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The three-flash turn signal function can
be turned on or off using the
personalization function in the radio.
Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS) — If
Equipped
This system directs the main headlight
beams and adapts it to the driving
conditions around bends and turns,
continuously and automatically.
The system directs the headlight beam
to illuminate the road in the best way,
taking into account the speed of the
vehicle, the bend or corner angle and
the speed of steering.
The Adaptive Front Lighting System is
automatically activated when the
vehicle is started.
Leaving Home Light
System
The Leaving Home Light System turns
the headlights on when the unlock
button on the key fob is pushed while
away from the vehicle.
Activation
With the ignition switch in the OFF
position, and the headlight switch is in
the
or position, the
headlights will illuminate when the
unlock button on the key fob is pushed,
and the vehicle receives the signal.
The headlights turn off after
30 seconds. The following lights turn on when the
Leaving Home Light System is
operated: low beams/parking lights/tail
lights/license plate lights.
Operation of the Leaving Home Light
System can be turned on or off through
the Connect system.
When the lock button on the key fob
is pushed, and the vehicle receives the
signal, the headlights turn off.
When the headlight switch is in a
position other than
or ,the
headlights turn off.
Headlamp Leveling
System — If Equipped
On some models, the angle of the
headlights will be automatically adjusted
when turning on the headlights.
Adjusting The Headlight
When Abroad
Dipped headlights are adjusted for
driving in the country where the vehicle
was originally purchased.
When travelling in countries with
opposite driving direction, to avoid
flashing the drivers on the other side of
the road, you need to cover areas of
the headlight. For this operation contact
an authorized dealer. WINDSHIELD
WIPERS / WASHER Windshield Wipers And
Washer
The windshield wiper/washer lever is
located on the right side of the steering
wheel. The ignition must be in the ON
position to use these features.
Windshield Wipers
Activate the windshield wipers by
pushing the wiper lever up or down.
With Intermittent Wiper
Set the lever to the intermittent position
and choose the interval timing by
rotating the center switch.
Switch positions:
or MIST : operation while
pushing the lever upward
OFF : stop
--- or INT : intermittent operation
— or LO : low speed operation
= or HI : high speed operation
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Controls
1 – Temperature Control Knob
This dial controls the interior
temperature of the vehicle.
Turn it clockwise for hotter
temperatures and counterclockwise for
colder temperatures.
MAX A/C – If Equipped : When the
Mode Selector Knob is set to
or ,
the Blower Control Knob is in a position
other than 0, and the temperature
control knob is in the maximum cold
position, the Recirculation Button will
activate and the A/C will turn on
automatically. If A/C is not desired,
press the A/C Button to turn it off.
2 – Blower Control Knob
The blower has seven speeds. Turn the
knob clockwise to increase blower
speed or counterclockwise to decrease
blower speed.
3 – Mode Selector Knob
Turn the Mode Selector Knob to select
the air flow mode.
The mode selector dial can be set at
the intermediate positions ( ● ) between
each mode.
Set the knob to an intermediate
position if you want to split the air flow
between the two modes.
For example, when the Mode Selector
Knob is at the intermediate position ( ● )
between the
and positions, air flow from the floor vents is less than
that of the
position.
4 – Rear Window Defrost Button
The Rear Window Defrost Button clears
fog and frost from the rear window. The
ignition must be on to use the defroster.
Push the button to turn on the Rear
Window Defroster. The Rear Window
Defroster operates for about
15 minutes and then turns off
automatically. The button LED will
illuminate when the defroster is
operating.
To turn off the Rear Window Defroster
before the end of 15 minutes, push the
button again.
Caution!Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments,
or abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window. Note:
Before opening the convertible top,
make sure the Rear Window Defrost
Button is turned off. Otherwise, the
heat generated from the defroster
could damage the convertible top and
the internal material.
This defroster is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defroster.
Mirror Defroster — If Equipped :To
turn on the mirror defroster, turn the
ignition ON and push the Rear Window
Defroster Button.
5 – Air Recirculation Button
Push the Air Recirculation Button to
select between outside air and
recirculated air positions.
Recirculated Air Position : (LED on)
Outside air is shut off when this position
has been activated. Use this position
when going through tunnels, driving in
congested traffic (high engine exhaust
areas), or when quick cooling of the
vehicle is desired.
