

take into consideration not only instructions should state the
the child’s weight, size and age, weight and height limitations for
but also whether the restraint will the particular restraint.
be compatible with your vehicle.

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These restraints use the safety belt

CAUTION CAUTION system in your vehicle, but the
Newborn infants need The body structure of a young child also has to be secured within
complete support, including child is different from an adult the restraint to help reduce the
support for the head and neck. or older child, for whom the chance of personal injury. Follow
In a crash, an infant in a rear- safety belts are designed. the instructions that come with
facing child seat settles into the A young child’s hip bones are the restraint.
restraint, so the crash forces can still so small that the vehicle’s If your vehicle is equipped with
be distributed across the stron- regular safety belt may not child restraint top strap anchors
gest parts of an infant’s body, remain low on the hip bones, as and the restraint that you need to
the back and shoulders. it should. Instead, it may settle secure has a top strap, see "Top
Infants should always be up around the child’s abdo- Strap" later in this section for infor-
secured in appropriate infant men. In a crash, the belt would mation.
restraints. apply force on a body area that
is unprotected by any bony
structure. This alone could
cause serious or fatal injuries.
Young children should always
be secured in appropriate child
restraints.

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CAUTION CAUTION (Continued)

Never use an infant carrier or If, however, you secure a
child restraint that hooks over a forward-facing child restraint in
seatback. the front passenger seat, be
sure to move the front passen-
Accident statistics show that ger seat as far back as it will go.
children are safer if they are
restrained in the rear seat.
CAUTION
Your vehicle may be equipped
CAUTION with side impact air bags.
A child in a rear-facing child
Do not install a child restraint in
restraint in the front passenger
the front passenger seating
seating position could be seri-
position if the vehicle is
ously injured or killed if the
equipped with side impact air
passenger's air bag inflates. This
bags.
is because the back of the
restraint would be very close to
the inflating air bag.
In vehicles with the front
passenger's inflatable restraint
system, always secure a rear-
facing child restraint in the rear
seat.

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Once you have installed a child Read and follow all instructions
restraint, push and pull the that come with the restraint.
restraint in different directions to If your child restraint requires that
make sure it is secure. the top strap be anchored, do not
Children who have outgrown their use the restraint unless it is
child restraint system should sit in anchored properly.
the rear seat, restrained by a prop- Child restraints with top straps can
erly fastened safety belt. only be used in rear seating posi-
Make sure the safety belt restrains tions. There are no anchor brack-
the child properly. The shoulder Top Strap (If equipped) ets available for front seating
portion of the belt should be as far positions.
away from the neck as possible A child restraint may have a top
and the lap portion should be low strap.
across the hips. Check the belt Some top strap-equipped child
position occasionally to verify that restraints are designed for use with
it is safely positioned. or without the top strap being
anchored. Others require that the
top strap be anchored.

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When installing an anchor assem-

bly, make sure to use the correct
anchor bolt (5/16" bolt).

CAUTION
The anchor bolt must be
engaged at least 5 full threads
into the anchorage.
Tighten the anchor bolt firmly.
There are three top strap anchor When installing a child restraint
locations along the back wall of with a top strap, attach the top
the rear area. CAUTION strap to the top strap anchor.
An anchor assembly has already Be sure to seal any unused top Follow the diagram above.
been installed in the center anchor strap anchor location with the
location. supplied plug or with a suitable
bolt.
Anchor assemblies for the
outboard anchor locations are in a Otherwise, deadly exhaust gas
package in the glove box. could get into your vehicle.
For proper installation, follow the
diagram above.

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3
Be sure to use an anchor point S
located on the same side of the CAUTION CAUTION t
vehicle as the seating position The top strap anchor brackets An unsecured child restraint a
where the child restraint will be are only designed to anchor may be tossed about the vehi- O
placed. child restraint top straps. cle in a collision or sudden stop. e
Consult the manufacturer’s Do not use the brackets to hold You or your passengers could a
instructions for the child restraint safety belts, harnesses or any be injured. Secure the child g
to determine when and how to other items or equipment. restraint properly even if a child
tighten the top strap. is not using the restraint.
Adjust the restraint system as
firmly as possible.

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3
Star New Vehicle Break-In Period.........................128 Starting Instructions...................................... 142
ting Driving Precautions .......................................128 Engine Starting ............................................. 142
and Before Entering the Vehicle ...........................129 Engine Starting Problems .............................. 144
Op- Before Driving...............................................129 Transmission.................................................. 144
er- While Driving ................................................130 Automatic Transmission ............................... 144
atin Exhaust Warnings .........................................131 Manual Transmission ................................... 150
g Keys................................................................132 Vehicle Parking.............................................. 151
Theft Deterrent System.................................133 Traction ......................................................... 152
Immobilizer ..................................................133 Brakes ............................................................ 153
Content Theft Deterrent System ...................134 Brake Pedal Travel......................................... 154
Remote Keyless Entry ...................................136 Brake Pedal Free Play .................................... 155
Operation .....................................................137 Antilock Brake System .................................. 155
Transmitter Range.........................................138 Parking Brake ................................................ 156
Battery Replacement .....................................138 Parking Brake Lever Travel............................. 157
Matching Transmitters ..................................140 Suspension..................................................... 157
Ignition Switch ..............................................140 Vehicle Loading ............................................. 158

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■ NEW VEHICLE NOTICE (Continued) ■ DRIVING

BREAK-IN PERIOD • Avoid making hard stops
PRECAUTIONS
except in emergencies. For important safety information,
NOTICE see the section titled "Important
• Avoid quick starts, sudden
Your vehicle will perform better Safety Precautions".
acceleration, and prolonged
in the long run if you follow
high-speed driving in order to
these guidelines for the first few
avoid damage to the engine
hundred kilometers:
and to conserve fuel.
• Avoid making full-throttle
• Avoid full-throttle acceleration
starts.
in low gear.
• Let the engine warm up
• Don't tow a trailer, or any
before you operate your vehi-
other vehicle, during break-in.
cle.
• Do not race the engine.

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Before Entering the Vehicle • Check under the vehicle for Before Driving
leaks.
CAUTION • Check your vehicle’s engine oil CAUTION
Make sure all exterior light level and other fluid levels. See Loose objects on the instru-
bulbs, lamps, signaling systems, Section 4. ment panel or rear window
and warning indicators are • Check your tyres and wheels shelf can obstruct your vision.
clean and working properly to regularly for unusual wear or Remove these loose objects.
avoid accidents that could damage. Loose objects can be thrown
result in personal injury or about the vehicle during a colli-
damage to the vehicle. Check periodically to see that
all nuts and bolts are tight. sion or sudden maneuver. You
or others could be injured.
• Be sure all windows, rearview • Also check the inflation pres- Always secure cargo.
mirrors, light bulbs and lamps sure in all four tyres.
are clean and operational. Take corrective action as required.
• Wiper blades will eventually
wear out and not wipe prop-
erly, reducing forward vision.
Replace worn wiper blades.

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• Adjust the driver's seat to a • As you turn on the ignition, While Driving
comfortable driving position. check the operation of your
The driver's full attention is always
• Make sure the head restraint is vehicle’s indicators and warn-
required while driving.
installed on the seatback and ing lights.
Avoid activities that divert your
properly adjusted before driv- • Check the instrument cluster
attention from the task of safe
ing. gauges.
vehicular operation.
• Adjust the inside rearview mir- • Release the manual parking
• Avoid making adjustments to
ror and both outside mirrors. brake. The regular brake warn-
your seat, steering wheel or
ing light should go out.
mirrors.
CAUTION • Be sure all windows, rearview
• Avoid unbuckling and recon-
Make sure all occupants have mirrors, light bulbs and lamps
necting a safety belt.
fastened their safety belts. are clean and operational.
• Avoid using electronic devices
Be sure that if children are too
such as computers, games, vid-
small to be well restrained by
eos and GPS navigational aids.
the safety belt system, that they
are secured in an appropriate • Avoid reading maps or other
child restraint. written materials.

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• Avoid searching for change Exhaust Warnings CAUTION

when approaching toll booths.
For important safety information,
• Avoid answering or making Be sure to seal any unused top
see the section titled "Important
phone calls on your cellular strap anchor location with the
Safety Precautions".
phone. supplied plug or with a suitable
bolt.
Legislation has been enacted or CAUTION
is under consideration in some Otherwise, deadly exhaust gas
Do not idle the engine in a
countries prohibiting the use of could get into your vehicle.
closed-in place, such as the
hand-held phones while oper- garage. Carbon monoxide See "Top Strap" under "Child
ating a motor vehicle. (CO) gas could get into your Restraints" in section 3.
vehicle.
CAUTION Idling the engine even in an
Failure to follow these precau- open area for any amount of
tions can result in injuries or time may allow dangerous
even death in the case of a colli- exhaust fumes into your vehi-
sion. cle. Turn the fan on using any
setting that brings outside air
into the vehicle.
Do not stay in a parked or
stopped vehicle with the
engine running for an extended
period of time.

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■ KEYS NOTICE
A
CAUTION Lock all doors and take the key
with you when you leave the
Do not leave children in the
vehicle unattended.
vehicle with the ignition key.
They could operate the power
windows or other controls and
could even make the vehicle
move. A child or others could
be injured or even killed.
The vehicle comes with two identi-
Leaving children, helpless cal double-sided keys.
adults, or pets in a vehicle with
The key has a code number
the windows closed is danger-
stamped on the key number plate
ous. They could be overcome
. The key code number tells your
by extreme heat and could
dealer how to make extra keys.
suffer permanent injuries or
Keep the number plate in a safe
even death from heat stroke.
place, not in the vehicle.
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehi- If you lose your keys, contact your
cle, especially with the windows dealer to obtain new ones.
closed in warm or hot weather.

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The replacement key must have a ■ THEFT DETERRENT

transponder embedded in it.
SYSTEM
This deters unauthorized persons
from obtaining a duplicate key. Immobilizer (If equipped)
See "Theft Deterrent System" later Your vehicle may be equipped
in this section for more informa- with an immobilizer system.
tion.
The ignition key has a transponder
imbedded in it.
The transponder is electronically Security System Light
coded to match a decoder in your
vehicle. This light is located on the
instrument cluster, near the trip
The system is armed when the key odometer.
is removed from the ignition.
In order to discourage vehicle
theft, the system will not allow the
starter and fuel circuits to operate
if a damaged or wrong key has
been used in an attempt to start
the
vehicle.
Take care not to damage the key,
or it may not start the engine.

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If the system determines that an Content Theft Deterrent Arming the System
invalid key is being used in the System (If equipped) To arm the system:
ignition, the Security System Light
will turn on. You must use the remote keyless 1. Close the windows.
entry transmitter to activate the
• If the invalid key does not have 2. Turn the ignition to LOCK.
anti-theft mode.
a transponder in it, the security If the ignition is in ACC (acces-
light will shine steadily. See "Remote Keyless Entry" later in
sory), the anti-theft system will
this section for more information.
• If the invalid key does have a not arm.
transponder in it, but the Note:
3. Remove the key from the igni-
decoder does not detect the The system can be activated even tion.
correct code, the security light if windows or doors are open.
4. Have all passengers get out of
will flash. Close all windows and doors
the vehicle.
In either situation, the system will before leaving the vehicle.
not allow the vehicle to start.
See "Content Theft Deterrent
System" for more information.

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5. Close all doors (including the 6. Lock the vehicle with the
CAUTION rear hatch and the hood). remote keyless entry system.
Leaving children, helpless Note: All doors will lock, the hazard
adults, or pets in a vehicle with lights will flash once, you will
the windows closed is danger- - The system can be activated
even if the windows are hear a chirp, and the anti-theft
ous. They could be overcome system will be armed.
by extreme heat and could open. Close all the windows
suffer permanent injuries or and doors before leaving the The Security System Light should
even death from heat stroke. vehicle. flash to indicate the theft deterrent
Never leave a child, a helpless system is armed.
adult, or a pet alone in a vehi- CAUTION See "Security System Light" earlier
cle, especially with the windows Do not lock the vehicle using in this section for more informa-
closed in warm or hot weather. the remote keyless entry trans- tion.
mitter if anyone is to be left
inside the vehicle.

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Alarm Warning Disarming the System ■ REMOTE KEYLESS

If this theft deterrent system is Press the unlock button on the ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
armed, the alarm will go off any remote keyless entry transmitter.
This option allows you to lock or
time a door, the rear hatch or the All doors will unlock, the hazard unlock your doors from up to 6 m
hood is opened without using the lights will flash twice and the anti- away.
key or keyless entry transmitter. theft system will disarm.
Note:
To turn off the alarm: If the door is not opened or
Operating the remote keyless
• Press the lock or unlock button the engine is not started within
entry system may interact with
on the remote keyless entry 30 seconds of disarming the
the vehicle's theft deterrent
transmitter. system, the system will lock the
system (if equipped).
• Or wait 30 seconds and the doors and reset the armed theft
deterrent system. See "Content Theft Deterrent
alarm will automatically stop.
System" earlier in this section
The system will lock the doors
for more information.
and reset the armed theft
deterrent system.
If the system does not operate as
described above, see your dealer
for service.

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Unlock
CAUTION
C B Press � to unlock all doors.
Do not lock the vehicle using
the remote keyless entry trans- The indicator light � will flash on
mitter if anyone is to be left the transmitter to show that it is
inside the vehicle. operational.
Leaving children, helpless The hazard lights will flash twice.
A
adults, or pets in a vehicle with Note:
the windows closed is danger-
If you do not open a door or
ous. They could be overcome
by extreme heat and could Operation start the engine within 30
seconds, all doors will automat-
suffer permanent injuries or Lock ically lock.
even death from heat stroke.
Press � to lock all doors.
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehi- The indicator light � will flash on
cle, especially with the windows the transmitter to show that it is
closed in warm or hot weather. operational.
The hazard lights will flash once.

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Transmitter Range NOTICE

The range of your transmitter A
When replacing the battery, use
should be about 6 meters. At times
care not to touch any of the
you may notice a decrease in the
circuitry. Static from your body
range. This is normal. If the trans-
transferred to these surfaces
mitter does not work, or you have
may damage the transmitter.
to stand closer to your vehicle than
normal for the transmitter to work:
• You may have to replace the NOTICE
battery in your transmitter. See Battery Replacement Avoid touching the flat surfaces
the instructions for battery of the battery with your bare
replacement. If the indicator  fails to illumi-
nate, the transmitter can still be fingers. Handling will shorten
• You may be too far from your used for a while. However, this battery life.
vehicle. Check your distance. indicates that a new battery is
You may have to stand closer needed.
to your vehicle in rain or snow.
Replace the battery with type
• Check the location. Other vehi- CR1620 or a similar type.
cles or objects may be blocking
the signal. Take a few steps to
the right or left.
If none of the above apply, see
your dealer or qualified techni-
cians for service.

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3. Remove the battery and

replace it with the new one, NOTICE
making sure the positive (+) In order to keep the transmitter
side of the battery is facing working properly, avoid drop-
up. ping the transmitter. Do not
4. Attach the sticker and put the place heavy objects on the
transmitter unit in the cover. transmitter and keep the trans-
mitter away from water and
5. Reassemble the transmitter. direct sunlight. If the transmit-
6. Test the operation of the ter gets wet, wipe it with a soft
To replace the battery: transmitter with your vehicle. cloth.
1. Remove the screw from the Note:
back cover.
Used lithium batteries can harm
Remove the cover. the environment. Make sure
2. Pull the transmitter unit out of that you dispose of old batteries
the cover and carefully detach in accordance with local
the sticker from the unit. Keep recycling regulations. Do not
the sticker in a clean place. discard with household refuse.

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Matching Transmitters ■ IGNITION SWITCH

Matching transmitters to your
vehicle may be necessary if you CAUTION
lose or replace a transmitter. Even Do not leave children in the
if only one transmitter is being vehicle with the ignition key.
replaced, you must rematch all of They could operate the power
your transmitters at the same time. windows or other controls and
Up to five transmitters can be could even make the vehicle
matched to your vehicle. move. A child or others could
See your dealer to purchase a new be injured or even killed.
With the key in the ignition switch,
transmitter and to have transmit- you can turn the switch to four
ters matched to your vehicle. positions:
1. LOCK: The only position in
which you can remove the
key.
To lock the steering wheel, re-
move the key and rotate the
steering wheel until it locks.
If your key seems stuck in the
lock position, turn the steering
wheel to the left or right, then
turn the key with your other
hand.

