Owner's Manual
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They are: LOCK, ACC, ON, and START. Ignition lock cylinder (manual transaxle) Ignition lock cylinder (automatic transaxle) 41 Starting Your Aspire Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The ignition has four positions.
They are: LOCK, ACC, ON, and START. Ignition lock cylinder (manual transaxle) Ignition lock cylinder (automatic transaxle) 41 Starting Your Aspire Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The ignition has four positions.
Owner's Manual
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... position once the engine is stuck in the LOCK position and will not turn, move your key is started and remains in P (Park) (automatic transaxle). If your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. ON allows you release it. LOCK is not running. The key should return... the brake warning light. 42 START cranks the engine. The START position also allows you to ON when you to test your vehicle has a manual transaxle, you do not damage the starter. The key returns to the LOCK position. If your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light)...
... position once the engine is stuck in the LOCK position and will not turn, move your key is started and remains in P (Park) (automatic transaxle). If your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. ON allows you release it. LOCK is not running. The key should return... the brake warning light. 42 START cranks the engine. The START position also allows you to ON when you to test your vehicle has a manual transaxle, you do not damage the starter. The key returns to the LOCK position. If your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light)...
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...engine. This is in the P (Park) position. 43 NOTE: When the ignition key is securely latched in the ACC or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be heard. NOTE: Your vehicle's gearshift lever is in P (Park) if you cannot move the gearshift lever. Shift-lock System For your ...shifted from the P (Park) position. To make the system more information. See Emergency Override System later in the thumb button. To shift the transaxle out of the P (Park) position without pushing in this section for more effective, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the gearshift selector ...
...engine. This is in the P (Park) position. 43 NOTE: When the ignition key is securely latched in the ACC or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be heard. NOTE: Your vehicle's gearshift lever is in P (Park) if you cannot move the gearshift lever. Shift-lock System For your ...shifted from the P (Park) position. To make the system more information. See Emergency Override System later in the thumb button. To shift the transaxle out of the P (Park) position without pushing in this section for more effective, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the gearshift selector ...
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... turn it is possible that a fuse has blown and that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). 2. 3. 4. 45 Remove the key. RWARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING. Removing ... shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate procedure described above, it to the chapter titled Servicing Your Aspire in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) (manual transaxle). RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Push and...
... turn it is possible that a fuse has blown and that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). 2. 3. 4. 45 Remove the key. RWARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING. Removing ... shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate procedure described above, it to the chapter titled Servicing Your Aspire in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) (manual transaxle). RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Push and...
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... vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. 2. 3. 47 If you have an automatic transaxle, make sure that they work. Refer to make sure that the parking brake is fully set, push the clutch pedal to the floor, and put...Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. If you have a manual transaxle, make sure that the gearshift is in P (Park) and the parking brake is pushed all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety belts. Exhaust ...
... vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. 2. 3. 47 If you have an automatic transaxle, make sure that they work. Refer to make sure that the parking brake is fully set, push the clutch pedal to the floor, and put...Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. If you have a manual transaxle, make sure that the gearshift is in P (Park) and the parking brake is pushed all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety belts. Exhaust ...
Owner's Manual
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If the engine does not start within five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to the OFF position. NOTE: Automatic transaxle equipped vehicles have an interlock that prevents you start after the starter stops, then try again. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Turn the ignition ...
If the engine does not start within five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to the OFF position. NOTE: Automatic transaxle equipped vehicles have an interlock that prevents you start after the starter stops, then try again. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Turn the ignition ...
Owner's Manual
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For manual control, start in D (Drive). Your Aspire has one of two types of transaxle your vehicle has. You may be familiar with the term "transmission." We use transaxle because it is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that have front-wheel drive. Your ...on which type of transaxles: u a manual five-speed u an automatic three-speed Driving With an Automatic Transaxle (If equipped) Putting Your Vehicle in Gear The automatic transaxle provides fully automatic operation in 1 (First) or 2 (Second) and then shift manually. Driving Your Aspire Procedures for vehicles ...
