Dodge 25360 Stratus Coupe manual

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 LOCKING AND UNLOCKING .................................................. 2 1 3 SEA TS, SEA T BEL TS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS .......................... 5 5 4 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ............................................. 1[...]

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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction ........................... 4 m How T o Use This Manual ................. 4 m W arnings, Cautions And Notes ............. 5 m V ehicle Identification Number .............. 5 1[...]

INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepar ed with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. Y ou are urged to read these publications car efully . Following the instruc- ti[...]

W ARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES This manual contains W ARNINGS against operating procedur es which could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e manual you may miss important information. Observe all W arnings and Cautions. Note[...]

Overview - Instruments and controls 1. Instrument cluster → p. 108 2. Ignition switch → p. 151 3. Supplemental restraint system-air bag (For driver ’s seat) → p. 89 Horn switch → p. 134 4. Hazard warning flasher switch → p. 126 5. W indshield wiper and washer switch → p. 128 6. V ents → p. 237 7. Supplemental restraint system-air ba[...]

Interior 1. Seat belt → p. 68 Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (for front seats) → p. 73 2. Remote trunk lid r elease → p. 37 3. Power window switch → p. 44 4. W indow lock switch → p. 45 5. Electric remote-contr olled outside mirror switch → p. 190 6. Power door lock switch → p. 34 7. Sun visor → p. 21 1 8. Sunroof switch (for [...]

Outside 1. Engine compartment → p. 259 Engine hood → p. 42 2. W indshield wiper and washer → p. 128 3. Sunroof (if so equipped) → p. 46 4. Outside rear -view mirrors → p. 190 5. Whip antenna → p. 221 6. Front turn signal lights and parking lights → p. 122, 297 7. Fog lights (if so equipped) → p. 122 8. Headlights → p. 122, 295 9. [...]

T runk Area 1. Inside emergency tr unk release handle → p. 37 2. T runk light → p. 305 3. Jack → p. 267 4. Spare tir e → p. 267 5. T ools → p. 266 INTRODUCTION 9 1[...]

QUICK INDEX If this warning light comes on… NOTE: These warning lights will illuminate for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition key is first turned on. W arning light Do this Ref. page ·Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. T est the system as described on page 1 15. ·If the light does not go out after the test, [...]

If this warning light comes on… W arning light Do this Ref. page Charging system warning light ·Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light r emains on when the ignition key is turned back on, call an authorized dealer for assistance. P. 1 1 6 “N”[...]

If this warning light comes on… W arning light Do this Ref. page ·Have the vehicle inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. P . 163 “N” indicator light in the instruemnt cluster flashes slowly (once per second) ·Y our vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, have the engine system checked at an authorized dealer a[...]

If you hear the sound… Sound Do this Ref. page If you hear a chime constantly when the driver ’s door is opened. “Key reminder chime” A chime will sound if the driver ’s door is opened while the ignition key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position. Remove the key to stop the chime. OR “Headlight reminder chime” A chime will sound i[...]

If you hear the sound… Sound Do this Ref. page If you hear a metallic sound (squeal) when you depress the brake pedal while driving. “Brake pad wear alarm” The brake pads have worn down near the serviceable limit. Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized dealer . P . 174 If you hear a chime from the engine compartment continuously while [...]

If you hear the sound… Sound W arning light Do this Ref. page If you hear a chime while the engine is on, see the warning light in the instrument cluster . “Seat belt reminder/warning chime” If the driver ’s seat belt remains unfastened 1 minute later , the chime will sound intermittently (12 times) when the vehicle is driven. If the driver[...]

If this problem occurs… Problem Do this Ref. Page Cannot turn the key (1)“LOCK” to “ACC” T urn the key while slightly turning the steering wheel right and left. (2)”ACC” to “LOCK” V ehicle with automatic transaxle Check the position of gear selector lever . The key cannot be removed unless the gear selector lever is set to the “[...]

If this problem occurs… Problem Do this Ref. page The engine does not start. The lights do not come on or dim. The horn does not honk or weak sound. The battery may have a weak charge. P . 280 The engine coolant temperature gauge indicator enters the “H” (hot) position. Steam comes out of the engine compartment. The engine is overheated. Care[...]

If this problem occurs… Problem Do this Ref. page The vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or snow . 1. Carefully rock the vehicle by shifting the transmission from low to r everse. W ARNING 1.When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lur c[...]

If this problem occurs… Problem Do this Ref. page The automatic transaxle does not shift when accelerating and/or the vehicle does not easily begin to move. There may be a pr oblem in the automatic transaxle. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer . 1.V ehicles with automatic transaxle Shift the lever into “2” (SECOND) position wh[...]

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING CONTENTS m Keys ................................. 2 3 m Sentry Key ............................ 2 3 m Door locks (Manual) ..................... 2 6 ▫ T o lock the door without using the key ....... 2 6 ▫ T o lock the door with the key .............. 2 7 ▫ T o lock the door from the inside ............ 2 8 m Keyless entry[...]

▫ Passenger switch ....................... 4 6 m Sunroof (if so equipped) .................. 4 6 ▫ T o tilt up ............................. 4 6 ▫ T o tilt down .......................... 4 7 ▫ T o open .............................. 4 7 ▫ T o close .............................. 4 7 ▫ Sunshade ............................ 4 8 m Theft-a[...]

KEYS T wo keys are pr ovided. The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare key . NOTE : The key number (A) is stamped on the plate as shown in the illustration. Make a recor d of the key number and store the key and key number plate in a separate place so that you can order a key fr om your authorized dealer if the original keys are [...]

NOTE 1. In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to receive the r egistered ID code from the key . This means the engine will not start even when the regis- tered key is turned to the 9 ST AR T 9 position: • When the key comes into contact with a metallic or magnetic object. • When the key comes into contact with another immobilizing[...]

CAUTION! Do not make any alterations or additions to the sentry key system. Any alterations or additions could cause failure of the sentry key . Replacement keys NOTE : Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. If you lose the key , you can order a key from your authorized dealer by referring t[...]

If an error occurs, the indicator will flash 3 times. 5. Repeat step 4 if you want to register additional keys. Be sure to complete the entir e registration process within 30 seconds after the theft-alarm indicator flashes in step 3. General Information Y our sentry key operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC[...]

Key reminder chime After the ignition switch is off, if the driver’s door is opened while the ignition key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to r emove the key . Forgotten-key prevention mechanism If the inside lock knobs on the doors are set to the locked position and the driver ’s door or passenger ’s door is closed while[...]

T o lock the door from the inside Move the inside lock knob to the locked position (so that the red mark cannot be seen) to lock the door . All doors should be kept locked while driving. The locked front driver’s side door can be opened by pulling its inside door handle without unlocking the inside lock knob. This feature is applicable to the dri[...]

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF SO EQUIPPED) Press the keyless transmitter button(s), and all doors will be locked or unlocked as desired. The P ANIC button can also help you signal for attention. T o lock the doors Press the LOCK button, and all doors will be locked. When they are locked with the r eading light in the “OFF” position, the reading ligh[...]

Horn deactivation/reactivation The confirmation function can be set in the following three ways. Each time the confirmation function is set, a buzzer will sound to tell you the condition of the confirmation function. One buzzer: The horn will sound if the doors are locked with the keyless entry system. The horn will sound regar dless of whether the[...]

Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel thr eatened, you may activate the alarm to call attention. 1. Press the P ANIC button. 2. The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will sound intermittently for about 3 minutes. 3. T o turn off the alarm, pr ess any button on the keyless transmitter . NOTE 1. The keyless entry sys[...]

7. If you wish to add another transmitter , contact an authorized dealer . A maximum of 4 keyless transmitters may be programmed for your vehicle. CAUTION! The keyless transmitter is a precision electronic device. Therefore; • A void impact to the transmitter . • Keep the transmitter dry . • Do not disassemble the transmitter . Y our keyless [...]

2. Remove the discharged battery fr om the panic button side of the case half. 3. Install a new battery with its positive + side (2) down. Coin type battery CR2032 used 4. Close the transmitter case firmly and tighten the mounting screw . 5. Check the keyless entry system for operation. NOTE 1. Y ou may purchase a battery at any local stor e that s[...]

POWER DOOR LOCKS Locking and unlocking with the door lock switch All of the doors can be locked or unlocked by pressing the power door lock switch on the driver’s or the passenger’s door . Rolling lock feature (if so equipped) If the vehicle’s speed goes over 15 mph (25 km/h), all the doors will lock automatically . NOTE : The Rolling lock fu[...]

Locking and unlocking with key or inside lock knob Using the key to lock or unlock the driver ’s or passen- ger ’s (if so equipped) door will automatically lock or unlock all of the doors. • T urn the key inserted in the driver ’s door lock once in the unlocking direction, and the fr ont driver ’s door will be unlocked. • Give another t[...]

CAUTION! Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe when loading and unloading luggage. Heat from the exhaust could lead to burns. T o open the trunk lid V ehicles with keyless entry system Press the TRUNK button twice within five seconds. (Refer to ‘ ‘Keyless entry system’ ’ on page 29.) The trunk lid will unlock and pop up slightly . Lift it to[...]

Remote trunk lid release Pull the trunk lid r elease lever , located to the left of the driver’s seat, up to open the trunk lid. CAUTION! Do not operate the trunk lid release lever while the vehicle is moving. If the trunk lid opened, luggage could fall onto the road and cause an accident. Inside emergency trunk release The emergency tr unk relea[...]

The handle glows in the dark after exposure to sunlight. Y ou and your family should familiarize yourselves with the location and operation of the emergency tr unk release handle. Children should be taught not to play in or ar ound vehicles. W ARNING! • Children should never be left unsupervised in or around vehicles. • Unsupervised children co[...]

CAUTION! • When loading objects in the trunk, position them so that they will not contact the emergency trunk release handle when closing the trunk. This will prevent damage to the handle that could render it inoperable. • Always keep the handle in its holder when oper- ating the vehicle to prevent trunk cargo from moving the handle that might [...]

W ARNING! • Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap) slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury . • The volatility of some gasolines may cause a build up of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while you drive. This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and/or vapors when you remove the cap from a[...]

Low fuel warning chime If a chime sounds when the low fuel warning light is on, that means the fuel is low . NOTE : If the low fuel warning light goes off, then comes back on again, the chime will not sound. Fuel tank capacity 62 L (16.4 gal) CAUTION! • As the fuel system may be under pressure, remove the fuel tank filler tube cap slowly . Removi[...]

ENGINE HOOD RELEASE The engine hood release lever (located under the instr u- ment panel near the driver’s door) is used to unlock the engine hood. Pull the lever toward you to r elease the engine hood latch. W ARNING! • Never release the engine hood using the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. • Do not operate the vehicle unless t[...]

NOTE : Only open the engine hood when the wipers are at their parked position to prevent damage to the engine hood and wipers. Support the engine hood with the hood prop by inserting the hood prop secur ely in the opening in the hood marked with an arrow . T o close, unlatch the hood prop fr om the engine hood and place the hood prop in its r etain[...]

CAUTION! Be careful that hands or fingers are not trapped when closing the engine hood. POWER WINDOWS NOTE 1. The windows can be operated when the ignition key is in the “ON ”position. The door windows can be opened or closed for a 30-second period even after the ignition switch is turned off. However , once the driver’s door or the front pas[...]

Driver switch The main driver switch can be used to operate both door windows. W indows will move while the switch is being operated and stop when the switch is released. 1. Driver’s door window switch (T o fully open the driver’s door window , it is not neces- sary to hold the switch down for the entire time the window is being lowered.) 2. Pa[...]

Passenger switch The passenger switch can be used to operate the passen- ger door window . SUNROOF (IF SO EQUIPPED) The sunroof can be opened and closed with the ignition key in the “ON” position. T o tilt up When the sunroof switch (1) is pr essed, the back of the sunroof automatically goes up for inside ventilation. T o stop the sunroof partw[...]

NOTE : Before tilting the sunr oof, completely open the sunshade. Otherwise you will not have good ventilation. T o tilt down Press the sunr oof switch (2). T o stop the sunroof partway , release the sunroof switch. T o open When the sunroof switch (1) is pr essed, the back of the sunroof automatically goes up. When the sunroof switch (1) is pr ess[...]

Sunshade The sunshade can be opened or closed manually while the sunroof is closed. NOTE : The sunshade will operate together with the sunroof only when the sunr oof is opened. CAUTION! Do not attempt to close the sunshade when the sunroof is opened. W ARNING! • When leaving the vehicle unattended, be sure to close the sunroof and remove the igni[...]

3. Do not try to operate the sunroof if it is fr ozen closed (after snowfall or during extreme cold). 4. Do not sit on or place heavy luggage on the sunroof or roof opening edge. 5. Do not apply any force that may cause damage to the sunroof. 6. When waxing your vehicle, be careful not to put any wax on the weatherstrip (black rubber) ar ound the s[...]