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2. ACC (Accessory): In this posi- 3. ON: The switch returns to this

tion, you can operate some of position after you start the CAUTION
your electrical accessories engine and release the switch. Do not turn the key to LOCK
while the engine is off. Even with the engine off, you while driving. The driver could
This position unlocks the steer- can use this position to oper- lose control of the vehicle and
ing wheel. ate electrical accessories and brake power assistance would
display some warning lights. be cancelled, causing vehicle
Note: damage, personal injury or
- In order to turn the key from NOTICE even death.
the Accessory position to the Unless the engine is running,
Lock position, the ignition leaving the key in the ON posi-
key/switch must be pushed CAUTION
tion for an extended period of
in slightly. time will drain the battery. Do not reach for the key
through the steering wheel.
NOTICE 4. START: Starts the engine. The steering wheel could
Leaving the key in the accessory When the engine starts, suddenly turn causing the driv-
position for extended periods release the key. The ignition er to lose control of the vehicle
will drain the battery. switch will return to ON. and injure fingers, hands or
arms.
Do not turn the key to START
after the engine is already
running.

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■ STARTING Engine Starting NOTICE

INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE Do not idle the engine at high
speed for more than five
NOTICE Holding your key in the Start
minutes to avoid damaging the
Your engine is designed to work position for longer than 15
exhaust system.
with the electronics in your seconds at a time can damage
vehicle. If you add electrical your starter motor. Wait about
parts or accessories, you could 10 seconds between each try to
change the way the engine help avoid damaging your
operates. See your dealer starter.
before adding electrical equip-
ment.

See "Driving Precautions" earlier in

this section for important safety
information.

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3. Turn your ignition key to

A/C
START. Do not push the accel-
erator pedal. Let go of the key
1 when the engine starts.
3
5
2
4
4

4. Let the engine idle for at least

30 seconds before driving.
2
4 R NOTICE
When starting the engine in
1. Make sure the parking brake is Vehicles with Manual Trans- very cold weather (below
applied before starting the missions: -10°C), allow the vehicle to
engine. warm up before driving.
- With a manual transmission,
2. Vehicles with Automatic Trans- push the clutch pedal to the
5. Release the parking brake.
missions: floor and put the transmis-
sion in neutral. Hold the 6. Drive at moderate speeds for a
- The transmission must be in
clutch pedal to the floor little while, especially in cold
P (Park).
while starting the engine. weather.
CAUTION
Although the engine can be
started when the selector lever
is in N (Neutral), use it only
when normal starting is
impossible.

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Engine Starting Problems ■ TRANSMISSION CAUTION

Failure to Start
Automatic Transmission Do not shift out of P (Park) or
If the engine doesn’t start right N (Neutral) with the engine
away, wait about 10 seconds, then
(If equipped)
racing.
try again.
NOTICE You could lose control of the
If the engine starts, let it warm up vehicle and you or others may
Spinning the tyres too fast or
before you drive. Do not race the be injured.
holding the vehicle in one place
engine when it is cold.
on a hill using only the acceler- Also, the transmission could be
If the engine still won't start, it ator pedal may damage the damaged.
could be flooded with too much transmission. Shifting into a drive gear while
gasoline.
If the vehicle gets stuck do not the engine is racing is danger-
Engine Flooding spin the wheels too fast. ous. Keep your foot on the
If the engine is flooded with too When stopped during an uphill brake pedal and off the acceler-
much gasoline, push the accelera- climb, hold the vehicle in place ator pedal. After shifting, wait a
tor pedal all the way to the floor using the brakes. while, then release the brake
and hold it there as you hold the pedal slowly. This will prevent
key in the Start position for up to any unexpected rapid accelera-
15 seconds. This clears the extra tion.
gasoline from the engine.

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CAUTION •
P This arrow indicates that you
Do not shift to P (Park) or
R (Reverse) while the vehicle is
R must press the button at the
moving. N end of the lever in order to
D shift.
Do not use the P (Park) position
in place of the parking brake.
2 •
1
Turn off the engine, set the This arrow indicates that it is
parking brake and remove the not necessary to apply the
key from the ignition before There are six different shift posi- brake pedal or press the button
leaving the vehicle. tions for your gear lever. at the end of the lever in order
to shift.
Do not leave your vehicle while In order to shift into certain posi-
the engine is running. tions, it is necessary to press in the
button at the end of the lever and/
or apply the brake pedal.
See the illustration above, and the
following descriptions for informa-
tion:
•
This arrow indicates that you
must apply the brake pedal and
press the button at the end of
the lever in order to shift.

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P (Park) See "Shift Lock Control System" N (Neutral)

This locks your front wheels. Use later in this section for more infor- In this position, the engine doesn’t
this position to park the vehicle mation. connect with the wheels.
and when starting the engine. Use N (Neutral) when your vehicle
CAUTION
is being towed.
CAUTION Do not shift out of P (Park) or
When you leave your vehicle, N (Neutral) with the engine CAUTION
be sure the shift lever is fully in racing.
Do not shift out of P (Park) or
P (Park) and the parking brake N (Neutral) with the engine
is firmly applied. Don't try to R (Reverse)
racing.
shift to P (Park) if your vehicle is Use this to back up.
moving.
NOTICE
Your vehicle has an automatic Shift to R (Reverse) only after
transmission shift lock control your vehicle is stopped. Shifting
system. With the ignition on, you to Reverse while your vehicle is
have to fully apply the regular moving could damage your
brakes before you can shift out of transmission.
P (Park).

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D (Automatic Overdrive) Note: 2 (Second Gear)

For faster acceleration, press the This position allows the transmis-
NOTICE accelerator pedal all the way sion to shift from 1 (First Gear) to
Use D (Automatic Overdrive) as down and hold it. 2 (Second Gear).
much as possible. The transmission will downshift The transmission will not automat-
automatically. ically shift into higher gears.
Use this position for normal driv-
ing in most street and highway When the vehicle has reached This position gives you more
situations. the desired speed, let up on the power but lower fuel economy.
accelerator pedal. Use it when climbing hills and for
This shift position improves fuel
economy and reduces noise. The transmission will shift back engine braking when driving
up to a higher gear. down steep hills.
See "Overdrive Defeat" later in this 1 (First Gear)
section for more information. This position locks the transmis-
sion in first gear.
This position gives you even more
power (but lower fuel economy)
than 2. You can use it on very
steep hills or in deep snow or mud.

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OVERDRIVE DEFEAT SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM

This feature allows the transmis- Your vehicle has an automatic
sion to shift into the first three transmission shift lock control
gears, but not overdrive. system. With the ignition on, you
Enable this feature to avoid exces- have to fully apply the regular
sive shifting, such as when driving brakes before you can shift out of
on a long uphill gradient. P (Park).
This feature gives you more power If you cannot shift out of P (Park):
but lower fuel economy. 1. Turn off the ignition.
To turn this feature on or off, do
2. Apply and hold the brake
the following:
pedal.
• With the shift lever in the auto-
3. Press the shift lever button
matic overdrive position, press
and shift into N (Neutral).
the button located on the side
of the shift lever. 4. Start the engine and shift the
transmission into the desired
When the Overdrive Defeat
position.
feature is on, the Overdrive Defeat
Light on the instrument panel will 5. Have the vehicle serviced as
also be on. soon as possible.

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See "Automatic Transmission Note:

Light" under "Indicator and Warn- If the automatic transmission
ing Lights" in Section 1 for more fluid temperature drops below
information. 20°C, the system will enter a
In this situation, the transmission transmission protection mode.
may not shift automatically, or You may notice a change in the
shifting may be much harsher than transmission shifting patterns.
normal. This is normal.
Have the vehicle serviced as soon The transmission will not shift
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION as possible. into automatic overdrive, and
EMERGENCY OPERATION its lock-up operation will not be
If a problem is detected with the possible.
automatic transmission, the Auto- The system will return to
matic Transmission Light will turn normal operation when the
on. transmission fluid temperature
reaches 20°C.

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Clutch Pedal Free Play

CAUTION
There is no clutch pedal free play.
Do not skip gears when you
A/C

See your dealer if there is any

downshift or you could lose clutch pedal free play.
control of the vehicle. You or
2
4
R

others could be injured.

NOTICE
Shift to Reverse only after your
Manual Transmission vehicle is stopped. Shifting to
(If equipped) Reverse while your vehicle is
moving could damage your
If your vehicle is equipped with a
transmission.
manual transmission, this is your
vehicle's shift pattern.
The clutch pedal must be fully NOTICE
pressed in when shifting to ensure Do not rest your foot on the
the transmission is fully in gear. clutch pedal while driving. This
Your shift lever is in the Neutral will cause accelerated wear on
position when it is centered in the clutch components.
shift pattern.
Use the Neutral position when you
start or idle your engine.

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■ VEHICLE PARKING Automatic Transmissions Manual Transmissions

Shift the transmission into Set the parking brake firmly.
NOTICE P (Park). When parking on a level surface
Things that can burn can touch Set the parking brake firmly. shift the transmission into N
hot exhaust parts under your (Neutral).
vehicle and ignite. Don't park Turn off the ignition and remove
over papers, leaves, dry grass or the key. When parking on a downhill
other things that can burn. grade, shift the transmission into
R (Reverse).
When parking on an uphill grade,
CAUTION shift the transmission into 1 (First
To prevent your parked vehicle Gear).
from moving accidentally, do Turn off the ignition and remove
not leave the front wheels in a the key.
straight ahead position when
parking on a hill.
If the vehicle is facing downhill,
turn the wheels away from the
road. If it is facing uphill, turn
the wheels toward the road.

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Winter Parking Tip 2. Park the vehicle, following the ■ TRACTION

Under cold weather conditions, previous instructions.
There are three systems that
the parking brake can freeze in the 3. Place wheel blocks behind the control the vehicle: steering,
engaged position. This is most rear wheels. brakes, and accelerator. To keep
likely to happen if the brakes are 4. Release the parking brake. the vehicle under control, do not
wet. push any of these systems beyond
If there is a risk that the parking their limits.
brake may freeze after driving
through water deep enough to
wet brake components or after
having the vehicle washed, do the
following:
1. Apply the parking brake only
temporarily while you put the
gear selector lever in P (Park)
for vehicles with an automatic
transmission or in 1 (First
Gear) or reverse gear for vehi-
cles with a manual transmis-
sion.

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■ BRAKES CAUTION CAUTION

Your vehicle has front disc brakes
If one brake circuit should fail, After a car wash or driving
and rear drum brakes and a dual
the vehicle can still be stopped through a puddle, the brakes
circuit braking system.
with the remaining brake may not work well. Apply light
If the engine stops as you're driv- circuit, however, stopping pedal pressure until the brakes
ing, brake normally but don't distance will be increased and work normally.
pump your brakes. If the engine more brake pedal pressure will
stops, you will have some power be required.
brake assist left, but it's used up as CAUTION
Have the vehicle serviced right
you brake. Heavy braking when going
away.
The brake pedal may be harder to down a hill can cause your
push and it may take longer to brakes to overheat. This could
stop. CAUTION cause loss of control and a seri-
Do not drive with your foot on ous accident. Apply the brakes
the brake pedal. This will accel- lightly when descending a hill
erate wear to brake compo- and use a low gear to keep vehi-
nents. The brakes may also cle speed under control.
become overheated, resulting Do not keep the brake pedal
in longer braking distance and pressed continuously.
an unsafe condition.
See "Brake System Warning Light"
in Section 1.

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BRAKING IN EMERGENCIES If your vehicle is not equipped with Brake Pedal Travel
At some time, nearly every driver antilock brakes and you find your-
See your dealer if the brake pedal
gets into a situation that requires self in a situation that requires hard
does not return to normal height,
hard braking. braking, press the brake pedal
or if there is a rapid increase in
with steadily increasing pressure to
Unless your vehicle is equipped pedal travel. This could be a sign of
give you maximum braking while
with antilock brakes, your initial brake trouble.
maintaining steering control.
instinct to hit the brake pedal hard
and hold it down may be the In an emergency, you may want to
wrong thing to do. The wheels squeeze the brakes hard without
could stop rolling. If they do, the locking the wheels. If you hear or
vehicle would not be able to feel the wheels sliding, ease off the
respond to your steering. brake pedal. This will help you
retain steering control.
Momentum would carry your
vehicle in whatever direction it was If your vehicle is equipped with
headed when the wheels stopped antilock brakes, see "Antilock Brake
rolling. The vehicle could go off System" later in this section.
the road, into traffic or into the
very thing you were trying to
avoid.

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The antilock brake system can help

you maintain steering control
during a hard brake application.

NOTICE
The antilock brake system does
not change the time you need
to apply the brakes, and it does
not always decrease stopping
distances. Always leave enough
Brake Pedal Free Play Antilock Brake System room to stop.
Brake pedal free play must be (If equipped)
6-10 mm. The antilock brake system helps
To check the brake pedal free play, you maintain directional stability
turn the engine off and press the on wet or slippery road surfaces. It
brake pedal several times to automatically controls the brake
deplete the vacuum in the brake operation when braking.
system. Then, when you press the This occurs only during a brake
brake pedal by hand, measure the application which would have
distance the pedal moves until caused one or more wheels to
there is a slight resistance. lock. You don't have to 'pump' the
See your dealer if the brake pedal brakes. Just hold the brake pedal
free play differs from the norm. down. You may feel or hear it
The brakes need to be adjusted. pulsate, but this is normal.

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If the Antilock Brake System Warn- To release the parking brake, hold
ing Light turns on, there is a prob- the regular brake pedal down with
lem with the brake system. your right foot. Pull up the parking
See "Antilock Brake System brake lever until you can push the
Warning Light" in Section 1 for button on top of the lever. Hold in
more information. the button while completely
lowering the lever.

CAUTION
If the parking brake is not set
Parking Brake properly, the vehicle may move
The parking brake lever is located suddenly and/or cause an acci-
between the front seats. dent. See a dealer for service if
brake adjustment is required.
Make sure the vehicle is stopped
before you apply the parking
brake. CAUTION
To set the parking brake, hold the Do not use the parking brake
regular brake pedal down with while the vehicle is in motion,
your right foot and then pull up on or as a substitute for the brake
the parking brake lever. pedal.
You could lose control of the
vehicle and you or others may
be injured.

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NOTICE Parking Brake Lever Travel ■ SUSPENSION

The parking brake lever travel The suspension system in your
Do not drive with the parking
must be 5-7 notches, with a force vehicle is designed to keep the
brake set.
of approximately 20 kgf. vehicle level and to provide a
Driving with the parking brake smooth and controlled ride.
To check the parking brake lever
on can cause the rear brakes to
travel, turn the engine off. Apply
overheat. The rear brakes, and
the parking brake and count the
even other parts of the vehicle,
notch clicks.
may be damaged. Always check
that the parking brake is fully See your dealer if the parking
released before you begin to brake travel differs from the norm.
drive. The parking brake needs to be
adjusted.
Make sure the brake system
warning light is off.

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4
■ VEHICLE LOADING CAUTION CAUTION
S
CAUTION If you try to carry something on The components of your vehi- v
top of your vehicle that is long- cle are designed to provide a
Things you put inside your vehi-
er or wider than the luggage satisfactory service if the vehicle M
cle can strike and injure people
carrier - like paneling, plywood, is not loaded in excess of the n
in a sudden stop or turn, or in a
a mattress, and so forth - the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
crash. Put things in the cargo n
wind can catch it as you drive Overloading can result in loss of
area of your vehicle and try to
along. What you are carrying
e
spread the weight evenly. vehicle control and personal
could be violently torn off, and injury. It can also shorten the
Never stack things inside the
this could cause you or other service life of your vehicle.
vehicle any higher than the
drivers to have a collision, and
seatbacks. Do not leave unse-
of course damage your vehicle.
cured child restraints inside the
Never carry something longer
vehicle. Try to secure anything
or wider than your luggage
that is carried inside the vehicle.
carrier on top of your vehicle.

