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Airflow Controls
Fan Control Dial
Turn this dial to increase or decrease
the fan speed and airflow.
Temperature Control Dial
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
If equipped
This button turns the air
conditioning on and off. The
indicator in the button is on when the
A/C is on.
Fresh Air/Recirculation Lever
This lever controls the source of the
air going into the system. When you
slide the lever to the
side, air is
brought in from outside the vehicle
(fresh air mode). When you selectthe
side, air from the vehicle's
interior is sent through the system
again (recirculation mode). The outside air intakes for the
heating and cooling system are at the
base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
The system should be left in fresh air
mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C off,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh airmode.
Rear Window Defogger Button
/
This button turns the rear window
defogger on and off (see page 76).
On some models, this button also
operates the heated outside mirrors
(see page 102).
Mode Control Dial
Use the mode control dial to select
the vents the air flows from. Some air
will flow from the dashboard corner
vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center and
corner vents in the dashboard.
Airflow is divided between the
vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Air flows from the floor vents.
Airflow is divided between the
floor vents and defroster vents at the
base of the windshield.
Air flows from the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
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You should do the following checks
and adjustments before you drive
your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
2. Check that the hood is fully closed.
3. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page 275).
4. Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely. 5. Check the seat adjustment (see
page 93).
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (see page101).
7. Check the steering wheel adjustments (see page 77).
8. Make sure the doors and the tailgate are securely closed andlocked.
9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page 14).
10. When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page 59).
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No. Amps. Circuits Protected49 (15 A) Door Lock
50 (15 A) Door Lock
51 10 A Passenger's Side Headlight High Beam
52 15 A DBW 53  Not Used
54 20 A Rear Defogger

55 10 A Heated Mirror
56 30 A Front Wiper
57 30 A Blower Motor
58 30 A ABS/VSA
Motor
59 20 A Rear Defogger
30 A
60 50 A/ 40 A IG Main/Option Main
61 30 A Radio62  Not Used
 : If equipped UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
Under-hood Fuse Box (On the battery)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1 100 A Battery
2 70 A EPS
3 20 A Horn/Hazard
Fuse Locations
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Gearshift Lever PositionsAutomatic
Transmission ...............221, 222
Manual Transmission ..............219
Glove Box .................................. 105
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ................................. 212
H
Halogen Headlight Bulbs ...........264
Hazard Warning Flashers ............76
Headlights ................................... 74
Aiming .................................... 264
Daytime Running Lights ..........75
High Beam Indicator ................65
High Beams, Turning on ..........74
Lights On Indicator ..................64
Low Beams, Turning on ...........74
Reminder Chime ......................75
Replacing Halogen Bulbs ........264
Turning on ............................... 74
Head Restraints ............................ 94
Heated Mirror ............................ 102
Heating and Cooling ..................110High Altitude, Starting at
............
218
High Beam Lever ...................74, 75
High-Low Beam Switch ................74
Hood, Opening and Closing
the .......................................... 203
Horn ........................................ 4, 72
Hydraulic Clutch ........................263
IIdentification Number, Vehicle ................................... 318
Ignition Keys ......................................... 78
Switch ...................................... 80
Timing Control System ...........329
Immobilizer System .....................79
Important Safety Precautions .........6
Indicators, Instrument Panel ........59
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) .......62, 233
Brake (Parking and Brake System) ......................... 60, 307
Charging System ..............60, 305
Check Fuel Cap .......................70
Cruise Control .......................... 65Cruise Main
.............................
65
Door and Tailgate Open ...........62
DRL (Daytime Running Lights) .................................. 65
Electric Power Steering ............62
Fog Lights ................................ 64
High Beam ............................... 65
High Temperature ...................63
Key (Immobilizer System) .......66
Lights On ................................. 64
Low Fuel .................................. 62
Low Oil Pressure ..............60, 305
Low Temperature .....................63
Low Tire Pressure .............64, 237
Maintenance Minder
TM..... 66, 247
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp ............................. 60, 306
Passenger Airbag Off ...............31
Seat Belt Reminder .............18, 60
Security System .......................66
Side Airbag Off ....................30, 61
SRS ..................................... 30, 61
TPMS ................................ 64, 238
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............................... 63
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VSA OFF.................................. 67
VSA System ............................. 67
Washer Level ........................... 65
Infant Restraint ............................ 39
Infant Seats .................................. 39
Tether Anchorage Points .........47
Inflation, Proper Tire ..................275
Recommended Pressures .......276
Inside Mirror ............................. 101
Inspection, Tire .......................... 277
Installing a Child Seat ..................42
Instant Fuel Economy ..................70
Instrument Panel ..........................59
Instrument Panel Brightness .......76
Instruments and Controls .............57
Interior Lights ............................ 107
Ceiling Light ........................... 107
Introduction ................................... i
iPod