Outside Air Position : (LED off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.
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Note: Do not use the Outside Air
Position in cold or rainy weather is
dangerous as it will cause the windows
to fog up. Your vision will be hampered,
which could lead to a serious accident.
6 – A/C Button
Push the A/C Button to turn on the air
conditioner.
The LED on the switch will illuminate
when the Blower Control Knob is in any
position except the OFF position.
Push the button again to turn off the air
conditioner.
Note: The air conditioner may not
function when the outside temperature
approaches 32 °F (0 °C).
Heating
Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to the
position.
2. Set the Air Recirculation Button to
the outside air position.
3. Set the Temperature Control Dial to
the hot position.
4. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed. 5. If dehumidified heating is desired,
turn on the air conditioner.
If the windshield fogs up easily, set the
Mode Selector Knob to the
position.
If cooler air is desired at face level, set
the Mode Selector Knob to the
position and adjust the Temperature
Control Knob to maintain comfort.
The floor vents will blow warmer air
while the side air vents will blow cooler
air (except when the temperature
control dial is set at the maximum hot
or cold position).
Cooling (With Air
Conditioner)
Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to the
position.
2. Set the Temperature Control Knob
to the cold position.
3. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.
4. Turn on the air conditioner by
pushing the A/C Button.
5. After cooling begins, adjust the
Blower Control Knob and Temperature
Control Knob as needed to maintain
comfort. Note:
If the air conditioner is used while
driving up large hills or in heavy traffic,
monitor the Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light to see if it
is illuminated or flashing. The air
conditioner may cause engine
overheating in these situations. If the
warning light is illuminated or flashing,
turn the air conditioning off
immediately.
When maximum cooling is desired,
set the Temperature Control Knob to
the extreme cold position, push the Air
Recirculation Button to activate the
recirculated air position, and then turn
the fan control dial fully clockwise.
If warmer air is desired at floor level,
set the Mode Selector Knob to the
position, and adjust the
Temperature Control Knob to maintain
comfort.
The floor vents will blow warmer air
while the side air vents will blow cooler
air (except when the temperature
control dial is set at the maximum hot
or cold position).
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Ventilation
Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to the
position.
2. Set the Air Recirculation Button to
the outside air position.
3. Set the Temperature Control Knob
to the desired position.
4. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.
Windshield Defrosting
And Defogging
Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to the
Front Defrost
position.
2. Set the Temperature Control Knob to
the desired position.
3. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.
4. If dehumidified heating is desired,
turn on the air conditioner. Warning!Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (Front
Defrost position). Using the Front Defrost
position with the temperature control set to
the cold position is dangerous as it will
cause the outside of the windshield to fog
up. Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident.
Note:
For maximum defrosting, turn on
the air conditioner, set the Temperature
Control Knob to the extreme hot
position, and turn the Blower Control
Knob fully clockwise.
If warm air is desired from the floor
vents, set the Mode Selector Knob to
the position.
If equipped with MAX A/C, the
Recirculation Button can be set to the
Recirculated Air position, when the
Blower Control Knob is ON, and the
Mode Selector Knob is set to the Front
Defrost position. Dehumidifying (With Air
Conditioner)
Operate the air conditioner in cool or
cold weather to help defog the
windshield and side windows.
Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to the
desired position.
2. Set the Air Recirculation Knob to the
outside air position.
3. Set the Temperature Control Knob
to the desired position.
4. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.
5. Turn on the air conditioner by
pressing the A/C Button.
Note: One of the functions of the air
conditioner is dehumidifying the air. To
use this function, the temperature does
not have to be set to cold. Set the
Temperature Control Knob to the
desired position (hot or cold), and turn
on the air conditioner to dehumidify the
cabin air.
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Controls
1 – Temperature Control Knob
This knob controls internal temperature
of the vehicle. Turn it clockwise for
hotter temperatures and
counterclockwise for colder
temperatures.
2 – Blower Control Knob
The fan has seven speeds. Turn the
clockwise to increase blower speed or
counterclockwise to decrease blower
speed/enter Auto mode.
AUTO Position : The blower speed is
automatically controlled by the system
based upon the set temperature.