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Maintenance Guidelines ............................... 160 Winter Tyres .................................................. 198
4 Fuel ................................................................ 160 Spare Tyre ..................................................... 198
Ser- Leaded Fuel .................................................. 160 Identification Numbers ................................. 199
vice Unleaded Fuel............................................... 161 Vehicle Identification Number....................... 199
and Catalytic Converter ...................................... 162 Engine Identification Number ....................... 199
Mai Fuel Door Release ......................................... 164 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ............................ 199
nte- Filling the Tank ............................................. 164 Bulb Replacement ......................................... 205
nanc Hood Release................................................. 166 Replacement Bulb Specifications .................. 210
Engine Compartment ................................... 169 Specifications and Capacities........................ 211
e
Engine Oil..................................................... 170 Engine Specifications .................................... 211
Engine Coolant............................................. 175 Drivetrain...................................................... 213
Automatic Transmission Fluid ...................... 177 Chassis.......................................................... 215
Manual Transmission Fluid ........................... 180 Brake System ................................................ 216
Power Steering Fluid .................................... 181 Wheels and Tyres........................................... 216
Brake Fluid.................................................... 183 Capacities (Approximate).............................. 217
Windshield Washer Fluid............................... 185 Exterior Dimensions ...................................... 217
Battery.......................................................... 186 Weight.......................................................... 218
Drive Belt...................................................... 188 Vehicle Top Speed......................................... 219
Air Cleaner/Filter........................................... 189 Recommended Fuel....................................... 220
Spark Plugs ................................................... 190 Africa ............................................................ 220
Wiper Blades ................................................. 190 Asia & Pacific & CIS ...................................... 220
Passenger Compartment Air Filter .............. 192 Latin America & Mexico................................ 221
Wheels and Tyres........................................... 193 Middle East ................................................... 221
Inflation ........................................................ 194 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ........... 222
Inspection and Rotation................................ 195 Maintenance Schedule.................................. 223
Tyre Replacement.......................................... 195 Maintenance Intervals................................... 224
Tyre Chains ................................................... 197 Scheduled Maintenance Services .................. 225

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■ MAINTENANCE CAUTION
GUIDELINES Make sure you dispose of mate-
The required maintenance rials in accordance with envi-
intervals vary considerably ronmental protection
between climates, geographical regulations to help protect the
locations, terrain and driving environment and your health.
conditions. The Maintenance
Some parts cannot be recycled.
Schedule shows the intervals
required for the various
maintenance procedures for For important safety information,
see the section titled "Important ■ FUEL
your specific area. Make sure to
follow the maintenance intervals Safety Precautions".
Leaded Fuel
listed in the Maintenance
Schedule. (Vehicles Designed to Run on
Leaded Fuel)
See "Maintenance Schedule" later
in this section for more informa- If your vehicle is equipped with an
tion. engine that operates on leaded
fuel, then you should use a high
quality Leaded Fuel. The "Leaded"
fuel tank has a large filler neck to
accommodate the larger leaded
fuel pump nozzle.

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The use of gasoline with an Unleaded Fuel NOTICE

octane rating lower than that
(Vehicles Designed to Run on
recommended may cause engine Use clean fuel only. Contami-
Unleaded Fuel)
knock. Continued use can cause nated fuel may reduce the life
engine damage and void the of the fuel delivery system and
warranty.
CAUTION the engine.
Fuel vapor is highly flammable.
See "Recommended Fuel" later in Your vehicle was not designed
Keep sparks, flames and smok-
this section. for fuels that contain methanol.
ing materials away from fuel.
If you detect a heavy engine knock Methanol can corrode metal
even when using a gasoline of the parts in your fuel system and
recommended octane rating, have can also damage plastic and
the engine checked. Short periods rubber parts. Damage caused
of engine knock during hill by the use of fuels that contain
climbing and acceleration are methanol would not be
acceptable. covered by your warranty.

CAUTION
Gasoline vapor is highly flam-
mable. Keep sparks, flames and
smoking materials away from
gasoline.

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The engine in your vehicle is Use of the recommended fuel is

designed to accept unleaded an important part of the proper
gasoline only. The use of leaded maintenance of your vehicle.
gasoline could affect your vehicle’s You should use a high quality fuel
performance as well as your which meets the minimum octane
vehicle's warranty. rating recommended.
Note: The use of gasoline with an octane
The fuel tank has a narrow fuel rating lower than that recom-
filler neck and only the smaller mended may cause engine knock.
unleaded fuel pump nozzle will Continued use can cause engine Catalytic Converter (If
fit in it. The larger leaded fuel damage and void the warranty.
pump nozzle will not fit.
equipped)
See "Recommended Fuel" later in
Vehicles designed to run on
It is recommended that gasoline this section.
unleaded fuel are equipped with a
meet specifications described in If you detect a heavy engine knock catalytic converter.
the World-Wide Fuel Charter even when using a gasoline of the
available from the Alliance of Do not use leaded fuel.
recommended octane rating, have
Automobile Manufacturers at the engine checked. Short periods The fuel tank has a narrow fuel fill-
www.autoalliance.org. of engine knock during hill er neck and only the smaller
climbing and acceleration are unleaded fuel pump nozzle will fit
acceptable. in it. The larger leaded fuel pump
nozzle will not fit.

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If any of the following conditions

NOTICE exist, you should see your dealer NOTICE
If you are having trouble start- for service as soon as possible: Failure to follow these instruc-
ing the engine, and you contin- • The engine misfires. tions may result in damage to
ue trying to start it while the the engine, fuel and/or emis-
accelerator pedal is pressed, the • The engine runs rough follow- sion systems:
catalytic converter could be ing a cold start.
• Avoid frequent cold starts.
damaged by imperfect • The engine loses power.
combustion. • When trying to start your
• The vehicle exhibits unusual vehicle, do not hold the key
operating conditions which in the START position for
CAUTION may indicate a fault in the igni- more than 15 seconds at a
tion system. time.
Do not drive your vehicle if the
engine is running rough or if it • Do not let the vehicle run out
lacks power. of fuel. This can damage the
Operating your vehicle under catalytic converter.
these conditions may result in • Trying to start your vehicle by
serious damage to the catalytic pushing or pulling it won't
converter and other vehicle work and could even dam-
components. age your vehicle.

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• When you put the cap back on,

continue to turn it clockwise
until you hear a clicking noise.
• Close the fuel door.
When closing the fuel door,
make sure that it latches.

CAUTION
Static electricity can ignite
Fuel Door Release Filling the Tank gasoline vapor. You can be
The remote fuel filler door release Turn off the engine before refuel- burned and your vehicle
allows you to open the fuel filler ing. damaged. Only use pumps,
door from inside the vehicle. hoses and containers that are
The cap is behind a hinged door properly grounded when filling
Pull up the release lever located on the side of your vehicle. up with fuel.
near the front corner of the driver’s • Remove the fuel filler cap by
seat. turning it slowly counterclock-
Note: wise.
If the fuel filler door does not If you hear a "hiss" when open-
open in cold weather, tap the ing the cap, wait for that to
door lightly. Then try to open it stop.
again. Then continue to slowly turn
the cap and remove it.

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CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION

Fuel vapor is highly flammable. If you open the cap rapidly • Never fill a portable fuel con-
Keep sparks, flames and smok- while pressure inside the tank is tainer while it is in your vehi-
ing materials away from fuel. high, gasoline may spray out cle.
If you get gasoline on you and from the tank. Before you fully • Dispense gasoline only into
then something ignites it, you open the cap, turn it slightly to approved containers.
could be badly burned. release the pressure from inside
the tank. • Do not leave the fuel pump
To avoid injuries to you and unattended while refueling.
others, read and follow all • Keep children away from the
instructions on the gas station NOTICE fuel pump.
pump. If you have to get a new cap, be • Bring the fill nozzle in contact
Turn off your engine before sure to get the right one. Other- with the inside of the fill
refueling. wise, the cap may not vent opening before operating the
properly, leading to serious fuel nozzle.
system and other damage. Your
dealer knows the correct cap for • Do not smoke while pumping
your vehicle. gasoline.

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CAUTION NOTICE
To allow room for fuel expan- Don't spill fuel on the vehicle's
sion in the fuel tank (caused by exterior surfaces. It can damage
heat from the engine), fill the your paint. If you do, wash it off
tank only until the pump’s as soon as possible.
automatic nozzle shuts off.

CAUTION
If a fire starts while you are refu- ■ HOOD RELEASE
eling, do not remove the To open the hood:
nozzle. Stop the flow of fuel by
turning off the pump. Notify • Pull the handle inside the vehi-
the station attendant and leave cle on the lower, driver’s side of
the area immediately. the instrument panel.

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• Then pull up the secondary • Rotate the rod up and insert To close the hood:
latch lever at the front of the the free end securely into the • While holding the hood to
vehicle and raise the hood. socket on the underside of the keep it from falling, remove the
• Disengage the hood support hood. support rod from the socket
rod from the retaining clip. and secure it firmly back into its
retaining clip.
• Make sure hands and other
body parts, as well as those of
other persons, are completely
away from the engine com-
partment and hood-to-body
edges.

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• Lower the hood, allowing it to Before closing the hood, make

drop from a height of about CAUTION sure that all filler caps are on
30cm. The electric engine cooling fan properly.
• Make sure that the hood is can start even if the engine is
securely locked in place. not running. Be careful around
it.
CAUTION Be careful not to drop or spill
Pull on the front edge of the things that will burn onto a hot
hood to make sure it is latched engine. They could start a fire
securely before you drive your and you or others could be
vehicle. burned.
Do not pull the hood release Fans or other moving engine
handle while your vehicle is parts can injure you badly. Keep
moving. your hands, hair and loose
clothing away from moving
Do not drive the vehicle with parts.
the hood open. An open hood
will obscure the driver’s vision.
Operating your vehicle with an
obstructed view can lead to a
collision resulting in damage to
your vehicle or other property,
personal injury, or even death.

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7. Air Cleaner
2 1 3 4 5 6 7 10 8 9
8. Battery
9. Underhood Fuse and
Relay Center
10. Automatic Transmission Dip-
stick (If equipped)

■ ENGINE 2. Washer Fluid Reservoir

COMPARTMENT 3. Engine Oil Dipstick
0.8/1.0 SOHC Engine 4. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
When you open the hood, you'll 5. Oil Fill Cap
see: 6. Brake Fluid Reservoir
1. Engine Coolant Reservoir

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Engine Oil CAUTION

Engine oil must be kept at correct
levels to help ensure proper lubri-
CAUTION Used oil, oil filters and empty oil cation of the vehicle’s engine.
containers should not be It is normal for an engine to use
Engine oil is an irritant. If
disposed of with regular trash. some oil.
ingested, it can cause illness
and death. Keep out of reach of Have the oil and oil filter Check the oil level at regular inter-
children. Avoid repeated or changed by an authorized vals, such as when refueling.
prolonged contact with skin. service center, familiar with the
Wash hands after handling. requirements of the law regard- It is the owner's responsibility to
ing used oil disposal, to help check the engine oil level regular-
protect the environment and ly.
your health. If the Engine Oil Pressure Light
comes on, it means you should
check the oil level right away.
See "Engine Oil Pressure Warning
Light" under "Indicator and Warn-
ing Lights" in Section 1.

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The best time to check the engine 5. Remove the dipstick again and
oil level is when the oil is warm: check the oil level.
1. The vehicle should be on level Also check to make sure the oil
ground. is not contaminated.
2. Stop the engine and wait a
few minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan.
If the engine is cold, it will take
longer for the oil to drain back
into the oil pan. 3. Remove the dipstick and wipe
it clean.
4. Reinsert the dipstick all the
way until it is firmly seated.

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TROLEUM
PE
MIN MAX

IN
FOR

MERICA

STITUTE •
GASOLINE
ENGINES

•A
C D
ER
TIFI E

The level should be between the To determine the engine oil fill Choosing the Right Oil Quality
MIN and MAX marks. location, see "Oil Fill Cap" in the Be sure the oil you use has the API
The oil level must be above the engine compartment diagram, SM (ILSAC GF-IV) rating or better.
lower mark. Add oil as required. earlier in this section.
Avoid over-filling the engine since
this may cause engine damage. NOTICE
Don't add too much oil. If your
engine has so much oil that the
oil level gets above the upper
mark that shows the proper
operating range, your engine
could be damaged.

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Do not switch to a different viscos-

ity in the event of brief tempera-
ture change.
SAE 15W-40
NOTICE
Using engine oils of a viscosity
other than those recommended
SAE 10W-30
could result in engine damage.

SAE 5W-30

°F -20 0 20 40 60 80 100

°C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40

Choosing the Right Oil Viscosity When choosing an oil, consider

SAE 10W-30 is the recommended the range of temperature your
engine oil for your vehicle. SAE vehicle will be operated in before
5W-30 may be used at colder the next oil change. Then, select
temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE the recommended oil viscosity
15W-40 are recommended in hot from the chart.
temperatures.

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Engine Oil Additives Engine Oil Change Intervals

CAUTION
Your engine should not need any
extra additives if you use the CAUTION Make sure you dispose of mate-
recommended oil quality and Changing the engine oil and rials in accordance with envi-
change the oil at recommended filter requires special skills, tools ronmental protection
intervals. and equipment. regulations to help protect the
environment and your health.
It is recommended that you
NOTICE have your dealer perform this Engine oil loses its ability to lubri-
Use of additives could damage service. cate when contaminated. Be sure
the engine. Before attempting any service to change your engine oil accord-
procedure yourself, make sure ing to the maintenance schedule.
See your dealer for information on that you are very familiar with it
additives. Be sure to replace the engine oil
and that you are confident you filter each time you change engine
Consult your dealer if you think can complete it safely. oil.
your engine has an oil-related Otherwise, you could be
problem. Under severe conditions, change
injured or your vehicle could be the oil and oil filter more frequent-
damaged. ly than is recommended in the
standard maintenance schedule.

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Severe conditions include, but are Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle
not limited to: is designed to use a phosphate
• frequent cold starting CAUTION based coolant.
• frequent driving when the out- If your engine overheats, see Mixed correctly, this coolant
side temperature remains "Engine Overheating" in protects against corrosion and
below freezing Section 5. Continued operation freezing.
of the overheated engine even
• frequent driving in stop and go for a short time, may result in
traffic a fire and the possibility of
• frequent short trips personal injury and/or severe
• prolonged idling vehicle damage.
• frequent low-speed driving
• driving in dusty areas CAUTION
Steam and scalding liquids from
a hot cooling system can blow
out and burn you badly. Never
turn the cap when the engine
and cooling system are hot.

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CAUTION NOTICE
Adding only plain water or a Do not substitute any liquids for
liquid other than the recom- the proper coolant mixture.
mended coolant can be Otherwise, premature corro-
dangerous. The engine could sion may result and the engine
overheat but you would not get coolant will require change
the overheat warning. The sooner.
engine could catch on fire and
you or others could be burned. If the coolant level is low, add a
When the engine is cool, the cool- Do not use plain water, alcohol 50/50 mixture of demineralized
ant level should be between the or a methanol based antifreeze water and a good quality phos-
MIN and MAX marks on the cool- in the cooling system. phate antifreeze to bring the level
ant reservoir. The level of coolant up to the proper mark.
rises as the engine warms and Use only the proper mixture of
demineralized water and the In extremely cold weather, add a
drops back as the engine cools.
specified antifreeze. mixture of 40 percent water and
60 percent antifreeze.

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CAUTION
It is not necessary to add coolant Automatic Transmission
more frequently than recom- Fluid (If equipped)
Never open the cap when the mended. If you add coolant more
engine and cooling system are often, this may be a sign that your It is not necessary to regularly
hot. Scalding fluid and steam engine needs maintenance. See change the transmission fluid in
can escape and burn you. your dealer for service. your vehicle, however you may
have the fluid level checked by
See the Maintenance Schedule, your dealer or service center when
CAUTION later in this section, to find out you have the oil changed.
when the coolant must be
Engine coolant can be hazard- replaced.
ous. If ingested, it can cause
NOTICE
illness and death. Keep out of Too much or too little fluid can
reach of children. Avoid repeat- damage your transmission.
ed or prolonged contact with
skin. Wash hands after Make sure the transmission fluid is
handling. at the proper level.
A decrease in the fluid level may
indicate a leak.
If there is a leak, have the vehicle
serviced as soon as possible.