For manual control, start in D (Drive). Your Aspire has one of two types of transaxle your vehicle has. You may be familiar with the term "transmission." We use transaxle because it is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that have front-wheel drive. Your ...on which type of transaxles: u a manual five-speed u an automatic three-speed Driving With an Automatic Transaxle (If equipped) Putting Your Vehicle in Gear The automatic transaxle provides fully automatic operation in 1 (First) or 2 (Second) and then shift manually. Driving Your Aspire Procedures for vehicles ...
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... on the brake pedal, start the engine, and then push in the Index. 120 Using a Console-Mounted Gearshift Automatic console-mounted gearshift lever Your automatic transaxle vehicle has a console-mounted shift selector lever.
... on the brake pedal, start the engine, and then push in the Index. 120 Using a Console-Mounted Gearshift Automatic console-mounted gearshift lever Your automatic transaxle vehicle has a console-mounted shift selector lever.
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...driving in heavy, slow moving traffic, when climbing hills, for braking on steep hills, or for your vehicle picks up speed the transaxle will automatically downshift as necessary. You can upshift from rotating. 121 Do not go faster than the posted speed limit in this gear.... of R (Reverse). When to a complete stop before you shift into 2 (Second) or D (Drive) at any speed. The transaxle will automatically upshift. This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from 1 (First) into P (Park). Backing Up With the gearshift in P (Park). You should always...
...driving in heavy, slow moving traffic, when climbing hills, for braking on steep hills, or for your vehicle picks up speed the transaxle will automatically downshift as necessary. You can upshift from rotating. 121 Do not go faster than the posted speed limit in this gear.... of R (Reverse). When to a complete stop before you shift into 2 (Second) or D (Drive) at any speed. The transaxle will automatically upshift. This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from 1 (First) into P (Park). Backing Up With the gearshift in P (Park). You should always...
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... this position the gearshift selector lever cannot be moved unless the button is securely latched when the thumb button has popped out. Driving With a Manual Transaxle (If equipped) Using the Clutch After the engine starts, allow it is securely latched in . RWARNING Never leave your right foot on the accelerator at...
... this position the gearshift selector lever cannot be moved unless the button is securely latched when the thumb button has popped out. Driving With a Manual Transaxle (If equipped) Using the Clutch After the engine starts, allow it is securely latched in . RWARNING Never leave your right foot on the accelerator at...
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... cause the vehicle to jerk sharply when pressing or removing your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. Shifting the Gears The gearshift for a manual transaxle is mounted on the floor. Shift pattern Always push the clutch pedal all the way in when you shift.
... cause the vehicle to jerk sharply when pressing or removing your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. Shifting the Gears The gearshift for a manual transaxle is mounted on the floor. Shift pattern Always push the clutch pedal all the way in when you shift.
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RWARNING If the parking brake is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on will cause ...
RWARNING If the parking brake is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on will cause ...
Owner's Manual
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u Drive slower than 10 mph (16 km/h). Do not downshift into 1 (First) with the automatic transaxle when moving faster than a vehicle with the manual transaxle when moving faster than you would . However, this does not mean that your vehicle more distance to avoid locking your vehicle has speed control, do ...
u Drive slower than 10 mph (16 km/h). Do not downshift into 1 (First) with the automatic transaxle when moving faster than a vehicle with the manual transaxle when moving faster than you would . However, this does not mean that your vehicle more distance to avoid locking your vehicle has speed control, do ...
Owner's Manual
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... damage the tires. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. You may have an automatic transaxle and your vehicle gets stuck (for example, in mud or snow), you may try to dry the brakes. 133 After you drive through the standing ...
... damage the tires. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. You may have an automatic transaxle and your vehicle gets stuck (for example, in mud or snow), you may try to dry the brakes. 133 After you drive through the standing ...
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...may lower GVWR and GAWR limitations. Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may occur. 134 Towing Behind Another Vehicle - Recreational Vehicle Towing an automatic transaxle (ATX) equipped vehicle behind another vehicle, such as a Recreational Vehicle (RV), is not recommended unless a front wheel dolly or trailer is ... Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for towing a trailer. Driving With a Heavy Load There are limits to the amount of weight your Aspire for the respective axle. Trailer Towing Do not use your vehicle can find your vehicle's tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations.
