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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
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-2 Keys
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-4 Door Locks
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-9 Remote Lock Control
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-14 Trunk
2
-15 Theft
2
-16 Universal Theft-Deterrent
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-18 PASS-Key
II
2
-19 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
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-20 Ignition Positions
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-21 Starting Your Engine
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-23 Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
2
-24 Automatic Transaxle Operation
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-27 Parking Brake
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-28 Shifting Into PARK (P)
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-30 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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-31 Parking Over Things That Burn2
-31 Engine Exhaust
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-33 Windows
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-34 Tilt Wheel
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-34 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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-42 Exterior Lamps
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-44 Interior Lamps
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-47 Mirrors
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-51 Storage Compartments
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-54 Accessory Power Outlet
2
-54 OnStar
System (Option)
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-55 Sunroof (Option)
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-56 Universal Transmitter
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-60 The Instrument Panel - Your
Information System
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-64 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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-75 Driver Information Center
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2-9 Anti-Lockout Feature
The power door locks will not work if the key is left
in the ignition with the driver's door open. You can
override this feature by holding the power door lock
switch for more than three seconds, unless the engine
is running.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, open your door and
set the locks from the inside, then get out and close
the door.
Remote Lock Control
You can lock and unlock
your doors or unlock your
trunk from about 3 feet
(1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m)
away using the remote lock
control transmitter supplied
with your vehicle.Your remote lock control operates on a radio frequency
subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Rules and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This device complies with RSS
-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
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This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to
30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in
range. This is normal for any remote lock control
system. If the transmitter does not work or if you
have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter
to work, try this:

Check to determine if battery replacement or
resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions
that follow.

Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.

Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.

If you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.Operation
The driver's door will unlock when UNLOCK is
pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed again within five
seconds, all doors will unlock. Pressing the UNLOCK
button will also illuminate the interior lamps. See
ªIlluminated Entryº in the Index. All doors will lock
when LOCK is pressed.
The trunk will unlock when the trunk button is pressed
while the vehicle is in any gear.
Instant Alarm
When the button with the horn symbol on the remote
lock control transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound
and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to one
minute. This can be turned off by pressing the instant
alarm button again, unlocking the vehicle with a key or
by turning the ignition on.
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Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5. To
change to another mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
2. Press and hold the lock position on the driver's
power door lock switch throughout this procedure.
3. Press the trunk button on the transmitter to enter the
programming mode. The transmitter will remain in
its current mode.
4. Press the trunk button again. Each time the trunk
button is pressed, the horn will chirp and the
transmitter will advance to the next mode.
5. Release the power door lock switch.
This procedure changes the mode for only the
transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure
will need to be repeated for the second transmitter.Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each remote lock control transmitter is coded to prevent
another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any
remaining transmitters with you when you go to your
dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the
new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your
vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters
matched to it.
See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote lock
control transmitter should last about two years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't
work at the normal range in any location. If you have to
get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it's probably time to change the battery.
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Trunk
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and the
trunk lid:

Make sure all other windows are shut.

Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on any airflow selection except RECIRC.
That will force outside air into your vehicle.
See ªComfort Controlsº in the Index.

If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
See ªEngine Exhaustº in the Index.
Trunk Lock Release
To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key
and turn it.
Remote Trunk Release
Press the TRUNK release
button located to the right of
the steering column to
release the trunk lid. The
trunk release lockout switch
must be ON.
The system also works with the remote lock control.
The trunk will unlock when the trunk button is pressed
while the vehicle is in any gear.
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2-15 Remote Trunk Release Lockout
The trunk release lockout
switch in the glove box
allows you to secure items
in the trunk.
Move the trunk release lockout switch to OFF, lock the
glove box and take the key with you. Now the trunk
release, located to the right of the steering column, will
not open the trunk. However, the remote lock control
transmitter will still open the trunk.
Trunk Security Override
The remote lock control transmitter will open the trunk
even if the remote trunk release lockout switch is OFF.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle has a number of theft
-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make
it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you
can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it's an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
-- so
don't do it.
With the ignition off and the driver's door open, you'll
hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your
steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition
and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
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2-16 Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it's best to lock it up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your ignition key?