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If the fluid is contaminated or Check the fluid only when the

discoloured, change the automatic engine is running, the vehicle is
transmission fluid. parked on a level surface and the
shift lever is in P (Park).
NOTICE The fluid should be at the normal
Take care to prevent contami- operating temperature when you
nation. Contaminated fluid can check it.
affect performance and lead to Normal operating temperature for
costly repairs. the fluid is between 70°C and
To prevent contamination of 80°C, and can be reached after To check the fluid:
the fluid, make sure the reser- driving about 5 km in a city traffic.
voir and cap are thoroughly 1. Park the vehicle on a level
clean before removing the cap. surface.
2. With the shift lever in P (Park),
start the engine.
3. With your foot on the brake
pedal, move the shift lever
through each gear range,
pausing for about 3 seconds in
each range. Then position the
shift lever in P (Park).
4. With the engine running at
idle speed, remove the dip-
stick, wipe it clean and reinsert
it by pushing it down all the
way.
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6. If the fluid is below the MIN 7. Reinsert the dipstick and

mark, you should add fluid. check the fluid level again to
Add only enough fluid to bring verify the reading.
the fluid level up to the MAX 8. Reinstall the dipstick.
mark. See the Maintenance Schedule for
See the "Recommended Fluids more information.
and Lubricants" chart later in
this section to determine what
kind of fluid to use.
5. Remove the dipstick again and
check the fluid level. CAUTION
The level should be between When you add fluid to the auto-
the MIN and MAX marks. matic transmission, make sure
not to overfill it. Overfilling will
Also check to make sure the result in leakage on hot engine
fluid is not contaminated. parts, and might start a fire.
Too much or too little fluid can
damage your transmission.

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Manual Transmission Fluid Check the fluid at the intervals

CAUTION
(If equipped) recommended in your Mainte-
nance Schedule. Heat from the engine, transmis-
CAUTION Check the fluid only when the sion or fluid can cause severe
engine is off, the vehicle is burns. Make sure the transmis-
Performing this vehicle mainte- sion is cool to the touch before
nance procedure requires parked on a level surface and the
transmission is cool enough for you attempt this procedure.
special skills, tools and equip-
ment. you to place your fingers on the
transmission case. NOTICE
It is recommended that you
have your dealer perform this When adding fluid, be careful
service. not to overfill.
Before attempting any service Too much fluid can decrease
procedure yourself, make sure vehicle performance and even
that you are very familiar with it damage the transmission.
and that you are confident you
can complete it safely.
Otherwise, you could be
injured or your vehicle could be
damaged.

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3. Reinstall the filler plug. Power Steering Fluid

4. Check the transmission case (If equipped)
for leaks or damage.
NOTICE
Driving your vehicle without
the proper amount of fluid can
result in system damage requir-
ing costly repair.

1. Remove the filler plug. Check the fluid at the intervals

recommended in your Mainte-
The fluid level should be up to nance Schedule.
the bottom of the filler plug
hole. Turn off the ignition when
performing this check.
2. Add fluid, if needed, until it
begins to run out the filler Check the fluid level in the reser-
plug hole. voir.
See the "Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants" chart later in
this section to determine what
kind of fluid to use.

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Add only enough fluid to bring the

fluid up to the proper level. CAUTION
1. Turn off the ignition. When adding fluid, be careful
not to overfill.
2. Wipe the cap and the top of
the reservoir clean. If there is too much fluid, it can
spill on the engine. The fluid
3. Remove the cap. will burn if the engine is hot
enough. You or others could be
burned, and your vehicle could
be damaged.
4. The level should be between
the MIN and MAX marks.
5. Reinstall the cap.
If the fluid is below the MIN
mark, you should add fluid.
See the "Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants" chart later in
this section to determine what
kind of fluid to use.

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Brake Fluid Change the fluid according to the There are two reasons why the
maintenance schedule to prevent fluid level might go down:
CAUTION hydraulic system corrosion. • The brake fluid level decreases
Do not let brake fluid touch Use only the recommended fluid. by an acceptable amount dur-
your skin or eyes. If you do get See the "Recommended Fluids and ing normal brake lining wear.
it in your eyes or on your skin, Lubricants" chart later in this When new linings are put in,
wash the affected area thor- section to determine what kind of the fluid level goes back up.
oughly with soap and water or fluid to use. • The other reason is that fluid
hand cleaner. may be leaking out of the brake
The level should be between the
MIN and MAX marks. system. If it is, you should have
the brake system fixed.
CAUTION If the brake fluid level is low, the
brake system warning light will Keep the fluid at the proper level.
Used brake fluid, and the
containers contaminated by the come on. It is not a good idea to "top off"
fluid, should not be disposed of See "Brake System Warning Light" your brake fluid. Adding brake
with regular trash. in Section 1. fluid will not correct a leak. If you
add fluid when the linings are
Make sure you dispose of mate-
worn, then there will be too much
rials in accordance with envi-
fluid when you get new brake
ronmental protection
linings. You should add (or
regulations to help protect the
remove) brake fluid, as necessary,
environment and your health.
only when work is done on the
brake hydraulic system.

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Adding Brake Fluid

CAUTION
To add brake fluid:
If there is too much brake fluid,
it can spill on the engine. The 1. Wipe the cap and the top of
fluid will burn if the engine is the reservoir clean.
hot enough. You or others
could be burned, and your CAUTION MA
MIN
X

vehicle could be damaged. Add To prevent contamination of

brake fluid only when work is the brake fluid, make sure the
done on the brake hydraulic brake reservoir and cap are
system. thoroughly clean before remov- 2. Remove the cap.
ing the cap. Contaminated fluid 3. Add enough fluid to bring the
can affect performance and level up to the proper mark.
lead to costly repairs.
The level should be between
the MIN and MAX marks.

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Use only commercially available

CAUTION ready-to-use washer fluid.
If there is too much fluid, it can When it’s very cold outside, only
spill on the engine. The fluid fill the tank 3/4 full with fluid to
will burn if the engine is hot allow for expansion.
enough. You or others could be
burned, and your vehicle could If air temperature is likely to go
be damaged. below freezing, use windshield
washer fluid which has sufficient
anti-freezing property.
NOTICE Windshield Washer Fluid
Don't spill brake fluid on the NOTICE
vehicle's exterior surfaces. It can CAUTION • Don't put water in the wind-
damage your paint. If you do, Driving without washer fluid shield washer reservoir. It
wash it off immediately. can be dangerous. Check the could freeze and damage
fluid level often to be sure you washer system components.
4. Reinstall the cap. are prepared to clear the wind- • Don't mix washer fluid with
shield of any obstructions. water - especially hard water.
Small particles in the water
can clog the system.
• Don't use radiator antifreeze
for your windshield washer. It
can damage your washer sys-
tem and paint.

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Battery CAUTION
To extend the life of your vehicle’s
battery, do the following:
CAUTION Do not use a match or flame • Keep the battery mounted
near a vehicle's battery. If you securely.
Batteries have acid that can
need more light, use a flash-
burn you and gas that can • Keep the top of the battery
light.
explode. You can be hurt badly clean and dry.
if you aren't careful. Do not smoke near a vehicle's
battery. • Keep the terminals and con-
Batteries contain toxic materi- nections clean, tight and
als. Wash hands after handling. When working around a vehi- coated with petroleum jelly or
cle's battery, shield your eyes terminal grease.
Make sure that you dispose of
with protective glasses.
old batteries in accordance with • Immediately rinse off any
environmental protection regu- Keep children away from vehi- spilled electrolyte using a solu-
lations to help protect the envi- cle batteries. tion of water and baking soda.
ronment and your health.
Your vehicle is equipped with a • If the vehicle is not going to be
For important safety informa- driven for an extended period
tion, see the section titled battery that requires no periodic
maintenance. of time, disconnect the cable
"Important Safety Precautions". from the negative ("-") terminal
of the battery to prevent dis-
charge and charge the battery
every six weeks.

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4. Check the battery terminals

for white or bluish powder CAUTION
which are signs of corrosion. When reconnecting the cable
5. Remove any corrosion with a to the battery, be careful to
solution of baking soda and ensure the clamps are fully seat-
water. The solution will bubble ed, then tighten the retaining
and turn brown. bolts so the clamps will not
vibrate loose.
6. When the bubbling stops,
wash the solution off with Be sure to attach the red cable
plain water and dry the bat- to the positive (+) battery termi-
Cleaning Battery Terminals nal and the black cable to the
tery with a cloth or paper
1. Turn off the ignition and towel. negative (-) battery terminal.
remove the key. Connecting the battery cables
7. Reconnect and tighten the to the wrong terminals can
2. Use a wrench to loosen and positive (+) terminal, then the
remove the battery cable result in injury and damage to
negative (-) terminal. the vehicle and other property.
clamps from the terminals.
Always reconnect the negative
Always disconnect the nega- (-) terminal last. 8. Coat the terminals with
tive (-) terminal first. petroleum jelly or terminal
3. Use a wire brush or a terminal grease to help prevent future
cleaning tool to clean the corrosion.
terminals.

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Drive Belt CAUTION

In order for the generator,
Do not leave the key in the igni-
power steering pump and air
tion while checking the drive
conditioning compressor to
belt.
function properly, the drive belt
should be in good condition and Otherwise, the engine could be
should be adjusted properly. started unexpectedly.
Replace the drive belt if it is worn, Fans or other moving engine
cracked, or frayed. parts can injure you badly.
To check the drive belt tension, do
the following:
1. Apply moderate thumb pres-
sure (approximately 10 kgf)
midway along the longest,
unsupported span of the drive
belt.
The deflection of the drive belt
(caused by your thumb pres-
sure) should be about 10 mm.
2. If the belt is too loose, see
your dealer for service.
See the Maintenance Schedule for
more information.

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Air Cleaner/Filter
A
CAUTION
B
The air filter must be placed
properly unless you are doing
repairs or maintenance work.
Do not operate the vehicle
without the air filter installed.
If the engine is started with the
air filter improperly positioned, Inspect and change the filter at the 5. Away from the vehicle’s
the engine could be damaged. intervals recommended in your engine compartment, lightly
Maintenance Schedule. shake the filter to release loose
1. Open the hood and remove dust and dirt.
the cover . 6. Clean the filter by blowing
2. Remove the filter. compressed air through it in
direction  opposite of nor-
Take care to dislodge as little mal airflow .
dirt as possible.
7. Change the filter if it remains
3. Clean the inside of the caked with dirt.
housing.
Reinstall the cover when you are
4. Cover the housing with a done.
damp cloth while cleaning the
filter.

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If you experience reduced perfor- ■ WIPER BLADES

mance or fuel economy, see your
Check the condition of the wiper
dealer for service.
blades regularly.
The spark plugs may need to be
If the wiper blades are not wiping
cleaned.
properly, clean the window glass
and the blades with a mild deter-
CAUTION gent and rinse with water.
Spark plugs can become
extremely hot. NOTICE
Spark Plugs Do not handle hot spark plugs. Do not use any of the following
Ignoring these cautions could as a cleaner:
CAUTION result in serious injury. • solvents
Electric ignition systems have a
• gasoline
greater voltage than conven- For more information, see "Specifi-
tional systems. cations and Capacities" later in this • kerosene
Do not touch components of section. • paint thinner
the ignition system. • silicone-based polish
Touching ignition system Otherwise, the vehicle could be
components may result in damaged.
shock or electrocution.

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Wiper blades will eventually wear

NOTICE out and not wipe properly, reduc-
Do not use a silicone-based ing forward vision.
polish on the window glass. Sili- Replacement is necessary if:
cone will permanently streak
the glass. • The wiper blade is hard, brittle
or cracked.
• The wiper blade no longer
CAUTION effectively clears the wind-
Less than clear vision for the shield.
driver can lead to an accident To replace a wiper blade, do the
resulting in personal injury and following:
damage to your vehicle or other 1. Press and hold the retaining
property. clip .
2. Take the worn wiper blade off
the wiper arm.
3. Install a new wiper blade onto
the wiper arm.

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■ PASSENGER
COMPARTMENT AIR
FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped
with a passenger compartment air
filter which filters outside air enter-
ing the vehicle.
The filter removes contaminants
such as pollen and dust from the To change the filter: 3. To remove the filter cover, pull
air entering the vehicle. the bottom of the cover
1. Remove the six screws from
Change the filter at the intervals around the glove box. upward.
recommended in your Mainte-
nance Schedule. 2. Remove the glove box by gen- CAUTION
tly pulling at the bottom.
If there is a reduction in the airflow Your hands could be hurt by
coming through your climate sharp materials around the filter
control system, the filter may housing. Be sure to wear
require early replacement. protective gloves when replac-
ing the filter.

4. Replace the filter.

When installing the new filter,
make sure it is inserted correct-
ly for airflow.

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■ WHEELS AND TYRES CAUTION CAUTION (Continued)

Your new vehicle comes with high-
Poorly maintained and improp- • Do not underinflate your tyres.
quality tyres made by a leading tyre
erly used tyres are dangerous. Underinflating the tyres could
manufacturer.
• Do not overload the vehicle. cause them to overheat. You
If you ever have questions about could have an air-out and a
your tyre warranty, see your selling • Do not overload your tyres. serious accident.
dealer. Overloading the tyres could
cause them to overheat. You • Do not overinflate your tyres.
Overinflated tyres are more
CAUTION could have an air-out and a
likely to be punctured.
serious accident.
Using unsuitable tyres and/or
• Worn, old tyres can cause
wheels can cause a collision.
accidents. If the tread is badly
You could lose control of the worn, or if a tyre has been
vehicle, damage the vehicle damaged, replace it.
and you or others may be
injured. Driving over sharp objects can
See your dealer before chang- damage the tyres and wheels.
ing your original tyres or wheels. If driving over a sharp object is
unavoidable, avoid tyre and wheel
damage by driving over it slowly,
and at a right angle if possible.
When parking, avoid letting the
tyres contact the curb.

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Inflation NOTICE
To check and adjust tyre pressure:
See "Wheels and Tyres" under For tyre pressure inspection, the
Improper tyre pressure use of a quality pocket tyre pres-
"Specifications and Capacities"
promotes adverse effects in tyre sure gauge is recommended.
later in this section for your vehi-
life and vehicle performance.
cle's tyre inflation specifications. You'll get the best readings when
Excessively low inflation causes the tyres are cold.
The "Specifications and Capaci-
deflection of the tyre and tyre
ties" information gives the correct Remove the valve cap from the tyre
overheating which reduces tyre
inflation pressures for your tyres valve stem.
strength and thus may damage
when they're cold.
the tyres. It also causes tyre over- Press the tyre gauge firmly onto the
Cold means your vehicle has been loading, abnormal wear, poor valve to get a pressure measure-
sitting for three hours or more - or, driveability, and poor fuel ment.
if driven at all, for no more than economy.
1.6 km. If the pressure is low, add air until
Excessively high inflation causes you reach the recommended
Maintaining the cold tyre pressure abnormal tyre wear and poor pressure.
leads to better fuel economy, ride which promotes vehicle
longer tyre life, a more comfortable Recheck the tyre pressure.
damage due to impact from
ride and better overall driveability. road bumps. Be sure to put the valve caps back
Check your tyres at least once a on the valve stems. They help
month. Don't forget your spare prevent leaks by keeping out dirt
tyre. and moisture.

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CAUTION
Incorrect wheel nuts or improp-
erly tightened wheel nuts can
cause the wheel to become
loose and even come off. This
could lead to an accident. Be
sure to use the correct wheel
nuts. A
Inspection and Rotation After rotation, adjust the front and Tyre Replacement
Check your tyres and wheels regu- rear tyre pressures. Your tyres have tread wear indica-
larly for unusual wear or damage. tors . They tell you when a tyre
See "Tyre Replacement" later in this has
section for additional information. 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) or less of tread
left.
To make your tyres last longer,
have them inspected and rotated If you can see the tread wear indi-
at the mileages recommended in cators, as in this picture, you need
your Maintenance Schedule. a new tyre.
Follow the diagram above for the
correct rotation pattern.
Make sure the wheel nuts are
properly tightened.

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Here are other things that mean

you need to get a new tyre: CAUTION CAUTION
• Foreign objects or punctures. When replacing tyres, you Make sure that you dispose of
should use the same size, load old tyres in accordance with
• The tread or sidewall is range, speed rating and environmental protection regu-
cracked, cut or snagged deep construction type as the origi- lations to help protect the envi-
enough to show cord or fabric. nal tyres on the vehicle. ronment.
• The tyre has a bump, bulge or Be sure to use the correct size
split. and type tyres on all wheels.
CAUTION Otherwise, there could be inter-
ference between the new tyre
Worn, old tyres can cause acci- and vehicle parts.
dents. If the tread is badly
worn, or if a tyre has been Using the wrong replacement
damaged, replace it. tyres could result in vehicle
damage or personal injury.
See your dealer for service.