Shifting................................... 219
Manual Transmission Fluid .......262
Meters, Gauges ............................ 68
Methanol in Gasoline .................200
Mirrors, Adjusting ......................102
Modifications ............................. 209
Modifying Your Vehicle .............209
N
Neutral Gear Position .................223
New Vehicle Break-in .................200
Normal Shift Speeds ...........220, 230
NOTICE, Explanation of ................i
Numbers, Identification .............318
O
Octane Requirement, Gasoline ................................. 200
Odometer ..................................... 70
Odometer, Trip ............................ 69
Oil Change, How to ......................256
Change, When to ....................247Checking Engine
....................
204
Life, Engine ............................. 247
Pressure Indicator .............60, 305
Selecting Proper Viscosity
Chart ................................... 255
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ................................ 328
ON (Ignition Key Position) ..........80
Outside Mirrors .........................101
Overheating, Engine ..................303
Owner's Maintenance Checks ....252
Oxygenated Fuels ......................200
P
Paddle Shifters ........................... 226
Panel Brightness Control .............76
Park Gear Position .....................222
Parking ...................................... 231
Parking Brake ............................ 103
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ........................... 60, 307
Parking Lights ............................. 74
Parking Over Things that
Burn ................................ 231, 330Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
....
31
PGM-FI System .......................... 329
Playing a Disc .....................122, 149
Playing an iPod

Protecting Children......................34
General Guidelines ..................34
Protecting Infants .....................39
Protecting Larger Children ......49
Protecting Small Children ........40
Using Child Seats with Tethers ................................. 47
Using LATCH .......................... 43
R
Radiator Overheating .................303
Radio/Disc Sound System ............................ 115, 143
Radio Theft Protection ...............192
Readiness Codes ........................331
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ........................... 268
Rearview Mirror .........................101
Rear Window Defogger ................76
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ..................................... 73
Recommended Shift Speeds ............................. 220, 230
Refueling .................................... 201Reminder Indicators
.....................
60
Remote Audio Controls ..............190
Remote Transmitter .....................90
Replacement Information
Dust and Pollen Filter .............270
Engine Oil and Filter ...............256
Fuses ...................................... 308
Light Bulbs ............................. 264
Schedule ................................. 253
Spark Plugs ............................. 320
Tires ....................................... 278
Wiper Blades .......................... 271
Replacing Seat Belts After a
Crash ........................................ 20
Reporting Safety Defects ............336
Reserve Tank, Engine
Coolant ............................ 204, 258
Restraint, Child ............................ 34
Reverse Gear Position ................223
Reverse Lockout ........................219
Rotation, Tire ............................. 278
S
Safety Belts .............................. 8, 18Safety Defects, Reporting
...........
336
Safety Features .............................. 7
Airbags ................................. 9, 22
Door Locks .............................. 11
Head Restraints ........................13
Seat Belts ........................ 8, 14, 18
Seats & Seat-Backs ..............11, 12
Safety Labels, Location of .............54
Safety Messages ..........................iii
Seat Belts ................................. 8, 18
Additional Information .............18
Advice for Pregnant Women ....16
Automatic Seat Belt
Tensioners ........................... 20
Cleaning .................................. 269
Detachable Anchor ..................99
Lap/Shoulder Belt ..............14, 19
Maintenance ............................ 20
Reminder Indicator and Beeper ............................. 18, 60
System Components ................18
Use During Pregnancy .............16
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder
Belt .................................. 14, 19
Seats ............................................ 93
Seats, Adjusting the .....................93
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