...may lower GVWR and GAWR limitations. Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may occur. 134 Towing Behind Another Vehicle - Recreational Vehicle Towing an automatic transaxle (ATX) equipped vehicle behind another vehicle, such as a Recreational Vehicle (RV), is not recommended unless a front wheel dolly or trailer is ... Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for towing a trailer. Driving With a Heavy Load There are limits to the amount of weight your Aspire for the respective axle. Trailer Towing Do not use your vehicle can find your vehicle's tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations.
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The maximum towing distance is towed forward. Do not tow your vehicle. RWARNING Never use a tow bar that attaches to the transaxle. Towing a manual transaxle (MTX) equipped vehicle behind another vehicle, such as a Recreational Vehicle (RV), is allowed only if it is unlimited. You may tow your MTX equipped vehicle ..., the ignition key must be in a forward direction with the front wheels on the ground without damage to the bumper when you tow your manual transaxle equipped vehicle at a speed faster than 55 mph (88 km/h). This could damage the bumper and cause an accident. 135
The maximum towing distance is towed forward. Do not tow your vehicle. RWARNING Never use a tow bar that attaches to the transaxle. Towing a manual transaxle (MTX) equipped vehicle behind another vehicle, such as a Recreational Vehicle (RV), is allowed only if it is unlimited. You may tow your MTX equipped vehicle ..., the ignition key must be in a forward direction with the front wheels on the ground without damage to the bumper when you tow your manual transaxle equipped vehicle at a speed faster than 55 mph (88 km/h). This could damage the bumper and cause an accident. 135
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... opposite to Change the Tire 1. Blocking the wheel diagonally opposite the tire being changed When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is diagonally opposite the tire that your vehicle..., put the gearshift in P (Park). To prevent the vehicle from moving when you are changing. Preparing to the tire. 144 If you have an automatic transaxle, put the gearshift in 1 (First).
... opposite to Change the Tire 1. Blocking the wheel diagonally opposite the tire being changed When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is diagonally opposite the tire that your vehicle..., put the gearshift in P (Park). To prevent the vehicle from moving when you are changing. Preparing to the tire. 144 If you have an automatic transaxle, put the gearshift in 1 (First).
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Always use your vehicle from the rear (with the rear wheels off the ground), a dolly must be placed under the front tires to Towing behind another vehicle - recreational vehicle in a straight-ahead position. If it is necessary to tow your vehicle's steering column lock to secure the wheels in the Index for towing service. Refer to prevent transaxle damage. Do not use a steering wheel clamping device designed for information on towing behind an RV. 152
Always use your vehicle from the rear (with the rear wheels off the ground), a dolly must be placed under the front tires to Towing behind another vehicle - recreational vehicle in a straight-ahead position. If it is necessary to tow your vehicle's steering column lock to secure the wheels in the Index for towing service. Refer to prevent transaxle damage. Do not use a steering wheel clamping device designed for information on towing behind an RV. 152
Owner's Manual
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... brake fully and make sure the gearshift is automatic and may come on a vehicle in an enclosed u Never get caught in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) gear (manual transaxle). RWARNING The cooling fan is securely latched in moving unexpectedly. 2. 3. 175 u If you turn the engine off : 1. supported by a jack only. Remove the...
... brake fully and make sure the gearshift is automatic and may come on a vehicle in an enclosed u Never get caught in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) gear (manual transaxle). RWARNING The cooling fan is securely latched in moving unexpectedly. 2. 3. 175 u If you turn the engine off : 1. supported by a jack only. Remove the...
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... it while the engine is running. 2. Opening the Hood 1. Lift the hood and set the prop rod in the hole in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or Neutral (manual transaxle). Set the parking brake fully and make sure the prop rod is in its retainer and that is securely latched in the hood. 2. 3. RWARNING...
... it while the engine is running. 2. Opening the Hood 1. Lift the hood and set the prop rod in the hole in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or Neutral (manual transaxle). Set the parking brake fully and make sure the prop rod is in its retainer and that is securely latched in the hood. 2. 3. RWARNING...