GMC JIMMY 2001 User Manual
Every 2001 Jimmy/Envoy
under warranty is backed with the following services:
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2001 GMC Jimmy/Envoy
Owner's Manual
Litho in U.S.A. | © Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 |
Part Number X2111 A First Edition | All Rights Reserved |
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| Table of Contents | |
| Seats and Restraint Systems | |
Section 1 | Seats and Seat Controls | Air Bag Systems |
| Safety Belts | Restraint Systems for Children |
| Features and Controls | |
Section 2 | Windows | Cruise Control |
| Keys and Door Locks | Exterior and Interior Lamps |
| Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) | Mirrors |
| Endgate/Liftgate | Storage Compartments |
| Automatic Transmission (If Equipped) | Luggage Carrier (If Equipped) |
| Manual Transmission (If Equipped) | Accessory Power Outlets |
| OnStar® System (If Equipped) | |
| Parking Brake | Sunroof (If Equipped) |
| Tilt Wheel | HomeLink® Transmitter (If Equipped) |
| Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever | Instrument Panel, Warning Lights and Gages |
| Windshield Wipers |
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Table of Contents (cont'd)
Section 3
Section 4
Section 5
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
Heating and Air Conditioning | Radio |
Setting the Radio Clock | Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) |
Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player |
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Your Driving and the Road
Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle | Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions |
Defensive Driving | |
Drunken Driving | Recreational Vehicle Towing |
Control of a Vehicle | Loading Your Vehicle |
Braking | Towing a Trailer |
Steering |
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| Problems on the Road |
Hazard Warning Flashers | Engine Overheating |
Jump Starting | Changing a Flat Tire |
Towing Your Vehicle | If You're Stuck |
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| Table of Contents (cont'd) |
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| Service and Appearance Care |
Section 6 | Fuel | Tires and Wheels |
| Checking Fluids and Lubricants | Appearance Care |
| Engine Air Cleaner/Filter | Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers |
| Brakes | Capacities and Specifications |
| Bulb Replacement | Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts |
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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| Maintenance Schedule |
Section 7 | Scheduled Maintenance | Recommended Fluids and Lubricants |
| Owner Checks and Services | Maintenance Records |
| Periodic Maintenance Inspections |
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Table of Contents (cont'd)
Section 8
Section 9
Customer Assistance Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedures | Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual) |
Customer Assistance Offices | Reporting Safety Defects on page |
Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation | Service Publications |
Index
In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.
Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide
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Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you're on the road.
If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.
We support voluntary technician certification.
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a
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About Driving Your Vehicle
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read the
How to Use this Manual
Many people read their owner's manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures and words work together to explain
things quickly.
Safety Warnings and Symbols
You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.
CAUTION:
These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don't, you or others could be hurt.
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You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means ªDon't,º ªDon't do thisº or ªDon't let this happen.º
Vehicle Damage Warnings
Also, in this book you will find these notices:
NOTICE:
These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.
In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words.
You'll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
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Vehicle Symbols
These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. Also see ªWarning Lights and Gagesº in the Index.
For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:
CAUTION
POSSIBLE
INJURY
PROTECT
EYES BY
SHIELDING
CAUSTIC
BATTERY
ACID COULD
CAUSE
BURNS
AVOID
SPARKS OR
FLAMES
SPARK OR
FLAME
COULD
EXPLODE
BATTERY
These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:
CHILD
RESTRAINT
TOP STRAP
ANCHOR
DOOR LOCK
UNLOCK
FASTEN
SEAT
BELTS
POWER
WINDOW
AIR BAG
These symbols have to do with your lamps:
MASTER
LIGHTING
SWITCH
TURN
SIGNALS
PARKING
LAMPS
HAZARD
WARNING
FLASHER
DAYTIME
RUNNING
LAMPS
FOG LAMPS
These symbols are on some of your controls:
WINDSHIELD
WIPER
WINDSHIELD
WASHER
WINDSHIELD
DEFROSTER
REAR
WINDOW
DEFOGGER
VENTILATING FAN
These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights:
ENGINE
COOLANT
TEMP
BATTERY
CHARGING
SYSTEM
BRAKE
COOLANT
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE
BRAKES
Here are some other symbols you may see:
FUSE
LIGHTER
HORN
FUEL
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Service Station Guide
For
a More
Detailed Look at
What's Under the Hood
See Section 6
Hood Release
See Section 6
Windshield Washer
Fluid
See Section 6
Battery | Cooling System | Tire Pressure | |
See Section 6 | |||
See Section 5 | See Section 6 | ||
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Spare Tire Pressure
See Section 5 & 6
Engine Oil Dipstick |
| Fuel |
See Section 6 | Oil Viscosity | Use unleaded only. |
Engine Oil
See Section 6
See Section 6
for octane ratings.
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
Here you'll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Seats and Seat Controls |
| Rear Seat Passengers | ||
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Safety Belts: They're for Everyone |
| Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for | ||
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About |
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| Children and Small Adults | |
| Safety Belts |
| Center Rear Passenger Position | |
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly |
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Driver Position |
| Children | ||
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy |
| Restraint Systems for Children | ||
Right Front Passenger Position |
| Older Children | ||
Air Bag System |
| Safety Belt Extender | ||
Center Front Passenger Position |
| Checking Your Restraint Systems | ||
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| Replacing Restraint System Parts | ||
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| After a Crash |
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Seats and Seat Controls
This section tells you about the seats
Manual Front Seat
CAUTION:
You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don't want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Move the lever located under the front of the manual seat up to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place.
Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, there will be a knob on the outboard side of the driver's and passenger's bucket seats.
Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support.
Power Seats (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, there will be a control on the outboard side of your seat.
Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or lowering the forward edge of
the control.
Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control. Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole control toward the
front or the rear of the vehicle.
Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the whole seat.
Vertical Control: Move the reclining front seatback forward or rearward by moving the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, it is located on the outboard side of the seat(s).
Press and hold the front of the control until you have the desired lumbar support. To decrease lumbar support, press and hold the rear of the control.
Memory Seat (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, the control located on the outboard side of the driver's seat looks like this.
Use this memory function to save your seat cushion and seatback settings by using the following procedure:
1.Adjust the driver's seat to a safe and comfortable driving position.
2.Press the SET button and then one of the two numbered memory buttons. You will hear a chime for each button pushed to confirm that your settings have been placed in memory.
3.To program your keyless entry transmitter, if equipped, press the UNLOCK button within five seconds of programming the memory button. You will hear a chime to confirm programming of the transmitter.
When your vehicle is in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake is engaged for a manual transmission, push and release the numbered memory button you just stored. The seat will move to the set position. You will hear one chime.
Pressing the UNLOCK button of a keyless entry transmitter will adjust the seat to the corresponding stored memory position. You will hear one chime.
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to readjust the seat. The transmitter need not be reprogrammed unless it needs to correspond to the other numbered memory button.
To set the seat for a second driver, follow the previous steps, but use the other numbered button and the other keyless entry transmitter.
If there is a third driver, use the seat adjuster switch to adjust the seat. Pressing any of the seat adjuster switches, the SET button or pressing the desired memory button twice will cause the seat to stop moving.
If you push the numbered button to adjust the seat and start the vehicle while the seat is still adjusting, adjustment will pause while the ignition is in START. Adjustment will resume after the ignition is in RUN.
Heated Front Seats (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the outboard side of the seats.
This feature will quickly heat the lower cushion and lower back of the driver's and front passenger's seats for added comfort.
Press the lower part of the switch to turn the heater on low. Press the upper part of the switch to turn the heater on high. Put the switch in the center position to turn the heater off.
The passenger's safety belt must be engaged for the heated seat feature to work on the passenger's seat.
Reclining Front Seatbacks
To adjust a manual seatback, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat.
Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position.
If your vehicle is equipped with the vertical power seat control described earlier, it allows the seatback to recline also.
But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
CAUTION:
Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this.
The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
The lap belt can't do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly.
Head Restraints
Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
Seatback Latches
The front seatbacks fold forward to let people get into the back seat or to access the storage area behind the seat.
To fold a front seatback forward, move the lever located on the side of the seat rearward and pull the seatback forward.
To return the seatback to the upright position, push the seatback all the way back until the latch catches. If the seatback was reclined before being folded forward, it will return to the reclined position.
CAUTION:
If the seatback isn't locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models)
The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat.
1.Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward.
2.Move the seatback to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat area. Then move the seat rearward until it locks.
CAUTION:
If an easy entry right front seat isn't locked, it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injured. After you've used it, be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked.
Tilt the seatback completely forward and slide the whole seat forward again to get out.
Rear Seats
Your vehicle has a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space.
The rear seat release handles are located on the rear of the seatbacks. Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the handles. The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down.
To raise the seatbacks, just lift up the seatbacks and push until they lock in the upright position. Push and pull on the seatbacks to check that the latches have locked in the upright position. If they haven't, see your dealer
for service.
To return the head restraints to the upright position, reach behind the seats and pull the head restraint up until it locks into position.
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Push and pull on the head restraints to check that they have locked in the upright position. If they haven't, see your dealer for service.
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone
This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts.
And it explains the air bag system.
CAUTION:
Don't let anyone ride where he or she can't wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too.
CAUTION:
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using
a safety belt properly.
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See ªSafety Belt Reminder Lightº in the Index.
In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here's why: They work.
You never know if you'll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don't know if it will be a bad one.
A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn't survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt
or killed.
After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot!
Why Safety Belts Work
When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.
Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.
Put someone on it. | Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider |
| doesn't stop. |
The person keeps going until stopped by something. | or the instrument panel ... |
In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
or the safety belts!
With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense.
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers
Q: Won't I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I'm wearing a safety belt?
A: Youcould be
belt, even if you're upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, ismuch greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has air bags, why should I have to wear safety belts?
A: Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they workwith
safety belts
Q: If I'm a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts?
A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in an accident
Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h).
Safety belts are for everyone.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
Adults
This part is only for people of adult size.
Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child
will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called ªChildren.º Follow those rules for everyone's protection.
First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has.
We'll start with the driver position.
Driver Position
This part describes the driver's restraint system.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
The driver has a
1.Close and lock the door.
2.Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see ªSeatsº in the Index.
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted.
The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
4.Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn't long enough, see ªSafety Belt Extenderº at the end of this section.
Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
5.To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts
of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
Q: What's wrong with this?
A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way.
CAUTION:
You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Q: What's wrong with this?
CAUTION:
You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Q: What's wrong with this?
A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
CAUTION:
You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen.
Q: What's wrong with this?
CAUTION:
You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is
twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
A: The belt is twisted across the body.
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it's more likely that the fetus won't be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to
making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Right Front Passenger Position
To learn how to wear the right front passenger's safety belt properly, see ªDriver Positionº earlier in this section.
The right front passenger's safety belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt
Air Bag System
This part explains the air bag system.
Your vehicle has air bags
Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag. But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations.
Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system:
CAUTION:
You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren't wearing your safety belt
a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are ªsupplemental restraintsº to the safety belts. All air bags are designed to work with safety belts, but don't replace them. Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something. They aren't designed to inflate at all in rollover, rear, side or
air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past. Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly
CAUTION:
Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you're too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you.
Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus
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Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the part of this manual called ªChildren.º
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the
air bag symbol.
The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See ªAir Bag Readiness Lightº in the Index for more information.
How the Air Bag System Works
Where are the air bags?
The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side.
CAUTION:
If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it
might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don't put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don't attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering.
When should an air bag inflate?
An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or
The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above or below this range. If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers, side impacts or rear
impacts, because inflation would not help the occupant.
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or
The air bag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including
Observe safe driving speeds, especially on rough terrain. As always, wear your safety belt. See
What makes an air bag inflate?
In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator,
which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger.
How does an air bag restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or
of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and side impacts, primarily because an occupant's motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts,
and then only in moderate to severe frontal or
What will you see after an air bag inflates?
After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates,
so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module
The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags. Air bag inflation doesn't prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle,
nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle.
CAUTION:
When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems
for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can't get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.
DAir bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you'll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don't get them, the air bag system won't be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.
DYour vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver's safety belt usage at deployment.
DLet only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won't work properly. See your dealer for service.
NOTICE:
If you damage the covering for the driver's or the right front passenger's air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's air bag. Do not open or break the air bag coverings.
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don't want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see ªService and Owner Publicationsº in the Index.
CAUTION:
For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates. Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors. They are probably part
of the air bag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so.
The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.
Adding Equipment to Your Air
Q: If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working properly?
A: As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle's basic structure isn't changed, it's not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash.
Q: Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly?
A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, front end sheet metal or height, they may keep the air bag system from working properly. Also, the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors. If you have any questions about this,
you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle. The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See ªCustomer Satisfaction Procedureº
in the Index.
Center Front Passenger Position
Lap Belt
If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in the center position.
When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a
Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Rear Seat Passengers
It's very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Rear passengers who aren't safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Lap-Shoulder Belt
The positions next to the windows have
1.Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
2.Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way,
it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
If the belt is not long enough, see ªSafety Belt Extenderº at the end of this section.
Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts
of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash.