If possible, park in a busy, well lit area.

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your
trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the
storage area.

Close all windows.

Move the trunk release lockout switch to OFF.

Lock the glove box.

Lock all the doors except the driver's.

Then take the door key and remote lock control
transmitter with you.
Universal Theft-Deterrent
Your vehicle has a theft-deterrent alarm system. With
this system, if your ignition is off, the SECURITY light
will flash as you open the door.
This light reminds you to
activate the theft
-deterrent
system. Here's how to do it:
1. Open the door.
2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or
remote lock control system. The SECURITY light
should come on and stay on.
3. Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off
after about 30 seconds. The security system is not
armed until the SECURITY light is off. If the
SECURITY light stays on or flashes when the
ignition is turned on, there is a problem with the
system and the vehicle should be serviced.
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If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and then
shuts off while the ignition is on, the security system has
detected a problem. See your dealer for service.
If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or
remote lock control transmitter, the alarm will go off. It
will also go off if the trunk lock or door locks are
damaged. Your vehicle's lamps will flash and the horn
will sound for several minutes, then will go off to save
battery power.
Remember, the theft
-deterrent system won't activate if
you lock the doors with a key or manual door lock. It
only activates if you use the power door lock switch or
remote lock control transmitter. You should also
remember that you can start your vehicle with the
correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off, but this
does not shut off the alarm.
Here's how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

If you don't want to activate the theft
-deterrent
system, lock the door either using a key, or the
manual door lock switch.

Always unlock a door with a key, or use the remote
lock control system. Unlocking a door any other way
will set off the alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door
with your key.You can also turn off the alarm by pressing UNLOCK
on the remote lock control transmitter. The alarm won't
stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.
Testing the Alarm
The alarm can be tested by following these steps:
1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the driver's
window and open the driver's door.
2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the
power door lock switch while the door is open, or
with the remote lock control transmitter.
3. Get out of the car, close the door and wait for the
SECURITY light to go out.
4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the door
with the manual door lock and open the door. This
should set off the alarm.
If the alarm does not sound when it should, but the
vehicle's lamps flash, check to see if the horn works.
The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see
ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index.
If the alarm does not sound, or the vehicle's lamps do
not flash, the vehicle should be serviced by an
authorized service center.
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2-47 Rear Reading Lamps
These lamps go on when you open the doors. You can
also turn them on by pressing the button to the side of
the lamp. Press it again to turn them off.
Trunk Lamp
When you open the trunk to its full open position, a
lamp will come on inside the trunk. This lamp will
automatically turn off when the trunk is closed.
Inadvertent Load Protection
This feature automatically shuts off the interior lamps
if any are left on for more than 10 minutes when the
ignition is off or a door is left open. This will keep
your battery from running down.
Mirrors
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror
with Compass
Your vehicle may have an electrochromic inside
rearview mirror with a compass.
When set in the MIRROR position, this mirror
automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps
behind you. A time delay feature prevents rapid
changing from the day to night positions while driving
under lights and through traffic.
The mirror also includes an eight
-point compass display in
the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on, the
compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven.
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2-51 Heated Outside Rearview Mirror
When you operate the rear window defogger, a defogger
also warms the heated driver's and passenger's outside
rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice and snow. See
ªRear Window Defoggerº in the Index.
Storage Compartments
Glove Box
Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open,
pull the latch release on the left side of the glove box door.
Front Storage Armrest
The front armrest opens into a storage area. To open it,
lift the front edge. Inside you will find storage for
cassettes, compact discs and coins.
In front of the storage area is a cupholder. Press and
release the cupholder cover to open. Do not try to pull it
out. Push the cupholder forward to lock it when in use.
Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when
not in use.
Rear Storage Armrest
Your vehicle has a rear storage armrest with a
pass
-through feature.
Pull down the bolster in the back seat to use the armrest
and two cupholders. Lift the top of the armrest for
storage space.
Pull down the interior door to access the trunk.
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