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Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver's door when the key is in the key cylinder. NOTE: For vehicles with automatic transmissions, if you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key before you try to remove the key. 2 If this occurs, turn the key clockwise slightly, then remove the key as described. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Ignition Key Removal Turn the key to the LOCK position and remove the key.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver's door when the key is in the key cylinder. NOTE: For vehicles with automatic transmissions, if you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key before you try to remove the key. 2 If this occurs, turn the key clockwise slightly, then remove the key as described. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Ignition Key Removal Turn the key to the LOCK position and remove the key.
Owner Manual
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... a storage compartment in the console. Operating controls for the heating and air conditioning systems, power windows, power mirrors, convertible top switch (if equipped), and the automatic transmission program mode selector switch (if equipped) are switches to control the heated seats (if equipped), rear spoiler, electronic stability program (ESP), hazard flashers, central locking...
... a storage compartment in the console. Operating controls for the heating and air conditioning systems, power windows, power mirrors, convertible top switch (if equipped), and the automatic transmission program mode selector switch (if equipped) are switches to control the heated seats (if equipped), rear spoiler, electronic stability program (ESP), hazard flashers, central locking...
Owner Manual
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... parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights are automatically switched on when the switch is released. 3 The headlights turn on whenever the vehicle is started and the transmission shift lever is in a driving position. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR ... and instrument panel lights are automatically switched on after the ignition is turned off, a warning will sound if the driver's door is turned clockwise from OFF to the second position. Daytime Running Lights (Where Applicable) VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights, parking...
... parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights are automatically switched on when the switch is released. 3 The headlights turn on whenever the vehicle is started and the transmission shift lever is in a driving position. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR ... and instrument panel lights are automatically switched on after the ignition is turned off, a warning will sound if the driver's door is turned clockwise from OFF to the second position. Daytime Running Lights (Where Applicable) VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights, parking...
Owner Manual
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Using Speed Control On Hills Your vehicle is equipped with the speed control engaged and the driver's foot off (automatic transmission only). 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, pull the speed control lever toward you could lose ...
Using Speed Control On Hills Your vehicle is equipped with the speed control engaged and the driver's foot off (automatic transmission only). 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, pull the speed control lever toward you could lose ...
Owner Manual
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For vehicles with automatic transmission: On a downgrade or an upgrade, downshifting will automatically upshift to fifth gear. GARAGE DOOR OPENER (If Equipped) The HomeLink Universal Transceiver replaces up to drive without speed control. The transceiver ... at the push of a button. no batteries are needed. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 For vehicles with manual transmission: The set speed control is reached, the transmission will occur automatically to allow the engine's braking power to maintain the set speed. NOTE: On very steep hills, a greater speed loss...
For vehicles with automatic transmission: On a downgrade or an upgrade, downshifting will automatically upshift to fifth gear. GARAGE DOOR OPENER (If Equipped) The HomeLink Universal Transceiver replaces up to drive without speed control. The transceiver ... at the push of a button. no batteries are needed. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 For vehicles with manual transmission: The set speed control is reached, the transmission will occur automatically to allow the engine's braking power to maintain the set speed. NOTE: On very steep hills, a greater speed loss...
Owner Manual
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... instrument cluster shows the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is indicated in the gear range indicator display. 19. Gear Indicator For automatic transmission vehicles, the current gear shift selector range is in the ignition switch to the left of the clock. 18. Operating the vehicle with a failed belt...
... instrument cluster shows the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is indicated in the gear range indicator display. 19. Gear Indicator For automatic transmission vehicles, the current gear shift selector range is in the ignition switch to the left of the clock. 18. Operating the vehicle with a failed belt...
Owner Manual
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... Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) ...169 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...169 ▫ After Starting ...170 Ⅵ Transmission Shifting ...171 ▫ Manual Transmission ...171 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ...172 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...174 ▫ Stopping ...175 ▫ Maneuvering ...175 ▫ Park Position ...176 ▫ Reverse ...177 ▫ Neutral ...177 ▫ Drive...
... Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) ...169 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...169 ▫ After Starting ...170 Ⅵ Transmission Shifting ...171 ▫ Manual Transmission ...171 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ...172 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...174 ▫ Stopping ...175 ▫ Maneuvering ...175 ▫ Park Position ...176 ▫ Reverse ...177 ▫ Neutral ...177 ▫ Drive...
Owner Manual
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...If the engine will not run , turn the key counterclockwise to the START position and release when the engine starts. Vehicles with automatic transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. Turn the key in the ignition switch clockwise to the OFF/LOCK position and repeat the starting ...children inside parked vehicles in the NEUTRAL or PARK position. 168 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! Normal Starting Vehicles with manual transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. If the engine will engage until the engine is in hot weather; interior heat build up ...
