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[ST11105(ALL)03/95]
For best results, plug the heater in at least three
hours before you start your vehicle. Using the
heater for longer than three hours will not
damage the engine, so you can plug it in at
night to start your vehicle the following
morning.
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[ST11110(ALL)03/95]
If the Engine Cranks but Does
Not Start or Does Not Start After
a Collision
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[ST11120(ALL)07/95]
The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
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[ST11130(ALL)07/95]
If the engine cranks but does not start or does
not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off
switch may have been triggered. The shut-off
switch is a device intended to stop the fuel
pump when your vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
[ST11140(ALL)03/95]
Once the shut-off switch is triggered, you must
reset the switch by hand before you can start
your vehicle. The fuel pump shut-off switch is
located behind the right rear trim panel in the
trunk. You can reach the switch to reset it
through the access hole.
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half page art:0070153-BLocation of the fuel pump shut-off switch (location on
wagon similar)
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[ST11170(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the
switch or try to start your vehicle. Have
all the passengers get out of the vehicle
and call the local fire department or a
towing service.
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[ST11180(ALL)03/95]
If your engine cranks but does not start after a
collision or substantial jolt:
[ST11190(ALL)03/95]
1. Turn the key in the ignition to LOCK.
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[ST11200(ALL)03/95]
2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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[ST11210(ALL)03/95]
3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red
reset button down. If the button is already
set, you may have a different mechanical
problem.
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4. Turn the ignition key ON for a few seconds,
then turn it to LOCK.
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[ST11230(ALL)03/95]
5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking
fuel.If you see or smell fuel, do not start
your vehicle again.If you do not see or
smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle
again.
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[ST12300(ALL)05/95]
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
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[ST12400(ALL)02/95]
Carbon monoxide, although colorless and
odorless, is present in exhaust fumes. Take
precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
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[ST12500(ALL)07/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed
garage or other enclosed area. Never sit in
a stopped vehicle for more than a short
period of time with the engine running.
Exhaust fumes are toxic. SeeGuarding
Against Exhaust Fumesin this chapter for
more instructions.
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[ST12600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
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Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems
checked whenever:
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[ST12800(ALL)02/95]
q
your vehicle is raised for service
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[ST12900(ALL)02/95]
q
the sound of the exhaust system changes
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[ST13000(ALL)01/95]
q
your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[ST13200(ALL)01/95]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet
vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
[ST13250(ALL)06/94]
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[ST13300(ALL)08/95]
If the engine is idling while you are stopped in
an open area for long periods of time, open the
windows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, adjust
the heating or air conditioning system to bring
in outside air.
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120 [LG02549(E )06/94]Safety Belt Warning Light/Chime
(Canadian vehicles equipped with
combination lap and shoulder belts)
[LG02550(E )09/95]
This warning light and chime remind you in two
ways to fasten your safety belt. If you do not
fasten the safety belt before you turn the ignition
key to ON, the chime sounds for four (4) to
eight (8) seconds. Also, each time you turn the
ignition key to ON, the warning light comes on
for one to two minutes to remind you to fasten
your combination lap and shoulder belt.
[LG02700(ALL)03/91]
one inch art:0070005-A
The safety belt light
[LG02750(ALL)08/95]
Brake Warning Light
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[LG02900(ALL)03/95]
The warning light for the brakes can show two
things Ð that the parking brake is not fully
released, or that the brake fluid level is low in
the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is
low, the brake system should be checked by
your dealer or a qualified service technician.
[LG03500(ALL)12/89]
This light comes on when you turn the ignition
key to START, but it normally goes off shortly
after the engine starts and you release the
parking brake. If the light stays on or comes on
after you have released the parking brake fully,
have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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The brake system and parking brake light
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[LG03600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes
may not be working properly. Have the
brakes checked immediately.
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[LG03800(ALL)01/95]
Charging System Light
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[LG03900(ALL)03/95]
This light indicates that your battery is not being
charged and that you need to have the electrical
system checked.
