Owner's Manual
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only) Index 158 217 223 235 236 1 2 4 20 72 104 112 137 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 Customer assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
only) Index 158 217 223 235 236 1 2 4 20 72 104 112 137 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 Customer assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... the fuel. • The fuel cap may be drivable and will usually be malfunctioning. Instrumentation The check engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started, one of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run out of the engine's emission control systems may not have been securely tightened. 11 The vehicle...
... the fuel. • The fuel cap may be drivable and will usually be malfunctioning. Instrumentation The check engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started, one of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run out of the engine's emission control systems may not have been securely tightened. 11 The vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... of these lights do not illuminate, see your dealer or qualified service technician. Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps are on position without starting the engine. Safety belt warning chime For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the on , the ignition is off (and the key...
... of these lights do not illuminate, see your dealer or qualified service technician. Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps are on position without starting the engine. Safety belt warning chime For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the on , the ignition is off (and the key...
Owner's Manual
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... features Setting memory preset stations 1. Select a station. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is helpful on selecting a station. 3. Starting automatic memory store (if equipped) 1. If the battery is disconnected, the memory preset stations will need to set strong radio stations without losing your original...
... features Setting memory preset stations 1. Select a station. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is helpful on selecting a station. 3. Starting automatic memory store (if equipped) 1. If the battery is disconnected, the memory preset stations will need to set strong radio stations without losing your original...
Owner's Manual
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... output. • Push the AUDIO control repeatedly until the display reads BASS. • Press (+) or (-) on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will start playing. Controls and features 2. When the first six strong stations are less than six strong stations available on the volume control to your audio system...
... output. • Push the AUDIO control repeatedly until the display reads BASS. • Press (+) or (-) on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will start playing. Controls and features 2. When the first six strong stations are less than six strong stations available on the volume control to your audio system...
Owner's Manual
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... with automatic transaxles, the ignition key can return to this position for normal driving. 4. The accessory position. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 2 1 C H 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 E F MPH CHECK...
... with automatic transaxles, the ignition key can return to this position for normal driving. 4. The accessory position. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 2 1 C H 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 E F MPH CHECK...
Owner's Manual
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Controls and features FLOOR MOUNTED CONTROLS Parking brake For information on the parking brake, refer to Preparing to start the vehicle in the Starting chapter. 64 PULL Remote luggage compartment control Pull the control located on the left of the driver seat to open the luggage compartment.
Controls and features FLOOR MOUNTED CONTROLS Parking brake For information on the parking brake, refer to Preparing to start the vehicle in the Starting chapter. 64 PULL Remote luggage compartment control Pull the control located on the left of the driver seat to open the luggage compartment.
Owner's Manual
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... DEF SIDE 1-2 EJECT Automatic arming The system is an engine immobilization system. Keys Your vehicle is supplied with 2.5 litre engines. This system is used to start your vehicle. 69 Automatic disarming Switching on the ignition disarms the system if the correct code is indicated when the control light flashes every two... seconds. Only these keys can be used . The armed status is recognized. It is an additional theft protection feature that prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key is only available with two coded keys.
... DEF SIDE 1-2 EJECT Automatic arming The system is an engine immobilization system. Keys Your vehicle is supplied with 2.5 litre engines. This system is used to start your vehicle. 69 Automatic disarming Switching on the ignition disarms the system if the correct code is indicated when the control light flashes every two... seconds. Only these keys can be used . The armed status is recognized. It is an additional theft protection feature that prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key is only available with two coded keys.
Owner's Manual
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... switched on, the control light will illuminate for approximately one minute and then repeatedly at irregular intervals, a system malfunction has occurred. To ensure a trouble-free starting of the vehicle, do not shield the keys with any metal objects. 70 Controls and features Functional check When the ignition is operating correctly. Have...
... switched on, the control light will illuminate for approximately one minute and then repeatedly at irregular intervals, a system malfunction has occurred. To ensure a trouble-free starting of the vehicle, do not shield the keys with any metal objects. 70 Controls and features Functional check When the ignition is operating correctly. Have...
Owner's Manual
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... compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Starting IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (rpm). If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the..., creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. Do not park, idle, or drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. When the engine starts, the idle rpm runs faster to idle for more than ten minutes.
... compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Starting IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (rpm). If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the..., creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. Do not park, idle, or drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. When the engine starts, the idle rpm runs faster to idle for more than ten minutes.
Owner's Manual
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OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PNL/FLR FLOOR FLR/ DEF DEF 105 Exhaust fumes can be toxic. 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). Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in other enclosed areas. Always open area for more instructions.
OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PNL/FLR FLOOR FLR/ DEF DEF 105 Exhaust fumes can be toxic. 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). Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in other enclosed areas. Always open area for more instructions.
Owner's Manual
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... any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. These fumes are harmful and could kill you smell exhaust fumes. Starting Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
... any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. These fumes are harmful and could kill you smell exhaust fumes. Starting Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
Owner's Manual
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... safety belts. Only use the accelerator pedal when you have buckled their proper usage, refer to Starting the engine in this chapter. Before starting . Make sure all Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio ...noise. This system meets all vehicle occupants have difficulty starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. Starting PREPARING TO START THE VEHICLE Engine starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2....
... safety belts. Only use the accelerator pedal when you have buckled their proper usage, refer to Starting the engine in this chapter. Before starting . Make sure all Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio ...noise. This system meets all vehicle occupants have difficulty starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. Starting PREPARING TO START THE VEHICLE Engine starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2....
Owner's Manual
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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. 108
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. 108
Owner's Manual
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Starting 3. Make sure the following lights illuminate briefly. Alternative design 109 If a light fails to start). 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. BRAKE BRAKE Alternative design CHECK ENGINE TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the safety belt warning light does not illuminate.
Starting 3. Make sure the following lights illuminate briefly. Alternative design 109 If a light fails to start). 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. BRAKE BRAKE Alternative design CHECK ENGINE TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the safety belt warning light does not illuminate.
Owner's Manual
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...attempts OR the temperature is below -12°C (10°F), depress the accelerator pedal and start position (4) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. If the engine does not start , continue to crank with the accelerator depressed about 1/4 of the way down . DO NOT... crank for a few seconds, apply the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 110 Starting STARTING THE ENGINE 1. The key will return to the start the engine while holding the accelerator pedal down and hold that position until the engine...
...attempts OR the temperature is below -12°C (10°F), depress the accelerator pedal and start position (4) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. If the engine does not start , continue to crank with the accelerator depressed about 1/4 of the way down . DO NOT... crank for a few seconds, apply the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 110 Starting STARTING THE ENGINE 1. The key will return to the start the engine while holding the accelerator pedal down and hold that position until the engine...
Owner's Manual
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For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. Using the heater for more than three hours will not harm the engine, so the heater can be plugged in a region where temperatures ... -23°C (-10°F) or below. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 111 Starting USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves...
For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. Using the heater for more than three hours will not harm the engine, so the heater can be plugged in a region where temperatures ... -23°C (-10°F) or below. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 111 Starting USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves...
Owner's Manual
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... will have full power assist. Move the gearshift lever out of P (Park). 117 However, if you choose. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 3. To operate: 1. Start the engine. 2. TRANSAXLE OPERATION Automatic transaxle (if equipped) Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle are equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that the steering effort...
... will have full power assist. Move the gearshift lever out of P (Park). 117 However, if you choose. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 3. To operate: 1. Start the engine. 2. TRANSAXLE OPERATION Automatic transaxle (if equipped) Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle are equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that the steering effort...
Owner's Manual
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... when the D (Drive) gearshift position is useful when driving through three. Driving • D (Drive) D (Drive) provides more engine braking than overdrive and is selected. When starting your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills. TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 121 The O/D OFF indicator light will illuminate in gears one through hilly terrain or...
... when the D (Drive) gearshift position is useful when driving through three. Driving • D (Drive) D (Drive) provides more engine braking than overdrive and is selected. When starting your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills. TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 121 The O/D OFF indicator light will illuminate in gears one through hilly terrain or...
Owner's Manual
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... faster than 60 km/h (38 mph) in this gear. 122 When your vehicle is in 2 (Second), it automatically starts off in the 1 (First) position. Driving • 2 (Second) Use the 2 (Second) position to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts may be made by shifting to...
... faster than 60 km/h (38 mph) in this gear. 122 When your vehicle is in 2 (Second), it automatically starts off in the 1 (First) position. Driving • 2 (Second) Use the 2 (Second) position to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts may be made by shifting to...