3. Lock the driver’s and the passenger’s door by using the key , power door lock switch, or the remote keyless transmitter (if equipped). After completion of the steps above, the theft-alarm indicator (located in the instrument cluster) will illumi- nate for approximately 20 seconds and then go out, indicating that the system is armed. NOTE 1. [...]

7. The driver should not arm the system until first confirming that all passengers have left the vehicle. If the driver arms the system while a passenger(s) in the vehicle, the alarm may be activated when the passen- ger(s) leave the vehicle. Alarm stage The alarm will be activated if any of the following occur while the vehicle is parked and the s[...]

Alarm deactivation The alarm can be deactivated in the following ways. 1. By turning the key (in the driver’s or passenger ’s door) in either direction (towar d lock or unlock). 2. By using the remote keyless transmitter (if equipped) to lock or unlock the door or trunk lid. Disarmed stage The system will be disarmed when either of the followin[...]

3. If the UNLOCK button is pressed when all doors ar e closed and no door is opened within approximately 30 seconds, re-arming will automatically occur . NOTE : Once the system has been disarmed, it cannot be rearmed except by r epeating the arming procedure. T esting the theft-alarm system Use the following procedur e to test the system: 1. Lower [...]

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SEA TS, SEA T BEL TS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS CONTENTS m Front seats ............................. 5 7 ▫ T o adjust seat forward or backwar d .......... 5 9 ▫ T o recline the seatback ................... 6 0 ▫ T o adjust seat height (Driver ’s side only) ...... 6 3 ▫ T o adjust lumbar support (Driver ’s side only , if so equipped)[...]

▫ T ether anchors for the child restraint system .... 8 5 ▫ T ether strap anchor installation ............. 8 6 ▫ Children who have outgr own child restraint systems .............................. 8 6 ▫ Seat Belts and Pregnant W omen ............ 8 7 m Maintenance and inspection of seat belts ...... 8 8 m Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)[...]

Y our vehicle has seat belts and other features that help protect you and your passengers in an accident. Seat belts are the most important safety device. When worn properly , seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or death in various types of crashes. For added protection during a sever e frontal collision, your vehicle has a Supplemen[...]

W ARNING! • Do not attempt to adjust the seat while driving. This can be dangerous. • After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is securely locked into position. • Be sure to have the seat adjusted by an adult. If it is adjusted by a child, the seat may not be prop- erly locked into position. W ARNING! • In order to reduce risk of s[...]

T o adjust seat forward or backward T ype 1 (Manual) Pull the seat adjusting lever and slide the seat forward or backward to the desir ed position. Release the adjusting lever to lock the seat in position. W ARNING! T o ensure the seat is locked securely , attempt to move the seat forward or backward without using the adjusting lever . T ype 2 (Pow[...]

Push the switch to adjust the seat forward or backwar d to the desired position. Release the switch, and the seat will lock at that position. CAUTION! Operate the power seat with care not to have the hand or foot caught by the seat. T o recline the seatback In order to r ecline the seatback, first lean your body forward slightly and pull the seatba[...]

Memory reclining knob When you fold down the seatback by using the memory reclining knob, the angle of the seatback will be memo- rized. Pull the memory reclining knob and fold the seatback down. Just by pushing the seatback up into position will lock it in the memorized position. G21C0870 Memory reclining knob G21C0880 SEA TS, SEA T BEL TS, CHILD [...]

W ARNING! T o minimize risk of severe or fatal personal injury in the event of a collision or sudden stop, both the driver and passenger seatbacks should always re- main in a nearly upright position while the vehicle is in motion. The protection provided by the seat belts will be reduced significantly the more the seatback is re- clined. There is g[...]

T o adjust seat height (Driver’s side only) T ype 1 (Manual) T urn the knob to raise or lower the whole seat cushion. 1. Raise 2. Lower T ype 2 (Power , driver ’ s side only-if so equipped) Front and/or r ear parts of the seat cushion height can be adjusted. Front part of the seat cushion Push the switch to raise or lower the front part of the [...]

Rear part of the seat cushion Push the switch to raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion. 1. Raise 2. Lower Whole seat cushion Push the center of the switch to raise or lower the whole seat cushion. 1. Raise 2. Lower G22D0310 G22D0320 64 SEA TS, SEA T BEL TS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS[...]

T o adjust lumbar support (Driver ’ s side only , if so equipped) A lumbar support is included in the seatback of the driver’s seat. The support has a three position adjust- ment. For access to the rear seat (passenger side entry) T o permit rear seat entry or exit, the fr ont seatback will fold down and the seat will move forward when the seat[...]

REAR SEATS Rear seat capacity W ARNING! • The rear seating capacity of this vehicle is three people. • The rear seat occupants should always wear their seat belts when the vehicle is in motion. Fold down rear seatbacks The rear seatbacks can be folded forwar d to provide additional cargo ar ea. Pull the left and/or right release knobs, and fold[...]

Adjustment of the head restraints Adjust the head restraint height so that the center of the restraint is as close as possible to your seated eye level. Any person too tall for the restraint to r each their seated eye level, should adjust the restraint as high as possible. • T o raise the restraint, push in the lock knob and pull it straight up. [...]

SEAT BELTS Seat belts are installed in your vehicle for the pr otection of the driver and passengers. Always use the seat belts. In an accident, injury to the driver and passengers may be reduced if the seat belts ar e properly used. NOTE : Legislation in your state may requir e seat belt usage; however , even if it is not requir ed seat belts shou[...]

W ARNING! • T o reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from a deploying passenger air bag, make sure the pas- senger is also properly wearing their seat belt, remains sitting well back and upright in their seat and the seat is moved as far back as possible. Refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - air bag” on page 89. • Never hold[...]

UNIBEL T instructions 1. Get in the vehicle and sit in a normal correct postur e. T o reduce the risk of sever e or fatal injury caused by an inflating air bag, adjust the driver’s seat to the rear most position that still allows you to fully apply the pedals, easily control the steering wheel and safely operate the vehicle. The front passenger s[...]

2. Grasp the metal tongue and slide it up the webbing so that it becomes easy to pull across your body . After a couple of tries this will become an automatic one-handed motion. 3. Pull the seat belt out slowly while holding the metal tongue. This system will not lock up if you stop or hesitate, so relax and continue to “buckle-up”. Push the me[...]

4. Pull up on the shoulder portion of the belt to ensure that there is no slack in the lap belt. The belt will r etain the small amount of slack necessary for comfort when you return to your normal seating position. If the belt is still too tight, pull out 6 to 8 inches of webbing, release the belt, and let it return to your chest. NOTE : If a pers[...]

5. The shoulder belt portion will allow regular move- ment under normal conditions. The belt will lock in the event of an abrupt change in vehicle motion. 6. T o release the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt retracts automatically , so hold the tongue when the belt is released and while it r etracts. Should the belt not fully return to [...]

W ARNING! T o reduce risk of serious injury in a collision, adjust the anchor at a position so that the belt passes over your shoulder , but does not touch your neck. Always adjust the anchor when vehicle is not in motion. Make sure the anchor is securely latched after ad- justment. Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert™) If th[...]

• T urn the ignition key to the OFF position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert™) can be reac- tivated by repeating this pr ocedure. NOTE : Although the Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert™) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt W arning Light will [...]

W ARNING! • The extender should only be used if the existing belt is not long enough. Persons who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender . Unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of a colli- sion. • When not required, the extender must be removed and stowed because the use of the extender when not[...]

W ARNING! • All children 12 years old and under should be seated in the rear seat, and properly restrained. Accident statistics indicate that children of all sizes and ages are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat rather than in the front seat. • Any child who is too large to use a child restraint should ride in the rear seat and wea[...]

W ARNING! Y our vehicle is also equipped with a front passenger air bag. REAR-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINTS or INF ANT RESTRAINTS must NOT be used in the front passenger seat as it places an infant too close to the passenger air bag. The force of an inflating air bag could kill or cause serious injuries to the child. Rear-facing child restraints or infa[...]

W ARNING! • It is important to use an approved rear facing infant restraint until the infant is one year old to allow the infant’s neck and spine to develop enough to support the weight of their head in the event of a collision. • When installing a child restraint system, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer and follow the dir[...]

Installing a child restraint system to the lower anchorage (LA TCH System) Y our vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with lower anchor - ages for attaching a child restraint system that is compat- ible with the LA TCH System. NOTE • The marks on the seatback show the location of the lower anchorage points. Child restraint system that is compatible [...]

Installation 1. Open the gap a little between the seat cushion (A) and the seatback (B) with your hand to locate the lower anchorages (C). 2. Push the child restraint system’s lower anchor connec- tors into the lower anchorages (C) in accordance with the instructions pr ovided by the child restraint system’s manufacturer . 3. If your child rest[...]

W ARNING! • If there is any foreign material in or around the lower anchorage connectors, remove it before in- stalling the child restraint system. Also, make sure the seat belt is away from, not looped through or otherwise interfering with the child restraint sys- tem. If foreign matter is not removed and/or the seat belt interferes with the chi[...]

Children 12 years old and under should be r estrained in the rear seat only , whenever possible, although the front passenger seat belt can also be the converted to ALR mode. W ARNING! • Before placing an infant or child in a child re- straint system, be absolutely certain you con- verted the retractor from the ELR mode to the ALR mode. The ALR m[...]

3. T o activate the ALR mode, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor . 4. After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and not in the ALR mode. Y ou will need to rep[...]

6. If your child restraint system r equires the use of a top tether strap, refer to “Anchors for the child r estraint system” on page 85. 7. Before putting the child in the r estraint, push and pull the restraint in all dir ections to be sure it is firmly secure. Do this before each use. If the child r estraint system is not firmly secure, r ep[...]

T ether strap anchor installation 1. Lift the cover from the tether anchor installation point by pulling it back with your hand as illustrated. 2. Latch the top tether strap hook (A) of the child seat onto the tether anchor bracket (B) and tighten the top tether strap hook so it is securely fastened. W ARNING! Child restraint tether anchorages are [...]

W ARNING! • Children who are not buckled up, with all the doors locked, can be thrown out of the vehicle or otherwise be seriously or fatally injured in the event of a collision. • A child should never be left unattended or unsu- pervised around the vehicle. When you leave the vehicle, always take the child out as well. • Children can die fro[...]

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF SEAT BELTS The seat belt webbing may be cleaned with mild soap or detergent solution. Allow the belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow them to retract until completely dry . Do not attempt to bleach or re-dye belts. The color may r ub off and webbing strength could be af fected. Regularly check seat belt buckles and r[...]

W ARNING! All seat belt assemblies, including retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected by an au- thorized dealer after any collision. W e recommend that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was very minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly . Do not attempt to re[...]

W ARNING! • IT IS VER Y IMPOR T ANT TO AL W A YS WEAR YOUR SEA T BEL T PROPERL Y EVEN WITH AN AIR BAG. • Seat belts help keep the driver and front pas- senger properly positioned. This reduces the risk of injury in all collisions, and reduces the risk of serious or fatal injuries when the air bags inflate. During sudden braking just before a co[...]

W ARNING! • Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or instrument panel. Do not put your feet or legs on or against the instrument panel. • Seat all infants and children 12 years of age and under in the rear seat properly restrained using an appropriate child restraint system. W ARNING! • Infa[...]

W ARNING! • REAR- F ACING CHILD RESTRAINTS or IN- F ANT RESTRAINTS must NOT be used in the front passenger seat as it places an infant too close to the passenger air bag. The force of an inflating air bag could kill or cause serious injuries to the child. Rear-facing child restraints or infants restraints must only be used in the rear seat. Air b[...]

W ARNING! • FRONT - F ACING CHILD RESTRAINTS should be used in the rear seat whenever possible. If they must be used in the front passenger seat, move the seat to the full rear position. Failure to do so could kill or cause serious injuries to the child. • Older children up to and including 12 year olds, should be seated in the rear seat with t[...]

1. Air bag module (Driver) 2. Air bag module (Passenger) 3. Air bag control unit (including the fr ont impact sen- sors) 4. SRS warning light 5. Side air bag modules (if so equipped) 6. Side impact sensors (if so equipped) The air bag control unit monitors the r eadiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the ?[...]

The air bags will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ‘ ‘ON’ ’ or ‘‘ST AR T’’ position. When an impact sensor detects a front or side impact of sufficient for ce, it automatically ignities materials in the module inflator which generate gas and inflates the appropriate air bags. NOTE: A collision that is not severe enoug[...]

Driver ’ s and passenger ’ s front air bag system W ARNING! • Do not attach anything to the steering wheel’ s padded cover , such as trim material, badges, etc. These could strike and injure an occupant if the air bag inflates. Driver Front passenger 96 SEA TS, SEA T BEL TS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS[...]

W ARNING! • Do not set anything on, or attach anything to, the instrument panel above the glove compartment. Such items could strike and injure an occupant if the air bag inflates. • Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters. • Do not attach accessories to, or put them in front of, the windshield. They co[...]

