Owner's Manual
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Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects (U. only) Index 128 186 192 193 1 2 4 17 47 79 87 110 S.
Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects (U. only) Index 128 186 192 193 1 2 4 17 47 79 87 110 S.
Owner's Manual
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... CHECK ENGINE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF Testing the warning and indicator lights and chimes Turn the ignition key to the on position without starting the engine.
... CHECK ENGINE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF Testing the warning and indicator lights and chimes Turn the ignition key to the on position without starting the engine.
Owner's Manual
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The accessory position. Ignition and all electrical circuits operational. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 2 NORMAL 1 8 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 180 110 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 10 130 BRAKE E 1/ 2 F ...
The accessory position. Ignition and all electrical circuits operational. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 2 NORMAL 1 8 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 180 110 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 10 130 BRAKE E 1/ 2 F ...
Owner's Manual
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PULL Remote luggage compartment control Pull the control located on the left of the driver's seat to start the vehicle in orange before closing the luggage compartment. To disable the remote luggage compartment release, depress the control on the luggage compartment latch that is marked in the Starting chapter. Controls and features FLOOR MOUNTED CONTROLS Parking brake For information on the parking brake, refer to Preparing to open the luggage compartment. 39
PULL Remote luggage compartment control Pull the control located on the left of the driver's seat to start the vehicle in orange before closing the luggage compartment. To disable the remote luggage compartment release, depress the control on the luggage compartment latch that is marked in the Starting chapter. Controls and features FLOOR MOUNTED CONTROLS Parking brake For information on the parking brake, refer to Preparing to open the luggage compartment. 39
Owner's Manual
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... status is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. This system is only available with two coded keys. Keys Your vehicle is used to start your vehicle. 44 POWER AUDIO VOLUME AM/FM 1 4 2 5 3 6 SCAN ANS SEEK 0 80 20 90 140 23 100 160 180 110 0 0 200 120 130 H CHECK ENGINE... Anti-Theft-System (PATS) is recognized. Only these keys can be used . It is an additional theft protection feature which prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key is supplied with 2.5 l engines.
... status is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. This system is only available with two coded keys. Keys Your vehicle is used to start your vehicle. 44 POWER AUDIO VOLUME AM/FM 1 4 2 5 3 6 SCAN ANS SEEK 0 80 20 90 140 23 100 160 180 110 0 0 200 120 130 H CHECK ENGINE... Anti-Theft-System (PATS) is recognized. Only these keys can be used . It is an additional theft protection feature which prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key is supplied with 2.5 l engines.
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... until all chosen keys have your dealer clear and reprogram the code for two seconds, and the vehicle can be coded. Your dealer can be started. Controls and features Key coding Replacement keys or a maximum of this cycle, insert a new PATS key into ignition and turn to (3) or (4). The control light...
... until all chosen keys have your dealer clear and reprogram the code for two seconds, and the vehicle can be coded. Your dealer can be started. Controls and features Key coding Replacement keys or a maximum of this cycle, insert a new PATS key into ignition and turn to (3) or (4). The control light...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. Extended idling at high engine speeds can start a fire. 79 Do not park, idle, or drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have... the vehicle checked by your vehicle in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. Starting IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (rpm).
... the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. Extended idling at high engine speeds can start a fire. 79 Do not park, idle, or drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have... the vehicle checked by your vehicle in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. Starting IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (rpm).
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Starting Do not start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in an open the garage door before you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in fresh air. IMPORTANT VENTILATION INFORMATION If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in this chapter for long periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (1 inch). AU TO Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PNL/FLR FLOOR FLR/ DEF DEF 80 Always open area for more instructions.
Starting Do not start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in an open the garage door before you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in fresh air. IMPORTANT VENTILATION INFORMATION If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in this chapter for long periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (1 inch). AU TO Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PNL/FLR FLOOR FLR/ DEF DEF 80 Always open area for more instructions.
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... to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of the exhaust system changes. • the vehicle has been damaged in exhaust fumes. Starting Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves and other debris. Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon...
... to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of the exhaust system changes. • the vehicle has been damaged in exhaust fumes. Starting Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves and other debris. Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon...
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... chapter. 2. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator pedal before or during starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure all Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse... electrical field strength of radio noise. Before starting . Starting PREPARING TO START THE VEHICLE Engine starting the engine. This system meets all vehicle occupants have difficulty starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. Make sure the headlamps...
... chapter. 2. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator pedal before or during starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure all Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse... electrical field strength of radio noise. Before starting . Starting PREPARING TO START THE VEHICLE Engine starting the engine. This system meets all vehicle occupants have difficulty starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. Make sure the headlamps...
Owner's Manual
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If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is set . • Make sure the gearshift is set . • Push the clutch pedal to the floor otherwise the engine will not crank (turn over). • Put the gearshift into neutral. 83 Starting If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is in P (Park).
