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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
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-4 Door Locks
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-6 Memory (Option)
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-7 Remote Function Actuation System
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-14 Remote Hatch/Trunk Lid Release
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-17 Universal Theft-Deterrent (Option)
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-19 PASS-Key

2-20 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
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-21 Ignition Positions
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-23 Starting Your Engine
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-25 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
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-27 Automatic Transmission Operation
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-30 Manual Transmission Operation
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-34 Parking Brake
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-35 Shifting Into PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission Only)
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-37 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission)
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-37 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)2
-38 Parking Over Things That Burn
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-38 Engine Exhaust
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-39 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
(Automatic Transmission)
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-39 Limited-Slip Rear Axle
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-40 Selective Real Time Damping (SRTD) (Option)
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-41 Windows
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-43 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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-51 Exterior Lamps
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-53 Interior Lamps
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-54 Mirrors
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-56 Storage Compartments
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-61 Roof Panel (Option)
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-68 Convertible Top (Option)
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-74 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
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-77 Warning Lights, Gages and Messages
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-92 Driver Information Center (DIC)

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Memory (Option)
MEMORY can store and recall the settings for the
driver's seat position, the outside rearview mirror
positions, comfort control temperature, fan speed and
mode settings, telescopic steering wheel (if equipped),
radio presets, tone, volume, playback mode
(AM/FM, tape or CD), last displayed station,
compact disc position and tape direction.
The MEMORY buttons are located on the driver's side
door, above the power mirror controls. The MEMORY
buttons can store and recall settings for up to three drivers.Use button ª1º to store the settings for the first driver, button
ª2º for a second driver or press buttons 1 and 2 at the same
time for a third driver. To store your memory settings:
1. Adjust your settings for the driver's seat position,
outside rearview mirror positions, comfort control
temperature, fan speed, mode settings and telescopic
steering wheel (if equipped).
2. Press and hold a MEMORY button. The light above
the MEMORY button will glow steady for one
second and then flash once when the settings are
complete. Then the light will go off.
3. Set the radio presets, tone, volume, playback mode
(AM/FM, tape or CD), tape direction and compact
disc position.
Your memory settings are now programmed. Any
changes that are made to the audio system while driving
are automatically stored.
When first entering your vehicle, after pressing the
UNLOCK button on your key fob transmitter or a
MEMORY button, a recall of your settings will occur
when the ignition key is inserted. As the memory
settings are recalled, the light above the button will flash
until the correct settings are achieved, then glow for five
seconds when complete.

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A memory recall can be stopped by pressing any memory
seat, mirror or steering column position button.
Drivers 1, 2 and 3 correspond to the order in which your
key fob transmitters were programmed. (See ªFob
Trainingº in the Index.)
Memory recall will not work if the vehicle is moving,
the key is removed from the ignition, the driver's door is
open, a power seat, mirror or memory switch is being
used. Memory recall will be temporarily interrupted
during engine crank.
Remote Function Actuation System
Your vehicle has a passive/active Remote Function
Actuation (RFA) system that allows you to lock and
unlock your doors, unlock your hatch/trunk lid, turn
the panic alarm on and off and disarm or arm your
theft
-deterrent system. When using one of the key fob
transmitters supplied with your vehicle, the passive
range distance is as much as 30 feet (9 m) away from the
vehicle on the driver's side and 20 feet (6 m) away on
the passenger's side. The active range distance is as
much as 100 feet (30 m) away.
Your vehicle comes
standard with two
transmitters, and up to
three can be matched to
your vehicle.
See ªMatching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicleº later in
this section.
Your RFA system operates on a radio frequency subject
to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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Reading Lamps
Your inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps.
The lamps will go on when a door is opened. When the
doors are closed, each lamp can be turned on
individually by pressing the switch (each lamp has its
own switch).
There is also an interior console flood lamp located
underneath the rearview mirror which comes on with the
headlamps or parking lamps.
Inadvertent Load Control
Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from
draining the battery in case the underhood lamp, vanity
mirror lamps, cargo lamps, reading lamps, console or
glove box lamps are accidentally left on. If you leave
any of these lamps on, they will automatically time out
after 15 minutes. To reset it, all of the above lamps must
be turned off or the ignition key must be in ON.
Mirrors
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
An inside rearview mirror is attached above the
windshield. The mirror has pivots so that you can
adjust it.
You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving. Pull
the tab for night driving to reduce glare. Push the tab for
daytime driving.

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The electric mirror control is on the driver's door. It
controls the driver's and passenger's mirrors. To adjust
either mirror, press the LT (left) or RT (right) button to
select the mirror, then press the arrows to adjust the
direction of the mirror. The selected mirror will stay on
for 20 seconds after the last adjustment. An indicator
light will come on above the mirror that you select.
Your preferred mirror position can be stored if you have
the memory option. See ªMemoryº in the Index.
For operation of the heated outside mirrors, see ªRear
Window Defoggerº in the Index.