A label is attached to the seatbacks in vehicles with side air bags. The side air bag is designed to inflate only on the side of the vehicle that is hit. Because the side air bags do not protect the occupants in all types of collisions, be sure to always wear your seat belts properly . W ARNING! • The side air bags are designed to supplement the [...]

W ARNING! • The side air bag inflates with great force. In order to reduce the risk of serious or possibly fatal injury when the air bag is inflating, the driver and front passenger should not put their arms out in the windows or lean against the doors. W ARNING! • In order to reduce risk of injury from a deploying side air bag, do not allow an[...]

W ARNING! • Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. Rear-facing child restraints MUST ONL Y be used in the rear seat. Forward-facing child restraints should also be used in the rear seat. If a forward-facing child restraint must be used in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible, and make s[...]

working properly . The SRS warning light is shared by the driver ’s air bag, the front passenger ’s air bag, and the optional side air bags. The air bags will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ‘ ‘ON’ ’ or ‘‘ST AR T’’ position W ARNING! • If any of the following conditions occur , the SRS is not working properly a[...]

W ARNING! • On vehicles with side air bags, do not modify your front seats, center pillar or center console. Such modifications can adversely affect SRS per - formance and may lead to possible injury . Also, if you discover any tear or open seam in the seat fabric near the side air bag, have the seat inspected by an authorized dealer . • On veh[...]

T ransporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thr own about and possibly injured, or injur e a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the r ear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secur ed by seat belts. SEA TS, SEA T BEL TS, CHILD RESTRAINT[...]

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CONTENTS m Instrument cluster ...................... 1 0 8 ▫ Meter cluster ......................... 1 0 8 ▫ Indicator and warning light package ........ 1 0 9 ▫ Speedometer ......................... 1 1 0 ▫ T achometer .......................... 1 1 0 ▫ Fuel gauge .......................... 1 1 1 ▫ Odometer/T r[...]

▫ Changing the setting for warning operation . . . 120 ▫ Automatic transaxle indicator (if so equipped) ....................... 1 2 1 ▫ T raction Control System warning light (if so equipped) ....................... 1 2 1 ▫ W asher fluid level indicator .............. 1 2 1 m Combination headlights, dimmer and turn signal lever ............[...]

▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Pr ogramming . . . 137 ▫ Operation ........................... 1 3 8 ▫ Reprogramming a Signal Button ........... 1 3 9 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 107 4[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Meter cluster 1. Fuel gauge 2. T achometer 3. Speedometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5. Odometer 6. T rip odometer 7. T rip odometer reset button D01A2700 108 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS[...]

Indicator and warning light package 1. W asher fluid level indicator → P . 121 2. Anti-lock braking system warning light (if so equipped) → P. 1 1 5 3. Low-fuel warning light → P. 1 1 5 4. Brake warning light → P. 1 1 9 5. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - air bag warning light → P. 1 1 8 6. Seat belt reminder/warning light → P . 12[...]

1 1. High beam indicator → P. 1 1 4 12. Cruise contr ol indicator → P. 1 1 5 13. Theft-alarm indicator → P. 1 1 4 14. Malfunction indicator light (SER VICE ENGINE SOON) → P. 1 1 7 15. Oil pressur e warning light → P. 1 1 6 16. Charging system warning light → P. 1 1 6 17. Overheating warning light → P. 1 1 8 18. T raction control syste[...]

CAUTION! The red zone indicates an engine speed in excess of safe operation. Select the correct gear to control engine speed so the tachometer indicator does not enter the red zone. Fuel gauge The gauge shows the amount of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition key is turned to the ‘ ‘on’ ’ position. The arrow A indicates that the fuel lid[...]

Odometer/T rip odometer When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, an “ODO” or “TRIP” indication is given. Every time the reset button (3) is pr essed lightly (less than one second), the indicators will change from “ODO” to “T rip A” to “T rip B”. 1. Odometer 2. T rip odometer 3. Reset button ODO --- Odometer T[...]

since the current trip began and T rip can be used to measure the distance fr om an intermediate location. T o return either T rip or T rip display to zero, press the r eset button (3) for more than one second. Only the currently displayed value will be r eset. If T rip is displayed, for example, only T rip will be reset. NOTE 1. Display TRIP and T[...]

CAUTION! While driving, care should always be taken to main- tain normal engine operating temperature. If the indicator enters the “H” (hot) position while driving, the engine is overheating. (Refer to “Engine over- heating” on page 279.) T urn signal indicators/hazard warning lights The arrow will flash in unison with the corresponding ext[...]

T runk-ajar warning light and chime This light illuminates when the trunk lid is open or not completely closed. When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h) and the trunk lid is open or ajar , a chime will sound to inform the driver that the trunk lid is not pr operly shut. Anti-lock braking system warning light (if so equipped) This ligh[...]

CAUTION! Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause damage to the catalytic converter . Front fog light indicator (if so equipped) This indicator illuminates while the fog lights are on. NOTE: Fog lights will not be operational when high beam (headlights) are selected. Charging system warning light This light ill[...]

CAUTION! • If this light illuminates and the engine oil level is not low , have your vehicle checked at an autho- rized dealer . • This warning light does not indicate the amount of oil in the crankcase. This must be determined by checking the oil level with the dipstick while the engine is turned off. Malfunction indicator light (SERVICE ENGIN[...]

CAUTION! • Prolonged driving with the malfunction indicator light on may result in further damage to the emission control system. Continued driving could also affect fuel economy and driveability . • If the light does not illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position (bulb check), have the system checked at an authorized d[...]

driving, take your vehicle to your authorized dealer and have the system checked. [See “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)” on page 1 18.] Brake warning light This light illuminates when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position (engine off). When the engine is started, the light should go off. But when the parking brake is applied o[...]

Seat belt reminder/warning light A chime and warning light are used to remind the driver to fasten the seat belt. When the ignition key is turned to the ‘ ‘ON’ ’ position, the warning light will illu- minate and a chime will sound for about 6 seconds. If the driver ’s seat belt remains unfastened approximately 1 minute later , the warning[...]

W ARNING! In order to reduce risk of serious or fatal injury in an accident, always wear your own seat belt, and do not allow anyone to ride in your vehicle unless he or she is properly seated and wearing a seat belt. Children should be properly seated and restrained in an appropriate child restraint system. Automatic transaxle indicator (if so equ[...]

COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, DIMMER AND TURN SIGNAL LEVER Headlights Rotate the switch to operate the lights. OFF - All lights off - Parking, tail, front and r ear side marker , license plate and instrument panel lights on - Headlights and other lights on NOTE : Do not leave the headlights and other lamps on for a long time while the engine is not runni[...]

1. Rotate the ignition key to “LOCK” or “ACC” position with the light switch in the ON “ ” position. 2. T urn light switch to “OFF” position within about 45 seconds of ignition key removal. 3. The headlights will stay on for about 60 seconds, then automatically turn off. Headlight reminder chime If the driver ’s door is opened (ig[...]

NOTE : The headlights can also flash when the light switch is OFF . If you turn the lights off with the headlights set to high-beam illumination, the headlights are automati- cally returned to their low-beam setting when the light switch is next turned to the ON “ ” position. Dimmer (high/low beam change) T o change the headlights from high bea[...]

There may be occasions when the lever does not r eturn after cornering. This typically occurs when the steering wheel is turned only slightly . In this case, return the lever by hand. The instrument cluster indicator will flash to indicate proper operation of the fr ont and rear turn signal lights. If the indicator light flashes faster than usual, [...]

NOTE 1. If the headlights are switched to high beam, the fog lights will go out; they will illuminate again when the headlights are switched back to low beam. 2. If the light switch is rotated to OFF while the fog lights are illuminated, they will automatically turn of f. They can be turned back on again by moving the light switch back to ON and pr[...]

INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT DIMMER CONTROL The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turning this knob while the light switch is in the ON “ ” or“ ” position. ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The electric rear window defogger can be operated when the ignition key is in the “ON” position. When the switch is pressed, an in[...]

It will turn off automatically in about 17 minutes. T o turn off the defogger befor e 17 minutes has lapsed, push the switch again. CAUTION! • The rear window defroster is not designed to melt snow . Remove snow before use of the rear win- dow defroster . • Use the rear window defroster only after the engine has started and is running. Be sure [...]

The intermittent intervals are adjustable fr om approxi- mately 3 to 18 seconds by rotating the adjusting knob at the end of the stalk. LO = Slow HI = Fast INTERMITTENT WIPERS Use the intermittent feature when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between wipes, rotate the knob towa[...]

WINDSHIELD WASHER The windshield washer can be operated by pulling the lever toward you to spray fluid when the ignition key is in either the “ON” or “ACC” position. When washer fluid is sprayed, the wipers will automati- cally operate several times. The spraying fluid stops when the lever is released. PRECAUTIONS TO OBSERVE WHEN USING WIPE[...]

vehicle in a safe place, turn off the ignition, and clean the deposits from the glass so that the wipers operate smoothly . 4. A void using the washer for more than 20 seconds at a time. T o avoid pump damage, do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty . 5. During cold weather , be sure to add a washer solution that will not freeze[...]

Push the light switch (A) to turn on the light, and push the light switch again to turn them off. LIGHTS (DOME LIGHTS, ETC.) AUTO-CUT OUT FUNCTION If any of the interior lights is left on with the ignition key in the ‘ ‘LOCK’ ’ position, the light goes off automatically after approximately 30 minutes to pr event the battery from r unning do[...]

READING LIGHTS 1. Driver ’s side 2. Passenger ’s side Push the right or left reading light switch (lens) to turn on the light. This light produces a spot beam for convenient use as a map light at night. Push the reading light switch again to turn the light of f. NOTE : • If the reading lights ar e left on for prolonged periods of time with th[...]

REAR PERSONAL LIGHTS ON - The light illuminates OFF - The light illuminates when a door is opened and goes out when it is closed. HORN SWITCH Pressing on or ar ound the mark on the steering wheel, causes the horn to honk. GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF SO EQUIPPED) The HomeLink y Universal T ransceiver replaces up to three r emote controls that operate dev[...]

equipped). The transmitter operates off your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries ar e needed. For additional information on HomeLink y , call toll-free for customer assistance at 1–800–355–3515, or on the internet at www .homelink.com. W ARNING! • A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the [...]

Release the buttons when the light in the indicator (D) begins to flash after 20 seconds. A - Universal T ransceiver button 1 B - Universal T ransceiver button 2 C - Universal T ransceiver button 3 D - Indicator light NOTE: • Step 2 does not have to be followed to program additional hand held transmitters (E). 3. Choose one of the three buttons t[...]

NOTE: • Some entry gates and garage door openers may re- quire you to r eplace step 4 with the procedures listed under Canadian Programming. 5. The indicator light (D) will begin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly . The rapid flashing indicates successful programming. If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out[...]

Operation Press and hold the desir ed button (A, B or C) on the universal transceiver until the garage door or other device begins to operate. The indicator light (D) shows that the signal is being transmitted. The hand held transmitter (E) may also be used at any time. NOTE: • If you have difficulty in pr ogramming, call toll-free for customer a[...]

1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. The exact location and color of the training button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer . If you have difficulty in locating the training button, check your garage door opener manual, or call toll-free for customer assistance at 1-800-355-3515, or on the internet at www .home[...]

2. When the indicator light (D) begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds) position the hand held transmitter (E) 1 to 3 inches away from the universal transceiver button to be trained. 3. Press and hold the hand held transmitter button. 4. The indicator light will begin to flash, first slowly , then rapidly . When the indicator lights begin to flas[...]

This device complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation. NOTE: • The transceiver has been tested and complies with FCC and DOC/MDC[...]

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ST ARTING AND DRIVING CONTENTS m Break-in r ecommendations ................ 1 4 6 m Fuel selection ......................... 1 4 6 ▫ Gasoline additives ..................... 1 4 7 ▫ Octane requir ement .................... 1 4 7 ▫ Reformulated gasoline .................. 1 4 7 ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate blends .............. 1 4 8 ▫ MMT in gaso[...]

▫ Gear positions ........................ 1 5 8 ▫ Driving speed (V ehicles with automatic transaxle) ......... 1 5 9 ▫ Holding on an upgrade ................. 1 5 9 ▫ T ransaxle reset mode ................... 1 6 0 m Automatic transaxle Autostick (if so equipped) ........................ 1 6 0 ▫ Selector lever operation ................. [...]

m Cruise/speed contr ol .................... 1 9 1 ▫ T o activate ........................... 1 9 2 ▫ T o deactivate ......................... 1 9 6 ▫ T o resume the set speed ................. 1 9 7 m T raction control (if so equipped) ........... 1 9 8 m Catalytic converter ..................... 1 9 9 m V ehicle preparation before driving .[...]

BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS Advanced automobile manufacturing techniques permit you to operate your new vehicle without experiencing a long break-in period of low-speed driving. However , you can add to the future performance and economy of your vehicle by observing the following precautions during the first 300 miles (500 km). It is recommended that [...]

CAUTION! Using leaded gasoline in your vehicle will damage the engine, catalytic converter , and the oxygen sen- sors. Further , using leaded gasoline is illegal, and will void warranty coverage of the engine, catalytic converter , and oxygen sensors. Gasoline additives Many fuel suppliers add detergents to their gasoline to minimize fuel injector [...]

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate- rials called oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and ETBE. Oxygenates are r equired in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygen- ates may be used in your vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasoli[...]

states adopting California emission standards, your ve- hicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting Federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be adversely affected. Gasoline sold outside of California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may affect the performance of the vehicle’s catalytic converter . [...]

NOTE: T ighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. The Malfunction Indicator Light (“SER VICE ENGINE SOON”) will come on if the gas cap is not properly secured. Make sur e that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled. W ARNING! A fire may result if g[...]

FUEL ECONOMY Fuel economy is dependent on many factors. Y our per- sonal driving habits can have a significant effect on your fuel economy . Several recommendations for achieving maximum fuel economy are listed below . 1. When pulling away from traf fic lights or stop signs, accelerate slowly and smoothly . 2. When parked for even a short period, d[...]

NOTE : For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, the key cannot be removed unless the selector lever is set to the “P” (P ARK) position. ACC Allows operation of electrical accessories with the engine off. ST AR T Engages the starter . After the engine starts, release the key and it will return automatically to the “ON” position. ON The engi[...]

THEFT PROTECTION CAUTION! Always remove the key from the ignition switch and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Always try to park your vehicle in a well lighted area. The ignition key can only be removed in the “LOCK” position. If the key is left in the lock cylinder , a warning chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened.[...]

W ARNING! Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. Carbon monoxide gas, which is odorless, colorless and extremely poisonous, could build up, and cause serious injury or death. CAUTION! • Do not start the vehicle by pushing or pulling. • Do not run the engin[...]

NOTE : Slight noises may be heard on engine start-up. These noises will disappear as you continue warming up the engine. Flooded engine If the engine has become flooded during starting, first operate the starter for 5 to 6 seconds while fully depress- ing the accelerator pedal (clear flood), then start the engine without depressing the accelerator [...]

CAUTION! The electronically controlled transaxle system is strictly intended to provide supplementary func- tions. When driving downhill under certain condi- tions, or immediately after starting when the auto- matic transaxle is cold, no automatic shift-down may be made. The driver should shift down to a low gear (3rd gear or 2nd gear), which will [...]

The indicator panel, on the console located at the driver’s right, is illuminated for night driving. Button (A) must be pushed while the brake pedal is depressed to move the selector lever . Button need not be pushed to move the lever . Button must be pushed to move the lever . W ARNING! Always depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector l[...]

Gear positions “P” P ARK The “P” (P ARK) position supplements the parking brake by locking the transaxle while the vehicle is parked. The engine can be started in this position. Apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle in this position. “R” REVERSE Shift into this position only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. CA[...]

“3” THIRD / “2” SECOND For driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads wher e more precise speed contr ol is desired. Also use it when climbing long grades, and for engine braking when descending moderately steep grades. Engine braking is automatically applied when necessary , depending on road conditions. “L” LOW This pos[...]

T ransaxle Reset Mode The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the trans- axle automatically shifts into second gear . The transaxle remains in second gear despite the forwar d gear selected. Park (P), Reverse (R), and Neutral (N) will continue to operate. This Reset feature allows the [...]

CAUTION! The electronically controlled transaxle system is strictly intended to provide supplementary func- tions. When driving downhill under certain condi- tions, or immediately after starting when the auto- matic transaxle is cold, no automatic shift-down may be made. The driver should shift down to a low gear (3rd gear or 2nd gear), which will [...]

In the main gate, the selector lever has 4 positions and is equipped with a lock button (A) to prevent inad- vertent selection of the wrong gear . Button (A) must be pushed while the brake pedal is depressed to move the selector lever . Button must be pushed to move the lever . Button need not be pushed to move the lever . I04S1580 A I04A1430 162 S[...]

W ARNING! Always depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever into a gear from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position. When beginning to drive, do not shift the selector lever from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while depressing the accelerator pedal; doing so may cause the vehicle to “jump” forward or backward. CAUTION! If the button is al[...]

If the “N” indicator light in the instrument panel flashes, there could be a malfunction with the automatic transaxle system. Identify and take action in accordance with the following procedur es: 1. The “N” indicator light flashes rapidly (twice per second) in the “D” or “Autostick” range. If this occurs, the automatic transaxle fl[...]

“N” NEUTRAL The engine may be started in this position. W ARNING! • Never move the lever to the “N” position while driving since you could accidentally move the lever into the ( P ( or ( R ( position, damaging the transaxle. • T o prevent the vehicle from rolling when stopped on a slope, the engine should be started in the “P” (P AR[...]

+ (UP) : Push the lever forward once to shift up one gear . – (DOWN) : Pull the lever backward once to shift down one gear . CAUTION! • Upward shifts do not take place automatically in Autostick. The driver must execute upward shifts in accordance with road conditions, make sure the engine rpm remains below the red zone on the tachometer . • [...]

3. In Autostick, downward shifts ar e made automatically when the vehicle slows down. When the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected. 4. When starting out on slippery roads, push the selector lever forward into the + (UP) position. This puts the transmission into 2nd gear and is better for starting out on slippery roads. Push the select[...]

T ransaxle Reset Mode The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the trans- axle automatically shifts into second gear . The transaxle remains in second gear despite the forwar d gear selected. Park (P), Reverse (R), and Neutral (N) will continue to operate. This Reset feature allows the [...]

T o start Depress the clutch pedal fully and shift into 1st. Then gradually release the clutch pedal while depr essing the accelerator pedal. CAUTION! • Do not move the gearshift lever into the “R” (REVERSE) while the vehicle is moving forward; doing so will damage the transaxle. • Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal as this will caus[...]

At low altitude locations, shift at the vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (relatively steady speeds) will r esult in increased fuel economy . 2.4 liter engine Condition Upshift speeds mph (km/h) Acceleration Cruise 1st to 2nd 15 (25) 13 (20) 2nd to 3rd 23 (35) 18 (30) 3rd to 4th 34 (55) 33 (53) 4th to[...]

Recommended downshifting speed Downshifting speed mph (km/h) Condition Under 20 (30) 3rd to 2nd 4th to 2nd 5th to 2nd 20 to 30 (30 to 45) 4th to 3rd 5th to 3rd Driving precautions 1. The table below indicates the driving speed ranges that may be driven in each gear without causing the engine to operate in excessive engine speeds. Possible driving s[...]

Before leaving the vehicle, make sur e that the parking brake is set. T o set the parking brake, pull up firmly on the lever . Also place the gear selector in the Park position (automatic transaxle) or Reverse (manual transaxle). T o release the parking brake, apply the brake pedal and pull up on the parking brake lever . Push the release button an[...]

W ARNING! • Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan- gerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector . Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • Be sure the parking b[...]

W ARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear , and possible brake damage. Y ou wouldn’t have your full braking capacity in an emergency . POWER BRAKES Y our vehicle is equipped with[...]

W ARNING! Driving on worn brake pads can reduce your ability to stop, and can result in an accident. ANTI-LOCK BRAKING (ABS) SYSTEM (IF SO EQUIPPED) The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock up.[...]

CAUTION! • Anti-lock braking system can not prevent acci- dents. It remains the driver’s task to exercise safety precautions and to drive prudently . • T o prevent failure of the anti-lock braking system, be sure all 4-wheels and tires are the same size and type (space saver spare excluded). • If the anti-lock brake system warning light ill[...]

6 mph (10 km/h). It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to a speed below approximately 3 mph (5 km/h). 3. After driving on snow or icy roads, r emove any snow and ice that may have adhered to the wheel ar eas. When doing this be careful not to damage the wheel speed sensors and cables located at each wheel on vehicles equipped with an anti[...]

W ARNING! • After adjustment, to the desired height, check to be sure that the lever is locked. • Do not attempt to adjust the steering wheel while driving. This can be dangerous. POWER STEERING Y our vehicle is equipped with power assisted steering as standard equipment. The power assisted steering system of your vehicle provides mechanical st[...]

INSIDE DAY/NIGHT REARVIEW MIRRORS W ARNING! • Do not attempt to adjust the rearview mirrors while driving. This can be dangerous. • Y our passenger’s side mirror is convex. The ob- jects you see in the mirror will look smaller and farther away than they actually are. Do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of following vehicles when c[...]

Electrochromic inside rearview mirror (if so equipped) When the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the green indicator (A) should be illuminated. If not, press the display switch (C) for mor e than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds, until the indicator illuminates. Now the mirror automatically dims to the pr oper level to mini- miz[...]

T o turn off the function, pr ess the display switch (C) more than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds. When the green indicator (A) goes off, the automatic anti-glar e will not function. T o turn the function back on, press the display switch (C) more than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds. NOTE: • Do not spray glass cleaner on the sensor (B), as reduce[...]

How to change the display mode The mode will change in order by pr essing the display switch for the following seconds. 1. When the ignition key is “ACC” or “ON” position, automatic anti-glare operate and curr ent outside tem- perature and compass ar e displayed. I08A0600 182 ST ARTING AND DRIVING[...]

2. If you press the display switch less than 3 seconds, you can turn on/off the display . 3. If you press the display switch mor e than 3 seconds, less than 6 seconds, you can alternate the temperature reading between Fahr enheit and Celsius. → P . 186. I08A0660 I08A0590 ST ARTING AND DRIVING 183 5[...]

4. If you press the display switch mor e than 6 seconds, less than 9 seconds, you can turn on/off the automatic anti-glare. → 181 5. If you press the display switch mor e than 9 seconds, less than 12 seconds, you can adjust for compass vari- ance. → 187 I08A0670 I08A0610 184 ST ARTING AND DRIVING[...]

6. If you press the display switch mor e than 12 seconds, you can recalibrate compass variance. → 190 Outside temperature (if so equipped) When the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the current outside temperatur e is displayed. I08A0590 I08A0600 ST ARTING AND DRIVING 185 5[...]

T o alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius Press the display switch above 3 seconds, less than 6 seconds until the display blinks °F and °C. Press the display switch to toggle between the Fahr enheit and Celsius readings within 5 seconds. After 5 seconds of inactivity , the original item (Outside temperature/Compass) is [...]

Compass operation When the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the vehicle’s current dir ectional heading (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW , W and NW) will be displayed. Magnetic variation of compass Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for magnetic variation of compass. [...]

2. Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map. 3. Press the display switch until the new zone number appears in the display . After 5 seconds of inactivity , the original item (Outside temperature/Compass) displayed again. NOTE • Do not attach ski racks, antennas, or any other object to the vehicle by means of a magnet. S[...]

T o calibrate the compass If the display reads “CAL” (A), ther e may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. In this case, the compass may need calibration. If the “CAL” is displayed, drive the vehicle in a circle at about 5 mph (8km/h) or less until the “CAL” goes off. I08A0650 D11C01 10 ST ARTING AND DRIVING 189 5[...]

If the “CAL” is not displayed, but compass calibration is requir ed, press and hold the display switch for 12 sec- onds, or until “CAL” is displayed. W ith “CAL” dis- played, drive the vehicle in a circle at less than 5mph (8km/h) or less until the “CAL” goes off. Cleaning of the mirror When cleaning the mirror , use a paper towel o[...]

NOTE • After adjustment, return the lever to the center ed position. Press the left, right, up or down switches (B) to adjust the mirrors as desir ed. 1. Up 2. Down 3. Right 4. Left CRUISE/SPEED CONTROL Cruise/speed contr ol is an automatic speed control sys- tem. It lets you keep the same driving speed. Cruise/ speed control can be used at 25mph[...]

CAUTION! • For safety reasons, the main switch (A) should be set to the OFF position when you are not using the cruise/speed control system. • Cruise/speed control is not recommended when driving conditions will not allow you to stay at the same speed, such as in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy , snow-covered, wet, or slip- pery[...]

2. When the main switch (A) is ON, the “CRUISE” control light on the instr ument cluster will illuminate. 3. Pull the lever (B) down while driving at the desired speed. T o increase the set speed There ar e 2 ways to increase the set speed. I10A1670 I10A1500 ST ARTING AND DRIVING 193 5[...]

Cruise/speed control lever Pull the cruise/speed contr ol lever up and hold it. Y our speed will then gradually increase. When you r each your desired speed, r elease the switch. Y our cruising speed is now set. T o increase your speed in small amounts, pull the cruise/ speed control lever up for less than 1 second and r elease it. Each time you pu[...]