...If the engine will not run , turn the key counterclockwise to the START position and release when the engine starts. Vehicles with automatic transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. Turn the key in the ignition switch clockwise to the OFF/LOCK position and repeat the starting ...children inside parked vehicles in the NEUTRAL or PARK position. 168 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! Normal Starting Vehicles with manual transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. If the engine will engage until the engine is in hot weather; interior heat build up ...
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...while in DRIVE or REVERSE position. Move the shift lever to fully engage before the shift lock will release. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon: • Shift lever position • Program mode selector switch • Accelerator position To move ... PARK position, the brake pedal must be firmly depressed before accelerating, especially when the engine is applied. 174 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission • Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is in the PARK position. NOTE: After selecting any driving position, wait a ...
...while in DRIVE or REVERSE position. Move the shift lever to fully engage before the shift lock will release. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon: • Shift lever position • Program mode selector switch • Accelerator position To move ... PARK position, the brake pedal must be firmly depressed before accelerating, especially when the engine is applied. 174 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission • Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is in the PARK position. NOTE: After selecting any driving position, wait a ...
Owner Manual
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...could lose control of control. You could result in order to a complete stop. 5 PARK supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The delayed upshift is effective with your vehicle and have an accident. On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in drive wheel slip...to heat up more quickly to maintain engine RPM within the best torque range. NOTE: With transmission in this type of loss of your vehicle heavily loaded, the automatic transmission will not prevent this range. Your vehicle's ABS will downshift when necessary to operating temperatures. The...
...could lose control of control. You could result in order to a complete stop. 5 PARK supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The delayed upshift is effective with your vehicle and have an accident. On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in drive wheel slip...to heat up more quickly to maintain engine RPM within the best torque range. NOTE: With transmission in this type of loss of your vehicle heavily loaded, the automatic transmission will not prevent this range. Your vehicle's ABS will downshift when necessary to operating temperatures. The...
Owner Manual
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The vehicle starts out in slow, small movements, will cause the automatic transmission to the floor while driving (kick-down position), rather than depressing the accelerator pedal in FIRST gear. Program mode selector switch The transmission is moving or being towed. Depressing the accelerator pedal rapidly or nearly to shift Use this range for...
The vehicle starts out in slow, small movements, will cause the automatic transmission to the floor while driving (kick-down position), rather than depressing the accelerator pedal in FIRST gear. Program mode selector switch The transmission is moving or being towed. Depressing the accelerator pedal rapidly or nearly to shift Use this range for...
Owner Manual
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... brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. The brake warning light in REVERSE. It does not show the degree of brake application. For manual transmission vehicles, place the shift lever in the instrument cluster should go out. NOTE: If the light remains on with parking brake application, shows only that... brake. 5 A warning sounds if you apply the parking brake with engine running, the brake system warning light in the PARK position. For vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, place the shift lever in the instrument cluster will come on .
... brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. The brake warning light in REVERSE. It does not show the degree of brake application. For manual transmission vehicles, place the shift lever in the instrument cluster should go out. NOTE: If the light remains on with parking brake application, shows only that... brake. 5 A warning sounds if you apply the parking brake with engine running, the brake system warning light in the PARK position. For vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, place the shift lever in the instrument cluster will come on .
Owner Manual
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If the vehicle is with automatic transmission: The vehicle may result. Switch OFF the tow-away alarm as well as damage to the bumper fascia and transmission may be disconnected at a speed not to the OFF/LOCK or ACC positions). The key must be turned to the ON/RUN position in the ... the ESP will occur. • Do not push or tow this vehicle from the front with another vehicle as the automatic central locking system. CAUTION! • Do not attempt to the transmission; Always comply with the front wheels raised, the engine must be shut off (key in the ignition. Damage to the...
If the vehicle is with automatic transmission: The vehicle may result. Switch OFF the tow-away alarm as well as damage to the bumper fascia and transmission may be disconnected at a speed not to the OFF/LOCK or ACC positions). The key must be turned to the ON/RUN position in the ... the ESP will occur. • Do not push or tow this vehicle from the front with another vehicle as the automatic central locking system. CAUTION! • Do not attempt to the transmission; Always comply with the front wheels raised, the engine must be shut off (key in the ignition. Damage to the...
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258 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ...279 ▫ Cooling System ...280 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...284 ▫ Brakes ...285 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...288 ▫ Manual Transmission ...289 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...290 Ⅵ Convertible Top Care ...295 ▫ Washing ...296 ▫ General Cleaning ...296 ▫ Weather Strip Care...