0 Position : To turn off the system, set
the dial to 0 position.
3 – Mode Selector Knob
Turn the Mode Selector Knob to select
the air flow mode.
AUTO Position : The air flow
automatically adjusts based upon the
selected temperature. Note:
With the air flow mode set to the
position, and the Temperature
Control Knob is set to a medium
temperature, the floor vents will blow
warmer air, and the center and side air
vents will blow cooler air.
When the Blower Control Knob is
on, and the Mode Selector Knob is in
the
position, the air conditioner is
automatically turned on, and the Air
Recirculation Button is automatically
set to the outside air position for
windshield defrosting.
4 – Rear Window Defrost Button
The Rear Window Defroster clears fog
and frost from the rear window. The
ignition must be switched ON to use
the defroster.
Push the button to turn on the Rear
Window Defroster.
The Rear Window Defroster operates
for about 15 minutes, and then turns off
automatically.
The button LED will illuminate when the
defroster is operating.
To turn off the Rear Window Defroster
before the end of 15 minutes, push the
switch again. Caution!Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Before opening the convertible top,
make sure the Rear Window Defrost Button
is turned OFF. Otherwise, the heat
generated from the defroster could
damage the convertible top and the internal
material.
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments,
or abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
Note: This defroster is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defroster.
Mirror Defroster — If Equipped :To
turn on the mirror defroster, switch the
ignition on and push the Rear Window
Defroster Button.
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Sunlight/Temperature
Sensor
The air conditioning system measures
inside and outside temperatures, and
sunlight.
It then sets temperatures inside the
cabin accordingly.
Note: Do not obstruct either sensor.
Otherwise, the air-conditioning system
will not operate properly. POWER WINDOWS Power Window Controls
The ignition must be placed in the ON
position for the power windows to
operate.
A power window may no longer
open/close if you continue to push the
switch after opening/closing the power
window.
If the power window does not
open/close, wait a moment and then
operate the switch again.
Note: To prevent burning out the fuse
and damaging the power window
system, do not open or close both
windows at once.
The passenger window can be
operated with each door switch when
the power window lock switch on the
driver's door is in the unlocked position.
Passenger Control Switches
The passenger window can also be
operated using the master control
switches on the driver's door.06010904333003
Exterior Sensor
1 — Sunlight Sensor 06010904-121-002AB
Interior Sensor
2 — Interior Temperature Sensor
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Auto-Opening Power Windows
To fully open the window automatically
push the switch completely down. To
stop the window partway pull or push
the switch in the opposite direction and
then release it. The power window
cannot be fully closed while the door is
open.
Power Window System Initialization
Procedure
If the battery was disconnected during
vehicle maintenance, or for other
reasons (such as a switch continues to
be operated after the window is
open/closed), the window will not fully
open automatically.
Resetting of the automatic function can
be performed using the master control
switches or each passenger door
switch.
The power window auto function reset
procedure can be done on both door
switches. The power window auto
function will only resume on the power
window that has been reset:
1. Close the doors and the convertible
top.
2. Place the ignition in the ON position.
3. Make sure that the power window
lock switch located on the driver's door
is not depressed.
4. Push the switch and fully open the
window. 5. Pull up the switch to fully close the
window and continue holding the
switch for about two seconds after the
window fully closed.
6. Repeat steps four and five for the
passenger power window while seated
in the passenger seat.
7. Make sure that the power windows
operate correctly using the door
switches.
After the system has been re-initialized,
passenger window can be fully opened
automatically using the master control
switches. If the automatic power
window operation does not operate
normally while the doors or convertible
top are opened/closed, reset it using
the above procedures.
Engine-Off Power Window
Operation
The power window can be operated for
about 40 seconds after the ignition has
been cycled from ON to the OFF
position with both doors closed. If any
door is opened, the power window will
stop operating.
For engine-off operation of the power
window, the switch must be held up
firmly throughout window closure
because the auto-closing function will
be inoperable.04070103-LN2-002
Power Window Switches
1 — Driver's Window
2 — Passenger's Window 04070103-L12-001
Power Window Switch Function
1 — Closing-Lightly Pull The Switch Up
2 — Opening-Lightly Hold The Switch
Down
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Warning!Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle, and do not let children play with
power windows. Do not leave the key fob
in or near the vehicle, or in a location
accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with the
Keyless Entry System in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly
unattended children, can become
entrapped by the windows while operating
the power window switches. Such
entrapment may result in serious injury or
death.