Cruise/speed control lever Pull the cruise/speed contr ol lever down and hold it while driving at the set speed, and you will slow down (coast) gradually . When your desired low speed is reached, r elease the lever . T o slow down in small amounts, press the cruise/speed control lever down for less than 1 second and r elease it. Each time you press[...]

T o accelerate for passing Press the accelerator pedal as you would normally . When you release the pedal, the cr uise/speed control will return to your set speed. T o deactivate The cruise/speed contr ol can be turned off as follows: 1. Push the main switch (A) at the end of the lever (Main switch OFF). 2. Pull the cruise/speed contr ol lever (B) [...]

3. By slightly tapping the brake pedal or pressing down on it to slow your speed. 4. By pressing the clutch pedal down (for vehicles with manual transaxle). 5. By moving the selector lever to “N” (for vehicles with automatic transaxle). 6. When your speed slows to 10 mph (15km/h) or more below the set speed because of a hill, etc. 7. When your [...]

procedur e: (1) The ignition key is turned OFF . (2) The main switch is turned OFF . T RACTION CONTROL (IF SO EQUIPPED) On slippery surfaces, traction control system pr events the drive wheels (front wheels) fr om excessive spinning, during starting or while accelerating in turns on slippery roads. NOTE • The traction control system functions at [...]

W arning light When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the warning light illuminate and go out after a few seconds. CAUTION • If the warning light illuminates, a malfunction may have occurred in the system. When this happens, have your vehicle checked at an authorized dealer . CATALYTIC CONVERTER The catalytic converter requir es the use of [...]

CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of an engine malfunction, particularly one involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly . Prolonged operation of your vehicle while it is overheated may result in damage[...]

8. Stop driving the vehicle if you think the performance is noticeably less, or that there is unnecessary engine miss, or any other engine trouble, such as with the ignition, etc. If it is impractical to stop driving immedi- ately , reduce the speed and drive for only a short time. Have an inspection made by an authorized dealer as soon as possible[...]

Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (including spar e tire) for pr oper pressure. Maintain specified tir e inflation pressur es. Replace tires before they ar e excessively worn. Lights Have someone observe the operation of all exterior lights while you activate the controls. Check the turn signals and highbeam indicators on the instrument pane[...]

6. Always obey applicable laws and regulations. Be a courteous and alert driver . Always leave room for unexpected events, such as sud- den braking. 7. Never drive when you are sleepy or fatigued. Never drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medica- tion. 8. Never leave the engine running while you take a short sleep/rest. Leaving the engi[...]

over curbs or parking stop blocks. Always use caution when traveling up or down sharp inclines as your bumper may contact the road surface. 2. Maintain specified tire inflation pr essures. Replace tires befor e they are excessively worn. 3. If you plan to drive in another country , comply with the vehicle registration laws and confirm the availabil[...]

W ARNING! Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. Y ou could be seriously burned. TRAILER TOWING W arranty Requirements The Manufacturer’s Passenger V ehicle W arranty will apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non-commercial use. However the following conditions must be met: • The maximum trailer load for vehicles with manua[...]

W eight limits Never exceed the maximum trailer weight (A), maximum tongue weight (B), Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR). I26A1290 206 ST ARTING AND DRIVING[...]

FOR PLEASANT DRIVING CONTENTS m Sun visors ............................ 2 1 1 ▫ T o adjust the sun visor position ........... 2 1 1 ▫ V anity mirror ........................ 2 1 2 m Accessory socket ....................... 2 1 3 m Cup holder ........................... 2 1 4 m Accessory boxes ....................... 2 1 5 ▫ Glove compartment [...]

▫ Fade .............................. 2 2 2 ▫ Graphic Equalizer ..................... 2 2 2 ▫ AM/FM Selection ..................... 2 2 2 ▫ Scan Button ......................... 2 2 2 ▫ T o Set The Radio Pushbutton Memory ...... 2 2 3 ▫ General Information ................... 2 2 3 ▫ T o Change From Clock T o Radio Mode ...... 2 2 3 ?[...]

▫ T uning ............................. 2 2 8 ▫ Balance ............................ 2 2 8 ▫ Fade .............................. 2 2 8 ▫ T one Control ........................ 2 2 8 ▫ MODE Selection ...................... 2 2 8 ▫ PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Selection ............. 2 2 8 ▫ Scan Button ......................... 2 2 8 ▫ T o S[...]

m V ents ................................ 2 3 7 ▫ Air flow rate and direction adjustments ...... 2 3 7 m Air conditioning ....................... 2 3 8 ▫ Control panel ........................ 2 3 8 ▫ Changing the blower speed ............... 2 3 9 ▫ Changing the temperature ............... 2 3 9 ▫ Changing mode selection ................[...]

SUN VISORS 1. T o reduce fr ont glare. 2. T o reduce side glar e. T o adjust the sun visor position 1. Remove the holder (A) from the hook (B), then move the sunvisor to the window . 2. Slide the sun visor and adjust the position. G10A0260 G10A0550 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 21 1 6[...]

W ARNING! • Do not attempt to adjust the sun visor while driving. This can be dangerous. V anity mirror A vanity mirr or is on the back of the sun visor . G10A0580 G13A0850 212 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING[...]

Opening the lid of the vanity mirror will automatically turn on the mirror lights (C). CAUTION! If the lid of the lighted vanity mirror is kept open for prolonged periods of time, the battery may be dis- charged. ACCESSORY SOCKET T wo accessory sockets are pr ovided in the center console. T o use a “plug-in” type accessory , insert it in the so[...]

CAUTION! • Be sure to use a “plug-in” type accessory operat- ing on 12V and at 120W or less. Extended use of electronic equipment with the engine off may run down the battery . • When the accessory socket is not in use, be sure to close the socket cap. This will prevent the socket from becoming clogged and short circuiting. • Many accesso[...]

CAUTION! Do not drink beverages while driving the vehicle; doing so could distract you and result in an accident. REAR SEA T Cup holders are pr ovided at each side for the rear passengers. ACCESSORY BOXES Convenient storage space is located throughout the ve- hicle. 1. Door pockets 2. Center console 3. Center accessory box 4. Glove compartment G34H[...]

Glove compartment T o open the glove compartment, pull the lever . W ARNING! An open glove compartment door can result in serious injury to the front passenger in an accident, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Al- ways keep the glove compartment door closed when driving. NOTE : If the glove compartment is opened, the glove compartment[...]

Center console with lid Small articles can be stored in center console. T o open the center console, pull up on the front of the lid. T runk net (if so equipped) Attach the net to hooks according to the illustration. Keep the net stored in the tr unk so it can be used at any time. G14C0430 G17E0270 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 217 6[...]

ELECTRONIC DIGIT AL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. Clock setting procedure 1. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press either the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the ra[...]

Signal transmission FM signals do not follow the earth’s surface nor are they reflected by the upper atmospher e. For this reason, FM broadcasts cannot be r eceived over long distances. AM signals follow the earth’s surface and are r eflected by the upper atmosphere. For this r eason, AM br oadcasts can be received over longer distances. Weak r[...]

The direct signal fr om the broadcast station reaches the antenna slightly before the r eflected signal. This time differ ence may cause some reception disturbance or flutter . This typically occurs in urban areas. Cross modulation If one listens to a weak station and is in the vicinity of another strong station, both stations might be r eceived si[...]

FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbances as AM. AM reception is sensitive to electrical distur- bances such as power lines, lightning and other types of similar electrical phenomena. WHIP ANTENNA T o remove the whip antenna, turn it counter clockwise. CAUTION! It is recommended to remove the whip antenna before going into an auto[...]

Power Switch, V olume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. Seek Button (Radio Mode) Press and r elease the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tun[...]

T o stop the search, pr ess SCAN a second time. T o Set The Radio Pushbutton Memory When you are r eceiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory , press the SET button. SET 1 will show in the display window . Select the push-button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a station is not selected [...]

Seek Button Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the curr ent selection. Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backwar d 1 to 6 selections. Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection, twice to move 2 selections, etc. Fast Forward (FF) Press the [...]

Noise Reduction The Dolby noise reduction system* is on whenever the tape player is on, but may be switched off. T o turn off the Dolby noise r eduction system: Press the NR button (button 2) after you insert the tape. The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby NR System is off. The Dolby NR System is automatically reactivated each time[...]

released. Pr ess the R W (Rewind) button and the CD player will reverse thr ough the tracks until the button is released. Program Button 4 (Random Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK U[...]

Maintain your cassette tape player . The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport. The other adverse condition is low or “muddy” sound from one or both chann[...]

Seek Button (Radio Mode) Press and r elease the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will by- pass stations without stopping until you release i[...]

T o Set The Pushbutton Memory When you are r eceiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory , press the SET button. SET 1 will show in the display window . Select the push-button you wish to lock onto this station and press and r elease that button. If a station is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button, the s[...]

will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. Seek Button Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to r eturn to the beginning of the current selection. FF /TUNE/ RW Button Press the FF (Fast Forwar d) button and the CD player will [...]

Playing Discs The radio display indicates the CD number (the slot where the CD is loaded), and the curr ent track being played at the time. If more than one CD is loaded in the CD changer , it automatically plays the next CD after playing the last track of the current CD. If ther e is only one CD loaded, it will automatically return to the first tr[...]

5. Seek down / Rewind APS button / T rack down button 6. V olume down button NOTE: • Do not push two or more of the steering wheel remote contr ol switches at the same time. How to adjust the volume V olume up button - 2 The volume will increase when this button is pr essed. V olume down button - 6 The volume will decrease when this button is pr [...]

T o listen to a tape T o operate the APS (Automatic Program Sensor) system The start of each song on a prer ecorded music tape can be found by using the Fast forward APS button (1) or Rewind APS button (5). As many as 7 pr ograms can be skipped over in this manner . Fast forward APS operation: Press the APS button (1) to the number of songs you des[...]

Handling of Compact Discs (1) Use only the type of compact discs that have the mark shown in the illustration above. (Playback of CD-R discs may cause problems. CD-R W discs cannot be played.) (2) The use of special shaped, damaged compact discs (like cracked discs) or low-quality compact discs (like warped discs or burrs on the discs) such as thos[...]

(3) In the following circumstances, moistur e can form on compact discs and inside the audio system, prevent- ing normal operation. • When there is high humidity (for example, when it is raining). • When the temperature suddenly rises, such as right after the heater is turned on in cold weather . In this case, wait until the moisture has had ti[...]

Do not wipe in a circle. Never use any chemicals such as benzine, paint thinner , a disc spray cleaner , or an anti-static agent on the disc. (8) Do not use a ball point pen, felt pen, pencil, etc. to write on the label surface of the disc. (9) Do not put additional labels (A) or stickers (B) on compact discs. Also, do not use any compact disc on w[...]

This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repo- sitioning of the antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation. V ENTS 1. Center vents 2. Side vents Air flow rate and direction adjustments Center and side vents H16A3610 H1[...]

Change the direction of the airflow fr om side to side by moving the knob (A). Change the vertical direction of the air flow up and down by pushing the top button edge of the vents. NOTE : On rare occasions, air fr om the vents of an air-conditioned vehicle may look like fog. This is moist air suddenly cooled and there is no abnormality in the air [...]

Changing the blower speed The blower may be operated (when the ignition key is in the ON position) at 4 differ ent speeds. Select the best speed to fit your needs. When the blower switch is set to the ‘ ‘O’ ’ position, all air conditioning functions will stop. Changing the temperature Select the desired temperatur e level by turning the tem[...]

Changing mode selection T o change air flow to the differ ent outlets, turn the mode selection dial to the desired position. Face position Air flows exclusively to the upper part of the passenger compartment. H03I0670 H13D0543 240 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING[...]

Foot/face position Air flows to the upper part of the passenger compart- ment and flows to the leg area. NOTE : Air flows mostly to the upper part of the pas- senger compartment with the dial within position (1), and flows mostly to the leg area with the dial within position (2). H13D0553 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 241 6[...]

Foot position Air flows mainly to the leg area. Foot/defroster position Air flows to the leg area, windshield, and door windows. H13D0563 H13D0573 242 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING[...]

NOTE : Air flows mostly to the leg area with the dial within position (1), and flows mostly to the windshield with the dial within position (2). Defroster position Air flows exclusively to the windshield and door win- dows. H13D0583 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING 243 6[...]

NOTE : When the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” or “ ” position, the air conditioning compressor will operate automatically . The outside air position will also be selected automatically . (In this case, the air condition- ing indicator will not change.) This is done for optimum performance. Changing air selection Normally use the “[...]

Air conditioning switch The air conditioning can be operated while the engine is running. Push the switch, and the air conditioning (cooling/ dehumidifying function) will operate. When “ON”, the operation indicator lamp (A) will illuminate. Push the switch again and the air conditioning will stop. CAUTION! When using the air conditioning, the i[...]