The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
CAUTION:
You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Here's how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt:
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
1.Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip.
2.Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.
3.Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
4.Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in ªRear Seat Outside Passenger Positionsº earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.
To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Turn the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body, leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed.
Center Rear Passenger Position | Lap Belt |
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When you sit in the center rear seating position, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor.
1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted.
2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
3. Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it.
4.Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a
If the belt isn't long enough, see ªSafety Belt Extenderº at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Children
Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact,
the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Infants and Young Children
Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by
the appropriate restraint. Young children should not use the vehicle's safety belts, unless there is no other choice.
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For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a
CAUTION:
People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much
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CAUTION:
Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus
Q: What are the different types of
A:
by the vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
The restraint manufacturer's instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.
CAUTION:
Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant's neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a
CAUTION:
The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child's hip bones are still so small that vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the
child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that's unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints.
Restraint Systems for Children
An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant's head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
A
crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
A
A booster seat
Q: How do child restraints work?
A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A
For many years,
system holds the child in place within the restraint.
One system, the
A
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. When securing an
Where to Put the Restraint
Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat outside position including an infant riding in a
CAUTION:
A child in a
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You may secure a
Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle
Top Strap
Some child restraints have a top strap, or ªtop tether.º It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle.
If the child restraint does not have a top strap, one can be obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available.
In Canada, the law requires that
anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap,
it should be anchored.
Anchor brackets for the rear outside seat positions are located on the floor in the cargo area of your vehicle.
To remove the plugs, grasp the edges of the plugs and pull them out. See ªRear Convenience Systemº in the Index for more information. Don't use the rear set of
Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
Once you have the top strap anchored, you'll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer's instructions say.
If your vehicle is equipped with the rear convenience system, there will be plugs covering the anchor brackets.
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Outside Seat Position
You'll be using the
1. Put the restraint on the seat.
2.Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
3.Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
4.Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
5.To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you're using a
6.Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Center Seat Positions | Securing a Child Restraint in the Right |
| Front Seat Position |
Don't use child restraints in these positions. The restraints won't work properly.
Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a
CAUTION:
A child in a
Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a
You'll be using the
1.Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a
2.Put the restraint on the seat.
3.Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
4.Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
5.Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
6.To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
7.Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Older Children
Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle's safety belts.
If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a
Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?
A: If possible, an older child should wear a
Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly.
CAUTION:
Never do this.
Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can't properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
Q: What if a child is wearing a
A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
If the child is sitting in a rear outside position of a
CAUTION:
Never do this.
Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child's thighs. This applies belt force to the child's pelvic bones in a crash.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
But if a safety belt isn't long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It's free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don't let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt.
Checking Your Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash
If you've had a crash, do you need new belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts.
If you ever see a label on the driver's or the right front passenger's safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the door opening.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision.
If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section.
Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly
Windows | Shifting Out of PARK (P) | ||
Keys |
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Door Locks | Parking Over Things That Burn | ||
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) | Engine Exhaust | ||
Endgate/Liftgate | Running Your Engine While You're Parked | ||
Theft |
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Content | Locking Rear Axle | ||
PasslockR | Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever | ||
New Vehicle | Exterior Lamps | ||
Ignition Positions | Interior Lamps | ||
Starting Your Engine | Mirrors | ||
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) | Storage Compartments | ||
Automatic Transmission Operation | Accessory Power Outlets | ||
Manual Transmission Operation | Sunroof (If Equipped) | ||
HomeLinkR Transmitter (If Equipped) | |||
Parking Brake | The Instrument | ||
Shifting Into PARK (P) | Information System | ||
| (Automatic Transmission Only) | Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators | |
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Windows
CAUTION:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.
Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Manual Windows
Turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your manual side door windows.
Power Windows (If Equipped)
If you have power windows, the controls are located on the armrests on each of the side doors. The switches operate the windows when the ignition is RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. (See ªRetained Accessory Powerº in the Index.) The driver's door has a switch for the passenger windows as well.
Press the side of the switch with the down arrow to lower a window. Press the side of the switch with the up arrow to raise the window.
Express-Down Window
The driver's window has an
that allows you to lower it without holding the window switch. Press the driver's window switch down briefly to activate the
Lockout Switch
Swing-Out Windows(2-Door Only)
If your vehicle has
rear
When you close the window, be sure the latch catches.
Keys
CAUTION:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed.
They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
This vehicle has one
When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a key code number.
The key code number tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep this number in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you'll be able to have new ones made easily using this number. Your selling dealer should also have this number.
NOTICE:
Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have an extra key.
If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, contact roadside assistance for help. See ªRoadside Assistanceº in the Index for more information.
Door Locks
CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
DPassengers
if the doors aren't locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive.
DYoung children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it.
DOutsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:
DYou can use the keyless entry system, if your vehicle has this feature.
DYou can use your key to unlock your door from the outside.
DYou can use the power lock switch (if equipped) to lock or unlock the doors.
DTo manually lock a door from the inside, slide the manual lever on your door down. To manually unlock a door from the inside, slide the lever on
the door up. You will see a colored area on the lever when the door is unlocked.
Power Door Locks (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has power door locks, the switches are located on the driver's and passenger's front armrests. Remove the ignition key and press LOCK to lock all the doors at once. To unlock the doors, press the raised area to the right of the key symbol.
On
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle has power door locks, it will be equipped with an auto lock/unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle's power door locks.
The following is the list of available programming options:
DAll doors lock/Driver's door unlocks only: Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side once. This option is unavailable on most vehicles not equipped with keyless entry.
DAll doors lock/All doors unlock: Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once, and then press the unlock side twice.
DAll doors lock/None of the doors unlock: Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once, and then press the unlock side of the switch three times.
DNo doors lock/None of the doors unlock: Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel twice. This turns off the automatic lock feature
(this is the factory setting).
Your vehicle left the factory programmed to have no doors lock and none of the doors unlock. You can set the automatic lock feature to lock all the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for
two seconds, and then unlock all the doors once the key is removed from the ignition. The following instructions detail how to program your door locks differently than the factory setting. Choose one of the four programming options listed above before entering the program mode.
To enter the program mode you need to do the following:
1.Begin with the ignition in OFF. Then pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you and hold it there while you perform the next step.
2.Turn the key to RUN and OFF twice. Then, with the key in OFF, release the turn signal/multifunction lever. Once you do this, you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock and a 30 second program timer
will begin.
3.You are now ready to program the automatic door locks. Select one of the four programming options listed above, and follow the instructions. You will have 30 seconds to begin programming. If you exceed the 30 second limit, the locks will automatically lock and unlock to indicate that you
have left the program mode. If this occurs, repeat the procedure beginning with Step 1.
You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN (the locks will automatically lock and unlock to indicate that you are leaving the program mode). If the lock/unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode, the current auto lock/unlock setting will not be modified.
See your dealer for more information.
Rear Door Security Lock (If Equipped)
With this feature, you can lock the rear doors so they can't be opened from the inside by passengers.
To use the security locks:
1.Open one of the rear doors.
2.You will find a security lock lever on the inside edge of the rear door. Move the lever up to engage the security lock. Move the lever down to disengage the security lock.
3.Close the door.
4.Do the same thing to the other rear door.
The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door and open the door from the outside.
Lockout Prevention
This feature stops the power door locks from locking when the keys are in the ignition and a door is open, to protect you from locking your key in the vehicle.
If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition, all the doors will lock and the driver's door will unlock.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors and rear endgate from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:
DCheck the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather.
DCheck the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.
DCheck to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow.
DIf you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Operation
UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, the driver's door will unlock automatically, the parking lamps will flash and the interior lamps will go on. If you press UNLOCK again within three seconds, the remaining doors will unlock, the parking lamps will flash and the interior lamps will go on.
LOCK: Press LOCK to lock all the doors. Press LOCK again within three seconds and the horn will chirp.
REAR: When you press the REAR button twice within three seconds to release the rear liftgate glass, the parking lamps will flash and the interior lamps will go on. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the transmission must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you must engage the parking brake.
Remote Panic Alarm
When the button with the horn symbol on the key transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds. This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again, waiting for 30 seconds, or starting the vehicle.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it's probably time to change the battery.
NOTICE:
When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.
To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter do the following:
1.Insert a dime in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole. Remove the bottom by twisting the dime.
2.Remove and replace the battery with a
3.Align the covers and snap them together.
4.Resynchronize the transmitter.
5.Check the operation of the transmitter.
Resynchronization
Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal it has been sent previously. This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter.
To resynchronize your transmitter, stand close to your vehicle and press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time for seven seconds. The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization. If the locks do not cycle, see your dealer for service.
Endgate/Liftgate
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the rear window, endgate or liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the rear window, endgate or liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the rear window, endgate or liftgate:
DMake sure all other windows are shut.
DTurn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT or OUTSIDE AIR. That will force outside air into your vehicle. See ªComfort Controlsº in the Index.
DIf you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way.
See ªEngine Exhaustº in the Index.
Endgate Release
To open a manual lock system from the outside,
insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass.
To open a power lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock button and turn it counterclockwise. All the doors will then unlock.
If your vehicle is equipped with the keyless entry system, your vehicle does not have a lock on the endgate. It is equipped with a pushbutton to release the glass.
You may also use the keyless entry system, or the power door locks (if equipped).
When the doors are unlocked, press the button to open the glass.
Reach inside the endgate to lift the handle and open the endgate.
The endgate can be opened without a key if the driver's door is unlocked. The endgate glass will not release if the vehicle is in gear.
To lock a power lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock button and turn clockwise. All doors will lock.
Liftgate Release
To open a power lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock button and turn counterclockwise. All doors will unlock.
If your vehicle is equipped with the keyless entry system, your vehicle does not have a lock on the liftgate. It is equipped with a pushbutton to release the liftglass.
You may also use the keyless entry system, or the power door locks, (if equipped).
The liftglass can be opened using the pushbutton on the liftgate after the driver's door has been opened using either the power lock system or the keyless entry system.
To open the entire liftgate, lift the handle located in the center of the door.
To lock a power lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock button and turn clockwise. All doors will lock. You may also use the keyless entry system or the power door locks to lock the liftgate and liftglass.
Remote Rear Glass Release
This button, located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel, allows you to release the rear glass from inside the vehicle.
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, your shift lever must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the release to work.
If you have a manual transmission, you must apply your parking brake or have the ignition off before you can open the endgate glass.
Emergency Release for Opening Endgate/Liftgate
1.Peel back or slit the carpet locally to expose the access hole in the trim panel.
2.Use a thin screwdriver to reach through the access holes in both the trim panel and the hardware cover.
3.Pry the release lever toward the passenger's side until the glass latch pops open.
4.Reattach the carpet securely.
Endgate-Mounted Spare
If your vehicle has an
Here's how to move the arm:
1.Squeeze the release handle to free the carrier arm.
2.Swing the carrier arm away from the endgate. You may need to give it a slight tug.
3.To latch the carrier arm, swing it toward the endgate.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it's an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
When you park your vehicle and open the driver's door, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transmission,
taking your key out also locks your transmission. Also remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it's still best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
DPut your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box.
DIf your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system, take the transmitter with you.
DLock all the doors except the driver's.
Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a content
With this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is off).
This light reminds you to activate the
1.Lock the door with the power door lock switch (door must be open) or with the remote keyless entry transmitter (door can be open or closed).
The SECURITY light should come on and stay on.
2.Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off after approximately 30 seconds. The alarm is not armed until the SECURITY light goes off.
If a door is opened without the key or the keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle's headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for 110 seconds, then will turn off to save the battery power.
Remember, the
Here's how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
DIf you don't want to activate the
DAlways unlock a door with a key, or use the keyless entry transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door with the key. You can also turn off the alarm by pressing UNLOCK on the keyless entry transmitter. The alarm won't stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.
Testing the Alarm
The alarm can be tested by following these steps:
1.From inside the vehicle, lower the driver's window and open the driver's door.
2.Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch (while the door is open), or with the keyless entry transmitter (with the door open or closed).
3.Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out.
4.Then reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should set off the alarm.
If the alarm does not sound when it should, but the vehicle's headlamps flash, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index.
If the alarm does not sound or the vehicle's headlamps do not flash, the vehicle should be serviced by a dealer.
PasslockR
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock
Passlock is a passive
During normal operation, the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to RUN.
If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes, wait about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine. Remember to release the key from START as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine does not start after three tries, the vehicle needs service.
If the engine is running and the SECURITY light comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off. However, your Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time. You may also want to check the fuse
(see ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index). See your dealer for service.
New Vehicle
NOTICE:
Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate
DKeep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km).
DDon't drive at any one speed
DAvoid making hard stops for the first
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this
DDon't tow a trailer during
Ignition Positions
Use the key to turn the ignition switch to five different positions.
ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key.
NOTICE:
Don't operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle.
LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It's a
CAUTION:
On manual transmission vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to OFF. Don't press the key release button while the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;
if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.
OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your vehicle is being towed).
RUN (D): This is the position for driving.
START (E): This position starts your engine.
Key Release Button
The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used.
To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to OFF. Then turn the key to LOCK while pressing the key release button down at the same time. Pull the key straight out.
