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Your Vehicle At A Glance2-2Interior and Exterior Overview
Headrest
Seat
Spare tire
Tail-lights
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Fuel filler lid Rear door child
safety lock Shift lever
(Automatic) DoorOutside
rearview mirror
Air bags
4 Door
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Headrest
Seat
Spare tire
Lights
Fuel filler lid Rear door child
safety lock Shift lever
(Automatic) DoorOutside
rearview mirror
Air bagsAntenna
5 Door
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Lumbar Support (Drive’s seat only)
You can adjust the lumbar support by moving the lever
on the side of the driver’s seatback. Pivoting the lever
toward the front of the vehicle increases the lumbar
support. Pivoting the lever toward the rear of the vehi-
cle decreases the lumbar support.
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Knowing Your VehicleAdjusting the Height of Driver’s Seat Cushion
(Driver’s side-If Equipped)
To change the height of the seat cushion, rotate the
knob located on the outside of the seat cushion.
To lower the seat cushion, rotate the knob toward
the front of the vehicle.
To raise the seat cushion, rotate the knob toward the
rear of the vehicle.
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WARNING
To drive properly, adjust the driver’s seat and
its headrest before starting. After doing so, you
should adjust the day/night rearview mirror
and the outside rearview mirror.
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-62Steering WheelHornTo sound the horn, press the horn symbol on your
steering wheel. Check the horn regularly to be sure it
operates properly.
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AIR BAG
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MirrorsOutside Rearview MirrorYour vehicle is equipped with both left-hand and right-
hand outside rearview mirrors. The mirrors can be
adjusted from the vehicle interior with remote control
levers, or a remote control switch, depending on the
type of control fitted. The mirror heads can be folded
rearward to prevent damage when using on automatic
car wash.
CAUTION
The right outside rearview mirror is convex.
Objects seen in the mirror are closer than they
appear.
When changing lanes, use your interior
rearview mirror or direct observation to deter-
mine the actual distance of following vehicles
behind you.
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3-63 Outside Rearview Mirror Manual Remote
Control (If Equipped)
To adjust an outside mirror, move the control lever which
is located at the forward inside area of the window frame.
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NOTICE
Do not scrape ice off the mirror face; this may
damage the surface of the glass. If ice should
restrict movement of the mirror, do not force the
mirror to adjust it.
To remove ice, use a de-icer spray, or a sponge or
soft cloth with very warm water.
Outside Rearview Mirror Electric Remote
Control (If Equipped)This switch controls the adjustments for both right and
left outside mirrors. To adjust the position of either
mirror:
1. Move the selector switch to the right or left to acti-
vate the adjusting mechanism for the corresponding
mirror.
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Mirror adjustment
controlMirror selector
switch
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-64Outside Rearview Mirror Heater (If Equipped)
The outside rearview mirror heater is actuated in con-
juction with the rear window defroster. To heat the out-
side rearview mirror glass, push in the switch for the
rear window defroster. The rearview mirror glass will
be heated for defrosting or defogging and will provide
improved rear visibility during inclement weather.
Push the switch again to turn the heater off. The out-
side rearview mirror heater automatically turns itself
off after 20 minutes.
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2. Adjust the mirror angle by depressing the mirror
adjustment control switch in the desired direction.
✻ ✻
NOTICE
The mirrors stop moving when they reach the
maximum adjusting angles, but the motor contin-
ues to operate while the switch is depressed. Do
not depress the switch longer than necessary or
the motor may be damaged.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-44 Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)To use the vanity mirror, rotate the sunvisor downward,
then pull up the mirror cover.
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Climate Control SystemControlsTemperature Control Knob
The temperature control knob (A) is the round knob
closest to the driver’s side of the climate control panel.
To change the air temperature in the vehicle, turn the
knob either clockwise for warm air or counterclockwise
for cooler air.
A
D
EBC
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To defrost outside windshield
1. Set the mode selection knob to the position.
When you select position, the system automati-
cally turns on the outside (fresh) air mode.
2. Set the temperature control knob to the extreme
right/hot position
3. Set the fan speed control knob to the “3” or “4”
position.
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2
3
For maximum defrosting, set the temperature con-
trol knob to the extreme right/hot position and the
fan speed control knob to the highest speed.
If warm air to the floor is desired while defrosting
or defogging, set the mode selection knob to the
position.
Before driving, clear all snow and ice from the
windshield, rear window, outside rear view mirrors,
and all side windows.
Clear all snow and ice from the hood and the air
inlet in the cowl grille to improve heater and
defroster efficiency and to reduce the probability of
fogging on the inside of the windshield.
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Operating Precautions for Catalytic ConvertersYour vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter
emission control device.
Therefore, the following precautions must be observed:
Use only UNLEADED FUEL.
Do not park the vehicle over or near flammable
objects, such as dry grass, paper, leaves, etc. Under
certain conditions, they could be ignited by a hot
exhaust system.
Do not operate the vehicle when there are signs of
engine malfunction, such as misfire or a noticeable
loss of performance.
Do not misuse or abuse the engine. Examples of
misuse are coasting with the ignition off and
descending steep grades in gear with the ignition
off.
Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for
extended periods (5 minutes or more). Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine
or emission control system. All inspections and
adjustments must be made by a qualified technician.
Failure to observe the above precautions could result in
damage to the catalytic converter and to your vehicle
and could void your warranties.
Before DrivingBefore entering vehicle:
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and
outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you
intend to back up.
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Necessary InspectionsFluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant,
brake/clutch fluid, and washer fluid should be checked
on a regular basis, with the exact interval depending on
the fluid. Further details are provided in Maintenance,
Section 7.Before Starting Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are easily
reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake
warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are familiar with your
vehicle and its equipment.
Drunk DrivingDrinking and driving is dangerous. Drunk driving is
the number one contributor to the highway death toll
each year. Alcohol impairs a driver’s judgment, vision
and muscular coordination. Even a small amount of
alcohol will affect a driver’s reflexes, perceptions and
judgment.
Please don’t drink and drive, or ride with a driver who
has been drinking. Choose a designated driver if you’re
with a group, or if you’re alone, call a cab.Drugs and DrivingDriving while under the influence of drugs is as
dangerous or more dangerous than driving under the
influence of alcohol, depending on the drug(s) used
and the quantity consumed. Don’t take drugs and drive.
If you are taking a prescription medicine, check with
your doctor or pharmacist regarding whether you may
operate a motor vehicle.
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