How to use the controls Heating Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the illustration and set the air selection switch (A) to the “outside” position. Adjust the temperature by turning the temperatur e con- trol dial clockwise. Select the desir ed blower speed. NOTE : When maximum heating is needed, set the blower speed to the fo[...]

T o keep the windshield and door windows defogged, and to keep leg area heated (when driving in rain or snow). 1. Set the mode selection dial to the position. 2. Adjust the blower to the desired speed. 3. Set the desired temperatur e. For quick defrosting 1. Set the mode selection dial to the position. 2. Adjust the blower to the maximum blower spe[...]

Combination of unheated air and heated air Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the illustration and set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position. The air will be directed to the leg ar ea and the upper part of the passenger compartment. Select the desired blower speed. W arm air flows to the leg area and unheated or sli[...]

Adjust the temperature by turning the temperatur e con- trol dial clockwise or counter clockwise. Select the desired blower speed. NOTE : If the outside air is dusty or otherwise contami- nated, or if maximum cooling performance is desired, set air selection switch (A) to the recir culation position and the temperature contr ol dial all the way to [...]

CAUTION! The air conditioning system in your vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant HFC-134a and the lubri- cant SUN-P AG 56. Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will cause severe damage which will result in the need to replace your vehicle’s entire air conditioning system. The release of refrigerant into the atmosphere is not recomme[...]

VEHICLE CARE CONTENTS m Cleaning the inside of your vehicle ......... 2 5 3 ▫ Plastic, vinyl leather , fabric, and flocked parts . . 253 ▫ Upholstery .......................... 2 5 3 ▫ Genuine leather (if so equipped) ........... 2 5 4 m Cleaning the outside of your vehicle ........ 2 5 4 ▫ Foreign material ....................... 2 5 4 ▫[...]

In order to maintain the value and good looks of your vehicle, perform regular maintenance using pr oper ma- terials and procedur es. Be sure to use only those materials and pr ocedures that are in compliance with all local envir onmental pollution control r egulations. Carefully select the materials to be used to be sure that they do not contain c[...]

CLEANING THE INSIDE OF YOUR VEHICLE After cleaning the inside of your vehicle with cleaner , wipe it dry in a shady , well ventilated area. CAUTION! Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions. These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or cracking of the surface. If you use clean[...]

Genuine leather (if so equipped) 1. Lightly wipe with a soft cloth soaked in a 5% solution of neutral detergent and water . 2. Dip the cloth in fresh water and wring it out well. Using this cloth, wipe off the deter gent thoroughly . 3. Apply a leather protecting agent to the genuine leather surface. NOTE 1. If genuine leather is wet with water , w[...]

W ashing Chemicals contained in the dirt and dust picked up from air , rain, snow , or road surface can damage the paint coat and body of your vehicle if left in prolonged contact. Frequent washing and waxing is the best way to pr otect your vehicle from this damage. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight. Park the vehicle in the shade and spra[...]

CAUTION! • Some types of washers (including coin-operated washers) apply high temperature and high pres- sure to the vehicle, which may cause heat distor- tion and damage to the resin parts of the vehicle body , leakage of water into the vehicle, etc. There- fore, be sure to observe the following. • Maintain a good distance of approx. 16 in. (4[...]

W axing your vehicle W ax your vehicle once or twice a year , or when painted surfaces do not shed water well. Apply a small amount of wax to painted surfaces with a soft cloth. After the wax has dried, polish with a dry soft cloth. Do not wax your vehicle in direct sunlight. Y ou should wax after the surfaces have cooled. CAUTION! • W axes conta[...]

Polishing your vehicle If painted surfaces have been severely damaged and lost their original luster and color tone, polish the surface lightly with a fine polishing compound. A void limiting your polishing to the damaged surface only; polish a somewhat wider area, moving the polishing cloth in one direction. After polishing, flush the compound fro[...]

Chrome parts T o prevent spots and corr osion of chrome parts, wash with water , dry thoroughly , and apply a nonabrasive automotive wax. If the chrome is sever ely damaged or pitted use a commercially available chr ome polish. Aluminum wheels (if so equipped) A protective coating is provided over aluminum wheels. Clean aluminum wheels with a clean[...]

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EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m If the vehicle breaks down ................ 2 6 3 ▫ If the engine quits ..................... 2 6 3 m Operation under adverse driving conditions ... 2 6 3 ▫ If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow .............................. 2 6 3 ▫ O n a w e t r o a d ........................ 2 6 4 ▫ On snowy or icy roa[...]

▫ Headlights .......................... 2 9 5 ▫ Adjustment of headlight aim .............. 2 9 7 ▫ Front turn signal and parking lights ......... 2 9 7 ▫ Front fog lights (if so equipped) ........... 2 9 8 ▫ Front side marker lights ................. 3 0 0 ▫ Rear combination lights ................. 3 0 1 ▫ High-mounted stop light ...[...]

IF THE VEHICLE BREAKS DOWN If the vehicle breaks down on the r oad, move to the shoulder and activate the hazard warning flashers. If there is no shoulder , or the shoulder is not safe, drive in the right lane, slowly , with the hazard flashers activated, until you reach a safe place to stop. Keep the flashers activated. If the engine quits If the [...]

W ARNING! When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that the area around the vehicle is clear of people. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch forward or backward, causing injury to by-standers. On a wet road CAUTION! • A void flooded roads. W ater depth can be decep- tive, and you could be serious[...]

CAUTION! • When driving in rain, a layer of water may form between the tires and the road surface (hydroplan- ing). This reduces a tire’s frictional resistance on the road, resulting in loss of steering stability and braking capability . When driving on a wet road, observe the following: (a) Drive your vehicle at a safe speed. (b) Do not drive [...]

SPARE TIRE, JACK AND TOOL SET STORAGE The spare tir e, jack and tool set are stowed in the trunk. Handling spare tire Remove the installation clamp to remove the spar e tire. T o install the spare tir e, tighten the clamp firmly with your fingers until the spare tir e has no more play . N01A1180 T ool set Jack N03A1870 Clamp Loosen 266 EMERGENCIES[...]

Jack T o remove T urn the shaft end so that the jack contracts and detach it from the storage bracket. T o store T urn the shaft end by hand to expand the jack until it is secured firmly in position. COMPACT SPARE TIRE The compact spare tir e is designed to save space in the trunk and its lighter weight makes it easier to use if a flat tire occurs.[...]

CAUTION! • A void rapid starting and braking with a compact spare tire. • A void driving through automatic vehicle washes and over obstacles that could possibly damage the vehicle’s under-carriage. Because the tire is smaller than the original tire, vehicle ground clearance is slightly reduced. • As the compact spare tire is specifically de[...]

NOTE : The wheel cover is made of plastic; use caution when prying it off. NOTE : Some styles of wheels will have bolt-on type wheel covers. T o remove this style, r emove the bolts that hold the cover to the wheel. CAUTION! T rying to simply remove the wheel cover with your bare hands may severely injure your fingers. T o install Align the air val[...]

Before installing the wheel cover to the wheel, make sur e that the opening with the symbol mark is correctly aligned with the air valve. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING If a tire must be changed, do so only after making sur e the vehicle is stopped in a safe, flat location. Jacking up the vehicle 1. Park the vehicle on level and stable ground. 2. Switch[...]

5. Place the jack under one of the jacking points shown in the illustration. Use the jacking point closest to the tire being changed. C = Jacking point W ARNING! • Do not set the jack at any other position on the vehicle than those specified. If the jack is set at a wrong position, the body of the vehicle could be dented or the jack might fall ov[...]

6. Rotate the jack by hand until the flange portion (D) fits in the groove at the top of the jack. NOTE: Before use, turn the top of jack and set it as shown in the illustration. N22A1450 N21C0280 272 EMERGENCIES[...]

7. Remove the wheel nut wrench and bar fr om the tool bag (located inside the trunk). 8. Insert the bar (E) into the wheel nut wrench (F). Then attach the end of the bar to the jack end, as shown in the illustration. Slowly rotate the wheel nut wr ench until the tire is slightly raised off the gr ound surface. N22A1830 N22A0010 EMERGENCIES 273 8[...]

W ARNING! • Before using the jack, chock or block the wheel that is tire diagonally opposite the jacking point. • Stop jacking up the vehicle when the tire is raised off the ground. It is dangerous to raise the vehicle any higher . • Do not get under the vehicle while using the jack. • A void jarring the raised vehicle or leaving it support[...]

9. Remove the wheel nuts with the wheel nut wrench, then take the wheel off. CAUTION! Handle the wheel cover carefully when replacing the flat tire, to avoid the wheel surface becoming scratched and causing premature corrosion. W ARNING! Mount the spare wheel with the valve stem (G) on the side facing outward, not on the side facing the vehicle. Mo[...]

10. Clear out any mud, etc. on the hub surface, hub bolts or in the installation holes in the wheel, and then mount the spare tir e. 1 1. Install the spare wheel with the nut’s tapered end facing inward, then tighten by hand until the wheel is no longer loose. CAUTION! Never apply oil to either wheel bolts or nuts as it can cause them to overtigh[...]

12. Lower the vehicle slowly and then tighten the nuts in the sequence shown in the illustration until each nut has been tightened to the specified torque. 88 to 108 N • m (65 to 80 ft lb) CAUTION! Never use extra force with your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension as you can over- tighten the nut. 13. Lower and remove the jack, and [...]

14. Check tire inflation pr essure. T ire inflation pressur e specifications are shown on a placar d located on the driver ’s side ‘‘B’ ’-Pillar . CAUTION! • The emergency tire is to be used only temporarily when the standard tire is damaged. Repair the damaged tire as soon as possible. Replace the emergency tire with the standard tire.[...]

ENGINE OVERHEATING If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator enters the “H” (hot) position, the engine may be overheated. In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appr opriate ac- tion. • On the highways — Slow down. • In city traffic — While stopped, put transaxle in neutral[...]

W ARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition key to the OFF position. The fan is temperature con- trolled and can start at any time the ignition key is in the ON position. • Y ou or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator . If you see or hear steam com[...]

connection. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad ground could damage the electrical systems. CAUTION! Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery . If the other system isn’t 12-volts, both sys- tems can be damaged. 3. Y ou could be injured if the vehicles move. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an[...]

5. Connect one end of one booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery (A), and the other end to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (B). NOTE : Remove the terminal cover before connecting the booster cable to the positive terminal of the battery . Use the proper cables suitable for the battery size. Otherwise h[...]

6. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (B), and the other end to the engine block of the vehicle with the discharged battery (A) at the point farthest fr om the battery . W ARNING! • Be sure to observe the connecting sequence of ① → ② → ③ → ④ . • Make sure that the connecti[...]

W ARNING! • Charging the battery installed in the vehicle might cause the battery to catch fire and explode. Or , damage to the vehicle could result. If it has to be charged in that condition for unavoidable reasons, disconnect the vehicle side negative lead. • Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the battery because the battery may pro[...]

CAUTION! • T ie-down hooks should never be used for towing purposes. • This vehicle can NOT be towed by a tow truck using sling lift type equipment. This is to prevent the bumper from deformation. If this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift, dolly type or flat bed equipment. • Use the flat bed type, dolly type or dolly type equipment if a vehicl[...]

CAUTION! • T owing should only be done by a professional tow service particularly if it will involve towing on winding roads, hills or heavy traffic. If you have any doubts, use a professional tow service. T owing—front wheel lift Place the gearshift lever (manual transaxle) to Neutral or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) in the “N” [...]

Fuse block T o prevent damage to the electrical system due to short- circuiting or overloading, each individual cir cuit is pro- vided with a fuse. There ar e fuse blocks in the passenger compartment and in the engine compartment. The fuse block in the passenger compartment is located on the driver’s side at the position shown in the illustration[...]

Fuse load capacities The fuse cover lists the names of the electrical systems and the fuse capacities. Spare fuses ar e contained in the cover of the instrument panel (driver ’s side). Always use a fuse of the same capacity for replacement. N29C0322 288 EMERGENCIES[...]

Passenger compartment fuse location Fuse location table No. Symbol Electrical system Capacity 1 Audio 20A 2 — —— 3 Sunroof 20A 4 SOCKET Accessory socket 15A 5 Rear window defogger 30A 6 Heater 30A 7 — —— 8 — —— 9 SOCKET Accessory socket 15A 10 Door lock 15A 11 Rear window wiper 15A 12 — —— 13 Relay 7.5A 14 R/C MIR Electric r[...]

Engine compartment Fuse location table No. Symbol Electrical system Capacity 1 Fuse (+B) 60A 2 Radiator fan motor 50A 3 Anti-lock braking system 60A 4 Ignition switch 40A 5 Electric window controls 30A 6 Fog lights 15A 7— — — 8 Horn 15A 9 Engine control 20A 10 Air conditioning 10A 11 Stop lights 15A 12 —— 13 Alternator 7.5A 14 Hazard warn[...]