Power Window Lock
Switch
This feature prevents the passengers
power window from operating. Keep
this switch in the locked position while
children are in the vehicle.
1. Locked Position (Button
Pushed) : only the driver's power
window can be operated.
2. Unlocked Position (Button Not
Pushed) : both power windows on
each door can be operated. Note: When the power window lock
switch is in the locked position, the light
on the passenger power window switch
turns off. The light may be difficult to
see depending on the surrounding
brightness. HOMELINK — IF
EQUIPPED General Information
The HomeLink system replaces up to
three hand-held transmitters with a single
built-in component in the auto-dimming
mirror. Pushing the HomeLink button on
the auto-dimming mirror activates garage
doors, gates and other devices
surrounding your home.
Note: HomeLink and HomeLink house
icon are registered trademarks of
Gentex Corporation.
Warning! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not run
your vehicle in the garage while
programming the transceiver. Exhaust gas
can cause serious injury or death.
Your motorized door or gate will open and
close while you are programming the universal
transceiver. Do not program the transceiver if
people, pets or other objects are in the path of
the door or gate. Only use this transceiver
with a garage door opener that has a “stop
and reverse” feature as required by Federal
safety standards. This includes most garage
door opener models manufactured after 1982.
Do not use a garage door opener without
these safety features. Call toll-free
1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at
HomeLink.com
for safety information or
assistance. 04070104-L12-001
Power Window Lockout Switch
1 — Locked Position
2 — Unlocked Position
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Seat Side Compartment
The seat side compartment is located
between the seats above the
cupholders.
To open, push the release handle down
to open the seat side compartment. Insert the emergency key in the lock
and turn it clockwise to lock, counter
clockwise to unlock.
Note: When using the rear console
cup holders, remove any cups before
opening the seat side compartment. If
the seat side compartment is opened
with a cup present, the lid will hit the
cups and may cause the contents to
spill.
Back Trim Storage Compartment
Small items can be stored in the back
trim storage compartment which is
located behind the seats. To use the back trim storage
compartment, slide the seat all the way
forward and fold the seat back forward,
then open the compartment.
When finished, close the compartment
and return the seat to its original
position and secure it.
After returning the seat to its original
position, make sure the seat is secured
by attempting to lightly move it forward
and rearward.
Caution!Do not forcefully push objects into the rear
storage compartment. Otherwise, the box
could be damaged.
Sun Visors
The sun visors are located at the sides
of the interior rear view mirror. They can
be adjusted forward toward the
windshield, and sideways toward the
side windows, to block sunlight.06040706-12A-001AB
Center Console Lid 06040717-121-001AB
Seat Side Compartment
1 — Release Handle
2 — Key Hole 06040718-12A-002AB
Back Trim Storage Compartment
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Vanity Mirrors
To access the vanity mirror, fold the sun
visor down and lift the cover toward the
seats.
Interior Lights
Overhead Light
The interior light is located in the
headliner in between the sun visors.
The interior light can be set to three
different positions. Light switch positions:
On : Light is on at all times.
Door : Light is on when any door is
open. Light is on or off when the
illuminated entry system is on.
Off : Light is off at all times.
Trunk Light
The trunk light comes on when the lid is
open and turns off when closed. Note: To prevent the battery from
being discharged, do not leave the
trunk open for a long period when the
engine is not running.
Illuminated Entry System
The overhead light turns on when any
of the following operations occurs with
the overhead light switch in the door
position and the ignition switched OFF:
Turns on for about 30 seconds when
the driver's door is unlocked.
Turns on for about 15 seconds when
a door is opened while a key fob is left
in the vehicle and then the door is
closed.
Turns on for about five seconds
when a door is opened from the outside
with a key fob being carried and then
the door is closed.06040100-L12-001AB
Sun Visor 06040200-12A-002AB
Overhead Light Switch
1—On
2 — Door
3—Off 06040200-T12-003
Trunk Light Location
1 — Trunk Light Switch
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