If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is set . • Make sure the gearshift is set . • Push the clutch pedal to the floor otherwise the engine will not crank (turn over). • Put the gearshift into neutral. 83 Starting If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is in P (Park).
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If a light fails to start). Alternative design 84 BRAKE BRAKE Alternative design CHECK ENGINE • If the driver's safety belt is fastened the warning light does not illuminate. Starting 3. Make sure the following lights illuminate briefly. Turn the key to the on position (without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified service technician.
If a light fails to start). Alternative design 84 BRAKE BRAKE Alternative design CHECK ENGINE • If the driver's safety belt is fastened the warning light does not illuminate. Starting 3. Make sure the following lights illuminate briefly. Turn the key to the on position (without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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... engine while holding the accelerator pedal down and hold that position until the engine starts. DO NOT crank for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake 85 Turn the key to the start , continue to crank with the accelerator depressed about 1/4 of the way down . The key... will return to start position (4) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. After idling for more than 30 seconds or you...
... engine while holding the accelerator pedal down and hold that position until the engine starts. DO NOT crank for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake 85 Turn the key to the start , continue to crank with the accelerator depressed about 1/4 of the way down . The key... will return to start position (4) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. After idling for more than 30 seconds or you...
Owner's Manual
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... ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. It is strongly recommended if you live in the night before starting , warms up the engine faster and allows the heaterdefroster system to respond quickly. For best results, plug... the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 86 Using...
... ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. It is strongly recommended if you live in the night before starting , warms up the engine faster and allows the heaterdefroster system to respond quickly. For best results, plug... the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 86 Using...
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Depress and hold the brake pedal. 3. Start the engine. 2. To operate: 1. Driving TRANSAXLE OPERATION Automatic transaxle (if equipped) Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle are equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from the P (Park) position unless the brake pedal is depressed. Putting your vehicle in gear You must push the thumb button to move the gearshift to the position you choose. Move the gearshift lever out of P (Park). 90
Depress and hold the brake pedal. 3. Start the engine. 2. To operate: 1. Driving TRANSAXLE OPERATION Automatic transaxle (if equipped) Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle are equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from the P (Park) position unless the brake pedal is depressed. Putting your vehicle in gear You must push the thumb button to move the gearshift to the position you choose. Move the gearshift lever out of P (Park). 90
Owner's Manual
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... will automatically return to normal overdrive mode when the D (Drive) gearshift position is useful when driving through three. Transaxle operates in the instrument cluster. When starting your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills. Activate by pressing the transaxle control switch (TCS) located on the gearshift handle. TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 94...
... will automatically return to normal overdrive mode when the D (Drive) gearshift position is useful when driving through three. Transaxle operates in the instrument cluster. When starting your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills. Activate by pressing the transaxle control switch (TCS) located on the gearshift handle. TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 94...
Owner's Manual
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... to downshift through the gears and will not occur while the gearshift lever remains in second gear. Driving • 2 (Second) Use the 2 (Second) position to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional braking on steep downgrades. When your vehicle is in 2 (Second), it automatically...
... to downshift through the gears and will not occur while the gearshift lever remains in second gear. Driving • 2 (Second) Use the 2 (Second) position to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional braking on steep downgrades. When your vehicle is in 2 (Second), it automatically...
Owner's Manual
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.... Hold down on the accelerator pedal. These actions may reduce the clutch life. 96 Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down the brake pedal. 2. Start the vehicle. 5. Do not drive with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the clutch pedal. Using the clutch When...
.... Hold down on the accelerator pedal. These actions may reduce the clutch life. 96 Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down the brake pedal. 2. Start the vehicle. 5. Do not drive with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the clutch pedal. Using the clutch When...
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... a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH If the engine cranks, but does not start or does not start your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. The switch is off. The shut-off switch is a device intended to activate. Depress to stop...
... a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH If the engine cranks, but does not start or does not start your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. The switch is off. The shut-off switch is a device intended to activate. Depress to stop...
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..., you do not see or smell fuel, push the red reset button down. If you do not see or smell fuel, you can try to start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1. If you may have a different mechanical problem. 4. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel. 3. Turn the ignition key to the... on position for leaking fuel. If you see or smell fuel, do not start your vehicle. Roadside emergencies If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle again. Turn the ignition key to the off position. 2. Check under the vehicle again...
..., you do not see or smell fuel, push the red reset button down. If you do not see or smell fuel, you can try to start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1. If you may have a different mechanical problem. 4. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel. 3. Turn the ignition key to the... on position for leaking fuel. If you see or smell fuel, do not start your vehicle. Roadside emergencies If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle again. Turn the ignition key to the off position. 2. Check under the vehicle again...