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Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the
driver's seat.
CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
Storage Compartments
Instrument Panel Cupholder
The cupholder is located on the center console in front of
the ashtray. To open it, place your thumb on the left side
of the lid and raise the right side with your index finger.
Center Console Storage
To use this storage area, pull up the lid on the driver's
side front edge of the console and swing it to the
passenger's side.
You can use the key to lock and unlock the console.
Don't leave the key in the lock, or it could be damaged
when the driver sits down.
The fuel fill door release button and accessory power
outlet are located inside the center console.

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Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also swing them to the side.
Visor Vanity Mirrors
Pull down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the
vanity mirror.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors (Option)
Pull down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the
lighted vanity mirror. When the cover is lifted, the lamps
will come on automatically, even if the ignition is off.
Accessory Power Outlet
The accessory power outlet is located inside the center
console storage compartment, on the forward left
-hand
side. Remove the tethered cap to use the outlet. The
outlet can be used to connect electrical equipment such
as a cellular phone or CB radio. Be sure to follow the
installation instructions included with the equipment.
Replace the cap when the accessory power outlet is not
in use.
NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlet:

The maximum load of any electrical
equipment should not exceed 15 amps.

Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment
when not in use. Leaving electrical
equipment on for extended periods can
drain the battery.
We recommend that you see a qualified technician or your
dealer for the proper installation of your equipment.
Floor Mats (Option)
Your vehicle's floor mats are specially designed to
remain in position under your feet and out of reach of
the accelerator pedal. The driver's side floor mat is held
in place by two locator hooks and the passenger's side is
held in place by one.
Be sure that the driver's side floor mat is properly
placed on the floor so that it does not block the
movement of the accelerator pedal.

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The air conditioning removes moisture from the air, so
you may notice water dripping from under the vehicle
when it is idling or after it has been turned off.
This is normal.
Heating
The heater works best if you keep the windows closed.
Maximum heating will occur when airflow direction is
in the lower mode and the temperature control knob
(on a manual climate control system) is all the way in
the red area. These settings will be selected by the
Automatic Electronic Dual Climate Control System if
operating in AUTO when maximum heating is required.
The BI
-LEVEL setting is designed for use on sunny
days when the air is only moderately warm or cool.
On days like these, the sun may adequately warm your
upper body, but your lower body may not be warm
enough. The BI
-LEVEL setting will direct cooler
airflow to your upper body and warmer air to the
floor area.
If you have the optional engine coolant heater and use it
during cold weather 0
F (
-18
C) or lower, the heating
system will provide heat more quickly because the
coolant is already warmed. See ªEngine Coolant Heaterº
in the Index.
Defogging and Defrosting
To rapidly defrost the windshield, the FRONT defrost
mode (Automatic Electronic Dual Climate Control
System) or defrost mode (manual control system)
should be used and the fan speed should be adjusted to
the highest speed. With the manual control system, turn
the temperature control knob all the way to the red area.
To keep the windshield clear and provide heated air to
the floor area of the vehicle, use the DEFOG setting.
Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger
vents located near the side rearview mirrors.
Rear Window Defogger
REAR: This button turns the rear defogger and the
optional heated outside mirrors on. The light on the
button will come on when operating. The system
automatically shuts off after approximately 10 minutes.
If further defogging is desired, press the button again
and it will operate for about five more minutes.
The rear window defogger operates only when the
engine is running.

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Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass
while you're awaiting an opportunity. For one thing,
following too closely reduces your area of vision,
especially if you're following a larger vehicle. Also,
you won't have adequate space if the vehicle ahead
suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a
reasonable distance.

When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up,
start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don't
get too close. Time your move so you will be
increasing speed as the time comes to move into the
other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a
ªrunning startº that more than makes up for the
distance you would lose by dropping back. And if
something happens to cause you to cancel your pass,
you need only slow down and drop back again and
wait for another opportunity.

If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait
your turn. But take care that someone isn't trying to
pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle.
Remember to glance over your shoulder and check
the blind spot.
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and
start your left lane change signal before moving out
of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough
ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your
inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal
and move back into the right lane. (Remember that
your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you
just passed may seem to be farther away from you
than it really is.)

Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time
on two
-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the
next vehicle.

Don't overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly.
Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may
be slowing down or starting to turn.

If you're being passed, make it easy for the
following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you
can ease a little to the right.

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Loss of Control
Let's review what driving experts say about what
happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering
and acceleration) don't have enough friction where the
tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked.
In any emergency, don't give up. Keep trying to
steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of
less danger.
Skidding
In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable
care suited to existing conditions, and by not
ªoverdrivingº those conditions. But skids are
always possible.
The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's
three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels
aren't rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too
much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and
lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too
much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off
the accelerator pedal.
Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid
only the acceleration skid.If your TCS system is off, then an acceleration skid
is also best handled by easing your foot off the
accelerator pedal.
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the
accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the
vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your
vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a
second skid if it occurs.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice,
gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you'll
want to slow down and adjust your driving to these
conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery
surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and
vehicle control more limited.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try
your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or
braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower
gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide.
You may not realize the surface is slippery until your
vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning
clues
-- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on
the road to make a ªmirrored surfaceº
-- and slow
down when you have any doubt.
Remember: Any anti
-lock brake system (ABS) helps
avoid only the braking skid.