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Tyre Chains CAUTION NOTICE

Before using any tyre chains,
Use of snow chains could Use tyre chains only when you
remove the wheel covers (if
adversely affect vehicle have to. Use only SAE Class "S"
equipped).
handling. Do not exceed type chains that are the correct
Follow the chain manufacturer's 50 km/h or the speed limit size for your tyres. Install them
instructions. recommended by the as tightly as possible with the
Secure the chains on the front tyres manufacturer, whichever is ends securely fastened.
as tightly as possible. lower. Avoid sharp turns, Drive slowly and follow the
bumps and holes. Also avoid chain manufacturer’s instruc-
Retighten the chains after driving locked-wheel braking.
about 1 km. tions. If you hear the chains
contacting your vehicle, stop
Tyre chains are not recommended and retighten them. If the
for the rear tyres. contact continues, slow down
until it stops.

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Winter Tyres When using winter tyres on your Spare Tyre

vehicle, be sure to use them on all
Your all season tyres may not offer See "Changing a Flat Tyre" in
four wheels.
the traction or level of perfor- Section 5.
mance you would like on snow or Never exceed the top speed speci-
ice. If you expect to frequently fied by the tyre manufacturer.
drive on snow or ice covered Always use the tyre pressure speci-
roads, you may want to get winter fied by the tyre manufacturer.
tyres.
Winter tyres can affect the safety
See your dealer for details regard- and handling of the vehicle.
ing winter tyre availability and Replace the tyres with normal road
proper tyre selection. tyres as soon as road conditions
If you choose to use winter tyres, allow.
you should use the same size, load
range, speed rating and construc-
tion type as the original tyres on
the vehicle.

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■ FUSES AND CIRCUIT

BREAKERS
The wiring circuits in your vehicle
are protected from short circuits
0.8L 1.0L
by a combination of fuses, circuit
breakers and fusible thermal links.
This greatly reduces the chance of
fires caused by electrical problems.

■ IDENTIFICATION Engine Identification

NUMBERS Number
0.8 L Engine
Vehicle Identification The engine number is located
Number under the cylinder block.
This number is the legal identifier 1.0 L Engine
for your vehicle.
The engine number is located on
The vehicle identification number the cylinder block, under the
is engraved in the top of the bulk- engine’s number 4 exhaust mani-
head. fold.

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Spare fuses are located in each fuse

block and a fuse extractor is locat-
ed in the engine compartment
fuse block.
Note:
Your vehicle may not have all
the fuses listed.

The fuse block is on the lower Additional fuses are located in the
driver’s side of the instrument engine compartment.
panel. The engine compartment fuse
• To remove the fuse block cover, block is located next to the
press the tabs on the cover, battery.
then lift the cover off. • To remove the fuse block cover,
• To reinstall the cover, press it press the tab at the bottom of
back into place. the cover, then lift the cover
off.
• To reinstall the cover, first insert
the two tabs at the top, and
then press it back into place.

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Use a fuse extractor to remove the

A blown fuse. CAUTION
Using a fuse substitute or a fuse
CAUTION of the wrong type or rating can
Do not use a tool that can damage the electrical system or
conduct electricity when even start a fire. Be sure you
removing a blown fuse. Only replace a bad fuse with a new
use the provided fuse extractor. one of the correct size and
Using a conductor such as rating.
metal can cause a short circuit, Otherwise, you could be
Identify a defective fuse by its damage the electrical system or injured or your vehicle could be
melted wire. start a fire. Serious injury could damaged.
Look at the silver-coloured band occur.
inside the fuse. If the band is
broken or melted , replace the If a fuse is blown, try to determine
fuse. Be sure you replace a bad and repair the cause of the prob-
fuse with a new one of the correct lem.
size.
Be sure you replace a bad fuse with
a new one of the correct size and
rating.

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1 10 No. Circuits protected

15A DRL 10A CLUSTER
3 Room Light (10A)
2 11
10A T/T BOX 10A AIR BAG 4 Door Lock (15A)
3 12 5 Stoplight (10A)
10A ROOM LAMP 30A P/WINDOW
6 Rear Wiper (10A)
4 13
15A DOOR LOCK 10A T/SIGNAL 7 Front Wiper (15A)
5
STOP LAMP
14
EMS
8 Backup Light (10A)
10A 15A

6 15
9 Blower Motor (20A)
10A REAR WIPER 10 Cluster (10A)
7
20A FRONT WIPER 10A
16
HEATING 11 Air Bag (10A)
MIRROR
8 17 12 Power Window (30A)
10A BACKUP LAMP 15A CIGAR
13 Turn Signal (10A)
9 18
20A BLOW MOTOR 10A AUDIO 14 Engine Management
System (15A)
15 Not Used
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
16 Heated Mirror (10A)
No. Circuits protected No. Circuits protected
17 Cigarette Lighter (15A)
1 Daytime Running Lights 2 Indicator/Warning
18 Audio (10A)
(15A) Lights Display (10A)

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No. Circuits protected

4 Antilock Brake System
(50A)
25 26 9 16

15A
5 Front Fog Lights (10A)

10A
A/C COMP MAIN SPARE EMS
RELAY RELAY 4 50A
20A 35A 10
6 Horn (10A)

15A
SPARE
ABS
17 13 H/L LO RH 22

10A

10A
30A
SPARE ECU
1 A/C COMP 27 11 18
7 Illumination (Right)

15A
20A
SPARE H/L HI
10A

COOLING FAN 5 FRT FOG

10A
2
LOW RELAY
20A 30 31 32 33 34 (10A)
20A

FAN LOW 6 FRT FOG HORN H/L LOW H/L HI FUEL PUMP

10A
HORN
RELAY
20A
RELAY
20A
RELAY
20A
RELAY
20A
RELAY
20A
8 Illumination (Left) (10A)
3 30A 28 COOLING FAN 7 10A
ILL RH
FAN HI
HI RELAY 14 30A 19 FUEL PUMP
9 Spare (10A)
35A

15A
8 ILL LH 12 H/L LO LH
10 Spare (15A)
10A

10A
MAIN
20 HAZARD

15A
29
B+
ILL LAMP
RELAY
24
FUSE
15 30A 23 30A 11 Spare (20A)
PULLER IGN 2 21 RR DEFOG IGN 1

20A
20A
12 Left Low Beam Headlight
(10A)
13 Right Low Beam Head-
light (10A)
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
No. Circuits protected No. Circuits protected
Fuses 2 Fan Low (20A)
1 Air Conditioning Com- 3 Fan Hi (30A)
pressor (10A)

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block

(Continued)
No. Circuits protected No. Circuits protected No. Circuits protected
14 Main Power (Battery) Relays 30 Front Fog Lights (20A)
(30A) 25 Air Conditioning Com- 31 Horn (20A)
15 Ignition 2 (30A) pressor (20A) 32 Low Beam Headlight
16 Engine Management 26 Main Power (Battery) (20A)
System (15A) (35A) 33 High Beam Headlight
17 Spare (30A) 27 Low Cooling Fan (20A) (20A)
18 High Beam Headlight 28 High Cooling Fan (35A) 34 Fuel Pump (20A)
(15A) 29 Interior and Exterior
19 Fuel Pump (15A) Lights (20A)
20 Hazard (15A)
21 Rear Defog (20A)
22 Engine Control Unit
(10A)
23 Ignition 1 (30A)
24 Fuse Puller

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■ BULB REPLACEMENT CAUTION (Continued)

CAUTION • Only illuminate the bulb
when it is installed in a lamp.
Halogen bulbs contain pressur-
ized gas and may burst if • Replace any headlight that is
dropped or scratched. You or cracked or damaged.
others may be injured. Follow • Do not touch the replace-
all instructions on the bulb ment bulb with your fingers
package. or hands.
• Wear eye protection when • Keep the bulbs away from Headlights
working with bulbs. children. 1. Open the hood.
• Protect the bulb from abra- • Dispose of used bulbs with 2. Remove the two bolts.
sion and scratches. care. Otherwise the bulbs can
explode. 3. Disconnect the wiring harness
• When the bulb is illuminated
connector from the bulb.
and not in a sealed
installation, protect it from 4. Remove the rubber cap cover-
contact with liquids. ing the bulb assembly.
5. Release the spring that retains
the bulb.
6. Remove the bulb.
7. Reverse the steps to install a
new bulb.

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CAUTION
Clean halogen bulbs with alco-
hol or mineral spirits and a lint-
free cloth. Be sure not to touch
them with your bare hands.
Fingerprints on a halogen bulb
may drastically shorten the
bulb’s effective life.
Parking Lights Front Turn Signal Lights
1. Open the hood. 1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight assem- 2. Remove the headlight assem-
bly. bly.
3. Remove the rubber cap cover- 3. Turn the bulb socket counter-
ing the bulb assembly. clockwise to unlock the socket
4. Pull out the parking light bulb from the housing.
assembly located next to the 4. Pull the bulb assembly out of
headlight bulb. the light housing.
5. Pull the bulb straight out to 5. Gently push in and turn the
remove it from the socket. bulb counterclockwise to
6. Reverse the steps to install a remove it from the socket.
new bulb.

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6. Reverse the steps to install a Front Fog Lights (If equipped)

new bulb.
When installing the new bulb CAUTION
into the socket, press it in Performing this vehicle
while turning it clockwise. maintenance procedure
When installing the socket into requires special skills, tools
the housing, rotate the socket and equipment.
clockwise. It is recommended that you
have your dealer perform this
service. 1. Disconnect the wiring harness
Before attempting any service connector from the bulb.
procedure yourself, make sure 2. Turn the bulb counterclock-
that you are very familiar with it wise to remove it.
and that you are confident you
can complete it safely. 3. Reverse the steps to install a
new bulb.
Otherwise, you could be
injured or your vehicle could be
damaged.

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Side Turn Signal Lights Taillights, Stoplights and Rear Center High-Mounted Stoplight
(If equipped) Turn Signals (If equipped)
1. Pull the light assembly rear- 1. Open the rear hatch. 1. Open the rear hatch.
ward and remove it. 2. Remove two screws from the 2. Remove two screws from the
2. Turn the bulb socket counter- light assembly. light assembly.
clockwise. 3. Remove the light assembly. 3. Disconnect the wiring harness
3. Pull the bulb straight out to 4. Turn the bulb socket counter- connector before removing
remove it from the socket. clockwise to remove it. the light housing.
4. Reverse the steps to install a 5. Gently push in and turn the 4. Remove the light housing.
new bulb. bulb counterclockwise to 5. Remove the two screws and
Make sure to push the light as- remove it from the socket. remove the reflector assembly.
sembly back to its original po- 6. Reverse the steps to install a 6. Pull the bulb straight out to
sition. new bulb. remove it from the socket.
7. Reverse the steps to install a
new bulb.
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Rear Fog Light (If equipped) or License Light Dome Light

Backup Light 1. Remove the two screws and 1. Use the flat edge of a screw-
1. Reach in behind the rear the light cover. driver to pry the lens away
bumper and disconnect the 2. Turn the bulb socket counter- from the headliner.
wiring harness connector. clockwise to remove it. 2. Remove the bulb.
2. Turn the bulb socket counter- 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Reverse the steps to install a
clockwise. new bulb.
4. Reverse the steps to install a
3. Remove the bulb from the new bulb.
socket.
4. Reverse the steps to install a
new bulb.

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■ REPLACEMENT BULB SPECIFICATIONS

Headlight (high/low) ..........................................................................................60/55W x2 (Halogen)
Parking Lights (front)................................................................................................................. 5W x2
Front Turn Signal Light............................................................................................................ 21W x2
Front Fog Light (Ifequipped).................................................................................... 27W x2 (Halogen)
Side Turn Signal Light (Ifequipped) ........................................................................................... 5W x2
Rear Turn Signal Light ............................................................................................................. 21W x2
Brake Lights/Taillights........................................................................................................... 21/5W x2
Backup Lights ...................................................................................................................... 21W x1(2)
Rear Fog Lights (If equipped)................................................................................................... 21W x1
Center High-Mounted Stolight (If equipped) ............................................................................. 5W x5
License Plate Light ..................................................................................................................... 5W x2
Dome Light ............................................................................................................................. 10W x1

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■ SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES

Engine Specifications
0.8 SOHC Engine
Type.......................................................................................................................... 3 Cylinder In-line
Valvetrain .......................................................................................................................SOHC 6 Valve
Displacement ............................................................................................................................ 796 cc
Bore x Stroke....................................................................................................... 68.5 mm x 72.0 mm
Compression Ratio .....................................................................................................................9.3 : 1
Maximum Power ............................................................................................... 38.0 kW @ 6,000 rpm
Maximum Torque ............................................................................................ 71.5 Nm @ 4,400 rpm
Fuel System .......................................................................................................... Multi-Point Injection
Spark Plug
BPR5EY-11............................................................................................................ (1.0-1.1 mm Gap)
WR8DCX .............................................................................................................. (1.1-1.2 mm Gap)
Battery
Rating...................................................................................................................... 12 Volts (35 AH)
Cold Cranking Amps ........................................................................ 275 CCA (Cold Area: 330 CCA)
Alternator ...............................................................................................................12 Volts (65 Amps)
Starter .......................................................................................................................12 Volts (0.8 kW)

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Engine Specifications (continued)

1.0 SOHC Engine
Type.......................................................................................................................... 4 Cylinder In-line
Valvetrain .......................................................................................................................SOHC 8 Valve
Displacement ............................................................................................................................ 995 cc
Bore x Stroke....................................................................................................... 68.5 mm x 67.5 mm
Compression Ratio .....................................................................................................................9.3 : 1
Maximum Power ............................................................................................... 48.5 kW @ 5,400 rpm
Maximum Torque ............................................................................................ 91.0 Nm @ 4,200 rpm
Fuel System .......................................................................................................... Multi-Point Injection
Spark Plug
BPR5EY-11............................................................................................................ (1.0-1.1 mm Gap)
WR8DCX .............................................................................................................. (1.1-1.2 mm Gap)
Battery
Rating..........................................................................................12 Volts (35 AH/Cold Area: 45 AH)
Cold Cranking Amps ........................................................................ 275 CCA (Cold Area: 480 CCA)
Alternator ...............................................................................................................12 Volts (65 Amps)
Starter .......................................................................................................................12 Volts (0.8 kW)

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Drivetrain
0.8 SOHC Engine 1.0 SOHC Engine
5-Speed Manual Transmission
Drive System ............................................ Front Wheel Drive ................................Front Wheel Drive
Gear Ratios
First..........................................................................3.818 ...................................................3.416
Second.....................................................................2.210 ...................................................1.950
Third ........................................................................1.423 ...................................................1.280
Fourth ......................................................................1.029 ...................................................0.971
Fifth .........................................................................0.837 ...................................................0.757
Reverse.....................................................................3.583 ...................................................3.272
Final Drive Ratio .......................................................4.263 .................................... 4.105 or 4.444

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Drivetrain (continued)
Clutch
Type.............................................................Single Dry Plate ................................... Single Dry Plate
Outside Diameter ....................................................180 mm .............................................. 184 mm
Inside Diameter .......................................................125 mm ........................................... 127.5 mm
Thickness..................................................................7.2 mm ............................................. 7.65 mm
4-Speed Automatic Transmission (0.8 SOHC Engine)
Drive System ............................................................................................................Front Wheel Drive
Gear Ratios
First ..........................................................................................................................................2.914
Second .....................................................................................................................................1.525
Third ........................................................................................................................................1.000
Fourth ......................................................................................................................................0.725
Reverse.....................................................................................................................................2.642
Final Drive Ratio .......................................................................................................................4.709

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Chassis
Front Suspension ........................................................................................................McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension ...................................................................................................... Torsion Beam Axle
Alignment (Unloaded)
Front Camber ......................................................................................................................30’ ± 45’
Rear Camber .................................................................................................................. -1°30’ ± 30’
Caster.............................................................................................................................. 3°48’ ± 60’
Front Toe-In ........................................................................................................................10’ ± 10’
Rear Toe-In ..........................................................................................................................15’ ± 20’
Steering
Type............................................................................................................................ Rack & Pinion
Overall Gear Ratio
Manual Steering.................................................................................................................21.1 : 1
Power Steering.................................................................................................................16.45 : 1
Steering Wheel Diameter..................................................................................................... 370 mm
Minimum Turning Radius ........................................................................................................ 4.6 m

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Brake System
Type....................................................................................................................... Dual-diagonal Split
Front Wheel...........................................................................................................................Solid Disc
Rear Wheel ..................................................................................................................................Drum
Booster (Single) (Automatic Transmissions) ......................................................................... 203.2 mm
Booster (Single) (Manual Transmissions).............................................................................. 177.8 mm

