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NHeadlight Dimmer Switch................62
NPassing Light.........................62
mWindshield Wipers And Washers...........63
NWindshield Washers....................63
NMist Function.........................63
NIntermittent Wiper System................63
NLo Speed Wipers.......................64
NHi Speed Wipers.......................64
mTilt Steering Column.....................64
mElectronic Speed Control Ð If Equipped......65
NTo Activate...........................65NTo Set At A Desired Speed................66
NTo Deactivate.........................66
NTo Resume Speed......................66
NTo Vary The Speed Setting................66
NManual Transaxle......................67
NTo Accelerate For Passing................67
mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped.............68
NSunroof Maintenance....................69
NWind Buffeting........................69
mConsole Features.......................69
NAsh Receiver And Cigar Lighter............70
50 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch
on the control lever. The lever is located on the
right side of the steering column. Move the con-
trol lever up to select the desired wiper speed.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and
hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in
the delay range, the wiper will operate in low speed for
two wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then
resume the intermittent interval previously selected.If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers
will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.
CAUTION!
²In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch
and allow the wipers to return to the park position
before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch
is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield,
damage to the wiper motor may occur when the
vehicle is restarted.
Mist Function
Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single
wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from
a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the
wipers will continue to operate.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions
make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-
tween cycles, desirable. Move the lever to the first detent
(DEL) position, then select the delay interval by turning
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the end of the lever. Rotate the knob upward (clockwise)
to decrease the delay time and downward (counterclock-
wise) to increase the delay time. The delay can be
regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds
between cycles, to a cycle every second.
Lo Speed Wipers
Move the wiper stalk upward to the 2nd detent to obtain
a low speed wiper function.
Hi Speed Wipers
Move the wiper stalk upward to the 3rd position to
obtain the fastest wiper speed.
TILT STEERING COLUMN
To tilt the column, push down on the lever below the turn
signal control and move the wheel up or down, as
desired. Pull the lever back towards you to lock the
column firmly in place.
64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

All Transaxles
CAUTION!
If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the
ignition switch must be in the OFF position, not in
the LOCK or ACCESSORY positions.
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed
(wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON
position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the
transaxle remains in NEUTRAL.
Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be
used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised.
Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam-
age to the vehicle.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle, it
may be towed at any legal highway speed, for any
distance, if the transaxle is in neutral.
If the ignition key is not available, vehicles with auto-
matic transaxles can not be flat towed at any time.
162 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid types.
Front Suspension Ball Joints
There are two front suspension lower ball joints that are
permanently lubricated. Inspect these ball joints when-
ever under-vehicle service is done. Damaged seals
should be replaced to prevent leakage or grease contami-
nation.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, trunk and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non abrasive cleaner, or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt or road film and help
reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. Make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to
avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
178 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Gauge.............................. 81
Light............................... 81
Octane Rating........................ 141
Tank Capacity........................ 200
Fuel System Caution.................... 144
Fuses................................ 195
GasCap .............................. 145
Gasoline............................. 200
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 142
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 142
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 82
Fuel................................ 81
Tachometer.......................... 79
Gearshift............................. 117
General Information...................... 13
Glass Cleaning......................... 194
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 152
Head Restraints......................... 57
Headlights............................. 61
Bulb Replacement..................... 197Cleaning............................ 193
High Beam........................... 79
Switch.............................. 61
Heater............................... 102
Hood Prop............................ 59
Hood Release.......................... 58
Hoses............................... 184
Ignition
Key ................................. 9
Wiring System....................... 174
Immobilizer.......................... 11,21
Infant Restraint......................... 40
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 51
Instrument Cluster................75,76,77,78
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 74
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 194
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 194
Interior Appearance Care................. 193
Interior Fuses.......................... 195
Interior Lights.......................... 60
Intermittent Wipers...................... 63
Introduction............................ 4
234 INDEX

Windows
Power.............................. 23
Windshield Washer Aiming............... 179
Windshield Washers..................... 63
Fluid.............................. 179
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 178
Windshield Wipers...................... 63
Wiper Blade Replacement................. 179
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 63
Wiring, Ignition........................ 174
INDEX 241
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