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[LG04300(ALL)07/95]
This light comes on every time you turn the
ignition to the ON or START position (engine
off). The light should go off when the engine
starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[LG04400(ALL)01/95]
If the light stays on or comes on when the
engine is running, have the electrical system
checked as soon as possible.
[LG04500(ALL)12/89]
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The charging system light
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122 [LG05700(ALL)08/95]Upshift Indicator Light (If equipped)
[LG05725(ALL)03/91]
This light comes on to indicate when you should
shift your manual transaxle to the next higher
gear. This light will help you get better fuel
economy by lighting when you should shift.
(If you have a 1.8L engine you will not have an
upshift indicator light.)
[LG05750(ALL)08/95]
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The upshift indicator light
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[LG06200(ALL)01/95]
High Beam Light
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[LG06300(ALL)03/95]
This light comes on when the headlamps are
turned to high beam or when you flash the
lights.
[LG06400(ALL)03/91]
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The high beam light
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124 [LG07400(ALL)03/93]
one inch art:0070095-AAir bag readiness light
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Check Engine Warning Light
[LG08000(ALL)08/95]
The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II)
system consists of the hardware and software
necessary to monitor the operation of the
powertrain. The OBD II system is designed to
check the function of the vehicle's powertrain
control system during normal operation. If an
emission problem is detected, the Check Engine
Warning Light is turned on.
[LG08100(ALL)03/91]
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The check engine light
[LG08200(ALL)08/95]
Modification or additions to the vehicle may
cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system.
Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular
phones, and CB radios must be carefully
installed. Do not install these devices by tapping
into or running wires close to powertrain control
system wires or components.
[LG08300(ALL)08/95]
The light comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition key to ON, but it should turn off when
the engine starts. If the light does not come on
when you are driving, have your vehicle
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serviced as soon as possible. This indicates a
possible problem with one of the vehicle's
emission control systems. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed in.
[LG08400(ALL)08/95]
If the light turns on and off at one (1) second
intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it
means that the engine is misfiring. If this
condition persists, damage could occur to the
engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity. You do not
need to have your vehicle towed in.
[LG08500(ALL)08/95]
If the light turns on and off on rare occasions
while you are driving, it means that a
malfunction occurred and the condition corrected
itself.
[LG08600(ALL)08/95]
An example of a condition which corrects itself
occurs when an engine running out of fuel
begins to misfire. In this case, the Check Engine
Warning Light may turn on and will then set a
Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the
engine was misfiring while the last of the fuel
was being consumed. After refueling, the Check
Engine Warning light will turn off after the
vehicle has completed three consecutive warm
up cycles without a misfire condition occurring.
A warm up cycle consists of engine start from a
cold condition (engine at ambient temperature)
and running until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
[LG08700(ALL)08/95]
On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine
Warning Light will turn off as soon as the
engine begins to crank. It is not necessary to
have the engine serviced.
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126 [LG08800(ALL)08/95]Under certain conditions, the Check Engine
Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is
not properly installed. If the Check Engine
Warning Light comes on and you suspect that
the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the
road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off
the engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap,
making sure it is properly seated.
[LG08900(ALL)08/95]
After completing three (3) consecutive warm up
cycles and on the fourth engine start up, the
Check Engine Warning light should turn off. If
the light does not go off after the fourth engine
restart, have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer or a qualified technician.
[LG10324(ALL)08/95]
Check Coolant Light
[LG10326(ALL)01/92]
This light indicates that the level of the engine
coolant is low and that you should add more
coolant. This light comes on when you turn the
ignition key to START and remains on for a few
seconds after the engine starts, then normally
goes out. SeeEngine coolantin the Index.
[LG10330(ALL)10/89]
one inch art:0000860-A
The check coolant light
[LG10338(ALL)10/91]
If the CHECK COOLANT warning light stays
on, turn the ignition key to OFF and fill the
recovery bottle to the FULL HOT mark. If the
CHECK COOLANT warning light comes on and
stays on after the recovery bottle has been filled,
have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
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