No. Symbol Electrical system Capacity 22 Dome lights 10A 23 Audio 10A 24 Fuel pump 15A 25 Defroster 40A • Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle. Fuse application depends on the vehicle model, specifica- tions, or options. 7.5A BROWN 10A RED 15A LIGHT BLUE 20A YELLOW 30A GREEN 40A GREEN 50A RED 60A YELLOW Fuse replacement 1. Before r epl[...]

4. There is a fuse puller in the cover of the instr ument panel (driver ’s side). Remove the fuse puller , clamp it on the fuse you wish to remove, and pull the fuse straight out from the fuse block. If the fuse is not blown, some- thing else must be causing the problem; contact an authorized dealer to have the problem checked. 5. Insert a new fu[...]

CAUTION! • Never use a fuse with a capacity larger than that specified or any substitute, such as wire, foil, etc. Doing so will cause the circuit wiring to heat up and could cause a fire. • If the newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical system checked by an authorized dealer to find and correct the cause. REPLAC[...]

Description W attage or Candela Power ANSI T rade No. or Bulb type 5 - High-mounted stop light 18w 921 6 - Stop and tail light 32/2cp 2057 7 - Rear turn signal and tail light 32/2cp 2057 8 - Rear side marker light 5W W5W 9 - License plate light 3cp 168 10 - Back up light 32cp 1 156 Inside Description W attage or Candela Power Dome Light 10W Reading[...]

Headlights 1. Loosen the bolt (A), move the horn (B) (left side only). 2. Push the connector (C) to disconnect and remove the harness connector . N10C1760 N10C1880 EMERGENCIES 295 8[...]

3. Remove the locking cap (D) by turning it counter- clockwise. 4. Remove the bulb (E). N10C1890 N10C1900 296 EMERGENCIES[...]

CAUTION! • Never hold the halogen light bulb with a bare hand, dirty glove, etc. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlights are operated. If the glass surface is dirty , it should be cleaned with alcohol and installed after drying thor- oughly . Adjustment of headlight aim The alignment of the headlights sho[...]

Front fog lights (if so equipped) 1. Insert a screwdriver as shown in the illustration and remove the scr ews. 2. Slide the light unit outward to r emove it. T urn the light socket counterclockwise and pull it out. N10X1630 N10X1460 298 EMERGENCIES[...]

3. Pull both clips (A) away from the center as shown and remove the bulb fr om the socket by pulling out. 4. When mounting the light unit, align the pins (A) on the light unit with the holes in the body . N10X1700 N10X1740 EMERGENCIES 299 8[...]

CAUTION! • Never hold the halogen light bulb with a bare hand, dirty glove, etc. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the fog lights are operated. If the glass surface is dirty , it should be cleaned with alcohol and installed after drying thor- oughly . Front side marker lights T urn the light socket counterclockwis[...]

Rear combination lights 1. T urn the trim cover clip (A) counterclockwise and remove the trim cover clip. Partially r emove the trim cover in the trunk. 2. Remove the light case mounting nuts. Disconnect the connector . N20I0170 N20I0160 EMERGENCIES 301 8[...]

3. Slide the light unit outward to r emove it. Remove each bulb socket assembly by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning it counter - clockwise while pressing it inwar d. High-mounted stop light Remove the socket assembly and bulb together by turn- ing it counterclockwise. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling[...]

License plate light Remove the lens mounting screws, r emove the socket assembly and the bulb together by turning it counter- clockwise. And remove the bulb by pulling out. Back up lights 1. Remove the light mounting screw and pull the entir e light bracket out. N10J0310 N11H0140 EMERGENCIES 303 8[...]

2. Push the connector (A) to disconnect and remove the light bulb. 3. Remove the entire socket and bulb assembly (B) by turning it counterclockwise. N11H0150 N1 1H0160 304 EMERGENCIES[...]

4. When mounting the light unit, align the pin (C) on the light unit with the hole in the body . T runk light Pull both clips away from the center as shown and remove the light unit. Then r emove the bulb by pulling out. N11H0170 N10O0230 Clips EMERGENCIES 305 8[...]

Dome light 1. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly and pry gently downward to r emove it. NOTE : W rap a cloth around the tip of the scr ewdriver to avoid scratching the light assembly . 2. Remove the light bulb from the light holder . N10M0380 N10M0410 306 EMERGENCIES[...]

Reading lights Insert a straight blade screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly and pry gently to remove the lens. Remove the light bulb from the light holder . NOTE : W rap a cloth around the tip of the straight blade screwdriver in or der to avoid scratching the lens. Rear personal light Insert the tip of a flat blade screwdriver at the e[...]

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MAINTENANCE CONTENTS m V iew of engine compartment .............. 3 1 1 m Service precautions ..................... 3 1 2 m Emission-control system maintenance ....... 3 1 3 m Emissions T esting ...................... 3 1 4 m Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ........ 3 1 4 m Replacement Parts ...................... 3 1 5 ▫ Fuel system (tank, fi[...]

▫ Disconnection and connection ............. 3 2 7 m Automatic transaxle ..................... 3 2 9 ▫ T o check the fluid level .................. 3 3 0 ▫ Procedur e for checking the fluid level ....... 3 3 0 m Manual transaxle ....................... 3 3 1 m Disc brake pads, rear dr um brake linings and rear wheel cylinders ................[...]

VIEW OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil level dipstick 5. Battery 6. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transaxle only) 7. Brake fluid reservoir 8. W indshield washer reservoir 9. Drive belt 10. Radiator cap 1 1. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick 12. Air clea[...]

NOTE : The Scheduled Maintenance Charts are located in the rear of this maintenance section. Always refer to the schedules for proper service intervals. SERVICE PRECAUTIONS Adequate care of your vehicle at r egular intervals serves to preserve the value and appearance as long as possible. Some maintenance items can be performed by the owner , while[...]

W ARNING! • The fan may turn on automatically even if the engine is not running; turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position and remove the key to ensure safety while you work in the engine compartment. • Do not smoke, or allow open flames around fuel or the battery . The fumes are flammable. • Be extremely cautious when working around t[...]

EMISSIONS TESTING In some localities, it may be or will become a legal requir ement to ensure that all emissions components and systems are functioning pr operly as a part of the test procedur e. The test center accomplishes this by checking the On Board Diagnostic System system (OBD) with an electronic scan tool. If your vehicle has r ecently been[...]

If the light is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur . Immediate service is requir ed. If the gas cap is not tightened properly , the light may come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time you add fuel. T ighten the cap until you hear it “click.” REPLACEMENT P ARTS Use of genuine Mopar parts for nor[...]

Air cleaner filter The air cleaner filter will become dirty and loaded with dust during use, and the filtering effect will be substan- tially reduced. Replace it with a new filter in accor dance with the schedule in this manual. 1. Unclamp the air cleaner cover . 2. T ake out the air cleaner filter . After replacing the air cleaner filter , reinsta[...]

Spark plugs Spark plugs must fire pr operly to assure proper engine performance and emission-control. Do not reuse spark plugs by cleaning or r egapping. Spark plugs should be replaced at the mileage specified on the scheduled maintenance chart. Y our vehicle may be equipped with standard type spark plugs or iridium tipped ones. Iridium tipped spar[...]

GENERAL MAINTENANCE The following pages contain the maintenance service recommended by the manufactur er . In addition to the general maintenance items for which fixed maintenance intervals have been specified, there ar e other items which are expected to operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance. However , if a malfunction of these items[...]

T o check and refill engine oil It is normal for an engine to consume some oil. Y ou may find it necessary to add oil between the recommended oil change intervals. Before starting the engine, check the engine oil level. Replenish if necessary . T o check the oil level, remove the dipstick, wipe it of f, and gently insert it fully into the crankcase[...]

T o replace the oil filter The oil filter should be replaced at the time or mileage specified on the scheduled maintenance chart. Y ou should be sure that any r eplacement filter used on this vehicle is a high quality filter . The manufacturer ’s specifications for Genuine DaimlerChrysler oil filters requir e that the filter be capable of withsta[...]

If you are unable to find oils with the ILSAC certification mark (“Starburst” symbol), an API classification SL, SL/CF oil with the above label. This mark appears on the top of the oil containers and has two distinct areas for identifying various aspects of the oil. 1. The top portion will indicate the quality of the oil. 2. The center portion [...]

ENGINE COOLANT T o check the coolant level The coolant reserve system pr ovides a quick visual method for determining the coolant level. When the engine is cold, the level of the coolant in the reserve tank should be between the FULL and LOW marks. The radiator normally remains completely full so ther e is no need to remove the radiator cap except [...]

Radiator cap The radiator cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and engine damage. W ARNING! Make sure that the engine is thoroughly cooled down before removing the radiator cap, otherwise hot steam or boiling coolant may gush from the filler port and scald you. Points to remember 1. Do not overfill the reserve tank. 2. A special r[...]

CLUTCH FLUID (MANUAL T RANSAXLE) T o check the clutch fluid The clutch fluid in the clutch master cylinder should be checked when performing other underhood services. In addition, the system should be checked for leakage at the same time. Check to make certain that the clutch fluid level is always between the MAX and MIN level mark- ings on the flu[...]

BA TTER Y The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting and to keep the vehicle’s electrical system work- ing properly . Check the battery regularly . If battery performance is suspect, have the battery and charging system tested by an authorized Mitsubishi dealer . NOTE 1. After replacing the battery , the electronic contr ol[...]

Insert the tip of a screwdriver at the edge of the cap, pry gently to remove the cap. The inside of the battery is divided into several compart- ments. Check the electrolyte level (A) in each cell. The electrolyte level must be within the range (B) shown in the illustration. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water . Do not overfil[...]

W ARNING! • If the battery goes flat, be sure to check the battery electrolyte level before connecting booster cables. • After checking the battery electrolyte level, make sure the caps are fitted securely . • If any of the caps has a loose fit, replace the battery . During cold weather The capacity of the battery is reduced at low tempera- t[...]

W ARNING! • Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running; doing so could damage the vehicle’ s electrical components. • Never short-circuit the battery; doing so could cause it to overheat and be damaged. • Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the battery because the battery may produce an explo- sion. • Electrolyte (b[...]

NOTE 1. Check each battery terminal for corrosion. If necessary , neutralize corrosion by washing with a solution of bak- ing soda and water . Apply grease to posts and clamps after cleaning or tightening. 2. Before cleaning the battery , tighten all filler port caps to prevent for eign matter from entering the battery . 3. Check to see if the batt[...]

T o check the fluid level The fluid level should be checked when the engine temperature gauge indicates a normal warmed up con- dition and the fluid in the transaxle is heated to its normal operating temperature. Operation with an im- proper fluid level will gr eatly reduce the life of the transaxle and the fluid. Procedure for checking the fluid l[...]

Special additives DaimlerChrysler does not recommend the addition of any fluid additives to the transaxle. MANUAL TRANSAXLE Add oil to maintain the proper level. Refill or change oil according to the scheduled maintenance table. Lubricant Gear Oil Classification GL-4 V iscosity range SAE75W -90 or 75W -85W DISC BRAKE P ADS, REAR DRUM BRAKE LININGS [...]

HOOD LOCK RELEASE MECHANISM AND SAFETY CA TCH The door hinges, trunk hinges, hood lock r elease mecha- nism and hood safety catch should be inspected, cleaned, and lubricated as requir ed to maintain ease of operation and to provide pr otection against rust and wear . Apply Multipurpose Grease NLGI Grade 2 sparingly to all sliding contact areas of [...]

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades occasionally . Periodic cleaning of the wiper blades is suggested to remove the accumula- tion of salt and road film. The wiper blade arms and glass areas should be cleaned with a sponge or cloth and a mild detergent or non-abrasive cleaner . If the blades continue to streak or smear , they should be r[...]

P ARKING BRAKE Check the parking brake lever travel occasionally . T o check, pull the lever slowly and count the number of clicks of the ratchet. For vehicles with rear dr um brakes: Y ou should feel the parking brake take hold between 5 to 7 clicks. For vehicles with rear disc brakes: Y ou should feel the parking brake take hold between 3 to 5 cl[...]

DRIVE BEL T (FOR GENERA TOR, W A TER PUMP , POWER STEERING PUMP) Check the tension of the drive belt. The deflection must be within specifications, when depressed at a point midway between the pulleys as shown in the illustrations with a force of about 100 N (22 lb.). Inspect the drive belt for evidence of cuts and cracks, and replace it if damaged[...]

Amount of belt deflection in (mm) Standard value Used belt New belt A .27 to .33 (6.9 to 8.5) .29 to .33 (7.4 to 8.5) .17 to .21 (4.4 to 5.4) B .46 to .61 (1 1.8 to 15.5) .50 to .57 (12.6 to 14.4) .34 to .44 (8.8 to 1 1.1) C .43 to .56 (1 1.0 to 14.3) .46 to .52 (1 1.7 to 13.3) .33 to .41 (8.4 to 10.4) D .33 to .43 (8.5 to 10.9) .35 to .40 (9.0 to [...]