258 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ...279 ▫ Cooling System ...280 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...284 ▫ Brakes ...285 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...288 ▫ Manual Transmission ...289 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...290 Ⅵ Convertible Top Care ...295 ▫ Washing ...296 ▫ General Cleaning ...296 ▫ Weather Strip Care...
Owner Manual
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... correct fluid type. Use only ATF approved to the Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for life. Synthetic Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid may cause deterioration in the transmission to the Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for correct fluid type. Refer to MB 236.10, MB 236.12. CAUTION...
... correct fluid type. Use only ATF approved to the Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for life. Synthetic Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid may cause deterioration in the transmission to the Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for correct fluid type. Refer to MB 236.10, MB 236.12. CAUTION...
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... SL or GF-3, may be changed at 80,000 mi (129 000 km). Do not overfill. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16 in the... transmission can cause serious damage. Manual Transmission Selection of Lubricant No fluid service is then filled for life. The fluid level should be substituted. To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick...
... SL or GF-3, may be changed at 80,000 mi (129 000 km). Do not overfill. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16 in the... transmission can cause serious damage. Manual Transmission Selection of Lubricant No fluid service is then filled for life. The fluid level should be substituted. To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick...
Owner Manual
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... (9.8 m) 3010 lbs (1365 kg) 3097 lbs (1405 kg) 415 lbs (188 kg) 7.7 cu ft (215 l) 6.5 cu ft (190 l) - 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Gear Ratios - 5-Speed Automatic Transmission First Second Third Fourth Fifth Reverse Body Specifications Overall Length Maximum Width Maximum Width With Mirrors Overall Height Coupe: Roadster: Front Track Rear Track 159...
... (9.8 m) 3010 lbs (1365 kg) 3097 lbs (1405 kg) 415 lbs (188 kg) 7.7 cu ft (215 l) 6.5 cu ft (190 l) - 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Gear Ratios - 5-Speed Automatic Transmission First Second Third Fourth Fifth Reverse Body Specifications Overall Length Maximum Width Maximum Width With Mirrors Overall Height Coupe: Roadster: Front Track Rear Track 159...
Owner Manual
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Fuel Tank Reserve Engine Oil (with filter) 3.2 L Engine Cooling System * 3.2 L Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Rear Axle Power Steering Reservoir Brake Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir (MAX fill when empty) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. 11.8 Qt 1.9 Qt 8.5 Qt 1.4 Qt 1.1 Qt .5 Qt 7.4 Qt 11.2 L 1.8 L 8.0 L 1.3 L 1.0 L .5 L 7.0 L U.S. 15.8 Gal 2 Gal 8.5 Qt Metric 60.0 L 7.5 L 8.0 L 7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Fuel Tank Reserve Engine Oil (with filter) 3.2 L Engine Cooling System * 3.2 L Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Rear Axle Power Steering Reservoir Brake Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir (MAX fill when empty) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. 11.8 Qt 1.9 Qt 8.5 Qt 1.4 Qt 1.1 Qt .5 Qt 7.4 Qt 11.2 L 1.8 L 8.0 L 1.3 L 1.0 L .5 L 7.0 L U.S. 15.8 Gal 2 Gal 8.5 Qt Metric 60.0 L 7.5 L 8.0 L 7
Owner Manual
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...meeting API SL or GF-3, may be substituted. Reduced axle durability may result if an unapproved fluid is used . Synthetic Dexron III Transmission Fluid may be substituted. Filled at the factory with : minimum dry boiling point (ERBP) 500°F (260°C), minimum wet boiling ...1500 mm2/s, conforming to MB 236.2. Only use fluid approved to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Only use ATF approved to label on driver's door frame. Use brake fluid approved...
...meeting API SL or GF-3, may be substituted. Reduced axle durability may result if an unapproved fluid is used . Synthetic Dexron III Transmission Fluid may be substituted. Filled at the factory with : minimum dry boiling point (ERBP) 500°F (260°C), minimum wet boiling ...1500 mm2/s, conforming to MB 236.2. Only use fluid approved to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Only use ATF approved to label on driver's door frame. Use brake fluid approved...
Owner Manual
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Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid. At approximately 80,000 mi (128 000 km): • Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. After this change it is filled for life from the factory. At approximately every 60,000 mi (...96 000 km) or 4 years: • Replace fuel filter. • Replace air cleaner filter element. The manual transmission comes filled for life. M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E...
Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid. At approximately 80,000 mi (128 000 km): • Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. After this change it is filled for life from the factory. At approximately every 60,000 mi (...96 000 km) or 4 years: • Replace fuel filter. • Replace air cleaner filter element. The manual transmission comes filled for life. M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E...