On automatic transmission vehicles, turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to work for up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF.
Your radio, power windows, sunroof and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF, these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened.
Starting Your Engine
Automatic Transmission
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won't start in any other position
a safety feature. To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
Manual Transmission
The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won't start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down
1.With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.
NOTICE:
Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to
be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about
15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter.
2.If it doesn't start within 10 seconds, hold your key in START for not more than 10 seconds. Then, push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds, unless it starts sooner.
3.If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over.
When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal.
NOTICE:
Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don't, your engine might not perform properly.
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
In very cold weather, 0_F
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
1.Turn off the engine.
2.Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
The cord is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment, behind the underhood fuse block.
3.Plug it into a normal, grounded
CAUTION:
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded
4.Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you'll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
Automatic Transmission Operation
Your automatic transmission may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats or on the steering column.
There are several different positions for your shift lever.
If your vehicle is equipped with a column shift lever, it features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of PARK (P). This means that if your key is in OFF, but not locked, there will be a small current
drain on your battery which could discharge your battery over a period of time. If you need to leave your key
in the ignition in OFF for an extended period, it is recommended that you disconnect the battery cable from the battery to prevent discharging your battery.
PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It's the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily.
CAUTION:
It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).
See ªShifting Into PARK (P)º in the Index. If you have
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever
REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.
NOTICE:
Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle
is stopped.
To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see ªStuck In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snowº in the Index.
NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn't connect with the wheels. To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
CAUTION:
Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is ªracingº (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people
or objects. Don't shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing.
NOTICE:
Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty.
DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you're:
DGoing less than about 35 mph (55 km/h),
push your accelerator pedal about halfway down.
DGoing about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
You'll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
DRIVE (D) should not be used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills or for
THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE (D). You should use THIRD (3) when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills or winding roads or for
SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.
You can also use SECOND (2) for starting your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1) while the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission won't shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
NOTICE:
If your rear wheels can't turn, don't try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object.
You could damage your transmission.
Also, if you stop when going uphill, don't hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.
Tow/Haul Selector Switch (If Equipped)
Console Mount | Shift Mount |
Your vehicle may be equipped with a tow/haul selector switch. This switch will be located on the floor console or on the side of the shift lever on some models.
If your vehicle is equipped with the tow/haul selector switch, you can use this feature to more efficiently tow or haul a heavy load.
To select the tow/haul mode, press in on the switch. The Tow/Haul light on the instrument panel cluster will come on. To go back to normal operation, press the
switch again. The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will go out. See ªTow/Haul Modeº in the Index for more information.
Manual Transmission Operation
5-Speed
This is your shift pattern.
Here's how to operate your manual transmission:
FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
You can shift into FIRST (1) when you're going less than 20 mph (30 km/h). If you've come to a complete stop and it's hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1).
SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2).
Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
THIRD, FOURTH AND FIFTH (3, 4 and 5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL.
NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine.
REVERSE (R): To back up, press the clutch pedal, wait about six seconds, then shift into REVERSE (R). Then let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.
NOTICE:
Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission.
Use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle.
Shift Light (If Equipped)
If you have a manual transmission, you have a SHIFT light on your instrument panel cluster.
This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy.
When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on.
While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the
accelerator. Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift.
CAUTION:
If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Don't shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift.
If your vehicle has
Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has
You should use
NOTICE:
Driving in the 4HI or 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle's drivetrain.
Electronic Transfer Case (If Equipped)
If your
Use these switches to shift into and out of
2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in
4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most
4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction. You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you were driving
Indicator lights in the switches show you which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on.
If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle in for service. An indicator light will flash while shifting. It will remain illuminated when the shift
is completed.
Shifting from 2HI to 4HI
Press and release the 4HI switch. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will lock automatically.
Shifting from 4HI to 2HI
Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will unlock automatically.
Shifting from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO
To shift from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO, the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with
the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) in vehicles equipped
with an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal engaged in vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4LO switch. You must wait for the 4LO indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal.
If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N) or the clutch pedal engaged.
On automatic transmission equipped vehicles, if your transfer case does not shift into 4LO, your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment. With your transmission in NEUTRAL (N), press and release the 4LO switch. While the 4LO indicator light is flashing, shift your transmission into PARK (P). Wait until the 4LO indicator light remains illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear. This will get you into 4LO, but you should take your vehicle in for service to restore normal operation.
Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI
To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or the clutch pedal engaged. The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph
(1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4HI switch. You must wait for the 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal.
If the 4HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but not complete the shift unless the vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N) or the clutch pedal engaged.
On automatic transmission equipped vehicles, if your transfer case does not shift into 4HI, your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment. With your transmission in NEUTRAL (N), press and release the 4HI switch. While the 4HI indicator light is flashing, shift your transmission into PARK (P). Wait until the 4HI indicator light remains illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear. This will get you into 4HI, but you should take your vehicle in for service to restore normal operation.
Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the automatic transfer case, the transfer case switches are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel.
Use these switches to shift into and out of
2HI: This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in
AUTO 4WD: This setting is ideal for use when road conditions are variable. When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD, the front axle is engaged, but the vehicle's power is sent only to the rear wheels. When the vehicle senses a loss of traction, the system will automatically engage
4HI: Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most
4LO: This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque. You may never need 4LO. It sends maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you are driving
CAUTION:
Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P), or if you have a manual transmission, even if you are in gear. You or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL. See ªParking Brakeº in the Index.
NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle's transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See ªRecreational Vehicle Towingº or ªTowing Your Vehicleº in the Index for more information.
Indicator lights in the switches show which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle
to your dealer for service. An indicator light will flash while shifting the transfer case. It will remain illuminated when the shift is complete. If for some reason the transfer case cannot make a requested shift, it will return to the last chosen setting.
If the SERVICE 4WD light stays on, you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service. See ªService 4WDº in the Index for further information.
Shifting to 4HI or AUTO 4WD
Press and release the 4HI or AUTO 4WD switch. This can be done at any speed, and the indicator light
will flash while shifting. It will remain illuminated when the shift is complete.
Shifting to 2HI
Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at any speed.
Shifting to 4LO
To shift to 4LO, the vehicle's engine must be running and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less
than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or with the clutch pedal pressed
for vehicles with manual transmission. The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 or 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4LO switch. You must wait for the4LO indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear.
If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N) or with the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission. After 30 seconds, the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen.
Shifting Out of 4LO
To shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N),
or with the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission, and the engine running. The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 or 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI switch. You must wait for the 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear.
If the 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or with the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission.
Shifting to NEUTRAL
To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL, first make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll:
1.Set the parking brake.
2.Start the vehicle.
3.Connect the vehicle to the towing vehicle.
4.Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or have the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission.
5.Shift the transfer case to 2HI.
6.Simultaneously press and hold the 2HI and 4LO buttons for 10 seconds. The NEUTRAL light will come on when the transfer case shift to NEUTRAL is complete.
7.Shift the transmission to REVERSE (R) for one second, then shift the transmission to DRIVE (D) for one second or FIRST (1) for vehicles with manual transmission.
8.Turn the ignition to OFF.
9.Place the transmission shift lever in PARK (P) or FIRST (1) for vehicles with manual transmission.
10.Release the parking brake prior to towing.
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL
To shift out of NEUTRAL:
1.Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal.
2.Start the vehicle with the transmission in PARK (P) or FIRST (1) for vehicles with manual transmission.
3.Press the button for the desired transfer case position (2HI, 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 4LO).
4.Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or press the clutch pedal for vehicles with manual transmission.
5.Shift the transmission lever to the desired position. After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL, the NEUTRAL light will go out.
6.A
Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.
To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down.
Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever fully. It is located on the bottom of the driver's side of the instrument panel.
NOTICE:
Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.
If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a hill, see ªTowing a Trailerº in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.
Shifting Into PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission Only)
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. With
drive gear
Column Shift Lever
1.Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.
2.Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:
D Pull the lever toward you.
D Move the lever up as far as it will go.
3.Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
4.Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Console Shift Lever
1.Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.
2.Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this:
DHold in the button on the lever.
DPush the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.
3.Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
4.Remove the key and take it with you. If you
can leave your vehicle with the key, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
For models with the tow/haul switch mounted on the shift lever, use the following procedure to shift your vehicle into PARK (P):
1.Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.
2.Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this:
D Hold in the button on the front of the lever.
D Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you
can leave your vehicle with the key, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine
Running (Automatic Transmission Only)
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have
roll
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it.
After you've moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you (or pressing the button on a console shift lever). If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into PARK (P).
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
If you are parking on a hill and you don't shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called ªtorque lock.º To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see ªShifting Into
PARK (P)º in the Index.
When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission,
so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Shifting Out of PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission Only)
Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See ªAutomatic Transmission Operationº in the Index.
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever
If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can't shift out of PARK (P), try this:
1.Turn the key to OFF.
2.Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.
3.Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N).
4.Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want.
5.Have the vehicle fixed as soon as possible.
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual
Transmission Models Only)
Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R), and firmly apply the
parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed in, you can turn the ignition key to OFF, remove the key and release the clutch.
If you are parking on a hill, or if your vehicle is pulling a trailer, see ªTowing a Trailerº in the Index.
Parking Over Things That Burn
CAUTION:
Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.
Engine Exhaust
CAUTION:
Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can't see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death.
You might have exhaust coming in if:
DYour exhaust system sounds strange or different.
DYour vehicle gets rusty underneath.
DYour vehicle was damaged in a collision.
DYour vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris.
DRepairs weren't done correctly.
DYour vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly.
If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:
DDrive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and
DHave your vehicle fixed immediately.
Running Your Engine While You're
Parked (Automatic Transmission)
It's better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.
CAUTION:
Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under ªEngine Exhaust.º
Also, idling in a
CO
Another
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you've left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).
If you have
NEUTRAL. So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won't move. See ªShifting Into PARK (P)º in the Index.
If you're pulling a trailer, see ªTowing a Trailerº in the Index.
Locking Rear Axle
If your vehicle has this feature, your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and
the other does, this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
Horn
To sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad.
Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)
If you have the tilt steering wheel, you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. The tilt lever is located on the driver's side of the steering column, under the turn signal lever.
You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle.
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following:
DTurn and Lane Change Signals
DHeadlamp
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DWindshield Wipers
DWindshield Washer
DCruise Control (If Equipped)
Turn and Lane Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn
or lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash more quickly than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won't see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don't go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index) and for
If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, a different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working.
Turn Signal On Chime
If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal. To turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever to the off position.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you. Then release it.
When the high beams are on, this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, but not so far that you hear a click.
If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam, your
Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it.
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer.
You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time.
The closer to LO, the shorter the delay.
For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position. For steady
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Windshield Washer
There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle.
The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.
CAUTION:
In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Rear Window Washer/Wiper
This switch is located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel.
To turn the rear wiper on, slide the switch to either LO or HI. For delayed wiping, slide the switch to LO. For steady wiping, slide the switch to HI. To turn the wiper off, slide the switch to OFF.
To wash the window, press the wash button located on the switch. The switch must be in either LO or HI.
The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer. If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window, check your fluid level.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below
about 25 mph (40 km/h).
If you have an automatic transmission and you apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off.
If you have a manual transmission and you apply
your brakes or push the clutch pedal, the cruise control will shut off.
CAUTION:
DCruise control can be dangerous where you can't drive safely at a steady speed. So, don't use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
DCruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don't use cruise control on slippery roads.
Setting Cruise Control
CAUTION:
If you leave your cruise control switch on when you're not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don't want to.
You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
1.Move the cruise control switch to ON.
2.Get up to the speed you want.
3.Press in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it.
4.Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Resuming a Set Speed
Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don't need to reset it.
Once you're going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch briefly from ON to R/A.
You'll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.
If you hold the switch at R/A, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don't hold the switch at R/A.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed:
DUse the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You'll now cruise at the higher speed.
DMove the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch briefly to R/A. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about
1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
DPress in the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.
DTo slow down in very small amounts, press the SET button briefly. Each time you do this, you'll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills.
Ending Cruise Control
There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:
DStep lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission.
DMove the cruise switch to OFF.
Erasing Speed Memory
When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Exterior Lamps
The parking lamp and headlamp knob is on the driver's side of the instrument panel.
Turn the knob clockwise to the parking lamps symbol to manually turn on the following:
DParking Lamps
DSidemarker Lamps
DTaillamps
DLicense Plate Lamps
DInstrument Panel Lights
Turn the knob clockwise to the master lamps symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps.
Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn off the lamps and put the system in automatic headlamp mode.
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim.
Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel under the radio speaker grill. Be sure it is not covered or the system will be on whenever the ignition is on.
The system may also turn on your headlamps when driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a tunnel. This is normal.
There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay.
To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off, set the parking brake while the ignition is off. Then start your vehicle. The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.
You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp system. See ªDaytime Running Lamps (DRL)º later in this section for more information
Lamps On Reminder
A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on, the driver's door is opened and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY. To turn the chime off, turn the knob all the way to the left or turn the instrument panel dimmer down to the fully dimmed position. In the automatic mode, the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in OFF.
Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lights are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at reduced brightness when the following conditions are met:
DThe ignition is on,
Dthe headlamp switch is in automatic headlamp mode,
Dthe sensor detects daytime light,
Dan automatic transmission is not in PARK (P), and
Dthe parking brake is released.
When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won't be on. The instrument panel won't be lit up either.
When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps.
The DRL system on some vehicles may turn off temporarily while the turn signals are activated.
To idle an automatic transmission vehicle with the DRL off, put the transmission in PARK (P). To idle a manual transmission vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake. The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK (P) or release the parking brake.
The following does not apply to vehicles sold in Canada.
When necessary, you may turn off the automatic headlamp system and the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) feature by following the steps below:
1.Turn the ignition to RUN.
2.Press the DOME OVERRIDE button four times within six seconds. After the fourth press of the button, a chime will sound informing you that the system is off. The system will revert back to the automatic on mode when the ignition is turned to OFF and then to RUN again.
3.To return to the automatic mode, push the DOME OVERRIDE button four times within six seconds (a chime will sound), or turn the ignition to OFF and then to RUN again.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.
Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps must be on for your fog lamps to work.
The fog lamp switch is located on the instrument panel under the lamp switch. Press the switch to turn the
fog lamps on. Press the switch again to turn them off.
A light will glow in the switch when the fog lamps are on.
Fog lamps will go off whenever your
Interior Lamps
Brightness Control
Turn the thumbwheel next to the headlamp knob up
to make your instrument panel lights brighter. Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to turn on the interior lamps.
Illuminated Entry
Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature.
When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the ªoutº position. When the doors are closed, or the front door handles are lifted and released, the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will turn off automatically. If you use your keyless entry transmitter (if equipped) to unlock your vehicle, the interior lamps will come on for a short time whether or not the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the ªoutº position.
Exit Lighting
With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition to help you see while exiting the vehicle. If the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the ªoutº position, these lamps will
stay on for a short period of time and then will go out.
Front Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
Press the button located near each lamp on the overhead console to turn a reading lamp on and off. The lamps can be swiveled to point in the desired direction.
If you have the mini console, press the lens on each lamp to turn it on or off.
Front Map Lamps (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has front map lamps, they are located on the inside rearview mirror. They will automatically come on for approximately 40 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the keyless entry transmitter (if equipped) or until the ignition key is turned to RUN or ACCESSORY. The lamps will also stay on for approximately 40 seconds after you exit the vehicle unless you lock the doors with the keyless entry transmitter.
You can also turn the lamps on and off by pressing the switch near each lamp.
Dome Lamps
The dome lamps will come on when you open a door.
You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel, located next to the parking/headlamps knob, all the way up to the top detent position. In this position, the dome lamps will remain on until they are turned off.
You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button, located below the parking/headlamp knob, to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when a door is opened, or to remain off. To turn the lamps off, press the button into the ªinº position. With the button in this position, the dome lamps will remain off when a door is open. To return the lamps to automatic operation, press the button again and return it to the ªoutº position.
With the button in this position, the dome lamps will come on when you open a door. This will override the illuminated entry feature, unless you use your keyless entry transmitter (if equipped) to unlock the vehicle.
Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off the dome, courtesy, vanity, reading, glove box and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep your battery from running down.
If the battery
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Dturn the ignition key to RUN.
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Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark. Push the tab away from you for normal daytime operation.
This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. A photocell on the back of
the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you.
At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare (this change may take a few seconds). The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced. The mirror will also return to its clear daytime state when the vehicle is put into REVERSE (R).
Press the AUTO button at the base of the mirror to turn on the automatic feature. The button has an indicator light to show it is on. Press the OFF button to turn the automatic feature off.
Time Delay
The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position. This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic.
Cleaning the Photocells
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary.
Electrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror with OnStarR (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an electrochromic day/night rearview mirror with the OnStar system. This mirror functions exactly as the electrochromic mirror described previously with the exception of the three OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face and the ON/OFF button to the left of the OnStar controls. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the electrochromic mirror. Press the button again to turn it off.
See your dealer for more information on subscribing to OnStar. See ªOnStar Systemº in the Index for more information on using OnStar.
Outside Manual Adjust Mirror
Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle.
You can fold them before entering a car wash. Pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle. Push the mirrors back out when finished.
Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped)
These controls are located on the driver's door armrest.
Move the upper control to the left or right to choose the driver's or passenger's mirror, then press the arrows on the lower control to adjust the mirror in the direction you want the mirror to go.
Convex Outside Mirror
A convex mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the driver's seat.
CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right or left lane, you could hit a vehicle. Check your inside mirror
or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Electrochromic Outside Rearview Mirror
(If Equipped)
Only the driver's side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. See ªElectrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirrorº earlier in this section.
Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors
(If Equipped)
When you operate the rear window defogger, a defogger also warms the heated outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice, snow and condensation. See ªRear Window Defoggerº in the Index for more information.
Power Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with power folding mirrors. This feature can be helpful when taking your vehicle through a car wash or through narrow spaces.
To fold the mirrors in, press the blank side of the switch located on the driver's side door panel near the window. To have the mirrors return to their normal position, press the side of the switch with the graphic on it. The switch will stay on in which ever position it is placed.
If at any time your mirrors become disengaged, fold the mirrors out manually and then use the switch to fold the mirrors in and out. This will assure that the power fold unit in your mirrors is properly engaged.
Storage Compartments
Glove Box
To open your glove box, lift the lever on the front of the glove box and lower the door. The glove box should not be open while you are driving.
Overhead Console (If Equipped)
The overhead console includes reading lamps, a compartment for a garage door opener, a temperature and compass display and a storage compartment for sunglasses.
Some models have a driver information system in the console. See ªDriver Information Systemº later in this section.
Reading Lamps
Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off.
The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the desired direction.
Installing a Garage Door Opener
If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store
the opener.
If you have the optional HomeLinkR Transmitter, please see ªHomeLinkR Transmitterº in the Index for instructions on how to use the system.
To install the garage door opener, first open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward.
Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch.
Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener, as close to the center of the opener as possible.
Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place.
The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener.
Add one peg at a time until the garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button.
Now, with the compartment Temperature and Compass Displaydoor closed, press the
button again to make sure the garage door opener operates properly.
With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place, you should only have to press the button slightly to operate the opener. Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs, as needed, until the opener operates properly.
The outside air temperature and the compass are displayed at the front of the overhead console.
The control buttons are located to the left of the display.
Turn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFF button. Display the temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (English) or Celsius (metric) by pressing the US/MET button.
Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle, the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on.
If the outside temperature is 37_F (3_C) or lower when you turn on the ignition, ªICEº will appear
on the display. This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy, and that appropriate precautions should be taken.
The compass is
Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location:
1.Find your location on the zone map. Record your zone number.
2.Press and hold both the ON/OFF and the US/MET buttons. The display will go off.
3.After five seconds, VAR CAL will appear on the display. When it does, release both buttons.
4.Press US/MET until your zone number appears on the display.
5.Press ON/OFF to enter your zone number. Your variance is now set.
Driver Information System (If Equipped)
This system displays the outside air temperature, compass direction and trip information in the overhead console.
US/MET: The US/MET (United States/metric) button allows you to switch the display between the English and metric system.
MODE: The MODE button can be used to toggle between three modes of operation: OFF, COMP/TEMP and TRIP.
COMP/TEMP: The display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing.
Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle, the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on. If the outside temperature is 37_F (3_C) or lower, the display will toggle between the word ªICEº and
the current temperature every eight seconds. This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy, and that appropriate precautions should be taken.
The compass is
You may also place the compass in a noncalibrated mode by pressing and holding the MODE and US/MET buttons simultaneously while in the COMP/TEMP mode. After about 10 seconds, the compass will display ªCº and you can release the buttons. Drive the vehicle in a complete 360 degree circle three times at a speed of less than 5 mph (8 km/h), and the compass will function normally. Once the calibration is complete, the display will return to a compass reading.
Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location:
1.Find your location on the zone map earlier in this section. Record your zone number.
2.Press and hold both the MODE and the US/MET buttons in the COMP/TEMP mode.
3.After five seconds, the compass will acknowledge the variation mode by displaying the current zone number. When it does, release both buttons.
4.Press US/MET until your zone number appears on the display.
5.Press MODE to enter your zone number. Your variance is now set and the display will return to the COMP/TEMP mode.
TRIP: Once in the TRIP mode, pressing the MODE button will step you through the following TRIP functions:
DAVG ECON: The average fuel economy since the last reset is displayed.
DINST ECON: Instantaneous fuel economy for the last second of driving is displayed.
DRANGE: The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled with the remaining fuel in the tank, based on the fuel economy for the last few hours of driving.
DFUEL USED: The fuel used since the last reset is displayed.
DAVG SPEED: The average speed since the last reset is displayed.
To reset the trip computer, press the MODE and US/MET buttons simultaneously for at least two seconds. All functions will be displayed for half a second once the system is reset. Reset can only be performed in the
AVG ECON, FUEL USED and AVG SPEED modes. All three modes are reset simultaneously.
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Door Storage
You will find a storage compartment on each of the front doors.
If your vehicle has this console compartment, squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it. You can store cassettes and compact discs in the slots in front of the compartment. There is also a
Some models will have a console with pop out cup holders located on the front of the storage compartment. If your vehicle has this console push in and release on the cup holder door. The cupholders will pop out for use.
The console also contains the following components:
DRear Seat Audio Controls
DRear Seat Accessory Power Outlets
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DCellular Phone (if equipped)
For more information on these components, please see the Index for that item.
If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment, lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettes or compact discs and a coinholder.
Convenience Net (If Equipped)
You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light clothing, in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts.
The net is not designed to retain these items during
Attach the upper loops to the retainers on either side of the endgate/liftgate opening (the label should be in the upper passenger side corner, visible from the rear of vehicle). Attach the lower hooks to the rear cargo tie downs on the floor.
Cargo Cover (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle.
Grasp the handle and unroll the cover. Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside trim panel on the passenger's side of the vehicle to secure it.
CAUTION:
An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be
injured. If you remove the cover, always store it outside of the vehicle. When you put it back, always be sure that it is securely reattached.
Cargo Tie Downs
There are five cargo tie downs in the rear of your vehicle that allow you to strap cargo in and keep it from moving.
Rear Convenience System (If Equipped)
CAUTION:
If the convenience system isn't secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure the convenience system properly.
The convenience system, located in the rear of your vehicle, provides a place to store loose items in your vehicle.
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To increase the space in the convenience system, do the following:
1.Remove the individual partitions (C) by pulling upward on the partitions. Storage for the partitions is located in area (F).
2.Then fold the collapsible dividers (A) by pulling upward and folding the dividers toward each other.
To reinstall or rearrange the partitions, push down gently on the partitions making sure both sides fit into the appropriate slots of the collapsible dividers (A).
Located on the top of each collapsible divider (A) are
The anchor bracket/cargo tie down plugs (B), located in the center and on each side of the convenience system nearest the passenger compartment, are used to help seal the convenience system. However, the plugs also cover the anchor bracket /cargo
for more information on using anchor brackets.
There are two cutouts (E) for the rear cargo
You will also find a soda pop/gallon jug holder (D) on the passenger side of the convenience system. Some vehicles do not have this feature, but instead include a smaller storage area.
To remove the entire convenience system, do the following:
1.Remove the convenience net if it is in place. See ªConvenience Netº in the Index for more information. You may also want to remove the
partitions (C) and fold the collapsible dividers (A) to make the convenience system easier to handle.
2.Grasp the sides of the convenience system and push the sides together while sliding the unit out until it clears the sides of the liftgate/endgate opening.
To reinstall the convenience system, reverse the removal procedure.
Luggage Carrier (Option)
CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier
vehicle. You may be able to carry something like this inside. But, never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has slats, side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo. The adjustable tie downs, at either end of the crossrails, should be used to secure loads to the luggage carrier.
Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment. These are available through your GM dealer.
You can adjust the crossrails to handle loads of various sizes. Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail and move them to where you want them. Make sure both sides of the crossrails are even,
then tighten the slider knobs.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
Follow these guidelines:
DCarrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not recommended.
DTie the load to the tie downs (at either end of the crossrails). When loading cargo directly on the roof panel, use the crossrails to keep the load from shifting.
DIf you need to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the tie downs provided. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs. (91 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry large things, never let them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle. When loading cargo on the roof panel, be sure it rests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle.
Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main weight as far forward as you can and move the rear crossrail forward as far as possible to keep the load from shifting.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see ªLoading Your Vehicleº in the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Pull the front ashtray door down to open it.
NOTICE:
Don't put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.
To remove the front ashtray, pull the bin upward.
To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let go. When it's ready, it will pop back out by itself.
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to back away from the heating element when it's ready. That can make it overload, damaging the lighter and the heating element.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can pull the visor down. You can also swing the visor from
Visor Vanity Mirror
Pull the sun visor down and lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
(If Equipped)
Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps.
Accessory Inflator (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator system. With it, you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure.