Wheels and Tyres

Tyre Size .................................................................... 145/70 R13................... 155/65 R13 ...... 155/70 R13
Wheel Dimension .........................................................4.5J x 13........................ 4.5J x 13 ...........4.5J x 13
Tyre Pressure (Front and Rear)....................................... 210 kPa......................... 210 kPa ............ 210 kPa
Spare Tyre
Spare Tyre Size .......................................................................................... 105/80 D13 (Temporary)
Spare Tyre Wheel Dimension...............................................................................................3.5J x 13
Spare Tyre Pressure (Front and Rear) .................................................................................... 420 kPa

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Capacities (Approximate)
0.8 SOHC Engine 1.0 SOHC Engine
Fuel Tank .........................................................................35.0 L......................................................35.0 L
Engine Coolant ..................................................................4.0 L........................................................4.2 L
Engine Oil (with oil filter) ...................................................2.7 L........................................................3.2 L
Automatic Transmission ...................................................4.78 L.........................................Not Applicable
Manual Transmission..........................................................2.1 L........................................................2.1 L
Brake Fluid .......................................................................0.49 L......................................................0.49 L
Power Steering Fluid (If equipped) .....................................1.0 L........................................................1.0 L

Exterior Dimensions
Overall Length..................................................................................................................... 3,495 mm
Overall Width ...................................................................................................................... 1,495 mm
Overall Height ..................................................................................................................... 1,500 mm
Wheel Base.......................................................................................................................... 2,345 mm
Front Track .......................................................................................................................... 1,310 mm
Rear Track ........................................................................................................................... 1,275 mm

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Weight
0.8 SOHC Engine 1.0 SOHC Engine
Curb Weight (With Driver)
Manual Transmission................................................850-910 kg..............................................870-930 kg
Automatic Transmission ...........................................870-930 kg.........................................Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight
Manual Transmission....................................................1,250 kg..................................................1,270 kg
Automatic Transmission ...............................................1,270 kg.........................................Not Applicable

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■ VEHICLE TOP SPEED

0.8 SOHC Engine
Manual Transmission ......................................................................................................... 145 km/h
Automatic Transmission..................................................................................................... 135 km/h
1.0 SOHC Engine
Manual Transmission ......................................................................................................... 156 km/h

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■ RECOMMENDED FUEL
Africa
Fuel Octane Countries
Leaded R83 Ethiopia
R87 Eritrea, Madagascar, Nigeria, Senegal
R91 Algeria, Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-
Bissau, Ivory Coast, Liberia
Unleaded R87 Tunisia
R91 Cape Verde, Egypt, Kenya
R95 Libya, Mauritius, Morocco, South Africa

Asia & Pacific & CIS

Fuel Octane Countries
Leaded R91 Ukraine, Polynesia
Unleaded R87 Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
R91 Australia, Brunei, Fiji, Japan, Marshall Islands, Papua New Guinea,
Philippines, Singapore, Vanuatu, Western Samoa, Other Asia & Pacific
Countries
R95 Malaysia Chevrolet, Solomon Islands, Taiwan

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Latin America & Mexico

Fuel Octane Countries
Unleaded R87 Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, St. Maarten, Suriname
R91 Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bonaire, British Virgin Islands,
Cayman Islands, Chile, Costa Rica, Curacao, Dominican Republic,
El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Mexico, Nicaragua,
St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks &
Caicos
R95 Antigua, Argentina, Bermuda, Honduras, Panama, Paraguay, Uruguay

Middle East
Fuel Octane Countries
Unleaded R91 Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria,
United Arab Emirates, Yemen
R95 Israel

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■ RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

USAGE FLUID / LUBRICANT
Engine Oil (with oil Engine oil rated API SM (ILSAC GF-IV). To determine the preferred viscosity for your
filter) vehicle's engine, see "Engine Oil" earlier in this section.
Engine Coolant Mixture of demineralized water and a phosphate-based coolant. See "Engine Cool-
ant" in the Index.
Brake Fluid DOT-3 or DOT-4 brake fluid.
Power Steering DEXRON® II-D
Fluid (If equipped)
Automatic Trans- ESSO JWS3314
mission (If
equipped)
Manual Transmis- SAE 75W-85W
sion (If equipped)

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■ MAINTENANCE It is also your responsibility to keep Non-genuine parts and accessories

records and receipts as proof of have not been examined or
SCHEDULE regular maintenance. approved by us. We can certify
This section provides the mainte- neither the suitability nor the safe-
Records and receipts together with
nance schedule which is necessary ty of non-genuine parts and acces-
this owner’s manual should be
to ensure that your vehicle gives sories and are not liable for
transferred to any subsequent
many years of satisfying motoring. damage caused by their use.
owner.
You are responsible for properly Inadequate, incomplete, or insuffi-
You may have maintenance servic-
operating and maintaining your cient servicing may result in oper-
es performed on your vehicle by
vehicle in accordance with the ational problems with your vehicle
any qualified person or facility.
instructions described in this that could even lead to vehicle
However, it is recommended that
manual. Failure to do so is likely to damage, an accident, or personal
the maintenance services be
result in the denial of warranty injury.
performed by an authorized dealer
coverage.
who will have well-trained techni-
Be sure that you follow the period- cians and genuine parts.
ic required maintenance schedule
and general operation instructions
in this manual.

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Maintenance Intervals Severe Driving Conditions • driving in heavy city traffic

"Severe" driving conditions where the outside temperature
You should follow the periodic
include: regularly reaches 32°C (90°F)
required maintenance schedule.
or higher
See "Scheduled Maintenance • repeated short-distance driv-
ing (driving less than 10 km, or • vehicle use for taxi, police or
Services" later in this section.
5 miles) delivery service, or under simi-
Normal Driving Conditions lar conditions
• extensive idling and/or low-
If you drive your vehicle under • frequent driving when outside
speed driving in stop-and-go
typical, everyday driving condi- temperature remains below
traffic
tions, you may follow the ordinary freezing
maintenance schedule. • driving on dusty roads
If the vehicle is operated under
• driving on hilly or mountainous severe conditions, some of the
terrain maintenance schedule items need
• towing a trailer to be serviced more frequently.
See the numeric symbols in
"Scheduled Maintenance Services"
later in this section.

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Scheduled Maintenance Services

It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that maintenance services are performed on the vehicle in accordance
with the Scheduled Maintenance Services chart. It is also the owner’s responsibility to retain evidence of the
performed maintenance services.
Maintenance Interval Kilometers (miles) or time in months, whichever comes first
x1,000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
x1,000 miles 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Engine Control System
Drive Belt (Alternator) (1) I I I R I I I R I I
Drive Belt (Power Steering, A/C Compressor) (1) I I I I I I R I I I
Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter (2) (4) R R R R R R R R R R
Cooling System Hose and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Engine Coolant (4) (5) I I I I I I I I I R
Fuel Filter R R
Fuel Line and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Air Cleaner Element (3) I I I R I I I R I I
Ignition Timing I I I I I
Spark Plugs I I R I I R I I R I
Distributor Cap and Rotor (Except Euro Stage III Countries) I I I I I
Ignition Cable I I I R I I I R I I
Valve Clearance I I I I I I I I I I
Charcoal Canister and Vapor Lines I I
PCV System I I I
Timing Belt I I R
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Maintenance Interval Kilometers (miles) or time in months, whichever comes first

x1,000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
x1,000 miles 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
Chassis and Body
Interior Air Filter (A/C) (6) R R R R R R R R R R
Exhaust Pipe and Mountings I I I I I I I I I I
Brake Fluid (4) (7) I I R I I R I I R I
Front Brake Pads and Discs (8) I I I I I I I I I I
Rear Brake Drums and Linings (8) I I I I I I I I I I
Parking Brake I I I I I I I I I I
Brake Line and Connections (Including Booster) I I I I I I I I I I
Rear Hub Bearing and Clearance I I I I I I I I I I
Manual Transaxle Fluid (4) R I I I R I I I R I
Clutch and Brake Pedal Free Play I I I I I I I I I I
Chassis and Underbody Bolts and Nuts Tight/Secure I I I I I I I I I I
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (4) (11) I I I I I I I I I I
Tyre Condition and Inflation Pressure (9) See remark (9) under “Chart Symbols” later in this section.
Tyre Rotation Rotate every 5,000 km (3,000 miles)
Wheel Alignment (10) Inspect when abnormal condition is noted.
Steering Wheel and Linkage I I I I I I I I I I
Power Steering Fluid and Lines (4) I I I I I I I I I I
Drive Shaft Boots I I I I I I I I I I
Safety Belts, Buckles and Anchorages I I I I I I I I I I
Lubricate Locks, Hinges and Hood Latch I I I I I I I I I I

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Chart Symbols: (4) See "Recommended Fluids and (9) Tyre condition should be
I: Inspect these items and their Lubricants". inspected before driving, and tyre
related parts. If necessary, correct, (5) After the initial replacement (at pressure should be checked each
clean, replenish, adjust or replace. 100,000 km or 60,000 miles or 5 time you fill your fuel tank, or at
years), change every 40,000 km least once a month, using a tyre
R: Replace or change. pressure gauge.
(24,000 miles) or every 2 years.
(1) If the vehicle is operated under (10) If necessary, rotate and
severe conditions (driving in heavy (6) If the vehicle is operated under
dusty driving conditions, more balance wheels.
rain, high humidity, or dusty
conditions), inspect the drive belt frequent maintenance is required. (11) Change the automatic tran-
every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or (7) If the vehicle is mainly operated saxle fluid and filter every 75,000
every 3 months and change every under severe conditions (hilly or km (50,000 miles) if the vehicle is
20,000 km (12,000 miles) or every mountainous terrain, or frequent operated under severe conditions,
1 year, whichever comes first. trailer towing), change the brake including:
(2) If the vehicle is operated under fluid every 15,000 km (9,000 - heavy city traffic where the
severe conditions (short distance miles). outside temperature regu-
driving, extensive idling or driving (8) If the vehicle is operated under larly reaches 32°C (90°F) or
in dusty conditions), change the severe conditions (short distance higher
engine oil and the filter every driving, extensive idling, frequent - hilly or mountainous terrain
5,000 km (3,000 miles) or every 3 low-speed operation in stop-and- - vehicle use for taxi, police or
months, whichever comes first. go traffic, or driving in dusty delivery service, or under sim-
(3) If the vehicle is operated under conditions), more frequent main- ilar conditions
dusty driving conditions, inspect tenance is required.
the air cleaner element every
5,000 km (3,000 miles) or every 3
months. If necessary, correct,
clean or replace.
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Jump Starting ................................................230 Changing a Flat Tyre...................................... 240
5 Towing Your Vehicle .....................................234 Jack Specifications......................................... 248
Prob Engine Overheating ......................................237 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck............................. 249
lems Rocking Your Vehicle .................................... 250
on
the
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■ JUMP STARTING CAUTION CAUTION (Continued)

If your battery has run down, you
Batteries have acid that can • Make sure the battery provid-
may use another vehicle and some
burn you and gas that can ing the jump start has the
jumper cables to start your vehicle.
explode. You can be hurt badly same voltage as the battery
The other vehicle must have a if you aren't careful. receiving the jump.
12-volt battery with a negative
• Do not use a match or flame • Do not disconnect the dis-
ground system.
near a vehicle's battery. If you charged battery from the
need more light, use a flash- vehicle.
NOTICE light. Ignoring these cautions could
If the other vehicle does not
• Do not lean over the battery result in serious injury or even
have a 12-volt battery with a
while jump starting. death.
negative ground system, both
vehicles could be damaged.
CAUTION (Continued)
NOTICE • Don't let the cable terminals
touch each other.
Trying to start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it won’t • Wear eye protection when
work and could even damage working near any battery.
your vehicle. • Do not let battery fluid touch
your skin. If you do get it in
your eyes or on your skin,
flush the place with water and
get medical help immediately.

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To jump start your vehicle, 3. Now open the hoods and

follow these steps: CAUTION locate the positive (+) and
To ensure that the vehicles do negative (-) battery terminals.
NOTICE not roll, set the parking brake
Ignoring these steps could firmly on both vehicles involved CAUTION
result in costly damage to your in the jump starting procedure. An electric cooling fan can start
vehicle. Shift an automatic transmission even if the engine is not
into P (Park) and a manual running. Be careful around any
1. Get the vehicles close enough transmission into N (Neutral) underhood electric fan.
so the jumper cables can before setting the parking
reach. Be sure the vehicles brake.
aren't touching each other. CAUTION
2. Turn off the ignition on both Fans or other moving engine
vehicles. Turn off the radios, parts can injure you badly. Keep
accessories and all lights that your hands away from moving
aren't needed. parts once the engine is
running.
NOTICE
If you leave the radio or other
accessories on, they could be
badly damaged.

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6. Now take the negative (-)

CAUTION (black) cable. First connect it
Check that the jumper cables to the good battery's nega-
don’t have any loose or missing tive (-) terminal. Use the
insulation. If they do, you could remote negative (-) terminal if
get a shock and the vehicles the vehicle has one. Don't let
could be damaged. the other end touch metal yet.

CAUTION
CAUTION
Do not connect the negative (-)
When connecting the cable, 4. Connect the positive (+) (red) cable to the negative (-) termi-
make sure it is not near any cable to the positive (+) termi- nal on the dead battery because
engine parts that will move. nal on the charged battery. this can cause sparks.
Otherwise, you could be Use the remote positive (+) ter- The battery could even
injured or your vehicle could be minal if the vehicle has one. explode.
damaged. 5. Connect the other end of the Serious personal injury or vehi-
positive (+) (red) cable to the cle damage can result.
positive (+) terminal on the
discharged battery.

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7. Attach the other end of the 9. Then try to start the other 10. Remove the cables in reverse
negative cable to a heavy vehicle. order to prevent electrical
metal part on the engine of If the engine does not start af- shorting.
the vehicle with the dis- ter a few tries, the vehicle may
charged battery, like a steel need service. CAUTION
bracket bolted to the engine Damage to your vehicle may
block. NOTICE result from electrical shorting if
Attach the cable at least 45 cm Attempts to start the engine of jumper cables are removed
(18 inches) away from the the vehicle with the discharged incorrectly. To prevent electri-
dead battery, but not near en- battery should be made at cal shorting, take care that the
gine parts that move. intervals of about one minute cables do not touch each other
8. Start the vehicle with the and should not last longer than or any other metal.
good battery. Run the engine 15 seconds each.
for a while. 11. Store the jumper cables in the
spare tyre storage compart-
ment.
12. Run the engine at idle speed
for about 20 minutes to
recharge the battery.

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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE WITH A

WHEEL LIFT
1. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
2. Turn the ignition key to the
accessory position.
3. Shift the transmission into
N (Neutral).
4. Release the parking brake.
■ TOWING YOUR CAUTION
VEHICLE To help avoid injury to you or
See your dealer or a professional others:
towing service if you need to have
• Never let passengers ride in a
your vehicle towed.
vehicle that is being towed.
• Do not tow faster than safe or
posted speeds.
• Never tow a vehicle with
damaged parts that are not
fully secured on the vehicle.
Ignoring these cautions could
result in serious injury or even
death.

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5. Tow your vehicle with the EMERGENCY TOWING

NOTICE front wheels off the ground. If towing service is not available in
If the vehicle must be towed an emergency, the vehicle may be
from the rear, use a towing NOTICE towed temporarily by securing a
dolly under the front wheels. Do not tow with sling-type cable to one of the emergency
Don't have your vehicle towed equipment. towing eyes under the vehicle.
with the front wheels touching Use wheel-lift or car-carrier
the ground. equipment to tow your vehicle.
Otherwise, the transmission
could be damaged.

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CAUTION CAUTION
When towing the vehicle with a When towing with a tow rope,
tow rope, the vehicle can be you could lose control of the
damaged. towed vehicle.
Use towing eyes only if no other Do not tow the vehicle if the
towing equipment is available wheels, transmission, axles,
and only tow the vehicle from steering or brakes are
the front. damaged.
Front Towing Eyes Pull on the tow rope to make Do not remove the key from the
sure it is securely fixed to the ignition switch, otherwise the
The front towing eyes are provid- towing eyes at both ends. Keep steering will lock, making the
ed under the front bumper. A driv- the tow rope clear of the vehicle undriveable.
er must be in the vehicle to steer it bumper.
and operate the brakes.
Drive off slowly and avoid jerky NOTICE
Towing in this manner may be movements.
done only on hard-surfaced roads Towing with a tow rope could
for a short distance and at low cause severe damage to the
speeds. Also, the wheels, axles, automatic transmission. When
drive train, steering and brakes towing a vehicle with an auto-
must be in good condition. matic transmission, use wheel-
lift or car-carrier equipment.

