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Foglamp control (if equipped)
The headlamp control also operates
the foglamps. The foglamps can be
turned on when the headlamp
control is in the
or the
position and the high beams are not
turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn foglamps on. The foglamp
indicator light
will illuminate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel during headlight
and parklamp operation.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from left
to right to brighten the
instrument panel.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from right to left to dim the instrument panel.
HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.
•(1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)
•(2) Center height of lamp to
ground
•(3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)
•(4) Horizontal reference line
2. Measure the height from the
center of your headlamp to the
ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4
meter) horizontal reference line on
the vertical wall or screen at this
height (a piece of masking tape works well).
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and
open the hood.
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4. On the wall or screen you will
observe an area of high intensity
light. The top of the high intensity
area should touch the horizontal
reference line. If not, the beam will
need to be adjusted.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on
each headlamp, then usea7mm
Allen wrench or a Phillips
screwdriver to adjust the headlamp
up or down.
6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT
REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE
AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.
7. Close the hood and turn off the
lamps.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome lamps
The dome lamp is equipped with a
control switch that will illuminate
when:
•the doors are closed and the
switch is in the on position.
•the switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open.
When the dome lamp switch is in the off position, it will not illuminate
when you open the doors.
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Function Trade number
License plate lamp C-5W
High-mount brakelamp W5W
Dome lamp (front/rear) 12V10W
Map lamp 12V6W
Luggage compartment 12V10W
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer
Replacing headlamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
hood.
2. Pull off the bulb cap.
3. Twist off the bulb retainer ring by
turning it counterclockwise.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb by only its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Note:If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
hood.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Install in reverse order.
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11. Your new, unprogrammed key is now programmed.
If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s
engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and
then go out.
If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your
vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, or stay
on for more than three seconds. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to
your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed.
To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure
from Step 1 for each additional key.
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an
unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL remote entry transmittersare taken to the authorized
dealer to aid in troubleshooting.
Arming the system
When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is
attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the
park/turn lamps and will sound the horn.
The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the
ignition. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:
•Press the
control on the remote entry transmitter.
•Lock the doors with the key in the key cylinder.
•Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock all the
doors, and then close the door.
Disarming the system
You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:
•Unlock the doors by pressing the
control on your remote entry
transmitter.
•Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front
of the vehicle) to ensure the alarm disarms.
Triggering the anti-theft system
The armed system will be triggered if any door, liftgate/trunk or the hood
is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter.
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Working with the engine on
•Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
•Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N
(Neutral).
2. Block the wheels.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front of the hood.
3. Lift the hood and support it with the strut in the yellow-colored
retainer; ensuring it is secure.
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Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield, refer toWindows and wiper bladesin theCleaning
chapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
•If the oil level isbetween the
MIN and MAX marks, the oil
level is acceptable.DO NOT
ADD OIL.
•If the oil level is below the MIN
mark, add enough engine oil to
raise the level within the MIN and
MAX range. Refer toAdding
engine oilin this chapter.
•Oil levels above MAX mark
may cause engine damage.If
the engine is overfilled, some oil
must be removed from the engine
by an authorized dealer.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
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cap ...........................................192
capacity ...................................205
choosing the right fuel ...........193
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................198
detergent in fuel .....................194
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................190, 192, 195
filter, specifications ........190, 203
fuel pump shut-off switch .....143
improving fuel economy ........195
octane rating ...................194, 208
quality ......................................194
running out of fuel .................194
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................190
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......143
Fuses ..................................144–145
G
Garage door opener ....................41
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............192
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................195
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................143
Headlamps ...................................29
aiming ........................................30
bulb specifications ....................32
daytime running lights .............29
flash to pass ..............................29
high beam .................................29
turning on and off ....................29
Heating
heater only system ...................25
Hood ..........................................177I
Ignition ...............................129, 208
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..98
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................200
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................173
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................30
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......157
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................52
Keys
positions of the ignition .........129
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................32
daytime running light ...............29
fog lamps ...................................30
headlamps .................................29
headlamps, flash to pass ..........29
instrument panel, dimming .....30
interior lamps ...........................31
replacing bulbs ...................32, 35
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................31
Liftgate ........................................50
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........133
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