The air inflator is located in the rear compartment on the passenger's side of the vehicle. To remove the cover, pull the tab on the cover and pull it off.
The air inflator kit includes an
CAUTION:
Inflating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure.
To use your air inflator attach the appropriate nozzle adapter, if required, to the end of the hose. Then attach that end of the hose to the object you
wish to inflate. Remove the protective cap covering the outlet. Attach the other end of the hose to the outlet.
Press the ON switch.
If the air inflator system does not turn on, the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly. See ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index or see your dealer for service.
Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes. To reset, press the ON switch again.
Don't run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at one time. If you do, you may damage the system. After 30 minutes, wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the air inflator.
To turn off the air inflator, press OFF and detach the hose, first from the inflated object, then from the outlet. Replace the protective cap. Place the inflator kit tools in the pouch and store them properly.
To replace the cover, line up the tabs at the back of the cover and put it in place.
See your dealer for more information on using the accessory inflator.
Accessory Power Outlets
With the accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power outlets are located near the center of the vehicle on the lower part of the instrument panel. Just remove the plug from the outlet and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install.
Some vehicles will have a small cover which must be pulled down to access the accessory power outlets. These vehicles will also have another power outlet located in the lower rear of the center console.
Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle adapter fuses. If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power plugs.
These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current levels.
NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding anything that exceeds the fuse rating.
OnStarR System (If Equipped)
OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a
communication link between you and the OnStar Center. A service subscription agreement and fee are required in order to receive OnStar service. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information, call
OnStar Services Button: Press this button once to contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with these services. If you are not quickly connected, the system will automatically reset and redial. This ensures connection to the center; there is no additional action required. Press the Call Answer/End button to cancel the automatic redial.
Emergency Button: In an emergency situation, press the emergency service button. Upon receiving the call, an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation. If necessary, the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider.
Call ANSWER/END Button:Use this button to answer a call. (If you are receiving a call, the audio
system will mute, and the ring will be heard). Press this button at the end of a call to disconnect and return the audio system to its previous settings. This button will also cancel a call if one of the buttons is accidentally pressed or if the automatic redial function is activated.
Volume Control: You can control the volume of the OnStar System using either the volume control knob on the radio or using the steering wheel volume control (if equipped).
Telltale Light: This light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or receive calls.
If the light blinks green it means that an incoming or outgoing call is in progress. Press the Call ANSWER/END button if you notice the light blinking and you are not on a call.
The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar button to attempt to contact an advisor. If the connection is made, the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly. If you cannot contact the advisor, take your vehicle to your dealership as soon as possible for assistance.
Safety and Security Services
DAutomatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment
emergency signal is automatically sent to the center. An advisor will locate your vehicle's position, try to contact you and assist you in the situation. If the center is unable to contact you, an emergency service provider will be contacted.
DStolen Vehicle Tracking
DRoadside Assistance with Location
DRemote Diagnostics
DOnStar
DAccident Assist
DRemote Door Unlock
the vehicle is parked to maintain the battery charge.
DVehicle Locator Service
In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded.
Premium Services (Includes Safety and
Security Services)
DRoute Support
DConcierge Services
DRide Assist
OnStar System Limitations
Complete limitations can be found on the Subscriber Services Agreement.
OnStar Service is:
Davailable in the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii and Canada;
Davailable when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider;
Dsubject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions, such as severe weather or topographical conditions, such as mountainous terrain;
Dsubject to cellular carrier equipment limitations.
Global positioning capabilities used to deliver OnStar Service will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed.
OnStar will not function if the vehicle's battery is discharged or disconnected. It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged.
Safety and security services are provided by existing governmental emergency service providers. OnStar will use reasonable efforts to contact the appropriate emergency service provider and request assistance but cannot promise that they will respond to the call in a timely manner or at all.
Sunroof (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition needs to be in RUN or ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) needs to be active. See ªRetained Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Press and release the rear side of the button in the mini console to open the sunroof.
You can press the forward side of the button to close the sunroof. Once the sunroof is closed, press the forward side of the button to open the sunroof to the vent position.
The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays.
HomeLinkR Transmitter
(If Equipped)
Mini Console
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Programming the Transmitter
Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the ªstop and reverseº feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982.
Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming.
Your vehicle's engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels:
1.If you have previously programmed a transmitter channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the HomeLink
Transmitter until the indicator light begins to flash rapidly (after 20 seconds). Then release the buttons. This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels.
2.Decide which one of the three channels you want to program. Hold the end of the
3.Using both hands, press the
4.Hold down both buttons until you see the red light on the HomeLink Transmitter flash rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates that the HomeLink Transmitter has been programmed. Release both buttons once the light starts to flash rapidly.
If you have trouble programming the HomeLink Transmitter, make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the battery in the
Be sure to keep the original
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Operating the Transmitter
Press and hold the appropriate button on the HomeLink Transmitter. The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted.
If the
To determine if you have this system, press the button on the HomeLink Transmitter that you have programmed already. If the indicator light flashes rapidly for one or two seconds, then turns solid, the garage door opener has a rolling code system. In a rolling code system, the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter.
Training a Garage Door Opener with a ªRolling Codeº Feature (If Equipped)
If you have not previously programmed the
your garage door opener owner's manual for the proper transmitter training procedure for your garage door opener brand.
1.Find the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. The exact location and color will vary by garage door opener brand. If you have difficulty finding the training button, refer to your garage door opener owner's manual.
Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter.
2.Press the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. An indicator light will begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the training mode.
Following this step, you have 30 seconds to start Step 3.
3.Return to the HomeLink Transmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the HomeLink
Transmitter button you have already programmed for two or three seconds. Press and release the button again (you may need to do this step up to three times) to make sure that the HomeLink Transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener motor head unit. Check that the training was successful. The motor head unit indicator light should no longer be flashing.
The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink Transmitter. You may either use the HomeLink Transmitter or the
If after following these instructions, you still have problems training the garage door opener, call the manufacturer of the unit at
Erasing Channels
To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash (after 20 seconds). Release both buttons.
Accessories
Accessories for the HomeLink Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit. If you would like additional information, please call
The Instrument Panel--Your Information System
The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. | Air Vents | H. | Audio Steering Controls (If Equipped) |
B. | Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever | I. | Rear Window Washer/Wiper |
C. | Instrument Panel Cluster | J. | Rear Liftgate/Endgate Release |
D. | Transfer Case Controls (If Equipped) | K. Comfort Controls | |
E. | Lamp Controls | L. Rear Window Defogger | |
F. | Fog Lamps (if equipped) | M. Audio System | |
G. | Brake Release | N. Glove Box | |
Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you've used, and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Standard Automatic Transmission Cluster, Canada similar
Optional Automatic Transmission Cluster, Canada similar
Speedometer and Odometer
Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. Simply press the trip odometer button.
You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can't, then it's set at zero, and a label must be
put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero.
To view the trip odometer, press the button near the readout. To reset the trip odometer, hold the button until it resets.
Tachometer (If Equipped)
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
NOTICE:
On vehicles with a manual transmission, if you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning areas, your vehicle's engine or other parts of your vehicle could be damaged. Damage to your engine or vehicle caused by operating the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning areas isn't covered by your vehicle warranty. Don't operate the tachometer in the shaded warning areas.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they're working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there's a problem with your vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt is already buckled.
The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about 55 seconds.
If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.
Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the
air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see ªAir Bagº in the Index.
This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.
CAUTION:
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.
The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Charging System Indicator Light
The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working.
It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
Voltmeter Gage
When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in RUN), this gage shows your battery's state of charge in DC volts.
When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range.
Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power
at engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power.
You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories.
Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
Shift Light
You have the shift light on the instrument panel cluster if you have a manual transmission.
Brake System Warning Light
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn't release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released,
it means you have a brake problem.
Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
Shifting when the indicator light is on will help you get the best fuel economy. See ªShift Lightº in the Index.
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This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem.
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See ªTowing Your Vehicleº in the Index.
CAUTION:
Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you've pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
With the
If the light stays on, or comes on when you're driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you don't have
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come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
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This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot!
It means that your engine coolant has overheated.
If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
See ªEngine Overheatingº in the Index for more information.
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Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
This system is called OBD II
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
NOTICE:
Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON OR CHECK ENGINE light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn't come on, have it repaired.
This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways:
DLight Flashing
DLight On Steady
vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.
If the Light Is Flashing
The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle:
DReducing vehicle speed.
DAvoiding hard accelerations.
DAvoiding steep uphill grades.
DIf you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.
If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see ªIf the Light Is On Steadyº following.
If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see ªIf the Light Is On Steadyº following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service.
If the Light Is On Steady
You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following:
Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle?
If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See ªFilling Your Tankº in the Index. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off.
Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water?
If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel?
If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See ªFuelº in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after
when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on.
If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration.
Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection:
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly.
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD
battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This may take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection.
Oil Pressure Gage
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The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals).
CAUTION:
Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.
Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range.
A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure.
Security Light
This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward START. The light will stay on until the engine starts.
If the light flashes, the PasslockR system has entered a tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see ªPasslockº in the Index.
If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on, there may be a problem with the Passlock system. Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock, and you should see your dealer.
Also, see ªContent
Service
(If Equipped)
This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show you it is working.
The SERVICE 4WD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the drive system and service is required. Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent, which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction.
Tow/Haul Mode Light (If Equipped)
This light should come on when the tow/haul mode has been selected.
For more information, see ªTow/Haul Modeº in the Index.
Check Gages Light
The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine.
If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones.
Gate Ajar Light
Fuel Gage
If this light comes on, your liftgate or liftglass is ajar. Try closing the liftgate or liftglass again. Never drive with the liftgate or liftglass even partially open.
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When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage:
DAt the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full.
DIt takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank.
DThe gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up.
DThe gage doesn't go back to empty when you turn off the ignition.
Low Fuel Light
The LOW FUEL light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine.
This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. To turn it off, add fuel to the fuel tank. See ªFuelº in the Index.
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
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With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle.
Standard Climate Control System
Fan Knob
The knob on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. To increase airflow, move the knob clockwise. To decrease airflow, move it counterclockwise.
Temperature Knob
The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. Move the knob clockwise
toward the red area for warmer air. Move the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air.
Mode Knob
The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery.
OFF: This setting turns the system off. Some outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward. If outside air entering the vehicle is warmer than desired, turn the temperature knob fully counterclockwise and turn the mode knob to VENT.
MAX A/C: This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work. MAX A/C recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it cools quickly. This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel vents and a small amount through the floor vents.
A/C: This setting cools the air entering your vehicle and directs most of the air through the instrument panel vents and a small amount through the floor vents.
VENT: This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel outlets and a small amount through the floor outlets. The air conditioning compressor is not working when VENT is selected.
HEATER: This setting directs most of the warmed air through the heater floor outlets and some air through the windshield defroster outlets.
BLEND: This setting divides the airflow equally between the heater floor outlets and the windshield defroster outlets.
DEFROST: This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the heater (floor) outlets.
Electronic Climate Control System
(If Equipped)
Fan Knob
The knob on the left side of the electronic climate control panel controls the fan speed. To manually increase airflow, move the knob clockwise. To manually decrease airflow, move it counterclockwise.
OFF: If the knob is in OFF, outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed based on the position of the mode knob.
AUTO: If the knob is in AUTO, the fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature.
Temperature Knob
The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independently of the function knob setting. Move the knob clockwise toward 82 for warmer air. Move the knob counterclockwise toward 66 for cooler air.
Full Hot: If you turn the temperature knob past 82_F (28_C), the system will go into the ªfull hotº
mode. The system will remain at that maximum heating setting and the fan will blow at the speed the fan knob is set to. If the fan is in AUTO, it will run at full speed.
Full Cold: If you turn the temperature knob past 66_F (19_C), the system will go into the ªfull coldº
mode. The system will remain at that maximum cooling setting and the fan will blow at the speed the fan knob is set to. If the fan is in AUTO, it will run at full speed.
Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
Mode Knob - Automatic Operation
The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. When the system is set for automatic operation, sensors will control the air delivery mode. Air will come primarily from the floor or instrument panel outlets, with some air directed to the windshield to prevent fogging.
When the system is in AUTO mode, the air conditioning light will turn on, and the recirculation and outside air lights turn off. With the system in full auto control (both the fan and mode knobs in AUTO), you still
have the ability to override any function. However, continually overriding the outside air or the A/C compressor will limit the ability of the system to cool the vehicle quickly.
If you push a button for a function which is not available, the light next to that button will flash three times to alert you that it's not available.
To find your comfort zone, start with the 74_F (23_C) setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to adjust the temperature if necessary.
With the automatic setting, the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air. In cold weather, when the system senses the need for heat, the airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets. As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the fan speed will decrease. To maintain interior comfort, the airflow will adjust between the instrument panel air outlets and floor outlets. On bright sunny days in cool weather, the airflow may come out of the air conditioning and floor outlets
To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length of delay depends on the outside air temperature, engine coolant temperature or the time since the engine was last started. As the coolant warms up, the fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets, with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions.