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NOTICE
When the rear towing hook is
used, always pull the cable or
chain in a straight direction
with respect to the hook. Never
pull on the hooks at a sideways
angle.
To prevent damage, do not
take up slack in the cable too
Rear Towing Hook quickly. ■ ENGINE OVERHEATING
When towing another vehicle, use
the rear towing hook. It should be CAUTION
used only in an emergency situa- Steam from an overheated
tion. engine can burn you badly.
Stay away from the engine if
you see or hear steam coming
from it.

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If you get the overheat warning

CAUTION CAUTION with no sign of steam:
Continued operation of an The electric engine cooling fan 1. Pull over and stop the vehicle
overheated engine, even for a can start even if the engine is as soon as it is safe to do so.
short time, may result in a fire not running. Be careful around
and the possibility of personal it. 2. Turn off your air conditioner.
injury and/or severe vehicle 3. Run the engine at idle speed
damage. If you see or hear steam coming for about 3 minutes.
from the engine, stop and turn the The engine cooling fan should
engine off. Do not open the hood be running.
CAUTION until the engine has cooled down.
Steam and scalding liquids from NOTICE
a hot cooling system can blow
out and burn you badly. Never Using the air conditioning while
turn the cap when the engine driving up long hills or in heavy
and cooling system are hot. traffic can make the engine
overheat.

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If the fan is not operating and If the fan is operating with no sign If the fan is operating but the
steam is visible: of steam: engine temperature does not fall:
1. Turn off the engine. 1. Open the hood. 1. Turn off the engine.
2. Move away from the vehicle 2. Let the engine idle until it is 2. Open the hood.
without opening the hood. cool. 3. Let the engine cool down.
3. Let the engine cool down. 3. Check the coolant level. 4. Check the coolant level.
4. When steam is no longer visi- See "Engine Coolant" in If the coolant level is low, there
ble, carefully open the hood. Section 4. may be a leak in the cooling
5. Have the vehicle serviced as system.
soon as possible.

CAUTION
Steam from an overheated
engine can burn you badly.
Stay away from the engine if
you see or hear steam coming
from it.

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Check for leaks in the following:

CAUTION ■ CHANGING A FLAT
• Radiator
Steam and scalding liquids from
TYRE
• Radiator Hoses a hot cooling system can blow
out and burn you badly. Never
CAUTION
• Radiator Connections
turn the cap when the engine Getting under a vehicle when it
• Heater Hoses is jacked up is dangerous. If the
and cooling system are hot.
• Heater Hose Connections vehicle slips off the jack, you
• Water Pump could be badly injured or killed.
CAUTION Never get under a vehicle when
If the coolant is leaking, have it it is supported only by a jack.
Engine coolant can be hazard-
fixed immediately.
ous. If ingested, it can cause The jack provided with your
Do not drive the vehicle until these illness and death. Keep out of vehicle is designed only for
problems have been resolved. reach of children. Avoid repeat- changing a flat tyre and should
If the coolant is not leaking but the ed or prolonged contact with only be used for that purpose.
coolant level is low, add coolant to skin. Wash hands after
If the jack is used for anything
bring the level up to the proper handling.
else, you or others could be
mark. badly injured or killed if the
See "Engine Coolant" in Section 4. vehicle slips off the jack.

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CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION (Continued)

Avoid further tyre and wheel To help prevent the vehicle • Turn off the ignition and
damage by driving very slowly from moving while changing remove the key.
to a level place to change your the flat tyre: • Do not start the vehicle while
tyre. Turn on your hazard warn- • Park away from traffic. it is raised on the jack.
ing flashers.
• Park on a level surface. • Before jacking, have all pas-
Changing a tyre can cause an sengers get out of the vehicle.
injury. The vehicle can slip off • Place the automatic gear shift
the jack and injure you or other in P (Park), or the manual • Put blocks at the front and
people. gear shift in 1 (First) or R rear of the tyre furthest away
(Reverse). from the one being changed.
Before attempting any service
procedure yourself, make sure • Set the parking brake firmly.
that you are very familiar with it
and that you are confident you
can complete it safely.
Otherwise, you could be
injured or your vehicle could be
damaged.

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2. Turn the retainer on the com-

CAUTION (Continued) pact spare tyre under the foam
• Make sure to use the proper tray counterclockwise and
jacking locations. remove the retainer.
• Place the jack under the jack- 3. Remove the compact spare
ing point nearest the tyre you tyre.
want to change. 4. Use the flat edge of the wheel
• The jack should be perpendic- wrench or a screwdriver to
ular to the ground when lift- pry off the wheel cover (if
ing the vehicle. The equipment is in a storage equipped).
Call for assistance when condi- compartment in the floor of the
tions are not satisfactory for rear cargo area.
jacking the car. Remove the floor cover to access
the compartment.
1. Remove the jack and jacking
tools on the foam tray (if
equipped) in the rear cargo
storage area.
For information about the jack,
see "Jack Specifications" later in
this section.

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CAUTION
Do not remove the wheel nuts
2 until the wheel is raised off the
ground.
4 3
1

5. Use the wheel wrench to 6. Attach the jack handle to the

loosen the wheel nuts by one jack.
turn each. 7. Turn the jack handle clockwise
to raise the jack lift head
slightly.
8. Place the jack under the jack-
ing point nearest the tyre you
want to change.
9. Turn the jack handle clockwise
to raise the jack.

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CAUTION CAUTION
Raising your vehicle with the Getting under a vehicle when it
jack improperly positioned can is jacked up is dangerous. If the
damage the vehicle or may vehicle slips off the jack, you
allow the vehicle to fall off the could be badly injured or killed.
jack. To avoid personal injury Never get under a vehicle when
and vehicle damage, be sure to it is supported only by a jack.
fit the jack lift head into the
proper location before raising 11. Remove the wheel nuts and
the vehicle. 10. Raise the jack until the jack take off the tyre.
head fits firmly into the notch.
Then raise the vehicle off the
ground until there is room for
the spare tyre to fit.
Do not raise the vehicle off the
ground more than is necessary
to change the wheel.

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CAUTION CAUTION
Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on Never use oil or grease on studs
the parts to which it is fastened, or nuts. If you do, the nuts
can make the wheel nuts might come loose. Your wheel
become loose after a time. The could fall off, causing a serious
wheel could come off and cause accident.
an accident. When you change
a wheel, remove any rust or dirt 13. Place the spare tyre on the
from the places where the wheel mounting surface.
12. Remove any dirt or rust from wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
the wheel bolts, mounting 14. Install the wheel nuts and
an emergency, you could use a
surfaces and spare wheel. tighten by hand.
cloth or a paper towel to do
this; but be sure to use a scraper 15. Turn the jack handle counter-
or wire brush later, if necessary, clockwise to lower the vehicle.
to get all the rust or dirt off.

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CAUTION NOTICE
Incorrect wheel nuts or improp- Improperly tightened wheel
2 erly tightened wheel nuts can nuts can lead to brake pulsation
cause the wheel to become and rotor damage. To avoid
4 3 loose and even come off. This expensive brake repairs, evenly
1 could lead to an accident. Be tighten the wheel nuts in the
sure to use the correct wheel proper sequence and to the
nuts. If you have to replace proper torque specification.
them, be sure to get the right
16. Tighten the nuts firmly with a kind. Stop somewhere as soon
wrench in the pattern shown as you can and have the nuts
above. tightened with a torque wrench
The proper torque is 100 Nm. to the proper torque.

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17. Reinstall the wheel cover (if 18. Store all the equipment in the
equipped). proper storage area. CAUTION
Do not put a wheel cover on a To reduce rattling, stow the Storing a jack, a tyre or other
compact spare tyre. Store the jack, jack handle and tools equipment in the passenger's
wheel cover in the rear area of securely in the floor storage compartment of the vehicle
the vehicle until the flat tyre is compartment. could cause injury. In a sudden
repaired or replaced. stop or collision, loose equip-
19. Store the flat tyre where the ment could strike someone.
spare tyre was stored. Store all these in the proper
NOTICE
Have the flat tyre fixed or place.
Wheel covers won’t fit your replaced as soon as you can in
compact spare. If you try to put case you need to use it again.
a wheel cover on your compact
spare, you could damage the
cover or the spare.

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Compact Spare Tyre (If

NOTICE Jack Specifications
equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Although the compact spare was When the compact spare tyre is
jack capable of lifting 600 kg. It
fully inflated when your vehicle installed, do not take your vehi-
uses lithium grease with a grade
was new, it can lose air after time. cle through an automatic car
1 National Lubricating Grease
Check the inflation pressure regu- wash with guard rails. The
Institute rating.
larly. compact spare tyre can get
caught on the rails. That can
See "Wheels and Tyres" under damage the tyre and wheel and
CAUTION
"Specifications and Capacities" in maybe other parts of the vehi- The jack was designed for use
section 4 for your vehicle's tyre cle. on your vehicle only. Do not
inflation specifications. use the jack provided with your
Of course it is best to replace your vehicle on other vehicles. Use of
spare with a road tyre as soon as NOTICE this jack on other vehicles may
you can. Your spare will last longer Tyre chains won’t fit compact damage the other vehicles or
and be in good shape in case you spare tyres. Using them will your jack and lead to personal
need to use it again. damage your vehicle and injury.
destroy the chains, too. Don’t Never exceed the maximum
use tyre chains on a compact permissible load of the jack.
spare.

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 Section 5

■ IF YOUR VEHICLE GETS NOTICE

For information about using tyre
chains on your vehicle, see "Tyre
STUCK Spinning the wheels can Chains" under "Wheels and Tyres"
If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, destroy parts of the vehicle, in Section 4.
mud, ice or snow, you will need to including the tyres.
spin the wheels.
Spinning the wheels too fast
Do not, however, spin the wheels while shifting the transmission
too fast. back and forth could destroy
the transmission.
CAUTION
If you let your tyres spin at high
speed, they could explode. You
or others could be injured. Also,
the transmission or other parts
of the vehicle could overheat
and cause an engine fire or
other damage.

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 Problems on the Road

Rocking Your Vehicle To free your vehicle when it is

CAUTION
stuck:
CAUTION 1. Turn the steering wheel left Keep your foot off the accelera-
and right to clear the area tor pedal while shifting. Wait
Before rocking the vehicle,
around the front wheels. until the transmission is
check that there are no physical
completely shifted into gear.
objects or people around the 2. Shift the transmission back
vehicle. and forth between R (Reverse) Do not race the engine.
The vehicle could move and a forward gear (first or Avoid spinning the wheels.
suddenly. You or others may be second gear for vehicles with
injured and objects could be manual transmissions), spin- The rocking motion may free the
damaged. ning the wheels as little as vehicle.
possible.
If it does not, you may need to
Release the accelerator pedal have the vehicle towed out.
while you shift and press it
See "Towing Your Vehicle" earlier
lightly when in gear.
in this section.

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A B
Air - Air Cleaner/Filter ........................................189 Battery ......................................169, 186, 211, 212
Air Bag ..............................................................115 Battery - Charging System Light ......................... 31
Air Bag - Warning Light ...............................37, 119 Battery - Jump Starting ..................................... 230
Air Cleaner ........................................................169 Belts - Lap/Shoulder Belt ................................... 109
Air Conditioning - A/C Compressor Button ..........47 Belts - Replacing Safety Belts ............................. 112
Air Conditioning - Belts - Safety Belt Pretensioners ......................... 114
Climate Control System ....................... 25, 40, 46 Belts - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ........... 113
Air Outlets ...........................................................48 Belts - Safety Belts ......................................... 6, 106
Air Outlets - Selector ...........................................47 Belts - Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ................. 111
Antenna ..............................................................76 Brake System Warning Light ............................... 32
Antilock - Antilock Brakes ..................................155 Brakes ............................................................... 153
Antilock Brakes - Warning Light ...........................34 Brakes - Antilock Brakes .................................... 155
Ashtray ..........................................................25, 98 Brakes - Antilock Brakes Warning Light ................ 34
Assist Handles .....................................................93 Brakes - Brake Fluid Reservoir ............................ 169
Audio ..................................................... 25, 40, 51 Brakes - Brake Pedal Free Play ........................... 155
Audio - Antenna ..................................................76 Brakes - Braking in Emergencies ........................ 154
Audio - Anti-Theft Feature ...................................58 Brakes - Fluid ............................................ 183, 217
Audio - Cassette Tape Player ............ 52, 57, 60, 66 Brakes - Parking Brake ....................................... 156
Audio - Radio Controls ..................................55, 63 Brakes - Parking Brake Lever Travel ................... 157
Brakes - Parking Brake Release ............................. 41
Brakes - Pedal Travel ......................................... 154
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B (Continued) Chassis - Specifications ..................................... 215

Brakes - Specifications .......................................216 Children - Child Restraint Top Strap .................. 124
Brakes - Warning Light ........................................32 Children - Child Restraints ................................ 120
Break-In - New Vehicle Break-In Period ..............128 Cigarette Lighter ................................................. 25
Bulbs - Replacement ..........................................205 Circuit Breakers ................................................. 199
Bulbs - Replacement Specifications ....................210 Climate Control - A/C Compressor Button .......... 47
C Climate Control - Air Outlet Selector ................... 47
Capacities .................................................211, 217 Climate Control - Air Temperature Selector ......... 46
Card Holder ..................................................25, 96 Climate Control - Fan Speed Selector .................. 47
Cargo - Convenience Net ..............................91, 98 Climate Control - Heating ................................... 47
Cargo - Luggage Carrier ......................................94 Climate Control - Heating/Defogging ................. 47
Cargo - Rear Cargo Area .....................................90 Climate Control - Operating Tips ........................ 49
Cargo - Vehicle Loading ..............................14, 158 Climate Control - Recirculation ........................... 47
Cassette - Cassette Tape Player ......... 52, 57, 60, 66 Climate Control System ..........................25, 40, 46
Catalytic Converter ...........................................162 Clock ............................................................ 29, 40
Cautions - Driving Precautions ..........................128 Compartment - Glove Box ............................ 25, 95
Cautions - Exhaust Warnings .......................11, 131 Compartment -
Underseat Storage Compartment ............. 97, 103
Cautions - Important Safety Precautions .......... 6-20
Compressor - A/C Compressor Button ................ 47
CD Player - Playing MP3 or WMA format CDs .....71
Controls - Dash- and
Chains - Tyre Chains .........................................197
Console-Mounted Controls .............................. 25
Charging System - Warning Light .......................31
Controls - Mounted on Steering Wheel/Column . 78

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C (Continued) Drive Belt .......................................................... 188

Coolant .....................................................175, 217 Drivetrain - Specifications ................................. 213
Coolant - Coolant Temperature Gauge ...............29 Driving - New Vehicle Break-In Period ............... 128
Coolant - Engine Coolant Reservoir .............17, 169 Driving - Off-Road Driving on Hills ...................... 13
Coolant - Engine Coolant Temperature Light ......32 Driving - Precautions ........................................ 128
Cupholders .........................................................96 E
D Electrical - Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 203
Dash - Instrument Cluster ..............................25, 28 Electrical - Fuses and Circuit Breakers ................ 199
Dash- and Console-Mounted Instruments Electrical - Instrument Panel Fuse Block ............. 202
and Controls .....................................................25 Electrical - Underhood Fuse and Relay Center ... 169
Defogger - Rear Window .....................................50 Engine - Coolant ....................................... 175, 217
Defogging ...........................................................47 Engine - Coolant Temperature Gauge ................. 29
Defrosting ...........................................................47 Engine - Coolant Temperature Warning Light ..... 32
Dimensions - Exterior Dimensions .....................217 Engine - Engine Compartment .................... 16, 169
Dipstick - Automatic Transmission Dipstick ........169 Engine - Engine Coolant Reservoir .............. 17, 169
Display - Indicator and Warning Lights Display ....25 Engine - Engine Flooding .................................. 144
Door Ajar - Warning Light ...................................39 Engine - Engine Oil ................................... 170, 217
Doors ..................................................................87 Engine - Engine Oil Dipstick .............................. 169
Doors - Central Locking System ...........................89 Engine - Engine Oil Fill Cap ............................... 169
Doors - Door Ajar Light .......................................39 Engine - Engine Specifications ........................... 211
Doors - Manual Door Locks .................................88 Engine - Engine Starting ................................... 142
Doors - Rear Door Security Locks .........................89
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E (Continued) Fluid - Windshield Washer Fluid ........................ 185