2. The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tir e that has a particular side that must always face out- ward when mounted on a vehicle. • Rim : a metal support for a tire or a tir e and tube assembly upon which the tire beads ar e seated. T ire Markings Size Designation EXAMPLE: P215/65R15 P Passenger car tire size based on U.S.A. design st[...]

letters 9 LT 9 that ar e molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: L T235/85R16. • T emporary spare tir es are high pressur e compact spares designed for temporary emer gency use only . T ires designed to this standard have the letter 9 T 9 molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M[...]

EXAMPLE : DOT MA L9 ABCD 1504 DOT Department of T ransportation This symbol certifies that the tire is in compli- ance with U.S. Department of T ransportation tire safety standards, and is appr oved for highway use. MA Code repr esenting the tire manufacturing loca- tion. (2 digits) L9 ABCD Code repr esenting the tire size. (2 digits) Code used by [...]

V ehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repr e- sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum requir ed by law . Tire inflation pressures Proper tir e inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary areas ar e affected by improper tir e pressur e: 1. Sa[...]

one mile (1.6 km) after being stationary for three hours. Cold inflation pressur e must not exceed the maximum values molded into the tire sidewall. After driving several miles, tire inflation pr essure may increase 2 to 6 psi (14 to 41 kPa) over the cold inflation pressur e; do NOT let air out of the tires to match the specified cold pr essure, or[...]

Tire pressure for sustained high-speed driving For sustained high-speed driving, increase inflation pr es- sure 4 psi (28 kPa) above the r ecommended pressure but do not exceed the maximum cold inflation pressur e molded into the tire sidewall. Replacing tire and wheels CAUTION! • A void using different size tires from the one listed and the comb[...]

• V ehicle normal load on the tire : load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and nor - mal occupant weight and dividing by two. • Maximum loaded vehicle weight : the sum of – (a) Curb weight; (b) Accessory weight: (c) V ehicle capacity weight; and (d) Productio[...]

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figur e equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if the 9 XXX 9 amount equals 1400 lbs. and there wi[...]

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Cargo loads The load-carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the tire and loading information placar d. DO NOT USE the weight rating data provided on the safety certification label for determining vehicle passen- ger and/or cargo load capacity . For determining the combined weight of occupants and cargo, use the specifications pr ovided on th[...]

When the indicators appear in two or more adjacent grooves, tir e replacement is recommended. NOTE : The mark and the location of the tire wear indicator are dif ferent depending on tire manufactur ers. Tire rotation T o equalize wear and help extend tire life, DaimlerChrysler recommends that you r otate your tires at the mileage speci- fied on the[...]

CAUTION! Do not use the compact spare tire for tire rotation. Tire chains CAUTION! T ire chains are not recommended for your vehicle. The clearance between the chains and the body is small, and the body might be damaged. Snow tires Some areas of the country r equire the use of snow tires during winter . Standard tir es are of the all season type an[...]

REGULAR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The content and mileage interval can vary depending on model. ! 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or at 6 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspe[...]

! 24,000 Miles (38 000 km) or at 24 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALER[...]

! 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Check brake hoses for det[...]

! 54,000 Miles (86 000 km) or at 54 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 60 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter . ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Replace timing belt.* 1 * 1 : For California, Massachusetts and [...]

! 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 60 months ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and dam- age. ▫ Inspect ball joint and steering linkage seals for grease leaks and damage. ▫ Check and service exhaust system as requir ed (connection portion of muffler , muffler pipes and converter heat shields). ▫ Check fuel system for leak (tank, pipe l[...]

! 78,000 Miles (125 000 km) or at 78 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 84,000 Miles (134 000 km) or at 84 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear . ▫ Check brake hoses for deteriorat[...]

! 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 90 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 96,000 Miles (154 000 km) or at 96 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Check brake hoses for d[...]

! 1 14,000 Miles (183 000 km) or at 1 14 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 120 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter . ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Replace timing belt.* 1 * 1 : For California, Massachuse[...]

! 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 120 months ▫ Check fuel system for leak (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler tube cap). ▫ Check evaporative emission control system for leaks and clogging (except evaporative emission canister). ▫ Check distributor cap and rotor . ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tire[...]

! 9,000 Miles (14 000 km) or at 9 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and[...]

! 18,000 Miles (29 000 km) or at 18 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and dam- age. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 21,000 Miles (34 000 km) or at 21 months ▫ Change eng[...]

! 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter . ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Check drive belts condition (for the generator , water pump, power steering pump). ▫ Change manual transaxle oil. ▫ Change automatic transaxle fluid. ▫ Check fuel hoses condition. ▫ Inspect rear dr um brake linings and rea[...]

! 36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and dam- age. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers fo[...]

! 48,000 Miles (77 000 km) or at 48 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. ▫ Inspect suspension[...]

! 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) ▫ Replace air cleaner filter . ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Check drive belts condition (for the generator , water pump, power steering pump). ▫ Replace timing belt.* 1 * 1 : For California, Massachusetts and V ermont this maintenance is recommended but not r e- quired. ▫ Change manual transaxle fluid[...]

! 63,000 Miles (100 000 km) or at 63 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 66,000 Miles (106 000 km) or at 66 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ In[...]

! 75,000 Miles (120 000 km) or at 75 months ▫ Replace air cleaner filter . ▫ Replace spark plugs, standard type. ▫ Inspect rear dr um brake linings and rear wheel cylinders (except vehicles with disc brakes) for wear and leaks of all wheels. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Ro[...]

! 84,000 Miles (134 000 km) or at 84 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ Check automatic transaxle fluid level. ▫ Check brake hoses for deterioration or leaks. ▫ Inspect drive shaft boots for grease leaks and damage. ▫ Inspect suspensio[...]

! 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 90 months ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and dam- age. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 93,000 Miles (149 000 km) or at 93 months ▫ Change e[...]

! 102,000 Miles (163 000 km) or at 102 months ▫ Replace spark plugs, platinum-tipped type. ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leaks. ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ Inspect suspension system for looseness and dam- age. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 105,0[...]

! 1 1 1,000 Miles (178 000 km) or at 1 11 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. MILEAGE/ MONTHS DEALERSHIP NAME/CODE DA TE REP AIR ORDER # ! 1 14,000 Miles (182 000 km) or at 1 14 months ▫ Change engine oil and engine oil filter . ▫ Rotate tires. ▫ Inspect disc brake pads, rotors and calipers for wear and leak[...]

! 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 120 months ▫ Change manual transaxle fluid. ▫ Change automatic transaxle fluid. ▫ Check fuel hoses condition. ▫ Flush and replace engine coolant. ▫ Check coolant hoses (radiator hose, heater hose). ▫ Inspect rear dr um brake linings and rear wheel cylinders (except vehicles with disc brakes) for wear a[...]

SPECIFICA TIONS CONTENTS m V ehicle labeling ........................ 3 7 2 ▫ 1 - V ehicle emission control information label . . 372 ▫ 2 - V ehicle identification number plate ....... 3 7 2 ▫ 3 - V ehicle information code plate .......... 3 7 2 ▫ 4 - Air conditioner label ................. 3 7 2 ▫ 5 - Engine serial number ...............[...]

V EHICLE LABELING Keep a recor d of the vehicle identification number as such information will assist the police if your vehicle is stolen. 1 -V ehicle emission control information label The vehicle emission control information label is af fixed on the underside panel of the engine hood. 2 -V ehicle identification number plate This is stamped on th[...]

5 - Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the illustrations. B02B0540 4 Cylinder B02B0550 6 Cylinder SPECIFICA TIONS 373 10[...]

6 - Tire and loading information placard The tire inflation pr essure label is located on the inside sill of the driver ’s door . 7 - Certification label The certification label is located on the inside sill of the driver’s door . BATTERY BCI Group NO.86 Battery is 12 volts. NOTE : There ar e various size of the batteries in the BCI Group No.86[...]

GENERAL VEHICLE DATA Overall length 190.9in (4,850mm) Overall width 70.3in (1,785mm) Overall height 53.9in (1,370mm) Wheel base 103.7in (2,635mm) TIRES AND WHEELS Item 2.4 liter 3.0 liter SE R/T Ti r e T ype Radial, tubeless Size P205/60R16 91H P215/50R17 90H Spare tir e T125/70D16 Wheel T ype Steel/Aluminum* Aluminum Size 16x6JJ 17x6 1/2JJ PCD 4.5[...]

Cargo loads capacity: 150 lbs (68kg) time the des- ignated seating capacity , subtract from the vehicle capacity weight. CAUTION! Do not use the gross vehicle weight rating data provided in the chart or on the safety certification label for determining vehicle passenger and/or cargo load capacity . Use the values provided on the tire and loading in[...]

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Item Specifications Engine model 4 Cylinder 6 Cylinder Engine displacement 2,351dm 3 (143.4 CID) 2,972dm 3 (181.3 CID) No. of cylinders and cylinder arrangement 4 in-line 6 - V60 ° Bore 86.5 mm (3.41 in) 91.1 mm (3.58 in) Stroke 100 mm (3.94 in) 76.0 mm (2.99 in) Compression ratio 9.0 9.0 Controlled by-pass thermostat 88 °C [...]

CAPACITIES Item Capacity Recommended Lubricants Fuel (approximate) 62dm 3 (16.3 gal) — Engine oil Oil pan 4dm 3 (4.2 qt) Engine oils displaying ILSAC certification symbol or conforming to the API classification SL, SL/CF Oil filter 0.3dm 3 (0.32 qt) Power steering 1.2dm 3 (1.3 qt) Diamond A TF Automatic transaxle 4 Cyl.: 7.7dm 3 (8.2 qt) 6 Cyl.: [...]

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle ....................... 3 8 0 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 3 8 0 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 3 8 0 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 3 8 0 m If Y ou Need Assistance .................. 3 8 0 m W arranty Info[...]

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty , discuss additional charges with the service manager . Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s[...]

• If for some reason you ar e still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact the DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center . Any communication to the DaimlerChrysler Motors Cor- poration Custome[...]

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation has installed spe- cial TDD (T elecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center . Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewri[...]

MOP AR P ARTS Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are avail- able from your DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation dealer . They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. CUSTOMER ARBITRA TION BOARD In the 50 United States, and W ashington, D.C., if a warranty dispute has not been resolved to your satisfac- tion, you may submi[...]

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DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the National highway T raffic Safety Adminis- tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car . All Passenger Car T ires Must Con[...]

T emperature A, B, C The temperature grades ar e A (the highest), B and C, repr esenting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperatures can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and r educe tir[...]

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Accessory boxes ........................ 2 1 5 Accessory (installation) ................... 2 5 0 Adding Fuel .......................... 1 4 9 Air cleaner filter ........................ 3 1 6 Air conditioning ........................ 2 3 8 Aluminum wheel ....................... 2 5 9 Antenna .............................. 2 2 1 Anti-lock braking s[...]

Cassette T ape and Player Maintenance ....... 2 2 6 Cassette T ape Player .................. 221,223 CD Player ......................... 221,229 Center console ......................... 2 1 7 Center console box ...................... 2 1 5 Charging system warning light .......... 109,1 16 Check engine/malfunction indicator lamp . 109,1 17 Child res[...]

Engine coolant ......................... 3 2 2 Engine coolant level warning light .......... 1 0 9 Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 108,1 13 Engine hood release ...................... 4 2 Engine oil and oil filter .................. 3 1 8 Engine overheating ..................... 2 7 9 Engine serial number .................... 3 7 3 Engine s[...]

Headlight flasher (high/low beam) ........ 1 2 3 Switch ............................. 1 2 2 Heater ............................... 2 3 8 High beam indicator .................. 109,1 14 High-mounted stoplights Bulb capacity ........................ 2 9 3 Homelink T ransmitter ................... 1 3 4 Horn switch ........................... 1 3 4 Ig[...]

Odometer .......................... 108,1 12 Oil pressur e gauge ...................... 1 0 8 Oil pressur e warning light ............. 109,1 16 Oil Engine oil ........................... 3 1 8 Onboard Diagnostic System ............... 3 1 4 Opener , Garage Door .................... 1 3 4 Operation during cold weather ............. 2 0 4 Operation [...]

Seats Front seats ........................... 5 7 Rear seats ............................ 6 6 SECURITY indicator ................ 49,109,1 14 Service Assistance ...................... 3 8 0 Service Manuals ........................ 3 8 5 Setting the clock ........................ 2 1 8 Severe maintenance schedule .............. 3 5 7 Snow tires ....[...]

T ire chains .......................... 3 4 8 T read wear indicators .................. 3 4 6 T ools ................................ 2 6 6 T owing .............................. 2 8 4 T railering ........................... 2 0 5 T railer T owing ......................... 2 0 5 T ransaxle Automatic transaxle ................... 1 5 5 Autostick ...[...]