If your vehicle is sitting out on a warm day and you have the fan set on AUTO, the air will first flow out of the floor air outlets for a few seconds. That is normal. This is to expel hot air from the air outlets.
As the air is cooled, the airflow will move through the air conditioning outlets.
Be careful not to put anything over the solar sensor located around the center of the instrument panel. This sensor is used by the automatic system to regulate temperature.
Mode Knob - Manual Operation
The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery.
You can choose to set the climate control system operations yourself, or let the system work for you by placing the system in AUTO mode. See ªMode Knob - Automatic Operationº earlier in this section.
VENT: This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel outlets and a small amount through the floor outlets.
HEATER: This setting directs most of the warmed air through the heater floor outlets and some air through the windshield defroster outlets.
BLEND: This setting divides airflow equally between the heater floor outlet and the windshield defroster outlets. The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging.
DEFROST: This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the heater outlets. The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging.
OUTSIDE AIR: Press this button to force
the system to use outside air. Press it again to close off the outside air.
Pressing the OUTSIDE AIR button will cancel the RECIRCULATION button.
RECIRCULATION: Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle. This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle. In the AUTO mode, the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air. Pressing the recirculation button will change the operation to a manual mode. Press this button again to turn off the recirculation feature.
RECIRCULATION may be selected with the fan knob in OFF to limit odors, outside air and dust from entering your vehicle.
Pressing the RECIRCULATION button will cancel the OUTSIDE AIR button.
A/C: Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off. The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle when the A/C light is on.
Air conditioning will be automatically disabled when the outside temperature drops below a level at which air conditioning is ineffective.
Remember that in order for the automatic system to perform well, it needs A/C to provide cooling performance.
Air Conditioning
On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best.
For quick
On vehicles equipped with the Electronic Climate Control system, this same performance can be achieved as long as the A/C is on and the outside air button is not active.
On cool but sunny days, use
When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine speed and power. This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature.
Heating
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. On cold days, use HEATER with the temperature knob turned clockwise. BLEND is useful in cool weather when you have fog or ice on the windshield or side windows.
If you use the optional engine coolant heater before starting your engine, your heating system will produce warmer air faster to heat the passenger compartment in cold weather. See ªEngine Coolant Heaterº in the Index.
Defogging and Defrosting
On cool, humid days, use BLEND to keep the windshield and side windows clear.
Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extreme humid or cold conditions. Turn the temperature knob to the right and move the
fan knob toward high.
Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this option, the rear window will have lines that warm the glass.
For best results, clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible before using the rear window defogger.
To turn on the rear window defogger, find the button marked REAR with the defog symbol on the lower right corner of your climate control system. Press the button until the light in the button comes on, then release it.
It will only work if the ignition switch is turned to RUN.
Pressing the REAR button on your climate control system will also activate your heated outside mirrors (if equipped). This will help to keep ice and snow from collecting on your mirror surfaces.
The rear window defogger will stay on for five to seven minutes, then turn off. If you need additional warming time, turn it on again. You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window.
NOTICE:
Don't use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty.
Ventilation System
For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use PANEL or VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle. Airflow is through the instrument panel outlets.
Your vehicle's ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any mode and any fan speed.
You will find air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel.
You can direct the airflow
Ventilation Tips
DKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
DWhen you enter a vehicle in cold weather, move the fan knob to high for a few moments before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
DKeep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.
Audio Systems
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you're getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your audio system even after the ignition is off. See ºRetained Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button
Press SET. Within five seconds, press and hold the SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears on the display. Press and hold the SEEK left arrow until the correct hour appears on the display.
Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons
Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display. To display the clock with the ignition off, press RECALL or HR/MN and the time will be displayed for a few seconds. There is an initial
AM-FM Stereo
Playing the Radio
VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. To increase volume and turn the radio on, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume and turn the radio off.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing the recall knob. When the radio is playing, press this knob to recall the station frequency.
Finding a Station
TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there.
SCAN: Select either AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and press both SEEK buttons to listen to a few seconds of each radio station. SCAN will light up on the display. The radio will automatically SCAN to the next higher station, play that station for a few seconds, then SCAN to the next higher station. Press VOLUME or both SEEK buttons to stop scanning.
PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). Just:
1.Turn the radio on.
2.Press
3.Tune in the desired station.
4.Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
5.Press one of the four pushbuttons within five seconds. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return.
6.Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just:
1.Tune in the desired station.
2.Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
3.Press two adjoining buttons at the same time, within five seconds. Whenever you press the same two buttons, the station you set will return.
4.Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass.
TREB: Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
Playing the Radio
VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. To increase volume and turn the radio on, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume and turn the radio off.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this knob. When the radio is playing, press this knob to recall the station frequency.
Finding a Station
AM FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2.
TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station.
PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to
21 stations (seven AM, seven FM1 and seven FM2). Just:
1.Turn the radio on.
2.Press AM FM to select the band.
3.Tune in the desired station.
4.Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
5.Press one of the four pushbuttons within five seconds. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return.
6.Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just:
1.Tune in the desired station.
2.Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
3.Press two adjoining buttons at the same time, within five seconds. Whenever you press the same two buttons, the station you set will return.
4.Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons.
P.SCAN: Select either AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and press both SEEK buttons to scan through each of your preset stations. The system will scan through and play each preset station stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. Press either SEEK button or RECALL to stop scanning through the preset stations.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass.
TREB: Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Playing a Cassette Tape
Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
Once the tape is playing, use the knobs for VOLUME, BAL, FADE, BASS and TREB just as you do for
the radio.
REV: Press the SEEK left arrow to reverse the cassette tape. Press the SEEK right arrow to stop reversing the tape.
FWD: Press the SEEK right arrow to advance the cassette tape. Press the SEEK left arrow to stop forwarding the tape.
RECALL: Press this knob to switch tape sides.
EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape or stop the tape and play the radio.
CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See ªCare of Your Cassette Tape Playerº in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display
CD Adapter Kits
It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player.
To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps:
1.Turn the radio on.
2.Insert the adapter into the cassette slot.
3.Within five seconds, press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash, showing that the cut tape detection feature is no longer active.
This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
Playing the Radio
Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of being turned continuously.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. When the radio is playing, press this button to recall the station frequency.
SCV: Your system has a feature called
for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. If you don't want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down. Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Finding a Station
AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display will show your selection.
TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you're not using it.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking.
SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the button again. The sound will mute while scanning.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just:
1.Turn the radio on.
2.Press AM FM to select the band.
3.Tune in the desired station.
4.Press AUTO TONE to select the setting you prefer.
5.Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons.
The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button.
6.Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P. SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons. Press P. SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific preset station. P. SCAN
will light up on the display while in this mode. If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too weak for the location you are in, the radio display will show the channel number (P1 through P6) for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release it from
its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass. When the BASS control is turned, the AUTO TONE display will go blank.
TREB: Press lightly on this knob to release it
from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble. When the TREB control is turned, the AUTO TONE display will go blank. If a station is weak or noisy,
you may want to decrease the treble.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
AUTO TONE: Press this button to select among the six preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard. Each time you press the button, the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC, NEWS, ROCK, POP, C/W (Country/Western) or JAZZ. To return to the manual mode, press and release this button until the AUTO TONE display goes blank. This will return the tone adjustment to the BASS and TREB controls. If a BASS or TREB control is turned, the AUTO TONE
display will go blank. Use PUSHBUTTONS to program AUTO TONE.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
Playing a Cassette Tape
Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
To load a cassette tape with the ignition off, press EJECT or RECALL. Then, insert the cassette tape. If the ignition is on but the radio is off, the tape will begin playing.
Once the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUTO TONE, BAL, FADE, BASS and TREB controls just as you
do for the radio. The tape symbol and a direction arrow will be on the display whenever a tape is being played. Anytime a tape is inserted, the top side is selected for play first.
The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound.
PREV (1): Press the PREV button or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection. A minimum
PROG (2): Press this button to switch from one side of the tape to the other.
NEXT (3): Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection. A minimum
REV (4): Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape to the beginning of the cassette or until you press REV again. The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape. The tape direction arrow will blink during the reverse operation.
D(5): Press this button to reduce cassette tape noise. The
Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the
FWD (6): Press this button to rapidly forward the tape to the end of the cassette or until you press FWD again. The radio will play the last selected station while forwarding the tape. The tape direction arrow will blink during the forward operation.
AM FM: Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio.
TAPE AUX: Press this button to return to the tape player when playing the radio. The lighted arrow will appear and show the direction of play when a tape is in the active mode.
EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape.
The radio will now play. EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off. To load a cassette tape with the ignition or radio off, press EJECT before loading the cassette.
CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See ªCare of Your Cassette Tape Playerº in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display
CD Adapter Kits
It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player.
To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps:
1.Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY.
2.Turn the radio off.
3.Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds, indicating the feature is active.
4.Insert the adapter into the cassette slot. It will power up the radio and begin playing.
This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed.
Included with the
Playing the Radio
Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of being turned continuously.
MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again to turn on the sound.
REAR DSPL (Vehicles with Rear Seat Audio):
If your vehicle has rear seat audio, then it will have a button labeled REAR DSPL instead of the MUTE button. When the main radio is turned on, press this button to turn the rear seat audio display on the main radio. Press it again to turn the rear seat audio display off.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. When the radio is playing, press this button to recall the station frequency.
SCV: Your system has a feature called
for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. If you don't want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down. Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Finding a Station
AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display will show your selection.
TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you're not using it.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking.
SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the button again. The sound will mute while scanning.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just:
1.Turn the radio on.
2.Press
3.Tune in the desired station.
4.Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons.
The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return.
5.Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
P. SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P. SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons. Press P. SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific preset station. P. SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode. If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too weak for the location you are in, the radio display will show the channel number (P1 through P6) for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release it from
its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass.
TREB: Press lightly on this knob to release it from
its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease
the treble.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
Playing a Cassette Tape
Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
To load a cassette tape with the ignition off, press EJECT or RECALL. Then, insert the cassette tape. If the ignition is on but the radio is off, the tape will begin playing.
Once the tape is playing, use the VOL, BAL, FADE, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. The tape symbol and a direction arrow will be on the display whenever a tape is being played. Anytime a tape is inserted, the top side is selected for play first.
The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound.
PREV (1): Press the PREV button or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection. A minimum
PROG (2): Press this button to switch from one side of the tape to the other.
NEXT (3): Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection. A minimum
REV (4): Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape to the beginning of the cassette or until you press REV again. The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape. The tape direction arrow will blink during the reverse operation.
D(5): Press this button to reduce cassette tape noise. The
Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the
FWD (6): Press this button to rapidly forward the tape to the end of the cassette or until you press FWD
again. The radio will play the last selected station while forwarding the tape. The tape direction arrow will blink during the forward operation.
AM FM: Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio.
CD TAPE: Press this button if you have a tape loaded in the cassette tape player and the radio is turned on, to play a tape. Press
CD changer if all are loaded. When a tape is playing,
a lighted arrow will appear on the display and show the direction of play. (If the radio is turned off, the tape stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.)
EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape.
The radio will now play. EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off. To load a cassette tape with the ignition or radio off, press EJECT before loading the cassette.
CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See ªCare of Your Cassette Tape Playerº in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display
CD Adapter Kits
It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player.
To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps:
1.Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY.
2.Turn the radio off.
3.Press and hold the CD TAPE button for five seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds, indicating the feature is active.
4.Insert the adapter into the cassette slot. It will power up the radio and begin playing.
This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed.
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
Playing the Radio
Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of turning continuously.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. When the radio is playing, press this button to recall the station frequency.
SCV: Your system has a feature called
for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. If you don't want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down. Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Finding a Station
AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display will show your selection.
TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you're not using it.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking.
SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the button again. The sound will mute while scanning.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just:
1.Turn the radio on.
2.Press
3.Tune in the desired station.
4.Press AUTO TONE to select the setting you prefer.
5.Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons.
The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button.
6.Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P.SCAN.
It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons. Press P.SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific stored station. P.SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode. If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too weak for the location you are in, the radio display will show the channel number (P1 through P6) for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass. When the BASS control is turned, the AUTO TONE display will go blank.
TREB: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble. When the TREB control is turned, the AUTO TONE display will go blank. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
AUTO TONE: Press this button to select among the six preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard. Each time you press the button, the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC, NEWS, ROCK, POP, C/W (Country/Western) or JAZZ. To return to the manual mode, press and release this button until the AUTO TONE display goes blank. This will return the tone adjustment to the BASS and TREB controls. If a BASS or TREB control is turned, the AUTO TONE
display will go blank. Use PUSHBUTTONS to program AUTO TONE.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
Playing a Compact Disc
PWR: Press this knob to turn the system on.
(You can also turn the system on when you insert a compact disc into the player with the ignition on.)
Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. Wait a few seconds and the disc should play. CD and a CD symbol will also
appear on the display. Anytime you are playing a CD, the letters CD will be next to the CD symbol.
If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display, it could be that:
DYou are driving on a very rough road.
(The disc should play when the road gets smoother.)
DThe disc is upside down.
