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Anti-theft system (continued)
triggering..................... 167
warning light..................... 88
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board)......... 319
Assistance (see Customer assistance).......... 317
Audio system (see Electronic sound system)....... 207
Autolamp system (see Headlamps).........128, 132
Autolock (see Keyless entry).............. 159
Automatic transaxle, fluid, specification......... 406
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive............ 248
fluid, adding.................... 375
fluid, checking................... 374
fluid, specification.................. 406
Axle
lubricant specifications................ 406
traction lok...................269, 363
B
Backing up...................... 248
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies..........295, 372±373
battery saver.................... 166
charging system warning light............. 87
disconnecting.................... 298
how to service................... 371
jumping a disabled battery.............. 295
maintenance-free.................. 371
proper disposal, recycling.............. 372
replacement, specifications.............. 405
servicing...................... 371
voltage gauge.................. 87,89
when storing your vehicle.............. 410
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Electrical system
fuses......................381, 388
operating when the engine is off............ 67
power point outlet................. 204
relays....................... 389
Electronic message center (see Message center)....... 96
Electronic sound system
accessory delay.................... 67
antenna...................... 213
atenna....................... 213
radio reception................... 241
tuning the radio...............210, 223, 238
warranty and service information........... 243
Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic
sound system)...............209, 222
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound system) . 209, 222
Emergencies, roadside
assistance...................... 317
battery acid spills................295, 373
fuel........................ 344
jump-starting.................... 295
towing....................... 311
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 266
Emission control system
catalytic converter.................. 399
emissions warranty................ 3,399
Engine
check engine warning light............... 84
does not start................... 72,74
fuel injected engine, starting............70±71
fuel pump shut-off switch............... 74
preparing to start................... 70
service points.................... 336
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Fuel cap
removing...................... 339
replacing....................339, 341
Fuel filler door
override, manual.................. 340
remote release................... 339
Fuel filter, specifications................ 405
Fuel gauge....................... 91
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start................. 74
starting after a collision................ 74
Fuse panels
instrument panel.................. 388
power distribution box............... 386
Fuses
charts.....................381, 388
checking and replacing............... 388
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap)................. 339
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy).........99,342, 346
Gasoline (see Fuel).................. 339
Gauges, Electronic
engine coolant temperature gauge........... 92
fuel gauge...................... 91
odometer....................... 94
speedometer..................... 93
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge................. 89
charging system gauge................ 89
engine coolant temperature gauge........... 92
engine oil pressure gauge............... 90
fuel gauge...................... 91
odometer....................... 94
speedometer..................... 93
tachometer...................... 94
trip odometer..................... 94
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Index
Snowplowing..................... 294
Snow tires and chains................. 369
Spare tire
changing the tire................299, 304
conventional spare...............299, 301
finding the spare.................. 301
removing the spare tire............... 301
storing the flat tire...............301, 307
temporary spare................... 299
Spark plugs, specifications............... 405
Special driving conditions............... 267
Special notice...................... 4
E-4WD vehicles.................... 4
utility-type vehicles.................. 4
Specification chart, lubricants.............. 406
Speed control
accelerating..................... 144
canceling a set speed................ 146
resetting...................... 144
resuming a set speed................ 146
tap up/tap down.................. 144
when towing a trailer................ 291
Speedometer...................... 93
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle............. 70
starting a cold engine................. 71
starting after a collision................ 74
starting a warm engine................ 72
starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled..... 295
Steering, power.................... 255
Steering wheel
horn........................ 140
locking........................ 67
speed controls................... 141
tilting....................... 140
Storage compartments, overhead storage compartment . . 201
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Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)...... 110
Viscosity (see Engine oil)................ 348
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge)......... 87,89
W
Warm engine, starting.................. 72
Warning chimes
headlamps on.................... 91
key in ignition.................... 68
safety belt...................... 82
Warning lights (see Lights)................ 79
Warranties
basic......................... 3
Canada....................... 3
radio........................ 243
Warranty Information Booklet.............. 3
Washer fluid
rear window reservoir................ 358
reservoir...................... 358
warning light.................... 104
windshield..................... 358
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)............. 271
Wheel and tire matching................ 369
Wheel bearings, lubricant specifications......... 406
Wheel bearings lubricant specifications......... 406
Wheel dollies (see Towing)............... 311
Wheels
cleaning...................... 370
covers.....................304, 307
inspection and maintenance............. 362
lug nuts...................... 304
replacement.................... 369
Windows
manual windows, operating............. 171
one-touch down.................. 172
power windows, operating............171±172
rear, defrosting................... 126
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