Engine - Engine Starting Problems .....................144 Fluids - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .... 222
Engine - Failure to Start .....................................144 Fog - Fog Lights .................................................. 44
Engine - Oil Pressure Warning Light ....................30 Fog - Fog Lights Indicator ................................... 39
Engine - Overheating ....................................5, 237 Fog - Rear Fog Lights .................................. 45, 210
Engine Identification Number ...........................199 Fog - Rear Fog Lights Indicator ........................... 39
Exhaust - Exhaust Warnings .........................11, 131 Fog Lights ........................................................... 44
F Four-Wheel Drive - Off-Road Driving on Hills ...... 13
Fan - Fan Speed Selector .....................................47 Fuel .................................................................. 160
Filter - Air Cleaner/Filter .....................................189 Fuel - Filling the Tank ........................................ 164
Filter - Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...........192 Fuel - Fuel Door Release .............................. 41, 164
Flooding - Engine Flooding ...............................144 Fuel - Fuel Gauge ................................................ 28
Fluid - Automatic Transmission Fluid .................177 Fuel - Fuel Tank ................................................ 217
Fluid - Brake Fluid ......................................183, 217 Fuel - Leaded .................................................... 160
Fluid - Engine Coolant ...............................175, 217 Fuel - Low Fuel Warning Light ............................ 38
Fluid - Engine Oil .......................................170, 217 Fuel - Recommended Fuel ................................ 220
Fluid - Manual Transmission Fluid ......................180 Fuel - Unleaded ................................................ 161
Fluid - Power Steering Fluid .......................181, 217 Fuses ................................................................ 199
Fluid - Washer Fluid Reservoir ............................169 Fuses - Engine Compartment Fuse Block ........... 203
Fuses - Instrument Panel Fuse Block .................. 202

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G I
Gauge - Coolant Temperature Gauge ................. 29
Identification - Engine Identification Number .... 199
Gauge - Fuel Gauge ............................................ 28
Identification - Identification Numbers .............. 199
Gas - Filling the Fuel Tank ................................. 164
Identification - Vehicle Identification Number ... 199
Glove Box ..................................................... 25, 95
Ignition - Ignition Switch ............................ 78, 140
Guidelines - Maintenance Guidelines ................ 160
Immobilizer - Immobilizer System ..................... 133
H Indicator - Headlight High Beam ......................... 38
Handles - Assist Handles ..................................... 93 Indicator - Turn Signal ........................................ 38
Hazard Warning Flasher ................................ 25, 45 Indicator and Warning Lights .............................. 29
Hazard Warning Flasher - Control ....................... 41 Indicator and Warning Lights Display ................. 25
Hazard Warning Flasher - Indicator Light ............ 38 Indicators ........................................................... 25
Headlights - High Beam Indicator ....................... 38 Inflatable Restraint System ................................ 115
Headlights - High/Low Beam Control ................. 43 Inflatable Restraint System - Warning Light . 37, 119
Heating .............................................................. 47 Inflation - Tyre Inflation .................................... 194
Heating - Climate Control System ........... 25, 40, 46 Instrument Cluster ........................................ 25, 28
High Beam - Indicator ......................................... 38 Instruments - Dash- and
Hood - Release ......................................25, 41, 166 Console-Mounted Instruments ......................... 25
Hooks - Shopping Hooks ............................ 97, 103 J
Horn ................................................................... 78 Jack - Specifications .......................................... 248
Jacking ..............................................5, 18, 92, 240

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K Light - Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light ........... 30

Keyless Entry - Battery Replacement ..................138 Light - Hazard Warning Flasher Indicators ........... 38
Keyless Entry - Transmitter ................................136 Light - Low Fuel Warning Light ........................... 38
Keyless Entry - Transmitter Range ......................138 Light - Malfunction Indicator Light ..................... 35
Keys ..................................................................132 Light - Overdrive Defeat Light ............................. 36
Keys - Immobilizer System .................................133 Light - Safety Belt Reminder Light ............... 36, 114
Keys - Remote Keyless Entry ..............................136 Light - Security System Light .................29, 40, 133
Keys - Transmitter Range ...................................138 Lighter .......................................................... 25, 98
L Lights ................................................................. 41
Label - Engine Identification Number ................199 Lights - Bulb Replacement ................................ 205
Label - Identification Numbers ..........................199 Lights - Center High-Mounted Stoplight ........... 208
Label - Vehicle Identification Number ................199 Lights - Controls ................................................. 40
Lever - Exterior Lights Control Lever ....................78 Lights - Dome Light ............................45, 209, 210
Lever - Wiper/Washer Lever .................................79 Lights - Exterior Lights ........................................ 78
Light - Air Bag Light ....................................37, 119 Lights - Exterior Lights Control Lever .................. 78
Light - Antilock Brake System Warning Light .......34 Lights - Fog Lights .............................................. 44
Light - Automatic Transmission Warning Light ....36 Lights - Fog Lights Indicator ................................ 39
Light - Brake System Warning Light .....................32 Lights - Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 25, 45
Light - Charging System Light .............................31 Lights - Headlight High/Low Beam Control ......... 43
Light - Door Ajar Light ........................................39 Lights - Headlights ................................41, 78, 205
Light - Lights - Indicator and Warning Lights Display ..... 25
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light .....32 Lights - Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ......... 29
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L (Continued) Maintenance - Engine Coolant Reservoir ..... 17, 169

Lights - Main Switch ............................................41 Maintenance - Engine Oil ......................... 170, 217
Lights - Rear Fog Lights ...............................45, 210 Maintenance - Engine Oil Dipstick .................... 169
Lights - Rear Fog Lights Indicator ........................39 Maintenance - Engine Oil Fill Cap ..................... 169
Loading - Vehicle Loading ...........................14, 158 Maintenance - Maintenance Guidelines ............ 160
Locks - Central Locking System ...........................89 Maintenance - Maintenance Schedule .............. 223
Locks - Manual Door Locks ..................................88 Maintenance - Manual Transmission Fluid ........ 180
Locks - Rear Door Security Locks .........................89 Maintenance - Power Steering Fluid .......... 181, 217
Low Fuel Light .....................................................38 Maintenance - Power Steering Fluid Reservoir ... 169
Lubricants - Maintenance -
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ..............222 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .............. 222
Luggage - Luggage Carrier ..................................94 Maintenance - Washer Fluid Reservoir ............... 169
M Maintenance - Windshield Washer Fluid ........... 185
Maintenance - Air Cleaner .................................169 Maintenance - Wiper Blades ............................. 190
Maintenance - Air Cleaner/Filter ........................189 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 35
Maintenance - Automatic Transmission Dipstick 169 Mirrors ............................................................... 82
Maintenance - Automatic Transmission Fluid .....177 Mirrors - Inside Mirror ......................................... 84
Maintenance - Battery .............. 169, 186, 211, 212 Mirrors - Manual Mirror ...................................... 83
Maintenance - Brake Fluid .........................183, 217 Mirrors - Outside Mirror ...................................... 82
Maintenance - Brake Fluid Reservoir ..................169 Mirrors - Power Mirrors ....................................... 83
Maintenance - Drive Belt ...................................188 Mirrors - Vanity ............................................. 84, 93
Maintenance - Engine Coolant ..................175, 217 MP3 - Playing MP3 or WMA format CDs ............. 71

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N R
Net - Convenience Net .................................91, 98 Rack - Luggage Carrier ........................................ 94
O Radio ......................................................25, 40, 51
Odometer ...........................................................28 Radio - Antenna .................................................. 76
Off-Roading - Driving on Hills ..............................13 Radio - Anti-Theft Feature ................................... 58
Oil - Engine Oil .........................................170, 217 Radio - Cassette Tape Player .............52, 57, 60, 66
Oil - Engine Oil Dipstick ....................................169 Radio - Radio Controls .................................. 55, 63
Oil - Oil Fill Cap .................................................169 Rear - Rear Cargo Area ........................................ 90
Oil - Oil Pressure Warning Light ..........................30 Rear Fog Lights ........................................... 45, 210
Overdrive Defeat ...............................................148 Rear Fog Lights Indicator .................................... 39
Overdrive Defeat Light ........................................36 Rear Hatch .......................................................... 90
Overhead - Luggage Carrier ................................94 Rear Hatch - Release ..................................... 41, 91
Overhead - Overhead Area and Roof ...................92 Rear Window - Defogger .................................... 50
Overhead - Sunroof .............................................92 Rear Window - Wiper/Washer ............................. 81
Overheating - Engine ....................................5, 237 Recirculation ....................................................... 47
Reclining - Seatback Manual Reclining Control . 102
P
Relays - Underhood Fuse and Relay Center ....... 169
Parking - Parking Brake ......................................156
Remote Keyless Entry ........................................ 136
Parking - Vehicle Parking ...................................151
Restraint System - Warning Light ................ 36, 114
Parking Brake - Parking Brake Lever Travel .........157
Restraints - Air Bag ............................................ 115
Parking Brake - Release ........................................41
Restraints - Child Restraint Top Strap ................ 124
Passenger Compartment Air Filter .....................192
Restraints - Child Restraints ............................... 120
Pregnancy - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..113
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R (Continued) Safety - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ......... 113

Restraints - Head Restraints ...............................104 Safety - Safety Belts ....................................... 6, 106
Restraints - Lap/Shoulder Belt ............................109 Safety - Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ............... 111
Restraints - Replacing Safety Belts ......................112 Safety - Supplemental Restraints ....................... 114
Restraints - Safety Belt Pretensioners ..................114 Safety Belts - Warning Light ........................ 36, 114
Restraints - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ....113 Schedule - Maintenance Schedule .................... 223
Restraints - Safety Belts ..................................6, 106 Seats - Driver Seat Height Adjustment ............... 103
Restraints - Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ..........111 Seats - Folding Rear Seatback ............................ 105
Restraints - Supplemental Restraints ..................114 Seats - Head Restraints ...................................... 104
Rocking Your Vehicle .........................................250 Seats - Manual Seat Controls ............................ 102
Roof - Luggage Carrier ........................................94 Seats - Seat Controls ......................................... 102
Roof - Overhead Area and Roof ...........................92 Seats - Seatback Manual Reclining Control ........ 102
Roof - Sunroof .....................................................92 Seats - Underseat Storage ........................... 97, 103
S Security - Content Theft Deterrent System ........ 134
Safety - Air Bag ..................................................115 Security - Immobilizer System ........................... 133
Safety - Child Restraint Top Strap ......................124 Security - Theft Deterrent System ..................... 133
Safety - Child Restraints .....................................120 Security System Light ...........................29, 40, 133
Safety - Important Safety Precautions .............. 6-20 Service - Maintenance Schedule ........................ 223
Safety - Lap/Shoulder Belt .................................109 Shade - Sun Visors .............................................. 93
Safety - Replacing Safety Belts ...........................112 Shifting - Automatic Transmission
Emergency Operation ..................................... 149
Safety - Safety Belt Pretensioners .......................114
Shifting - Overdrive Defeat ............................... 148

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S (Continued) Specifications - Weight ..................................... 218

Shifting - Overdrive Defeat Light .........................36 Speed - Vehicle Top Speed ............................... 219
Shifting - Shift Lock Control System ..................148 Speedometer ...................................................... 28
Shopping Hooks ..........................................97, 103 Starting - Engine Flooding ................................ 144
Sound System ........................................ 25, 40, 51 Starting - Engine Starting .................................. 142
Sound System - Antenna .....................................76 Starting - Engine Starting Problems .................. 144
Sound System - Anti-Theft Feature ......................58 Starting - Failure to Start ................................... 144
Sound System - Starting - Ignition Switch ............................ 78, 140
Cassette Tape Player ...................... 52, 57, 60, 66 Starting - Jump Starting .................................... 230
Sound System - Radio Controls .....................55, 63 Starting - Starting Instructions .......................... 142
Spare - Compact Spare Tyre ..............................248 Steering ............................................................ 215
Spare - Spare Tyre .....................................198, 216 Steering - Power Steering ................................. 215
Spare Tyre ........................................ 5, 18, 92, 240 Steering - Power Steering Fluid ................. 181, 217
Spark Plugs ...................................... 190, 211, 212 Steering - Power Steering Fluid Reservoir .......... 169
Specifications ....................................................211 Steering Column - Controls Mounted on
Specifications - Brake System .............................216 Steering Wheel/Column ................................... 78
Specifications - Chassis ......................................215 Storage ............................................................... 95
Specifications - Drivetrain ..................................213 Storage - Convenience Net ........................... 91, 98
Specifications - Engine Specifications .................211 Storage - Cupholders .......................................... 96
Specifications - Exterior Dimensions ..................217 Storage - Glove Box ...................................... 25, 95
Specifications - Replacement Bulb Specifications 210 Storage - Instrument Panel Storage Trays ............ 96

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S (Continued) Tyres - Jack and Vehicle Tools ............................. 92

Storage - Rear Cargo Area ...................................90 Tyres - Spare Tyre ............ 5, 18, 92, 198, 216, 240
Storage - Underseat Storage ........................97, 103 Tyres - Tyre Chains ........................................... 197
Stuck - If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ......................249 Tyres - Tyre Inflation ......................................... 194
Sun - Sun Visors ..................................................93 Tyres - Tyre Replacement .................................. 195
Sun - Sunroof ......................................................92 Tyres - Tyre Stowage ..............................5, 18, 240
Sunglasses Holder .........................................94, 97 Tyres - Wheels and Tyres .......................... 193, 216
Suspension ........................................................157 Tyres - Winter Tyres .......................................... 198
Switch - Ignition Switch ..............................78, 140 Towing ...................................................5, 17, 234
T Towing - Emergency Towing ............................ 235
Tachometer .........................................................29 Towing - Towing Your Vehicle with a
Wheel Lift ....................................................... 234
Tank - Filling the Fuel Tank ................................164
Traction ............................................................ 152
Tape - Cassette Tape Player .............. 52, 57, 60, 66
Transmission ..................................................... 144
Temperature - Air Temperature Selector ..............46
Transmission -
Temperature - Coolant Temperature Gauge ........29
Automatic ................ 11, 143, 144, 151, 217-219
Theft Deterrent - Immobilizer System ................133
Transmission - Automatic Transmission Dipstick 169
Theft Deterrent -
Transmission - Automatic Transmission
Content Theft Deterrent System .....................134
Emergency Operation ..................................... 149
Theft Deterrent - Theft Deterrent System ..........133
Transmission - Automatic Transmission Fluid .... 177
Tyres - Changing a Flat .......................... 5, 18, 240 Transmission -
Tyres - Compact Spare Tyre ..............................248 Automatic Transmission Warning Light ............. 36
Tyres - Inspection and Rotation .........................195 Transmission - Manual .............. 150, 151, 217-219
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T (Continued) Warning Light - Engine Coolant

Transmission - Manual Transmission Fluid .........180 Temperature Warning Light .............................. 32
Transmission - Shift Lock Control System ..........148 Warning Light -
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light .................... 30
Transmitter - Battery Replacement ....................138
Warning Light - Malfunction Indicator Light ....... 35
Transmitter - Remote Keyless Entry ....................136
Warning Light - Security System Light ..29, 40, 133
Transmitter - Transmitter Range ........................138
Warning Lights ............................................. 25, 29
Trip Odometer ....................................................28
Washer - Rear Window ....................................... 81
Trip Odometer - Reset Button .............................28
Washer - Washer Fluid Reservoir ....................... 169
Turn Signal .........................................................43
Washer - Windshield Washer Fluid .................... 185
Turn Signal - Indicator .........................................38
Weight - Vehicle Weight ................................... 218
Turn Signals ........................................................78
Wheels - Wheels and Tyres ....................... 193, 216
V Windows ............................................................ 85
Vehicle - New Vehicle Break-In Period ...............128
Windows - Manual .............................................. 85
Vehicle - Rocking ...............................................250
Windows - Power ................................................ 86
Vehicle Identification Number ...........................199
Windows - Window Lockout ............................... 87
Ventilation ..........................................................47
Windshield - Wiper Blades ................................ 190
Visors - Sun Visors ...............................................93
Windshield Wipers/Washer ................................. 79
W Wiper - Rear Window .......................................... 81
Warning Light - Air Bag Light ......................37, 119 Wipers - Wiper Blades ....................................... 190
Warning Light - Door Ajar Light ..........................39 WMA - Playing MP3 or WMA format CDs ........... 71

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