DIt is dirty, scratched or wet.
DIt is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.)
DThe disc player is very hot.
Press RECALL to make ERR go off the display.
PREV (1): Press PREV or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. Sound is muted in this mode.
RDM (2): Press this button to play the tracks on the disc in random order. While in the RDM mode, RANDOM appears on the display. Press RDM again to return to normal play.
NEXT (3): Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. The next track number will appear on the display. Sound is muted in this mode.
REV (4): Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a favorite passage. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the REV button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection. Release REV to resume playing.
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance rapidly within a track. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the FWD button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection. Release FWD to resume playing.
RECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track. Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and seconds. The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play.
Press RECALL again to return to the time display.
AM FM: While in the CD mode, press this button to stop playing the CD and play the radio. The CD symbol will still display but the word CD will be replaced with either AM, FM1 or FM2. (If the radio is turned off,
the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.)
CD AUX: To switch between the player and the radio when a disc is playing, press the
To return to the player, press CD AUX. When a disc is playing, the letters CD and the CD symbol will appear on the display. (If the radio is turned off, the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.)
EJECT: Press this button to eject the disc from the player and play the radio. When the same or a new disc is inserted, the disc will start playing on track one.
If a compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than a few seconds, the player will pull the CD back in. The radio will continue playing. When the ignition is off, press this button to load a CD.
Included with the
Playing the Radio
Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of turning continuously.
MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again to turn on the sound.
REAR DSPL (Vehicles with Rear Seat Audio):
If your vehicle has rear seat audio, then it will have a button labeled REAR DSPL instead of the MUTE button. When the main radio is turned on, press this button to turn the rear seat audio display on the main radio. Press it again to turn the rear seat audio display off.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. When the radio is playing, press this button to recall the station frequency.
SCV: Your system has a feature called
for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. If you don't want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down. Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Finding a Station
AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display will show your selection.
TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends.
Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you're not using it.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking.
SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the button again. The sound will mute while scanning.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just:
1.Turn the radio on.
2.Press AM FM to select the band.
3.Tune in the desired station.
4.Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons.
The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return.
5.Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P.SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons. Press P.SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific stored station. P.SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode. If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too weak for the location you are in, the radio display will show the channel number (P1 through P6) for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass.
TREB: Press lightly on this knob to release it
from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them.
Playing a Compact Disc
PWR: Press this knob to turn the system on.
(You can also turn the system on when you insert a compact disc into the player with the ignition on.)
Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up.
The player will pull it in. Wait a few seconds and the disc should play. The letters CD and a CD symbol will appear on the display. Anytime you are playing a CD, the letters CD will be next to the CD symbol.
If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display, it could be that:
DYou are driving on a very rough road.
(The disc should play when the road gets smoother.)
DThe disc is upside down.
DIt is dirty, scratched or wet.
DIt is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.)
DThe disc player is very hot.
Press RECALL to make ERR go off the display.
PREV (1): Press PREV or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. Sound is muted in this mode.
RDM (2): Press this button to play the tracks on the disc in random order. While in the RDM mode, RANDOM appears on the display. Press RDM again to return to normal play.
NEXT (3): Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. The next track number will appear on the display. Sound is muted in this mode.
REV (4): Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a favorite passage. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the REV button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection. Release REV to resume playing.
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance rapidly within a track. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the FWD button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection. Release FWD to resume playing.
RECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track. Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and seconds. The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play.
Press RECALL again to return to the time display.
the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.)
CD AUX: Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the CD player and the radio is turned on, to play a
compact disc. Press
the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.)
EJECT: Press this button to eject the disc from the player and play the radio. When the same or a new disc is inserted, the disc will start playing on track one. If a compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than a few seconds, the player will pull the CD back in. The radio will continue playing. When the ignition is off, press this button to load a CD.
Remote Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
If you have an
Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
To load a cassette tape with the ignition off, first press EJECT on the remote player. Then, insert the cassette tape. The tape will play if the ignition is on but the radio is off.
Once the tape is playing, use the control knobs for VOL, AUTO TONE, BAL, FADE, BASS and TREB just as you do for the radio.
A lighted tape symbol shows when a cassette tape is in the player. A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction of play when a tape is active.
The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound.
Anytime a cassette tape is inserted, the top side is selected for play first.
PREV (1): Press PREV or the SEEK left arrow (in the opposite direction that the lighted tape direction arrow points) to search for the previous selection. A minimum
stop at the beginning of the selection. The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation and the sound is muted in this mode.
NEXT (3): Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow (in the direction that the lighted tape direction arrow points) to search for the next selection. The tape
direction arrow will blink during SEEK operation and the sound is muted in this mode.
REV (4): Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape. The tape will rapidly reverse to the beginning of the cassette reel or until you press REV again. The radio plays the last selected station during REV.
(5): Press this pushbutton to turn Dolby NR on
and off. Dolby NR is active when a tape is inserted in the remote cassette. The
Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the
FWD (6): Press this button to rapidly advance the tape. The tape will rapidly advance to the end of the cassette reel or until you press FWD again. The radio plays the last selected station during FWD.
PROG: Press this button on the remote player to go from one side of the tape to the other.
TAPE: Press the
EJECT: Press this button on the remote player to remove the tape. EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off. Also, you must press EJECT before loading a cassette with the radio off to allow loading.
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (If Equipped)
This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources, including
For example, rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers. The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones. Be aware that the front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls. The front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to
a remote source, the RSA will play the same remote source. The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on. You may operate the RSA functions even when the main radio is off.
This feature is intended for rear seat passengers.
The following function is controlled by the knob on the main radio:
The following functions are controlled by the RSA system buttons:
PWR: Press this button to turn RSA on or off.
VOL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and
counterclockwise to decrease volume. Push the knob back into its stored position when you're not using it. The left VOL knob controls the left headphone and the right VOL knob controls the right headphone.
AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. If the front passengers are already listening to
SEEK: While listening to
While listening to a cassette tape, press the right arrow to hear the next selection on the tape. Press the left arrow to go back to the previous selection. The SEEK button is inactive if the tape mode on the front radio is in use.
While listening to a CD, press the right arrow to hear the next selection on the CD. Press the left arrow to go back to the start of the current selection (if more than eight seconds have played). The SEEK button is inactive if the CD mode on the front radio (if equipped) or the
CD changer is in use.
SCAN: Press and hold SEEK until the radio goes into SCAN mode. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press SEEK again. The SCAN function is inactive if the
P.SET PROG: The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work:
DPress this button to seek through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio.
DWhen a cassette tape is playing, press this button to go to the other side of the tape.
DWhen a CD is playing in the CD changer, press this button to select a disc.
TAPE CD: Press this button to switch between the tape or CD and
This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources, including
the front speakers. The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones. Be aware that the front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls. The front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source, the RSA will play the same remote source. The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on.
You may operate the RSA functions even when the main radio is off.
This feature is intended for rear seat passengers.
The following function is controlled by the knob on the main radio:
The following functions are controlled by the RSA system buttons:
PWR: Press this button to turn RSA on or off.
VOL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and
counterclockwise to decrease volume. Push the knob back into its stored position when you're not using it. The left VOL knob controls the left headphone and the right VOL knob controls the right headphone.
AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. If the front passengers are already listening to
SEEK: While listening to
While listening to a cassette tape, press the right arrow to hear the next selection on the tape. Press the left arrow to go back to the previous selection. The SEEK button is inactive if the tape mode on the front radio is in use.
While listening to a CD, press the right arrow to hear the next selection on the CD. Press the left arrow to go back to the start of the current selection (if more than eight seconds have played). The SEEK button is inactive if the CD mode on the front radio (if equipped) or the
CD changer is in use.
SCAN: Press and hold SEEK until the radio goes into SCAN mode. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press SEEK again. The SCAN function is inactive if the
P.SET PROG: The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work:
DPress this button to seek through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio.
DWhen a cassette tape is playing, press this button to go to the other side of the tape.
DWhen a CD is playing in the CD changer, press this button to select a disc.
TAPE CD: Press this button to switch between the tape or CD and
Console-Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped)
Your vehicle's compact disc changer is located in the center console. Some vehicles may have the compact disc changer mounted in the front console just below the climate control system and accessory power outlets. With the compact disc changer, you can play up to
six discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the slots supplied in the magazine.
You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Load the CDs from bottom to top, placing the discs in the magazine label side up.
If you load a disc label side down, the disc will not play and an error will occur. Repeat this procedure for loading up to six discs in the magazine.
Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer
(push the door and it will open on front
Close the door by sliding it all the way forward (push the door closed on front
changers). When the CD magazine is loaded, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes, depending on the number of discs loaded.
To eject the magazine from the player, slide the CD changer door all the way open, then press EJECT. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer.
Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the CD changer symbol will appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When a CD begins playing, a disc and track number will be displayed. The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine.
If your vehicle is equipped with the
PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK left arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection. If you hold or press this button more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.
PROG (2): Press this button to select a disc.
The disc number and track number will be displayed.
NEXT (3): Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to go to the next track. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.
REV (4): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance quickly through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection on the CD. Press the left arrow to search for the previous selection on the CD. The sound will mute while seeking.
P.SCAN: Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will appear on the display. Press P.SCAN again to turn off random play.
TAPE AUX: Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on, to play a compact disc. Press
if both are loaded.
If your vehicle is equipped with the
PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK left arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection. If you hold or press this button more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.
RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will appear on the display. Press RDM again to turn off random play.
NEXT (3): Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to go to the next track. If you hold the button or press it
more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.
REV (4): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
(5): Press this button to select a disc. The disc number and track number will be displayed.
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance quickly through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection on the CD. Press the left arrow to search for the previous selection on the CD. The sound will mute while seeking.
CD AUX: Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on, to play a compact disc. Press
Compact Disc Changer Errors
If ERR appears on the display, it could be that:
DYou are driving on a very rough road.
(The disc should play when the road gets smoother.)
DA disc is upside down.
DIt is dirty, scratched or wet.
DIt is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.)
DThe disc player is very hot.
DThe CD changer door is open. Completely close the changer door to restore normal operation.
DAn empty magazine is inserted in the CD changer. Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of the trays.
Press RECALL to make ERR go off the display.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, please contact your dealer.
Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)
THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed.
The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature. If THEFTLOCK is activated, your radio will not operate if stolen.
When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power has been interrupted. If your battery loses power for any reason, you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate.
Activating the
The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure.
If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4.
1.Write down any three or
2.Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN.
3.Turn the radio off.
4.Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until
5.Press MN and 000 will appear on the display.
6.Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
7.Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code.
8.Press
9.Press
The LED indicator by the volume control will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off.
Unlocking the
Power Loss
Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps:
1.Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display.
2.Press MN and 000 will appear on the display.
3.Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
4.Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code.
5.Press
If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again. When you try again, you will only have three chances to enter the correct code before INOP appears.
If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer.
Disabling the
Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps:
1.Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN.
2.Turn the radio off.
3.Press the ª1º and ª4º buttons together. Hold them down until SEC shows on the display.
4.Press MN and 000 will appear on the display.
5.Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
6.Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code.
7.Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show
is no longer secured.
If the code entered is incorrect, SEC will appear on the display. The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered.
When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio, the radio won't turn on and LOC will appear on the display.
To unlock a secured radio, see ªUnlocking the
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
PROG: Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the
radio preset buttons on the selected band.
If a cassette tape is playing, press this button to play the other side of the tape. If a compact disc is playing in the
SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station.
If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, the player will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the down arrow.
MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again to turn on the sound.
VOL: Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume.
Understanding Radio Reception
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you
ever get it.
FM Stereo
FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go.
Tips About Your Audio System
Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.
To help avoid hearing loss or damage:
DAdjust the volume control to the lowest setting.
DIncrease volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.
NOTICE:
Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle
your vehicle's engine, Delphi Delco Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly.
So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren't, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. If this message appears
on the display, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault. If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player.
The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action,
When using a scrubbing action,
If your vehicle is equipped with the
1.Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY.
2.Turn the radio on.
3.Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
4.Within five seconds, press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash, showing that the broken tape detection feature is no
longer active.
5.Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer's recommended cleaning time.
If your vehicle is equipped with the
1.Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY.
2.Turn the radio off.
3.Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds.
4.Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
5.Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer's recommended cleaning time.
When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the broken tape detection feature is active again.
You may also choose a
After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.
Care of Your Compact Discs
Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Care of Your Compact Disc Player
The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Fixed Mast Antenna
The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it.
Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender.
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
Here you'll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving.
Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle |
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Defensive Driving |
| Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads | ||
Drunken Driving |
| City Driving | ||
Control of a Vehicle |
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Braking |
| Before Leaving on a Long Trip | ||
Steering |
| Highway Hypnosis | ||
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Passing |
| Winter Driving | ||
Loss of Control |
| Recreational Vehicle Towing | ||
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Your Driving, the Road and
Your Vehicle
Whenever we drive, we're taking on an important responsibility. This is true for any motor
vehicle
Driver behavior, the driving environment, and the vehicle's design all affect how well a vehicle performs. But statistics show that the most important factor,
by far, is how we drive. Knowing how these three factors work together can help you understand how your vehicle handles and what you can do to avoid many types of crashes, including a rollover crash.
Driver Behavior
The single most important thing is this: everyone in the vehicle, including the driver, should buckle up. See ªSafety Beltsº in the Index. In fact, most serious injuries and fatalities to unbelted occupants
can be reduced or prevented by the use of safety belts. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
In addition, avoiding excessive speed, sudden or abrupt turns and drunken or aggressive driving can help make trips safer and avoid the possibility of a crash, especially a rollover crash. This section provides many useful tips to help you drive more safely.
Driving Environment
You can also help avoid a rollover or other type of crash by being prepared for driving in inclement weather, at night, or during other times where visibility or traction may be limited (such as on curves, slippery roads or hilly terrain). Unfamiliar surroundings can also have hidden hazards. To help you learn more about driving in different conditions, this section contains information about city, freeway, and
Vehicle Design
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Utility vehicles do have
a higher ground clearance and a narrower track or shorter wheelbase than passenger cars to make them more capable for
But driver behavior factors are far more often the cause of a utility vehicle rollover than are environmental or vehicle factors. Safe driver behavior and understanding the environment in which you'll be driving can help avoid a rollover crash in any type of vehicle, including utility vehicles.
Defensive Driving
The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.
Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See ªSafety Beltsº in the Index.
Defensive driving really means ªbe ready for anything.º On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means ªalways expect the unexpected.º
Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes.
know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly.
Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task
Drunken Driving
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It's the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year.
Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle:
DJudgment
DMuscular Coordination
DVision
DAttentiveness.
Police records show that almost half of all motor
In recent years, about 16,000 annual motor
Many adults
so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it's against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is ªtoo muchº if the driver plans to drive? It's a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem.
The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things:
DThe amount of alcohol consumed
DThe drinker's body weight
DThe amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking
DThe length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol.
According to the American Medical Association, a
BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three
It's the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis
(3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person's BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks.
The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries, it's even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent.
The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we've seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the person drinks them.
But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at
night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is
25 times greater!
The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. ªI'll be carefulº isn't the right answer. What if there's an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
There's something else about drinking and driving that many people don't know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking
CAUTION:
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious
Control of a Vehicle
You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road.
Sometimes, as when you're driving on snow or ice, it's easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle.
Braking
Braking action involves perception time andreaction time.
First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That's perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That'sreaction time.
Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second.
But that's only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lot of distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important.
And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road (whether it's pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; the condition of your brakes; the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts
This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
If your engine ever stops while you're driving, brake normally but don't pump your brakes. If you do,
the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Your vehicle has
an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid.
When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your
If there's a problem with the
A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
The
Here's how
You slam on the brakes and continue braking.
Here's what happens with ABS.
As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Remember:
Using
Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let
but this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
With
Steering
Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Steering Tips
Driving on Curves
It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
A lot of the ªdriver lost controlº accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here's why:
Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there's no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you've ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this.
The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you're in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control.
Suppose you're steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems
What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down.
Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you'll want to go slower.
If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead.
Try to adjust your speed so you can ªdriveº through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.
Steering in Emergencies
There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking
in time. But sometimes you can't; there isn't room. That's the time for evasive action
Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. See ªBraking in Emergenciesº earlier in this section. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available.
An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly,
and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly.
Off-Road Recovery
You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're driving.
If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to
the roadway.
Passing
The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a
Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a
So here are some tips for passing:
DªDrive ahead.º Look down the road, to the sides
and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time.
DWatch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it's all right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line, even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic.
DDo not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you're awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you're following a larger vehicle. Also, you won't have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance.
DWhen it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don't get too close. Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a ªrunning startº that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back. And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass, you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity.
DIf other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someone isn't trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle.
Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot.
DCheck your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.)
DTry not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on
DDon't overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lamps are not flashing,
it may be slowing down or starting to turn.
DIf you're being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right.
Loss of Control
Let's review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don't have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked.
In any emergency, don't give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Skidding
In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not ªoverdrivingº those conditions. But skids are always possible.
The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels aren't rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal.
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you'll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a
lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues
Remember: Any
This
Also, see
If your vehicle doesn't have
In short, you've gone right back to nature.
Before You Go Off-Roading
There are some things to do before you go out.
For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read all the information about your
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle.
DThe heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can.
DBe sure the load is secured properly, so driving on the
CAUTION:
DCargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of
the seatbacks.
DUnsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly.
DHeavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's center of gravity, making it more likely to roll over. You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads inside the cargo area, not on the roof. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low
as possible.
You'll find other important information in this manual. See ªVehicle Loading,º ªLuggage Carrierº and ªTiresº in the Index.
Environmental Concerns
DAlways use established trails, roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public
DAvoid any driving practice that could damage the environment
DAlways carry a litter bag . . . make sure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving.
DTake extreme care with open fires (where permitted), camp stoves and lanterns.
DNever park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle's exhaust system.
Traveling to Remote Areas
It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain. Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads.
It's also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle. If something happens to one of them,
the other can help quickly.
Does your vehicle have a winch? If so, be sure to read the winch instructions. In a remote area, a winch can be handy if you get stuck. But you'll want to know how to use it properly.
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
It's a good idea to practice in an area that's safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness.
Tune your senses to different kinds of signals. Your eyes, for example, need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles. Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds. With your arms, hands, feet and body, you'll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce.
Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful
Dyou approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles.
Dyou have less time to react.
Dyou have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles.
Dyou'll need more distance for braking, especially since you're on an unpaved surface.
CAUTION:
When you're driving
Scanning the Terrain
Surface Conditions.
braking distances.
Surface Obstacles. Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut or bump can startle you if you're not prepared for them. Often these obstacles are hidden by grass, bushes, snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself. Here are some things to consider:
DIs the path ahead clear?
DWill the surface texture change abruptly up ahead?
DDoes the travel take you uphill or downhill? (There's more discussion of these subjects later.)
DWill you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly?
When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you're not prepared.
When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, your wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, even with one or two wheels, you can't control the vehicle as well or at all.
Because you will be on an unpaved surface, it's especially important to avoid sudden acceleration, sudden turns or sudden braking.
In a way,
Drinking and driving can be very dangerous on any road. And this is certainly true for
At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills, your reflexes, perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You could have a serious
Driving on Off-Road Hills
and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can't do. There are some hills that simply can't be driven,
no matter how well built the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. If you drive up them, you will stall. If you drive down them, you can't control your speed. If you
drive across them, you will roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. If you have any doubt about the steepness, don't drive the hill.
Approaching a Hill
When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it's one of those hills that's just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge.
On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a large hill, the incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes, grass or shrubs.
Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill.
DIs there a constant incline, or does the hill get sharply steeper in places?
DIs there good traction on the hillside, or will the surface cause tire slipping?
DIs there a straight path up or down the hill so you won't have to make turning maneuvers?
DAre there obstructions on the hill that can block your path (boulders, trees, logs or ruts)?
DWhat's beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a
DIs the hill simply too rough? Steep hills often have ruts, gullies, troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion.
Driving Uphill
Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps.
DUse a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel.
DGet a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Don't use more power than you need, because you don't want your wheels to start spinning or sliding.
DTry to drive straight up the hill if at all possible.
If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route.
CAUTION:
Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. You could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. When driving up hills, always try to go straight up.
DEase up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill.
DAttach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
DSound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you're there.
DUse your headlamps even during the day. They make you more visible to oncoming traffic.
CAUTION:
Driving to the top (crest) of a hill at full speed can cause an accident. There could be a
You could be seriously injured or killed. As you near the top of a hill, slow down and stay alert.
Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can't make it up the hill?
A: If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First, here's what youshould do:
DPush the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake.
DIf your engine is still running, shift the transmission to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE (R).
DIf your engine has stopped running, you'll need to restart it. With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to PARK (P) (or, shift to NEUTRAL (N) if your vehicle has a manual transmission) and restart the engine. Then, shift to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill as straight as possible in REVERSE (R).
DAs you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position. This way, you'll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down. It's best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction. Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover.
Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or are about to stall, when going up a hill.
DNever attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL (N) (or depressing the clutch, if you have a manual transmission) to
work. Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go out of control.
Instead, apply the regular brake to stop the vehicle. Then apply the parking brake. Shift to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back straight down.
DNever attempt to turn around if you are about to stall when going up a hill. If the hill is steep enough to stall your vehicle, it's steep enough to cause you to roll over if you turn around. If you can't make it up the hill, you must back straight down the hill.
Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can't do it. What should I do?
A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P) (or the manual transmission in FIRST (1)) and turn off the engine. Leave the
vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle. Leave it in some gear.
CAUTION:
Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual transmission, even if you're in gear). This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission. You or someone else could be injured. If you are going to leave your vehicle, set the parking brake and shift the transmission to PARK (P) (or, put your manual transmission in FIRST (1)). But do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. Leave the transfer case in a drive gear.
Driving Downhill
When
DHow steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control?
DWhat's the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery?
DAre there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders?
DWhat's at the bottom of the hill? Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks?
If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and they won't have to do all the work. Descend slowly, keeping your vehicle under control at all times.
CAUTION:
Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause loss of control and a serious accident. Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control.
Q: Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill?
A: Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident.
DWhen driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. A hill that's not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across. You could roll over if you don't drive straight down.
DNever go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N), or with the clutch pedal
pressed down in a manual shift. This is called
Q: Am I likely to stall when going downhill?
A: It's much more likely to happen going uphill.
But if it happens going downhill, here's what to do.
DStop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake.
DShift to PARK (P) (or to NEUTRAL (N) with the manual transmission) and, while still braking, restart the engine.
DShift back to a low gear, release the parking brake, and drive straight down.
DIf the engine won't start, get out and get help.
Driving Across an Incline
Sooner or later, an
DA hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across. When you go straight up or down a hill, the length of the wheel base (the distance from the front wheels to the
rear wheels) reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end. But when you drive across an incline, the much more narrow track width
(the distance between the left and right wheels) may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over. Also, driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels. This could cause
a downhill slide or a rollover.
DSurface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways, downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it can hit something that will trip it (a rock, a rut, etc.) and roll over.
DHidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression, your vehicle can tilt even more.
For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because the trail goes across the incline doesn't mean you have to drive it. The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over.
CAUTION:
Driving across an incline that's too steep will make your vehicle roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. If you have any doubt about
the steepness of the incline, don't drive across it. Find another route instead.
Q: What if I'm driving across an incline that's not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do?
A: If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. However, a much better way to prevent this is to get out and ªwalk the courseº so you know what the surface is like before you drive it.
Stalling on an Incline
If your vehicle stalls when you're crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you'll be right in its path.
If you have to walk down the slope, stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over.
CAUTION:
Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls over, you could be crushed or killed. Always get out on the uphill (high) side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path.
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won't get good traction. You can't accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you'll need longer braking distances.
It's best to use a low gear when you're in mud
When you drive on sand, you'll sense a change in wheel traction. But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is. On loosely packed sand (as on beaches or sand dunes) your tires will tend to sink into the sand. This has an effect on steering, accelerating and braking. You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand. This will improve traction.
Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it's very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating. And if you do get moving, poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control.
CAUTION:
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can be dangerous. Underwater springs, currents under the ice, or sudden thaws can weaken the ice.
Your vehicle could fall through the ice and you and your passengers could drown. Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only.
Driving in Water
Light rain causes no special
Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it's deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don't try it
If the water isn't too deep, then drive through it slowly. At fast speeds, water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water. And, as long as your tailpipe is under water, you'll never be able to start your engine. When you go through water, remember that when your brakes get wet, it may take you longer to stop.
CAUTION:
Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown.
If it's only shallow water, it can still wash away the ground from under your tires, and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over. Don't drive through rushing water.
See ªDriving Through Waterº in the Index for more information on driving through water.
After Off-Road Driving
Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood.
These accumulations can be a fire hazard.
After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage.
Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to
Driving at Night
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired
Here are some tips on night driving.
DDrive defensively.
DDon't drink and drive.
DExcept Vehicles with Electrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror: Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you.
DSince you can't see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
DSlow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.
DIn remote areas, watch for animals.
DIf you're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A
What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you're driving, don't wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot of things invisible.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn't lower the high beams, or a vehicle with
misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps.
Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean
Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it's easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your
be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking.
It's wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts.
Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them.
CAUTION:
Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won't work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle.
After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you're going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Hydroplaning doesn't happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops ªdimpleº the water's surface, there could be hydroplaning.
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds.
There just isn't a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
NOTICE:
If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your
engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can't avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.
Driving Through Flowing Water
CAUTION:
Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this happens, you and the other vehicle occupants could drown. Don't ignore police warning signs, and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water.
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
DBesides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray.
DHave good tires with proper tread depth. See ªTiresº in the Index.
City Driving
One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals.
Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving:
DKnow the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a
DTry to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You'll save time and energy. See the next part, ªFreeway Driving.º
DTreat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start
to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light.
Freeway Driving
Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules.
The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it's slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn't another vehicle in your ªblindº spot.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit.