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NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
The cigarette lighter is located near the ashtray. You may
also have a lighter located at the rear seat air outlet.
Press the lighter all the way in and release it. It will pop
back out by itself once the element has heated for use.
Cigarette lighters can be used to provide electrical
power to accessories. See ªAccessory Power Outletsº
in the Index for more information.
Sun Visors
Swing down the visor to block out glare. It can also be
detached from the center mount and moved to the side.
The driver's sun visor is also equipped with a storage
flap that can be used for maps or toll tickets.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror
Move the sun visor down and lift the cover to see the
mirror. Move the slide switch up or down to brighten
or dim the lamp.

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4. A yes or no response must be made after each mode
is displayed in order to continue to the next mode.
Press the YES TRIP RESET button to indicate yes,
or press the NO INFO RESET button to indicate no.
Once you have indicated the mode that you want
with a yes response, FEATURE ON will appear on
the display. FEATURE OFF appears when you
indicate a no response, and the display will advance
to the next mode.
REMOTE RECALL MEMORY will appear
once a mode has been selected for lock/unlock
confirmation feature.
If you press the SKIP INFO button, the menu will
advance to the next feature available for programming.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.Remote Recall Memory (If Equipped with
Memory Personalization)
Memory settings that have been previously programmed
(climate control settings, radio preset settings, exterior
lighting choices, remote confirmation choices and
programmable automatic door lock choices) can be
recalled by using the remote keyless entry transmitter
or by placing the key in your vehicle's ignition.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1 (REMOTE RECALL MEMORY):
The previously programmed driver's seat and mirror
positions are automatically recalled when the button
with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry
transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle.
Mode 2 (KEY IN RECALL MEMORY):
The previously programmed driver's seat and mirror
positions are automatically recalled when the ignition
is turned to RUN.

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Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to enable Mode 1. The mode to which the
vehicle was programmed may have been changed since
it left the factory. To determine the mode to which the
vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a
different mode, do the following:
1. Enter feature programming following the
instructions listed previously.
2. Press the SKIP INFO button until REMOTE
RECALL MEMORY appears on the display.
3. Press YES TRIP RESET to select this feature
for programming.4. A yes or no response must be made after each mode
is displayed in order to continue to the next mode.
Press the YES TRIP RESET button to indicate yes
to turn this feature on, or press NO INFO RESET to
turn this feature off.
FEATURE ON is displayed after a yes response.
If you respond with no, FEATURE OFF is briefly
displayed. Then, KEY IN RECALL MEMORY
will appear on the display, and you will be able to
program this feature.
MIRROR TILT IN REV will appear on the display
once a mode has been selected for the remote recall
memory feature.
If you press the SKIP INFO button, the menu will
advance to the next feature available for programming.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.

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Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped with Memory)
When this feature is turned on, the passenger's side
rearview mirror will tilt downward when the transaxle
is shifted to REVERSE (R). The mirror returns to its
previously programmed position once the transaxle is
shifted out of REVERSE (R). See ªCurb View Assist
Mirrorº in the Index for more information on this feature.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1 (MIRROR TILT IN REV): Turns feature on.
Mode 2 (MIRROR TILT IN REV): Turns feature off.
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle
was programmed may have been changed since it left
the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle
is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different
mode, do the following:
1. Enter feature programming following the
instructions listed previously.
2. Press the SKIP INFO button until MIRROR
TILT IN REV appears on the display.3. Press YES TRIP RESET to select this feature
for programming.
4. A yes or no response must be made after each mode
is displayed in order to continue to the next mode.
Press the YES TRIP RESET button to indicate yes
to turn this feature on, or press NO INFO RESET to
turn this feature off.
FEATURE ON is displayed after a yes response.
If you respond with no, FEATURE OFF is
briefly displayed.
STORAGE MODE will appear on the display once
a mode has been selected for the curb view assist
mirror feature.
If you press the SKIP INFO button, the menu will
advance to the next feature available for programming.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.

3-8 Rear Window Defogger
The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass.
When the rear window defogger is turned on, the rear
window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated to
remove ice and snow from the surface of the glass.
Press this button to
turn on the rear defogger.
The system will automatically shut off after 10 minutes.
If further defogging is desired, press the button again.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals
across the defogger grid on the rear window.
NOTICE:
Don't use a razor blade or something else sharp
on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you
could cut or damage the warming grid or the
integrated rear window antenna, and the repairs
wouldn't be covered by your warranty.
Ventilation System
Your vehicle's flow-through ventilation system supplies
outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside
air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air
conditioning fan is running.
The front outlets are located in the center and at each
side of the instrument panel. You can adjust the
direction of airflow by moving the center control levers
or you can stop the airflow by moving the lever located
on each side of the outlets downward.

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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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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.
Driving at Night
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
One reason is that some drivers are likely to be
impaired
-- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision
problems, or by fatigue.

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Freeway Driving
Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,
expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest
of all roads. But they have their own special rules.
The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep
up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same
speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too
-fast or
too
-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the
left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the
freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you
drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to
check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to
blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to
the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check
your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as
necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to
the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it's slower.
Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use
your turn signal.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your
shoulder to make sure there isn't another vehicle in your
ªblindº spot.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper
lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not,
under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to
the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.

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Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as ªhighway hypnosisº?
Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it
highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever.
There is something about an easy stretch of road with the
same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road,
the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against
the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don't let it happen
to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less
than a second, and you could crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis?
First, be aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:

Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated,
with a comfortably cool interior.

Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead
and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors
and your instruments frequently.

If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest,
service or parking area and take a nap, get some
exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on
the highway as an emergency.
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from
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Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving
and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be
sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes
are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as
you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
This can help you avoid situations that require heavy
braking and sudden turns.
Passing
You'll need more passing distance up ahead when
you're towing a trailer. And, because you're a good
deal longer, you'll need to go much farther beyond
the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that
hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move
your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and,
if possible, have someone guide you.
Making Turns
NOTICE:
Making very sharp turns while trailering
could cause the trailer to come in contact with
the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged.
Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering.
When you're turning with a trailer, make wider turns than
normal. Do this so your trailer won't strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or
sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance.